URBANA, Ill. — While technology has revolutionized access to health information, the proliferation of inaccurate and potentially dangerous content online presents a significant public health challenge. It is essential to develop collaborative models that bring together researchers, educators, and community stakeholders to navigate this complex landscape. These models will ensure that citizens receive accurate, research-based health information.
The University of Illinois, along with the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute, and in collaboration with Illinois Extension, has developed the Springtime Science 2025 webinar series. This series is part of the Community Seminar Series, and it provides an opportunity for the community to learn about current health research, find reliable sources of health information, and engage in direct dialogue with U of I researchers.
"The passion and dedication of our presenters continually inspires me. Witnessing our speakers share their expertise on topics that have a real, tangible impact on the well-being of our community is truly incredible," says Max Wallace, visiting research project coordinator at IHSI. "This program is a testament to the power of collaboration and knowledge-sharing in driving meaningful change."
Event Details
All sessions are presented from Noon to 1 p.m., and topics include:
- Growing Minds: Understanding and Supporting Children's Executive Function | March 5
Learn strategies to promote healthy development and a nurturing environment for children.
- Is It All in My Head? Mind-Body Approaches to Pain | March 12
Learn how biopsychosocial factors affect body sensations and find practical ways to use this model daily.
- Boosting Immunity: The Benefits of Physical Activity | March 26
Learn how staying active boosts immunity, prevents chronic illnesses, and enhances well-being.
- What Can I Read? Who Can I Be? Exploring the Impact of Book Bans | April 2
Explore the impact of book bans and what people can do to prevent them.
- Ampliar el Acceso a los Alimentos: Compras de Comestibles en Línea para las Comunidades Rurales de Bajos Ingresos - Spanish Only | Abril 9
Descubre el papel de la compra de comestibles en línea como una estrategia para mejorar el acceso a los alimentos en las comunidades rurales.
- Mind-Body Techniques: Strategies for Better Sleep | April 16
Explore mind-body strategies for better rest and improved sleep quality.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, contact Dee Walls at walls1@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet access needs.
SOURCE: Dee Walls, programmatic workforce and career development outreach associate, Illinois Extension.
WRITER: Herbert Chavez, media communications coordinator, Illinois Extension.
University of Illinois Extension develops educational programs, extends knowledge, and builds partnerships to support people, communities, and their environments as part of the state's land-grant institution. Extension serves as the leading public outreach effort for University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences in all 102 Illinois counties through a network of 27 multi-county units and over 700 staff statewide. Extension’s mission is responsive to eight strategic priorities — community, economy, environment, food and agriculture, health, partnerships, technology and discovery, and workforce excellence — that are served through six program areas — 4-H youth development, agriculture and agribusiness, community and economic development, family and consumer science, integrated health disparities, and natural resources, environment, and energy.