K.C. Cole will be honored at the annual ACA meeting with the Elizabeth Wood Award for her contributions to science journalism. The award recognizes individuals who have effectively communicated complex scientific concepts to the general public.
A new sea current has been discovered off the African coast, with high speeds of up to a metre per second. The current is driven by the mixture of cold polar water and extremely saline water from the Red Sea and Persian Gulf.
The new Phileas bus-tram system uses a magnetic reference system to guide the vehicle, allowing for precise navigation around bends and stops. The system enables the bus to travel at higher speeds while reducing construction costs and improving safety.
Researchers at Brown University have discovered direct evidence of climate change on Mars, finding that water ice was once present closer to the equator. The findings suggest that the icy region has moved from the planet's poles to nearer its equator due to climate change.
A team of researchers at Yale University successfully transplants Schwann cells into a patient's brain to repair damaged nerve fibers in Multiple Sclerosis. The procedure aims to restore normal function and has the potential to benefit millions of people affected by MS and other demyelinating diseases.
PS-341, a proteasome inhibitor, has shown promising results in treating multiple myeloma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. The Phase I clinical trial found one complete response and several partial responses among patients, indicating the drug's potential as a treatment option.
Researchers discovered that fish use crossflow filtration to separate food particles from water, contrary to the long-held sieving model. Computer models and fiber-optic endoscopes confirmed this finding, revealing a swirling vortex at the roof of the mouth where food particles are trapped.
A study of 786 children aged 7-9 found girls were less active than boys, with 14% of boys and almost one in four girls exercising less than the recommended minimum. Over 40% of children failed to engage in moderate physical activity.
Researchers confirm long-standing mystery of magnetic reconnection, a process that generates solar flares and aurorae. The event was observed by NASA's Wind spacecraft as it flew through the Earth's magnetotail, revealing collisionless processes that explain its fast rate.
Respiratory sounds can precisely determine the level of shortness of breath in asthma patients. A new computer program uses acoustic analysis to detect breathing problems, potentially setting off an alarm during sleep and enabling researchers to study conditions without inducing symptoms.
The Mayo Clinic study found that thalidomide can stop or slow the progression of multiple myeloma in patients newly diagnosed with this cancer. Thalidomide was previously used to treat advanced myeloma, but this is the first published report documenting its effectiveness as a first-line treatment for early-stage multiple myeloma.
A study by Peter J. Cunningham found that despite increased eligibility for public coverage, only half of low-income children are enrolled in programs like SCHIP and Medicaid. The gap is attributed to high costs, stigma associated with public programs, and lack of awareness among Hispanic families, which have lower take-up rates.
A University of Florida study reveals that birds are immune to the spicy chemical in chili peppers, making them essential for seed dispersal. This allows the seeds to germinate and grow in optimal conditions, benefiting the pepper plant's survival.
The US Department of Agriculture has awarded a $3 million grant to researchers at North Carolina State University to develop genetically improved strains of the fast-growing loblolly pine. The goal is to produce high-quality wood quickly and efficiently, reducing logging in natural forests and preserving biodiversity.
Professor Morton Gurtin's research extends continuum mechanics to study structural materials at nanoscale length scales, advancing theories of deformation and fracture process. He has been an active collaborator with Italian school of continuum mechanics researchers since many years.
Researchers developed a mathematical model that suggests barring domestic animals from bedrooms can significantly reduce Chagas disease transmission. By analyzing household dynamics, they found keeping dogs in bedrooms is the worst thing for households, while excluding infected dogs from sleeping areas virtually eliminates transmission.
The NWO study found that children receiving iron, zinc, and vitamin A supplements during pregnancy have better resistance to disease. Zinc deficiency is often linked to the same causes as iron deficiency, resulting from one-sided nutrition lacking animal products.
A Rutgers study published in Nature found that people can build strong visual memories for scenes with limited exposure and recall more objects over time. The research suggests that medium-term memory plays a key role in this process, allowing individuals to quickly identify their surroundings without constant visual scanning.