A study by HSE University researchers found that men reap more benefits than women from additional job-related training, leading to a stronger sense of control over their lives. This disparity is attributed to societal perceptions of masculinity, with 'male' skills like leadership and physical endurance being valued more highly.
Millions of children under five years old suffer from childhood malnutrition, resulting in stunted growth and cognitive impairments. The global community is working to reduce childhood stunting by 40% by 2025 through initiatives such as the World Food Programme.
Researchers found that higher English proficiency levels correlated with better executive control performance in unbalanced bilinguals. This suggests that language skills may play a significant role in cognitive control efficiency. The study used an objective method to evaluate second language proficiency, providing new insights into t...
A two-degree Centigrade increase in global average temperature could lead to catastrophic consequences for the planet. The study found that countries in Central and Eastern Europe, Caucasus and Central Asia face major deviations from precipitation norms, with southern areas expected to experience more frequent droughts and heatwaves.
A recent study found that personal values in post-Soviet countries are primarily determined by national pride, rather than education, age, religiosity, or social status. Despite high rates of divorce and abortion, respondents expressed conservative views on individual choice practices, highlighting a cultural shift towards patriotism.
Researchers found that residents of smaller cities are more likely to buy apartments in Moscow region suburbs due to affordability. In contrast, city dwellers prioritize central locations. These findings highlight the impact of regional inequality on urban development and migration patterns.
A study analyzing 190 fMRI studies found that food and erotic images activate the left hemisphere, while money activates both hemispheres. The basal ganglia play a key role in reward processing, with different regions activated depending on the type of reward.
Researchers at HSE University found that people with aphasia respond more accurately and quickly when retrieving single verbs with complex argument structures, rather than relying on simpler verbs. This challenges the traditional view that linguistic complexity correlates with cognitive difficulty, suggesting that certain types of verb...
A study of 537 Russian primary school students found that the emotional component of school engagement is the most important factor in motivating children to learn. The researchers adapted an international questionnaire and analyzed data, confirming the validity and reliability of the survey.
The study analyzed the correlation between happiness levels and Arab Spring protests, finding that countries with lower happiness levels were more likely to experience unrest. The researchers also discovered that GDP per capita had a weaker correlation with protest activity than initially thought.
Despite a slight increase in physical activity among Russian men and women, the country's working population remains under European health standards. Most people engage in exercise or sports for less than 30 minutes, three times a week, with financial constraints and laziness being major barriers. The study also found that city dweller...
The Soviet Union profited from screening foreign films during the Cold War, with Hollywood movies serving as a weapon in the fight against the USA. The films were often shown on closed networks or renamed to avoid copyright issues.
Scientists from Duke University and HSE University developed a neurointerface that allows monkeys to control a cursor with their brains, enabling future development of upper-limb neuroprostheses. The breakthrough provides tactile feedback, increasing movement precision and natural control.
A meta-analysis of 17 studies reveals the brain regions activated during social punishment tasks, including the claustrum, superior frontal gyri, and interior frontal gyrus. These areas are responsible for attention, error detection, and processing contextual information, essential components for punishment decision-making.
This study analyzes the performance of Russian and foreign- owned banks from 2004 to 2015, finding that state-owned banks excel during economic crises but lag behind in profit efficiency. In contrast, foreign-owned banks thrive in stable periods, thanks to better management practices.
Researchers discovered a connection between changes in internal gravity wave parameters five days before an earthquake, enabling the development of short-term forecast methods. The study's results show that IGWs can be used to identify seismically active regions and make predictions about upcoming seismic events.
Researchers found that strict labor laws lead to higher levels of temporary and informal employment, resulting in reduced happiness and life satisfaction among these workers. Women tend to feel the impact at a deeper level.
Researchers have developed a new method for ensuring quality in automatic voice recording, reducing error rates down to 2% and allowing for real-time processing. The algorithm assesses pronunciation stability and displays a color chart showing the dependence of speech quality on time.
Researchers found that age has a greater impact on religiosity than cohort effects in high-income countries. This could lead to a shift in societal structures. As older people make up more of the population, there may be a resurgence of religiosity in countries like Japan.
A study by neuroscientists from HSE University found that brain signals in the striatum and parietal cortex influence price adjustments in competitive markets. The results provide insight into the brain mechanisms at work when determining prices in such conditions.
A survey of over 4,200 Russian-speaking self-employed individuals found that freelancers often work long hours, including evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends. While some reported feeling satisfied with their work-life balance, others struggled to maintain it due to the demands of non-standard schedules. The study also found that c...
Researchers at HSE University found that the brain comprehends words placed on the right side of a screen more quickly. The total amount of presented information affects speed and accuracy of word processing.
Researchers found that moral obligation is a key factor in protesters' decisions, followed by identification with the protesting group's values. The study suggests that ideology also plays a role in people's engagement in collective action. In total, the model correctly classified respondents in 87% of cases.
A study found that microgravity impacts brain connectivity in cosmonauts, changing sensorimotor functions like movement and body position perception. The brain develops an auxiliary system relying on visual and tactile feedback to compensate for limited vestibular input.
Research finds that more than 64% of employed Russians work evenings, nights, or weekends, disrupting their biological and social rhythms. The negative effects include depression, headaches, burnout, and chronic fatigue, leading to workplace accidents and injuries.
A team of researchers at HSE University found that working memory stores objects and their features independently, making it easier to remember single-object information. This hierarchical structure suggests that working memory can store multiple types of information simultaneously.
