A new study challenges the long-standing view that our ability to see the unexpected is impaired when our attention is directed elsewhere. Researchers found that people are more likely to spot unexpected objects moving quickly, but less adept at noticing them when they move slowly.
A new study finds that midwifery care is associated with higher levels of autonomy and respect during childbirth, particularly in community settings. Midwives attended 12% of births, mostly in hospitals, while community births were more common with midwife attendance.
A team of researchers at NYU College of Dentistry has successfully modified an existing anti-nausea drug to target the endosomes within cells, thereby providing a more prolonged analgesic effect. The modified netupitant showed improved pain-relieving properties compared to its original form and other drugs targeting similar receptors.
A team of scientists led by NYU Abu Dhabi researcher Mohamad Ali-Dib discovered an Earth-sized exoplanet named LP 791-18 d. The planet may be carpeted with volcanoes and sustain water in liquid form, making it potentially habitable.
Researchers found turbulent convection powers flows with solid bodies, moving in two directions and rotating together. The study sheds light on the interaction between fluids and solids, offering insights into Earth's inner core and thermal convection.
A new study reveals that crops such as corn, sorghum, and millet have evolved by swapping genetic modules between cells to adapt to environmental changes. Researchers identified trends of gene module trading among the species, which may help scientists pinpoint genes controlling drought tolerance.
A new approach, STING-seq, combines genetic association studies, gene editing, and single-cell sequencing to identify causal variants and genetic mechanisms for blood cell traits. This method can help scientists identify drug targets for diseases with a genetic basis.
A positive school climate characterized by effective leadership and strong family ties can reduce disparities in emotional support and classroom organization for Black and Latine preschoolers. However, instructional support remains a concern despite improved school climate.
A NYU Abu Dhabi study reveals that improvements in visual functions are linked to changes in white matter pathways and specific brain regions. The research confirms the potential of cataract surgery to improve visual function and brain plasticity, especially when performed at a younger age.
A new analysis of three decades of US food policies defines junk food based on a combination of product categories, processing, nutrients, and place. The study identifies common criteria used in existing policies, including exemptions for staple foods and favoring products with lower levels of processing and additives.
The FLASH system is a non-invasive and precise method to modulate hunger levels and treat metabolic and neurologic diseases. It utilizes electrodes on its surface to deliver electrical stimulation to stomach mucosal tissue, regulating the gut-brain axis.
Researchers reconstructed the full state of a quantum liquid using ultracold atoms, offering insights into quantum systems' fluctuations and behavior. This breakthrough has promise for quantum computing, sensing technology, and better characterization of quantum systems.
Approximately 30% of the U.S. population lives in a jurisdiction that has implemented taxes specifically for mental health services, generating over $3.57 billion annually. These taxes often provide a stable revenue stream and are more politically feasible than traditional funding methods.
Researchers found that crowdsourced listeners can accurately assess voice quality for people with Parkinson's disease, supporting the use of crowdsourcing to evaluate speech samples. The study replicated a previous finding that intensive voice and articulation therapies improve voice quality.
A new study by NYU researchers found that students' brainwaves in sync with their classmates and teacher are more likely to learn better. The study used EEG to track brain activity during lectures, finding that synchrony between brainwaves predicted higher post-lecture test scores.
A recent study found that hospitals serving more vulnerable childbearing populations tend to have inadequate nurse staffing levels, which can lead to poor maternal health outcomes. The researchers surveyed 3,471 registered nurses from 271 hospitals and discovered inconsistencies in nurse-to-patient ratios with national staffing standards.
A team of researchers has discovered new laws governing fluid flow through experiments on drinking straws, defying previously known resistance laws. The findings have promise for improving fluid handling in medical and engineering applications.
A new database has been launched to provide accurate and consistent data on minority-serving institutions (MSIs) in the US. The MSI Data Project offers dashboards with data on institutional characteristics, enrollment, and graduation metrics for MSIs from 2017-2021.
A team of NYU Abu Dhabi researchers analyzed 1 million papers to reveal disparities in editorial boards, review times, and citation rates for non-white scientists. Non-white editors are underrepresented, with Black researchers facing the longest review times and lowest citation rates.
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have discovered a novel method of harvesting water from naturally occurring sources like fog and dew using organic crystals. The findings hold potential for creating new technologies to utilize aerial humidity, which could combat global water scarcity.
A growing connection between diabetes, oral health, and dementia highlights the importance of dental care and diabetes management as we age. Older adults with both poor oral health and diabetes experience accelerated cognitive decline, emphasizing the need for regular dental visits and adherence to diabetes treatment.
A web-based program educating mothers about reliable health information and vaccine-preventable illnesses was effective in persuading vaccine-hesitant mothers to vaccinate themselves and their infants. The study found that 82% of hesitant pregnant women received flu and Tdap vaccines after participating in the online intervention.
A global team of researchers created an algorithmic tool to identify existing drugs that could be effective against the next pandemic. The PHENotype SIMulator (PHENSIM) uses computer experiments to analyze biomolecules and predict antiviral effects, identifying potential candidates for repurposing.
A team of NYU Abu Dhabi researchers has developed a highly-efficient, organic solvent-free method to convert polyethylene-based plastic bags and polypropylene-based surgical masks into carbon dots. The process can upcycle single-use plastics contaminated with organic waste, reducing harm to ecosystems.
A new machine learning model developed by NYU researchers can predict food crises up to 12 months in advance by analyzing news articles and their frequency. The model shows a high correlation between news coverage and on-the-ground occurrences of risk factors, indicating its potential as an early-warning system.
