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WATCH: Mullin says he wasn’t expecting call from Trump on DHS, but is ‘excited to get started’
Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma is President Donald Trump’s nominee for the next Homeland Security Secretary, following the firing of Kristi Noem on Thursday. Mullin told reporters at the Capitol that he would get DHS “focused on protecting the homeland.”
California’s Governor’s Race is Breaking an 80-Year Political Mold
Since World War II, the surest path to California governor ran through statewide office. But Rep. Eric Swalwell and former Rep. Katie Porter are leveraging national airtime and viral moments to outpace the traditional field.
Republican Rep Burgess Owens to retire from Congress when term ends
Rep. Burgess Owens, R-Utah, announces he won't seek reelection in 2026. The former NFL player and President Donald Trump supporter will complete his current term.
Study Links Rising Cannabis Use to Poor Mental Health
By Deanna Neff HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, March 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — For many, cannabis is a go-to for stress relief, but a large Canadian study suggests that for many, that fix may be closely tied to a worsening mental health crisis. Researchers have found that as cannabis use becomes more ...
NBCUni Exec Ben Crompton Named Fremantle’s New Global Head of Entertainment
Crompton, formerly vp of international unscripted programming at NBCUni, previously ran U.S. operations of 'Dance Monsters' outfit Lime Pictures.
Ben Crompton is Fremantle’s New Global Head of Entertainment
Crompton, formerly vp of international unscripted programming at NBCUni, previously ran U.S. operations of 'Dance Monsters' outfit Lime Pictures.
Trump's war in Iran polls badly, but will it hurt Republicans in 2026?
Trump's war is polling badly and has increased gas prices, but supporters say public opinion will shift.
James Talarico Says ‘New Politics’ Is Being Born After Texas Primary Win
After clinching the Democratic Senate primary, he told supporters in Austin that the country’s real divide is between “top versus bottom,” not the left versus right.
Beyoncé's dad walks out of interview after reporter credits Tina Knowles for shaping Destiny's Child
Beyoncé's father, Mathew Knowles, abruptly stood up and exited an interview after the reporter suggested that his ex-wife, Tina Knowles, deserves some credit for shaping Destiny's Child.
Mike Richardson Out as CEO of Dark Horse Entertainment After 40 Years
Embracer, the video game holding company that bought Dark Horse in 2022, is installing a gaming exec as interim CEO.
Mirro, Dollar General, big blue crane among top February business news
In the month of February, reporter Patti Zarling wrote about the former Mirro site and mall site development, business growth in Two Rivers and more.
Trump Tries to Quiet Claims Among Supporters That Israel Dragged Him Into War
Many of President Trump’s allies have urged him and his Make America Great Again movement to shift away from their close ties to Israel and military entanglements in the Middle East.
Windows 12 release date in 2026 possible, with AI features that may force CPU upgrades
Windows 12 could be another costly upgrade for supporters of Microsoft operating systems. A new report reveals that the AI-dominated OS will require AMD and Intel CPUs with a dedicated NPU. Possibly surfacing in late 2026, the follow-up to Windows 11 may also rely on subscriptions.
Alan Cumming, Bowen Yang Help Launch Necessary Foundation to Support LGBTQ Filmmakers
"There is, in this moment, enormous political pressure to delete queer people from American media, and that includes young filmmakers who are being shut out of the industry,” said executive director A...
Versant Revenue and Profits Revealed in First Earnings Report
The company reported a decline in revenues and profits in 2025 owing to its exposure to the pay-TV business, but is launching with a dividend and share buyback program to entice investors.
Tariffs Confound Small Businesses Again
Chocolate makers and fig-paste importers are facing a tangle of unknowns, including whether to seek refunds for tariffs invalidated by the Supreme Court.
2026 Children's and Family Emmy Awards Winners List
The Walt Disney Company was the top winner of the night with 22 wins across its content brands and studios.
