The study found a significant decline in chronic disability rates for people 65 and older, with the largest rate of decline occurring from 1989 to 1994. The researchers attribute this trend to medical advances and technological improvements.
Researchers at Indiana University launched a full-scale expedition to explore ancient Taino Indian sites in the Dominican Republic. The underwater site has yielded over two dozen artifacts, providing valuable information about the tribe's culture and interactions with Europeans.
Researchers can now customize surfaces to specific qualities, such as absorbency, adhesiveness, and bio-activity. This breakthrough has far-reaching implications for fields like medicine, microelectronics, and oil recovery.
Astronomers, led by Professor Patterson, use digital cameras and computers to record binary star variations. This allows for continuous monitoring of stars across the globe, providing valuable data to aid in understanding celestial mechanics.
Research by Indiana University kinesiologists suggests that encouraging leg movements on a miniature treadmill can lead to an eight-to-12 month improvement in the time Down syndrome babies take their first independent steps. This intervention is found to decrease family stress and facilitate cognitive, spatial, and social development.
A survey of UMass biology graduates found that those with research experience are significantly happier in their present job. Over 85% of these graduates report being satisfied, compared to just 46% of those without research experience.
A Duke University study found that patients who received magnesium during CPR were 69% less likely to experience brain damage and had better neurological outcomes. The researchers discovered that magnesium may have neuroprotective effects by preventing calcium flow into brain cells, but more trials are needed to confirm the results.
A study by UC Davis researchers found that protein-deprived diet reduces life expectancy in both male and female Medflies, but females are harder hit. This reversal of the natural lifespan advantage suggests a vulnerable window of time for females during reproduction.
The GovNews Project introduces a new category on Usenet, facilitating the delivery of official notices, news, announcements, reports, and publications from government agencies. Millions of people will now be able to participate in discussions on topics like privatization, procurements, and environmental issues.
The European Science Association aims to foster debate on the relationship between science and society in a pan-European spirit. It seeks to involve young scientists, media professionals, industrialists, teachers, and other stakeholders in its activities.