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A nationwide study published in the Social Science Quarterly found that most college students do not gain significant weight during their freshman year, contrary to popular belief. The average student gains between 2.5 and 3.5 pounds, with women gaining an average of 2.4 pounds and men gaining an average of 3.4 pounds.
A study found that moderate alcohol consumption is associated with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), leading to gastrointestinal symptoms. Patients who drank a moderate amount of alcohol, sometimes less than one drink per day, were more likely to have SIBO.
The University of Miami Industrial Assessment Center has received a $1 million grant from the US Department of Energy to conduct industrial assessments and provide training to engineering students. The program aims to help small and medium-sized manufacturers reduce their energy consumption, save money, and increase productivity.
The American College of Physicians recommends that doctors assess the risk of venous thromboembolism and bleeding in patients hospitalized for medical illnesses, such as stroke, before initiating therapy to prevent VTE. Heparin or related blood thinners are prescribed unless the assessed risk of bleeding outweighs likely benefits.
Researchers found a significant north-south gradient in the association between latitude and incidence of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis in the US. Vitamin D supplementation may improve clinical activity in patients with Crohn's disease.
The prestigious Hartford Doctoral Fellows Program in Geriatric Social Work has selected twelve outstanding students to conduct research on aging topics. The fellows will receive a $50,000 dissertation grant and matching support from their home institutions to focus on their research projects over the next two years.
The NYU College of Nursing has received a $1.018 million grant to improve the quality of care through advanced education and practice in its DNP program. The program aims to prepare advanced practice nurses for clinical leadership positions and enhance their knowledge of evidence-based practice.
Researchers at Weill Cornell Medical College uncover biochemical signals that trigger generation of new lung alveoli in mice. The study identifies molecular triggers behind this process, which may be relevant to humans and potentially lead to treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
A new study by St. Michael's Hospital and ICES found that nearly half of Ontario seniors do not see dentists regularly, increasing their risk of chronic diseases and a reduced quality of life. The researchers highlight the importance of prevention and health promotion to help older women remain active and independent as they age.
Researchers uncovered a wide range of new insights into common diseases and their genetic basis, including cardiovascular and kidney disorders, diabetes, cancer, and more. The study provides details on the genetics behind these conditions and elucidates the role of individual differences in metabolism.
A consortium led by Einstein researcher Nir Barzilai aims to sequence the complete genomes of 100 healthy centenarians in 30 days. This effort, backed by a $10 million 'X Prize,' seeks to uncover genetic advantages behind exceptional longevity and develop personalized medicine strategies.
A recent study by Erin Cech found that women engineering students develop less confidence in their engineering expertise and career fit compared to men, leading to lower persistence rates. The study suggests that subtle biases and cultural ideologies contribute to this issue.
Researchers at the University of South Florida have discovered that dormant malaria parasites in red blood cells can recover after antimalarial drug therapy, contributing to treatment failure. The study found a positive association between the number of dormant parasites and when malaria infection re-emerged.
Researchers at Virginia Tech have identified four US strains of the hepatitis E virus in farmed rabbits, closely related to genotype 3, which can spread from animals to humans. The discovery raises concerns about the potential for zoonotic transmission and food safety risks.
A study presented at CHEST 2011 found that sleeping less than 8 hours a night may be linked to weight gain in teens. Teen males who slept 7 hours or less on weekdays had an average BMI that was 3.8 percent higher than those who slept more than 7 hours.
The American College of Medical Informatics (ACMI) has inducted 21 new Fellows, with nearly triple the number elected last year. The growing field of medical informatics is expanding its reach and recognizing top professionals.
A study of 100 patients with periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD) found that left-handed individuals are significantly more likely to have bilateral limb movements, a key indicator of PLMD. This suggests a higher risk of sleep disorders in left-handed people compared to right-handed individuals.
The FASEB MARC Program announced 17 travel awards totaling $28,050 to support scholars' teaching and mentoring skills. The program aims to increase underrepresented scientists in leadership positions, impacting the nation's health research needs.
A new five-year, $1 million grant enables Michigan State University to develop an intensive three-year residency curriculum focused on primary care mental health. The program aims to improve training for primary care physicians in caring for patients with mental health needs.
The Boston University School of Medicine has been awarded a five-year, $316,875 training grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to investigate inflammatory disorders. The program will provide students with a solid academic background in immunology and multi-disciplinary approaches.
