Wade Cooper, a University of Miami student, has been awarded a $80,000 scholarship to advance his research on the early life stage dynamics of stony corals in natural environments. His work aims to aid in coral's survival in the face of climate change and ocean acidification.
A national center for the Materials World Modules (MWM) program has been created at Northwestern University to expand educational efforts introducing materials science topics to students in grades 7-12. The program aims to spark interest in STEM fields by providing hands-on learning tools and real-world applications.
A recent discovery sheds light on fungi's evolution from water to land, revealing diverse mechanisms of spore dispersal and new tools for medicine and industry. The research provides a deeper understanding of these organisms' roles in nature and their potential applications.
A study of over 500 eight-year-old children aims to determine the most important factors present in childhood that lead to changes in blood vessel structure and function, including birth weight and rapid weight gain.
The Lupus Research Institute has awarded $4.5 million in grants to 15 scientists to pursue novel lupus research, with a focus on genes, bacteria, and neuropsychiatric lupus. The funding will support both basic and applied studies that aim to advance new treatments for the disease.
A team of researchers, led by Dr Clair Sullivan, aims to understand the link between obesity and cardiovascular disease. They believe that hormones produced from fat may be contributing to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
A Scripps Research study has identified a key regulator of lipid signaling networks that contributes to cancer. The findings suggest that the enzyme KIAA1363 may be a critical factor in tumorigenesis and could serve as a potential diagnostic marker for ovarian cancer.
Researchers discovered that phosphorylation of MeCP2 at S421 increases transcription of genes required for experience-dependent brain maturation, including BDNF. This study reveals a complex regulatory loop between BDNF and neuronal activity in regulating MeCP2 function.
The new biochip enables researchers to obtain 60 times more data in one reading than current technology, accelerating scientific research and drug development for muscle and nerve disorders. It also allows for the screening and identification of different crop lines, reducing time and cost.
Dr. Mara Diaz, a University of Miami Rosenstiel School researcher, is working on a project to develop a rapid detection tool for harmful algal blooms. The goal is to enable early warning systems and improve public health and regional economies affected by these toxic blooms.
Researchers have found a unique habitat on Crosby Beach where Elminius modestus barnacles thrive, offering insights into factors influencing colonisation. The hard surface of the statues provides an ideal environment for settlement and growth.
Researchers at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health found that individuals living in high Black concentrated neighborhoods were twice as likely to report poor health compared to those in low concentration areas. This association persisted even after adjusting for socioeconomic factors.
A new study by Wake Forest University psychologist Lisa Kiang suggests that positive feelings toward one's ethnic group can provide an extra boost of positivity in individuals' daily lives. Adolescents with higher ethnic regard rated their daily happiness levels higher than those with lower ethnic regard.
Research led by USC earth scientist David Bottjer suggests the Earth's environmental stressors led to mass extinction, contradicting meteorite strike theory. The study proposes a warming Earth and reduced ocean circulation as key factors in creating an environment where toxic hydrogen sulfide dominated, leading to species disappearances.
Researchers discovered that magnetotaxis, a phenomenon where bacteria align like tiny swimming compass needles, helps them detect lower oxygen concentrations more efficiently. This subtle advantage allows the bacteria to thrive in environments with limited oxygen, making their magnetic properties beneficial in nature.
A Princeton-led research group found an isolated community of bacteria nearly two miles underground that derives all its energy from the decay of radioactive rocks. The bacteria's ability to thrive in extreme conditions suggests life might exist on other worlds, including Mars.
Researchers at Northwestern University developed a virtual newscast system that collects, edits, and organizes existing news stories based on user interests. The system utilizes Web resources to retrieve video, images, and blogs related to the story content, creating a personalized, automated news report.
Zaditor offers up to 12 hours of continuous itch relief with one drop, a significant improvement over most OTC products that only provide 3-4 hours of short-term relief. The medication is safe for use in children as young as three and does not contain decongestants that can cause rebound redness.
A Queensland University of Technology nationwide study found that women on lower incomes experience increased feelings of vulnerability as they grow older. They need information and want opportunities to learn about protecting themselves against violence, which affects their quality of life and social connectedness.
A large Italian case-control study found a significant association between high bread consumption and an increased risk of renal cell carcinoma. The study also discovered that consuming more vegetables may lower the risk, while eating pasta and rice may raise it.