Media: The campaign to silence Trump critics
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr is one of Trump's biggest supporters
Maryland Politics: Primary candidates set for state and congressional races; a GA update
Maryland Matters government and politics reporter Bryan Sears joins Midday guest host Jayne Miller to recap state and national primary candidates, and the latest legislative moves in Annapolis.
'This is not Iraq.' Pete Hegseth says US won't spend 20 years in Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters Iran 'is not Iraq' and the administration doesn't have 'utopian' plans for nation-building there.
David Ellison Talks Warner Bros in First Comments About Mega Deal
The mogul laid out his vision to Wall Street early Monday morning.
U.S. Senate candidates in Texas make final pitches ahead of Tuesday primary
Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn is trying to avoid being the first Republican senator from Texas to lose a primary, and Democrats are hungry to win a Senate race.
Gwyneth Paltrow’s Business Partner Moj Mahdara Blasts Dems Over Iran
Kinship Ventures co-founder Moj Mahdara called on Dems to "wake up" and support Trump over his controversial military action against the Islamic Republic.
An N.F.L. Kicker, a Yankee and a Sports Reporter Walk Into the Midterms
As podcasts and talk radio blur the lines between sports and politics, professional athletes — many of whom have found encouragement from President Trump — are running in midterm elections.
An N.F.L. Kicker, a Yankee and a Sports Reporter Walk Into the Midterms
As podcasts and talk radio blur the lines between sports and politics, professional athletes — many of whom have found encouragement from President Trump — are running in midterm elections.
Texas A&M alumni warn politics is reshaping campus leadership
Some Aggie alumni and supporters are voicing worries about Texas A&M University's independence from partisan politics.
Trump tariff refund fight in motion as small businesses take helm
The fight for tariff refunds following the Supreme Court’s decision to void President Trump’s sweeping levies is underway. A Michigan auto parts store and New York wine importer are leading the ch…
Reusse: File this under ‘You never know what will happen in sports’
An old drinking companion once used to bellow that unexpected outcomes were part of what made sports great. This reporter couldn’t help but recall that fellow while watching hockey Friday night.
Labour minister Josh Simons resigns after falsely linking journalists to ‘pro-Kremlin’ network
Makerfield MP has been under pressure over thinktank’s commissioning of PR firm to investigate reporters
Florida Politics Now
Watch Florida Capitol Bureau Reporter Cody Butler recap this week of the Florida Legislative Session.
Florida Politics Now
Watch Florida Capitol Bureau Reporter Cody Butler recap this week of the Florida Legislative Session.
Benfica suspends five fans over racist incidents
Benfica suspend five supporters for racist incidents following the recent Champions League game against Real Madrid.
CBS News Producer Exits Citing Pressure to Aim Political Reporting
Mary Walsh joined the news network in September 1982, with her departure arriving a day after Netflix backed out of the bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery, that was ultimately won by Paramount.
Director Alexandre Trudeau Addresses Berlin Artistic Freedom Debate
With his brother, Justin Trudeau, and father, Pierre Elliott Trudeau, both having served as Canadian prime ministers, the ‘Hair of the Bear’ filmmaker knows a thing or two about tackling political issues.
Vanderbilt Health Pets of the Day: Momo and Smokey
Today’s first Dog of the Day is Momo, submitted by Ginger DeBellis of the Vanderbilt Vaccine Center. “Momo is a sweet and super smart blue merle Australian shepard who loves learning new tricks, neighbor watching and snuggles.“ Today’s second Dog of the Day is Smokey, submitted by Haley Villacorta of Population Health. “Smokey is a Pomsky (Pomeranian and Siberian husky mix).” Pets of the Day — what you need to know The Vanderbilt Health Pets of the Day are included in regular editions of the MyVUMC News newsletter, which is posted twice a week by Vanderbilt Health News and Communications. The pets are selected from the hundreds of entries sent to the Voice Pet Photo Contest. For those who submitted a photo to that contest, watch MyVUMC News for Pets of the Day, and in addition, regular collections of pet photos are posted to the Voice site. You can see them all here: https://news.vumc.org/section/voice/pets-vumc/. If you have a pet you would like to nominate for Pet of the Day, the next Pet Photo Contest submission period is coming up later this year, and will be announced in MyVUMC News. Momo and Smokey were featured in the March 3, 2026, edition of MyVUMC News.
