Articles tagged with Impact Factors
Mathematical models suggest that only 1 in 5 COVID-19 cases were counted worldwide, resulting in an estimated 600 million to 2.4 billion actual cases globally. The wide range of estimated cases highlights the problems with accuracy of reported numbers due to data tampering, inconsistent reporting, and lack of uniformity.
The study quantifies the impact of human activity on the Atlantic Rainforest's carbon storage capacity, highlighting that forest degradation leads to significant losses and increased greenhouse gas emissions. Conservation efforts are crucial to reverse these effects and protect the biome's carbon stocks.
A study analyzing U.K. residents' activities during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic found significant shifts in time spent on cultural activities, socializing, and traveling. Despite restrictions being lifted, many respondents continued to engage in online activities, highlighting the lasting impact of the pandemic on lifestyle changes.
The American Journal of Roentgenology has dramatically increased its impact factor from 3.959 to 6.582 in 2021, according to Journal Citation Reports. The journal's new ranking places it in the 83rd percentile in the Radiology category, reflecting the high quality of work by authors and reviewers.
The Journal of Nuclear Medicine has achieved an impact factor of 11.082, a 10% increase over last year's score of 10.057. This marks the highest impact factor in the journal's history, reflecting the growing importance of nuclear medicine as a whole.
A new study found that exposure to air pollution and indoor burning without ventilation significantly increases the risk of heart disease mortality. Researchers created maps of eight environmental risk factors across Golestan Province, Iran, and identified associations between death and these factors, controlling for traditional risk f...
A UK survey found that much of the public value of academic research is overlooked in official 'impact' assessments. Researchers use social media to engage with their audience, often through ongoing feedback loops and collaborations, but these are not accounted for in the current system.
A new study by Tel Aviv University researchers found that microplastics absorb and concentrate toxic organic substances, increasing their toxicity by a factor of 10. This may lead to severe impact on human health due to contaminated food and drink.
Samuel Galgano and Pankaj Gupta have been named the 2022 Melvin M. Figley Fellow in Radiology Journalism and the 2022 Lee F. Rogers International Fellow in Radiology Journalism, respectively. They will attend the 2022 ARRS Annual Meeting and participate in the Editor’s Forum.
A researcher developed a computer simulation to predict asteroid impacts and study crater formation. The simulation, built using NASA-designed methods, can generalize results to all metal asteroid impacts.
High air pollution exposure worsens COPD patients' quality of life, while living far from green spaces also reports negative effects. Access to blue and green spaces improves mental and physical health through increased physical activity.
A new tool, the Epsilon Index, has been developed to assess research performance more fairly, taking into account differences in discipline, gender, and career stage. The index provides a fairer comparison of researchers across various fields, helping to reduce systemic biases.
The study suggests that COVID-19 eradication is technically possible due to the availability of safe vaccines, lifelong immunity, and effective government management. However, securing high vaccine coverage and responding quickly to variants are major challenges.
A University of Texas at Arlington researcher examines the impact of blunt smoking on teenagers, revealing heightened risks of respiratory disease, addictive behavior, and mental health disorders. The study also finds that blunt use can act as a gateway to other tobacco and nicotine products.
The Journal of Dental Research has achieved the highest 2-year Journal Impact Factor over 6 for the first time at 6.116, ranking #5 in the Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine category. The journal also ranks #1 in total citations and Eigenfactor.
A new review suggests chronic psychosocial stress contributes to Alzheimer's development by impacting the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, leading to neurodegeneration and dementia. Genetic factors influencing this axis may also affect inflammation, further increasing disease risk.
Research from Binghamton University found that mental distress is lower in summer compared to fall. Good quality diet, good sleep quality, and higher exercise frequency are all associated with better mental well-being. Seasonal changes impact diet quality and mental health.
A junk food diet may increase the risk of dangerous driving among truck/lorry drivers by boosting fatigue. The study found that vegetable-rich and staple food diets were associated with safe driving behaviours, while animal protein and snack diets were linked to higher rates of errors and unsafe behaviour.
Research team freshness significantly impacts research performance, with fresh teams producing papers of higher originality and greater multidisciplinary impact. Newer collaboration relations and younger team members are key contributors to this effect.