A new study by NYU researchers found that infants excel at spotting motivations driving human actions, while state-of-the-art AI models struggle. By comparing infant and machine intelligence on a series of tasks, the researchers shed light on the limitations of current AI systems.
The US is not prepared to combat the spread of animal-borne diseases due to gaps among governmental agencies. A 'One Health' approach is needed to govern human-animal interactions effectively.
Researchers at NYU College of Dentistry have developed a single score to describe the level of cytokines in saliva, which correlates with the severity of clinical gum inflammation. The study found that higher levels of cytokines in saliva match greater gum inflammation.
Researchers found that gatekeeper mutations in kinases can destabilize the inactive form, making them more active and prone to cancer recurrence. This could inform which drugs oncologists use as a first-line treatment.
Researchers have developed a new system to facilitate the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal motility disorders. The ingestible 'smart pill' tracks movement through the GI tract using magnetic fields, allowing for more accurate and efficient diagnosis and targeted therapeutic interventions.
A NYU school dental program using silver diamine fluoride and sealants prevented 80% of cavities in a randomized trial. The study suggests an efficient and cost-effective approach to improving children's oral health through school-based care.
A new study published in Games for Health Journal found that a virtual reality boxing game called BOXVR reduced adolescent stress and improved cognitive function compared to a guided YouTube-guided boxing exercise. The VR group also reported greater enjoyment after each session.
A study published in Science Advances found a direct link between violence and lifetime uncertainty, which is measured as the spread in age at death. The researchers analyzed mortality data for 162 countries and found that the most violent countries have the lowest life expectancy and highest lifetime uncertainty.
A study by NYU researchers found that music excerpts can accurately predict listeners' preferences for entire songs, regardless of clip length. The results suggest that the general vibe of a song is more important than its individual notes in evoking emotions in listeners.
Researchers at New York University captured extremely fast dynamics of water molecules moving around salt ions at a scale of over a trillion times per second. The findings allow for more reliable models of ion dynamics, which could improve rechargeable batteries and MRIs.
An international team of scientists suggests that an outward, fast migration of Jupiter can distort the configuration of Trojan swarms, resulting in more stable orbits in one swarm than the other. This new mechanism provides a natural explanation for the observed asymmetry in the number of asteroids in the L4 and L5 swarms.
A study by NYU Abu Dhabi researchers found that women are consistently underrepresented among scientific journal editors, with fewer female editors publishing their research in the journals they edit. The study highlights the need for diversity and representation amongst editors to foster a more inclusive scientific community.
Researchers found parallel genomic signatures in urban Anolis cristatellus lizards, which also exhibit physical differences such as longer limbs and larger toe pads. These adaptations enable the lizards to thrive in cities.
A new study by NYU's Center for Social Media and Politics found that Russian Twitter campaigns during the 2016 presidential race primarily reached a small subset of highly partisan Republicans. Despite influencing efforts, there were no measurable changes in attitudes, polarization, or voting behavior among those exposed to these forei...
Researchers at NYU School of Global Public Health found that healthcare costs and out-of-pocket expenditures have continued to rise despite the Affordable Care Act improvements. Women with employer-sponsored insurance report greater difficulty paying for needed health care services, particularly dental and mental health care.
Researchers have discovered physical forces and hydrodynamic flows that ensure proper functioning of life's blueprint. The study provides insights into the genome's organization and function, shedding light on its biophysical origins. This knowledge is crucial for understanding genetic disorders and human diseases.
A new study found that Black women with depression more often report somatic and self-critical symptoms than traditional depression symptoms. The study suggests that health care providers may miss these symptoms, resulting in underdiagnosis and undertreatment.
Researchers used a new model to predict the environmental effects of increased desalination and climate change in the Gulf region through 2050. They found that while salinity increases may occur, their impact on marine life is unlikely to be significant.
A study by researchers found that NYC health inspectors issued disproportionately high citations to Asian restaurants in January and February 2020, highlighting systemic racism and perpetuation of stereotypes. The study suggests that biases against specific types of restaurants can lead to unequal treatment and exacerbate existing ineq...
A new analysis finds that the US lacks effective government oversight of food marketing and research on children, allowing companies to target unhealthy products at vulnerable populations. The industry's self-regulation efforts have failed to keep pace with modern marketing practices.
A large-scale analysis of over 2,700 species of anurans reveals that the vertebral stripe evolves repeatedly and is adaptive to the animal's habitat. The study identifies a key gene linked to the stripe pattern, which may allow species to adapt to environmental changes.
Research finds that White children who believe racial inequalities are caused by intrinsic differences show more racial bias against Black children. In contrast, those who see external factors as causes of inequality are less likely to exhibit biases.
Researchers have found that genetic differences within individual sperm cells can affect their swimming behavior, which has implications for fertility and birth defects. The study identified greater variability in velocity among mutated samples compared to normal ones.
A new study by NYU researchers reveals that our brains use a 'time-stamp' mechanism to process the order of incoming sounds, allowing us to correctly recognize words being said. The brain achieves this feat by correlating different neural populations with specific speech sounds and time-stamping each sound with its relative order.
A new analysis finds that intensified meat production can bring short-term rewards, such as decreased deforestation, but long-term risks, including the spread of zoonotic diseases like avian influenza. The study suggests that shifting to plant-rich options and supporting forest protections may be necessary to mitigate these risks.