Captisol, developed at KU in 1990, enhances solubility and chemical stability of remdesivir. It was invented by Valentino Stella and Roger Rajewski to address insoluble drugs' limitations.
Avium is developing a Dual Element Matrix Water Electrolyzer to generate hydrogen from water using electricity. The technology has the potential to make hydrogen production friendlier to the environment by reducing materials costs and increasing on-site generation.
A new study reveals evidence of human prehistory beneath the seas in places that were dry during the Last Glacial Maximum. The researchers found many unknown, transitory islands that would have acted like stepping stones luring travelers eastward across the Bering Strait.
A team of investigators at the University of Kansas is developing mathematical models to project how different interventions can stem the spread of COVID-19. The models will account for human behavior, such as public fear and adherence to disease-control measures.
Researchers at the University of Kansas have discovered that the mahogany family dates back to the last hurrah of the dinosaurs, with a fossil found in Canada dating back to the Campanian stage of the Late Cretaceous. The discovery pushes back the known origin of mahogany by 15-20 million years.
A new study reveals that people with avoidant attachment styles are less likely to share food or form intimate relationships due to trust concerns. In contrast, those with secure attachment styles exhibit greater willingness to share food and engage in prosocial behavior.
A new genus of Cambrian sea worm, Utahscolex, has been discovered after a partial fossil specimen was unearthed in Utah in 1969. The discovery, led by Anna Whitaker, sheds light on the evolution of life on Earth and provides insights into the diversity of ancient marine life.
A special edition of Early Childhood Research Quarterly presents 18 language-intervention research studies on the 'word gap,' which documents significant language disparities in young children. The research highlights the need for targeted interventions with parents, educators, and healthcare providers to address these gaps.
University of Kansas researcher Jorge Sobero'n proposes a new method for calculating the correlation between geographic space and species numbers, refining the species-area relationship. The Grinnellian-niche approach accounts for factors beyond area size, such as temperature and environmental conditions.
Engineers from the University of Kansas are flying a specially equipped Cessna over the Black Hills to measure snow depths and predict streamflow. The goal is to incorporate these measurements into hydrological models to better predict how melting snow affects regional streams and rivers.
A recent study found that climate change NGOs from rich countries in the global north and Oceania are dominating the online conversation on Twitter, leaving those in developing nations at risk of being left out. The research highlights a stark divide in who is leading the international conversation on climate change among NGOs.
Recent research in Caenorhabditis elegans suggests that a moderately acidic digestive tract may actually make bacterial pathogens more potent. This finding could have significant implications for addressing antibiotic resistance worldwide.
A Chinese fossil specimen was misidentified as an ancient spider species, with experts at the University of Kansas using fluorescence microscopy to uncover its true nature as a heavily altered crayfish. The study highlights the potential for fossils to be intentionally or unintentionally misrepresented.
Eating added sugars during the holidays can trigger metabolic, inflammatory and neurobiological processes tied to depressive illness. A minimally processed diet rich in plant-based foods and Omega-3 fatty acids may help alleviate symptoms.
The University of Kansas is launching a center to improve IoT security, partnering with private firms to develop secure products and practices. The center aims to provide frameworks for companies to address IoT cybersecurity threats, with potential follow-on research on proprietary projects.
Researchers are studying ice loss on Greenland's Helheim glacier to better predict sea-level rise. The four-year project brings together experts in geology, atmospheric science, and oceanography to investigate the complex processes driving glacier melting.
The US Department of Defense has awarded the University of Kansas $2.5 million to advance seismic technology for detecting abandoned mines and tunnels. The research will focus on improving seismic data quality and detection efficiency, with tests conducted in known tunnels in the United States and abroad.
Researchers developed a definition of hyper-palatable foods using nutrition software and applied it to 7,757 food items. Most US foods (62%) met the criteria for enhanced palatability, with high fat and sodium being the most common factor. The study aims to inform policymakers on how to address hyper-palatable foods in children's diets.
Infants who consume formula with added bovine MFGM show higher scores in cognitive, language, and motor development tests by their first birthdays. The ingredient may also contribute to better gastrointestinal and respiratory health outcomes.
Researchers at the University of Kansas have secured an $8 million grant to expand a program that boosts engagement and reduces disruptive behaviors in schools across the nation. The CW-FIT intervention will be expanded nationally, with nearly 10,000 students in grades three through five participating.
Researchers will explore ways to use renewable energy to increase usable water resources and produce ammonia for fertilizer. The project aims to create a multifaceted economic system sustaining small town and rural communities and maintaining agricultural production.
Researchers used a grip-force test to analyze sensorimotor function in people with the FMR1 premutation, identifying subtle symptoms and potential indicators of disease progression. The study aims to improve early diagnosis and treatment for Fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome (FXTAS) in at-risk individuals.
The University of Kansas will develop an innovative graduate training program that combines the disciplines of chemistry, chemical engineering, and computer science. The new program aims to make catalysis design more efficient by using artificial intelligence and machine learning.,
A recent study by researchers at the University of Kansas has identified a crucial gene in chlamydia that allows it to acquire new DNA from its host. The discovery highlights the importance of understanding this process, which is essential for developing targeted therapeutics against the disease.
A new physics curriculum that teaches energy first shows promise in helping university students develop their calculus skills, particularly those with lower math abilities. Students who took the new curriculum performed better in subsequent engineering classes and on standardized physics conceptual tests.
Researchers found atypical brain activity in people with autism when coordinating visual and motor information. This can lead to difficulties with daily activities such as handwriting or playing sports. The study aims to better understand the diverse challenges experienced by individuals with ASD.
