UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS’ RESEARCH MAGAZINE NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. - University of Arkansas Research Frontiers, the twice-yearly journal that showcases faculty research, can now be viewed online.

The web site, which can be seen at http://Pigtrail.uark.edu/pubs/Research_Frontiers/, features the inaugural spring 2000 issue as well as the most recent fall 2000 issue. It includes the entire contents of the 36-page magazines as well as links to current stories about faculty research and to the web pages of the campus colleges.

The 36-page fall 2000 issue recently arrived in mailboxes. The magazine’s circulation will approach 20,000 across the state, nation and world.

The fall 2000 issue features the research of associate professors of anthropology Ken Kvamme and Peter Ungar, who both use cutting edge technology to enhance research in their fields. It also featured the research of civil engineering professors Bob Elliott, Norman Dennis, Kevin Hall, John Schemmel, Kelvin Wang and Jim Gattis, whose work has contributed to building and maintaining safe roads in Arkansas and the nation.

A third story highlighted the work of professors in the Dale Bumpers College of Agriculture, Food and Life Sciences, Luke Howard, Julie Carrier, Teddy Morelock, John Clark, Terry Siebenmorgen, Brad Murphy, Terry Howell, Cooperative Extension Service specialist Rosemary Rodibaugh and engineering professors Bob Beitle and Bob Cross. They study the antioxidant content of certain fruits and vegetables bred at the University in hopes of maximizing the health benefits of certain foods. A related article features the research of College of Agriculture researchers Yinong Yang, David Te Beest, Ken Korth, Mark Parcells and Ron Okimoto and biological sciences professors Ralph Henry, Christine Beaupre and Cindy Sagers. They all study the genetics of plants and animals that are important in the food supply or in medicine.

The fourth feature showcases the work of professors Sean Mulvenon and Ronna Turner of the Office of Research Measurement and Evaluation in the College of Education and Health Professions. They have created a database that helps education professionals evaluate the performance of their students in the classroom.

The spring 2000 issue highlighted the work of assistant professor of health science, kinesiology, recreation and dance Lori Turner, who studies the onset of osteoporosis in young women. It also featured the research of distinguished professor of chemical engineering Jerry Havens, whose work with gas dispersion at low-wind speeds has earned him an international reputation in his field. And it showcased the work of professor of chemistry and biochemistry Derek Sears and associate professor of biology Tim Kral, whose high-profile research focuses on the question of life on Mars. The final story featured the research of Lisa Williams, Oren Harris Chair of Logistics and professor of transportation logistics and marketing, whose research into e-commerce has influenced businesses worldwide.

With an introductory message from Chancellor John A. White, the magazine also includes news from all the University’s schools and colleges, the library and continuing education division in the form of research briefs, book and CD reviews. In addition, the Field Notes stories will showcase the impact of work done by U of A researchers off campus, both in the United States and abroad.

The UA Q &A features questions answered by University of Arkansas professors. Secondary school students and their teachers, in particular, are encouraged to submit questions. This feature will be updated regularly on the web version of the magazine.

Research Frontiers will be produced twice a year in the Office of University Relations, said Roger Williams, associate vice chancellor for university relations.

The magazine receives funding from all of the schools and colleges, the library and continuing education, plus the Division of University Advancement. In addition, it has an exclusive sponsor, TIAA-CREF, a retirement fund for educators. As a result of this sponsorship, TIAA-CREF has been given a back cover full-page advertisement.

"We could think of no better sponsor for such an endeavor than an organization like TIAA-CREF that has dedicated itself to the support of the higher education professionals," Williams said. "We are especially grateful to Mario Ramirez, a University of Arkansas alumnus who is a senior trust consultant for TIAA-CREF. His enthusiasm for a partnership between TIAA-CREF and the research magazine made this project possible."

To request free copies of the magazine, please call (479) 575-5555 or send e-mail to blouin@uark.edu

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