Researcher Nora Wendl is re-examining the life and legacy of Edith Farnsworth, a pioneering female physician who commissioned Ludwig Mies van der Rohe to build Farnsworth House. By removing Mies-designed furniture, Wendl aims to showcase Farnsworth's own design vision and challenge traditional narratives of modern architecture.
Researchers at UNM's Department of Physics and Astronomy have discovered that decreasing the density of nanoparticles in ordered arrays produces exceptional electric field enhancements. By making particles smaller and farther apart, interactions between nanoparticles are strengthened, resulting in stronger collective responses.
The University of New Mexico-led project, Cognitive Autonomy for Human CPS: Turning Novices into Experts, seeks to develop a framework for improving autonomous technology's adaptability to real-life human behavior. The team will investigate ways to anticipate and mitigate common human-automation interaction problems.
A team of scientists discovered geologic evidence in a Mallorcan cave showing sea levels were 16 meters higher than present day 4 million years ago. The findings provide insights into past global sea level rise and implications for predicting current-day rise amid a warming climate.
Researchers found strong evidence that cannabis alleviates pain, with users experiencing a significant drop in pain suffering after consumption. The study highlights the potential of cannabis as a safe and effective alternative to opioids for treating chronic pain.
Researchers from UNM led a study in Belize to identify and establish an absolute chronology for the earliest stone tool types indigenous to Central America, revealing strong ties between lowland Neotrop regions at the onset of the Holocene. The findings support previous research on genetic relationships between early colonists in Centr...
Researchers at The Met and UNM unveil the groundbreaking study on daguerreotypes' properties, explaining how nanoparticles determine image tone and color. The breakthrough paves the way for novel approaches to color printing technologies and informs preservation protocols.
Researchers argue that policymakers should use disturbance ecology to stabilize forest carbon and account for risks in climate change mitigation policies. This approach aims to balance immediate loss with long-term storage, promoting forest carbon sequestration.
Researchers used landscape models to examine the interaction between climate, vegetation, and prior fires on area burned. They found that the fuel limitation effect from prior fire events doesn't last long and is not as large as expected, moderating only a 7.5% reduction in cumulative area burned over the century.
Researchers at the University of New Mexico found that THC content is more important for symptom relief than previously thought. The study analyzed real-time measurements of cannabis effects using a mobile app and found that patients experienced an average symptom improvement of 3.5 points on a 0-10 scale.
Researchers uncovered unprecedented details about the ancestry of people in Central and South America, revealing a key link between Clovis culture-associated individuals and the oldest inhabitants of Chile, Brazil, and Belize. A continent-wide population replacement began at least 9,000 years ago, reshaping how researchers view Early H...
Researchers found that medical cannabis provides immediate symptom relief across various health conditions, including chronic pain and insomnia. Patients reported an average symptom reduction of nearly 4 points on a 1-10 scale following cannabis consumption.
Researchers reconstruct relative sea level record from Mallorca island using phreatic overgrowths on speleothems, finding stability instead of fluctuations. This accurate record provides insight into future sea level rise due to global warming and challenges current estimates.
Researchers have uncovered the remnants of the early solar system with the discovery of an ancient igneous meteorite containing silica-rich crustal rocks. The oldest recorded igneous meteorite, dating back 4.565 billion years, provides valuable insights into planet formation and volcanic rock compositions in the early solar system.
A team of researchers led by Maya Elrick found that a global marine anoxic event occurred during the Late Ordovician Mass Extinction, which lasted for at least 1 million years and coincided with the extinction of 85% of marine life. The study suggests that low oxygen concentrations in the ocean were a major driver of the mass extinction.
Researchers at the University of New Mexico and Washington State University have created a catalyst capable of reducing pollutants at lower temperatures expected in advanced engines. The new catalyst uses smaller amounts of platinum, the most expensive component of emission-control catalysts, while maintaining high temperature stability.
A new study finds that prenatal stress during late gestation reduces offspring growth during dependence, resulting in a reduced body size throughout development. In contrast, early prenatal stress accelerates growth and increases size after weaning to ensure reproduction before death.
Researchers found that mechanically thinning and prescribed burns can reduce fire-severity by up to 60% when used optimally. The study's findings have implications for forest management teams across the US, highlighting the importance of fire in ecosystem restoration.
Lina Cui, a UNM Assistant Professor, is leading a large-scale research project to understand the chemistry of disease progression and its role in cancer metastasis. The goal is to develop diagnostic tools that target specific enzymes involved in disease spread.
A research team at the University of New Mexico is developing ultrafast laser transmitter technology that could send data at a speed of over 100 gigabits per second, ten times faster than current fiber optic networks. The goal is to enable high-speed communication in applications such as remote medical consultations and IoT connectivity.
Schistosoma mansoni parasite is a major cause of human schistosomiasis, with $1.9-million NIH grant aimed at understanding its prevalence and exploring new control methods. Researchers plan to domesticate competitor parasites to combat the spread of the disease.
A new study predicts a significant decline in carbon storage in the Sierra Nevada mountains under projected climate-wildfire interactions. The research highlights the need for policy makers to take action to maintain these forested ecosystems, which can help regulate water flow and mitigate the effects of global warming.
A research team led by UNM Associate Professor Coenraad Adema has sequenced the genome of Biomphalaria glabrata, a tropical snail that transmits a deadly parasitic disease. This breakthrough could lead to the elimination of schistosomiasis, which kills hundreds of thousands of people annually.
University of New Mexico researchers have discovered a method to optimize network processes, reducing energy consumption and effort required to achieve desired results. By focusing on key elements rather than monitoring all elements, the effort can be reduced dramatically, leading to significant cost savings and improved performance.
Scientists have found a new species of tyrannosaur dinosaur with a high degree of tactile sensitivity, similar to crocodiles. The discovery provides insight into the evolution and life appearance of tyrannosaurs, revealing that their faces were covered in scaly protective layers and highly touch-sensitive snouts.
Small species of birds are particularly susceptible to lethal dehydration in extreme heat, with the risk increasing four-fold by the end of this century. Conservation strategies are needed to conserve diverse plant and animal communities that supply shelter and water to desert birds amid future climate warming.
Researchers have engineered biomimetic structures from mysterious class of disordered proteins, enabling controlled self-assembly and disassembly. This breakthrough will facilitate thorough studies of these proteins and their cellular function, leading to new opportunities for biomedical applications.
A recent study by UNM Nutrition Professor Peter Pribis has found that consuming walnuts can significantly improve the mood of young men. The randomized trial involved 64 students aged 18-25 who were given either banana bread with walnuts or without for 16 weeks, with their mood measured at the end of each eight-week period.
The University of New Mexico's CQuIC will receive a five-year, $2.2 million grant from the National Science Foundation to delve deeper into quantum information and computing. This award solidifies CQuIC as a leading research hub in theoretical physics, enabling researchers to make new progress toward quantum computing.
The federal government restricts externally valid scientific research on Cannabis sativa due to its Schedule I classification. This limits the potency and variability of THC in approved products, hindering studies on its therapeutic benefits and risks.
A team of scientists has quantified deep carbon emissions associated with the East African Rift, revealing a significant source of CO2. The study found that faults along the rift act as permeable pathways for deeply-derived CO2, suggesting a previously unrecognized role in global climate change.
The University of New Mexico's Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences has determined the age of Naia, a well-preserved human skeleton found in the Yucatan Peninsula. The analysis reveals that Naia was a Paleoamerican with Native American DNA, linking ancestral Americans to modern Native Americans.