Professor Karen Adolph, a leading researcher in infant motor development, has been named an American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow. Her work focuses on understanding how infants adapt to changes in their bodies and environments through observable motor behaviors and technologies.
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have developed an innovative sensing system that restores tactile feedback in minimally invasive surgery. The 'off-the-jaw' system integrates force and angle sensors into laparoscopic tools, providing real-time measurements of grasping forces and tissue stiffness.
A new study by NYU researchers found that adults living with HIV in Malawi are more than twice as likely to also have dementia compared to those without HIV. The study sheds light on the significant burden of dementia among people living with HIV in resource-poor settings.
A lack of access to dentists during the COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in hospital visits for children's painful dental issues. Research found a 62% increase in emergency department visits from Medicaid-insured kids, with young children being seen twice as often.
Researchers developed an AI model that predicts fluidity of videoconferences based on conversational turn-taking, facial actions, and body movements. The model accurately gauged conversations with long gaps in turn-taking as less enjoyable than those with more dynamic exchanges.
A new study by psychology researchers reveals that parents across the US are more likely to use gender-neutral labels for boys than for girls, reinforcing the notion of a male default in child-directed speech. This bias has significant consequences for issues of gender equity.
Researchers found that some coral reef fish exhibit higher thermal tolerance in the Arabian Gulf's variable thermal environment, but overall biodiversity is lower. This suggests that only certain species can adapt to environmental changes, and highlights the need for further investigation into climate change impacts.
Researchers have developed a specialized nanoscale material that illuminates cancer cells under freezing conditions, improving surgical precision. This technology enhances surgeons' ability to detect and remove cancer cells during cryosurgery.
Researchers have developed an AI method to illuminate nanoparticle behavior, revealing key dynamics and instabilities. The technique combines electron microscopy with AI to capture atomic-level structural changes at unprecedented time resolution.
New York University physicist Glennys Farrar introduces a theory explaining the origin of Ultrahigh Energy Cosmic Rays, created through Binary Neutron Star mergers. This process generates powerful magnetic outflows and gravitational waves, providing a groundbreaking tool for understanding cataclysmic events.
A team of New York University scientists created a computer model that can represent and generate human-like goals by learning from how people create games. The AI model successfully captured the ways humans develop new goals and generated its own playful goals indistinguishable from human-created ones.
Researchers propose a new method to assess animal consciousness using behavioral and anatomical features associated with conscious processing in humans. The 'marker method' involves identifying similar properties in nonhumans, which may yield insights into the nature of consciousness and its implications for human understanding.
A study by NYU Abu Dhabi researchers found that children from the Fulani group have a distinct immune response to malaria, with key differences in immune cell activity offering greater protection. The study highlights the impact of genetics and lifestyle on immune responses.
Cancer cells work together to source nutrients from their environment, a cooperative process that can be targeted for treating cancer. Researchers identified key enzymes and mechanisms behind this cooperation, including the enzyme CNDP2, which can be inhibited by the drug bestatin.
Five NYU faculty members have been awarded Sloan Foundation fellowships for their research in inflation dynamics, antibiotics, molecular assembly, geometric interactions, and robotics. The fellowship recognizes exceptional researchers making significant contributions to their fields.
A study of 9,387 nurses from 35 countries reveals widespread mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and burnout. Nurses experienced more symptoms at work than at home, with loss and public aggression posing significant threats to their mental health.
Yann LeCun, NYU's Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences professor, has been selected as a winner of the 2025 Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering for his groundbreaking research on artificial neural networks. His work enabled machines to process and learn from vast amounts of data in ways previously unimaginable.
Research suggests that labor and delivery units with adequate nurse staffing have lower cesarean birth rates and higher vaginal birth rates. Hospitals aligned with national standards for nurse staffing saw a 11% decrease in C-sections, indicating improved maternal outcomes.
Researchers found that adding audio to a moving subway scene increased balance challenges for people with vestibular problems. The study, published in PLOS ONE, suggests that sounds can be a disruptive factor for those with vestibular hypofunction, a condition resulting in impaired balance.
Researchers found that the percentage of female students identifying as LGBQ more than doubled between 2015 and 2021, correlating with a rise in suicidal ideation, planning, and attempts among females. This trend is not observed among male students, emphasizing the need for targeted support for LGBQ youth.
Researchers discovered that boys tend to overestimate their abilities compared to girls and are more likely to negotiate for higher bonuses. In a series of experiments, children aged six to nine showed similar perceptions of negotiation but differed in how they applied these perceptions to real-life scenarios.
A study by New York University researchers found that public policies addressing economic security, alcohol consumption, and safety restrictions can effectively prevent suicide deaths in the US. Policies with strong evidence include those improving economic security, limiting access to alcohol, and restricting lethal means.
Researchers found that NYC teachers are more likely to stay in schools with a principal and peers of the same race/ethnicity. Black teachers were 14% less likely to leave schools led by a Black principal compared to a White principal.
A new study from New York University found that framing the gender gap in terms of 'men's overrepresentation' instead of 'women's underrepresentation' elicits more anger among women and increases perceptions of injustice. This framing also prompts women to take action to address the issue.
A team of mathematicians discovered that hula hooping relies on the body's slope and curvature to hold the hoop against gravity. The research findings also point to new ways to harness energy and improve robotic positioners.
