The Hartford Doctoral Fellows Program supports up to 42 new Doctoral Fellows with a two-year fellowship and career development enhancements. A pre-dissertation award also encourages more social work doctoral students to consider gerontology.
Researchers from UMaine and China collaborate on a joint expedition to study atmospheric circulation and global warming. They successfully melted an 87-meter ice core using a device built at UMaine, shedding light on changes in the region's climate.
A study funded by the Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation has identified novel potential therapeutic targets for spinal cord repair using microarray technology. The study analyzed 108 genes and found patterns of gene expression that could help researchers identify new treatments.
Researchers have designed a traveling-wave engine that converts 18% of heat source energy into electricity, outperforming current thermoelectric devices. The device's high reliability and efficient energy conversion make it suitable for deep space probes.
A study finds that 50% of patients with Crohn's disease have viable MAP in their blood, suggesting a systemic infection. The findings raise questions about the role of MAP in IBD and highlight the need for further research to clarify its significance.
A study led by the University of Rochester Medical Center found that cancer drug rituximab significantly improves health in patients with lupus by reducing B cells. The treatment was effective for 11 out of 17 patients, with many able to reduce or discontinue traditional medications.
A new information system will help researchers understand the relationship between genes and behavior in honey bees. The BeeSpace system will provide a comprehensive environment for analyzing genomic data, enabling scientists to identify key roles in social behavior.
The March of Dimes survey found that 49 percent of women who have been on low-carb diets in the past six months take a daily multivitamin containing folic acid. This increase suggests that women are becoming more aware of the importance of folic acid for preventing birth defects.
Researchers studying Nicaraguan Sign Language found that children give language its most fundamental features by learning it, contradicting theories of hard-wired blueprints. Children turn simple gestures into a true language through their own experimentation and improvement.
A new study suggests that most people's diets get healthier from childhood to young adulthood. Adults tend to consume more fruit and vegetables and less fat and sugar compared to their child years. However, many people perceive barriers to healthy eating, such as lack of time and work patterns.
A study found that energy intake from soft drinks in the US rose by 135% between 1977 and 2001, while milk intake decreased by 38%. This shift is linked to increased obesity rates.
The research team, led by K-State and including institutions in Europe and the US, will study how plants adapt to changing environmental conditions. By understanding these adaptations, scientists can predict plant behavior and develop strategies for conservation and crop improvement.
Researchers from University of California, Berkeley, and other institutions will study the mechanical and neurological basis of locomotion using RHex, a short six-legged robot. The team aims to uncover the neural and muscular control and feedback loops that lead to similar patterns of movement in animals
A $500,000 grant will provide support to students from North Philadelphia entering the first year of their nursing program. The project aims to increase diversity in the nursing profession by providing culturally sensitive activities and professional development sessions.
A recent study found that US child health lags behind other industrialized nations in infant mortality rates, immunization rates, and overall well-being. The country's high level of income inequality is cited as a primary factor contributing to these poor rankings.
A team of researchers, led by Himadri Pakrasi, aims to model the networks that cyanobacteria, Arabidopsis, and Physcomitrella use to cope with radicals. This study has potential applications for human biology and could lead to new therapies.
Researchers at UCSB discovered a correlation between Southern Ocean cooling and the expansion of Antarctic ice sheets around 14 million years ago. The study suggests that changes in global carbon cycling played a crucial role in this process, providing insight into the dynamics of Earth's climate system.
The NSF announces six FIBR awards to tackle some of biology's most challenging questions. The projects will study the relationship between an organism's genes and the outside world, as well as animal movement, social behavior, and photosynthesis.
Researchers developed a new trust model to interpret subjects' performance in a simple task. The model factors in doubt and found that many students expressed doubt despite being told it was unlikely. This challenges the assumption that humans are irrational when doubting instructions.
A randomized trial found that coronary angioplasty within 24 hours of medical therapy for heart-attack patients can significantly improve outcomes. The study, GRACIA-1, showed a halved rate of death, reinfarction, or revascularisation at 12 months compared to conservative treatment.
The Lehigh International Materials Institute (IMI) will receive $3.25 million to develop new glass functionalities and foster global collaboration. The grant aims to revitalize the worldwide glass research community and educate a new generation of experts, addressing concerns about the US losing its lead in the field.
Two studies published in Science suggest that eosinophils play a crucial role in the development of asthma, but the exact mechanisms are not yet clear. The findings challenge previous theories and highlight the importance of considering individual genetic factors in treating asthma.
Researchers developed control methods for self-reconfigurable robots that can change shape and perform different tasks without falling apart. The methods ensure guaranteed correct behavior, enabling robots to adapt to various environments and tasks.
Researchers identified a mechanism for beta-cell growth during insulin resistance, which occurs as a normal protective response to delay type 2 diabetes onset. PDX-1 plays a crucial role in regulating this growth, and modulating key proteins involved may enhance beta cell replication or transplantation
Researchers at USC have linked historical increases in human lifespan to reduced childhood exposure to infectious diseases like tuberculosis and malaria. Chronic inflammation from these early infections accelerated cardiovascular and other diseases, leading to increased longevity.
A new study by Mayo Clinic researchers demonstrates that eosinophils are required for mucus accumulation and lung dysfunction associated with asthma. Transgenic mice without eosinophils showed reduced or eliminated disease symptoms following allergen exposure, paving the way for novel therapies to treat and prevent asthma.
A recent study found that people with schizophrenia in China are 24 times more likely to die by suicide than those without the condition. The research suggests a possible link between the prevalence of schizophrenia and suicide in women, who make up a larger proportion of those affected.
Researchers identify a new mechanism for stroke damage, revealing acid-sensing ion channels as major players. Blocking these channels with existing pharmacologic agents may provide a potential therapeutic target for stroke therapy.