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Science News for August 18, 2012


Study examines the relationship between marriage and alcohol

Married men tend to consume fewer drinks than single, divorced, or widowed men due to their wives' lower levels of drinking. In contrast, long-term married women often consume more drinks than recently divorced or widowed women, who may experience increased drinking after a divorce.

SourceAmerican Sociological Association·DateAug 18, 2012

Stanford Engineers win NASA Early Career awards

Senesky and Pavone, Stanford assistant professors, receive $200,000/year grants for research on extreme environments and spacecraft motion planning. The awards support development of materials and electronics for future NASA space programs.

SourceStanford University School of Engineering·DateAug 18, 2012

Molecular code cracked

Researchers cracked the molecular code for pentatricopeptide repeat (PPR) proteins, which recognize and bind specific RNA molecules. This discovery enables the potential for new treatments of genetic diseases and precise control over gene expression.

SourceUniversity of Western Australia·JournalPLOS Genetics·DateAug 18, 2012
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National education policy -- oh, how it's changed

The author analyzed congressional hearings from 1965 and 2001 to show how policymakers' views on parental involvement have shifted. In the past, parents were seen as part of the problem, while schools were expected to solve issues through extra funding.

SourceIndiana University·DateAug 18, 2012

Sociologist examines the challenges of women in professional football

Research by Jennifer Carter reveals women's lack of access to proper fitting gear, inadequate coaching guidance, and limited knowledge of core training. This affects their ability to manage pain, injuries, and conditioning, highlighting the need for more equitable opportunities in the sport.

SourceAmerican Sociological Association·DateAug 18, 2012