New discoveries by NYU researchers find that impaired regulatory T cells are a key contributor to Sjögren's disease in both mice and humans. Calcium signaling also plays a crucial role in the development of the autoimmune disorder, which affects glands producing saliva and tears.
A team of physicists has validated string theory by developing an innovative mathematical method that points to its inevitability. This breakthrough uses the bootstrap principle to show that string theory is the only consistent answer for scattering amplitudes, bringing researchers closer to understanding the universe.
A new study finds that large language models are prone to social identity biases, favoring their perceived ingroup while expressing negativity toward outgroups. However, the researchers discovered that carefully selecting the training data can reduce these biases, suggesting promising directions for improving AI development and training.
Increasing serotonin levels in the gut epithelium improves symptoms of anxiety and depression in animal studies, suggesting a new therapeutic approach. The study also highlights the risk of digestive issues in children exposed to antidepressants during pregnancy.
A new study by New York University psychology researchers found that young children in the US are less likely than adults to view discriminatory acts as harmful. However, by the age of 8, children begin to recognize discrimination as more harmful when targeting certain groups. The study suggests the importance of teaching children abou...
Researchers at NYU Pain Research Center have found a new receptor for nerve growth factor that plays an important role in pain signaling. The discovery holds promise for finding new treatments for arthritis and other forms of inflammatory and cancer pain without the side effects of recent therapies.
A study by New York University researchers found that cities in the US are facilitating the spread of spotted lanternflies through warmer climates and urbanization. The insects' life cycle is lengthening, allowing them to reproduce and spread further north, posing a threat to local ecosystems.
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have developed a new material that efficiently detects and removes perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) from drinking water, potentially revolutionizing water purification efforts worldwide. The breakthrough addresses global concerns over PFAS, or 'forever chemicals', which pose severe health risks.
The most selective US universities have nearly closed the gender gap in physics, engineering, and computer science degrees, while less selective institutions have seen it widen. Women's representation in these fields is approaching parity at highly selective universities.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at a younger age are more likely to develop dementia. The researchers analyzed data from over 1,200 U.S. adults and found a graded association between age at diagnosis and dementia risk.
A team of researchers has developed Janus crystals that capture humidity from the air with high efficiency, enabling a spontaneous and energy-free process for collecting potable water. The discovery could provide an endless source of clean water, addressing global water scarcity issues.
Researchers at New York University developed a mathematical approach, Crystal Math, to predict molecular crystal structures in hours, bypassing weeks or months of supercomputer processing. This breakthrough could speed up R&D for drugs and electronic devices.
A study by New York University researchers shows that non-brain cells, such as those from the kidney and nerve tissues, can form memories through a process called the massed-spaced effect. This phenomenon allows these cells to retain information better when studied in spaced intervals rather than all at once.
A new study uses CRISPR-Cas13 to identify nearly 800 noncoding RNAs that are functional and essential for cell function, including in cancer and human development. The researchers found that these RNA molecules modulate key pathways for cell proliferation and can serve as potential biomarkers and therapeutic targets for cancer treatment.
Researchers suggest that small cutbacks in higher-income countries could remove 125 billion tons of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, allowing forests to regrow and sequester more CO2. This approach would require cutting global cattle herds by less than half, while still maintaining livestock grazing on native grasslands.
A new analysis conducted at New York University shows that political polarization poses significant health risks in the US by obstructing policy implementation, discouraging individual action to take remedies, and fostering the spread of misinformation. The study suggests potential ways to minimize its impact on Americans' health, incl...
Researchers created a 3D-printed model to mimic the conditions that spur cancer cells' spread, allowing them to visualize this process in real-time. The model revealed a mechanism where low oxygen levels promote metastasis through lowering pH levels.
Researchers found that the brain's language comprehension system can detect the basic structure of a short sentence in roughly 150 milliseconds, similar to visual scene perception. This rapid processing capacity suggests that our brains may be able to make snap decisions based on quick messages.
Researchers found that active genes contribute to the stirring motion of the genome, with compaction affecting gene motion. The study reveals unexpected connections among gene activity, genome packing, and genome-wide motions.
A new study found that lower-income adults with Medicare Advantage plans struggling to pay for dental, vision, and hearing services despite coverage. Higher-quality plans had better dental coverage, but not for hearing and vision.
A new study by NYU researchers reveals that more than 60% of the US population has access to certified community behavioral health clinics, which provide mental health and substance use disorder treatment services. The clinics are expanding crisis mental health services, including mobile crisis response teams and stabilization.
A recent study published in American Journal of Education found that White English-speaking students are the only group with a positive relationship between early STEM aptitude and majoring in a STEM subject in college. For Black and Latine students, early STEM aptitude does not translate into STEM enrollment.
Morgan's research focuses on the exploitation of enslaved women, highlighting their role in the economic foundations of slavery. Her work deepens understanding of the intertwined issues of racism, capitalism, and gender in early America.
A new study published in PNAS Nexus reveals that users with extreme political views are more likely to both encounter and believe false news on social media. The researchers used Twitter data and surveys to estimate exposure and belief in articles, finding that early interventions can be effective in reducing the spread of misinformation.
A new study analyzing over five million births found a 10.6% increase in preterm births between 2011 and 2022, with racial and socioeconomic disparities persisting. Factors like diabetes, high blood pressure, and mental health conditions became more common, while protective factors such as prenatal care and WIC participation declined.