A study by University of Portsmouth researchers found that poor leadership and management were the most common reasons for police officers leaving the force. The study also highlighted the importance of balancing individual needs with organisational demand to reduce turnover and improve commitment.
A 30-year review of climate experiments found that C3 crops' yields may increase by 18% with adequate nutrients and water, but quality losses and increased vulnerability to pests and diseases are also expected. Genetic solutions and bioengineering can help mitigate negative effects, but developing new crop cultivars is time-consuming.
A new analysis identifies US states that make voting easiest and those that make it more challenging. States like Oregon, Washington, Utah, Illinois, and Maryland offer convenient options such as online registration, early voting, and mail-in voting.
A recent study found that caregivers who provided more than 40 hours of care weekly and reported physical strain increased the hospitalization risk among disabled older adults. On the other hand, long-term caregivers were associated with a lower risk of hospitalization.
A new study reveals that environmental factors drive migration, particularly in regions with middle incomes and agriculture. Climate change impacts vary by hazard type and context, with changing temperatures having the strongest effect.
The June 2020 issue of Journal of Dental Research explores the latest research on the oral microbiome, highlighting rapid progress in understanding its dynamics. The papers cover topics such as analyzing microbial communities, cultivating species, and their connections to oral health conditions like cancer and diabetes.
The exposome concept captures diverse environmental factors affecting human health, including chemicals in air, water, and food. Recent technological advances and analytical tools are crucial for identifying unknown chemicals and their impact on health.
A study published in the Journal of Dental Research found no association between community water fluoridation and an increased risk of osteosarcoma. The research, which analyzed data from over 500 patients, suggests that living in a fluoridated area is not a risk factor for osteosarcoma.
Research suggests that COVID-19 has added stress on mothers during pregnancy, affecting their mental health, and potentially impacting their child's future well-being. Four factors of prenatal maternal stress were identified: anxiety/depression, somatic, general affective symptoms, and pregnancy-specific worries.
Nicholas Jakubovics, a renowned oral microbiologist, has been appointed as the new Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Dental Research. With over 20 years of experience studying dental plaque formation and extensive editorial expertise, he is poised to lead the journal to new heights.
A University of Seville study links African spring growth to photoperiod, not rainfall. Researchers found a combination of factors influences vegetation seasonality, with sunlight hours the most critical factor.
A study published in PNAS found that humans are driving the loss of biodiversity among narrow-ranged plant species in China, while widespread species are thriving. The research revealed that human impact factors lead to a negative correlation with narrow-ranged species and a positive correlation with widespread species.
The International Association for Dental Research (IADR) celebrates its Centennial issue, highlighting the history of women's contributions to dental research. The issue discusses unconscious biases, glass ceilings, and strategies to promote women in STEMM fields.
The article reviews the evolution of esthetic dentistry, highlighting advances in dental research and clinical interventions, including universal esthetic rules and guidelines, tooth whitening, and digital technologies.
The paper presents advances in precision oral health research, including genomics, data science and biotechnology. The symposium highlighted the importance of personalized oral care and the need for research to fill gaps in understanding the factors that underlie health and disease.
Researchers found that moral obligation is a key factor in protesters' decisions, followed by identification with the protesting group's values. The study suggests that ideology also plays a role in people's engagement in collective action. In total, the model correctly classified respondents in 87% of cases.
A study from North Carolina State University found that shared e-scooters have a moderate environmental impact, with biking being the most environmentally friendly option; taking public transportation is also more eco-friendly in some cases.
The article highlights the impact of fluoride on reducing dental caries, citing studies that showed a marked reduction in caries experience in fluoridated cities compared to non-fluoridated control cities. The widespread use of fluoride toothpaste has also been credited with improving oral health and quality of life for populations wor...
The IADR/AADR announced winners of the 2019 William J. Gies Awards for outstanding contributions to dental research, recognizing advances in biological, biomaterials and bioengineering, and clinical research categories. The awards honor publications in the Journal of Dental Research with significant impacts on oral health worldwide.
The presence of simple hyphens in academic paper titles harms citation counts and journal impact factors, commonly used for professorial evaluations. Citation statistics are unreliable across all major subject areas.
