Study explores effects of racial discrimination on Black parents and children
Black Americans experience racial discrimination on a regular basis, and it is a cause of chronic and pervasive stress. It is known to contribute to elevated risk for poor mental health outcomes, but most research has focused on individuals.
Renowned plant geneticist Dr. Lila Vodkin has died
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Professor Emerita Lila Ann Vodkin, a pioneering figure in plant genetics and the former Charles Adlai Ewing Chair of Soybean Molecular Biology in the College of Agricultural, Co
When mothers and children talk about problems, environment matters
Talking to their parents about daily stressors can help adolescents deal with their problems. This is particularly important during the transition to middle school, when youth often are faced with new peer and academic challenges. But does it matter where these conversations take place?
Dan Shike named interim head for Department of Animal Sciences at Illinois
Professor Dan Shike has been appointed interim head for the Department of Animal Sciences (ANSC), p
Does it matter if your kids listen to you? When adolescents reject mom’s advice, it still helps them cope
Parents are often eager to give their adolescent children advice about school problems, but they may find that youth are less than receptive to their words of wisdom.
ACES bird migration expert recognized with Biota Award
Today, the Walder Foundation of Chicago announced the recipients of its 2024 Biota Awards, recognizing early-career researchers working to understand, protect, and restore the unique and diverse ecosystems in Chicago and around the world.
Rodney Johnson named ACES associate dean for research
Rodney Johnson has been named associate dean for research and director of the Illinois Agricultural Experiment Station in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) at the University of Il
Fostering a community of safety for the College of ACES
At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, safe workplaces have always been a priority.
ACES alumni continue family business in honor of Joyce Riskedal
In 1999, Brad and Joyce Riskedal, both University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign alums, were busy raising a family and working the family farm in north central Illinois.