Researchers at HSE University have developed a method to measure subjective well-being by analyzing fans' emotional state through photos. The study found that uncertainty about match results can increase unhappiness by 13.6% in males, while females tend to be more affected.
Researchers from HSE University used machine learning to discover that stem-loops and quadruplexes contribute to 20-30% of genome breakpoints in cancer, with varying impacts on different types of cancer.
A new biomaterial, mycokarst, made from mushroom spores has been developed to repair and strengthen building materials in extreme conditions. The material was tested on karst formations and found to be highly durable, capable of withstanding loads of up to 40 MPa.
Researchers propose two criteria for selecting optimal brain stimulation strategy, considering interactions between hemispheres and neuronal phenotype. This approach aims to improve effectiveness of non-invasive neuromodulation methods in stroke patients.
Researchers developed a method that enables neural networks to identify similar objects in videos without accuracy degradation. The new algorithm reduces the time for recognition by 1.5 to 10 times, making it suitable for mobile devices and other gadgets.
Researchers investigated mirror activity in healthy humans and found that amplitude grows with repetition, while latency decreases. This inverse relation may be linked to fatigue-induced inhibitory mechanisms failure.
Researchers created a database of 21 textures associated with different emotions, revealing soft surfaces tend to evoke pleasant feelings while rough ones elicit unpleasant sensations. The study also found people with high alexithymia levels experience more intense negative emotions when interacting with certain textures.
A study of 36,951 students from 590 schools in Saint Petersburg found a strong correlation between school digital connections and educational outcomes. Students are more likely to be connected if their schools have similar performance levels.
Supporting socially vulnerable students is key to preventing academic failures. International studies have shown that family context impacts a child's school progress, but strict predetermination is not inevitable. Experts suggest measures such as subsidies, monitoring, and targeted support like special tutors, personalized curricula, ...
Engagement in extracurricular activities, such as student clubs, enhances analytical skills, leading to improved academic performance and higher job success. The study reveals a positive correlation between involvement in research, creative activities, and critical thinking development.
Researchers have discovered a mechanism for how water forms on the Moon, releasing silver hydroxide molecules that react with hydrogen to form water and silver. This discovery suggests that water can be present in near-surface lunar soil, challenging the long-held assumption that it is brought from outside.
Researchers analyzed 82 studies on working memory mechanisms in adults of different age groups. Meta-analyses showed that brain function decreases agreement with aging, suggesting functional reorganization in the prefrontal cortex. This changes may be a sign of compensatory function or increased variability in older adults.
Researchers from HSE University and London Business School analyzed Russian companies' stock prices and found profitable arbitrage deals with minimal risk. The 'buy-and-hold' strategy tends to generate higher returns than conversion strategies, despite being riskier.
Researchers confirmed the theory that impostor syndrome mediates the link between perfectionism and psychological distress. Impostor syndrome arises from maladaptive perfectionism, causing increased anxiety, depressive moods, and other disorders. The study recommends focusing on competence, understanding self-defense mechanisms, mainta...
Scientists from HSE and Yandex collaborate on LHCb experiment, discovering CP violation in charm meson decays with statistical significance of 5.3 standard deviations. AI tools improve data selection and analysis, enabling correct interpretation of physical results.
In 18th-century Russia, a Spanish diplomat's initiative to establish an informal men's club called the 'Order of the Anti-Sober' aimed to foster socialization and political discussion among elites. The club's rules promoted camaraderie, excluding prejudices and encouraging close relations among members.
Researchers at HSE Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience propose preoperative training to enhance neurobiomechanical patterns for better motor activity. The study focuses on autotransplanting latissimus dorsi muscle for elbow flexion, showing promising results in accelerating rehabilitation.
The UK's single-use plastic bag charge has led to a substantial reduction in plastic bag use, with the average frequency of use falling from 'sometimes' to 'very rarely'. The study also found that consumers are ready to support other environmental charges, including a 5p charge on plastic water bottles and increased fuel duties.
Researchers from HSE and Yandex developed a method to speed up LHC simulation using Generative Adversarial Networks. The approach accurately predicts the behavior of charged elementary particles, enabling faster analysis of experimental data.
Researchers Korbut observed crowds in metro-mobs to understand how they move and coordinate actions, finding that individuals follow free space minimization rules and rely on others' movements for direction. The study highlights the importance of speed control, stopping signals, and joining methods in mob organization.
Researchers developed graphene quantum dots embedded in hexagonal boron nitride, enabling successful synthesis of high-quality single-electron transistors. The study demonstrated the manifestation of Coulomb blockade phenomena in each graphene quantum dot as a separate single electron transmission channel.
The study reveals that Foxp1 is essential for the proper functioning of Treg cells, which play a crucial role in regulating immune responses. The findings suggest that targeting Foxp1 could lead to the development of therapies that selectively modulate Treg cell activity, offering new hope for treating autoimmune diseases and cancer.
A study by National Research University Higher School of Economics found that educated migrants contribute to the convergence of wages across Russian regions. Migrants with secondary or vocational education levels have a significant impact on increasing regional wages, while higher-education migrants have little effect.
A study published in JETP Letters reveals that a meteoroid's collision with the Moon creates two dusty plasma clouds due to regolith fragments and molten material interacting with electrons. The clouds' characteristics, such as speed and size, can be observed separately, providing crucial insights for ensuring space flight safety.