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A research team led by University of Nevada, Reno is investigating how changes in mountain snowpack affect available water and agricultural production in the arid West. The project aims to improve decision-making for water allocation and understand its impact on the economic well-being of various groups.
The observatory will collaborate with the Center for Climate, Health and the Global Environment at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to study the impact of pollution on children's health, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and brain function in children. The Observatory aims to mobilize society to see pollution as a serious threat...
A team of researchers from five institutions will study the effects of changing mountain snowpack on water availability, agricultural risks, and economic impacts. The project aims to inform policymakers and farmers about adapting to fluctuating water availability and creating more resilient food systems.
Drexel researchers have developed a breakthrough method to create invisibly thin antennas using MXene material, which can be sprayed on flexible surfaces like fabrics or electronics. The new technology has the potential to enable seamless integration of antennas with smart devices and the Internet of Things.
Researchers at CSU will develop an economic model to identify how different groups may gain or lose water access due to changing water availability and allocation rules. The goal is to inform decisions by modeling various scenarios of water supply and allocation.
A new NIH-funded research project at Ohio University aims to extend human lifespan and improve health in old age. The study, led by Dr. John Kopchick, will investigate the molecular mechanisms behind the remarkable health benefits seen in genetically modified mice.
A novel mathematical approach has uncovered 12-hour cycles of genetic activity in animal cells, independent of 24-hour circadian rhythms. Laboratory experiments confirm the existence and independence of these cycles, which have significant implications for understanding gene functions over time and their influence on health and disease.
A new study reveals that basking sharks can accelerate to over 90 degrees in just nine seconds, clearing the water at nearly 5.1m/s and reaching a height of 1.2m above the surface. The finding showcases the surprising speed of these gentle giants, dispelling their reputation as slow swimmers.
A new project aims to increase HIV testing among Nigerian youth by developing and implementing innovative tools for self-testing. Researchers will use open challenges and entrepreneurship training to engage youth in creating effective HIV services.
A recent UA study found that Arizona EMTs have a 39% greater risk of suicide compared to the general public. The study's authors aim to address this issue by developing educational resources and resiliency training programs for EMTs. Their efforts hope to minimize the risks associated with EMS service and support community heroes in need.
Research in Florida Keys reveals coral growth rate stability but declining skeletal density due to ocean acidification. The study highlights an important distinction between acute mortality events and long-term trends in baseline growth rates.
Cardiff University researchers calculate a novel system for scoring an area's safety, successfully predicting road casualties. The system uses factors like crossings, street type, and speed limits, with Liverpool deemed the most unsafe and Bath the safest.
Dr. Barry Rouse, a renowned immunologist, has received the American Veterinary Medical Association's Lifetime Excellence in Research Award for his groundbreaking work on HSV-1 and ocular disease. He has continuously funded research since 1978, garnering over $20 million in funding and publishing more than 400 scientific manuscripts.
A massive global genetic study has identified over 500 new gene regions influencing blood pressure, more than tripling the known number. The study now explains almost a third of estimated heritability for blood pressure.
The American College of Cardiology emphasizes that combating obesity in the US will require individual and societal changes to reduce cardiovascular risks. Implementing policy-level interventions, increasing physical activity, and promoting healthier diets are key aspects of this approach.
The UTA Pathways Program has received a state grant worth $140,406 to support hiring more mentors for guiding students in the program. The program serves over 41,000 students across nine school districts and provides college access, career readiness, and academic tutoring.
A recent study by Cornell University found that customers who saw calorie counts on restaurant menus ordered meals with 45 calories less than those without calorie information. Customers also valued the nutrition information and supported future implementation of calorie labels.
People who use drugs in NYC have changed their behaviors to prevent overdoses due to the increasing presence of fentanyl. Many reported using test shots and carrying naloxone, while others used drugs with others or reduced their consumption.
Experts suggest seven innovative approaches to improve Social Security's adequacy in response to demographic trends. The proposals aim to provide greater protections against financial risk for Americans with increasing longevity, low lifetime earnings, and caregiving responsibilities.
A new study from Oregon State University found that requiring physical activity classes helps sedentary college students become more active. The research suggests that such policies can increase motivation and lead to a healthier lifestyle, supporting the benefits of regular physical activity.
