Research suggests that web users are more likely to be registered voters and participate in local, legislative, and national elections. Additionally, a significant portion of respondents reported being politically active through actions such as writing elected officials and signing petitions.
A researcher has developed a mathematical tool to model trading patterns of stockbrokers by analyzing crowd behavior. This technique, known as Orchid Fractal Analysis, provides highly accurate models of how crowds behave, similar to modeling crowd control at football stadiums.
A new diagnostic test uses purified proteins to detect Neospora caninum, a parasite causing cattle abortions. The test has been developed by the US Department of Agriculture and is expected to be commercially available within two to three years.
Two new 'cool climate' grape varieties, Traminette and Marquis, have been bred for their excellent fruit quality and cold-hardiness, making them suitable for the Northeast's short growing seasons. These hybrid grapes have shown promise in trials across several regions.
A study by Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Chicago Medical Center supports Benjamin Gompertz's theory of a universal law of mortality. The researchers analyzed data from sheltered animals and humans, finding statistically indistinguishable mortality curves that fit the Gompertz model.
Researchers identified a single gene regulating wing formation in fruit flies, revealing a fundamental understanding of how genes mastermind limb development. The discovery may lead to new avenues for preventing birth defects caused by genetic miscommunication.
A licensing agreement between Michigan Technological University and Mineral Resource Technologies aims to commercialize the recovery and processing of fly ash. The technology separates out carbon, iron oxide, and cenophores from the high-carbon byproduct, enabling its use as a replacement for cement and filler for various products.
A new bait made of natural substances has been discovered that kills cockroaches by disrupting their uric acid production, a crucial resource for survival. The bait, developed by Dr. Heather Wren, is effective against both resistant and susceptible strains and shows promise in controlling large populations of German cockroaches.
A pilot study found that mothers with children have poorer oral health, including more missing teeth and gum problems, compared to childless women. Stress levels may exacerbate this issue, suggesting that mothers need to prioritize their oral hygiene despite stress.
Researchers at UCLA's Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center are testing the safety and effectiveness of TNP-470, an experimental drug that prevents tumor growth by blocking the formation of new blood vessels. The study aims to reduce tumor size and prevent cancer spread in patients with metastatic breast cancer.
Researchers found that mice without thyroid hormone receptor beta are deaf, even though they appear healthy. The study suggests that this gene controls hearing development, and its loss may cause human genetic forms of deafness.
A University of Colorado research team is testing the skies over northern Peru with a large balloon and kite to measure greenhouse gas emissions in the Amazon rainforest. The team will track levels of carbon dioxide, methane, and ozone, as well as hydrocarbons emitted from vegetation.
A sports nutrition program has been adopted by top US women's heptathlon athletes, credited with improving performance and hydration. The program emphasizes fluid replacement and eating small, frequent meals to optimize fuel for high-intensity exercises.
Researchers found that a glass of orange juice boosts stomach acid levels and increases the absorption of delavirdine, a promising new AIDS drug. The study, funded by NIH and Upjohn Pharmaceuticals, suggests that orange juice may help patients with low stomach acid achieve adequate therapeutic benefits.
Researchers analyzed sediment layers deposited by tides to study the moon's retreat from Earth. The study found that a day on Earth was approximately 18 hours long 900 million years ago, with the moon moving away at a constant rate. The analysis also revealed changes in tidal patterns over time.
Scientists from Oregon State University and others announced a breakthrough in colossal magnetoresistance, a phenomenon that holds promise for improved computer memory and data storage. The discovery of thallium manganese oxide may lead to new avenues of research and materials development.
A new study found that children living in communities with stricter fireworks laws are 7 times less likely to be injured than those in lenient areas. The study, published in Pediatrics, also recommends a nationwide ban on personal firework use except for licensed public displays.
The Southern Pine Beetle is the most aggressive and destructive of five bark beetles that feed on southern pines, causing $900 million in damage to U.S. pine forests from 1960 through 1990. Forest owners and homeowners need to take control measures if they spot the beetle, as it can be a costly pest.
The NCAR research program is testing a new cloud-seeding technique using pyrotechnic flares to enhance rainfall in drought-stricken Coahuila, Mexico. The technique has shown promising results in South Africa and Arizona, but its effectiveness remains uncertain.
Scientists worldwide are building equipment to replicate the discovery of a new state of matter, known as the Bose-Einstein condensate. The condensate's properties have been studied extensively, with researchers making breakthroughs in understanding its behavior at extremely low temperatures.
A new study confirms the Bering land bridge was not inundated by rising seas until about 11,000 years ago. The study reveals that the vegetation at the time consisted primarily of tundra plants and shrubs, unsuitable for long-term habitation by large grazing mammals.
A team of researchers at Cornell University has identified the exact year logs were cut from ancient tombs in Turkey, dating back to 718 B.C. This finding pushes back the Aegean Late Bronze Age by as much as a century, providing new insights into ancient civilizations such as the Minoans and Mycenaeans.
Researchers suggest that cells are programmed to self-destruct when isolated from their neighbors, potentially providing a key to fighting cancer and autoimmune diseases. This discovery could lead to new treatments by understanding how to disrupt the cell's suicidal tendencies.
An international team of researchers has cloned the human gene responsible for basal cell carcinoma, a common skin cancer. The discovery could lead to novel approaches in preventing and treating the disease, including a potential ointment that controls growth.
Researchers discovered a correlation between El Nino events and increased rainfall in central Israel over the past 20 years. The study used tree rings, satellite cloud images, and rainwater analysis to identify a link between El Niáo and Israeli rainfall.
Despite record unemployment rates for science-trained professionals, professors fail to encourage students to pursue careers outside the lab. Experts report that jobs in physical sciences are severely limited, leading many specialized workers to end up underemployed or in low-paying academic appointments.
A study published in the journal Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy found that healthy young children in Mexico were colonized by E. coli resistant to multiple antibiotics. The study discovered that nearly 90% of stool samples contained isolates resistant to two or more antibiotics, highlighting a significant route for the dissemina...