Researchers create experimental model of a non-equilibrium system to test the soundness of temperature in a continuously shaken container of tiny beads. They find that temperature follows the expected rules, suggesting that essential information can be extracted from disordered motion in dissipative systems.
MaNIS improves access to natural history specimen data, facilitating conservation hotspot identification, ecosystem change monitoring, disease tracking, invasive species management, and biodiversity studies. The distributed database network provides researchers with millions of specimens' information online.
Researchers at U-M examined the effects of aging and menopause on bone health and found that natural estrogen withdrawal after menopause causes more significant bone loss. The study suggests that hormone replacement therapy may not be necessary for all middle-aged women with regular menstrual cycles.
Research by University of Michigan biologist Jianzhi Zhang found that humans lost pheromone signals after a gene duplication event around 23 million years ago. This duplication allowed for the development of color vision, making pheromones unnecessary as a channel for sexual signaling.
The study reveals African Americans are more likely to make environmentally-friendly lifestyle choices and prioritize environmental issues. Despite this, they face poorer environmental conditions in their neighborhoods, sparking greater concern than their white counterparts.
A study has identified a genetic mutation in MCFD2 that causes a rare bleeding disorder by disrupting the transport of clotting factors V and VIII. The researchers propose a new therapeutic target, suggesting a potential alternative to existing anticoagulants.
A recent U-M study shows that men are dying at higher rates than women for most causes, with minority and middle-class Black men facing even greater risks. The findings point to economic marginality, adverse working conditions, and societal expectations of masculinity as key drivers of these health disparities.
Despite explosive population growth, total harvested area in the region increased by 5%, while irrigated land jumped by 73%. Urbanization appears to have stabilized farm and ranch employment in eastern Colorado Plains cities.
The gamma ray burst, discovered by the ROTSE (Robotic Optical Transient Search Experiment) collaboration, has an intensity 100 times greater than previously observed. Its proximity to Earth allows for detailed study of its decaying light.
An anthropologist reveals that most suicide terrorists are educated and economically well-off individuals who feel despair and are manipulated by elites. To combat this, empower moderates within communities and strengthen interactions between different groups.
Researchers at the University of Michigan have successfully achieved quantum entanglement of three electrons using ultrafast laser pulses and coherent techniques. This breakthrough could lead to the development of quantum gates necessary for storing and processing information in practical quantum computers, offering significantly enhan...
Gerald R. Smith pinpointed three North American regions at greatest risk for freshwater fish diversity: southern Appalachian, Klamath River Basin, and Caribbean coastal drainages of eastern Mexico. Habitat destruction due to water diversion, agriculture, and mining threatens these areas' unique species.
A study by Pascual and coworkers reveals that climate variability from ENSO influences cholera cycles, with a stronger link during warm events. Understanding this connection is crucial as ENSO predictions suggest a potential increase in disease variability under global warming.
Researchers found that during a short-term global warming event, animals became smaller due to the effects of elevated carbon dioxide levels on plant growth. As climate returned to normal, animals regained their normal size.
A Michigan researcher has developed practical suggestions to balance tourism with bird conservation in the Pantanal. Stakeholders' perceptions of a wading bird colony as a community resource have been studied, leading to implemented measures such as staffed observation posts and guided tours.
The University of Michigan is launching a program to increase diversity in STEM fields by recruiting graduate students for the NSF's Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship (IGERT) programs. With NSF support, Professor James Teeri will connect with professional society programs and educate potential students about IGERT.
A University of Michigan study found that people who provided practical support to others were more than twice as likely to survive as those who did not. The researchers analyzed data from over 423 older couples and found a significant link between giving and longevity.
A new study aims to prevent urinary incontinence in women after childbirth by promoting spontaneous pushing and daily perineum massage. The research, funded by the National Institutes of Health, hopes to empower women with tools to have a natural birth experience.
New devices can control the motion of magnetic flux quanta, allowing for precise manipulation of magnetic fields within superconducting materials. This enables the creation of specific magnetic profiles, facilitating applications such as removing unwanted flux and magnetically focusing nearby particles.
The paper proposes an experimentally realizable circuit and an efficient scheme to implement scalable quantum computing. Researchers aim to overcome two major stumbling blocks: preparing, manipulating, and measuring fragile quantum states and controlling connectivity between many qubits.
The U-M Bioterrorism Preparedness Initiative has received a $1 million grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to develop web-based training for over 9,000 public health workers in Michigan. The initiative aims to improve the state's public health system's ability to prevent and respond to infectious disease outbreaks.
Scientists at the University of Michigan have developed a model that explains how slabs in the Earth's mantle drive convection and surface plate motion. The research found that slabs attached to plates can directly pull them towards subduction zones, while those not well attached create suction forces drawing nearby plates towards the ...
A team from U-M School of Nursing developed HANDS, a program to track nurses' observations and treatments. The system aims to provide healthcare professionals with a holistic view of patients' conditions.
A new study reveals that climate change has strengthened the connection between El Nino-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) and cholera cycles, leading to increased disease outbreaks in warmer years. The researchers found that ENSO events trigger cholera increases after warm events and decreases after cold events.
A study by the University of Michigan found that migraine headaches affect 18% of women and 6% of men, resulting in significant lost productivity costs for employers. Employers can reduce these costs by providing education, preventive services, and direct treatment within the workplace.
