Researchers found that geckos don't always have enough adhesive ability to save themselves, especially when encountering unexpected falls. The study's results could lead to a better understanding of how geckos stick to surfaces and potentially inspire new technologies.
A Cornell University study quantified the effect of Madoff's Ponzi scheme, finding investors withdrew $363 billion from financial advisers, stashing it in safe assets. The loss of trust led to significant changes in investment behavior, with investment firms shutting down due to heavy withdrawals.
A new DNA tracking tool allows scientists to catalog invasive and native species in water bodies using environmental DNA. The tool, which uses polymerase chain reaction technology, can collect fish habitat data without capturing fish.
Researchers at Cornell University and Harvard Medical School have observed the bacterial defense mechanism against invaders, revealing how CRISPR sites store molecular memories of invaders. The study provides structural data to improve CRISPR operations' efficiency and accuracy.
Researchers found trace element barium present in azurite blues, identifying a unique fingerprint that can help link scattered pages. This discovery may aid in provenance research and provide insights into trade routes and historic mining sites.
Researchers at Cornell University discovered a new way to measure tiny amounts of antibodies in foals, helping to understand how quickly they start producing their own. This will aid in optimizing vaccination schedules for young horses.
Researchers at Cornell University have developed a novel electrode material that uses bacteria to clean pollutants from wastewater. The bacteria grow on the surface of the nanofibers, producing electricity and breaking down contaminants, making it a promising technology for improving wastewater treatment.
By 2100, climate change could lead to the displacement of 2 billion people worldwide due to rising ocean levels. The study's author, Charles Geisler, warns that coastal climate refugees will face significant barriers to entry when migrating to higher ground.
A Cornell University study reveals that labels matter in accepting climate science, with climate change being viewed as more real than global warming. Despite this, 65% of Republicans acknowledge global warming's existence.
E. coli bacteria defend themselves against toxins by forming dynamic tunnels through their cell wall, allowing them to expel intruders. This mechanism may also contribute to antibiotic resistance, prompting researchers to explore new strategies for combating resistant bacteria.
A Cornell University study reveals genetic adaptations to plant-heavy diets led to increased frequency of FADS1 gene variants, crucial for omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid production. This discovery has implications for personalized dietary recommendations based on individual genetic backgrounds.
Astronomers from Cornell University and NASA have found evidence that Enceladus' axis has reoriented by about 55 degrees, suggesting an asteroid impact may have triggered the change. The moon's south pole is geologically young and active, while the north pole appears older and covered in craters.
Researchers at Cornell University have observed a previously unknown characteristic of water surrounding DNA, revealing a chiral water superstructure that follows the iconic helical structure of DNA. This discovery has significant implications for understanding reactivity and biology in biological systems.
A new study published in Health Communication suggests that mentioning 'repeal' or 'repeal and replace' in survey questions boosts support for the Affordable Care Act. The research analyzed hundreds of national opinion polls and found that people tend to oppose repeal, leading to increased support for the existing law.
A Cornell University study found that white women are penalized for being overweight, while white men face penalties for both underweight and overweight status. In contrast, African Americans have become more accepting of larger bodies.
The discovery of ancient buckthorn fossils in Argentina sheds light on plant recovery after the asteroid extinction event. The fossils date back to the early Paleocene epoch and provide evidence for a Gondwanan origin of the Rhamnaceae family.
A new study by Cornell University researchers estimates the densities of black bears in southern New York, finding an average density of about 13 bears per 38.6 square miles. The findings provide clues for how bears might continue to use landscapes farther north as their ranges expand.
A new Cornell University study has resolved the debate on brain evolution by determining that overall brain size accounts for most differences among vertebrate species. The research found that once a species evolves a larger brain, specialized neural networks develop in brain regions controlling specific behaviors.
A new study identifies erythritol as a biomarker for increasing fat mass in young adults during the transition to college life. Researchers found that students who gained weight had fifteenfold higher blood erythritol levels compared to those who were stable or lost weight.
Researchers developed a neural network-based method to stylize photos without losing original image details. The technique uses deep machine learning to preserve boundaries and edges while transferring styles.
Cornell researchers find that state databases tracking opioid prescriptions lead to a decline in abuse among Medicare recipients. Doctor shopping and excessive prescription refills also decrease in states with stricter laws.
Researchers at Cornell University have developed a new stabilizing molecule that could improve the efficiency of lithium-air fuel cells, addressing issues such as poor rechargeability and high overpotentials. The molecule protects electrodes from degradation and promotes ion transport, paving the way for more sustainable energy solutions.
A study by Cornell University found that pesticides pose a significant risk to honeybees, with over 60% of found pesticides attributed to non-sprayed orchards and surrounding farmland. The research analyzed the bees' food stores and revealed high levels of pesticide exposure in 17% of colonies.
A recent study by Cornell University's Adam Anderson found that the eyes are crucial for emotional communication, with specific features like eye openness and eyebrow distance revealing mental states.
A Cornell research group led by Eun-Ah Kim proposes a strategy to create a topological superconductor using transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs). If successful, this could pave the way for building a powerful quantum computer with approximately six times more qubits than current models.
The new technology could enable teams of robots to conduct surveillance as a single entity with many eyes, detecting suspicious actors and activities. Researchers plan early tests on the Cornell campus, using research robots to surveil crowded areas while drawing on existing webcams.
