A first-year undergraduate at the University of Chicago discovered a significant decrease in coronary revascularization interventions following the implementation of AUC, resulting in potential cost savings of over $2.3 billion nationwide. The study suggests that informed decision-making among physicians can lead to decreased costs whi...
Scientists have developed a shape-shifting molecule that tricks viruses into mutating themselves to death. This breakthrough could lead to the development of more effective anti-viral treatments.
The UChicago Materials Research Center has received a six-year, $20.6 million grant from the NSF to investigate materials formed far from equilibrium and explore new paradigms for material fabrication and response. The center will support three IRGs addressing fundamental issues in soft materials, active materials, and quantum materials.
Researchers have developed compounds that can be applied as a liquid or paste to join two pieces of a semiconductor by heating them to several hundred degrees Celsius, creating seamless joints. This breakthrough technology has diverse applications in industries such as printable electronics, 3-D printing, and solar cells.
Researchers at the University of Chicago have successfully created a roton structure in an atomic superfluid of cesium-133 using the shaken lattice technique. This breakthrough enables experimentation on long-cloaked mysteries of the roton, potentially paving the way for increased robustness in superconductors.
Researchers at the University of Chicago observed three exotic, gigantic molecules with a geometric scaling phenomenon, where one molecule is about 5 times larger than the previous one. The findings follow Vitaly Efimov's theoretical prediction in 1970 and demonstrate the power of quantum mechanics.
A team of scientists found that collisions helped transform initially porous materials into solid asteroids and meteorites by absorbing energy in the porous matrix. This process likely occurred due to electrostatics and shock waves generated by high-velocity collisions, resulting in a cosmic speed limit for colliding objects.
Researchers found specific brain markers linked to social and moral evaluation processes in children, predicting their generous behavior. The study demonstrates the role of automatic and controlled neural responses in guiding prosocial actions in children as young as three years old.
A group of economists and lawyers recommend updating the Social Cost of Carbon estimate every five years to incorporate the latest research, ensuring its reliability. The authors argue that a single estimate should be maintained and shared by all government agencies to provide consistent climate policies.
A new study from the University of Chicago Crime Lab and the University of Pennsylvania found that a public summer jobs program for high school students from disadvantaged neighborhoods in Chicago reduced violent crime arrests by 43 percent. The program offered eight weeks of part-time employment at Illinois minimum wage, accompanied b...
The plan aims to reduce carbon emissions from power plants by 30% by 2030 through various actions such as improving efficiency, using natural gas, expanding renewables, and creating energy efficiency programs. However, economists argue that the current design of the plan may not achieve its intended emissions reductions due to a lack o...
Carter Abney has developed a new method to extract uranium from seawater using metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), which could provide a sustainable energy source. The technology also has implications for reducing radioactive waste by removing minor actinides, extending nuclear power capabilities.
Jacob Bean, an assistant professor at UChicago, has received a 2014 Packard Fellowship to study exoplanets and their atmospheres. He aims to gain a deeper understanding of planetary formation, chemistry, and habitability.
Research suggests that effective interventions require a comprehensive approach addressing mental illness, substance abuse, trauma exposure, and social issues. New strategies aim to alleviate overrepresentation of individuals with serious mental health issues in the criminal justice system.
Mathematician Alex Eskin has been selected as a 2014 Simons Investigator to tackle long-term studies of fundamental questions in mathematics. He aims to understand the behavior of billiard balls in various polygons, shedding light on ergodicity and randomness.
Professor Matthew Stephens at the University of Chicago has received a $1.5 million Moore Foundation grant to develop and apply statistical methods for integrating diverse types of biological data. His work aims to improve our understanding of genetic regulation within living cells.
A new study finds that insomnia symptoms in older adults may stem from poor sleep quality rather than long sleep hours. Discrepancies between self-reported insomnia and objective assessments using wrist actigraphy revealed that most older adults get sufficient sleep, but struggle with feeling rested.
University of Chicago physicists explain a mysterious effect found in superfluids, revealing it was due to whirlpool-like structures rather than exotic solitons. The result challenged accepted theories and sparked a scientific debate.
Researchers at UChicago and Argonne National Lab developed a new polymer that enhances the efficiency of solar cells. The addition of PID2 improved the production of electricity by allowing charges to move more easily throughout the cell.
A new study found that hearing diverse languages in infancy can make babies more open-minded in their social learning. Infants from diverse neighborhoods were more likely to imitate actions from a non-English speaker than those from less diverse areas.
A study of 188 African American females found that gang involvement is associated with high-risk behaviors such as casual sex partners, substance abuse, and HIV testing. Low self-esteem, emotional problems, and housing instability are also linked to a higher likelihood of gang involvement.
Researcher Susan Goldin-Meadow found that hand gestures play a crucial role in language learning for both hearing and deaf children. Gestures help children develop language skills and can even become a primary means of communication in the absence of a spoken or sign language.
Researchers developed a technique to control and observe individual electrons in nanoscale defects, enabling the creation of quantum-state snapshots. This breakthrough contributes to quantum information processing and could accelerate development of quantum computing devices.
Researchers at University of Chicago developed a new technique to map microscopic environments using molecular vibrations, combining microscopy with two-dimensional infrared spectroscopy. This technique offers data on vibrational dynamics that traditional microscopy lacks, while adding spatial information.
