The workshop explored the government's use of commercial data for homeland security, raising important privacy concerns. Stevens' Wright discussed her work on PORTIA project, which addresses handling of sensitive information in a networked world and provides cryptographically strong methods for maintaining data privately.
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have developed a cancer vaccine that uses the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes to boost an immune response against breast tumor-associated antigens. The vaccine was tested in mice with established breast tumors, resulting in complete tumor eradication after 100 days.
Researchers found that abused children exhibited prolonged attention to angry voices and didn't break focus even after the argument ended. This reaction may be linked to their brain's ongoing attempt to cope with past trauma, making them more prone to interpersonal problems.
The new lab will provide practical training in security and information assurance, preparing students to meet the challenges in protecting the nation's information infrastructure. The lab will increase the number of IT professionals educated and trained in theoretical and practical aspects of information assurance and security.
Researchers found that parents' warmth and positivity in interactions with their children in childhood are related to the children's self-regulation and adjustment in adolescence. Children of warm parents tend to exhibit fewer problem behaviors as they age.
Researchers are testing the Space Cycle, a human-powered centrifuge that generates artificial gravity, to prevent muscle loss and atrophy in astronauts. The device simulates various levels of gravity, from Earth to five times Earth's gravity, to assess its effectiveness in maintaining muscle mass and strength.
A study found that HIV-infected macrophages travel to the temporal lobe, causing inflammation and damaging memories. Researchers hope to develop drugs targeting these cells to prevent HIV-associated dementia.
A recent study found that long-term alcoholics are at a four-fold higher rate of postoperative infections, as well as increased length of need for mechanical ventilation and ICU treatment. The study suggests that pre- and perioperative immune-modulating treatments may help decrease infection rates in high-risk patients.
A study analyzing 13,000 Scottish individuals found that excluding deprivation from heart disease risk scoring can exacerbate social gradients in disease. The researchers call for guidelines to be adjusted to take account of deprivation, potentially saving thousands of lives.
OHSU neurologists offer reliable strategies for diagnosing and managing Parkinson's disease. The article highlights the importance of non-pharmacological therapies such as exercise, nutrition, and emotional health in addition to pharmacological care.
Researchers found abatacept to be effective in treating rheumatoid arthritis, improving at least 20% of patients' condition compared to placebo. The drug reduces immune system attack on joints, providing significant pain relief and improving functionality.
A recent study reveals that managed care drug cost-control strategies are failing due to flawed contracts and inadequate information sharing between HMOs and doctors. The survey found widespread dissatisfaction with the current approach, which relies on financial incentives to control prescribing practices. The researchers propose thre...
Dmir-1 is specifically expressed in muscle cells, regulating Twist and Mef2 transcription factors. Muscle integrity and identity are maintained by Dmir-1, ensuring non-muscle gene mRNAs remain inactive.
Researchers at Rice University have discovered a simple geometry where light behaves exactly as electrons do in these systems. This finding has the potential to create nanoscale antennae that convert light into broadband electrical signals, increasing data transmission capabilities by 1 million times.
A recent study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology found that visceral fat buildup is a major consequence of inactivity. The researchers discovered that increasing exercise amounts can significantly reduce visceral fat, while even moderate exercise can prevent accumulation and reverse it in some cases.
Results from two Phase II studies support the efficacy profile of sitagliptin, a novel DPP-IV inhibitor, improving glycaemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes. Treatment with sitagliptin resulted in no significant weight gain and a low risk of hypoglycaemia.
A study of 51 countries found that women outlive men due to higher murder rates among men and patriarchal societies. The wealth gap also contributes to male mortality, with GDP accounting for 13.6% of death rate variation among men.
The U.S. National Science Foundation has deployed small unmanned aircraft, including a fixed-wing plane and a miniature helicopter, to assist in the search and rescue efforts during hurricanes. These vehicles provided valuable information to emergency responders, helping them focus their efforts and avoid hazards.
A study found that fetal alcohol exposure can alter the dopamine system in monkeys, affecting cognition and behavior. The timing of exposure during gestation varies the impact, with early exposure blunting the system and later exposure leading to supersensitive receptors.
Researchers successfully disrupted cocaine memories to battle addiction, utilizing anti-sense DNA treatment that blocked gene activation. This approach may provide a powerful and novel method to diminish the impact of drug cues, thereby reducing relapse rates.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison's Tropical Cyclones group is using its specialized tools to help forecasters track Hurricane Ophelia. The tools provide critical information on the storm's trajectory and intensity, enabling more accurate forecasts and helping to save lives.
Researchers have discovered thousands of years-old plant remains exposed by the Quelccaya ice cap, suggesting that the region may not have been as warm as it is today in over 500 centuries. The findings are significant, as they provide a unique perspective on ancient climate change.
Researchers found that marital problems can lead to elevated blood pressure readings and increased stress levels, affecting both men and women. A study of 105 middle-age civil service workers in the London area found a strong link between poor marital relationships and serious health problems.
Research found that physically abused children showed increased emotional arousal and focus on threat signs during a calm-anger-resolve conversation. They remained alert after the conflict resolved, suggesting anxiety about environmental aspects others may overlook.
A study by Newcastle University found that men who experience a downward social shift are four times more likely to suffer depression, whereas women in the same position show no significant difference. The researchers suggest that this disparity may be due to differences in how men and women derive self-esteem and fulfillment.
A study found that victimized children develop more negative self-perceptions and beliefs about their peers, leading to increased aggressive behavior. School programs can counteract these effects by teaching positive peer interactions and social competence.
