Researchers at George Mason University will provide access to and training on the Risk-Need-Responsivity (RNR) Simulation Tool for approximately 10 users through a $9,019 grant from Wood County Mental Health Services. The funding supports the RNR project until December 2021.
Researchers at George Mason University are conducting a NASA-funded project to model telluric absorption features using iSHELL stellar spectra and line-spread functions. The goal is to improve EPRV measurements with high precision, enabling the detection of exoplanet atmospheres.
Researchers aim to establish a quantitative cut point assay level for HER2+ breast cancer using pCR. They will also validate the test on a retrospective cohort of patients receiving standard-of-care treatment at the Rutgers Cancer Center.
Michael Gilmore, Associate Professor at George Mason University, has received $40,334 in funding for a postdoctoral fellowship program. As part of the arrangement, Dr. Brian Griffiths will dedicate 25% of his time to teaching and active research in ecology, conservation, and sustainability.
Researchers at George Mason University are developing Python tools to facilitate the exploration of heliophysics data in 3D. The project aims to create a suite of functions that can read in measurements and simulation output, produce 3D renderings, and perform basic data reduction and manipulation.
The US Air Force Academy has implemented a prevention program, Cadet Healthy Personal Skills (CHiPS), which has shown to be effective in reducing unwanted sexual contact among cadets. The program was rigorously tested and found to result in over a 40% reduction in unwanted sexual contact.
The grant aims to optimize security and energy efficiency for small IoT devices, leveraging cryptography, machine learning, and zero-trust principles.
A new study by George Mason University finds that 14% of college women experience period poverty, leading to increased vulnerability to depression. The research emphasizes the importance of addressing period poverty as part of efforts to promote well-being among college students.
Researchers will analyze federal clean energy policy and sectoral systems to enhance their impact. The study aims to provide new technologies, institutions, and business models to avert climate change's worst consequences.
Mason researchers will generate census tract-level data for criteria air pollutants using fusions of observational and computer model predictions. The US Environmental Protection Agency sets national standards based on the latest scientific understanding of these substances' impact on health and welfare.
A recent study published in Disability and Health Journal found that adults with cognitive disabilities were more than twice as likely to use e-cigarettes, highlighting a high-risk group for adverse health outcomes. The study also showed that men, young adults, and adults with COPD or depression were more likely to use e-cigarettes.
The COVID-19 pandemic led to sharp declines in outpatient and emergency department visits for patients with chronic conditions, with more pronounced reductions depending on age, gender, and region. Recent surveys have found that some patients continue to postpone their care due to various factors.
Researchers Yuntao Wu and Ramin Hakami are investigating COVID-19 therapies using the K18-hACE2 mouse model, which can replicate severe COVID-19 infection in humans. The study aims to test the efficacy of therapeutics developed by Dejia Harmony against COVID-19.
A new study by George Mason University found that healthcare professionals with a greater ability to respond to change experienced lower rates of burnout when their work environments offered strong communication, teamwork, and leadership support. The study also found that practices with higher organizational capacity for change had low...
A large randomized clinical trial compared thresholds for blood transfusions in premature babies and found no advantage in survival or neurological impairment. The study, led by Dr. Rosemary Higgins of George Mason University, suggests that current guidelines for blood transfusions may not be optimal.
Marci Jerome of George Mason University received funding for the Virginia Consortium for Teacher Preparation in Special Education Adapted Curriculum, supporting students with disabilities and autism. The six-university consortium aims to reduce the state's critical low-incidence teacher shortage by providing education and internships.
Researchers are developing a flexible simulation-based outer-loop application tool for resilient power grid planning and optimization. The tool leverages scalable parallel processing, adaptive computing budget allocation, and scientific machine learning to predict and respond to disturbances.
The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health aims to empower doctors to convey climate change's impact on health. The consortium engages medical society members and partner organizations to present climate change as a health issue.
Sushil Jajodia and Massimiliano Albanese are supporting a $225,000 project on cyber knowledge management with secure information transfer for weapons systems. They provide expertise and review services to Texas-based company Knowledge Based Systems, Inc.
George Mason University will lead a $111 million public-private partnership, Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII), to introduce cybersecure energy-ROI and drive American manufacturers. The university's well-recognized strength in cybersecurity research positions it well to support the five-year goals of CyManII.
Lance Sherry conducts research to inform FAA policy deliberations on aeromedical and emergency aircraft activity. The study aims to better understand infrastructure needs at National Plan of Integrated Airport System (NPIAS) airports.
A research team led by George Mason University's Jiayang Sun is examining the impact of patient transfers between hospitals on health outcomes. The study aims to inform training and education programs for future scientists, with funding from the National Institutes of Health.
Cristiana Stan, a George Mason University researcher, has received $195,313 from NOAA to develop a coupled ensemble weather prediction system. The system aims to improve medium-range and subseasonal-to-seasonal forecasts by refining stochastic parameterizations and improving model coupling.
Fowler leads a team of researchers collecting algae and invertebrates from 13 marinas along the East Coast to detect novel species invasions and monitor established invaders. The study aims to train the next generation of taxonomists through collaborations with local scientists and public outreach efforts.
George Mason University's Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New Media has received funding to create an open-source software module that enables cultural heritage institutions to accept small donations. The project aims to respect these institutions' core values of openness and public access while generating passive revenue streams.