Watching sports stars play through pain: Risks, rewards, and what our reporters thought
What's it like seeing sports stars play through pain in search of glory? Our reporters explain what it was like to witness shocking moments.
Hospitals warn of dire consequences if Maine bill makes health care cheaper
Supporters say similar caps in other states are a sign that it could work here.
Join The News in Red Bird in March for a panel on food and health
The Dallas Morning News' health reporter will moderate a panel on food and health, featuring some of North Texas' health leaders.
Why bipartisanship is disappearing from Congress
The nationwide push to redraw congressional districts mid-decade has not led to a big advantage for either political party, but it has created less competitive districts. We discuss how that reduces bipartisanship on Capitol Hill, and we discuss one lawmaker who seems to buck that trend.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, and political correspondent Ashley Lopez.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Bombardier has chance to boost business jet sales in India, says CEO
MONTREAL, Feb 26 () - India's efforts to improve its airport infrastructure will give Bombardier a chance to boost sales of business jets there, chief executive officer Eric Martel told reporters on Thursday. (Reporting by Allison Lampert, editing by David Ljunggren).
Trump’s Favorite Voter-ID Bill Would Probably Backfire
Congressional Republicans are trying to pass a strict “election integrity” law that seems almost custom-designed to disenfranchise their own supporters.
Houston Texans Running Back Update
According to NFL reporter Aaron Wilson, the Houston Texans are expected to enter the high-tier running back market in free agency. Star running back Joe Mixon missed the entirety of last season with an undisclosed injury, and his status for next year remains very much up in the air. There has been speculation that Houston […]
Jontay Porter, amid lifetime ban from NBA for gambling, signs with USBL's Seattle SuperHawks
Porter has not played professional basketball since the NBA determined he violated league gambling rules
Mar-a-Lago shooting: NC man shot, killed never interested in politics, guns, family says
Austin Tucker Martin rarely, if ever, talked about politics, seemed afraid of guns, and came from a family of Trump supporters, according to a cousin.
Mar-a-Lago shooting: NC man shot, killed never interested in politics, guns, family says
Austin Tucker Martin rarely, if ever, talked about politics, seemed afraid of guns, and came from a family of Trump supporters, according to a cousin.
Mar-a-Lago shooting: NC man shot, killed never interested in politics, guns, family says
Austin Tucker Martin rarely, if ever, talked about politics, seemed afraid of guns, and came from a family of Trump supporters, according to a cousin.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 live: Updates from the Galaxy S26 launch event
Follow along Engadget's reporters as we cover the news as it happens from Samsung's event.
NFL receives no tush push ban proposal this year after effort to ban it failed
League executive Troy Vincent told reporters at the scouting combine in Indianapolis that the deadline for submissions has passed.
Eating Healthy In Middle Age Can Lower Risk of Brain Decline, Study Finds
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Feb. 25, 2026 (HealthDay News) — What’s on your plate today can affect your brain aging as a senior, a new study says. Middle-aged people who eat healthy have a lower risk of brain decline in old age, researchers reported Feb. 23 in JAMA Neurology. The ...
Trump heads weakened into a season of tough political challenges
President Trump is in a precarious position with the 2026 midterm elections just ahead, but he and his supporters express confidence.
I was in the room at Trump's SOTU. Here's what it was like.
Here's what it was like for one reporter to be in the room for the longest State of the Union in American history.
