A study in Organization Science found that analysts discount African American managers' qualifications if they graduated from prestigious universities, while accepting the same qualifications for white managers. The effect is significant even when controlling for financial performance and accomplishments.
SourceInstitute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences·JournalOrganization Science·DateOct 19, 2010
A new study finds that American friends are more likely to share intimate details of their lives with each other compared to Japanese friends. This disparity may be attributed to the different social systems in the two countries, particularly the utility of investing in relationships through self-disclosure.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateOct 19, 2010
A new study finds that three-year-olds have a specific, highly robust bias to trust testimony, prioritizing verbal information over visual cues. This trust in verbal testimony can lead to continued acceptance of misinformation even after repeated corrections.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateOct 14, 2010
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.
Research reveals overseas nurses face negative experiences, discrimination, and racism in the UK NHS. The study suggests improving job satisfaction and valuing their skills is crucial for retaining international nurses.
SourceWiley·JournalJournal of Clinical Nursing·DateOct 14, 2010
Research suggests that while some survivors of disasters experience severe psychological trauma, others may recover within a few months or years. Effective psychological first aid and community-centered interventions have been shown to be beneficial in supporting survivors' recovery.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science in the Public Interest·DateOct 13, 2010
The Journal of Molecular Diagnostics is published on behalf of the Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP) and the American Society for Investigative Pathology (ASIP). The journal publishes high-quality original papers on scientific advances in molecular diagnostics.
SourceElsevier·JournalJournal of Molecular Diagnostics·DateOct 12, 2010
Researchers found that alienation increases aggression in children who feel like outcasts after being rejected by peers. The study recruited students aged 10-13 and found they were more aggressive when receiving negative feedback.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateOct 8, 2010
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.
A new study finds that people who think about time plan to spend more time with loved ones, while those who focus on money fill their schedules with work. The research suggests that prioritizing time for social connections can lead to increased happiness.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateOct 7, 2010
Researchers at Notre Dame have discovered that certain bacteria, such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa, can move and stand upright on surfaces for extended periods. This breakthrough has significant implications for understanding bacterial behavior and potentially developing new treatments for infections.
SourceUniversity of Notre Dame·JournalScience·DateOct 7, 2010
A new theoretical model reported in the Journal of Chemical Physics investigates protein unfolding under smaller forces, revealing a previously uncharacterized sequential loss of structure involving fluctuation between two intermediates. The researchers discovered more steps and complexity compared to previous experiments and models.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalThe Journal of Chemical Physics·DateOct 5, 2010
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
A study found a group of genetic mutations that predict sensation seeking behavior, linking it to dopamine levels. The research used a new technique to analyze genes in the dopamine system, identifying 12 potentially important SNPs that explained about 4% of the difference between individuals' sensation-seeking scores.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateOct 5, 2010
The Journal of the American Society of Hypertension (JASH) has been selected for inclusion in MEDLINE, a premier bibliographic database of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. JASH's scientific merit and contribution to the field have been recognized through this prestigious recognition.
SourceElsevier·JournalJournal of the American Society of Hypertension·DateOct 1, 2010
A new study finds that social rejection triggers a momentary decrease in heart rate, mirroring the brain's response to physical pain. Participants' heart rates slowed in anticipation of and after receiving news about another person's opinion of them, with further drops observed when told they were rejected.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateSep 28, 2010
A new study investigates the temporal relationship between cough and reflux using a validated sound recording device. The study found that 70% of patients exhibited temporal associations, with cough preceding reflux in 48% of cases.
SourceAmerican Gastroenterological Association·JournalGASTROENTEROLOGY·DateSep 27, 2010
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.
Two new species of horned dinosaurs, Utahceratops gettyi and Kosmoceratops richardsoni, have been found in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in southern Utah. The discovery provides insight into the biogenographic provinciality of Western North American dinosaur communities.
