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Researchers discovered that dolphins in the Indian River Lagoon have preferred friends and avoid certain individuals, forming communities along the lagoon's north-south axis. The study provides insight into dolphin social behavior, habitat use, and potential breeding habits.
The Gutenberg Research College welcomed three new fellows and conferred the 2015 Gutenberg Research Award on Professor Kazunori Kataoka and Professor Kwok Pui Lan for their outstanding contributions to polymer chemistry and post-colonial feminist theology, respectively.
A new study has found high levels of hepatitis C (HCV) infection across Africa, particularly in people infected with HIV. The report, published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases, found that around three per cent of people in sub-Saharan Africa have been infected with HCV infection, rising to 5.7 per cent in individuals with HIV.
A new study by King's College London found that premature birth alters the connections between key areas of the brain. This can lead to difficulties in learning, concentration, and social skills later in childhood.
A recent study analyzed data from three large injury surveillance systems to examine the incidence of concussions in youth, high school, and college football athletes. The findings indicate that most concussions occurred during practice, with a lower concussion rate in college football compared to high school.
Researchers found that thinking of the future as now can motivate individuals to accomplish their goals. By considering deadlines in days instead of months or years, people are more likely to start working on their objectives. This shift in time metrics reduces procrastination and increases willingness to save for long-term goals.
The American College of Physicians (ACP) has released best practice advice for cervical cancer screening, supported by ACOG and ASCP. The guidance aims to reduce overuse of screening in average-risk women without symptoms.
The CU Anschutz College of Nursing has received $14,997 in funding from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute to develop a program reducing veteran suicides. The program will engage with veterans and caregivers through monthly meetings to identify protective factors for suicide prevention.
A new study by King's College London found that up to 7% of households in 41 countries faced catastrophic dental health expenditure, often due to inability to pay. Wealthier households and those with better healthcare systems were less likely to struggle with costs.
A study by Imperial College London identifies chemical markers in urine associated with body mass, providing insights into how obesity causes disease. The findings suggest that obesity has a 'metabolic signature' detectable in urine samples, pointing to processes that could be targeted to mitigate its effects.
A new study reveals that a tumor-secreted protein promotes the activation of Id1, leading to immune suppression and allowing cancer to grow and spread. Targeting Id1 may restore immune function and improve treatment outcomes for patients with melanoma and other advanced-staged cancers.
A new study predicts life expectancy will increase for men from 79.5 to 85.7 years and for women from 83.3 to 87.6 years by 2030. Regional inequality in life expectancy is expected to rise, highlighting the need to help deprived districts catch up with affluent areas.
Researchers at Wayne State University have developed a new nanoengineering method that uses essential oil nanoemulsions to reduce bacteria in fresh produce. The study found that oregano oil was effective against common foodborne bacteria such as E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria.
Researchers found that measuring time in days instead of years can make future events feel closer and prompt people to start planning earlier. Participants planned to save four times sooner when considering time in days compared to years, even after accounting for age, income, and education.
Researchers developed real-time sensors that can detect trace amounts of heavy metals and bacteria in private well water. The technology has been licensed to six companies, including three Wisconsin-based firms, for use in water equipment and treatment processes.
A WSU study will place microphones in popular gathering spots of traumatized Washington State communities to determine effective journalism that respects community members. The project aims to provide a platform for community voices and handle the emotional trauma faced by journalists covering disasters.
Researchers at Women's College Hospital identified a new breast cancer gene, RECQL, strongly linked to the onset of breast cancer in two populations of Polish and French-Canadian women. The study found that specific mutations in the gene were associated with a high risk of developing breast cancer.
Researchers from Cardiff University and Rothamsted Research created tiny molecules that replicate a natural insect-repelling smell, offering a potential alternative to pesticides. The team's breakthrough uses an enzyme to create similar smelling insect repellent molecules, with some exhibiting attractive behavior.
A new study suggests that higher education's focus on individual access for underrepresented populations does not address systemic inequalities and marginalizing attitudes in STEM fields. Colleges must tackle complex challenges of changing campus culture to improve student outcomes.
A study found that a text messaging service connecting teens to sexual health educators is effective in reaching those most at risk, such as lower socioeconomic teens and those in relationships. The service helps prevent negative outcomes like sexually transmitted disease and unwanted pregnancy.