Key takeaways from President Trump's State of the Union address
President Trump delivered his first State of the Union address of his second term Tuesday night. We break down what he said, what his political messaging was, and how it previews the administration's goals through the midterm elections. We also analyze how the Democrats responded.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Special thanks to Kelsey Snell, Natalie Winston and Neil Tevault.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Obituary: Tom Benic, athlete, advocate for youth sports, former PG editor
To longtime Pittsburgh Post-Gazette readers, the name Tom Benic may ring a bell. He worked as an education reporter and later became the editor for the...
Guthrie Sheriff's Former Political Rival Rips Chris Nanos
In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Lt. Heather Lappin calls Nanos a "tyrant" who runs Pima County like "a mafioso."
Read NPR's annotated fact check of President Trump's State of the Union
As President Trump delivers his State of the Union address, reporters from across NPR's newsroom will fact check his speech and offer context.
Etan Frankel Strikes First-Look Deal With Fox Entertainment Studios
The writer-producer, who also created and showran Peacock’s ‘Joe vs. Carole,’ will focus on premium series, genre storytelling and creator-led projects at the studio.
Amazon Vertical Video Tech Allows for Livestreams to TikTok
AWS Elemental Inference will let networks and studios convert live sports, news and other content into vertical video in real-time.
Calls grow for Texas Rep. Gonzales to resign over allegations of affair
House Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters that he would talk to Gonzales on Tuesday.
Celebrating excellence: Make a point to thank Vanderbilt Health residents and fellows this week
At Vanderbilt Health, there are currently more than 1,200 residents and fellows in more than 180 programs, contributing significantly to patient care.
Study identifies medical conditions that could predict future Alzheimer’s disease
The findings could suggest ways to intervene before clinical symptoms of Alzheimer's disease become apparent.
Can trash be good for the environment? The science of artificial reefs
Helicopters. Cargo containers. Old washing machines. For years, fishermen dumped this waste into the Gulf of Mexico. But they weren’t just trying to get rid of junk; they were trying to create artificial reefs that would help attract fish. For this month’s Nature Quest, WWNO coastal reporter Eva Tesfaye takes a (metaphorical) dive into the gulf to find out if Alabama’s ocean junkyard is an economic – and environmental – solution.This episode is part of Nature Quest, our monthly segment that brings you a question from a Short Waver who is noticing a change in the world around them.Send a voice memo to shortwave@npr.org telling us your name, location and a question about a change you're seeing in nature – it could be our next Nature Quest episode!Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Political Backlash After Pro-Palestine Comments at Berlin Awards Ceremony
A German cabinet minister walked out during one acceptance speech, and Berlin's conservative mayor said the ceremony was “misused for political destruction.”
Crews, business owners work to make roads, sidewalks passable in Roxborough
Action News reporter Leland Pinder is in Roxborough, where city crews and business owners are working to clear the snow.
Ted Sarandos Responds to Trump Telling Netflix to Fire Susan Rice: “It’s Not a Political Deal”
The Netflix co-CEO also touted his deal for Warner Bros. ahead of a Monday deadline for rival bidder Paramount to submit a "best and final" offer for the Hollywood studio.
Rams reporter says team is 'overdue' to invest in CB
The Los Angeles Rams need to figure out their cornerback room for 2026.
Politics Unplugged Podcast: Richard Ruelas on the Guthrie media circus
Arizona Republic reporter Richard Ruelas joins the pod to talk about the media circus in Tucson for the Guthrie case.
What happened in Iowa politics the week of Feb. 16-20
Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's State Government Reporter Katarina Sostaric review the latest in Iowa politics.
Katie Porter holds ‘F--- TRUMP’ sign at California Democratic convention
Former Rep. Katie Porter, who is running for Golden State governor, said "F--- Trump" during remarks at the California Democratic Party state convention.
‘We were right’: He took Trump’s tariffs to the Supreme Court and won
Wine importer Victor Schwartz challenged Trump's tariffs at the Supreme Court and won, dealing a blow to the trade agenda after survival threats.