SourceU.S. National Science Foundation·JournalPLOS ONE·DateSep 23, 2010
Researchers Tali Sharot and Cristina M. Velasquez improved on a previous experimental design to test subliminal decision making. The study found that participants' evaluations of chosen destinations increased after blind choice, suggesting a psychological mechanism to reduce tension from rejecting alternatives.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateSep 23, 2010
A study published in Psychological Science found that hearing only one side of a conversation makes it more distracting than hearing both sides. Volunteers performed worse on concentration tasks when they could only hear half of the conversation.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateSep 21, 2010
A recent study published in Proteome Science found that one in ten seagull droppings contain 'superbug' bacteria resistant to Vancomycin. The researchers used a novel technique called proteomics to detect bacterial proteins connected to antibiotic resistance, providing new targets for antimicrobial agents and potential biomarkers.
SourceBMC (BioMed Central)·JournalProteome Science·DateSep 20, 2010
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.
A new study examines how Dutch and Japanese people assess others' emotions, finding that Japanese participants rely more on vocal tone than facial expressions. This cultural difference in perception can lead to misunderstandings between individuals from different backgrounds.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateSep 15, 2010
Researchers seek to replace lead-based PZT with a more environmentally friendly alternative that enables new applications in biological settings. Dragan Damjanovic proposes a novel approach based on polarization rotation and extension, which could lead to improved piezoelectric materials.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalApplied Physics Letters·DateSep 14, 2010
Researchers at Binghamton University have developed a new manufacturing approach to reduce solar energy costs using continuous electronic sheets and roll-to-roll processing techniques. The hybrid material enables high-quality production with lower costs, making it competitive with silicon-based products.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalJournal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy·DateSep 14, 2010
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.
Researchers found that people who watched videos of someone else performing simple actions were more likely to falsely remember doing the same action themselves two weeks later. This phenomenon, known as observation inflation, may be due to internal simulation of what others are doing while observing them.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateSep 14, 2010
Researchers found that early cotton planting boosts yield only with irrigation. In non-irrigated plots, early planting resulted in decreased production, even experiencing a 13% decline in yield one year.
SourceAmerican Society of Agronomy·JournalAgronomy Journal·DateSep 9, 2010
A new study published in Psychological Science found that children who have a more linear mental number line are better at remembering numbers. This was true for preschoolers and elementary school children alike, with the ability to estimate the sizes of numbers influencing exact recall.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateSep 9, 2010
The February earthquake in Concepción, Chile, followed a predictable pattern of stress accumulation, correlating highly with GPS observations. This study offers an optimistic perspective on the predictability of earthquake magnitudes and fracture patterns, reducing the likelihood of future tremors in the region.
SourceHelmholtz Association·JournalNature·DateSep 9, 2010
A validated new model can predict postmenopausal osteoporosis incidence and prevalence in different national settings, providing a powerful tool for health policy decision making. The model was developed using Swedish data and showed a 5% margin of error compared to published data.
SourceInternational Osteoporosis Foundation·JournalOsteoporosis International·DateSep 8, 2010
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.
A study by Maurice Levi, Kai Li, and Feng Zhang finds that high testosterone levels in CEOs negotiating mergers and acquisitions are associated with a higher rate of dropped deals and increased hostile takeover attempts. Younger CEOs with high testosterone levels tend to reject low offers, even if it's against their interest.
SourceInstitute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences·JournalManagement Science·DateSep 8, 2010
A new study reveals that CEP290 is crucial for maintaining the structural integrity of the ciliary gate, a key component of cilia. This discovery could lead to targeted gene therapy for cilia-related disorders, including Meckel syndrome and Joubert syndrome.
SourceRockefeller University Press·JournalJournal of Cell Biology·DateSep 6, 2010
A recent study suggests that individuals' core values and prior beliefs have a substantial impact on their confidence in scientific reports, particularly when it comes to environmental issues like offshore oil drilling. This finding raises questions about the influence of science on public policy debates.
SourceSAGE Publications UK·JournalPublic Understanding of Science·DateSep 2, 2010
Researchers analyzed text messages sent on September 11, 2001 to track emotional reactions. They found spiking anxiety in the morning and increasing anger throughout the day. The study suggests that anger dominated immediate reactions, which may explain consequences of the attacks.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateSep 1, 2010
Passengers in developing countries face a 13 times higher risk of being killed in an air accident than those in First World countries. The study also reveals that even the most economically advanced developing-world countries have seven times the death risk per flight as First World countries.
