Stillbirths in the United States
The study found that stillbirth rates are higher in low-income communities compared to more affluent areas, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to address social determinants of health
Measure Theory
Articles tagged with Measure Theory
Increased utilization of overtime and agency nurses and patient safety
A new study published in JAMA Network Open reveals a strong association between increased utilization of overtime and agency nurses and patient safety. The research found that prolonged exposure to high-stress work environments contributes to a higher incidence of pressure ulcers among patients.
Food insecurity and incident cardiovascular disease among Black and White US individuals
A prospective cohort study found a significant association between food insecurity and incident cardiovascular disease in both Black and White US individuals. Food insecurity was also shown to be an important social deprivation measure for assessing CVD risk, highlighting its potential as a key factor in clinical assessment.
Discovering hidden wrinkles in spacecraft membrane with a single camera
Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University developed a simple method to measure deformations in thin membrane materials using photogrammetry and a single camera. This technology can accurately detect wrinkle size and wavelength, enabling more efficient spacecraft operations.
Place-based measures of inequity and vision difficulty and blindness
Residential segregation, income inequality, and persistent poverty are associated with higher rates of vision difficulty and blindness in this cross-sectional study. The findings highlight the importance of understanding neighborhood characteristics on vision health outcomes.
Development of a follow-up measure to ensure complete screening for colorectal cancer
Researchers suggest a follow-up colonoscopy within defined periods after abnormal stool-based screening test results. The proposed measure aims to address low current performance rates and produce reliable results.
Disparities in patient portal use among adults with chronic conditions
This study of 536 adults with chronic conditions found disparities in patient portal use, with sociodemographic groups and health literacy levels showing varying trends. The COVID-19 pandemic led to an increase in portal use, while a brief validated health literacy measure may help identify patients who need further support.
Measures of brain connectivity, cognition by sex in children
A neuroimaging study of 8,900 children aged 9-11 reveals sex differences in brain connectivity and cognitive performance. The findings suggest that girls mature faster than boys, which may impact future development of brain developmental trajectory charts.
Technique improves AI ability to understand 3D space using 2D images
Researchers developed MonoCon, a new AI technique that enables accurate identification of 3D objects in 2D images. By incorporating auxiliary context, the method improves object detection and estimation accuracy, paving the way for safer and more robust autonomous vehicles.
Mathematician Frank Morgan continues manifolds research
Frank Morgan has received a three-year NSF grant to research manifolds with density, a generalization of Riemannian manifolds. This work builds on previous summer research and aims to solve isoperimetric problems in probability theory and geometry.
Yale's Margulis wins 2005 Wolf prize for mathematics
Gregory Margulis has been recognized for his monumental contributions to algebra and its applications in various fields. He will share this year's Wolf Prize with Sergei Novikov at the University of Maryland.