In a study published in Nature, NYU researchers found that emotional learning can strengthen older memories by selectively preserving previously insignificant information. Participants were shown images of animals and tools, with some receiving shocks to make certain categories emotionally meaningful. Memory for these images was better...
A team of scientists has identified the nature of fish's 'sixth sense', which allows them to detect flows of water. The research found that a unique layout of flow sensors on the surface of fish is nearly universal across species, enabling them to retrieve signals about water flow and use this information in different behaviors.
A new study finds that kindergartners and first graders with high maintenance temperaments showed less disruptive behavior and more active engagement in the classroom, thanks to a program that recognizes and adapts to individual differences.
A study by researchers at NYU and McGill University found that monolingual infants expect others to understand only one language, while bilingual infants do not share this assumption. The findings suggest that infants may see a good communication partner as someone who speaks the same language they were raised with.
A New York University study found that adherence to cancer prevention guidelines was associated with reduced risk of obesity-related cancers. The study highlights the importance of low alcohol consumption and a plant-based diet in reducing cancer risk, particularly for breast, prostate, and colorectal cancers.
A team of neuroscientists has found that our brains use elapsed time as a proxy for task difficulty to calculate how confident we should be when faced with making choices but lacking sufficient evidence. This association helps untangle the different factors that contribute to the decision-making process.
Researchers analyzed Campbell's monkey alarm calls at two sites, revealing greater complexity than previously thought. The study found distinctions between roots (e.g., 'hok' for serious aerial threats) and suffixes (-oo), allowing monkeys to describe both threat nature and degree of danger.
A new report from NYU and the University of Michigan examines how teachers are using digital games to assess student learning and provide ongoing feedback. Key findings include that over half of teachers use digital games weekly or more often, with elementary school teachers being most likely to do so.
A novel silver lining theory establishes that believing a weakness can be a strength leads to increased productivity in that domain. In experiments, impulsivity was found to be related to creativity when participants believed it, but not when they disbelieved it.
Research from NYU's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development suggests that people interpret terrorist threats in varying ways. Study author Rezarta Bilali found that individuals with homogeneous group identities are less likely to perceive heightened threat when exposed to external terrorist threats.
Researchers propose a new theoretical framework to explain the transition of colloidal glasses from liquids to solids, highlighting the role of crowding effects and weak spots in the material. This work has significant implications for our understanding of glass behavior and its applications in consumer products and medical research.
The Cigna Foundation has awarded a $100,000 World of Difference grant to NYU College of Nursing to develop a program supporting racial minority and older women with or at risk for heart disease. The program aims to improve self-care behaviors and promote healthy habits through community-based support and social media facilitation.
A team of NYU and University of Barcelona physicists developed a method to control spin waves in magnetic materials, which can efficiently transfer energy and information. The breakthrough has the potential to improve information processing and reduce energy consumption.
A new study by researchers at NYU's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development found that an educational approach focused on executive functions improved academic learning in kindergarten. The findings suggest that programs like Tools of the Mind can have lasting benefits for children, particularly those in poverty.
Research at Princeton University and New York University reveals multiple pathways for phase transitions, contradicting previous theories. The study suggests that phase changes involve point defects and disordered clusters, leading to a more nuanced understanding of matter's behavior.
A New York University study reveals a significant perception divide on the abortion issue, where Americans who oppose abortion are less likely to hear about their friends or family members having had an abortion. This disparity affects public opinion and may contribute to the relative stability of opinions on abortion over time.
The study found that 33% of high school seniors support full legalization, while 28.5% believe it should be treated as a minor violation. High school seniors who identify as female, black or Hispanic, and reside in urban areas are more likely to favor liberal marijuana policies.
A new study by NYU researchers finds that tourism areas in the Dominican Republic create opportunities for drug use, which fuels local economies and increases HIV risk behaviors. The study highlights the need for targeted research and intervention efforts to address local drug use within the context of tourism areas.
A new study by NYU researchers reveals that individuals tend to prioritize restoring what they've lost rather than punishing an offender. When directly affected, people show a strong preference for compensation, whereas as third-party observers, they become more punitive.
A small study found that ultrasound biofeedback was effective in correcting 'r' speech errors when children were allowed to make different shapes with their tongues. The treatment involved using ultrasound images as a guide for tongue manipulation and adjustments to achieve better pronunciation of the sound.
Researchers found that particles bind under low temperatures but melt at moderate levels, then re-connect at higher temperatures. This discovery has potential for creating 'smart materials' and sharpening 3D printing detail.
A NYU study found that children improve their spoken language processing when hearing familiar voices, but only for words they already know. The advantage is limited and does not apply to unfamiliar words.
A new NYU study suggests that focusing attention on a specific target during exercise can reduce perceived distance and increase walking speed. Participants who focused their attention on a finish line walked 23% faster and reported less physical exertion than those who looked around their surroundings.
Researchers have uncovered how pacemaker neurons are synchronized at dusk and dawn to maintain proper functioning of biological clocks. This understanding enhances knowledge of sleep-wake cycle regulation and offers promise for addressing related afflictions.
A new study by NYU's Center for Drug Use and HIV Research found that many drug users have concerns about genetic testing due to lack of confidentiality and disclosure. Despite these concerns, participants indicated they would be more positive towards genetic testing if it improved their medical care.
