Articles tagged with Data Analysis
Comprehensive exploration of living organisms, biological systems, and life processes across all scales from molecules to ecosystems. Encompasses cutting-edge research in biology, genetics, molecular biology, ecology, biochemistry, microbiology, botany, zoology, evolutionary biology, genomics, and biotechnology. Investigates cellular mechanisms, organism development, genetic inheritance, biodiversity conservation, metabolic processes, protein synthesis, DNA sequencing, CRISPR gene editing, stem cell research, and the fundamental principles governing all forms of life on Earth.
Comprehensive medical research, clinical studies, and healthcare sciences focused on disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Encompasses clinical medicine, public health, pharmacology, epidemiology, medical specialties, disease mechanisms, therapeutic interventions, healthcare innovation, precision medicine, telemedicine, medical devices, drug development, clinical trials, patient care, mental health, nutrition science, health policy, and the application of medical science to improve human health, wellbeing, and quality of life across diverse populations.
Comprehensive investigation of human society, behavior, relationships, and social structures through systematic research and analysis. Encompasses psychology, sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, linguistics, education, demography, communications, and social research methodologies. Examines human cognition, social interactions, cultural phenomena, economic systems, political institutions, language and communication, educational processes, population dynamics, and the complex social, cultural, economic, and political forces shaping human societies, communities, and civilizations throughout history and across the contemporary world.
Fundamental study of the non-living natural world, matter, energy, and physical phenomena governing the universe. Encompasses physics, chemistry, earth sciences, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, materials science, and the investigation of physical laws, chemical reactions, geological processes, climate systems, and planetary dynamics. Explores everything from subatomic particles and quantum mechanics to planetary systems and cosmic phenomena, including energy transformations, molecular interactions, elemental properties, weather patterns, tectonic activity, and the fundamental forces and principles underlying the physical nature of reality.
Practical application of scientific knowledge and engineering principles to solve real-world problems and develop innovative technologies. Encompasses all engineering disciplines, technology development, computer science, artificial intelligence, environmental sciences, agriculture, materials applications, energy systems, and industrial innovation. Bridges theoretical research with tangible solutions for infrastructure, manufacturing, computing, communications, transportation, construction, sustainable development, and emerging technologies that advance human capabilities, improve quality of life, and address societal challenges through scientific innovation and technological progress.
Study of the practice, culture, infrastructure, and social dimensions of science itself. Addresses how science is conducted, organized, communicated, and integrated into society. Encompasses research funding mechanisms, scientific publishing systems, peer review processes, academic ethics, science policy, research institutions, scientific collaboration networks, science education, career development, research programs, scientific methods, science communication, and the sociology of scientific discovery. Examines the human, institutional, and cultural aspects of scientific enterprise, knowledge production, and the translation of research into societal benefit.
Comprehensive study of the universe beyond Earth, encompassing celestial objects, cosmic phenomena, and space exploration. Includes astronomy, astrophysics, planetary science, cosmology, space physics, astrobiology, and space technology. Investigates stars, galaxies, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, black holes, nebulae, exoplanets, dark matter, dark energy, cosmic microwave background, stellar evolution, planetary formation, space weather, solar system dynamics, the search for extraterrestrial life, and humanity's efforts to explore, understand, and unlock the mysteries of the cosmos through observation, theory, and space missions.
Comprehensive examination of tools, techniques, methodologies, and approaches used across scientific disciplines to conduct research, collect data, and analyze results. Encompasses experimental procedures, analytical methods, measurement techniques, instrumentation, imaging technologies, spectroscopic methods, laboratory protocols, observational studies, statistical analysis, computational methods, data visualization, quality control, and methodological innovations. Addresses the practical techniques and theoretical frameworks enabling scientists to investigate phenomena, test hypotheses, gather evidence, ensure reproducibility, and generate reliable knowledge through systematic, rigorous investigation across all areas of scientific inquiry.
Study of abstract structures, patterns, quantities, relationships, and logical reasoning through pure and applied mathematical disciplines. Encompasses algebra, calculus, geometry, topology, number theory, analysis, discrete mathematics, mathematical logic, set theory, probability, statistics, and computational mathematics. Investigates mathematical structures, theorems, proofs, algorithms, functions, equations, and the rigorous logical frameworks underlying quantitative reasoning. Provides the foundational language and tools for all scientific fields, enabling precise description of natural phenomena, modeling of complex systems, and the development of technologies across physics, engineering, computer science, economics, and all quantitative sciences.