Attorneys general can intervene through litigation when public health is threatened, targeting issues like the opioid epidemic and excessive sugar consumption. By reducing industry manipulation of science and lobbying for policies against the public interest, attorneys general can alter the trajectory of these major public health problems
A recent study published in Nature Energy found that people in wealthy countries are less concerned about the reliability and affordability of their energy supplies. The research, which analyzed data from over 44,000 people across Europe, highlights the importance of including economic and social factors in energy security policy.
A team of researchers has discovered a novel colour-generation mechanism in the 'rainbow' weevil, which could lead to the creation of cosmetics with purer hues and digital displays with true colours from any angle. The mechanism is composed of three-dimensional crystalline structures made from chitin that control both size and volume f...
A review paper published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that high levels of optimism can lead to a reduced risk of heart disease. Optimistic patients were more likely to engage in healthy behaviors such as regular physical activity, healthy eating and not smoking.
Computer simulations show that autonomous machines can form prejudicial groups by copying each other's behavior, indicating a non-human phenomenon of discrimination. The findings suggest that AI developments could inadvertently perpetuate prejudice, highlighting the need for awareness and responsible AI design.
A Baylor University study found that a supplemental drivers' education program increased teens' awareness of the consequences of risky driving. However, data from a follow-up period showed no significant impact on their behavior behind the wheel.
A new four-year study aims to decrease psychological distress in cancer patients and their family caregivers during treatment using a sequential multiple assignment randomized trial. The study will employ two interventions: a printed symptom management handbook and a telephone counseling intervention.
NYIT has secured a $426,621 NSF grant for a micro-computed tomography machine to enhance research in the greater New York metropolitan scientific community. The machine will aid in strengthening interdisciplinary research in biology, paleontology, nanotechnology, engineering, and life sciences.
A Swiss study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that children born through IVF may have a higher risk of developing arterial hypertension by age 16. The study measured ambulatory blood pressure and found that ART adolescents had a higher systolic and diastolic blood pressure than control participants.
A study by Swansea University found that up to one in seven recent graduates may have paid someone to undertake their assignment, representing 31 million students. The data suggests a significant increase in contract cheating over time, with a historic average of 3.5% rising to 15.7% in studies from 2014.
Researchers at Columbia University Irving Medical Center have discovered a new approach to targeted and more tolerable therapeutics for treating disorders like schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease. The study found that selectively activating the G protein signaling pathway can enhance motor function while avoiding negative side effects.
A new study reveals that the reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone National Park has led to a significant increase in aspen growth due to reduced elk populations. With fewer elk, aspen trees are no longer heavily browsed and can now thrive in areas around the park, supporting greater biodiversity.
Researchers developed a new model for bioinspired coastline structures based on the complex hydrodynamics of mangrove roots. The study found that flexible roots can increase drag force, but also reduce wake deficit behind the patch, allowing for more efficient erosion control and coastal protection.
A University at Buffalo study suggests that support for President Donald Trump is a predictor of prejudice against international students, along with university identity and socialization. Factors such as standardized test scores and stereotypes also play a role in shaping attitudes towards international students.
Research from King's College London has found that cannabidiol can help reduce psychotic symptoms by resetting abnormal brain activity. The study provides the first evidence of how cannabidiol acts in the brain to alleviate psychosis and suggests it could be a safer alternative to current treatments.
A $7 million grant will fund a 18-month study comparing two interventions: online CATCH-IT and in-person POD group therapy, to prevent depressive episodes among adolescents. The trial aims to identify which program has the greatest capacity for large-scale impact.
A new study by Dr. Andrew Dix found that referees called more personal fouls against female basketball players from historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) compared to those from predominantly white institutions (PWIs). This bias is a recurring pattern, with HBCU teams facing an average of 1.5 extra personal fouls per game.
A series of articles and commentaries highlights the importance of process improvements, team culture, and enterprise cybersecurity in preventing cyberattacks. Healthcare executives discuss key components of effective cybersecurity strategies, including organization-wide training and shared responsibility.
A study by Carnegie Mellon University and partners found that contacting customers' friends can help reduce churn rates by 1.3-1.9%. This approach leverages social networks to identify likely churners and offer personalized deals, increasing profits for the company.
