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Comprehensive exploration of living organisms, biological systems, and life processes across all scales from molecules to ecosystems. Encompasses cutting-edge research in biology, genetics, molecular biology, ecology, biochemistry, microbiology, botany, zoology, evolutionary biology, genomics, and biotechnology. Investigates cellular mechanisms, organism development, genetic inheritance, biodiversity conservation, metabolic processes, protein synthesis, DNA sequencing, CRISPR gene editing, stem cell research, and the fundamental principles governing all forms of life on Earth.
Comprehensive medical research, clinical studies, and healthcare sciences focused on disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Encompasses clinical medicine, public health, pharmacology, epidemiology, medical specialties, disease mechanisms, therapeutic interventions, healthcare innovation, precision medicine, telemedicine, medical devices, drug development, clinical trials, patient care, mental health, nutrition science, health policy, and the application of medical science to improve human health, wellbeing, and quality of life across diverse populations.
Comprehensive investigation of human society, behavior, relationships, and social structures through systematic research and analysis. Encompasses psychology, sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, linguistics, education, demography, communications, and social research methodologies. Examines human cognition, social interactions, cultural phenomena, economic systems, political institutions, language and communication, educational processes, population dynamics, and the complex social, cultural, economic, and political forces shaping human societies, communities, and civilizations throughout history and across the contemporary world.
Fundamental study of the non-living natural world, matter, energy, and physical phenomena governing the universe. Encompasses physics, chemistry, earth sciences, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, materials science, and the investigation of physical laws, chemical reactions, geological processes, climate systems, and planetary dynamics. Explores everything from subatomic particles and quantum mechanics to planetary systems and cosmic phenomena, including energy transformations, molecular interactions, elemental properties, weather patterns, tectonic activity, and the fundamental forces and principles underlying the physical nature of reality.
Practical application of scientific knowledge and engineering principles to solve real-world problems and develop innovative technologies. Encompasses all engineering disciplines, technology development, computer science, artificial intelligence, environmental sciences, agriculture, materials applications, energy systems, and industrial innovation. Bridges theoretical research with tangible solutions for infrastructure, manufacturing, computing, communications, transportation, construction, sustainable development, and emerging technologies that advance human capabilities, improve quality of life, and address societal challenges through scientific innovation and technological progress.
Study of the practice, culture, infrastructure, and social dimensions of science itself. Addresses how science is conducted, organized, communicated, and integrated into society. Encompasses research funding mechanisms, scientific publishing systems, peer review processes, academic ethics, science policy, research institutions, scientific collaboration networks, science education, career development, research programs, scientific methods, science communication, and the sociology of scientific discovery. Examines the human, institutional, and cultural aspects of scientific enterprise, knowledge production, and the translation of research into societal benefit.
Comprehensive study of the universe beyond Earth, encompassing celestial objects, cosmic phenomena, and space exploration. Includes astronomy, astrophysics, planetary science, cosmology, space physics, astrobiology, and space technology. Investigates stars, galaxies, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, black holes, nebulae, exoplanets, dark matter, dark energy, cosmic microwave background, stellar evolution, planetary formation, space weather, solar system dynamics, the search for extraterrestrial life, and humanity's efforts to explore, understand, and unlock the mysteries of the cosmos through observation, theory, and space missions.
Comprehensive examination of tools, techniques, methodologies, and approaches used across scientific disciplines to conduct research, collect data, and analyze results. Encompasses experimental procedures, analytical methods, measurement techniques, instrumentation, imaging technologies, spectroscopic methods, laboratory protocols, observational studies, statistical analysis, computational methods, data visualization, quality control, and methodological innovations. Addresses the practical techniques and theoretical frameworks enabling scientists to investigate phenomena, test hypotheses, gather evidence, ensure reproducibility, and generate reliable knowledge through systematic, rigorous investigation across all areas of scientific inquiry.
Study of abstract structures, patterns, quantities, relationships, and logical reasoning through pure and applied mathematical disciplines. Encompasses algebra, calculus, geometry, topology, number theory, analysis, discrete mathematics, mathematical logic, set theory, probability, statistics, and computational mathematics. Investigates mathematical structures, theorems, proofs, algorithms, functions, equations, and the rigorous logical frameworks underlying quantitative reasoning. Provides the foundational language and tools for all scientific fields, enabling precise description of natural phenomena, modeling of complex systems, and the development of technologies across physics, engineering, computer science, economics, and all quantitative sciences.
