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A recent study by Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University found that ethnic minority parents in Inner Mongolia prefer evidence-based knowledge on family education tailored to their local environment and culture. They sought information on how geographical features like the geomagnetic field influence children's growth and well-being.
A new study found that military veterans are at higher risk of developing human papillomavirus (HPV)-related cancers due to low vaccination rates. The study suggests that 'catch-up' HPV vaccination campaigns are needed to boost vaccination rates among veterans and reduce deaths from these largely preventable cancers.
The University of Missouri will receive a $10 million grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture to double cover crop seed production in the US by 2030. The project aims to educate farmers about new varieties of cover crops, examine their performance with root growth, and distribute them nationwide.
The American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) has awarded four radiologists with the 2023 Resident/Fellow in Radiology Awards for their exceptional research, education, and administrative work. Drs. Elliot T. Varney, Vincius Alves, Luca Pasquini, and Pallavi Srivastava will present their research findings at the upcoming ARRS Annual Meeting...
A recent study by Crystal Lim found that obesity prevention programs combining nutrition and exercise components over an extended period had the most success in changing students' daily behaviors. Successful programs also included evidence-based strategies like goal setting, problem solving, and self-regulation techniques.
The University of Missouri has received a $2 million grant from the Department of Justice to help detect potential threats to school safety in rural Missouri schools. The project will partner with up to 26 rural school districts and utilize technology software to monitor online activity for threatening language or images.
The UCF project, Project CENTRAL, aims to enhance collaboration between special education and school psychology using research-based practices. Scholars will receive enhanced education and preparation in a two-year program, addressing the state's critical shortage of high-quality professionals.
The university is implementing curricular changes to increase access to early intervention and reduce stigma around substance use disorders. The program will cover 30 hours of instruction and add another tool to the kit of nursing graduates, aiming to provide more treatment options for those struggling with opioid addiction.
The emergence of private high schools in rural India increases stratification by gender, income, and socioeconomic status. However, students who remain in public schools are unharmed academically, according to a study published in the Journal of Public Economics.
The UTSA-led Consortium on Nuclear Security Technologies (CONNECT) has received a five-year, $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration. The program aims to educate and train the next generation of scientists and engineers in nuclear security, with a focus on underrepresented students.
Researchers found three reasons retailers are reluctant to adjust new product prices: lack of price changes on related products, state-level pricing laws requiring price stickers, and 99-cent endings. Larger price frictions often lead to product discontinuation, hindering sales success.
The University of Oklahoma is part of a national consortium for inclusive learning, which aims to support and incentivize teaching practices that increase student success outcomes in STEM fields. The OU project team will develop and disseminate tools and resources to support introductory STEM classroom practices.
A study involving 8,000 primary pupils found that COVID-19 closures severely ruptured the social and emotional development of Ethiopia's poorest children. Children lost at least a third of an academic year in learning, with those already disadvantaged educationally being particularly affected.
Doctors in the UK are urging the government to raise the legal drinking age for kids from 5 to lower their risk of future alcohol-related problems. Preliminary research suggests that introducing children to alcohol may sensitize their brain's addiction centers, and delaying first exposure may reduce problem drinking later on.
FAU's nurse-led mobile health unit will provide technology-assisted, culturally aligned health promotion, disease prevention, and primary care services in underserved communities. The project targets high-risk populations with limited access to healthcare.
The $2.4 million grant will provide direct training for new community health workers in Lubbock and throughout the state through registered apprenticeship programs and job placements. The program aims to increase access to healthcare and address public health needs for underserved communities.
A new study warns that a lack of support for children's non-attendance from teachers and local authorities can lead to parents losing faith in the education system. Experts call for policies to be reformed to take account of underlying causes, rather than adopting a punitive approach.
A study by University of Cambridge researchers found that ineffective teacher training is the likely cause of failures in promoting children's physical health in schools. The review of 51 randomised control trials suggests that key ingredients like clear goals, regular feedback, and resources are often missing from teacher training.
The University of Missouri is revamping its training courses for childcare providers with a $7.5 million grant from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The new online video-based courses aim to be more accessible and engaging, covering topics such as safe sleep, transportation, and emergency preparedness.