A new study suggests that college tours for Chinese teens are a rapidly growing market for the US tourist industry. The number of Chinese students participating in these tours has increased from 300,000 in 2013 to over 500,000 annually by summer 2015.
High performing students make strategic decisions about their time use to balance academic performance with enjoying college game days, leading to improved self-esteem, psychological well-being, and social identity.
The US Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening for cervical cancer every three to five years with primary hrHPV test alone or co-testing. This new approach aims to reduce participant burden and increase efficiency in cervical cancer screening.
A study by Georgia Institute of Technology found that dehydration alters human brain shape and activity, leading to a decline in task performance. The researchers used brain scans and simple tasks to test the effects of dehydration on cognitive function.
Research reveals a significant rise in falls among middle-aged women, with prevalence increasing from 9% to 30% between ages 40-64. The study emphasizes the importance of early prevention strategies to reduce falls and their consequences.
A University of Oklahoma professor will lead a coordinated research project studying the ecology of US streams that dry, with funding from the National Science Foundation. The study aims to understand how stream drying affects aquatic ecosystems and biodiversity across different climates.
Researchers found that ironic consumption allows consumers to signal their identity or beliefs to groups they know, while hiding from those outside. This phenomenon can lead to a new brand identity and cultural rebirth for passé products like Pabst Blue Ribbon.
A new study suggests that teen friendships are strengthened by similarities in anxiety and depression levels, with dissimilar teens more likely to drift apart. The research found no evidence that individual internalizing symptoms predict friendship dissolution, even at extreme or clinical levels.
Researchers at RCSI and Trinity College Dublin have discovered how the body clock regulates inflammatory response in macrophages, a key immune cell. This study may lead to targeted treatments at specific times of the day to alleviate excess inflammation in conditions like asthma, arthritis, and cardiovascular disease.
Research led by the University of Arizona found that workers in open bench seating had lower physiological stress during after-work hours and were more physically active at the office. This study provides objective measurements to inform policies and practices that affect the health and well-being of millions of office workers worldwide.
A new position paper from the Association of Academic Surgeons and others advocates for supporting global surgeons in academic health centers. The authors argue that global surgeons can bring strategic value to AHCs with their research experience, education, and health equity work.
A team of scientists has designed a D-shaped laser that regulates light emission patterns and eliminates instabilities, leading to stable beams. The unique cavity shape causes light to bounce off mirrors in an unpredictable manner, resulting in a stable light stream for high-powered applications.
The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association released an updated guideline for managing adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) patients, incorporating new data and growing expertise. The guideline presents a new classification system that captures complexity in both anatomy and physiology.
A study published in the Journal of Pediatrics found that grip strength in children is a strong predictor of their future health, including risk of developing diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Researchers suggest that improving muscular strength during adolescence could help prevent these outcomes.
Research suggests that policy strategies such as nutrition labeling, taxing sugar sweetened beverages, and promoting healthy environments can improve diets. The American College of Cardiology recommends these policies to address the complex dietary risk factor modification needed to reduce cardiovascular disease prevalence.
The project aims to improve patient safety by increasing the specificity of warnings about dangerous drug combinations and identifying shared experiences to refine algorithms. It will be implemented in over 50 health-care facilities across the US.
Research reveals confusion about confidential resources and low answer rates from Title IX coordinators and campus police. Institutions with past sexual assault-related lawsuits showed lower engagement rates.
James R. Lupski, MD, PhD, receives the Victor A. McKusick Leadership Award for fostering and enriching human genetics development, as well as its integration into science, medicine, and health. Dr. Lupski's research focuses on understanding mutational mechanisms and linking specific mutations to human disease.
Researchers found that genes driving biological processes in worms can also lead to age-related diseases in humans. The study reveals how autophagy, a process used for energy extraction, causes severe deterioration of the intestine and promotes tumour growth when overactive.
A researcher at Florida Atlantic University has been awarded a grant to develop novel compounds that inhibit enzymes contributing to cancer spread. The focus is on melanoma and breast cancer, with the goal of creating effective anti-cancer therapeutic agents.
Researchers at Columbia University Irving Medical Center have found evidence of how certain transport proteins are working at the molecular level, potentially leading to improved treatments for psychiatric disorders like depression, anxiety, and OCD. The study's findings suggest that a universal feature of these transport proteins may ...