Researchers at City College of New York have developed a novel polarization method to increase data speeds, carrying an additional data stream through manipulated laser beam shapes. This technology has the potential to scale terabits or even petabits per laser beam and is compatible with building-to-building communication in NYC.
A new study by Imperial College London found that alternative providers of primary care in the NHS performed worse than traditional GP practices on 15 out of 17 indicators. The study highlights the need for careful evaluation of the private sector's role in delivering NHS services.
A major study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that treatments for alcoholic hepatitis, including prednisolone and pentoxifylline, are ineffective at increasing patient survival. The study involved over 1,000 patients and found that mortality rates remained high despite treatment.
The study found a 18% decline in recorded acts of violence against children and adolescents. Serious violence affecting all age groups decreased by 10% in 2014 compared to 2013.
Researchers found that verbal updating reduced intrusive memories and distress by half compared to exposure groups. Updating also led to significant decreases in physical arousal when confronted with trauma reminders.
Researchers have identified the calcium sensing receptor (CaSR) as the potential root cause of asthma, a disease affecting 300 million people globally. Calcilytics, originally developed for osteoporosis, show promise in reversing asthma symptoms by manipulating CaSR.
Researchers found that targeted programs significantly reduced stress, anxiety, and depression in college students, while also enhancing academic adjustment and psychosocial assets. Effective skill-training programs can help prevent emotional distress and promote mental well-being in higher education settings.
Researchers found that global changes in cancer cells' epigenome, which control gene expression, contribute to treatment resistance. The study suggests that these changes can be predicted using biopsies taken before and after treatment.
A new approach to English language learning using multiple genres leads to improved student gains, according to a Boston College study. Genres in Writing breaks from traditional essay formats and teaches students to write across various genres, such as persuasive, expository, and historical.
Researchers found a pulsing quasar in the Pan-STARRS1 Medium Deep Survey, which could be evidence of a binary supermassive black hole system. The discovery sheds light on the end stages of galaxy mergers and may aid in pinpointing thousands of merging supermassive black holes.
The American College of Physicians recommends banning characterizing flavors and television advertising for e-cigarettes to reduce their appeal. Statins are found to be cost-effective for older patients, but even small increases in adverse effects could offset the benefits.
A new study by Women's College Hospital and ICES confirms a strong link between ethnicity and breast cancer stage at diagnosis for Canadian women. South Asian women are more likely to be diagnosed with later stage breast cancer compared to the general population.
According to TALIS survey results, US teachers work largely in isolation, reporting less engagement in collaborative efforts. This lack of collaboration may hinder student learning and teacher development.
A NYU study found that high-impact college experiences like internships and studying abroad have a relatively small influence on career outcomes immediately after graduation. Instead, attending a selective institution and pursuing a job-related major significantly improve earnings and attitudinal outcomes.
Education researchers say college rankings may be doing more harm than good, with institutions criticizing their methods and influence on choice trends. Experts are proposing a research agenda to better understand rankings methodologies and their impact on consumers and institutions.
A new study found that students are more likely to intervene and defend a fellow student based on values of altruism, leadership, courage, having LGBT friends, and beliefs in justice. With up to 28% of LGBT students reporting threats or injuries at school, the findings can help shape new programs to make schools safer.
Researchers have discovered a protein called LEM that promotes the proliferation of cytotoxic T cells, which kill cancer cells and cells infected with viruses. The discovery could lead to new gene therapies designed to boost infection-fighting cells and provide a robust treatment for patients.
The Greenland Ice Sheet is projected to darken further as a result of increased temperature and melting. Darker ice appears when snow grains become smaller, increasing exposure of bare ice and impurities concentration.
A team of researchers from Cardiff University used sediment cores to construct records of changing ocean temperature and iceberg activity over the last 400 thousand years. They found that abrupt cooling events were often paired with an increase in iceberg activity, but icebergs arrived too late to have triggered cooling at this site.
Researchers and clinicians can design studies, create personalized treatment plans, and inform medical decisions with accurate genomic data. The NYC-CDRN aggregates over six million patients' medical data to study patterns and trends in cancer across a large patient population.
Research suggests BPA can alter a turtle's reproductive system and disrupt sex differentiation, potentially affecting human health. Scientists applied BPA to painted turtle eggs, which then developed with female-like sex organs, rendering them unable to reproduce.
