A study by Indiana University found that HBCU faculty are more likely to engage students in 'educationally purposeful' activities, leading to deeper learning and better institution quality. This contradicts previous findings from student perspectives, highlighting differences in teaching practices between HBCUs and PWIs.
A new study found that policy documents advocating for equal access to education oversimplify issues and fail to address the complexity of gender roles and culture. The researchers analyzed 300 policy documents from 14 agencies from 1995-2008, highlighting the limitations of language used in these documents.
A study by Indiana University found that racial disparities in school discipline are primarily due to school characteristics, not student behavior. Schools with higher proportions of black students are more likely to use exclusionary forms of discipline.
Researchers studying human origins face uncertainty due to lack of agreement on interpreting marks on fossil bones. Creating standards for analyzing Pliocene bones is crucial to determine when early hominids began using tools, a fundamental step in human evolution.
A researcher at Indiana University has been awarded $2.3 million to explore chlamydia genomics and develop a potential vaccine for the bacterial infectious disease. The team plans to use genetic tools to understand how the bacteria circumvents host immune systems and targets preferred tissues.
A first-of-its-kind study by Indiana University researchers confirms that exercise can lead to female orgasm without sex or fantasies. The study found that women who reported exercising-induced orgasms reported feeling self-consciousness but not fantasizing during their experiences.
Researchers found that wild orangutans in north Borneo exhibit an immediate stress response to eco-tourist interactions, but levels return to baseline after the encounter. The study suggests that low levels of predictable disturbance may have a minimal impact on these endangered species.
A recent study by IU biologist Irene Newton found that genetically diverse honey bee colonies have fewer pathogens and more beneficial bacteria. The research also identified four important microbes associated with fermentation in humans and other animals.
Researchers at Indiana University detected unusual seismic signals associated with tornadoes that struck the Midwest last week. The experiment suggests a large atmospheric pressure transient related to thunderstorms may precede tornadoes.
Indiana University researchers have discovered that specific types of RNA polymerase enzymes differ in function based on variation in their protein subunits. This finding reveals the importance of subunit composition in selecting which genes are silenced or expressed, with implications for understanding genetic disorders and diseases.
A new research collection highlights the prevalence of improper condom use worldwide, citing common challenges in the US and globally. The study emphasizes the need for improved education and access to condoms to reduce unplanned pregnancies and STIs.
The Indiana CTSI HUB supports virtual clinical research teams, community engaged research, and industry outreach through its HUBzero platform. This model has accelerated research across five distributed teams by housing data centrally and providing federated identity support.
A new study by Indiana University researchers reveals large excellence gaps in the US, with minority students making up a small share of top scorers. Internationally, girls are catching up with boys in math and science, while differences remain small between native-born and immigrant students.
Indiana University's Filippo Menczer has developed new tools to analyze political social media and track the diffusion of memes. The research team found that Twitter mentions create a communication bridge between left- and right-leaning groups, and can be used to identify partisan asymmetries.
Researchers caution against relying solely on computerized neuropsychological tests (CNT) to determine when athletes can safely return to play after a concussion. The tests may not accurately measure an athlete's brain function and could lead to premature return, posing risks such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy and death.
Research reveals that bacterial plasmids, which cause disease in plants, come with a high cost, but also confer benefits to the bacteria. Non-pathogenic plasmids can
Researchers discovered a new bacterial growth process that occurs at a single end or pole of the cell, which could lead to new antibacterial strategies. The study found that this polar growth process is broadly distributed among many different bacterial taxa.
North American cuisine tends to share more flavor compounds than expected, with ingredients like milk and butter contributing positively to food pairing. In contrast, East Asian cuisine often avoids mixing ingredients with shared flavor compounds, such as beef and ginger, which may negatively impact food pairing.
Researchers studied Onthophagus beetles, finding that male and female genitalia evolve rapidly in concert, often before size changes. This codivergence occurs more quickly for shape than size, suggesting that reproductive isolation can be established faster than previously assumed.
Researchers at Indiana University find increasing concentrations of new flame retardants in atmospheric samples, particularly in urban areas, suggesting potential environmental impact.
A new study found that interactive branded mobile applications increase general interest in product categories and improve attitudes toward sponsoring brands. The research also showed that informational mobile apps are more effective at shifting purchase intention than experiential ones.
A new study by Indiana University researchers finds that climate change will outpace species' ability to adapt, with ranges shifting dramatically between now and 2100. The rate of future change in suitable habitat will be two to three orders of magnitude greater than the average change over the past 300 millennia.
Researchers found that bacteria wait until the last minute to synthesize glue for permanent attachment, using flagella and pili to facilitate timely release. This mechanism may help design drugs to prevent infections by targeting adhesin stimulation.
Researchers found that sustainability science has become a cohesive global field, doubling in size every 8.3 years, with contributions from over 2,200 cities and 174 countries. The most productive city for sustainability publications was Washington, D.C., surpassing major tech hubs like Boston and the Bay Area.
A recent study by Indiana University researchers found that bisexual men often feel uncomfortable accessing sexual health services due to fear of disclosure and stigma. A more general approach, framed as 'men's health' or 'men's sexual health,' is likely to be more effective in reaching these individuals.
The partnership aims to develop new academic and research programs in biotechnology, public health, and medicine at the University of Liberia, addressing a national shortage of healthcare workers. The project will provide degree training for medical and nursing students and hire new full-time teaching faculty.