The $3M award will create a Clinical Nurse Educator Academy for Region 6, increasing RNs and APRNs in medically underserved communities. The program aims to improve health equity and access to quality care through competency-based education and recruitment of licensed nurses.
The ECNU Review of Education special issue examines the benefits and challenges of collaborative education, shedding light on issues like racism, neoliberalism's impact on education, and effective teaching strategies.
A new BIPOC mentoring program at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health aims to improve academic and professional development, sense of belonging, and career advancement. The program's unique features include faculty mentorship, community building, and anti-racism initiatives.
A study found that trainee teachers who received AI-generated feedback improved their diagnostic reasoning, identifying potential learning difficulties in pupils more accurately. The AI system analyzed the trainees' work and provided clear, adaptive feedback.
The special issue of the ECNU Review of Education examines how digital shift, international student mobility, and assessment methods impact student learning in higher education. Research reveals that offline interaction generates more desirable academic outcomes, while online education fosters student autonomy and thesis completion.
A new study examines the 'Programme for Results' scheme, a results-based financing package underpinning Ethiopian government's education reforms. It found that several aspects of the project were unfit for purpose from the start, including inadequate systems to measure results and overlooked groups of children with disabilities.
A University at Buffalo-led study recommends culturally relevant policies and practices to promote a safe environment for Black students. Interventions include co-creating school rules, mindfulness programs, and anti-bias training to address discipline disparities and bias.
A study evaluated COVID-19 vaccine mandates for US states, revealing differences between schools and childcare settings. The results show varying levels of vaccination requirements among states, impacting healthcare professionals.
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 pioneering program at UC San Diego Health Sciences has trained 23% of faculty between 2017-2020, improving mentoring quality and faculty satisfaction, especially among underrepresented groups. The program's success suggests a universally applicable model for medical schools to improve diversity and success.
The University of Texas at El Paso is implementing a multi-phased plan to re-enroll students who have dropped out for a semester or longer. The grant will help address financial, academic, and personal issues that prevent students from completing their degrees.
A study of over 560,000 children in India, Pakistan, Kenya, and Uganda found that private education made little difference in learning outcomes, with gains largely attributed to more advantaged backgrounds. The researchers suggest that private schools may be drawing support away from state education without significantly improving stan...
A new study published in PLOS ONE found that homeschooled adolescents tend to exhibit higher levels of character strength and engage in healthier behaviors, such as volunteering and religious service attendance. However, they are less likely to pursue higher education compared to their public school counterparts.
Young people who consider themselves ‘multilingual’ perform better across a wide range of subjects at school, regardless of their language proficiency. Research shows that encouraging pupils to identify with languages and value different styles of communication can support academic progress.
The new center will offer staff and peer mentoring support in accessing financial aid, academic, career, and wellness services. It aims to bridge financial, language, and cultural barriers faced by Southeast Asian students.
While medical specialty boards have complied with a mandate for parental, caregiver, and medical leave, policies vary and need greater clarity to support trainees. The availability of family, caregiver, and medical leave is essential for the next generation of physicians.
The University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine has been awarded a $9.5 million grant to increase diversity in genetic counseling programs, which currently lack a diverse workforce. The program aims to expand all dimensions of diversity and provide full tuition support to underrepresented students.
The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed a long-term underinvestment in the US public health workforce, with staff losses and underfunding for public health education. Experts recommend increasing access to education for future public health professionals and investing in the existing workforce to address this critical shortage.
Three Lehigh University faculty members received federal grants to study reading interventions, supports for students with disabilities, and teachers of students with autism. The projects aim to improve reading growth for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Researchers conducted focus groups with stakeholders to identify safety measures and public health messaging that reduce the spread of COVID-19. Participants emphasized the need for transparent messaging, regulations, and enforcement of precautions to promote community safety and comfort.
School leaders faced overwhelming and disorganized government guidance during the first months of COVID lockdown, with 201 policy updates released in just 90 days. The study highlights the need for simple fixes to improve communication and implementation of policies.
Environmental education provision needs significant support and investment to address the complex issues of the climate emergency. Experts argue that governments must direct more funding to education innovation, making environmental education a cornerstone for social and environmental changes.
