Subhash Khot, a NYU Courant professor, has received the NSF's Waterman Award for his work on computational complexity and its significance in computer security. He is recognized for his groundbreaking research on the Unique Games Problem, which sheds light on computationally intractable problems with far-reaching consequences.
Dr. Bromage's research on human evolution, growth, development, and life history has significantly advanced the field. He discovered a new biological clock controlling metabolic functions and its impact on life span.
Researchers at NYU and U. of Würzburg identified how photoreceptor cells in the fruit fly Drosophila use distinct spectral sensitivities for color vision and motion detection. Flies with impaired R7 or R8 photoreceptors showed preferences for specific colors, revealing separate channels for color and motion.
A recent NYU study empirically challenges the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders' criteria for diagnosing depression, suggesting that psychiatrists' official method to prevent false-positive diagnoses may not be effective. The study examines the Clinical Significance Criterion (CSC)...
Researchers at New York University found that memory consolidation strengthens during periods of awake rest, not just sleep. This process boosts brain activity in the hippocampus and cortex, leading to better retention of information and improved cognitive function.
Yasuní National Park is home to an array of plant and animal groups, harboring extremely high numbers of animals and plants in small areas. The park's extraordinary diversity makes it a crucial area for sustaining biodiversity in the long term, with scientists recommending a moratorium on new oil exploration or development projects.
A study led by Dr. Shiela Strauss found that 93% of individuals with periodontal disease are at high risk for diabetes, compared to 63% without the disease. This suggests that dental offices could serve as a valuable platform for initial diabetes screening.
Researchers at NYU have developed a non-invasive technique to block the return of fear memories by updating them with non-fearful information during the reconsolidation process. This technique, shown to be effective in reducing fear responses, may lead to new ways to treat anxiety disorders.
Researchers found that infants can match human speech to human faces and monkey calls to monkey faces. However, they struggled to match non-human vocalizations to their corresponding species. This ability may help infants identify conspecifics even when out of view.
Researchers found that parents favor names gaining popularity relative to those falling out of favor, creating a self-fulfilling prophecy. The study analyzed historical data on baby name frequencies over 127 years, revealing a shift towards consistent momentum in name popularity.
Merry aims to understand how human rights indicators are created, who develops them, and their impact on governance. Her research focuses on three key indicators: human rights conventions, violence against women, and sex trafficking.
Researcher David Amodio examines unconscious racial associations and their impact on behavior, linking emotional and conceptual forms of bias to neural processes in the brain.
Researchers from North America and Europe have solved the first trillion cases of an ancient mathematics problem on congruent numbers, discovering over 3148 billion new solutions. The breakthrough was achieved through a complex technique for multiplying large numbers.
The Xavier University of Louisiana and New York University have received a $3 million grant from the National Science Foundation to develop a materials science research core at Xavier and an undergraduate materials science educational program. Undergraduate students will be exposed to research laboratories as early as their freshman ye...
NYU is part of a $10 million NSF grant to study the Antarctic Ice Sheet's response to global warming. The project aims to develop a numerical model that describes ocean and ice interactions.
New York University chemists have created three-dimensional DNA structures with potential industrial and pharmaceutical applications. The breakthrough uses a technique that organizes matter in six different directions, yielding a 3D crystal structure visible to the naked eye.
Researchers at NYU have created molecules with a twist, allowing them to selectively interact with target molecules and catalyze chemical transformations. This breakthrough has significant implications for the development of new drugs and complex chemical structures.
A recent study published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin reveals that individuals in positions of power tend to interpret crisis events, such as the 9/11 attacks, in a more abstract manner. The researchers analyzed public comments from September 2001 and found that those with power overestimated their ability to achieve o...
Researchers at New York University have developed a model to accurately count sweets in a jar by studying the geometry of packing from a 'granocentric' view. The model captures the connectivity and density of sphere packings, allowing for the estimation of packing density and subsequently, the number of sweets in the jar.
Researchers create a holographic microscope that records three-dimensional movies of microscopic systems like biological molecules. The technique uses a collimated laser beam to generate and record images, providing detailed information about the object's size, composition, and position.
Researchers at NYU developed a method to precisely bind micrometer-sized particles together into larger-scale structures with useful materials properties. The technique uses DNA-coated particles to form reversible bonds, enabling self-replication and fine-tuning particle interactions.
A new computer modeling platform, Plan C, developed at NYU can simulate complex emergency responses in urban scenarios. The model shows that implementing disaster plans within 30 minutes can significantly reduce mortality and waiting times.
Researchers found that snakes' belly scales provide a preferred direction of motion, making snake movement similar to wheels or ice skates. This study's findings contradict previous studies suggesting snakes push laterally against rocks and branches.
A new study led by NYU dental researcher Dr. Ananda P. Dasanayake found that pregnant women with periodontal disease are more likely to develop gestational diabetes. The study, conducted in Sri Lanka, eliminated smoking and alcohol use among participants to isolate the impact of gum disease on glucose levels.
A recent study by NYU researchers found that sports drinks can cause tooth erosion and hypersensitivity due to high levels of citric acid. The condition affects one in 15 Americans and can lead to severe tooth damage if left untreated.