Researchers at Università di Trento's Center for Mind/Brain Sciences found that preparatory, unconscious eye movements can be a window into the learning process. By analyzing these eye movements, scientists can infer what people know before responding to external stimuli, potentially advancing our understanding of learning and attention.
A review of research found that personal and social factors, such as support from line managers and co-workers, positive attitudes, and self-efficacy, are crucial for a sustainable return to work. Younger employees with higher levels of education were also more likely to recover.
Researchers have developed bioengineered tooth buds that exhibit features of natural teeth, paving the way for a promising tooth replacement therapy. The new method uses postnatal dental cells to create bioengineered tooth buds with innervation, eliminating the need for immunosuppressors.
A UTA professor led a federal advisory group to publish recommendations for preventing acute and chronic pain, highlighting the need for better public education and a precision medicine approach. The report found that psychosocial factors significantly impact pain experience and treatment responses.
The Journal of Nuclear Medicine's impact factor increased by 12% in 2017, ranking fifth among medical imaging journals. Citations to the journal rose from 24,977 to 27,101.
Researchers found that adopting five low-risk lifestyle factors—eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, limiting alcohol consumption, and avoiding smoking—can add up to 14 years of life for women and 12 years for men. This translates to a 74% lower risk of early death compared to those who didn
The World scientists' warning to humanity has prompted global responses and endorsements, with the latest translation including Polish. The paper highlights two key areas for action: incorporating externalised environmental limits into economics and implementing higher carbon prices globally.
A new study examines the role of option value in farmers' decisions to plant and harvest bioenergy crops. The research finds that option value is a critical factor in determining the production of bioenergy crops, with uncertainty about future prices leading to delayed planting and reduced yields.
A new study from the University of Edinburgh found that lifestyle factors such as diet and activity levels have a major impact on regional obesity rates in Scotland. By addressing these factors, public health initiatives can help narrow the health divide between regions.
A study by Northeastern University expert Marco Ajelli found that people who spend less time outdoors are less likely to contract the Zika virus. However, a small group of people who spend large amounts of time outdoors are at high risk for infection and can spread the disease quickly.
A study of 100 most-cited neuroscience articles reveals five top research topics: neurological disorders, prefrontal cortex, brain connectivity, brain mapping, and methodology studies. The study allows scientists to quickly identify impactful research in neuroscience.
The Journal of Nuclear Medicine ranked 5th in impact factor among medical imaging journals, increasing to 6.646 in 2016, with a 5-year impact factor of 6.459. Citations increased to 24,977, and article influence score is 1.84.
The journal has achieved a high impact factor of 9.111, demonstrating its influence on the scientific community. UNSW is proud to be a leader in the global sharing of knowledge in this rapidly evolving field.
Annals of Oncology has achieved an impressive Impact Factor score of 11.855, ranking it among the top 5% of oncology titles globally. The journal is recognized for its rapid and efficient peer-review publications on cutting-edge cancer research.
A new study chronicles and categorizes challenging meditation experiences among Western Buddhists, revealing a broader range of effects than previously documented. The research identified seven types of experiences and 26 categories of influencing factors, which vary widely in duration and associated distress or impairment.
Researchers found that including social determinants of health in readmission rate evaluation improves accuracy. Social factors such as race and ethnicity, public insurance, and median household income impact hospital performance rankings.
Researchers found that only 3% of psychology journals explicitly state that they accept replication studies. This lack of welcoming replications may lead to a buildup of foundations of sand in scientific research.
Researchers developed a framework to help retailers assess shopper-facing technology, considering factors like intrusiveness, value, and satisfaction. The study found that retailers should prioritize shopper perceptions before measuring potential cost savings and profit enhancements.
A new study found that 20% of homeowners who could have benefited from refinancing didn't, resulting in thousands of dollars paid over the life of the loan. The researchers suggest that behaviors like inattention and procrastination are preventing people from taking advantage of long-term benefits.
A new study reveals that researchers publishing in high-impact factor journals tend to have distinct profiles, including living in a country with an official English language, dedicating more time to research, and securing funding. Despite this, the majority prefer being leaders rather than financially compensated.
Researchers observed chimps abusing and cannibalizing Foudouko's body for nearly four hours after his death, contradicting traditional notions of grief. The study suggests competition for mates, power struggles, and isolation may contribute to such deadly behavior in chimpanzees.