New research shows that e-cigarette ads are highly effective in targeting adolescents, with many failing to critically evaluate the information presented. The study found that youths are drawn to the 'cool factor' and emotional appeal of the ads, which can lead to an increased desire to try e-cigarettes.
A recent study by University of Kansas researcher Gabriel de Oliveira analyzed satellite data to understand the effects of deforestation on Amazonian ecosystems. The research revealed significant differences in soil and air temperatures, evapotranspiration rates, and energy exchanges between forested and non-forested areas.
Research by University of Kansas plant biologists reveals that abandoning one pollinator for another compromises a flower's long-term survival. The study found that hummingbird-pollinated species are less likely to form new species, while insect-pollinated species tend to be more successful in speciating and resisting extinction.
New findings from the University of Kansas shed light on the behavior of gluons in protons. The researchers used ultra-peripheral collisions to study the energy and dipole sizes needed for gluon saturation, a hypothesized phase of matter thought to exist in high-energy protons.
A researcher at the University of Kansas is exploring the potential of 3D-biomimetic-tissue-engineered exosomes for understanding long-distance cellular communications that control our immune systems. The goal is to develop a molecular-engineering approach to speed development of immunotherapy treatments.
University of Kansas researchers have developed a new technology that could improve subsurface fracture characterization, visualization, and diagnostics of unconventional reservoirs. The innovative approach uses smart microchip proppants that generate real-time data to optimize well spacing and completion design, potentially reducing e...
A University of Kansas study found that dominant groups in the education system manipulate disability categories to exclude racial minorities and keep them out of most desirable special education programs. The researchers documented how upper-class white students were moved into what was once considered the least desirable category, an...
A new model forecasts dusty conditions with 63% accuracy over the southwestern US and 71% in the Great Plains. High levels of airborne dust can affect health, transportation, and agriculture.
Researchers at KU will test and design new models to give students with disabilities skills to set and achieve their own goals. The program aims to combine two successful interventions to help students take charge of their education and transition to life after high school.
Researchers from the University of Kansas have described three genera and 17 new species of water scavenger beetles from the Guiana and Brazilian Shield regions. The discovery highlights the vast biodiversity left to be described in areas where resource-extraction operations are destroying natural habitats.
A new study from the University of Kansas shows that media coverage of climate change varies greatly by nation, with richer countries framing it as a political issue and poorer countries presenting it as an international concern. The researchers analyzed over 37,000 articles and found that a nation's gross domestic product per capita i...
A new study questions the statistical evidence underpinning therapies designated as 'Empirically Supported Treatments,' finding that only a small number have strong underlying evidence. The researchers assessed 78 ESTs with low power and replicability estimates, highlighting the need for broad-scale reassessment of psychotherapies.
The University of Kansas researcher will use a five-year grant to design, build, and fly a radar suite on a helicopter-based unmanned aerial system (UAS) to gather data on glaciers. The UAS will provide greater resolution in its radar measurements, allowing for the measurement of crevasse size and bed topography over the grounding line.
Research analyzed popular picture books for depictions of political issues, leaders, and processes. The study found a lack of information on voting and protesting, as well as limited representation of democratic leaders. Picture books could be an opportunity for early education about politics and democracy.
Researchers have generated free electrons from organic semiconductors using a single atomic layer of molybdenum disulfide. This breakthrough enables the development of general principles for designing interfaces that can turn light into electrical current with high efficiency.
A team of researchers, led by a former war refugee, used ecological niche modeling to predict the future geographic distribution of the endangered White-breasted Guineafowl in response to climate change. The study found that the bird's range is more stable than expected, but coastal areas are threatened by sea-level rise and erosion.
A new AI-powered tool can identify triatomine bugs, also known as 'kissing bugs', that spread the incurable disease Chagas with high accuracy, allowing public health officials to target prevention efforts. The algorithm achieved 95.8% and 98.9% correct identification rates for Mexican and Brazilian species, respectively.
Astrophysicist Allison Kirkpatrick announces the discovery of cold quasars, galaxies with abundant cold gas that can still form new stars despite having a quasar at the center. This breakthrough finding overturns assumptions about galaxy maturation and may represent a previously unknown phase in every galaxy's lifecycle.
The discovery of rare marine fossil specimens in northern Portugal has provided a more detailed picture of biodiversity during the Middle Ordovician period. Soft-bodied specimens have filled a gap in understanding evolution during this time, suggesting that many soft-bodied fossils remain to be discovered.
Researchers suggest ancient supernovae induced proto-humans to walk on two legs, resulting in bipedalism and eventual human evolution. The study proposes that atmospheric ionization triggered an upsurge in cloud-to-ground lightning strikes, igniting forest fires and stimulating the transition from woodland to savanna.
A University of Kansas doctoral student investigates the social, economic, and cultural dynamics between American and European expatriates and Costa Rican locals. Her research aims to understand how wealthy migrants use their power to influence local communities and gain political advantage.
University of Kansas researchers have secured a $1.7 million grant to develop an eating disorder screening tool for the military and Veterans Affairs. The project aims to identify organizational barriers to detecting and treating eating disorders, which can have a high mortality rate among mental health disorders.
The AGILE particle telescope will analyze charged particles in the heliosphere, shedding light on physical processes in space. The technology could help clinicians accurately measure radiation absorbed by cancer patients during therapy.
A team of physicists from the University of Kansas is studying gluon saturation, a phenomenon where standard equations describing proton structure don't apply. They aim to better understand how nucleons and nuclei form using quantum chromodynamics.