Articles tagged with Graduate Students
Two student-developed mobile apps, FoodFeed and FL•U, have been created to combat health threats. FoodFeed provides alerts on food recalls, illness outbreaks and health code violations, while FL•U allows users to share flu-like symptoms and view localized outbreak maps.
A USC study reveals Google has expanded its search infrastructure to serve clients from over 1400 locations worldwide, reducing warming up lag time and packet loss for faster searches. This shift allows Google to deliver content quickly while keeping operational costs low for ISPs.
Two pioneering online biology video sites have merged to create a new platform offering world-class biologist videos for free. The new site features an expanded 'iBioEducation' section with microscopy courses, lecture series, and assessments for educators, reaching over 1.4 million views across 180 countries.
NYU has been awarded a grant to create a comprehensive biomedical research training program to prepare students and postdoctoral scholars for careers beyond academia. The program will provide career-training workshops, professional development, and job search support to approximately 1,100 trainees.
The National Institutes of Health is providing funding for innovative approaches to address workforce challenges in the biomedical research sector. The program aims to broaden trainees' exposure to multiple career options, enabling them to make meaningful contributions outside traditional academic research.
Scientists at Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute have reported experimental evidence supporting the top-down theory of fullerene formation. The discovery could lead to better medical imaging contrast agents and cancer treatment methods, as fullerenes with trapped metal atoms show low side-effect risks.
The Entomological Foundation awards Dr. John Acorn the Entomological Foundation Medal of Honor for his preeminence in the field through outstanding contributions. The foundation also recognizes Dr. Douglas B. Walsh's efforts in integrated pest management, resulting in a reduction of over 100,000 pounds of insecticide use annually.
The ASCB Kaluza Prize recognizes graduate students for their outstanding research contributions. The competition is open to ASCB members and applicants, with a focus on the quality and significance of the work rather than journal impact factors. The $5,000 prize winner will be honored at the 2013 ASCB Annual Meeting.
Miao Yu, a chemistry graduate student at University of Chicago, has received an International Predoctoral Student Research Fellowship from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. She will receive $43,000 annually for up to three years to support her research on DNA modifications.
A graduate student at UC Riverside has received a $90,000 NIH fellowship to investigate the cytotoxic effects of e-cigarette aerosols on human cell health. The research aims to better understand the potential risks of e-cigarettes and improve their effectiveness as smoking cessation devices.
Researchers at MIT create systems that can translate natural-language descriptions into working code in a few narrow cases. The method involves mapping regular expressions to equivalent natural-language expressions, enabling programmers to specify complex searches using simple language.
Researchers from UT Austin found that small fires can muffle the PASS device's alarm, merging its two distinct whistles into one. Increasing the alarm volume may help mitigate this issue.
The new fabric uses microfluidic technology to form excess sweat into droplets that drain away automatically. The fabric's water-repellent properties and controlling patterns of conductive threads enable targeted sweat collection and removal.
Researchers discovered that individuals who use an emotional regulation strategy called reappraisal tend to experience less anxiety than those who suppress their emotions. Reappraisal involves reframing a problem in a positive light, finding the positives and focusing on challenging situations.
Researchers at UC Davis found major security issues in popular Android apps like Handcent SMS, WeChat, and Weibo, which can be exploited by malicious code. These vulnerabilities allow attackers to access personal data and forge fake messages.
The University of Texas at Arlington's Mathematics Department has been recognized for its successful diversity initiatives, including a growing doctoral program that reflects the nation's demographics. The department's emphasis on students, community outreach, and research has earned it an American Mathematical Society award.
The Nebraska Conference for Undergraduate Women in Mathematics has been a life-changing experience for over 2,600 women undergraduates since its founding in 1999. The conference boosts participants' self-confidence and sense of community through carefully planned activities.
A meta-analysis of 161 studies on prey diversity found that mixed diets enhance animal fitness, but not as well as specialized diets. Generalized diets may offer flexibility and less risk of predation, rather than nutritional benefits.
Researchers have identified evidence of a dinosaur's ability to swim with coordinated leg movements, as indicated by 15-meter claw marks found on a Chinese riverbed. The marks suggest the presence of a two-legged dinosaur that was swimming along the river and only its tippy toes were touching bottom.