SourceInstitute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences·JournalTransportation Science·DateSep 1, 2010
GoPro HERO13 Black
GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.
A recent study found that girls who experienced an insecure attachment to their mother at a young age tend to develop earlier and have their first period sooner. This is because an unstable environment can lead to accelerated pubertal maturation as an evolutionary adaptation to increase reproductive chances.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 31, 2010
Researchers have successfully improved the ability of zinc oxide solar cells to absorb visible light using a blended mixture of off-the-shelf dyes. The best result came from a blend that boosted efficiency by nearly eight percent, paving the way for custom dye blends to be formulated for specific solar cell applications.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalJournal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy·DateAug 31, 2010
A new imaging system using six different wavelengths of LED illumination is paving the way for doctors to easily screen patients for common eye diseases. The system allows doctors to distinguish between different light-absorbing characteristics of biological molecules in the eye, enabling earlier detection and diagnosis.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalReview of Scientific Instruments·DateAug 31, 2010
The IceCube observatory, located beneath Antarctic ice, aims to detect high-energy neutrinos and unravel the mysteries of cosmic rays. With its massive size and sensitive instrumentation, IceCube will help scientists understand the nature of dark matter and the universe's most violent events.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalReview of Scientific Instruments·DateAug 31, 2010
A new study published in Psychological Science reveals that eyes move differently when minds are wandering versus paying attention. When readers zone out, their eyes fixate on individual words for longer periods, suggesting a strong link between eye movements and language processing in the brain.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 30, 2010
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.
A recent study published in Science found that two heads can be better than one, but only if both partners are equally competent and can freely discuss their disagreements. The research showed that joint decisions were even better than the decision made by the better-performing individual.
Researchers found that oxytocin increases trust in reliable partners but not in potentially unreliable ones. Volunteers who received oxytocin nasal spray were more generous with computer and reliable partners than those who received a placebo.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 24, 2010
A pay-for-performance program at Massachusetts General Hospital improved radiology report turnaround times, with reports completed in approximately two-thirds the time. The study suggests that such incentives can motivate radiologists to expedite report completion.
SourceAmerican College of Radiology·JournalAmerican Journal of Roentgenology·DateAug 20, 2010
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.
Researchers found that smokers who try to suppress their thoughts of smoking tend to smoke more than usual when they stop, a phenomenon known as behavioral rebound. This suggests that techniques like thought suppression may not be effective in quitting smoking and could even lead to increased consumption.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 18, 2010
A new study suggests that people with a strong fusion of identity with their group will take extreme actions to protect others within the group, but not outsiders. Researchers found that those who identified as fused were more likely to sacrifice themselves for their own group members.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 18, 2010
Children as young as 3-4 years old use statistical information to infer the preferences of others. In experiments, they were more likely to give a toy to someone who had selected it from a container with a low proportion of that toy type. This ability is crucial for learning about others' desires and preferences.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 17, 2010
A recent study published in Psychological Science discovered that individuals who face restrictions on emigration tend to rationalize their country's system and justify its flaws. This reaction is linked to feelings of system inescapability, particularly among those experiencing poverty.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 16, 2010
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.
Researchers found that fields amended with poultry litter can accumulate significant levels of arsenic, which can then migrate into nearby streams and rivers. The study highlights the importance of controlling point sources of arsenic and suggests management practices to protect local regions from agricultural pollutants.
SourceAmerican Society of Agronomy·JournalJournal of Environmental Quality·DateAug 16, 2010
A new study by INFORMS suggests that persuading influential medical centers to adopt electronic medical records can accelerate the adoption of these systems among neighboring hospitals. The research found that targeting well-known, larger, and older hospitals in densely populated regions can significantly increase the rate of adoption.
SourceInstitute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences·JournalManagement Science·DateAug 13, 2010
A study of over 2,000 business units found that employee work perceptions predict important organizational outcomes. Employee job satisfaction is linked to higher retention rates, increased customer loyalty, and better financial performance.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPerspectives on Psychological Science·DateAug 13, 2010
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.