Researchers developed a hybrid lightweight tracking algorithm, Kerman, to enhance detection of people and behaviors in surveillance videos. The algorithm uses decentralized computing to process video streams on-site, increasing agility and robustness.
A Massachusetts General Hospital study found wide variation in the use of intensive care units and general medical units for non-invasive ventilation, with no difference in outcomes detected between patients treated on either unit. The study analyzed data from over 5,000 patients and found that some hospitals delivered most non-invasiv...
A Rutgers study found that New Jersey's disclosure law has led to better nurse staffing ratios across 10 specialty areas of care. The law requires hospitals and nursing homes to publicly report nurse staffing levels, resulting in improved patient outcomes such as reduced rates of infection and falls.
A study of over 17,000 teenagers found no clear evidence that screen time decreases adolescent well-being, even before bed. The research analyzed data from three different countries and used rigorous methodology to gather information about screen time.
A study by Oxford University researchers found no clear association between digital screen engagement and adolescent well-being, contradicting the widely held notion that excessive screen time damages young people's mental health.
Scientists from HSE and Yandex collaborate on LHCb experiment, discovering CP violation in charm meson decays with statistical significance of 5.3 standard deviations. AI tools improve data selection and analysis, enabling correct interpretation of physical results.
Researchers analyzed over 76,000 gene expression measurements from mouse and human spinal cord tissue samples to gain new insights into ALS progression. The study found that microglia exhibit dysfunction before symptom onset and that certain genes are expressed at higher levels in affected regions.
A new web-based portal, Metascape, integrates over 40 bioinformatics data sources to allow non-technical users to generate insights in one click. This tool removes data analysis barriers, enabling researchers to focus on important biological questions.
Researchers have designed a new flash-storage system called LightStore that modifies SSDs to connect directly to a data center's network, enabling more efficient data storage operations. In experiments, the system was found to run twice as efficiently as traditional storage servers and required less than half the physical space.
A team of researchers led by H. Paul LeBlanc III has developed a software prototype aimed at reducing the time companies spend training data analysts, using statistical knowledge in real-world research problems. The NSF grant will help them refine their product and develop a suite of software products for commercial use.
A study by University of British Columbia researchers found that one in ten Canadians prefer open relationships, with 12% reporting this as their ideal type. Despite the prevalence, stigma and difficulty discussing preferences may deter individuals from pursuing these relationships.
A study of over 1 million participants from China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, and India found that smoking was associated with 144,366 deaths during a 12-year follow-up period. Tobacco use accounted for 56.6% of lung cancer deaths and 21.1% of total deaths among men born in the 1920s.
A nationwide survey analysis found that more Americans view e-cigarettes as harmful as, or more so than, traditional cigarettes. The shift in perception may have led to fewer smokers switching to e-cigarettes, highlighting the need for accurate risk communication.
Researchers have constrained a theoretical model of dark matter particles using data from Earth-based radio telescopes. The study found that ultralight particles interact weakly with photons, making them hard to study, but also revealed a constraint on the available models describing dark matter composition.
Researchers at Saarland University have developed a free open-source software tool called Dave, which enables the rapid evaluation of signals, pattern recognition, and data visualization for large sensor datasets. The tool uses machine learning methodologies to identify patterns quickly and evaluate data cleanly.
A new study from the University of Missouri-Columbia found that consistently eating breakfast as a family is associated with positive body image for children and adolescents. Regularly eating breakfast with parents can have long-term effects on well-being, promoting healthy habits and self-esteem.
Research found that popular health apps regularly share user data outside of the app, often with commercial entities and technology companies. The study highlights the need for greater regulation and transparency in data sharing practices among health apps.
An international research team has developed an open-source solution for multiparametric optical mapping of the heart's electrical activity. The technique tracks both electrical excitation and intracellular calcium dynamics, enabling a deeper understanding of cardiac arrhythmias.
A study found that popular health apps share user data with 55 unique entities, including companies and service providers, posing significant privacy risks to consumers.