Researchers at Imperial College London have successfully created logic gates using harmless gut bacteria and DNA, paving the way for biological computing devices. The new biological logic gates can be connected to form more complex components, potentially leading to applications in sensors, cancer detection, and pollution monitoring.
A research team at Georgia Tech has developed a technique to decode keyboard vibrations and decipher complete sentences with up to 80 percent accuracy. By analyzing the accelerometer's data, the system can identify pairs of keystrokes and compare them to a preloaded dictionary to determine the typed word.
Research from Imperial College London found that premature babies show multiple biological signs of risks to future health, including higher blood pressure and excess fat tissue. Monitoring preterm babies into adulthood is crucial for early detection of disease.
Awareness of mortality increases support for heroic figures and punitive policies. Psychological research reveals how 'mortality salience' can bias voters toward emotions over rational decision-making, leading to polarization and demonization of opposing views.
Researchers at Poggio Colla excavation site in Italy discovered a ceramic fragment with two images of a woman giving birth to a child, over 2,600 years old. The unique find is the first of its kind ever found in an Etruscan excavation, providing new insights into the culture.
Dr. Thomas Rid argues that cyber warfare has never taken place and is unlikely to occur in the future due to the lack of lethality in most attacks. He suggests that modern cyber attacks are more sophisticated versions of traditional sabotage, espionage, and subversion.
The Chem-TCM database, developed by King's College London researchers, provides a comprehensive tool for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries to explore age-old remedies. The database features four major parts, including chemical identification and predicted activity against Western therapeutic targets.
A predictive model of polio outbreaks in Africa was developed using outbreak data from 2003-2010. The model indicates that continued transmission in Nigeria and other countries, as well as poor immunization status, are the main causes of polio outbreaks in Africa.
A five-year federally funded effort aims to increase the number of local high school girls who enter college prepared to study health-related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. The intervention comprises summer academies, academic year cafes, and continuous mentoring support.
The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute has awarded Einstein College of Medicine a $5.7 million grant to fund IDDRC research, focusing on autism spectrum disorders, neurogenetic and seizure disorders, and more. The center aims to improve diagnosis, prevention, and treatment methods, leveraging advances in research and technologies.
A new technology, FLAMES (floating light activated micro-electrical stimulators), has been developed to help individuals with spinal cord injuries. The device is wirelessly controlled and can activate nerves in the spinal cord, allowing patients to regain motor functions.
A study by Rui Yao found that Chinese-American households hold few consumer debts outside of mortgages, with only 5% having auto loans and 3% other types. Higher-income households were more likely to have some consumer debt, reflecting cultural differences in credit usage.
A study found that an exercise program improved balance and reduced fear of falling in people with Parkinson's disease who had a history of falls. The research team tracked significant improvements in physical recreational activity, supporting the effectiveness of physiotherapy and exercise in managing Parkinson's disease.
A multidisciplinary intervention targeting fever, hyperglycaemia, and swallowing management in acute stroke units improves 90-day survival rates and physical functioning. The study found that implementing this strategy can significantly better post-discharge outcomes for stroke patients.
Researchers at Einstein College of Medicine will study the genetic basis of conotruncal defects, also known as CTDs, which account for more than one-third of all heart defects. The study aims to identify novel therapies and preventive strategies for these defects.
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons found that Hispanic women are more likely to develop phyllodes tumors, a rare and unpredictable breast malignancy. The study also revealed higher-grade tumors in Hispanic patients and larger tumor sizes compared to other racial groups.
The University of Colorado Denver has been awarded a $750,000 grant by the National Science Foundation to investigate sustainable cities. The four-year project will bring together researchers from 20 US universities and international partners to reduce energy use, carbon emissions, and mitigate climate risks in urban areas.
Academics say a study used to justify patient choice in the NHS is fundamentally flawed and misleading. The report highlights errors in the original study and concludes that it does not prove cause or effect between patient choice and death rates.
Researchers found that additional matching for HLA-C significantly lowered transplant-related deaths after umbilical cord blood transplants. The study suggests that altering present selection strategies for cord-blood units might ameliorate excess transplant-related mortality.
Researchers are developing biodegradable medical implants that degrade naturally in the body, promoting tissue regeneration. These implants have wide range of applications including repairing knee and hip joints, ligaments, and spinal injuries.