A new study found that angry individuals pay more attention to rewarding images than threatening ones. This suggests that anger is associated with a motivation to approach rewards, rather than avoid threats. The research highlights the importance of understanding how emotions influence visual attention and behavior.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 11, 2010
A new article highlights the importance of considering cultural differences in the workplace. Research shows that people from different cultures have varying expectations about teamwork, leadership, and family involvement. By acknowledging these differences, employers can create more effective teams and improve collaboration.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPerspectives on Psychological Science·DateAug 10, 2010
Researchers developed an optical coherence tomography (OCT) system to monitor balloon inflation during angioplasty procedures, enabling precise measurement of balloon diameter and thickness. This technology holds potential for improving the success rate of angioplasty surgeries.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalReview of Scientific Instruments·DateAug 10, 2010
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.
A recent study published in Psychological Science found that people find humor in moral violations when they seem harmless or non-threatening. The researchers tested this theory by presenting volunteers with different scenarios and rewarding them with candy bars. They discovered that the situations involving a moral violation were more...
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 9, 2010
Recent research found that forest fires stimulate the conversion of ammonia to nitrates, a crucial step in the nitrogen cycle. This process is triggered by charcoal deposition and can continue well after the fire has passed, benefiting coniferous forests in the inland Northwestern US.
SourceAmerican Society of Agronomy·JournalJournal of Environmental Quality·DateAug 9, 2010
Researchers identified two apparent faults cutting young deposits near Olympia, Washington, suggesting recent fault activity and potential earthquake hazards. The study utilizes marine seismic reflection data to explore shallow structures associated with inferred faults in the Tacoma and Olympia areas.
SourceSeismological Society of America·JournalBulletin of the Seismological Society of America·DateAug 9, 2010
Researchers at UC Riverside found that people who lipread a silent face articulate words sound like the person speaking, rather than their own words. This suggests that our brains are primed by speech articulation and can imitate speech patterns even when we're not actively listening.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·DateAug 5, 2010
A study published in the FASEB Journal finds that only a few highly cited scientists hold top leadership positions at research universities. The authors suggest that a glass ceiling may exist, limiting opportunities for highly cited researchers to pursue executive management roles.
SourceFederation of American Societies for Experimental Biology·JournalThe FASEB Journal·DateAug 5, 2010
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.
A new study has revealed that both low-income and affluent communities in California have high levels of endocrine disruptors in their homes, with indoor air pollution posing a significant health risk. The study, which analyzed indoor and outdoor air samples from 40 low-income and 10 affluent homes, found that levels of these substance...
SourceAmerican Chemical Society·JournalEnvironmental Science & Technology·DateAug 4, 2010
A recent brain study found that thinking about God decreases distress and anxiety in people who believe, but has the opposite effect on those who don't. For believers, this mental preparation may help them cope with mistakes and setbacks more effectively.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 4, 2010
A recent study found that East Asian cultures process information differently than Western cultures, with differences in attention, categorization, and reasoning. Aging has a greater impact on cognitive processes than culture.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPerspectives on Psychological Science·DateAug 3, 2010
A new study identifies an effective training program to help children overcome reading-comprehension difficulties. The Oral Language training program showed the largest long-term gains, suggesting that deficits in oral vocabulary may be a key underlying cause of these problems.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 2, 2010
A simple and inexpensive demonstration of soil water retention and field capacity helps students visualize and understand these concepts. The demonstration uses PVC rings, a trashcan, and a scale, illustrating the influence of soil texture, structure, and depth to the water table on soil water content.
SourceAmerican Society of Agronomy·JournalJournal of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Education·DateAug 2, 2010
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.
Research found that proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are a risk factor for Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD) recurrence. The study, published in the World Journal of Gastroenterology, identified age, low serum albumin levels, and PPI use as risk factors for CDAD recurrence.
SourceWorld Journal of Gastroenterology·JournalWorld Journal of Gastroenterology·DateJul 30, 2010