A recent study published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society Biological Sciences found that humans have a unique type of color vision that excels at detecting socially significant color variation. This ability is crucial for spotting facial color changes, such as blushing, which convey social cues.
A study by NYU's Steinhardt School found that bilingual children excel at perceiving information about who is talking, including recognizing voices. The research suggests that speaking multiple languages enhances social perception and processing abilities.
A team of NYU researchers has pinpointed a sugar modification in cells that spurs the spread of skin cancer, specifically melanoma. The study reveals that silencing FUT8 enzyme suppresses cancer onset and tumor dissemination in laboratory mice.
A father's education level and income affect their spending time with children in different ways. Fathers who believe in traditional gender norms participate in less caregiving activities. Researchers found that both structural circumstances and fathers' personal beliefs matter in determining their involvement with children.
Researchers from NYU Dentistry studied a sea urchin protein that forms hydrogels, capturing mineral nanoparticles and organizing them into crystalline bricks. The protein, rSpSM50, induces fracture resistance and enables the creation of tunable fracture-resistant materials.
A pilot study found that digital game-based education improved Turkish language proficiency, executive functions, coding skills, and reduced hopelessness among Syrian refugee children. The Project Hope intervention used a combination of five games, including Minecraft and Code.org, resulting in significant improvements in these areas.
A team of scientists has discovered that multiple genomic elements work cooperatively over long distances to ensure proper chromosome function. This finding offers new insights into the complexity of gene regulation and its significance in understanding abnormalities.
A new study by NYU's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development found that a parent training program using volunteers, Caring in Chaos, improved parenting behavior, competence, stress, and depressive symptoms for families with children with ADHD. The model has potential to increase access to behavioral parent traini...
A recent NYU study reveals a significant gap in education and training for outdoor fall prevention among community-dwelling older adults. The research highlights the importance of wearing proper footwear, being aware of environmental hazards, and practicing safe walking strategies to prevent falls.
A new study by NYU's Steinhardt School found that teacher racial bias affects students' grades and academic expectations, particularly for Black students, who face a significant gap in perceptions of class difficulty compared to White peers.
A new study found that nearly one out of ten participants who reported no 'bath salt' use as per the gate question then reported actual use of these substances. The researchers suggest that providing participants with the actual list of drugs initially may be associated with more accurate answers.
ASU and NYU researchers created an online module to enhance crowdsourced brainstorming, finding that embedding peripheral micro-tasks improves idea breadth and depth. The study suggests that ideators' productivity and time of ideation impact the effectiveness of these tasks.
A team of neuroscientists confirms Immanuel Kant's 18th-century claim that experiencing beauty requires thought. The study found that adding a distraction to the experience reduces feelings of pleasure and beauty in viewing beautiful images, but not those from non-beautiful things.
A new study reveals that movie preferences are highly idiosyncratic and not linked to demographic traits, contradicting industry targeting strategies. The researchers found low levels of correlation in movie ratings among participants but identified patterns, including increased correlation with jointly seen films. Demographically, mal...
A recent study by NYU and the Visiting Nurse Service of New York found that only 18.1% of RN visits and 26.7% of PT visits with LEP patients were language concordant, pointing to a lack of understanding of the language capacity of the US healthcare workforce. This highlights the need for more research on this subject and the implementa...
A 250-kilometer-diameter basin in the Falkland Islands exhibits traits of a large impact crater, including decreased gravity strength and increased magnetic field strength. The structure is estimated to be approximately 270-250 million years old, potentially correlating with the largest mass extinction event.
A new study by NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development found that preschoolers comprehend stories equally well in print and digital formats. The research suggests that the content of a children's book, rather than its medium, plays a significant role in story comprehension.
A study by New York University found that 60.1% of public institutions use differential tuition policies, which vary rates by program or year. This practice can make it difficult for students to access accurate cost information, exacerbating affordability concerns.
A team of neuroscientists found that synchronization of brainwaves among students reflects how much they like the class and each other. The study, published in Current Biology, used portable EEG technology to record brain activity during a semester-long classroom observation.
A review of medical literature by NYU researchers found that only 23.9% of studies on doctor-patient communication mentioned hearing loss, highlighting a significant gap in understanding its impact on care. The study suggests that simple strategies can mitigate the negative effects of hearing loss on patient communication.
Researchers recommend banning transshipment at-sea to curb illegal fishing and human trafficking. The practice allows ships to evade monitoring and enforcement, enabling the laundering of illicit fish into the seafood market.
A new study found that low-income children have limited opportunities for complex language building at home and in schools, affecting their kindergarten year. The research suggests that neighborhoods play a crucial role in nurturing success or failure.
Research finds that injecting drugs triggers immune system inflammation, harming chronic disease progression; cessation of injections can reduce immune activation levels. Harm reduction strategies, such as treatment for hepatitis C and encouraging injection frequency reductions, may also have positive effects.
A recent NYU study reveals significant variability in how English learner reclassification affects student achievement and graduation rates across different US districts. The findings suggest that reclassification can have either negative or positive impacts, depending on the district's policies and services.
Research highlights the importance of understanding inmate relationships, particularly in non-marital partnerships, to prevent HIV-related sex risk. The study found that relationship satisfaction was a strong correlate of protection against non-monogamy and STI/HIV risk.