Researchers found that male serial killers tend to 'hunt' strangers, while female serial killers target people they already know for financial gain. This study, published in Evolutionary Behavioral Sciences, may inform murder investigations and prevention programs.
Researchers at Temple University discovered how protons spin, a fundamental property that affects the behavior of particles like magnets. Understanding this phenomenon can help scientists better comprehend the nuclear structure of atoms.
A new cardiac-specific comorbidity index outperforms existing general indexes in predicting death after hospital admission for patients with heart disease. The index was derived from administrative data and tested on almost 19,000 cardiac patients in Alberta.
A positive work environment is linked to increased feelings of inclusion among employees, leading to higher job satisfaction, innovation, and retention. Leaders who foster a culture of inclusivity by valuing individual contributions are more likely to experience these benefits.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) cases increased by 14.7% in China between 1990 and 2016, with nearly 94 million cases reported in 2016. The overall death rate from CVD dropped by 29% during the same period, indicating a decrease in CVD burden.
An international research team developed a new technique to analyze vast amounts of data from tiny amounts of newborn blood, revealing molecular changes in the first week of life. The study provides a common developmental pathway for this period, enabling further understanding of newborn health and vaccine impact.
A comprehensive study found that women are diagnosed later than men for most diseases, with significant differences in patient care courses. The study analyzed data from 6.9 million Danish people and found an average difference of 4 years across 770 types of diseases.
Researchers developed a mechanized cane that measures patients' rehabilitation process, providing individualized information on their progress. The device is adaptable to users, low-cost, and has been downloaded by over 150 researchers worldwide.
Researchers have created a novel way to define individual protein associations using the topological scoring (TopS) algorithm. This approach helps identify proteins that come together in biological processes, allowing for better understanding of how proteins perform functions and interact with each other.
Bruce Weir receives the 2019 Elizabeth W. Jones Award for Excellence in Education, recognizing his 40-year history of training researchers in statistical analysis methods. His work includes the Summer Institute in Statistical Genetics and the Genetic Data Analysis textbook, which have trained thousands of professionals worldwide.
Researchers analyzed data from a statewide clinical registry to examine the association of race on weight-loss surgery outcomes. The study found significant racial disparities in results, highlighting the need for tailored approaches to address health inequities.
A study of 936 asthma patients found that obesity and older age were linked to higher risks of airway closure. Therapies targeting airway closure may be crucial for these patients.
Women who work over 55 hours a week are at a higher risk of depression, while weekend working is linked to increased depressive symptoms for both men and women. The study suggests that women face additional burdens due to domestic labor and lower paid service sector jobs.
The study analyzed data on over 351,000 opioid-related deaths from 1999 to 2016, revealing a significant increase in mortality rates in the eastern United States. Synthetic opioids were found to be driving these increases, prompting policymakers to reconsider their strategies for reducing opioid-related deaths.
A new system, Shenango, developed by MIT researchers improves data center efficiency by detecting struggling apps and allocating idle cores to handle their workload. The system reduces tail latencies while achieving high efficiencies, potentially boosting CPU utilization rates from 60% to 100%.
A new platform called Riverbed ensures that web services adhere to users' preferences on how their data are stored and shared in the cloud. Users can select predefined restrictions on data storage and sharing, and the platform monitors server-side code to ensure compliance.
A recent study from Baylor University found that women are more likely to believe the Bible is literally true than men. However, this may be because they report higher levels of closeness to God, which increases with prayer and Bible study. The study suggests that intimacy with God plays a key role in literalism, rather than gender.
A four-year, $1.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health will support the development of a decision-making tool to help care providers tailor treatments for intimate partner violence (IPV). The project aims to reduce inequalities in current treatment methods and improve outcomes for victims and perpetrators.
Rochester Institute of Technology professor Michael Zemcov is contributing to NASA's SPHEREx mission, which will map galaxies across the universe to study inflation and galaxy formation. The mission aims to answer questions about the origin and evolution of key biogenic molecules like water and carbon monoxide.
Shape memory alloys are underutilized in commercial applications due to limited understanding of their internal microstructures. Researchers used novel 3D X-ray microscopy techniques to visualize these structures, revealing surprising results that shed light on decades-old areas of contention in SMA micromechanics. The study's findings...
A proposed U.S. advisory board for research integrity could standardize protocols and practices, providing resources to assess research environments and boost integrity.
