Researchers found that social norm and outcome efficacy messaging successfully increased drivers to turn off their engines, reducing PM2.5 concentrations. Permanent road signage was installed at railway level crossings to encourage similar behavior.
Researchers discovered a low-altitude meteoritic touchdown event reaching the Antarctic ice sheet 430,000 years ago, leaving behind chondritic bulk major particles. The study highlights the importance of reassessing medium-sized asteroid threats and has implications for identifying similar events in deep sea sediment cores.
New research links feelings of shame and stigmatisation to lower social distancing compliance and reduced reporting of Covid-19 infections. Trust in governments and solidarity are key factors in overcoming the pandemic.
Researchers have found that Oldowan and Acheulean stone tool technologies are likely to be tens of thousands of years older than previously thought. Using statistical modeling techniques, the study estimates the origins of these early stone tools at 2.617-2.644 million years ago for Oldowan and 1.815-1.823 million years ago for Acheulean.
Research reveals that nitric oxide produced by the human immune system can render aminoglycoside antibiotics ineffective against E. coli strains from human infections. This may impact treatment choices for life-threatening infections such as sepsis, bladder infections, and kidney failure.
A new study published in Transport Policy predicts the end of deregulated competitive public transport in the UK due to reduced ridership following COVID-19 social distancing measures. The paper argues that this crisis presents an opportunity to create a more inclusive, environmentally considerate, and efficient transportation system.
A new study highlights barriers for women and marginalized groups in supramolecular chemistry, including the need for mentoring opportunities and visibility. The study also found that women face obstacles during career breaks and parenting, while men do not.
New research from the University of Kent suggests that childhood exposure to diversity is key to fostering acceptance of other groups, leading to sustainable social cohesion. A model of immigration shows that medium-paced immigration promotes greater community cohesion over time.
Research reveals the Acheulean stone tool tradition persisted for tens of thousands of years longer than thought, overlapping with Neanderthal and early modern human cultures. The study used statistical techniques to reconstruct the end of the Acheulean period, shedding new light on the transition between technologies.
A new theory, MeshCODE, proposes that memories are written in the shape of molecules in synaptic scaffolds, forming a complex binary code. This discovery may lead to a new understanding of brain function and treating brain diseases like Alzheimer's.
The UK must decommission around 300 and 1600 early-model offshore wind turbines by 2025 and 2030, respectively. Research reveals that the remaining years before these original turbines' end of life can be proactively used to prevent safety lapses and huge costs.
A new study has identified key differences in SARS-CoV-2 and SARS-CoV that affect their behavior, revealing crucial insights into the development of antiviral drugs. The findings suggest that current approaches to drug discovery may not be effective for COVID-19 treatment.
A new study found that elephants are crop-raiding closer to protected areas in Kenya, more frequently, but causing less damage. This trend is linked to climate change and land-use changes, reducing support for conservation in affected communities.
Optical coherence tomography (OCT) technology has been successfully used to distinguish between legitimate and counterfeit travel documents. The study found that OCT can perform quantitative, non-destructive, high-resolution sub-surface analysis of multi-layered identification documents with a high imaging throughput and density.
Research from the University of Kent reveals a decline in son preference among Bangladeshi women, driven by increased female education and employment. Despite stated desires for gender balance, actual fertility decisions continue to be shaped by son preference, with women more likely to have additional children if they lack sons.
A study by the University of Kent and Oxford found that fans of less successful Premier League teams have a stronger social bond with fellow fans, expressing greater willingness to sacrifice themselves for others. This loyalty is attributed to shared experiences of defeats and emotional difficulty, fusing fans to their club.
Researchers from the University of Kent's Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology found that elephant ivory is still being sold on eBay, often disguised as bone. The study reveals that only a small percentage of these items were removed by eBay, highlighting the ongoing challenge of combating illegal wildlife trade.
A new study by the University of Kent found that English practices with expanded sizes have not achieved better access to care or provided a better overall experience. The proportion of patients saying they can see their preferred GP fell by 10% in expanded practices compared to 7% in unchanged practices.
The study found that socio-economic impacts of palm oil and certification on people varied across regions in Indonesia, particularly between Sumatra and Kalimantan. In contrast, overall measures of well-being declined by 11% in communities relying on subsistence-based livelihoods before certification.
Researchers have identified a potential treatment for COVID-19 using the approved protease inhibitor aprotinin, which inhibits SARS-CoV-2 entry into host cells. The study found that aprotinin aerosols may be effective in preventing severe COVID-19 disease when applied early after diagnosis.
A study by University of Kent researchers found that individuals who feel a system or authority is unresponsive to their demands are more likely to support hacker activity. This support can be seen as a means to express anger and frustration towards the organization, even if it involves disruptive actions.
Small-scale farmers in Ghana are reluctant to adopt modern technologies that reduce traditional risks, such as poor weather conditions and aquatic predators. The study found that aversion to these risks accelerates the adoption of innovative technologies like floating cages and disease-resistant fish breeds.
A recent study found a significant increase in the trading of species such as green monkeys and warthogs to protect crops, despite religious taboos. The research suggests that urban demand is not driving the wildmeat trade, but rather limited access to alternative protein sources and crop-protection incentives.
Research from the University of Kent found that TRESK plays a crucial role in regulating the brain's central circadian clock. Lowering TRESK levels disrupted the biological rhythm, causing the clock to lose its day-night association.
