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		Episode 101           3:26 min. Trevor Bond Interim Head, Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections, WSU In 2006, Trevor Bond visited Oxford University's Bodleian Library to conduct research on a form of printed material referred to as ephemera. Never meant to be preserved, ephemeral material is nevertheless now collected and organized by librarians and archivists. John Johnson (1882 - 1956), printer for the Oxford University Press, created one of the largest and most significant collections of ephemera. It is his collection that Bond discusses and shares photos from his work with in this episode of Experience WSU.
		Episode 102           2:14 min. Mark Kuzyk Professor, Physics, WSU Mark Kuzyk specializes in organic nonlinear optics, where he studies the interaction of light and matter. Kuzyk designs and tests molecules to see how they may interacting with high-intensity light. Here, he shares his enthusiasms for his field and discusses the exciting possible applications for highly nonlinear materials.
		Episode 103           3:10 min. Michael Skinner Director, Center for Reproductive Biology, WSU Recently, Michael Skinner's laboratory presented a revolutionary observation about the nature of the development of disease. In this episode of Experience WSU, Skinner talks about the discovery and explains the way heritable changes in gene expression can occur without a change in the actual DNA.
		Episode 104           2:37 min. Tom Johnson Science Instruction Technical Supervisor, Physics and Astronomy, WSU Tom Johnson's strong background in physics, math and education prepared him well for the job he holds today as technical supervisor and demonstrations specialist in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, a position he has held for over 10 years.
		Episode 105           2:28 min. Tom Johnson Science Instruction Technical Supervisor, Physics and Astronomy, WSU As technical supervisor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, Tom Johnson assists professors in the classroom with visual experiments and demonstrations. In this episode of Experience WSU, Johnson shares some of his favorite demonstrations and discusses the rewards of his work.
		Episode 106           3:39 min. Lai-Sheng Wang Professor, Physics, WSU Tri-Cities Most people are attracted to gold in large quantities, but Dr. Wang’s study of it on a microscopic scale has led to coverage in the New York Times. His research into the molecular structure of gold has led to a new understanding of the precious metal. Previous experiments include putting atoms inside of gold-atom clusters and analyzing its different structures when broken apart. Take a closer look at the metal with a trip into Dr. Wang’s office and laboratory.
		Episode 107           2:43 min. Lai-Sheng Wang Professor, Physics, WSU Tri-Cities Dr. Wang takes a bottom-up view of nanoscience, creating new materials one atom at a time. Here, he takes you through the same process his students work on in his laboratory. Dr. Wang uses lasers, gasses, and other devices as he attempts to create molecular clusters more stable than those that currently exist. Though the research process can be frustrating, Dr. Wang says he is driven by the quest to discover something new.
		Episode 108           2:29 min. Duane DeTemple Professor, Mathematics, WSU Most people think of mathematics as only cold, hard numbers. Students in Dr. DeTemple’s classroom learn to see the aesthetic qualities of solving equations. In this episode of Experience WSU, he reflects on the commonalities between mathematics and the arts and how to appreciate the beauty in difficult problems. Dr. DeTemple talks about how he encourages students to think in a different way and how he is inspired by their own fresh take on math.
		Episode 109           2:03 min. Eugene Rosa Professor, Sociology, WSU Dr. Rosa finds inspiration in an unlikely place as he looks at how humans effect the environment both individually and collectively. His unique position within the field of science allows him to study human activities. The scientific community agrees that current environmental changes are due to more than natural cycles, says Dr. Rosa. He suggests that it is up to him and other social scientists to contribute to the solution by studying humanity’s impact on natural systems.
		Episode 110           2:50 min. Keith Bloom Director, Construction and Quality Services Capital Planning and Development, WSU Keith Bloom will be sure to leave his mark on WSU during the course of his career. As director of construction, he oversees projects ranging from sewers to stadiums. Originally hired to work as a consultant for the construction of Holland Library, he has since been in charge of more than one billion dollars worth of work in Pullman and the urban campuses. He feels that some of the greatest architecture in the world resides at universities and wants to make sure WSU contributes to that legacy.
		Episode 111           2:13 min. John Reganold Professor, Crop & Soil Sciences, WSU Dr. Reganold studies the sustainability of farms and, like the best of farmers, he is outstanding in his field. After working with over 100 farms, he has found multiple indicators of sustainability. Sustainability starts with protecting the soil, he says, so that it can continue to be used by future generations. Come visit an organic farm and find out whether the higher price of its produce is warranted.
		Episode 112           3:45 min. J. Daniel Dolan Professor, Structural Engineering, WSU The work Dr. Dolan does in his WSU laboratory has ramifications for houses across the world. As a structural engineer, he performs tests to build homes that can withstand the force of earthquakes and hurricanes. Much of his research has been applied to the US Residential Building Code, assuring homeowners that their possessions will be safe in the event of a natural disaster. By doing this, Prof. Dolan feels his work will strengthen not only buildings but society as well.