Researchers have developed a new 3D printing method that allows for the creation of objects with permanent shape-shifting capabilities. The method uses shape memory polymers and can achieve significant time and material savings.
The new technology could enable teams of robots to conduct surveillance as a single entity with many eyes, detecting suspicious actors and activities. Researchers plan early tests on the Cornell campus, using research robots to surveil crowded areas while drawing on existing webcams.
Researchers developed nondestructive nanowire technology to record electrical activity of neurons with high sensitivity and resolution. The technology enables simultaneous measurement of multiple neurons and can isolate individual signals, paving the way for accelerated drug development and better understanding of brain function.
A UTSA student-led team has received a $50,000 NSF grant to continue developing their infrared medical camera, InfraVein. The team will travel to Boston for the NSF I-Corps seminar series, where they will test their business model and market strategy with potential customers.
NYU Assistant Professor Miguel Modestino has developed a method to create nylon-like textiles while capturing carbon dioxide from the environment. The process uses photovoltaic arrays, water, and plant waste to produce hexanediamine, one of the precursors to nylon.
Researchers developed a new technology using nanopowders to modify aluminum alloys, improving operational properties and reducing energy costs. The innovative method has the potential to transform the metallurgy industry, with key customers including major producers of primary aluminum.
Research suggests that omega-3 fatty acids can diminish inflammatory processes contributing to type 1 diabetes. Increasing omega-3 FA consumption improved glucose metabolism and reduced diabetes occurrence in a mouse model.
Researchers developed a continuous monitoring system to detect potential machine faults through sensor analysis. The system can identify subtle changes in signal patterns, allowing for early warning of damage or mechanical wear.
Engineers have developed a technology to cool hotspots in high-performance electronics by leveraging the same physical phenomenon that cleans cicadas' wings. Droplets jump toward hotspots, bringing cooling where it's needed most, and the results appear online.
The Graphene Experience Zone at GSMA Mobile World Congress 2017 featured 20 demonstrators and prototypes showcasing graphene-enhanced mobile technologies. Key highlights included the BAC Mono graphene-enhanced car, which improved fuel efficiency and performance.
A PolyU research team has developed a fast, affordable and accurate 3D fingerprint identification system. The system uses a single camera and LED lights to capture high-frequency information in 3D fingerprints, achieving an accuracy of around 97%.
A new method developed by Deva Ramanan and Peiyun Hu reduces error rates for detecting tiny faces in images by a factor of two, resulting in 81% accuracy. The approach leverages context, including body shapes and crowd compositions, to improve object detection.
A team of MSU scientists mapped a giant Samba virus using DIY cryo-electron microscopy technology, revealing its structure and biological mechanisms. The breakthrough could lead to new treatments for diseases caused by similar viruses.
Researchers use new telescope images to reveal the emergence of small-scale magnetic fields in the corona, which may trigger solar flares. The study suggests that these magnetic field structures are linked to the onset of a main flare and could help predict flares with more precision.
A team of researchers has designed a standard set of building-blocks to assemble complex structures and engineer arbitrary 3D metamaterials. The breakthrough aims to overcome the bottleneck in translating scientific progress to commercial applications.
Penn State researchers found that black and Latino students tend to move into charter schools with higher racial isolation, while white students move to more diverse schools. This study highlights the need for educational equity and raises questions about school-choice policy's effects on fostering racially diverse schools.
A new study suggests that advances in fishing technology pose a significant threat to the global fishery, with potential long-term consequences. The research found that improvements in technology led to an increase in fish catches, but ultimately resulted in the depletion of fish populations and collapse of fisheries.
Scientists have discovered a new type of memory effect in transition metal oxides, which could lead to breakthroughs in security technology. The phenomenon allows for the creation of multiple memories in a single physical space, making it potentially useful for secure data storage and encryption.
A new study in the Journal of Consumer Research found that consumers are more likely to buy practical products, such as cooking ingredients and household cleaners, when they feel a loss of control. This purchase behavior is driven by a desire to exert control over their lives through functional items.
Researchers developed a framework to help retailers assess shopper-facing technology, considering factors like intrusiveness, value, and satisfaction. The study found that retailers should prioritize shopper perceptions before measuring potential cost savings and profit enhancements.