Researchers discovered a new species of brown seaweed, Colpomenia peregrina, in the Gulf of Maine, which has rapidly expanded its range from Canada to Cape Cod. The sea potato, also known as oyster thief, is an epiphytic species that grows on other plants and is competing with native flora for space and nutrients.
A team of Harvard scientists has successfully measured the magnetic charge of single particles of matter and antimatter, achieving a significant increase in accuracy for antiprotons. This breakthrough could provide new insights into the nature of matter and help address fundamental questions about the universe.
Parents can significantly reduce their teens' drinking during college by discussing alcohol with them before they start. The study found that pre-college conversations about alcohol had a lasting impact on students, while summer and fall conversations showed limited effectiveness.
The new chip performs real-time HEVC encoding and decoding, enabling four times the resolution of current TVs. It achieves this through pipelining and matrix multiplication to reduce computational complexity.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota created an artificial enzyme through directed evolution, a method that mimics natural selection and evolution. The new enzyme functions similarly to its natural counterparts despite its unusual structure and dynamics.
Researchers at Northwestern University have created an exotic new chemical compound that links two identical tetracationic rings together using a mechanical bond. The compound's stable organic radical properties make it useful for applications in batteries, semiconductors and electronic memory devices.
Researchers at Simon Fraser University discovered that male wasp females are marked by pheromone transfers from the tip of their antennae when approaching potential mates. This marking system allows males to quickly identify high-quality females and establishes a mating advantage, while deterring rival males from approaching.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is establishing a fellowship in astrobiology thanks to a $480,000 gift from the Emily Landecker Foundation. The James P. Ferris Fellowship will support graduate students pursuing research in the interdisciplinary field of astrobiology.
The University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science graduate student won a video contest recognizing her pioneering work on bio-acoustics and larval fish navigation. The award highlights the importance of science communication, with Erica co-directing a marine science film festival.
The NSF Graduate Research Opportunities Worldwide (GROW) program aims to prepare graduate students for global research collaboration. The program connects NSF Graduate Research Fellows with leading scientists and research infrastructure worldwide, promoting international cooperation and intellectual growth.
Researchers from the University of Ryukyus discovered two new species of Neozoanthus anemones in southern Japan and the Great Barrier Reef, Australia. The finding highlights the vast yet under-explored biodiversity of marine ecosystems.
A recent study from Ohio State University found that media coverage plays a significant role in shaping viewers' perception of presidential debates. Coverage that focuses on policy issues increases the likelihood of viewers forming specific thoughts about candidates' policy proposals.
An analysis of 42 US presidents suggests that fearless dominance, a trait associated with psychopathy, may be an important predictor of presidential performance. This study found correlations between boldness and higher ratings for leadership, persuasiveness, crisis management, and Congressional relations.
A new UCLA psychology study found that labeling emotions at the precise moment of confrontation can reduce fear and anxiety. The researchers asked participants with a fear of spiders to approach and touch a large tarantula, with results showing those who described their emotions were able to get closer and experience less distress.
A new study reveals that brain clock oscillations are driven by cellular metabolism, which affects the production and flow of chemical energy in cells. The researchers found that redox reactions in the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) oscillate on a 24-hour cycle, opening and closing channels of communication in brain cells.
A recent recession has disproportionately affected married mothers, with them spending more time between jobs and earning less after re-employment. The study found that married moms take up to 17 weeks longer to find a new job compared to married dads, with women experiencing a $175 decrease in weekly earnings.
A 2010 survey found married moms spent more time between jobs and earned less after re-employment compared to married dads. The study suggests a 'motherhood penalty' in the workplace, where women's family decisions may signal a lack of commitment to work.
A University of Alabama graduate student rediscovered the Oblong Rocksnail, a freshwater snail declared extinct in 2000, in the Cahaba River. The species' range has been dramatically shortened due to pollution and habitat degradation, making it vulnerable to extinction.
The US Department of Energy supports the search for the Higgs particle through the Large Hadron Collider. Thousands of American scientists and graduate students contributed to this research.
Michael Maroun, a UC Riverside graduate student, is attending the 62nd Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting to interact with 25 Nobel laureates in physics. He hopes to make mathematical physics more popular and give it international attention.
Joanna B. Goldberg, Professor at University of Virginia, receives the 2012 ASM Graduate Microbiology Teaching Award for distinguished teaching and mentoring of students. She has mentored over 75 students and directs the Microbial Pathogenesis course.