Researchers at NYU and Harvard created a bipedal, autonomous DNA walker that can move on its own using two fuel strands. The device forms base pairs as it moves along a track of DNA, creating energy for movement.
Researchers found that drinking white wine can lead to darker tooth stains due to acids creating rough spots and grooves. Red wine still causes more severe staining than white wine, but a whitening toothpaste can help prevent both types of stains.
A new research study found that satisfaction, organizational commitment, autonomy, opportunities for promotion, and fewer outside job opportunities positively affect new nurse retention. High workload and organizational constraints decreased satisfaction and commitment.
Researchers found that 50% of hippocampal cells differentiate between correct and incorrect responses, influencing new learning by changing cell sensitivity. The study establishes a physiological link between associative learning and processing trial outcomes.
The study found that individuals who focus on individual choices are more loss-averse, while those considering portfolio strategies exhibit less emotional response to losses. This shift in perspective reduces physiological arousal, such as increased sweating, associated with financial losses.
A new study by NYU Professor Mitchell Moss suggests that the Robert T. Stafford Act is out of date and requires revision to provide rapid financial assistance after a catastrophe. The act's failure to recognize 21st-century threats and its lack of distinction between rural and urban disasters are major concerns.
Researchers have identified two key brain regions responsible for forming first impressions, including the amygdala and posterior cingulate cortex. These regions process emotional and value-based information to form a quick and lasting impression of others.
Researchers at NYU College of Dentistry have been awarded a five-year grant to investigate the cooperative interactions between HIV viruses that aid in replication and disease persistence. The team aims to understand how these interactions speed up virus evolution, which could lead to new ways of slowing or stopping HIV replication.
Researchers developed a two-armed nanorobotic device that can capture and maneuver molecules within DNA structures, enabling the creation of new materials and potential applications in synthetic fibers, encryption, and computer assembly.
Research reveals complementary paths to successful microfinance industry expansion, embracing both nonprofit and commercial options. Commercial banks and social businesses have benefits and limitations, with average loan sizes varying significantly.
Researchers found that ordinary plant cells can replace lost organs and tissue without the need for stem cells, a function previously thought to be exclusive to stem cells. The study suggests that plants can regenerate without stem cells through a process of reprogramming.
A New York University study suggests that registered nurses with a second degree are an efficient solution to the current nursing shortage. Second degree nurses tend to be older and more motivated, having coping advantages over newer graduates, which can lead to better job satisfaction and retention rates.
Choong-Seock Chang, a NYU researcher, has received a massive DOE award to simulate plasma behavior on the world's most powerful computer. His goal is to advance research in plasma fusion, which could provide environmentally safe electricity for over a million years.
Researchers identified FKBP12, a protein regulating mTOR activity, as key to understanding autism and OCD in mice. The study found enhanced synaptic plasticity and contextual memory but also perseverative and repetitive behaviors, common in individuals with these disorders.
Researchers at NYU's Center for Genomics and Systems Biology identified approximately 300 genes that break phenotypic robustness when knocked out, leading to physical differences in the species. These findings provide new understanding of how organisms develop and function reliably despite environmental changes.
Researchers aim to develop new computational models of visual system learning and uncover mechanisms that explain the learning process in neural circuits. The project seeks to understand the role of feedback connections in the visual cortex during learning.
A team of researchers attributes the sudden thinning of Jakobshavn Isbræ, one of Greenland's largest glaciers, to subsurface ocean warming and atmospheric changes. The study suggests that ocean temperatures may play a more significant role in glacier flow than previously thought.
NYU researchers discovered that critical spacing is a key parameter in brain's cortical architecture underlying object recognition. The spacing between objects determines whether they can be identified or 'crowded' and unrecognizable.
Researchers at New York University used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to study patterns of brain activation during experimental auctions. They found that participants' exaggerated response to losses in the auction game correlated with their tendency to overbid, suggesting that the fear of losing social competition may le...
Researchers have found that the neural mechanisms underlying the extinction of fear and cognitive emotion regulation are more similar than previously thought. The study used fMRI to compare brain activation patterns during these processes in humans, revealing overlap in regions such as the ventral medial prefrontal cortex (vmPFC) and d...
New York University has received a $490,000 NSF grant to support female faculty at all levels and broaden participation of women in science through research, workshops, and training seminars. The initiative aims to increase the representation and advancement of women in academic science and engineering careers.
Researchers at NYU and AMNH will model two plant species, Arabidopsis thaliana and Oryza sativa, using bioinformatics to gain insights into protein structure and function. The project aims to annotate the functions of unknown proteins in plant genomes, shedding light on their roles in cellular processes.
Researchers discovered a gene linked to melon sex switching, which suggests evolutionary selection favoring the mutation. This finding provides insights into the molecular basis of sex determination and different sexual systems in plants.
A new study led by NYU Dentistry shows that weak HIV viruses can replicate and contribute to AIDS development through cooperative interaction with stronger viruses. This mechanism enables some viruses to reproduce faster and evade immune responses.
Researchers discovered that using mental strategies can decrease arousal linked to the anticipation of a potential reward. The study sheds light on how emotion regulation affects decision-making and may help control positive emotions and eventual urges, such as drug cravings.