The American Medical Association has awarded Penn State College of Medicine $1.8 million to develop residency education programs that prepare physicians for the complexities of modern healthcare. The project aims to equip residents with health systems science knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality patient care.
The Tennessee Distance Learning Initiative provides hundreds of free science kits aligned with Next Generation Science Standards, promoting hands-on activities in STEM-designated schools. The program aims to engage and inspire students in science and engineering fields.
The NYU GovLab has launched a national online citizen engagement initiative to gather feedback from students, parents, caregivers, and educators on the US education system. The initiative uses free, open-source software to collect responses and will inform policy recommendations for policymakers and philanthropic leaders.
The University of Guam will develop an online open-access database to make CHamoru language and culture learning resources more accessible. The multi-phased project aims to collect, organize, and digitize existing resources, partnering with local and regional organizations.
A study found that 78% of public health graduates were employed, including 5% in fellowships and internships. Graduates with advanced degrees had better employment outcomes. The study highlights the need for schools to prepare graduates with competencies demanded by the workforce.
Maria Torchia LoGrippo, PhD, RN, MSN, NE-BC, ANEF, is one of fifteen distinguished nurse educators selected as a 2020 NLN Academy of Nursing Education fellow. The academy recognizes her contributions to innovative teaching and leadership in nursing education.
A new report by Lancaster University finds that the UK's early years sector lacks a radical new strategy to gender-diversify its workforce, with only 14% of settings using positive action strategies to recruit men. The study recommends reaching out to fathers and promoting male involvement to improve recruitment and retention.
A study by University of California San Diego researcher Gaurav Khanna finds minority students attain 0.8 additional years of education where affirmative action policies are in place. Affirmative action makes going to a good college more attainable, encouraging minority groups to work harder to get into such schools.
Lord David Blunkett blames UK government's underfunding of the civil service and mistrust of local government for ineffective early pandemic response. He advocates for a more diverse civil service model that leverages outside expertise to improve policy delivery.
Public schools in the US have shifted their focus to academic excellence, prioritizing standardized test scores over personal growth, job skills, and student self-awareness. The UB-led study found a significant rise in the ranking of academic excellence among public school principals, while personal growth and job skills declined.
A study found that China's one-child policy contributed significantly to the increased education levels of women, with a delay in marriage and childbearing. The research suggests that some Chinese women postponed their family plans due to the policy, allowing them to pursue higher education.
Dr. Daniel P. Alford received the John P. McGovern Award for Excellence in Medical Education and Substance Use Research at AMERSA's annual conference. He is a renowned expert in addiction medicine and has trained over 165,000 healthcare professionals through his SCOPE of Pain program.
Dr. Mark A. Warner has made significant contributions to the field of anesthesiology through his work on patient care, academic leadership, and scientific discovery. He is a past president of the American Society of Anesthesiologists and has led initiatives in perioperative surgical home model of care.
A UVA Health interventional radiologist has created a virtual reality experience to increase the adoption of thermal ablation for benign thyroid nodules. The procedure offers a less-invasive alternative with reduced scarring and recovery time, and the VR training aims to improve physician awareness and interest.
Researchers are creating a database to catalog teacher misconduct cases in Texas, aiming to inform policymakers with empirical data on educator sexual misconduct. The database will include employment and certification data, shedding light on patterns among offender educators.
A new grant-funded database is being used to track educator misconduct in Texas, providing empirical data on the issue. Researchers found that female educators make up 25% of offenders, and 36% of sanctioned teachers were in their first year of teaching.
A study published in BMJ found that reduced training hours for medical residents did not compromise the quality of care delivered by new physicians. The analysis of 485,685 hospitalizations showed no significant differences in patient outcomes, including mortality and readmissions.
David Schmale, a professor at Virginia Tech, has received a Fulbright US Scholar Program award to develop remote-sensing capabilities to detect and respond to harmful algal blooms in New Zealand. He will also create educational units for students to design and fabricate robots for environmental monitoring.
A new study challenges traditional theories that higher education determines job success in the UK. Employers focus on job readiness, highlighting social qualifications, specific skills, and cognitive abilities. This shift suggests employers seek marketable skills with immediate value to reduce training costs and enhance productivity.