Researchers at Temple University and the University of Maryland have discovered a new class of non-Joulian magnets that expand their volume when placed in a magnetic field. These magnets can generate negligible amounts of wasteful heat during energy harvesting, making them ideal for creating compact omnidirectional actuators.
A study published at Temple University reveals that the dispersant used in the Deepwater Horizon oil spill is more toxic to cold-water corals than the spilled oil. The researchers found that a lower concentration of dispersant was lethal to the corals, highlighting the potential risks of using these chemicals to clean up oil spills.
A study by Temple University researchers found that an estimated 28,000 endangered Madagascar lemurs are being illegally kept as pets in urban areas, threatening conservation efforts. The trade may drive some species closer to extinction and cause populations to go extinct altogether.
Researchers at Temple University discovered that oxygen free radicals bind to a protein receptor in the brain called the thromboxane receptor, transmitting signals that increase amyloid beta and tau production. Blocking this receptor has shown promise in neutralizing Alzheimer's disease symptoms.
Dietary supplements can cause severe health issues and are often ineffective. States should increase regulation of these products to protect consumers, particularly adolescents. Recommended state actions include conducting laboratory testing, generating safety warnings, and instituting minimum age purchase limits.
Adults who experienced childhood adversity show poorer health but those with high mindfulness report better health regardless of adversity levels. Nearly half of adults have multiple types of adverse childhood experiences, and those with higher mindfulness levels have a 50% lower risk of health conditions.
The Fatherhood Research and Practice Network (FRPN) aims to evaluate fatherhood programs and communicate information leading to effective practice and research. The project focuses on three areas: fathers' engagement, economic security, and co-parenting/healthy relationships to improve program delivery.
Researchers at Temple University found that chronic sleep disturbance can trigger the onset of Alzheimer's disease. The study used a transgenic mouse model to show that sleep deprivation impairs memory and tau metabolism, leading to accelerated brain pathology.
Researchers found that smellizing, imagining a product's smell, increases consumers' desire to consume and purchase advertised food products. This effect is strongest when the image of the product can be seen at the same time as the imagined smell.
Researchers found tumor-suppressing genes Rb1 and Rb2/p130 regulate fat tissue formation and function. Dysregulation can lead to overproduction of fat tissue, causing obesity-related diseases such as diabetes and cancer.
Researchers found that adolescent mice consume more alcohol when surrounded by peers, challenging the assumption that peer pressure is solely responsible for teen risk-taking. This study supports Steinberg's previous findings that peer influence primes the reward system in adolescents.
A new study published in Pediatrics found that children who slept more for a week consumed an average of 134 fewer calories per day and weighed half a pound less compared to those who slept less. The study suggests that enhancing school-age children's sleep at night could have important implications for preventing and treating obesity.
Women working in Head Start programs experience higher rates of physical health conditions, depression, and poor overall health. The researchers suggest addressing the staff's health through wellness initiatives, mindfulness, and a supportive workplace culture.
The First-ever Information Systems Job Index reveals a healthy job market for college students majoring in information systems, with nearly three-quarters receiving at least one job offer. IS graduates have an average salary of $57,212 for bachelor's programs and $65,394 for master's programs.
Researchers studied TaoBao, China's leading online marketplace, to examine the efficacy of using CMC technology to build guanxi and turn one-time shoppers into loyal customers. The study found that instant messaging and feedback systems helped create a sense of personal rapport, achieving a loyalty rate of 71.3%.
A Temple University study found that well-maintained urban vegetation can lower crime rates, particularly for robberies and assaults, by encouraging social interaction and community supervision. The presence of grass, trees, and shrubs is associated with reduced crime rates in Philadelphia.
A new study from Temple University psychology professor Marsha Weinraub found that most babies sleep through the night, waking up only about once per week, by six months. The research revealed two groups: sleepers and transitional sleepers, with 66% of babies not waking at all and a majority being boys.
In pre-clinical experiments, Angiocidin reduced acute myeloid leukemia (AML) cells by almost two-thirds, demonstrating its potential as a safer treatment alternative to standard-of-care chemotherapy agents like Ara-C. The protein also stimulated maturation in affected white cells, causing them to behave like normal cells.
A study by Temple University found a significant association between decreased kidney function and reduced global cognitive ability, abstract reasoning, and verbal memory. Researchers tracked 590 individuals over five years to examine the longitudinal impact of renal decline on cognitive functioning.
Spatial cognition researchers will form a virtual institute to collaborate and advance the field of spatial intelligence and learning. The Thematic Network in Spatial Cognition aims to establish spatial cognition as a scientific discipline, with relevance to education in STEM fields and professional areas.
A study by Temple University found that fast food menus have doubled in size, but calorie counts have changed little between 1997 and 2010. The average calorie content of foods offered by major U.S. fast food restaurants remained stable, while entree salads and sweetened teas became increasingly popular additions to the menus.
A study by Temple University researchers found that free room giveaways are less profitable than alternative comps such as free travel and parking. In fact, casinos could see an $8.45 return on every dollar spent on their own travel and parking promotions compared to only a $2.51 return on room, food, or beverage giveaways.
A new feasibility study by Temple University researchers found that a 6-month clinic-based community program helped 10% fewer children overcome obesity. The program, which included weight loss and management lessons for kids and their parents, was successfully implemented in the community.
A Temple University study reveals that 45% of highly paid professionals who were laid off would consider returning to their previous employer, emphasizing the need for fair and transparent layoff decisions. The research also highlights the impact of layoffs on survivors' attitudes towards their former employer.