A NYU study found that a classroom intervention program helps shy children improve their math and critical thinking skills, with effects substantially greater for shy kids compared to control group peers. The INSIGHTS program teaches teachers to recognize individual temperaments and support differences.
A longitudinal study by NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development found that exposure to parental verbal and physical aggression hurts children's emotional adjustment. Higher household chaos and poverty also take a toll on young children.
Researchers find Puerto Rican people who inject drugs have higher HIV risk and prevalence than other Latino groups, with lower availability of prevention tools and treatment programs. The study recommends a coordinated, multi-region effort to address the disparity and bring an end to the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
A study of newly-licensed RNs found that 17.5% leave their first nursing job within the first year and 33.5% leave within two years. The research team suggests that standardizing turnover data can help identify reasons for RN turnover and inform management strategies.
A NYU study found that young adult non-medical prescription opioid users are at high risk for overdose due to their lack of knowledge about overdose awareness, avoidance, and response strategies. The study highlights the need for education about naloxone and overdose prevention services for this population.
A new NYU study found that teen alcohol consumption is linked to unsafe driving and compromised relationships with peers, while marijuana consumption compromises relationships with authority figures. Marijuana use also leads to lower school or job performance and increased regret.
Researchers have identified a process that explains how diverse neurons are generated in the fruit fly's visual system, involving temporal patterning and cell survival.
A recent study by NYU researchers found that NYU nurses deployed to other hospitals after Hurricane Sandy experienced significant stress and uncertainty. The mixed-methods study identified several psychosocial and practice-based challenges, including limited orientation time, legal concerns, and issues with patient assignments.
Researchers at New York University and the University of Cambridge have developed a method to examine supercapacitors' inner workings using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). This technique allows them to locate molecular events responsible for device performance and explore electrolyte concentration gradients.
A systematic review of qualitative studies on eating behavior in Latina women reveals disparities and gaps in the existing literature. The study highlights the need for healthcare providers to recognize cultural differences in food patterns and design effective behavior change programs.
A study by NYU CDUHR researchers found that peer group dynamics play a significant role in facilitating the transition from oral and/or intranasal prescription opioid (PO) use to heroin injection. Nonmedical PO users are at high risk of acquiring HIV and/or HCV through injection and sexual risk behaviors associated with drug use.
A study by NYU's Steinhardt School found that vouchers to buy fresh fruits and vegetables at farmers markets increased the amount of produce in the diets of some economically disadvantaged women. More than half reported consuming vegetables more frequently, with those who consumed little produce initially seeing the greatest increase.
A new study by New York University found that a well-designed physical work environment can improve nurses' efficiency, teamwork, and communication, leading to higher job satisfaction. The study also revealed that this indirect impact on job satisfaction is associated with better patient outcomes.
A new study by NYU researchers found that African Americans and Latinos with HIV/AIDS face significant barriers to care, including fear of stigma and distrust of the medical system. Peer-recruitment was found to be nearly twice as effective as in-clinic recruitment for locating and engaging this vulnerable population.
A NYU research team created a social/behavioral intervention that increased the number of African American and Latino individuals living with HIV/AIDS who enrolled in studies. The ACT2 program found nine out of ten eligible participants joined, compared to none in a control group.
A recent study published in PLOS ONE reveals that herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2) co-infection significantly contributes to the spread of HIV among non-injecting drug users in New York City. The research found a notable increase in HIV infection rates among this demographic, with over half of participants infected with HSV-2.
Researchers found that Old World monkeys have developed distinct facial features to prevent hybridization. The study used facial recognition algorithms to quantify visual cues and confirmed the role of visual signals in maintaining reproductive isolation between populations.
A study by New York University's Center for Drug Use and HIV Research found that prior drug use is the greatest predictor of ecstasy use among US high school seniors. The study analyzed data from over 26,000 students between 2007-2012 and identified sociodemographic risk factors, including other substance use, income, and residence.
Three NYU faculty members, Agnel Sfeir, Ezequiel Arneodo, and Yuriria Vázquez Zúñiga, have been awarded by the Pew Charitable Trusts. They will conduct postdoctoral research in cancer and biomedical sciences, with a focus on novel therapies and scientific leadership development.
A team of genome scientists has identified a 'hit-and-run' mechanism that allows regulatory proteins to initiate gene activation. This discovery has potential practical applications to improve nitrogen responses in crop plants, reducing fertilizer runoff and environmental health risks.
Researchers tracked neural activity to discover covert changes of mind in monkeys and humans, finding they're more frequent in uncertain conditions. The study offers new insights into decision-making processes and innovative ways to study this complex behavior.
Researchers have identified changes in the oral microbiome that may be associated with oral cancer development. The study found significant decreases in abundance of certain bacterial groups, such as Firmicutes and Actinobacteria, in cancer samples compared to normal tissue.
Researchers at NYU found that economic duress can lead to racial discrimination by altering how people visually perceive another person's race. In experiments, subjects identified mixed-race faces as Black when linked to economic scarcity, even if the face was only 35% Black.
Researchers have developed a method using DNA origami to turn one-dimensional nano materials into two dimensions, enabling the creation of any number of shapes. The breakthrough offers potential to enhance fiber optics and electronic devices by reducing size and increasing speed.
A pilot study found that a 12-month self-care program reduced lymphedema risk in 97% of breast cancer survivors by promoting lymph flow and optimizing body mass index (BMI). The Optimal Lymph Flow program empowered patients to take proactive steps, dispelling fear and anxiety.