A new study found that nearly one in five young adults in the US experience daily anxiety, with higher rates among women and LGB individuals. The study also revealed disparities in anxiety diagnoses and medication use across different racial and ethnic groups, highlighting the need for targeted support and resources.
Researchers Cing-Dao Kan and Dhafer Marzougui are conducting crash tests to evaluate the performance of safety hardware devices in national parks. The project, funded by the Federal Highway Administration, aims to determine if the railings meet safety performance criteria and improve safety in these areas.
A study by George Mason University researcher Kyeung Mi Oh found that caregivers' sleep, physical functioning, and emotional well-being are key factors associated with caregiving burden and psychological distress. The research highlights the importance of recognizing caregivers' health needs and providing tailored support to mitigate t...
A new study found that school meal participation and strong English skills are linked to lower levels of certain PFAS in Hispanic children. Eating more animal-based foods and living in the US longer are associated with higher PFAS levels, highlighting the need for community-informed interventions to mitigate exposure.
Researchers are examining factors contributing to chronic absenteeism in Stafford County students, with a focus on identifying root causes. The study aims to improve attendance rates and ultimately student outcomes.
A peer-reviewed study found that a simulation game based on game theory helps students understand complex health economics concepts and insurance market dynamics. The game approach improved student engagement and learning in health economics courses.
A scoping review by George Mason University examines how advances in simulation and artificial intelligence are changing case-based learning in healthcare education. The review highlights the use of realistic simulations, lifelike mannequins, and chatbots to test students' judgment in high-pressure scenarios. The study's findings sugge...
A study co-led by George Mason University expert Amira Roess examines the connections between human-animal interactions, conflict, and displacement in eastern Ethiopia. The research highlights the importance of a
Brenda Betancourt is evaluating record linkage uncertainty's impact on analysis reliability and evidentiary confidence in real-world data. She received $286,130 from the FDA to study regulatory frameworks for assessing record linkage uncertainty in real-world evidence.
George Mason University's Daniel Rothbart and Karina Korostelina are studying justice in Sudan amidst the civil war. The researchers have secured $96,600 in funding from the UNDP to explore ways to promote justice for the country.
Researchers Daniel Tong and Siqi Ma investigated long-term trends in windblown dust activity in Texas and three upwind states. They analyzed environmental drivers of dust trends and improved a dust emission model, quantifying contributions from in-state and out-of-state dust sources to PM2.5 and PM10.
Cing-Dao Kan, Director of the Center for Collision Safety and Analysis, is leading a project to develop anti-ram barriers to protect against vehicular bomb threats. The funding, provided by the Federal Highway Administration, will be used for barrier development and testing from July 2026 to July 2028.
Researchers Arafin and Khasawneh are designing microarchitectural attacks that exploit power oversubscription to destabilize multi-tenant GPU servers. They are also developing defense mechanisms using hardware-software monitoring and load-balancing services.
Weiw Wen Jiang is building a reusable and scalable training program that combines rigorous instruction, hands-on practice, and health care-relevant applications, positioning participants to contribute to the national quantum workforce.
Brodsky is exploring the translation potential of Microgrid Optima, a platform to optimize energy storage operations and minimize peak power demand. The project aims to address the rising energy demand by 2030, partly due to growing AI computational requirements.
Emma Zhang's research develops biological approaches to improve recycled concrete aggregates and convert fine particles into useful construction materials. The project aims to conserve domestic resources, reduce solid waste, and support more durable infrastructure materials.
George Mason University's Professor Joan Kang Shin has received a $100,000 grant from Family Health International to deliver the TEYL course to 125 teachers worldwide. The funding will support the development of an online professional development course focused on teaching children.
A new study by George Mason University found that college students who spend more time on social media tend to sleep worse and perceive their own health poorer. The study, which analyzed data from 349 first-year students, suggests that sleep quality may be a pathway connecting social media use with self-rated health.
A five-year study funded by the NIH aims to investigate the relationship between physical activity and binge eating in children, with the goal of preventing eating disorders. The research will track 200 children aged 10-12 using wearable technology and real-time assessments to better understand how eating disorders develop.
Marcos Zampieri is developing a framework to teach students about AI-assisted software development. The project aims to improve student learning outcomes and promote responsible AI use in introductory computer science education.
Edward Oughton's project aims to develop an AI-enabled framework for predicting space weather risks and their socio-economic consequences. The project will generate calibrated forecasts and propagate uncertainties to assess the impact of space weather on satellite operations and society.
A new model, Circles of Care, will be tested to strengthen dementia care in the US by bringing together family members and social network members to develop a shared care plan. The project aims to enhance confidence, empowerment, and social connectedness while reducing caregiver burden and isolation.
Lindsay Smith, a Research Associate at George Mason University, has received $4,936 to develop and support the SUSTAIN eLearning platform. The funding, awarded by Solano County, California, will support technical assistance and online onboarding training for new staff.
George Mason University has selected three companies for its 2026 Global Scale-Up Campus 'Incheon Univ. X' initiative. Massimiliano Albanese will provide advisory services for the program, supporting U.S. activities. Funding for Albanese's services was provided by Mason Korea IUCF and will last from August 2026 to November 2026.
The Military and Veteran Community Rehearsed Reading (MVCRR) program at George Mason University supports military-connected community members through collaborative storytelling and rehearsed readings. The six-week series fosters well-being, communication skills, and camaraderie, culminating in public performances.