Researchers found that college football players who display physical affection toward their teammates are happier and more likely to have a mental edge. In contrast, those who conform to traditional male stereotypes tend to have lower self-esteem. The studies suggest that emotional expression may be beneficial for athletes in terms of ...
The University of Cincinnati's CEEMS program aims to equip teachers with engineering skills to provide students with opportunities to reach revised Ohio State Science Standards. The five-year grant will reach 1,925 teachers impacting 38,500 students in the region, promoting STEM education and transforming teacher education.
A nationwide study found that people taking oral steroids are twice as likely as the general population to have severe vitamin D deficiency. This increased risk is particularly pronounced for steroid users under 18, who were 14 times more likely to have a severe vitamin D deficiency.
The American College of Cardiology Foundation (ACCF) and the American Heart Association (AHA) have released an updated guideline for diagnosing and managing peripheral artery disease (PAD). The guidelines emphasize expanded criteria for using the ankle-brachial index (ABI) for earlier diagnosis and increased efforts to ensure patients ...
Researchers will develop a 'therapeutic robot' to aid people with mobility problems and create wearable sensors that allow blind individuals to perceive their environment. They will also investigate the spatial and temporal regulation of cell differentiation in tissues.
The supplement highlights the importance of integrating public health and prevention principles into medical education. Experts emphasize the need for physicians with a better appreciation for these issues to address complex public health challenges, such as rising chronic disease burdens and persistent health disparities.
A City College of New York-led research team is developing wearable sensors to assist the visually impaired in navigating their environment. The project aims to create devices that can convey information about surroundings through touch, hearing, and other senses.
Sotirios G. Ziavras, a professor at NJIT's Electrical and Computer Engineering department, has received the Excellence in Graduate Instruction Award. He is also an internationally recognized expert in advanced computer architecture, embedded computing systems, and parallel processing.
Researchers will study the role of folic acid in preventing neural tube defects, with the goal of developing individualized prevention strategies. The study aims to identify which genes are modified by folic acid levels and how those patterns can be used to assess risk for spina bifida.
A study by Imperial College London found that foam therapy is over four times more cost-effective and quicker than laser treatment for varicose veins. Foam therapy allows patients to resume normal activity sooner and causes less pain.
Arizona State University researchers are studying the 10,000 Solutions participatory online platform to understand conditions for collective action. They aim to investigate how participation spreads, voting mechanisms impact community dynamics, and team formation affects solution quality.
Scientists have identified a novel type of antibody that works against pneumococcal bacteria by causing them to clump together, leading to the expression of genes that could kill some of their siblings. This finding could improve vaccines against pneumonia and reduce hospitalizations and deaths from pneumococcal disease.
Charlie Duke, a Hall of Fame astronaut, presented the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation's largest monetary award to OU student Bradley Pirtle. The $10,000 scholarship recognizes Pirtle's exceptional performance in computer engineering and his commitment to pursuing a Ph.D. in computer science.
A cost-effectiveness study found that early antiretroviral treatment (ART) is cost-effective in resource-poor settings like Haiti. The study supports the implementation of the new WHO guidelines for early ART initiation, which recommend treatment for all HIV-infected patients with CD4 cell counts below 350 cells/mm3.
A study by researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine found that close supervision by rheumatologists and the use of immunosuppressant drugs can improve the survival of lupus patients with end-stage kidney disease. Patients who visited their rheumatologist regularly had significantly higher four-year survival rates compared to ...
A study published in PLoS Medicine found that early treatment of HIV significantly reduces mortality by 75 percent. The researchers also found that the benefits of early ART outweigh its costs, making it a cost-effective intervention in resource-poor settings.
Researchers found that starting early savings accounts for low-income children, coupled with financial education, increases the likelihood of these families saving more and their children attending college. This study's findings support policies like Child Development Accounts to increase college attendance and graduation rates.
A study by Cornell economist Michael Lovenheim finds a strong correlation between home prices and college attendance. The housing boom led to increased college enrollment nationwide, with the effect being particularly strong among middle and lower-income families.
A $1.1 million grant aims to boost under-represented students in health-related research, fostering diversity and addressing disparities in cardiovascular, pulmonary, and hematologic diseases. The program will provide mentorship, research training, and financial assistance to 16 students from diverse backgrounds.
A study at University of Nebraska-Lincoln found that college students talk about hookups more than they actually engage in them, leading to a normalized view of the practice and riskier behavior. Students who frequently discuss hookups with peers are more likely to participate in casual sex.