A recent study published in Scientific Reports documents the long-term ecological interactions between land and sea ecosystems. Researchers found that replacing native trees with non-native palms led to a cascade of effects, including fewer seabirds, reduced nutrients in waters, and decreased manta ray populations.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that college students can accurately judge others' sexual orientation based on facial features, with a higher accuracy rate for women's faces (65%). The researchers also discovered that gaydar is persistent even when the face is viewed upside down.
Researchers found that watching tragedy movies causes people to reflect on their close relationships, boosting life happiness. Participants who thought more about their loved ones after the movie reported greater increases in happiness and enjoyment of the film.
The Dictionary of American Regional English has completed its fifth volume, covering Sl to Z, after nearly five decades of research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The dictionary records regional variations in words, phrases, pronunciations, and grammar across the US.
A University of Georgia study found that convenience stores in low-income black neighborhoods often lack fresh produce, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products. The research also revealed that supermarkets are scarce in these areas, leaving residents with limited shopping options.
A University of Nevada, Reno economist found that employer-sponsored workers on temporary visas who acquire green cards increase their annual incomes by about $11,860. This is due to the six-year wait period for green card approval and employers' willingness to hold workers over 'a barrel,' limiting job opportunities and wage growth.
A new BYU study found that online role-playing games can hurt real-life marital satisfaction, with 75% of spouses wishing their partner would spend less time gaming and more on their marriage. However, for couples who game together, interacting with each other's avatars leads to higher marital satisfaction.
A Northwestern University study shows that perceiving a partner's efforts to improve the relationship enhances feelings of security and happiness. The research suggests that acknowledging a partner's capabilities for change is crucial to building a happy relationship.
The University of California, Riverside has awarded nine first-year graduate students $30,000 annual stipends for two years to support their pursuit of Ph.D.s in STEM fields. The fellowships aim to increase the number of ethnically underrepresented students completing doctoral degrees.
The study advances understanding of bruise composition and age through spectroscopic measurement and Monte Carlo modeling. Researchers developed a multilayered model simulating seven skin layers, providing clearer spectroscopic pictures of bruise composition and age.
A team led by LSU Professor Bradley Schaefer and graduate student Ashley Pagnotta discovered the origin of thermonuclear supernovae as a pair of white dwarf stars. The study resolves the decades-long 'progenitor problem' in astrophysics, with no remaining possible explanations for the explosions.
A new study in Psychological Science finds that asset and debt levels change perceptions of wealth beyond net worth, with people in debt perceiving themselves wealthier when assets outweigh debt. Participants were asked which person or household was financially better off, and whether they'd borrow to buy something they couldn't pay for.
A Florida State University study reveals that maximizing, or second-guessing, decision-making leads to reduced satisfaction with choices. Maximizers tend to obsess over decisions and then fret about their choices later, resulting in less commitment and happiness.
Researchers found that paper wasps can differentiate between unaltered faces faster and more accurately than geometric patterns or altered facial images. The ability to recognize individuals is crucial for colony stability in species like P. fuscatus.
A new study from Rice University and Pennsylvania State University reveals that transsexual employees who are open about their gender identity in the workplace experience greater job satisfaction and organizational commitment. The research also highlights the importance of a strong support system in fostering a positive work environment.
Researchers at the University of Tennessee have calculated calorie costs of various physical activities performed by manual wheelchair users. The study found that individuals with disabilities can expend significant energy while engaging in household chores and sports like fencing.
The new sensor uses a transparent film of single-walled carbon nanotubes that can stretch up to twice its original length in any direction without permanent deformation. It can detect pressure ranging from a firm pinch to elephant-like pressure, making it suitable for medical applications and prosthetic limbs.
The American Society of Plant Biologists has named 12 plant biology researchers as science education mentors for the PlantingScience Master Plant Science Team. This program enables middle and high school students to develop practical, insightful research skills while investigating plant themes.
The Entomological Foundation recognizes outstanding contributions to integrated pest management, including the ECB Team Award for areawide suppression of the European Corn Borer. The foundation also awards research grants to postdoctoral scientists working on pest insects, such as Christelle Guédot.
Researchers at Stanford University used remote wildlife cameras to confirm mountain lion activity in the preserve, with seasonal patterns and human-lion encounters explored. The study suggests that mountain lions are present about 24% of the time, posing a low risk to humans.