The Cerro Chajnantor Atacama Telescope-prime (CCAT-p) will map the sky at submillimeter and millimeter wavelengths, giving unprecedented insights into star and galaxy formation. The telescope's high-altitude location and innovative design enable faster measurements of polarized signals, revealing clues about the universe's early moments.
Researchers at Cornell University discovered that strawberries produce higher yields when blooming directly after an apple bloom. This method allows growers to manipulate the timing of crop blooms without relying on natural habitats, providing a more sustainable solution for boosting crop yields.
Researchers found that timing strawberry blooms directly after neighboring apple blossoms results in higher yields due to increased pollinator activity. This strategy allows growers to capitalize on the services of pollinators without relying on external inputs like fertilizers and pesticides.
Cornell University scientists discovered a high-definition system allowing electrons to travel through soil more efficiently than previously thought. Biochar amendments facilitate this process, promoting conductive networks and growth.
A Cornell professor explains how to use the 35-year-old evolutionary Tree of Life (TOL) classification system to make sense of biodiversity. The TOL approach reveals the diversity of life by matching and mapping relationships on a branching diagram, showing inferred evolutionary connections between taxa.
Researchers develop subtransmitter concept to separate send and receive bands digitally, eliminating need for filters, and enabling simultaneous summation and cancellation of radio frequency signals across wide range of frequencies.
A recent study found that over 60% of people support legalization due to increased tax revenues, job creation, and reduced prison crowding. In contrast, anti-legalization arguments emphasizing public health concerns received less support.
A Cornell research group has reported progress in creating a smaller, more earth-friendly alternative to mercury-based deep-UV lamps. Using atomically controlled thin monolayers of GaN and AlN, they produced deep-UV emission with a light-emitting diode (LED) between 232 and 270 nanometer wavelengths.
A new study suggests that volcanic hydrogen can warm planets, making them more likely to harbor life. With this discovery, distant stars could expand their habitable zones by 30-60%, adding many previously icy worlds to the list of potential candidates for hosting life.
Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine is partnering with New York schools to monitor invasive aquatic species in state waters. The program utilizes genetic tests and citizen scientist teams to detect early signs of invasion, educating students about the importance of environmental management and bio-informatics.
A new multiblock polymer has been developed that can combine polyethylene and polypropylene, two materials that have different chemical structures and cannot be repurposed together. When added in small measure to a mix of the two materials, the resulting material shows superior mechanical properties.
A new study has identified over 1,000 genes in maize that enable crops to adapt to different latitudes and elevations. The researchers also found a strong link between flowering time and other traits, which could help speed up breeding efforts for maize under global climate change.
New research reveals that seagrass meadows can combat bacteria in water, reducing disease associated with marine organisms. The study found lower levels of disease on reefs with adjacent seagrass beds than those without nearby grasses.
A new study led by Cornell University researchers found that exposure to Pope Francis' image heightened moral beliefs about climate change in wide segments of the public, particularly Republicans. For Republicans who saw the pontiff's photo prior to answering questions, 39% agreed that climate change is a moral issue, up from just 30%.
Researchers at Cornell University developed an artificial Ms. Pac-Man player that achieved a laboratory score of 43,720, surpassing the existing high score for computerized play. The player uses a decision-tree approach and demonstrates accuracy in predicting ghost movements with 94.6-percent accuracy.
Researchers at Cornell University developed a new technique using high-resolution mass spectrometry to detect 112 micropollutants in New York state waterways. The approach identified eight common chemicals in every sample and dozens more in most samples, revealing widespread contamination.
The Cornell University-led Northeast Regional Center for Excellence in Vector Borne Diseases aims to educate a cadre of vector biologists and public health practitioners through new courses and a master's program. The center will conduct applied research to prevent, control, monitor, track and respond to vector-borne disease outbreaks.
Researchers at Cornell University have created a modular immune organoid that can replicate the anatomical structures found within lymph nodes. The 3-D organoid enables quicker and more plentiful replication of B cells, which are antibody-producing lymphocytes.
Cornell University researchers have identified a distant cosmic source of 'fast radio bursts' emitting massive energy pulses from across the universe, exceeding 3 billion light-years away.
A study by Cornell University researcher Gary Evans found that children from poor backgrounds are more likely to develop antisocial behavior, helplessness, and chronic physiological stress as adults. Early intervention and increasing poor families' incomes can help mitigate these issues.
A team of researchers at Cornell University has created a soft robotic hand that can sense its surroundings through internal curvature, elongation, and force sensors. The hand uses stretchable optical waveguides to detect changes in light transmission, allowing it to grasp and probe objects with human-like sensitivity.
Research from NASA's Cassini mission data implies Saturn's moons may have formed from the planet's rings rather than being captured by it, with some moons migrating away at an unexpected rate
Researchers have discovered a permanent coastal home for endangered leatherback sea turtles in the Mozambique Channel, revolutionizing conservation efforts. The turtles, known for their open-ocean migratory nature, are now found clustering together year-round in this area.
Researchers at Cornell University discovered a biological mechanism that converts nitrogen-based fertilizer into nitrous oxide, increasing atmospheric levels by 120%. The enzyme cytochrome P460 produced in ammonia-oxidizing bacteria leads to nitrous oxide production as a chemical coping strategy.