WLNS interview with Prof. Terence Keel examined Isaiah Kirby’s shooting, questioning police decision‑making and the delayed use of less‑lethal force. He emphasized systemic issues in how such deaths are assessed, urging greater accountability, transparency, and scrutiny of official narratives surrounding police violence.
Deeply probing conversation with UCLA professor Terrence Keel, a leading scholar examining the intersection of race, science and public institutions. The discussion centers on his new book, The Coroner’s Silence, which investigates how death investigations—particularly in cases involving police custody—can obscure rather than illuminate the truth.
Terence Keel participated in the “Uncounted: Virginia” launch through a moderated discussion of his book The Coroner’s Silence, highlighting systemic flaws in death reporting. He emphasized how inconsistencies in coroners’ records obscure deaths in custody, raising broader concerns about transparency, accountability, and the accurate documentation of police-related fatalities.
Pork isn’t just eaten – fats, bones and other leftovers are turned into detergents and finishes for our homes. Behind the smooth, shiny surfaces lie the entrails of an extractivist industry with serious effects on animals people and the environment.
A talk and discussion by UCLA professors Nicholas Shapiro and Valerie Tornini.
Media narratives shape public trust and participation in genetics research through framing, misinformation, and portrayals of ethical risk, often affecting trust in scientific institutions and willingness to share genetic data. Nevertheless, public engagement is essential for building diverse and scientifically reliable genetic datasets. Drawing on historical controversies such as the Tuskegee Syphilis Study and the Havasupai Tribe case, the paper highlights how ethical failures and sensationalized reporting can deepen public skepticism and reduce participation among marginalized communities. Responsible media reporting, transparent data protections, and adaptive consent models are critical to rebuilding trust and ensuring the future success of ethical genetics research. Project by Cassidy Lo.