Researchers analyzed data from 674 families with same-sex adolescent pairs to explore the connections between environmental factors and individual traits. The study found three key factors: overall adjustment, independence, and parental monitoring, which explained the complexity of family relationships.
The team's creation is the smallest robot that transduces force, is untethered, and engages in its own locomotion. It features two independent microactuators for forward motion and turning, powered by a grid of electrodes.
At-risk children benefit from high-quality instructional and emotional support, regardless of their mother's education level. High-quality classrooms reduce academic and social problems in early school years, supporting teacher quality reforms.
Researchers at MIT created electronic maps of cellphone use in Graz, Austria, tracking tens of thousands of people using anonymous data. The project showcases the dynamics of a city in real time, opening up new possibilities for urban studies and planning.
Astronomers detect unusual quasar with no visible host galaxy, sparking debate about its origin. The object's properties suggest a rare collision between galaxies, potentially illuminating the formation of massive black holes and their role in shaping the universe.
Researchers tracked children from kindergarten to fourth grade, finding that early parent-child relationships and warmth can reduce conduct problems. Effective monitoring practices are laid down in early elementary school years, making interventions during childhood crucial for adolescent outcomes.
Researchers found that college students accurately report their alcohol consumption, contradicting previous laboratory studies suggesting they underreport. This suggests that the drinking problem remains significant, but data collection methods may need to be reevaluated.
New research from Rice University suggests the immune system's mild inefficiency may lead to autoimmune diseases, as its mechanisms for developing antibodies could also attack healthy cells. Ancient neutrinos created in the early universe may provide evidence for or against string theory and quantum loop gravity.
The NMSU Physical Science Laboratory designed and fielded a countermeasure device in under three months to combat IEDs, providing increased survivability for warfighters. The signal-jamming equipment is being used by the US Army, Marines, and Navy Explosive Ordinance Disposal unit.
A new study found that horses with exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage (EIPH) trail the winner by an average of 14 feet after intense exercise. Horses with mild EIPH perform just as well as those without the disorder, but severe cases significantly hinder performance.
A new study reveals that SARS can infect brain tissue, causing severe central nervous system symptoms. The researchers found a high level of Mig, an immune system regulator, in the patient's bloodstream and brain, which may contribute to brain damage.
A study published in Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research found that adolescents and young adults with AUDs have a smaller prefrontal cortex, which is associated with early-onset drinking. This may lead to difficulties in inhibiting urges, delaying gratification, and thinking clearly about the consequences of actions.
Scientists at NIST have successfully synchronized the signals emitted by multiple nanoscale oscillators, amplifying their output power and stabilizing their signal pattern. This breakthrough could lead to smaller, cheaper wireless communications components.
The Columbia battery, introduced in 1896, marked a significant step in transforming batteries from industrial products to consumer goods. Its technology served as the basis for all dry cell batteries for sixty years.
Researchers found that a nanoscale corrugated surface increases YBCO films' current-carrying capacity by over 30%. This suggests that some degree of substrate roughness might improve high-temperature superconductor performance.
Researchers have developed a new dating technique using radioactive carbon-14 in tooth enamel, which can accurately determine a person's age at the time of death within 1.6 years. This method can help forensic scientists identify victims of disasters like Hurricane Katrina and narrow down search efforts.
A University of Cincinnati team is interviewing Inupiaq elders to better understand and predict future environmental changes, combining western science with traditional knowledge. The research focuses on climate and environment on Alaska's North Slope, with unique findings on the impacts of global warming.
A study found suicide incidence in English and Welsh prisons from 1978–2003 was five times greater than the general male population of similar ages. Young offenders aged 15–17 years had an even higher risk, with a rate around 18 times that of the general population.
A prospective cohort study of 503 men and women found that downward mobility increases depression risk in men by three and a half times, while women's risk is more closely tied to birth social class.
Researchers investigated tumour necrosis factor alpha, finding higher levels in severe asthmatics with chronic disease resistant to steroid treatment. A treatment using a TNF-alpha blocking drug improved symptoms and lung function in patients with severe asthma.
Researchers have identified a protein in the smallpox virus that elicits a strong human antibody response, providing potential protection against the lethal virus. The discovery could lead to the development of an effective treatment for smallpox, offering immediate protection to individuals at risk.
Researchers successfully transplanted whole ovary from frozen-thawed sheep into the same animal or another, showing long-term ovarian function. The technique could become a treatment for women facing premature ovarian failure and potentially revolutionize organ transplantation.
A team of researchers at Ames Laboratory is using $1.02 million in DOE funding to study the chemical processes within plant cells. By understanding metabolism, they aim to control the production of sugars, fibers, and waxes. The project involves developing new analytical instruments capable of identifying molecules in small quantities.
Astronomers observed quasars with the VLT and HST to detect host galaxies, but found that one quasar, HE0450-2958, has no massive galaxy. Instead, they detected a bright cloud of gas ionized by the quasar's radiation, which may be feeding the black hole.
Researchers have developed RNA nanoparticles that can carry multiple therapeutic agents into specific cancer cells, where they can halt viral growth or cancer progression. The tiny particles are assembled from three short pieces of ribonucleic acid and possess the right size and structure to gain entry into cells.
A study found that suicidal patients treated in inpatient settings had better substance-related outcomes than those treated in outpatient settings, but not better psychiatric symptoms. This suggests that inpatient treatment is beneficial for certain populations with SUDs.
The new J. David Grimes Research Chair at the University of Ottawa will explore brain cell function to advance understanding and treatment of neurological disorders such as Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, schizophrenia, and depression. The chair is named after Dr. J. David Grimes, founder of the Loeb Research Institute, who made signifi...