A session at the American Association for the Advancement of Science meeting explores how blockchain can improve the scientific method by promoting reproducibility and transparency. Researchers will discuss the potential benefits of pre-registering hypotheses and posting data on a public Blockchain.
New research reveals that male butterflies prefer partners with similar wing markings, linked to a specific genome region. This genetic structure promotes long-term evolution and limits inter-species breeding, contributing to the formation of new species.
Agencies are considering commercial cloud services to store and make available publicly-generated data, which could result in user fees for downloads and analyses. This could lead to decreased access and use of the data, particularly for individual users and organizations with small budgets.
Two studies reveal pregnant women face a significantly greater risk of hemorrhagic stroke, with some groups facing even higher risks. Women with pre-existing medical conditions and those with abnormal blood vessel tangles in the brain are at particular risk.
Research from City St George's University of London found that investors tend to dismiss analysis from those with less favorable surnames. Analysts with favorable surnames elicit stronger market reactions to their forecasts.
Researchers found that interactive features on websites can discourage some users from adopting healthy behaviors, particularly among smokers with limited tech familiarity. In contrast, engaging features helped power users (nonsmokers) absorb and believe anti-smoking messages more accurately.
A study examines how landscape plants contribute to greenhouse gas emissions during production and use, with life cycle assessment revealing the dominant contributor is equipment use. Modifying activities in landscape plant production can reduce carbon footprint and promote environmentally friendly behavior.
A new study found that prenatal maternal depression affects infants' temperament, with those born to depressed mothers experiencing greater distress and lower emotional regulation. The negative impact was amplified when pregnant women lived through Superstorm Sandy.
The ALS Association has committed an additional $3.5 million to the NYGC's CGND, while The Tow Foundation has contributed $2.5 million, renewing support for genomic research and patient data analysis. These investments aim to accelerate the development of new treatments and a cure for ALS.
Conservationists have successfully used acoustic monitoring devices to track the movements of reintroduced hihi birds, marking a breakthrough for conservation efforts. The 'stitch' call of the endangered species was found to change from random distribution to settled home range, indicating success.
The EU project BBMRI-LPC identified divergent access governance structures, complex legal and ethical frameworks, as obstacles for sample and data transfer in Europe. Practical solutions for streamlined access governance are urgently needed to optimize the scientific value of these research resources.
A study of commercially insured women found an increase in long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) method insertions 30 days after the 2016 presidential election. The average adjusted daily LARC insertion rate rose from 13.4 per 100,000 women to 16.3 per 100,000 women during this period.
Combining rock and R&B singers or pop stars and rappers boosts a song's popularity, studies show. The difference between genres increases the likelihood of reaching the top 10 charts.
The researchers proposed a new approach to testing, leveraging heterogeneous computing strategies and programmable networks to speed up testing in the wake of big data. This method reduces the risk of capturing corrupted or unusable data and enables more rapid evaluation of mission effectiveness.
The authors propose a standardized communication method, BioCompute, to improve the repeatability and reproducibility of high-throughput genomic sequencing findings. This framework enables robust and reproducible data analysis, which is crucial for the future of personalized medicine.
Developed with NSF funding, SETA (Scalable Event Trend Analytics) is an open-source software that analyzes high-volume data streams in real time to provide actionable insights. It helps organizations make data-driven decisions quickly, enabling applications like autonomous vehicle networks and healthcare.
Outpatient care in the US has varying levels of quality for adults with and without primary care, influenced by factors like socioeconomic status and access to healthcare services. Healthcare utilization patterns among this demographic are an important area of research to improve healthcare outcomes.
Researchers at VTT developed a new and more accurate method for estimating the probability of extreme events, such as storms, floods, and earthquakes. The new method improves estimation accuracy, especially when data is limited, and contributes to economically optimal safety in natural hazard preparation.
The project aims to build community capacity in data collection and analysis and foster community collaboration in support of youth and families. K-State JJC will work with stakeholders in 23 pre-selected Kansas counties to develop a comprehensive toolkit for local, sustainable systems that serve unique needs of youth.
A new study found that children with genetic variants related to intelligence and educational attainment have larger total brain volume. Conversely, those at higher risk for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have smaller caudate nucleus volume.