A Baylor University study found that people who fear technology, known as technophobes, are three times more likely to fear unemployment and nearly three times more likely to worry about financial instability. The study suggests that these fears may be a legitimate social concern, rather than simply a subset of fearful individuals.
Researchers demonstrated steady state lasing with colloidal quantum dots, a crucial step towards practical laser technology. The unique shape of the quantum dots, resembling a flying saucer, overcame limitations in previous lasers.
Researchers develop technology to produce special nanopowders used as modifying additives in aluminum alloy production. The new method improves operational properties and reduces energy costs, targeting metallurgy and machinery industries.
Researchers discovered that nanoscale pillar-shaped distribution of iron in strontium titanate leads to enhanced magnetic and magnetooptical response. The polycrystalline sample showed stronger magnetism than the single-crystal film, breaking a common trend in oxide systems.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology propose a novel sensor method to detect molecules with ultra-thin nanomaterials, offering improved sensitivity and selectivity for environmental gas detection. The proposed sensors can identify pollutants by altering their optical fingerprint when exposed to molecules.
Researchers at the University of Bristol have developed a highly magnetic material made from nickel-based polymer that can be easily created and destroyed using temperature changes. This discovery has significant implications for improving data storage applications and enhancing computer technology performance.
Researchers explore how to cultivate innovative thinking in students by focusing on characteristics like abstract thinking, motivation, and creativity. The authors argue that education can improve individuals' ability to utilize existing traits rather than trying to create new ones.
Researchers at Kaunas University of Technology have developed biodegradable packaging that can keep food fresh for longer, reducing food waste and plastic usage. The packaging, made from cellulose composites with added ethereal oil and silver particles, degrades in nature in around two years.
University-based startups can benefit from university-funded seed capital programs, which provide expanded funding opportunities, entrepreneur development, and economic growth. These programs also help faculty members and students develop their entrepreneurial skills and support the commercialization of innovative technologies.
Researchers at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University and Delft University of Technology created a technology for obtaining gradient microstructures in metals, combining properties of two metals for high performance characteristics.
A £5m project by the University of Manchester aims to reduce offshore wind farm maintenance costs using AI, robotics, and advanced sensors. The initiative will enable predictive diagnostics, allowing for early issue detection and minimal human intervention in hazardous environments.
UTA researchers are developing a new mathematical theory to improve imaging technologies used in modern healthcare equipment, national security, and space exploration. The project has the potential to enhance image accuracy and lead to advances in cancer diagnosis and treatment, airport security, and space exploration.
The EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) is predicted to result in significant GDP gains but may also lead to net losses in terms of employment, personal incomes, and GDP. CETA's impact on workers would be substantial, with average annual earnings foregone of €1,776 in Canada and between €316 and €1,331 in the EU.
A new survey investigates ideal qualities of microfluidics-based 3D cell culture systems, finding a positive attitude among the biomedical community. However, a gap remains between desired and available features, including complexity, user-friendliness, physiological relevance, and controllability.
Researchers are developing a new robotic system to map and analyze radioactive sites using advanced sensing technologies, including optical spectroscopy and radiation detection. The project aims to improve the decommissioning process and reduce costs.
Researchers at Tohoku University found 19 common Japanese color categories, including 11 basic colors and eight additional named categories. The study also showed that traditional expressions from classic poetry have been retained despite modern linguistic changes.
Scientists at New Jersey Institute of Technology propose that cell components store energy on their outer edges, a strategy used by various cells daily. This discovery could lead to the development of new materials with unique properties, including applications in energy-efficient solar cells and sound deadening.
The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council has announced a major funding boost to develop robotics and artificial intelligence technologies for healthcare and hazardous environments. The £17.3 million investment will support research projects in surgical micro-robotics, autonomous systems, and extreme environments.
Researchers developed a method to transform silk protein into complex materials that can be easily programmed at the nano-, micro-, and macro-scales. The resulting materials are ultralight, robust, and feature a web-like structure with aerated pores.
A study found that teens rarely discuss online risky experiences with parents due to differing perceptions and reactions. Parents often overreact or underreact, leading teens to avoid discussing issues, which can impact their ability to navigate future online encounters.