Researchers found that people who saw 'the dress' in a shadow perceived it as gold and white, while those under artificial light saw it as black and blue. Lifestyle factors such as sleep schedule also influenced color perception.
A new study by NYU Steinhardt School found that over 60% of the racial gap in college completion rates can be attributed to pre-college factors. The study analyzed data from kindergarten to college completion for Texas students and found that poverty and academic preparation were key drivers of the achievement gap between Hispanic and ...
Researchers found that over a fourth of 80 samples tested positive for new psychoactive substances, with 'bath salts' being the most common detected. Hair analysis proved a reliable tool to investigate drug exposure and consumption patterns in this high-risk population.
A new study reveals that over 80% of nurses engage in formal or informal volunteering to promote healthy behaviors and culture of health in their communities. Nurses commit to promoting a culture of health both at work and daily life.
A team of NYU anthropologists analyzed 140 primate species and found that brain size is predicted by diet, not sociality. Frugivores and frugivore/folivores exhibit significantly larger brains than folivores.
A study by NYU's Steinhardt School found that second-generation Asian American adolescents benefit less from academic social support than others, with the influence of parents, friends, and teachers being inconsistent. Despite this, they still have strong expectations for college attendance due to high parental and teacher expectations.
Researchers created self-assembled 3D DNA crystals with moveable components to change their contents after formation. The innovation enables the manipulation of internal crystal contents in 3D systems, promising advancements in nanomechanical devices.
Nurses are urged to use the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics as a framework to address policy issues relevant to their profession's care for older adults. The code prescribes compassion, respect for dignity, and commitment to patients, families, and communities.
A study by NYU's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development found that excessive TV viewing is negatively associated with early academic skills, particularly math and executive function. Children from low-income families are disproportionately affected.
A team of researchers has confirmed the ancient origins of pointillist techniques used by artists like Seurat and Van Gogh. The discovery of 16 engraved limestone blocks in France's Vézère Valley, dated to 38,000 years ago, provides evidence of this form of image-making with Europe's earliest human culture.
Four NYU faculty members have been awarded Sloan Foundation fellowships for their innovative research, transforming fields such as neuroscience, finance, and chemistry. Jayeeta Basu aims to understand long-term memory formation, while Johannes Stroebel focuses on financial decision-making of households.
A study by NYU's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development found that teens with PTSD symptoms misidentify sad faces as fearful. Teens with conduct disorder tend to interpret sad faces as angry.
Students in Ohio's online charter schools outperform their peers in brick-and-mortar schools, with lower academic achievement and higher dropout rates. The study suggests that self-directed learning without teacher presence hinders student success.
New York University researchers LeDoux and Brown argue that emotions arise from a general cortical network of cognition, similar to conscious experiences. They propose a higher-order theory of emotional consciousness, challenging existing theories that consider emotions as innately programmed in the brain.
Researchers from New York University Rory Meyers College of Nursing studied genetic and susceptibility risk factors for lymphedema in breast cancer survivors. They found significant associations between genotypes related to several lymphatic and inflammatory genes and symptom phenotypes of impaired limb mobility, fluid accumulation, an...
Neuroscientist David Heeger proposes a new theory that explains how the brain uses prediction and inference to make decisions. The brain's neural network can process sensory input in a feedforward manner, but also runs in a feedback mode to generate predictions, and combines both modes for optimal performance.
Professor Panozzo will work on developing algorithms that combine 3D scanning and digital fabrication technologies, enabling new applications in life sciences and medicine. The $554,000 grant aims to enhance the design of customized medical devices and improve cell tracking techniques.
A study by NYU's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development found that adults with autism view their interests positively and believe they should be encouraged. Many participants reported anxiety relief through engaging in their preferred interests, highlighting the potential benefits of utilizing these strengths.
A team of anthropologists has uncovered a 38,000-year-old engraved image in a French rockshelter, revealing insights into the nature of modern humans during this period. The discovery provides new information on regional patterning of art and ornamentation across Europe during the Aurignacian culture.
A new study reveals that early gender stereotypes can have a lasting impact on girls' aspirations and careers, starting as early as age 6. Children at this age show a decrease in associating brilliance with their own gender, leading to lower interest in activities perceived as requiring brilliance.
A recent study by New York University researchers found that Asian immigrants have lower rates of dental service utilization compared to non-Hispanic whites. The study, which analyzed data from the National Health Interview Surveys, identified acculturation and family income level as key factors affecting dental care use among Asian im...
A NYU study found that a parenting program where fathers engage with their children through reading improves parents' skills and enhances preschoolers' school readiness and behavior. Fathers from low-income communities saw significant improvements in discipline approaches and language development, with a moderate effect on child langua...
Recent investments in Delhi's health care have failed to improve access to effective care, with crushing poverty and inequalities hindering progress. The city's high rates of premature deaths from causes such as septicemia and tuberculosis are a concern, highlighting the need for increased public health spending and policy changes.
A new study finds that executive function and engagement in classroom-based play in kindergarten are linked to participation in extracurricular activities in middle school among low-income children. The study suggests that early childhood experiences shape civic engagement later in life.
Freeman's lab will use an innovative mouse-tracking software to study stereotypic vision, exploring its impact on brain visual processing and potential strategies to reduce biases.