Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) has been awarded a $3 million grant to study driver behavior leading up to crashes and near-crashes in Northern Virginia. The project aims to provide detailed data on events leading up to crashes, bridging gaps in knowledge about pre-crash and conflict behaviors of drivers.
A team of scientists from Texas A&M University has developed a mathematical model to better understand wildlife habitats and interactions. The model uses equations to describe how animals and plants live, grow, and interact with each other in different environments.
Researchers at Texas A&M University have made a precise measurement of solar neutrinos, resolving a long-standing puzzle. By studying the proton transfer reaction, they found that the number of solar neutrinos is lower than expected by around 20 percent compared to previous calculations.
Hochella will analyze samples from acid-mine drainage sites in Germany and the US using advanced equipment to develop better models of metal transport. This work aims to improve understanding of toxic-metal-bearing phases and their distribution in drainage systems.
A study of internists found that physicians often do not follow best practices due to concerns about patient individuality. The study suggests that noncompliance with guidelines can be a valid reflection of questions about their usefulness and applicability.