A new Indiana University study found that hormonal birth control can still hamper women's sexual satisfaction, including arousal, lubrication, and orgasm. The research involved over 1,100 women using different forms of contraception and suggests that non-hormonal options like lubricants may help alleviate negative effects.
A new study by Indiana University and George Mason University found that gay men have surprisingly diverse sexual behaviors, with over 1,300 unique combinations reported. The most common behavior was kissing a partner on the mouth, while anal sex was the least common, contrary to the misconception that 'gay sex equals anal sex'.
A researcher at Indiana University is investigating the most effective ways to present information about the HPV vaccine to young women, in an effort to boost vaccination rates. Her study will assess how women process and understand the information, as well as their attitudes and intentions toward vaccination.
A campus smoking ban significantly reduced student smoking rates and altered attitudes toward smoking regulations over two years. The study found that the policy change also influenced students' norms and behaviors even with weak enforcement.
A team of Indiana University researchers has discovered that promiscuous female birds have higher reproductive success due to a genetic 'trade-up', resulting in more offspring. By studying dark-eyed juncos, the study found that females who mate outside their social pair have twice as many grandchildren than those who remain truly monog...
A study by Bernardo J. Carducci found that happy college students who are less outgoing focus on family and friends connections, positive thinking, and goal-oriented activities, leading to increased happiness. Additionally, goal-oriented students tend to be happier due to engaging in purposeful leisure and spiritual reflection.
Research finds that community stability can mitigate the negative effects of alcohol outlets on neighborhood violence, while disorganized communities are more affected. Communities with stronger social cohesion and formal regulation of local retailers show less violence.
A study by Indiana University and Cornell University reveals that overworking is partly responsible for the slowdown in narrowing the gender wage gap. Women face more family obligations, limiting their availability for high-demand occupations, which often require long work hours.
A study by Indiana University sociologist Kristin Seefeldt found that poor women have limited expectations from the government, despite facing significant hardship. The women struggled with public benefits, unemployment insurance, and private safety nets, highlighting the need for reform to support low-income families.
Researchers develop salubrinal to treat weakened and broken bones by strengthening protein-producing machinery. Studies show accelerated healing in as little as a week, with potential for FDA approval.
A team led by Indiana University biologists has confirmed that modern sunflowers originated from the eastern United States, based on a comprehensive examination of genetic diversity. The researchers found no evidence to support the idea that sunflowers were domesticated independently in Mexico.
An international team led by a visiting researcher at IU has formally named a new class of fungi, Archaeorhizomyces, previously only known through DNA sequencing. The discovery estimates up to 250 species within the class and sheds light on their ecological roles in terrestrial ecosystems.
Researchers found that sexual reproduction via cross-fertilization keeps host populations one evolutionary step ahead of coevolving parasites. This allows parents to produce offspring resistant to the parasites, while self-fertilization leads to extinction.
A study of over 1,000 couples from the US, Brazil, Germany, Japan, and Spain found that men reported higher relationship happiness and women reported higher sexual satisfaction with age. Frequent kissing and cuddling predicted happiness in men, while higher sexual functioning and more frequent sex were linked to sexual satisfaction for...
A new study by Indiana University finds significant differences in physical fitness levels between patients at safety net community health centers and members of a medically affiliated fitness center. The research highlights the importance of access to exercise opportunities for vulnerable populations, particularly those without health...
A pilot study at Indiana University found that yoga significantly improved balance items and confidence in veterans with stroke. The participants showed a 17% improvement in balance and a 34% increase in confidence after eight weeks of group yoga classes.
Participants lost similar weight and body fat, but the online group reported greater gains in behaviors promoting healthy lifestyles. They also showed increased confidence in physical activity, even in challenging situations.
Researchers found that about three percent of new mutations are 'multi-nucleotide mutations,' which may allow organisms to leap across fitness valleys and reach a higher-fitness state by acquiring multiple mutations simultaneously. The study provides evidence for a possible new mechanism of adaptation.
Researchers found that hip strengthening exercises reduced patellofemoral pain in female runners and improved their gaits. The study involved four runners who performed single-leg squats and resistance band exercises, which were then repeated for six weeks.
Researchers found that cooperative bacteria can evolve behaviors that eliminate fitness advantages derived from cheating within social groups. The 'policing' mechanism allows cooperators to outcompete cheaters in mixed groups, but also strongly benefits cooperator cells in certain contexts.
A new Indiana University study challenges the common view that violent programming is a key factor in children's entertainment. Researchers found that violence has an indirect negative effect on boys' enjoyment, while girls do not show a decrease in preference for violent content.
Researchers at Indiana University suggest that postural control problems may be a core feature of bipolar disorder, affecting areas of the brain involved in mood regulation. The study found that participants with bipolar disorder displayed increased postural sway, particularly when eyes were closed.
Scientists at Indiana University will study methane production in Arctic environments to help NASA detect carbon-based life on Mars and other celestial bodies. The three-year project aims to understand the conditions that support life on Earth and how they compare to those found elsewhere in the solar system.
A pair of Indiana University scientists analyzed regional climate models to assess future wind patterns in the US. They found that most areas will see little or no change in wind density, with high wind potential over the Great Lakes and parts of Mexico.