Science journalism on the ropes worldwide as U.S. aid cuts bite
Federal freezes to foreign assistance are affecting grants for investigative reporters everywhere—but especially in poorer countries
Berlinale Announcing 2026 Winners (Updating Live)
An international jury headed by German director Wim Wenders is handing out the Gold and Silver Bears in Berlin Saturday night.
Trump tariffs ruling cautiously welcomed by business owners - 'Hard to keep lights on'
A toy importer says the Supreme Court decision was a rebuff to "insane fluctuations" in duties.
Trump lashes out at justices, announces new 10% global tariff
Trump told reporters that his administration will impose new tariffs by using alternative legal means.
Five honored at Translational Science and Research Forum
Translational research brings discoveries from the laboratory and preclinical studies forward to clinical trials and studies in humans.
Five honored at Translational Science and Research Forum
Translational research brings discoveries from the laboratory and preclinical studies forward to clinical trials and studies in humans.
4 issues to watch after Supreme Court ruling overturns Trump tariffs
Refunds for importers and negotiations for new trade deals are among issues to watch after the Supreme Court overturned Trump's tariffs.
Trump kicks reporters out of White House governors meeting. 'You can leave.'
Trump kicked reporters out of his breakfast meeting with governors so the officials could have a 'candid' conversation.
Sports reporter Wes Rucker, who covered Tennessee athletics, dies at 43
Longtime sports reporter Wes Rucker, who covered University of Tennessee athletics, died in a car crash in Knoxville on Feb. 19.
UTA and Gold House Celebrate AAPI Awards Season Nominees at Beverly Hills Dinner
'KPop Demon Hunters' creator Maggie Kang, 'No Other Choice' star Lee Byung-hun and Anderson .Paak attended the Celebration of Asian Excellence in Entertainment, sponsored by The Hollywood Reporter.
Texas' Senate primary race between Crockett and Talarico ramps up after pulled Colbert interview
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas is urging supporters to look at experience in a heated U.S. Senate primary with state Rep. James Talarico as he rides on wider attention thanks to late-night host Stephen Colbert
Trump says Obama disclosed classified information with alien comments
"He gave classified information, he's not supposed to be doing that," Trump told reporters Feb. 19 in discussing Obama's comments on aliens.
Trump calls Obama's alien comments a 'big mistake' after alleging classified information podcast revelation
Trump accused Obama of revealing classified information about aliens, calling it a "big mistake" during Air Force One interview with Fox News reporter.
Australian sports reporter apologizes for drinking alcohol before Winter Olympics broadcast live shot
Danika Mason slurred her words and went off-topic throughout the segment.
NFL Insider Drops Concerning Aaron Rodgers Update For Steelers
The rumor mill has recently offered optimism about Aaron Rodgers returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026. An NFL reporter pushed back on that sentiment with a more sobering perspective. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero claimed on Super Bowl Sunday that the “odds are increasing” of Rodgers delaying retirement another year and re-signing with the Steelers. […]
Berlin Film Festival Tried to Focus on Movies. Politics Stole the Spotlight.
Reporters’ attempts to draw stars into debates about Gaza and other highly charged topics have threatened to overshadow the movies at the Berlin Film Festival.
A former political ally tests LA liberals’ allegiance to Mayor Karen Bass
Mayor Karen Bass isn't vulnerable on her right, but she may be on her left, as City Councilmember Nithya Raman, a Democratic Socialist and ex-supporter, runs against her.
What’s the deal with that sculpture at Porter?
It catches your eye if you’re shopping at the nearby Target. From up Mass. Ave., it looks like a futuristic beacon. You can see rust all the way up, before you take the escalators all the way down.