A new study by University of Chicago researchers found that eye patterns concentrate on a stranger's face if the viewer sees them as a potential partner in romantic love, but gaze at the body when feeling sexual desire. This automatic judgment occurs in half a second, producing distinct eye movement patterns.
The University of Chicago is creating a new professorship in tissue engineering, supported by a $3.5 million donation from the Millicent and Eugene Bell Foundation. This endowed chair will foster scholarship on tissue engineering at the MBL and Institute for Molecular Engineering.
A new study of shark teeth from a coastal Arctic Ocean site provides insight into Eocene marine life and suggests that sharks may be able to cope with decreasing salinity. The findings also shed light on the potential impacts of Arctic warming on shark populations.
A comprehensive study by University of Chicago climatologist Raymond Pierrehumbert finds that reducing CO2 emissions is essential for mitigating climate change. The study shows that efforts to reduce other, shorter-lived greenhouse gases are insufficient and may even distract from the urgent need to address CO2 emissions.
A new study by researchers at the University of Chicago suggests that examining children's gestures at an early age can help identify those at risk for language and cognitive delays. The study found that early gesture can be used to diagnose language delays before they appear in speech, allowing for earlier interventions.
University of Chicago scientists have developed new multiscale simulations that reveal the proton permeation mechanism in influenza A, a crucial step in viral replication. This breakthrough could lead to the development of more effective and targeted treatments against the flu.
A team of researchers has successfully replicated the amplification of cosmic magnetic fields in a laboratory experiment, using supercomputer simulations and high-powered laser beams. The findings provide insight into the origins of magnetic fields in interstellar space.
Researchers found a striking lack of diversity in the earliest known fossil bird fauna, with larger birds and water birds missing from the sample. The scientists applied a statistical technique to modern-day birds to relate physical characteristics to behavior, diet, and habitat.
Nizar Ibrahim, a University of Chicago paleontologist, has been selected to National Geographic's Emerging Explorers program. He receives a $10,000 award to aid further research and exploration in the deserts of North Africa, where he discovers fossil footprints and a new species of flying reptile.
Researchers will develop piezoelectric materials and nanometer-scale electromechanical devices to transfer information between quantum states and light using mechanical motion as an intermediary. The goal is to establish a technology that connects individual quantum states and enables the creation of quantum networks.
Research at the University of Chicago found that community doulas significantly improved breastfeeding rates and infant development in young mothers from low-income African American families. The study showed that doulas who were similar to the mothers they supported had a more positive impact on their relationships with their babies.
Research finds that people using a foreign language take a relatively utilitarian approach to moral dilemmas, making decisions based on assessments of what's best for the common good. This pattern holds even in emotionally difficult outcomes, such as sacrificing one life so others could live.
University of Chicago researchers created a proof-of-concept experiment to aid future development of programmable quantum computers. They replicated features of smaller, specialized computers by manipulating trillions of quantum mechanical spins in a crystal.
A new analysis finds that research on diseases of the poor is disproportionately underfunded, exacerbating global health disparities. The study suggests that boosting scientific research within poorer countries could help close this gap and increase studies on underserved diseases.
A recent study by a University of Chicago professor found that night owls, both males and females, are more likely to be single or in short-term romantic relationships than early risers. Night owls also reported higher numbers of sexual partners compared to early birds.
A 3,500-year-old Egyptian inscription describes rain, darkness and stormy weather, suggesting a massive Thera eruption in the Mediterranean Sea. The revised dating of the pharaoh Ahmose's reign could change scholars' understanding of critical junctures in human history.
Researchers found that individuals with high 'justice sensitivity' are driven by cognitive reasoning rather than emotion when evaluating morally good or bad behavior. This suggests that the search for justice is fueled by analysis and mental calculation rather than sentimental motivations.
A husband's agreeable personality and good health appear crucial to preventing conflict among older couples who have been together a long time. Wives report more conflict if their husband is in poor health, but not vice versa.
Research from University of Chicago finds that gesturing with hands is more effective in teaching math than concrete action. Children who use gestures to solve problems generalize the knowledge better, showing an underlying principle. Gestures help children learn abstract concepts and symbols.
A study published in JAMA found that a program designed to move families out of high-poverty neighborhoods had reduced rates of depression and conduct disorder among girls, but increased rates among boys. The study suggests sex differences in the effects of housing mobility on mental health outcomes.
The University of Chicago Crime Lab has received a $1 million MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions to study interventions preventing violence. Researchers have found targeted tutoring programs improve school outcomes and reduce violence among high school students.
Research by John Cacioppo reveals loneliness significantly impacts physical and mental health in older adults, increasing mortality risk. Staying connected with loved ones through social engagement can mitigate these effects.
Research by Virginia Parks found that African-Americans spend more time commuting than any other group, with a 25% increase over average urban commutes. The study highlights the negative impact of racial segregation on low-wage workers, particularly black women who have the longest commutes.
Urban neighborhoods vary significantly across cities, affecting experiences of poverty and access to resources. Studying a single city's poor neighborhoods in-depth can lead to inaccurate generalizations.
Heinrich Jaeger will present a lecture on the cyclical nature of his research, which spans from basic science to technological applications and back again. The study of granular materials has led to new insights into jamming, a property that describes the transition from liquid- to solid-like behavior.
High-quality early childhood education for disadvantaged children can significantly improve cognitive and non-cognitive skills, leading to better academic performance and future success. Strong programs can help bridge the gap between skilled and unskilled individuals, ultimately reducing inequality and boosting productivity in society.