It’s been almost two years since Baylor reached elite R1 recognition. But that milestone wasn’t a finish line; instead, it’s been a springboard toward accomplishing even more. Here’s just a sampling of the major research projects and honors at Baylor from recent months, showing the wide array of disciplines and approaches found across the university: — […]
We all get the need for good medical health care. More and more people are becoming aware of the need for good behavioral health care, as well — treating mental health, substance abuse, and other stressors that often affect physical health. Behavioral health care, however, can be hard to find — especially here in Texas, […]
Whether or not you’re a space buff, you’ve probably seen some of the stunning images collected by NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope. The Hubble has unlocked hidden corners of the universe — which makes the possibilities of NASA’s next flagship mission, the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, all the more exciting. Among the people helping to […]
There’s no shortage of challenges that can impact a child’s mental health — but unfortunately, school districts often face a shortage of qualified mental health professionals to help meet those needs. Baylor researchers in the Diana R. Garland School of Social Work are working to bridge this gap in Central Texas. Carrie Arroyo, Mary Zane […]
The conversation around autism has become more positive in recent years, thanks in part to efforts like Autism Acceptance Month. Sadly, churches have often struggled with how to welcome autistic individuals (and their families). A new Baylor effort aims to help change that. Baylor’s School of Education launched its Disability, Faith, & Flourishing Initiative to […]
With the COVID-19 pandemic reshaping the workplace landscape, striking the right balance between work and home has become harder than ever. Working parents, in particular, often find their employers failing to provide the support and resources that they need. Even before the pandemic, Dr. Dawn Carlson (BBA ’89, MBA ’91) saw many young people starting families and […]
There are many approaches to fighting food insecurity. Dr. Craig Gundersen brings an economist’s eye to the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty (BCHP), supporting the organization’s efforts to end hunger through his expertise on publicly funded nutrition programs. His highly impactful work made him a nationally recognized researcher; his faith made him a perfect […]
Stanford University recently compiled a database of the most cited researchers in higher ed history — specifically, those who ranked among the top 2% all-time. It’s an incredible undertaking — and one that found 36 Baylor professors among the honorees. If you ever studied under or worked with a Baylor research professor, you likely know […]
How did a Baylor professor play a role in adjusting what scientists thought they knew about Africa’s historic timeline — by 10 million years?!? It all comes down to a lot of digging, a decade’s worth of research, and the definitive presence of warm-weather grasses. Here’s the background: Understandably, our understanding of what a particular […]
When it comes to more fully understanding religion and faith in Latin America, Dr. Juan Carlos Esparza Ochoa bridges data, social work and theology — and at Baylor, he’s found a collaborative spot to continue decades of research in this area. Esparza Ochoa came to Baylor in 2019 in a multi-faceted role. He serves as […]