A Virginia study led by George Mason University professor Alison Cuellar found that both forms of Medicaid paid substantially less than Medicare Advantage, employer-sponsored, and marketplace plans for routine preventive visits. Medicaid managed care plans paid 25% less than Medicare plans and more than 40% less than marketplace plans.
Parth Pathak from George Mason University aims to create an AI-assisted cross-layer timing anomaly detection framework to secure data center timing infrastructure. The project received $100,000 in funding from the Virginia Innovation Partnership Authority.
CEC researchers are working on a project to enable debugging for AI workloads on GPUs and accelerators. They aim to advance AI development by expanding user communities, enabling distributed development, and accelerating analysis tools.
Researchers Jianli Pan and Md Arafin are modernizing IoT/Edge cybersecurity research and curricula with a $500,000 NSF grant. They aim to prepare the US workforce to design and secure IoT and edge networks and devices.
Liu and Xu are studying conformality-guided learning, a framework that uses conformal prediction signals during model training. They will develop theory and algorithms for three thrusts, including methods for subgroup and time-localized reliability.
Researchers at George Mason University are conducting a project to develop defense-in-depth cyber-physical security for AI data centers. The project, funded by the Virginia Innovation Partnership Authority, aims to enhance the security of AI data centers and protect against cyber-physical threats.
Researchers create synthetic materials that selectively recognize and bind to biological substances, improving detection and removal of harmful pathogens. The materials combine recognition and absorption capabilities to enhance performance in complex fluids, supporting advances in water purification, disease monitoring, and food safety.
Researchers analyzed 16 enacted laws across 10 states to understand the patchwork of state social media laws, finding that limiting access had the least supporting evidence, while media literacy training showed promise
A new study by George Mason University found that male intimate partner violence survivors often view the issue as a private matter, fear retaliation, feel ashamed, or worry they won't be believed. This study sheds light on help-seeking barriers across racial and ethnic groups, highlighting gaps in support for male survivors.
A new study has found that women with endometriosis are at a 46% higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The study analyzed nearly 3 million women over 25 years and suggests that chronic inflammation associated with endometriosis may play a role in metabolic health.
Keren Zhou and Binqian Yin are working on a project to address fundamental computational challenges in ragged tensor operators for AI computation. They aim to develop innovative auto-tuning modules and compiler tools to optimize deep learning workloads on graphics processing units.
Massimiliano Albanese and Songqing Chen will host a two-day conference to strengthen secure and viable open-source ecosystems amidst the rise of artificial intelligence. The event aims to identify shared priorities and practical opportunities for improving long-term stewardship.
Ziyu Yao, Assistant Professor at George Mason University, has received a $674,100 NSF CAREER Award to advance AI interpretability research in code generation. She aims to develop a framework for mechanistic interpretation of language models and explore methods to improve code generation through interpretation-informed approaches.
Bo Han, an Associate Professor at George Mason University, has received a $15,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) travel grant to support student attendance at the 2026 ACM International Conference on Mobile Computing and Networking (ACM MobiCom). The conference will take place in Austin, Texas, from October 26-30, 2026.
School nurse specialist Erin Maughan and the American Academy of Nursing propose a nurse-led framework for preventing childhood illnesses by focusing on strengths-based care, collaboration, and community involvement. The framework recommends expanding Medicaid coverage, increasing funding for home-visiting programs, and ensuring access...
George Mason University Assistant Professor Xuan Wang will receive funding for his project on knowledge transfer in robot learning. He aims to develop efficient approaches that enable robots to reuse prior knowledge, supporting safer and more affordable robotic technologies in various industries.
Dr. Griffin is evaluating a hybrid substance use prevention intervention using classroom materials and e-learning modules to supplement Life Skills Training Elementary School prevention program.
Researcher T. Reid Nelson is conducting a study on striped bass to better understand the environmental factors influencing mortality following catch-and-release. His findings aim to provide a more accurate estimate of catch-and-release mortality, essential for effective fisheries management.
Nora McDonald received a $748,258 NSF CAREER award to investigate how AI-driven personalized technologies shape young people's decision-making and sense of self. Her project aims to develop practical tools and educational resources to help adolescents and adults respond to algorithmic influence.
Raedeh Basiri is studying the impact of E-Z Mg· on sleep, mood, fatigue, blood pressure, and glycemic control in adults at risk of type 2 diabetes. Her research aims to clarify magnesium's role in supporting metabolic health.
Researchers at George Mason University are developing a defense mechanism against unauthorized passive sensing attacks in ISAC systems. They will analyze the effectiveness of resource grid obfuscation and implement it on software-defined radio testbeds.
Caroline Sutter and Michael Beasley will provide implementation support for the VISR program's community agency training, helping organizations strengthen suicide prevention efforts through evidence-based training and referral processes. Funding for this effort began in June 2026 and continues through late June 2027.
Assistant Professor Yikuan Li at George Mason University has received a 2026 ORAU Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award, worth $5,000. The award aims to support the development and validation of an LLM-based refinement tool for MetaMap outputs.
Meghan Garrity, Assistant Professor of International Security & Law at George Mason University, is serving as a Genocide and Atrocity Prevention Research Fellow. The fellowship aims to support research on mass atrocities and prevention through two written products: a full-length paper manuscript and a policy memo.
A recent study found that maternal obesity and excessive pregnancy weight gain significantly increased the risk of childhood obesity by age 3. Researchers tracked nearly 3,000 mother-child pairs and discovered that excess pregnancy weight gain was common, affecting about four in 10 mothers.