Trump’s Order Aims to Boost Ingredient Used in Roundup
An executive order aimed at ramping up production of glyphosate set off alarms among supporters of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Daniel Miller
Daniel Miller is a reporter at POLITICO covering the intersection of entertainment, media, sports, technology and politics.Part of POLITICO’s California team since 2026, he examines how Hollywood and Southern California function as engines of political power. Daniel also covers the rainmakers, dealmakers and cultural figures who shape policy debates, elections and public life far beyond the state’s borders.Daniel previously spent 13 years at the Los Angeles Times, most recently as an enterprise reporter in the newspaper’s Metro department, where he worked on investigations and features. He wrote about allegations of sexual misconduct at L.A.’s Magic Castle, chronicled the cratering ventures of a celebrity vegan chef and detailed themystery of a missing million-dollar pocket watch once owned by J.P. Morgan. In 2019, he wrote, reported and hosted "Larger Than Life," an award-winning podcast about the life of an enigmatic L.A. street racer.He previously covered the business of entertainment for The Times, examining the fraught political ties between the Walt Disney Co. and the city of Anaheim, probing the world of second-tier talent agents operating on Hollywood’s fringes and uncovering allegations involving several #MeToo figures.Daniel was named Journalist of the Year at the 2015 National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards and, a year later, received the L.A. Press Club’s Entertainment Journalist of the Year award. He was also a finalist for the 2016 Loeb Awards for "Selling Stardom," a series on unscrupulous Hollywood operators. His narrative reporting has been honored by organizations including the Society for Features Journalism, the National Association of Black Journalists and the Motor Press Guild.Daniel began his career reporting in Southern California, writing for the Ventura County Star, the Los Angeles Business Journal and the Hollywood Reporter. He attended Beverly Hills High School and UCLA. He lives in Los Angeles.
Trump’s Black supporters tout minority gains during White House ceremony
Wednesday’s Black History Month event marked a continued defense of a president who has made racial grievance a hallmark of his political ascent.
Dodgers reliever Brusdar Graterol expected to miss start of season
Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Brusdar Graterol is not expected to be ready for the start of the season. Graterol last pitched for the Dodgers in the 2024 World Series. Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts told reporters Wednesday the hard-throwing Graterol won't be on the active roster for opening day.
Jewish Sports Pride Is Soaring and Even Spike Lee Can’t Bring It Down
A stunt at the NBA All-Star Game only throws into relief what’s been happening on screens, from the Olympics to the multiplex, this entertainment season.
Vanderbilt Health remembers C. Leon Partain, former chair of Radiology
Clarence Leon Partain, MD, PhD, professor emeritus of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, whose work in nuclear medicine and magnetic resonance imaging helped shape the field of academic radiology, died Jan. 28 in Brentwood, Tennessee. He was 85. After beginning his career as a nuclear engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and as faculty at the University of Missouri and the University of North Carolina, Dr. Partain joined the ranks at Vanderbilt Radiology in 1980 and was promoted to professor in 1984. He later became the first Carol D. and Henry P. Pendergrass Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences and chair of the department (1992-2000), and subsequently the director of the Center for Imaging Research. Shortly after arriving in Nashville, Dr. Partain began to lead Vanderbilt Radiology’s nuclear medicine division. He remained in this role until he was named the department chair. Dr. Partain specialized in multiple fields, including nuclear medicine, magnetic resonance imaging and positron emission tomography. Following his time as chair, Dr. Partain shifted his focus to research and spent time working clinically with radiology’s chest imaging section. In 2015, he retired and was honored for his years of service and named as emeritus faculty. Dr. Partain also held an appointment as professor of Biomedical Engineering. A Tennessee native, Dr. Partain was born in Memphis and later graduated from high school in Clarksville. He then received his BS in nuclear engineering from the University of Tennessee, his MS and PhD in nuclear engineering from Purdue University and his MD from Washington University. He completed his residency training in diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine at the University of North Carolina. Dr. Partain was clinically trained and certified in diagnostic radiology and nuclear radiology by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) and the American Board of Nuclear Medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Partain contributed to the growth of Vanderbilt Radiology