A recent study of 74 Android mobile apps found that 89% focus on parental control, while only 11% support teen self-regulation. This approach may hinder teens' ability to develop essential online safety skills and cope with future encounters.
The study focuses on combining SPRA technology with polypseudorotaxane (PPRX) technology to create a sustained and controllable insulin release system. Four types of PPRXs were developed, showing improved blood glucose reduction times and safety profiles.
Researchers at Toyohashi University of Technology developed a microhotplate using SU-8 polymer material, achieving good thermal isolation and mechanical stability. The device displayed high temperature resistance up to 550 °C and low power consumption, making it suitable for miniature smart gas sensor chips.
A study by Russian scientists analyzed the hair of petrochemical workers, finding higher levels of As, Hg, Sn, I, and Si in office workers compared to those in other departments. Essential elements like Cr, Fe, and I were found in higher concentrations in primary oil refining employees, while toxic element content was generally lower i...
A study by Toyohashi University of Technology found that general air conditioner airflow can influence sleep conditions, even at low velocities. The research suggests customized airflow settings may help create a comfortable sleeping environment.
Students in Ohio's online charter schools outperform their peers in brick-and-mortar schools, with lower academic achievement and higher dropout rates. The study suggests that self-directed learning without teacher presence hinders student success.
The five researchers were honored for their accomplishments in chemical engineering, energy and minerals engineering, environmental engineering and computer science. They also received recognition for mentoring young women scientists in their respective countries.
Researchers at NYU Tandon are developing a deep learning system that enables self-driving cars to navigate and respond to changing road conditions. The system uses data from onboard sensors and information from HERE HD Live Map, a cloud-based service for automated driving.
Researchers at NTU Singapore have developed an ultrafast high-contrast camera that can record the slightest movements and objects in real-time. The new camera is designed to help self-driving cars and drones avoid collisions by analyzing visual data instantly, reducing processing lag times.
Researchers at UT Dallas have created a miniaturized atomic force microscope on a chip, reducing the size and potential cost of the device. This breakthrough technology has the potential to expand the instrument's utility beyond current scientific applications, including the semiconductor industry.
A recent study published in Technologies found that consumers can save big bucks by investing in a low-cost 3-D printer and printing household items. After analyzing the cost of printing 26 everyday items, researchers found an average savings of 98.65%, with some items saving over $12,000 after five years.
Experts review successful and unsuccessful policies for low-carbon technology innovation, highlighting the impact of policy instruments on technological progress. They also discuss the importance of stakeholder collaboration in implementing smart city innovations.
Composer Samuel Hertz has been announced as the winner of the inaugural £15,000 DARE Art Prize. He will spend the next year collaborating with researchers at the University of Leeds and Opera North staff to create a groundbreaking new work exploring the effects of infrasound on wellbeing and mood.
Researchers from UT Institute of Agriculture won the Outstanding Paper Award in Weed Technology for their study on cover crops and herbicides. The study found that combinations of grass and legume cover crops provided effective control over glyphosate-resistant Palmer Amaranth, with cereal rye and wheat showing the best results.
Researchers have discovered that quantum devices can process information more efficiently than classical devices by harnessing quantum theory. This breakthrough could lead to significant advancements in fields such as artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Researchers at ANU have developed dynamic liquid materials that can be remotely controlled by changing wave patterns, enabling new techniques to manipulate micro-organisms. This breakthrough could lead to innovations in invisibility cloaking, superlenses and high-efficiency antennae.
Scientists at Lomonosov Moscow State University have developed polymer matrices capable of replacing aluminum and titanium in aircraft parts. The new materials possess higher strength than metals, decreasing the mass of aircraft parts that operate at high temperatures.
The BU College of Engineering is leading a $3.36 million project to improve connected and automated vehicles' energy efficiency by 20%. This initiative, funded by the US Department of Energy's ARPA-E NEXTCAR program, aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and oil consumption per mile.
Researchers developed a new theory of cooperation that avoids making moral assessments in specific cases, promoting more effective cooperation. The 'Staying' rule assesses individuals based on their reputation, allowing good cooperators to thrive even among freeloaders.
Researchers at Hiroshima University have developed a terahertz transmitter capable of transmitting digital data at rates exceeding 100 gigabits per second. This breakthrough enables faster data transfer rates, making it suitable for applications such as satellite communications and ultrafast wireless links between base stations.