Researchers at the University of Michigan found that low-density exurban development increased by 2000 to occupy nearly 10 times the area of urbanized land, while agricultural land use decreased in some areas. Special planning can help minimize environmental impact through designs that deliver public benefits like clean water and nativ...
Researchers discovered that some trees use fungi to obtain calcium from an intermediate pool of apatite, previously unknown as a plant-available source. This finding has implications for forest management and understanding the effects of acid rain on forests.
The University of Michigan researchers have successfully cooled a single atom to near absolute zero using laser cooling, a crucial step toward scaling up trapped atom computers. The proposal outlines a 'quantum charge-coupled device' architecture that could be used for large-scale quantum computing.
A study by researchers at the University of Michigan found that lakeshore housing development affects breeding bird communities in ways that conventional methods may miss. The study suggests that property owners can take steps to lessen the effects, such as keeping lawns small and encouraging native vegetation.
A recent study published in the American Journal of Human Biology found that women who reproduce later in life have a lower chance of having their descendants survive and thrive. In contrast, women who start families earlier tend to have more lineage success. The researchers used statistical models to analyze the impact of education, i...
The University of Michigan's new two-year Preventive Medicine Residency aims to address a critical shortage of medical epidemiologists. Residents will gain expertise in disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, and immunization plans, with initial participants already securing jobs in the field.
A team of researchers has found that the continents have warmed significantly over the past half-century, similar to the warming of the oceans, atmosphere, and ice. The study used temperature readings from six continents to reconstruct a temperature history for the Earth's surface over the past 500 years.
The University of Michigan has launched a new Center for Genomics and Public Health, which aims to narrow the gap between genomics and public health practice. The center will examine population-based data to describe genes associated with cardiovascular disease and understand their interaction with other risk factors.
A University of Michigan study found that brains detect wins and losses within a third of a second, triggering subsequent decision-making. The research suggests that losses loom larger than gains in the brain's neural activity, influencing future choices.
Researchers used experiments and mathematical modeling to understand seismic wave behavior in the lower mantle, finding that mineral grain alignment causes unusual wave behavior. The study provides a window into Earth's inner workings and is an important step toward integrating seismology and geodynamics in the lower mantle.
A University of Michigan study found that adolescent girls who feel confident about their physical abilities enjoy exercise more than those who doubt their skills. The research, led by Nola Pender, suggests that girls' perceptions and responses to exercise are linked to their confidence levels, with more confident girls reporting less ...
A new study from the University of Michigan reveals how a duplicated gene in leaf-eating monkeys has evolved to improve digestion efficiency. The researchers found that the duplicated gene allows the monkeys to better cope with an acidic environment, suggesting a key adaptation to their unusual diet.
A new study by University of Michigan researchers finds that JCAHO hospital accreditation does not correlate with patient outcomes, highlighting the need to review the current system for ensuring quality in US hospitals. The study also suggests that the JCAHO system prioritizes structural measures over newer performance metrics.
The University of Michigan School of Education has received a $175,000 grant from the Goldman Sachs Foundation to evaluate and support programs promoting educational excellence globally. The program focuses on developing academic abilities and entrepreneurial talents in underrepresented youth.
Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a new tissue engineering method that uses a polymer to encourage the formation of healthy blood vessels in living rats. The approach, which combines VEGF and PDGF growth factors, shows promise for treating coronary artery disease and speeding up wound healing.
A University of Michigan study found that female rats exposed to estrogen and cocaine showed increased sensitization, leading to faster craving and lower doses. The effects persisted even after the hormone was removed.
A University of Michigan study tracked weight changes among over 10,000 adults for 13 years, finding that about 51% of men and 55% of women remained in the same weight category. The study also revealed a significant 'yo-yo diet effect,' with nearly one-fifth of children aged 2-12 being overweight or at risk.
The symposium explores the effects of genetics research on social organization, human nature, and what it means to be human. Experts discuss race, ethnicity, genes, and human potential, with a focus on values, ethics, and social impact.
Researchers analyzed growth bands in Antarctic scallop shells to understand climate change, finding a long-term warming trend since the early 1950s. The study also reveals seasonal temperature variations and the impact of glacial meltwater on coastal waters.
Researchers found that regular treadmill exercise with parents can help children with Down Syndrome walk three and a half months sooner than those without therapy. This early mobility improves independence and reduces stress for parents.
A two-year study is examining how safety net organizations in Michigan adapt to the current environment, focusing on survival strategies and policies. Researchers aim to understand what works and doesn't work, as well as provide recommendations to improve healthcare services for vulnerable populations.
A University of Michigan study found that older Americans with dementia receive substantially more informal help than those with normal cognitive function. The analysis estimated the additional time and associated costs of providing informal care to be $18 billion annually.
Researchers are using innovative noninvasive techniques to study the developing central nervous system in early iron deficiency, which affects brain development and behavior. The study aims to understand the ties between the brain and behavior, with potential implications for creating more effective interventions.
A team of researchers from the University of Michigan has created an ultrafast X-ray switch, enabling them to study the movement of constituent atoms and obtain information about molecular dynamics. The technology could be used to probe complex systems like proteins and study shock waves in materials.
The National Science Foundation has established FOCUS, a Physics Frontier Center at the University of Michigan, to advance coherent control in quantum, ultrafast, and high-field physics. The center will focus on three major research components: High Field Control, Ultrafast Control, and Quantum Control.