and received many academic and research accolades across the specialty through various associations. During his time leading the department, clinical studies increased from 180,000 to 260,000 cases per year, emerging technological imaging equipment expanded the department’s capabilities, and units for angiography and fluoroscopy were added to the tool kit. The department also expanded its footprint with outpatient imaging in Nashville, Bedford County and more. Research continued to expand with continued growth in scientific findings and millions in grant funding for radiopharmaceuticals, functional MRI, nuclear medicine, X-ray, ultrasound and more. Dr. Partain is celebrated for being instrumental in bringing the first MRI and PET/CT machines to the Medical Center. His efforts helped build Vanderbilt Radiology’s prestige in the world of academics and research both nationally and internationally. His society affiliations included the American College of Radiology, the American College of Nuclear Medicine, and the International Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM). He served as president of the Radiological Research Alliance of the Association of Academic Radiologists and has held executive roles as a member of many radiological society boards. Dr. Partain was editor-in-chief of the Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging from 2000 to 2013 and a member of the editorial boards of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, the American Journal of Roentgenology, Academic Radiology, the Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Investigative Radiology. He has authored/co-authored/edited six textbooks, including one of the first comprehensive textbooks on MRI, “Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Imaging.” Dr. Partain has also authored/co-authored/edited approximately 100-plus book chapters and 200-plus journal articles. In 2000, Dr. Partain received the Distinguished Service Award from the ABR. In 2014, he received the Distinguished Service Award from the ISMRM. In 2016, he received the Alumni Achievement Award from Washington University for his “contributions to advance the fields of nuclear medicine and medical imaging.” Dr. Partain served the ABR as an examiner for 20 years, the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education as a member of the Nuclear Medicine Residency Review Committee, and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in multiple capacities. A devout Baptist deacon and man of committed faith, he is survived by his wife of 62 years, Judy; children, David (Rebecca), Teri (Bland), and Amy; brother, Larry (Deb); brother-in-law, Tom (Cathy); grandchildren, Sarah (Brandon), Amy, Luke, Tucker, Alex, Ryan and Jake; cousins and a host of nieces and nephews. Vanderbilt Health is grateful to Dr. Partain for his decades of service and major contributions to clinical and research imaging.
Five Berkeley Lab Scientists Receive DOE Early Career Research Awards
Five scientists from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) have received Early Career Research Program (ECRP) awards from the Department of Energy. The ECRP program, now in its 16th year, was established to bolster the nation’s scientific workforce by supporting exceptional researchers at the outset of their careers, when many scientists do their most formative work. Recipients use the funding to pursue projects that have the potential to solve scientific challenges and advance the country’s STEM capabilities. To be eligible for the program, a researcher must be an untenured, tenure-track assistant or associate professor at a U.S. academic institution, or a full-time employee at a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility, who is within 10 years of having earned their doctorate. Awards to an institution of higher education will be approximately $875,000 over five years, and awards to a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility will be approximately $2,750,000 over five years. This year’s Berkeley Lab awardees and their projects are listed below: Timon Heim: Better detectors for more powerful particle colliders Timon Heim is a staff scientist in the Physics Division. His ECRP project will develop a new type of detector that can track the particles generated by collisions in particle colliders with high spatial and temporal resolution. Current detectors in use at high-energy colliders, like the ATLAS detector at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN, can track the trajectory and measure momentum of particles, but they can’t track a particle’s time of arrival with sufficient precision to discern from which of the many particle interactions they originate. Heim’s proposed technology — called a 4D tracking detector, because it captures data about particles’ positions in space and time — aims to solve this challenge, allowing researchers to glean more precise data from collision experiments to uncover new insights into fundamental forces and potentially discover new particles. The enhanced capabilities of 4D detectors will be a necessity for experiments at future colliders, such as the Muon Collider or Future Circular Collider. The project