Researchers at Berkeley Lab discovered a lead-free alternative to piezoelectric materials, bismuth ferrite, which enhances the piezoelectric effect under epitaxial strain. The study demonstrates reversible phase changes in thin films of bismuth ferrite, opening up new possibilities for devices and applications.
Researchers at UC Berkeley discover that the cytoskeleton plays a critical role in pairing and recombining chromosomes during meiosis. By forming bridges between chromosomes and patches on the nuclear membrane, the cytoskeleton helps ensure homologous chromosome pairing, a crucial step in sex cells' development.
The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Health recommends postponing Hajj participation for high-risk groups, including elderly and pregnant individuals. The plan aims to minimize disease transmission and ensure optimal provision of health services.
Research found that couples who use thoughtfulness and reasoning during conflicts show lower stress-related protein levels, suggesting a potential health benefit. The study measured cytokine levels before and after marital discussion tasks and found a correlation between cognitive word use and reduced inflammation.
A recent study found that a client-directed therapy technique can increase relationship satisfaction by 46.2% and reduce divorce/separation rates. The technique involves using four simple questions to generate feedback, giving clients a sense of ownership in their healing process.
Researchers at UCLA discovered that simply looking at photos of a partner can reduce pain, suggesting a strong emotional link. The study also found holding hands with a loved one can further decrease physical discomfort.
A new national study found that over half of US cheerleading injuries are caused by stunts, with nearly all concussions occurring during stunt performance. The majority of injuries also occurred during practice.
A new study found that children develop an awareness of racial stereotypes early on, leading to damaging biases in social interactions and academic performance. Awareness of these biases can negatively impact standardized test results, particularly for African American and Latino youths.
A new study found that young people generally favor one type of parental control over another but become indifferent when parents are overly controlling. The researchers argue that adolescents may respond poorly to highly restrictive behavioral control, similar to psychological control.
A cross-cultural study found that children from communities with more modern resources performed better in certain areas of cognitive functioning. The researchers argue that these differences reflect the cognitive skills valued and promoted in each community rather than a direct correlation to intelligence.
Satellite imagery and weather data indicate that Ida's coastal low pressure area has moved away from the US east coast, with its western edge passing over the easternmost part of the country. The system is expected to continue moving southeastward, leaving behind significant flooding in eastern Virginia and northeast North Carolina.
Dr. Bergman's work developed a glucose 'disposition index' that quantifies the nature of interactions between insulin sensitivity and pancreatic secretion, predictive of type 2 diabetes development. The awards ceremony recognizes his contributions to understanding carbohydrate metabolism and identifying risk factors for type 2 diabetes.
A new study published in Psychological Science suggests that the brain's ability to understand shapes is innate and develops without exposure to modern geometric objects. African tribal people and Western college students both showed greater sensitivity to non-accidental properties of objects, indicating a universal sense of geometry.
NASA's Aqua satellite captured Cyclone Phyan's landfall in India and its remnants are now raining on Tibet. The cyclone broke a 43-year record for the first tropical cyclone to appear in November in the region.
The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB) report suggests that policy makers can see higher rates of return and stronger economic growth by incorporating ecosystem services into investment strategies. By restoring and managing ecosystems, countries can generate significant income and jobs.
Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine discovered a link between fat accumulation around the heart and aorta, as well as within the liver, and decreased cardiac pumping function. Measuring body mass index (BMI) does not accurately predict the amount of unwanted fat in these areas.
Researchers identified coping strategies for children to manage their fears, with preschoolers benefiting from positive thinking and older children focusing on reality. The study's findings can help parents better support their children in dealing with fears, particularly those of imaginary creatures.
Research suggests that young people's feelings of ethnic pride rise during the 7th-8th grade years, improving their mental health regardless of self-esteem levels. A sense of pride in one's ethnic group serves as a buffer against certain mental health problems, especially for boys.
A study found that nonprofits can be seen as endorsing corporations through CSR initiatives, potentially harming their brand. Nonprofits may use licensing agreements or cause-related marketing to partner with companies.
Scientists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health have identified a critical link between two signaling pathways that contribute to the development of colorectal tumors. The study reveals how CRD-BP binds to and increases GLI1 messenger RNA, leading to cancer-promoting gene activation.
A new study explores why preschoolers ask so many 'why' questions, concluding that they're motivated by a desire for explanation. Children are more satisfied when receiving explanatory answers, which leads to further conversation and engagement.
A marine sponge species recycles carbon from dissolved organic material, sustaining the diverse ecosystems of coral reefs. This process involves rapid cell turnover and shedding, allowing other reef residents to consume the recycled cells, thereby supporting the reef's complex food web.
Researchers found that antibiotic drugs can alter bacterial cell gene expression levels, leading to increased survival. The study suggests that antagonistic drug pairings can slow down the evolution of antibiotic resistance by restoring cellular equilibrium.
The Goddard team designed and built five ExPRESS Logistics Carriers (ELCs) to deploy experiments in space without a separate satellite. The ELCs will also serve as parking fixtures for ISS hardware, streamlining future missions.
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have identified a paradoxical protein that stimulates stem cell division but prevents cancer growth. The study suggests a potential new treatment using the drug imatinib to prevent colon cancer in high-risk patients.
Brandy Frazier's study found that preschoolers are more satisfied when they receive an explanatory answer to their questions. The research suggests that by age 2, children contribute actively to learning about the world around them.
A new study from the University of Minnesota shows that patients with acute leukemia who receive two units of umbilical cord blood have a significantly lower likelihood of leukemia recurrence compared to those receiving one unit. The finding has the potential to change current medical practice and give hope to more leukemia patients.