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Bus scheduling algorithm picks up the slack

A new bus scheduling algorithm, developed by a University of Southern California engineer, aims to reduce waiting times and improve transit reliability. The algorithm analyzes the impact of slack time on buses and finds that building in between 15 and 20 percent slack time is optimal, depending on total round trip travel time.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalTransportation Science·DateOct 23, 2007

Why do people have sex?

A comprehensive study by University of Texas researchers reveals 237 complex motivations for human sex, including physical, emotional, and insecurity-based factors. The findings challenge common assumptions about the simplicity of human sexuality.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalArchives of Sexual Behavior·DateJul 31, 2007
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UGA granted $1.9 million for natural gas education

The University of Georgia has received a $1.9 million grant to educate consumers about natural gas usage and billing practices. Ten UGA Extension agents will provide face-to-face guidance on safety practices, gas maintenance, and preventing unnecessary disconnections.

SourceUniversity of Georgia·DateDec 22, 2006

UCLA engineers announce breakthrough in semiconductor spin wave research

Researchers develop novel nanoscale architectures using spin-wave buses for efficient interconnectivity and low power consumption. The breakthrough enables the design of fully interconnected networks of processors on a single chip, overcoming current limitations in spintronic architectures.

SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles·DateMay 4, 2006
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

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More exhaust inhaled by kids inside school buses than by others in the area, says new UC study

A new UC study reveals that children inside school buses inhale significantly more exhaust pollutants than those outside, particularly among older buses. The researchers found that for every metric ton of pollution emitted by a school bus, kids on that bus inhale comparable or larger amounts of pollution.

SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley·JournalEnvironmental Science & Technology·DateApr 4, 2005

Fast food chains like to be close to the competition

A study by Professor Michael Waterson found that fast food chains like McDonald's and Burger King locate closely together in shopping districts due to competition. The larger the population area, the sooner a McDonald's outlet opens, but this effect diminishes as population increases.

SourceEconomic & Social Research Council·DateMar 1, 2004
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

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Laser technology helps measure pollution from NYC buses

The study found that conventional diesel buses produce nitrogen oxide pollutants contributing to photochemical smog and fine soot particles. Laser sensors measured pollutant levels in exhaust plumes from different bus types, revealing varying pollution problems.

SourceNASA/Goddard Space Flight Center·DateDec 9, 2002

Hybrid buses operate with lower emissions, greater fuel efficiency

A year-long evaluation of hybrid buses in NYC's fleet found a 10% higher in-service fuel economy and 36% lower oxides of nitrogen emissions. However, maintenance costs were significantly higher due to the maturity level of the technology, but are expected to decrease as it advances.

SourceDOE/National Renewable Energy Laboratory·DateAug 1, 2002

Low-intensity ultrasound therapy and fracture healing

A meta-analysis of three studies found that low-intensity ultrasound therapy significantly reduces healing time for non-operative fractures. The treatment group showed a mean time to healing that was 6.41 times shorter than the control groups.

SourceCanadian Medical Association Journal·JournalCanadian Medical Association Journal·DateFeb 18, 2002

Students Show Restraint Could Cut School Bus Injuries

Johns Hopkins engineering undergraduates develop a restraining bar system that could reduce school bus injuries by protecting children without seat belts. The device features a pivoting bar with a manual-release lever, designed to keep children secure during head-on collisions or rollover accidents.

SourceJohns Hopkins University·DateMay 12, 1999