A study led by George Mason University Assistant Professor Blake Silver explores how 80 college students navigate daily life amidst economic uncertainty. The research focuses on the intersection of race, class, and gender in shaping experiences with managing uncertainty.
A team led by George Mason University's Bijan Jabbari is developing a dynamic, high-performance programmable Cyber-Infrastructure testbed connecting US research communities with European partners. The testbed will enable virtualization of resources to facilitate global science applications in high-energy physics, deep-space communicati...
Most US universities implemented at least three non-pharmaceutical interventions within a week of the WHO pandemic declaration. Announcements about canceling international travel and moving to remote learning came quickly, with most universities making these announcements between March 4-20.
A holistic causal model is being developed to improve software traceability, leveraging evolutionary histories and intelligent agents for accurate link evaluation. The goal is to enhance trace link quality and facilitate causal reasoning.
Researcher Elizabeth Phillips studies how humans respond to norm violations in robot teams, investigating context-sensitive tradeoffs between rule-based and role-based responses. She aims to develop models that facilitate role-based responses and promote ethical benefits in natural language generation algorithms.
The study examines how parents make decisions about schools based on performance information. It finds that average growth is a better predictor of school effectiveness, but parents tend to rely more heavily on this indicator, leading to a preference for less affluent and less diverse schools.
The research evaluated effective health sciences and training programs in Career and Technical Education (CTE) to address the healthcare workforce shortage in Virginia. Effective partnership models stimulate growth by building community partnerships, expanding training programs, and providing resources for educators and students.
Emanuel Petricoin, Co-Director of CAPMM, is receiving $280,696 in funding to discover protein biomarkers for response prediction in stage II/III breast cancer patients. The project aims to utilize data from the ISPY2 TRIAL to develop novel targeted therapy agents.
The grant supports technical assistance for improving resiliency in areas such as eCommerce and Cyber Security. Funding will end in December 2020, providing a year-long period of support for Small Businesses in Prince William County.
George Mason University professors Niyati Dhokai, Jatin Ambegaonkar, Gay Hanna, Kyla Christensen-Szalanski, and Gwen Baraniecki-Zwil will create an interface to connect the military, arts organizations, healthcare services, and communities. The project aims to improve support for veterans through creative forces.
Kevin Moran and collaborators study automated bug report quality and chatbot design for effective bug-reporting. The project aims to improve computer systems' reliability through better bug-reporting processes.
Researchers at George Mason University are reviewing the Positive Train Control Safety Plan to ensure its alignment with federal regulations. The study aims to confirm the plan's effectiveness in preventing train accidents such as collisions and derailments.
Feitian Zhang and Pei Dong received a $15,000 grant to purchase a remotely operated vehicle with GPS for monitoring microelectronic sensors in aquatic environments. The funding will support their research in aquatic environmental monitoring until August 2021.
The study aims to examine the effects of gestational exposure to endocrine disruptors on fetal development in African American and white mothers. It will also explore health disparities in fetal developmental outcomes by race, with the goal of addressing significant gaps in understanding the impact of these chemicals.
Researchers at George Mason University's College of Education and Human Development will provide professional development to English language professionals worldwide through an 8-week Global Online Course. The course, launched in August 2020, aims to improve teaching practices for young learners.
Ketian Zhang's book examines China's use of coercion in the Asia-Pacific region, highlighting its selective approach to statecraft. The study aims to provide crucial insights into peace and stability in the area.
Researchers use 3-D rotational angiography images and data on flow-diverting devices to construct computational fluid dynamics models of cerebral aneurysms. They investigate hemodynamic differences between immediate occlusions and long-term patency, as well as possible causes of hemorrhages after treatment.
Researchers are investigating the antiviral properties of Respiratory Detox Shot (RDS), a traditional Chinese medicine that blocks SARS-CoV and CoV-2 entry into human cells. Wu's lab aims to quantify RDS cytotoxicity in human cells.
Researchers at George Mason University, Harvard, and Colorado State University will analyze spatiotemporal geospatial data to understand COVID-19 impacts. The project aims to facilitate participatory mapping and open data creation in developing countries to mitigate second-order COVID-19 effects.
Marci Jerome will receive $663,443 in funding from the US Department of Education to produce and deliver accessible instructional materials to local education agencies. The Virginia Accessible Instructional Materials Center will also provide training and technical assistance to support LEA adoption and implementation of NIMAS regulations.
Klimov is developing a computational platform to design antibody-antigen interfaces based on DNA origami. The goal is to predict high-affinity peptide sequences that bind to tetanus toxin, targeting structured or unstructured antigen regions.
A new study by George Mason University found that most college students (88%) would use STI self-testing services if available, and 59% prefer private testing at Student Health Services. The study suggests increasing STI testing among students could lead to better health outcomes.
A new George Mason University study found that supersized alcopops are linked to higher levels of hostility and risk-taking among adults on probation who experience homelessness or gang affiliation. The research calls for better regulation of these products to reduce dangerous alcohol consumption.
Researchers Scott Glaberman and Ylenia Chiari investigate the relationship between body size and longevity in Galapagos tortoises. They hypothesize that enhanced ER stress responses contribute to the evolution of large body sizes and long lifespans.
Associate Professor Toya Frank at George Mason University has received funding from the National Science Foundation for the IPA Program. She is responsible for long-range planning and budget development for various areas of science represented by the program.