		Episode 113           2:52 min. J. Daniel Dolan Professor, Structural Engineering, WSU Professor Dolan builds strong foundations for future generations through his teaching. He requires his students to put their skills to the test in real-world settings before graduating. In their field work with Dr. Dolan, students learn that calculations are only a minor part of managing a successful project; people, permits, politics and social circumstances all play a role in complicating the task of a civil engineer. It’s this experience that opens students’ eyes to the lasting impact they can have on the lives of others.
		Episode 114           3:11 min. Kim Kidwell Professor, Crop & Soil Sciences, WSU Most people don’t understand Dr. Kidwell’s profession even though they are familiar with the results. As a plant breeder, she is responsible for improving the quality of crops that people eat every day. By looking at the genes inside of wheat, she uses modern technology to help support the oldest industry in the country. The next time you notice a wheat field while driving in Washington, odds are that Dr. Kidwell has had a hand in making it grow.
		Episode 115           3:30 min. Kim Kidwell Professor, Crop & Soil Sciences, WSU For Dr. Kidwell, teaching and research go hand in hand. Her work in wheat breeding effects millions of consumers and she feels her research has been impacted by her ability to effectively communicate with her peers. This is what led her to create a course at WSU that allows students to understand who they are and how they communicate. She hopes this will lead to brilliant people who know how to get their ideas across to others.
		Episode 116           2:56 min. Tom Dickinson Professor, Physics, WSU Led by his natural curiosity, Dr. Dickinson has an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. Not content to only understand the applications, he looks into the underlying mechanisms of scientific phenomenon. Here we follow him into two of his laboratories. First, he breaks apart materials with ultraviolet lasers, exploring what changing the variables will effect. Later, he dives into separation science. The application of different liquids to water produce surprising results!
		Episode 117           3:30 min. Eugene Rosa Professor, Sociology , WSU Dr. Rosa’s concern for the environment is manifested in greatly varied ways. His role as a sociologist allows him to study how human activities impact our ecological system. He also shares his passion about nature with a series of art pieces he creates out of trash and junk. He simultaneously inspires and informs in his pursuit to leave his surroundings better than he found them.
		Episode 118           2:53 min. Duane DeTemple Professor, Mathematics, WSU Dr. DeTemple finds inventive ways to get his students interested in math. Sometimes, using real-world situations is the best way to capture their attention; other times, it requires slicing up a cake. Whatever his methods, Dr. DeTemple’s love of math is apparent. He discusses his techniques and the ways in which he discovers his impact on students across the country.
		Episode 119           2:28 min. Duane DeTemple Professor, Mathematics, WSU For Dr. DeTemple, mathematics continues outside of the classroom and into real-world applications. Many areas of science are able to use mathematics to advance theory when limited by available technology. Even non-traditional areas like history can benefit from quantitative analysis. Here, Dr. DeTemple talks about some of the ways mathematics is applied outside the field as well as the beauty he sees within numbers.
		Episode 120           3:16 min. Tom Dickinson Professor, Physics, WSU During his 40 year tenure at WSU, Dr. Tom Dickinson has explored a multitude of scientific phenomenons. He often lets his natural curiosity guide his research endeavors. Here he discusses work he has performed with undergraduates exploring liquid surfaces. What most people would consider an everyday coffee lid or soapy water is the beginning of in depth research for Dr. Dickinson and his students. Now you can join them in taking a microscopic look at everyday objects.
		Episode 121           3:18 min. Joseph Campbell Professor, Philosophy, WSU Dr. Campbell’s areas of specialization are metaphysics and epistemology, and he primarily does work in free will. Metaphysics is the study of the ultimate nature of reality and epistemology is the theory of knowledge. Here he touches upon debates pertaining to these subjects and presents their opposite sides. Is there such a thing as free will or are our lives determined from the day we are born?
		Episode 122           3:35 min. Greg Yasinitsky Professor, Music, WSU Dr. Yasinitsky has always had a passion for musical composition. From an early age Yasinitsky learned the essential compositional tools for success. Since then he has continued to awarded and recognized as a top professor in music, here at WSU. In this episode he shares with his audience the keys to constructing an original piece. His humor and wit show through as he cleverly plots out his musical melodies.
		Episode 123           2:46 min. Tom Dickinson Professor, Physics, WSU For Professor Tom Dickinson, life is an unbounded quest to study our world’s minutia for hidden details. His realm is one of atoms and droplets. Dickinson explores the underlying chemistry of these scientific building blocks to better understand how it affects us on a larger scale. His work in the evolution of condensation clusters, for instance, could one day lead to a more effective way of keeping windshields clear in the rain. For Dr. Dickinson, science and excitement go hand-in-hand: excsciencement!
		Episode 124           2:20 min. Donald Wall Director, Nuclear Radiation Center, WSU NRC Director, Donald Wall is passionate about his job at WSU’s nuclear radiation center. In the modern world, there are mixed views about nuclear energy use. Donald Wall tells us about his views on the facts and myths of nuclear technology as well as providing the viewers with some down to earth examples about the technology. The NRC focuses on research as well as developing skills in order to develop operating skills.