Researchers have found that transferrin, a glycoprotein, may critically contribute to severe COVID-19 by increasing blood clotting risk. The study, published in Diagnostics, suggests that transferrin could serve as a biomarker for early identification of high-risk patients.
Research from the University of Kent found that collectivist individuals are more likely to comply with social distancing and hygiene practices to reduce COVID-19 transmission. Individuals with a more individualist mindset are less likely to engage, partly due to conspiracy theories and feelings of powerlessness.
A new study reveals that the enzyme SAMHD1 protects B-ALL cells from nelarabine's anti-cancer effects, but not T-ALL cells. This discovery has crucial implications for leukaemia treatment, offering a potential biomarker to tailor therapy to individual patient needs.
A study by University of Kent's Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology found significant differences in disease risk perception and information channels about Ebola virus disease in rural and urban areas of Guinea. Rural residents mainly received information through awareness-raising missions, while urban respondents used newspa...
Researchers analyzed fossil hand joints to find evidence of dual hand use in ancient humans. The discovery supports the idea that the transition to walking on two legs was gradual, with early humans using their hands for both precision grips and branch grasping.
A new study led by the University of Kent found evidence that human ancestors regularly climbed trees, based on analysis of fossil leg bones. This finding challenges previous assumptions about human evolution and suggests that a hominin species may have adopted highly flexed hip joints to facilitate climbing.
Researchers at University of Kent found that men can detect the scent of axillary sweat from sexually aroused women, which increases their sexual motivation. The study suggests that chemical signals released by women can elicit a stronger overall signal that enhances human communication.
Research by University of Kent found that moderate intensity exercise, such as brisk walking or cycling, significantly benefits long-term memory performance. The study suggests that moderate exercise is a more effective approach than highly strenuous exercise for improving memory.
A University of Kent study found that cultivated foods offer chimpanzees in West Africa more energetic benefits than wild foods. The research suggests that nutritionally dense crops provide primates with essential nutrients for survival.
Research found that large forest patches greater than 100 hectares can support larger populations of threatened species such as sun bears and orang-utans. However, these patches need to be much larger to sustain sufficient numbers of species, making long-term conservation a challenge.
Research found that South Korea, China, and Taiwan have experienced significant changes in food supply, with increased animal source foods and sugar contributing to obesity issues. In contrast, many Western countries have seen declines in animal source foods and sugar, accompanied by increases in vegetable availability.
Researchers at the University of Kent and UCL found that early Stone Age populations selected raw materials for different tool types based on sharpness, durability, and efficiency. They made optimized tools by choosing materials suited to specific functional needs, maximizing performance and 'ease-of-use'.
A new framework, Conservation Hierarchy, calls for proactive measures to ensure greater benefits to nature alongside economic development. The approach aims to halt and reverse biodiversity loss, shifting focus from reactive actions to proactive conservation efforts.
Astrophysicists simulated giant radio galaxies to explain their formation. They found that these objects remain enormous even at great distances, challenging classical physics.
A new discovery reveals that mouse X and Y chromosomes compete to produce female versus male offspring, with genes on the X favoring daughters and genes on the Y favoring sons. IVF fertilization can reverse this imbalance.
New research by astrophysicists at the University of Kent reveals how matter discarded as stars die is recycled to form new stars and planets. The study found that elements such as carbon and oxygen are transferred through a process of fragmentation, providing vital clues about the emergence of life in our universe.
A new study suggests that popular mobile phone games can provide a tool to detect early signs of cognitive decline, including dementia. The research found that patterns of tap, swipe, and rotational gestures correlate with brain function.
Research by University of Kent economists found that corruption by inspectors increases labor costs in India by an average 35% across the country. The study sheds light on why restrictive labor regulations are often blamed for problems in developing countries.
A meta-analysis of 70 studies and 55,000 offenders found that specialized psychological programmes significantly reduce reoffending rates. Consistent input from a qualified psychologist is key to programme effectiveness.
Researchers at the University of Kent studied magnetic monopoles and found that they can 'tunnel' through energy barriers, enabling their motion. This breakthrough could signal the development of new technologies based on moving magnetic monopoles instead of electric charges.
Preppers in the US are no longer portrayed as extreme right-wing individuals, but rather as those responding to general fears of economic collapse, cyber-attacks, and environmental disasters. Research by Dr Michael Mills found that prepping is a nuanced response to modern American society's culture of fear.
Researchers developed a novel computational approach to assign functions to unknown genes, revealing transporters play a critical role. The study highlights the importance of environmental conditions shaping minimal genomes and paves the way for focused research on essential and facilitator gene sets.
Researchers found that adult males were responsible for most infanticides in a Ugandan chimpanzee community, with victims often under one week old. The study suggests that the sexual selection hypothesis is the key driver behind this high rate of infant killings.
A study by the University of Kent found that people in Germany became more positive towards the EU after a terrorist attack, despite no change in attitudes towards immigration or refugees. The researchers suggest further research is needed to understand the role of media and politicians' reactions on public responses.
Researchers found orang-utan knuckle joints consistent with branch grasping, while chimpanzee and gorilla joints matched knuckle-walking patterns. The study's findings enhance understanding of human evolutionary history.
The global Understanding Unbelief program has found that unbelievers exhibit significant diversity in their worldview. In all six countries surveyed, majorities of unbelievers identify as having 'no religion', challenging common stereotypes. Despite this, most unbelievers endorse objective moral values and human dignity.