Researchers validated a previously reported molecular finding on triple negative breast cancer, but found it was limited to a single patient and could not be applied to further clinical work. The study highlights the importance of independent study validation and careful assay development.
A new study finds that wind bursts in the western Pacific can significantly impact El Niño events and their severity. The research identifies three distinct varieties of El Niño and explains how westerly wind bursts determine which flavor will occur. This finding could help improve future predictions of these global-scale climate events.
A study of over 6,500 Welsh schoolchildren found that many try e-cigarettes but only a small percentage become regular users. The research suggests that e-cigarettes may have a wider appeal than tobacco among all sectors of the teen population.
Researchers at UT Arlington have developed a new power generator that produces electricity up to 25% more efficiently than existing technology. The Afthon process harnesses pressure gain combustion, capturing most of the lost energy and burning fuel over 30 times faster than traditional engines.
Benjamin C. Jantzen wins NSF CAREER Award to study enabling machines to carry out scientific research on their own. His approach, Dynamical Kinds Theory, aims to create a robot scientist by developing computer algorithms that can automatically choose relevant variables for investigation.
Researchers identify JAK/STAT3 cell signaling pathway as driver of ALK-negative anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL), a particularly aggressive form of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Compounds targeting this pathway show promise in inhibiting disease progression, offering new hope for effective treatments.
A Nation Empowered: Evidence Trumps Excuses aims to empower parents, educators, and policymakers with tools to implement acceleration strategies. The report presents evidence-based research on the benefits of acceleration for gifted students, dispelling myths and misconceptions about its dangers.
Researchers found chimpanzees could plan route in computer mazes, while monkey species struggled with harder mazes requiring inhibition and anticipation. Human children also performed well, but showed variability in abilities across ages.
The UT Arlington team, led by Brian Dennis, Krishnan Rajeshwar, and Norma Tacconi, will design and build a microfluidic electrochemical reactor to recover oxygen from carbon dioxide. The goal is to achieve an oxygen recovery rate of 75% or more.
A new study found that the Affordable Care Act's dependent care provision did not close the racial gap in coverage for young adult trauma patients. Despite improved insurance rates, significant disparities persisted among African-American and Hispanic youth.
Dr. Theresa Montini is awarding $300,000 from the National Institutes of Health to test a nicotine cessation approach in NYC homeless shelters. Her Matrix model-based treatment aims to promote self-esteem and dignity among homeless clients.
Six CCNY graduates have been named National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellows for their exceptional proposals in biology, environmental engineering, bioengineering, chemical engineering, and geochemistry. The fellowships provide annual stipends and cost-of-education allowances to support graduate study.
A new study out of Wellesley College finds that people who value diversity are more likely to have friends from different racial, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. The research suggests that positive beliefs about diversity can increase the likelihood of seeking out diverse friends.
Researchers at Imperial College London and Houston Methodist Research Institute have successfully delivered nucleic acids to specific areas of the body using nanoneedles, prompting the formation of new blood vessels in mice. This breakthrough technique shows promise for treating damaged organs and nerves by repairing themselves.
The ACMG Foundation has announced the inaugural recipient of the Carolyn Mills Lovell Award, presented to Stephanie Harris CGC for her poster presentation on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy research. The award aims to recognize genetic counselors' contributions to clinical genetics and includes a $1000 cash prize.
The Joint Quantum Institute's (JQI) Physics Frontier Center, a collaboration between UMD and NIST, has been renewed by the NSF for five years. Researchers will focus on exploring topological quantum matter, entanglement, and dynamics in systems far from equilibrium.
A Virginia Tech researcher is studying how race, ethnicity, gender, and family income affect STEM career success. The five-year NSF CAREER Award project will examine the influence of these factors on students' college achievement and subsequent careers.
A team of scientists has identified a new species, Yawunik kootenayi, a marine creature with grasping appendages, from the Burgess Shale fossil deposit. The creature had versatile and complex frontal appendages that made it an important predator in its ecosystem.
The Boston University College of Engineering has received a significant donation from AT&T to create a two-year engineering and technology program for an urban high school population. The program aims to document its impact on high school graduation rates and provide resources for formal methods to measure success.