A comprehensive analysis of studies on educational interventions to improve spatial thinking found that people of all ages can benefit from training in various spatial skills.
A study by Temple University found that parents' work-life stress hinders healthy eating in families, particularly among urban fathers who face higher rates of unemployment. Fathers and mothers experience different challenges in preparing meals, with mothers spending more time on food preparation but reporting fewer family meals.
Clinicians must address the immediate safety issue of a gun in the home to effectively engage rural parents in preventing youth suicide. The study found that relating one's own experience with guns increases credibility with parents.
A study by Temple University found that personalized greetings in emails deter 95% of customers, while product personalization boosts responses to 98%. Researchers suggest using customer data effectively to build trust and drive sales.
A study found that doctors who rarely meet with pharmaceutical sales representatives are slower to change prescriptions based on new information, taking up to four times longer than their peers. The study suggests that limiting access to reps can result in serious information gaps and affect prescription behavior.
Researchers found bands of fast and slow growth in Edmontosaurus fossils, indicating periodic seasonal stresses. The study suggests these dinosaurs adapted to Arctic conditions by living year-round, rather than migrating to warmer regions.
Researchers at Temple University found that high-fat diets alter metabolic pathways in healthy colon tissue, leading to increased colon cancer risk. Epigenetic marks on genes involved in breaking down carbohydrates and lipids were retrained in normal tissue from patients with colon cancer.
A nationwide study found that mirroring a customer base improves consumer satisfaction and employee productivity, resulting in significant annual gains. Higher racioethnic matching boosts the bottom line due to increased customer identification, reduced mistreatment, and better service for similar customers.
Researchers at Temple University have discovered a protein that regulates amyloid beta production and controls a biochemical chain reaction linked to Alzheimer's development. The protein, 12/15-Lipoxygenase, targets Beta secretase (BACE-1), an enzyme key to amyloid plaque formation.
A study found that minority religions view malls as central meeting places, seeking comfort in shared beliefs. Dominant religious groups experience 'consumption mass hysteria,' leading to debt and excess.
A new study found that adding a small amount of dip to vegetables helps bitter-sensitive children eat more. Researchers found that offering low-fat dips increased broccoli consumption by 80% among bitter-sensitive children.
A recent study by Temple University researchers found that online marketplaces like eBay and Amazon prioritize risk reduction over social aspects of transactions. The authors analyzed buyer data to gauge assessments of online safeguards, finding that economic risk is a significant consideration only in moderately risky markets.
Overweight teenagers in Philadelphia report wanting to lose weight, but their actions are more hindrance than help. The study found that obese teens are more likely to smoke and consume soda daily, despite exercising regularly.
Researchers at Temple University found that cannabidiol, a non-psychoactive compound in marijuana, can prevent the onset of neuropathic pain caused by chemotherapy drugs. The study's lead author notes that cannabidiol may be an effective therapeutic for breast cancer patients experiencing debilitating pain.
Researchers found that African-American endothelial cells produce nearly 90% more microparticles during inflammation than Caucasian cells. This increased production is associated with higher levels of hypertension in individuals.
A new study from Temple University found that medical examiners and appointed coroners are less likely to underreport suicides compared to elected coroners. This suggests that insulation from public pressure can lead to more accurate suicide reporting.
A Temple University study found that teenage girls significantly influence their mothers' purchasing decisions, particularly for personal items like makeup and clothing. The 'doppelganger effect' suggests mothers tend to mimic their daughters' consumption behavior rather than vice versa.
A Temple University study found that urban residents' rates of borrowing prescription medication were comparable to the national average, challenging stereotypes about lower socioeconomic groups. The majority of borrowed medications were for convenience and obtained from friends or family members.
A new Temple University study analyzes distracted driving laws passed between 1992 and 2010, revealing significant variation in laws across states. The research highlights the need for systematic evaluation of distracted driving laws to inform effective policy-making.
Researchers at Temple University discovered that a magnetic field can reduce blood viscosity by 20-30%, posing a potential new way to prevent heart attacks. By polarizing red blood cells and streamlining their movement, the magnetic field decreases friction against blood vessel walls.
A new study suggests that responding to workplace anger with compassion, rather than sanctions, can promote positive change. Researchers found no connection between firing an irate employee and solving underlying workplace problems.
Researchers found that Zileuton, an asthma drug, reduced gamma secretase's production of amyloid beta and subsequent plaque buildup in the brain by over 50% in a transgenic mouse model. This breakthrough suggests potential for new Alzheimer's treatment using an FDA-approved medication.
A five-year grant will fund research on simple yet authoritative strategies to promote healthy food choices and portion sizes among low-income pre-schoolers. The study aims to reduce the risk of childhood obesity by providing mothers with straightforward feeding guidance.
A new peptide has demonstrated efficacy against triple negative breast cancer, extending average survival time by 80% compared to chemotherapy. The leptin receptor antagonist peptide targets a protein that promotes cancer development in obese individuals.
A study published in Social Science and Medicine found that online peer support groups had a mixed effect on the well-being of participants with severe mental illnesses. While there was no significant improvement in their condition, participants reported feeling supported and benefited from online connections with peers.
A new study by Temple University psychologists Jason Chein and Laurence Steinberg found that the presence of peers heightens teens' sensitivity to rewards, leading them to take more risks. The researchers used fMRI to measure brain activity in adolescents, young adults, and adults while playing a simulated driving game.