New research reveals kids consider multiple factors when deciding who to include in their groups, including social skills, group dynamics, bias, and inclusion/exclusion. Understanding these processes can help address exclusion and promote social justice.
A large study found that living in greener neighborhoods or close to grocery stores is associated with reduced risk of childhood overweight. Increased green space was closely tied to decreased risk for children in higher population density areas.
Network Foundation Technologies receives grant to develop low-cost online broadcasting technology, creating high-tech jobs and economic development in the community. The company's innovative technology has the potential to bring large-scale, low-cost television-style broadcasting to large audiences via the Internet.
Research at the University of Chicago found that sharing new information with people who know you well can slow down communication. This happens because they often use short, ambiguous messages, assuming the other person already knows the information.
Researchers led by paleobiologist Jere H. Lipps argue that Europa's icy surface may harbor life due to the presence of water ice, briny oceans, and tidal friction generating heat. This could lead to a variety of habitats supporting life forms, from microorganisms to macroscopic organisms.
The study found that the inhabitants of Christopher Columbus' settlement in La Isabela, Dominican Republic, desperately tried to extract silver from lead ore brought from Spain. They discovered an improvised smelting process to separate the precious metal, but their methods were not efficient.
Research suggests that scriptural violence sanctioned by God can increase aggression in believers. A study found that participants who read a parable with violent content were more aggressive, regardless of their religious affiliation. The results imply that exposure to violent scriptures may contribute to the origins of violent religi...
A new satellite method has overcome an obstacle to measuring atmospheric water vapor, providing valuable insights for studying climate and weather. Meanwhile, researchers suggest that irrigation may be causing regional cooling that masks the effects of greenhouse gas warming in certain regions.
Researchers Uzi Landman and Wei Kang show that Navier-Stokes equations can accurately describe liquid bridge behavior in realistic environments. Their study reveals the importance of molecular evaporation and condensation processes in shaping the nanobridge's shape.
A study of 10 Northeastern urban forests found no common urban park plant complex, but shows that population levels impact native and nonnative species diversity. The research suggests that urban park managers should consider the ratio of native to nonnative species when implementing vegetation restoration projects.
A Mayo Clinic study has identified a genetic mutation associated with an inherited predisposition to atrial fibrillation, a type of irregular heartbeat. The discovery may lead to improved identification and treatment of younger patients affected by this condition.