will develop custom microelectronics that process the signal of a pixelated silicon sensor that can register charged particles passing through it in an extreme radiation environment that these colliders produce during operation. The goal is to measure individual particles’ position with 50-micro-meter spatial and 50 pico-second (one trillionth of a second) temporal precision, for an incoming flux of around 1 billion particles per second per square centimeter. Harrison Lisabeth: Studying underground processes to unleash abundant energy Harrison Lisabeth is a research scientist in the Energy Geoscience Division focused on combining real-world experiments and AI to guide development of geothermal energy systems. His project will explore how deep underground rock formations – where geothermal wells are dug – are stressed by chemical reactions of the minerals and mechanical strain from movements in the Earth. A better understanding of subsurface stresses is essential to engineer safe and reliable geothermal wells that access the heat of deep rocks to produce electricity. It is estimated that the U.S. could generate ten times the amount of energy needed to power the grid using geothermal sources. Lisabeth plans to simulate how minerals grow, dissolve, and influence the behavior of surrounding rock in geothermal reservoirs by tracking chemical changes in rock samples under pressure in the lab. The project will also develop machine learning models to predict geologic strain based on field measurements and refine existing models that describe how common rock types deform under stress. Combining these approaches, Lisabeth hopes to develop a framework to predict stress to improve stability and longevity of geothermal wells. Daniel Carney: Pushing the quantum boundaries of particle measurement Daniel Carney is a staff scientist in the Physics Division who uses quantum information science to study particle physics and gravity. At very small scales, “quantum noise” — random fluctuations from the act of measurement — can drown out faint signals from rare processes. Carney’s ECRP project, “Fundamental Physics at the Quantum Limits of Measurement,” aims to build a new mechanical quantum sensor that can measure extremely small particle interactions below the limits of that quantum noise. The approach uses lasers to hold a tiny bead containing radioactive atoms; when one decays, the system measures the bead’s motion and the energy of any particles emitted. The experiment’s initial goal is to search for heavy sterile neutrinos, hypothetical particles predicted by some extensions of the Standard Model. The system could also help measure the mass of the neutrino, study the way particles interact through the electromagnetic and weak forces, and hunt for low-mass dark matter — all unsolved mysteries in particle physics. Callum Wilkinson: Using machine learning to demystify neutrinos Callum Wilkinson is a staff scientist in the Physics Division and part of the international Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) hosted by Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. DUNE will create an intense beam of neutrinos that interact in detectors in Illinois and, after an 800-mile journey through the earth, in massive detectors in South Dakota. By precisely measuring neutrinos and how they change, researchers will get a better understanding of their fundamental properties and whether they are responsible for why there is so much more matter than antimatter in our universe. Wilkinson’s ECRP project will apply two machine learning techniques to improve the analysis of DUNE’s data and enhance the experiment’s precision. One approach will look for hidden patterns in how neutrinos interact and produce low-energy particles, while the other will help correct for distortions in what the detectors record. The methods will be tested on one of DUNE’s prototype detectors and could be used in other neutrino experiments, improving their measurements and helping scientists build better models. Aditi Krishnapriyan: Machine learning methods that scale as datasets grow Aditi Krishnapriyan is a faculty scientist in Berkeley Lab’s Applied Mathematics and Computational Research Division (AMCR) and assistant professor at UC Berkeley. Her project, awarded through UC Berkeley, will develop machine learning methods that scale with dataset size for modeling complex, multi-scale phenomena. The resulting tools can be applied in a wide range of research, including the study of new electrolytes for batteries or the examination of molecular interactions. ### Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) is committed to groundbreaking research focused on discovery science and solutions for abundant and reliable energy supplies. The lab’s expertise spans materials, chemistry, physics, biology, earth and environmental science, mathematics, and computing. Researchers from around the world rely on the lab’s world-class scientific facilities for their own pioneering research. Founded in 1931 on the belief that the biggest problems are best addressed by teams, Berkeley Lab and its scientists have been recognized with 17 Nobel Prizes. 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