Articles tagged with Postdoctoral Fellows
A team of researchers from the University of Pennsylvania has discovered a crucial link between alcohol molecules and haze formation. Alcohols like methanol reduce particle formation by consuming sulfur trioxide, converting it to more sticky compounds that promote growth.
Quark and gluon researcher Nobuo Sato aims to bridge the gap between theory and experiment to understand how these particles form hadrons, which make up protons, neutrons, and other atomic particles. His three-year fellowship will allow him to pursue independent research at Jefferson Lab.
The American Society of Plant Biologists will establish a mentorship award in honor of legendary plant scientist Winslow Briggs. The award recognizes outstanding commitment to mentoring and supporting next-generation scientists, with the inaugural recipient to chair a symposium at the ASPB annual conference.
A study found that varying question formats can significantly affect the proportion of Americans who believe in human-caused climate change. The researchers surveyed over 7,000 people and found that the acceptance rate ranged from 50% to 71%, depending on the format used.
Harvard scientists develop a framework explaining how bees use environmental signals to collectively cluster and ventilate their hive. They found that individual bees respond to temperature variations, and the physics of fluid flow leads to efficient cooling solutions.
Filling canals with spoil banks is a successful restoration technique that has been rarely applied in Louisiana. This method is dramatically cost-effective, with estimated costs of $335 million compared to the economic value gained from extracting oil and gas for the last century.
UCF researchers have developed a technique to hide information on materials by controlling absorption of light, making it visible only through infrared lenses or cameras. The technology has applications in anti-counterfeiting security, military assets identification, and dynamic camouflage.
A new study finds that half of scientists will drop out of academia after five years, contrasting with the 1960s when a higher fraction spent their careers in academia. The study reveals a steadily growing temporary workforce and a 35-percentage-point rise in researchers never credited as primary authors.
RePaint uses a combination of 3D printing and deep learning to authentically recreate paintings, regardless of lighting conditions. The system was tested on oil paintings and found to be more than four times more accurate than state-of-the-art physical models.
Researchers develop a new, more realistic model of human interaction, finding that cooperation is unstable without open communication. The study reveals that even a single difference of opinion can lead to dramatic effects and polarization in the population.
The American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR) and the Glenn Foundation for Medical Research announced the recipients of the 2018 Glenn Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowships in Aging Research, supporting postdocs studying basic research mechanisms of aging. The program provides $60,000 grants to study human health and disease.
The Irene Diamond Fund/AFAR Postdoctoral Transition Awards in Aging will provide full-time research training and flexible grant support to seven postdoctoral fellows studying various aspects of aging. The awards aim to create a research pipeline for advancing therapies for age-related diseases.
Postdoctoral fellows Vikram Gadagkar and Johannes Kohl have been awarded the $25,000 Peter and Patricia Gruber International Research Award for their innovative contributions to neuroscience. Their research focuses on trial-and-error learning mechanisms and neural circuits that control behavior.
A Cornell University study used eBird and survey data to model the Tricolored Blackbird population decline by over 33% in 10 years. The research provided crucial evidence for the State of California's Endangered Species Act protections, approved in April.
A mathematical model explains why some bacteria cause disease in small doses while others require thousands of bacteria, attributing it to the scale of their attack mechanisms.
Researchers at Wyss Institute create brain organ chip model, called BBB-Brain Chip system, to study the effects of drugs like methamphetamine on the brain and its blood vessels. The system, which includes linked chips with microfluidic channels, reacts like human brain tissue and shows how cells interact to regulate function.
Researchers at IST Austria developed a method that can reproduce complex interactions with the environment and tiny details over huge areas in real time. The new simulation method simplifies artistic effects and allows graphics designers to create realistic water wave simulations with detailed interactions.
A new coating developed by MIT researchers provides water-repellency to natural fabrics without the environmental harm of existing chemicals. The coating uses a shorter-chain polymer and initiated chemical vapor deposition process, resulting in high performance and durability.
A team of MIT engineers has developed a way to improve the survival time for divers in frigid water by up to three times, using a combination of a blubber-like insulating material and trapped pockets of gas. The new wetsuit treatment uses heavy inert gases like xenon or krypton to reduce heat loss from the body.
A Stanford study using nectar-dwelling yeast found that relative nonlinearity is crucial for species coexistence, contradicting common assumptions among ecologists. The research used microcosms to gather data on the complex interactions between yeasts and environmental conditions.
The ASCB has awarded seven 'Science Sandbox' grants to public engagement projects, including programs that promote STEM education and community outreach. These initiatives aim to increase public scientific literacy and engage local communities in the process of science.
A team of scientists created a new model to explain behaviors like anonymous donations and subtle art styles. They found that hiding signals can be a signal in itself, conveying confidence or unconcern with others.
Researchers discovered that a person's risk of developing type 2 diabetes can be predicted based on their partner's BMI. The study, published in Diabetologia, found that women have a heightened risk due to their husband's BMI, regardless of the woman's own weight.
A recent study by Patrick Ishizuka at Cornell University suggests that cohabitating couples are more likely to get married when they earn as much as their married peers. When both partners have equal earnings, they are less likely to separate. The study validates a theory called the marriage bar, which states that couples who reach a c...
A study by Mehmet Kurt from Stevens Institute of Technology found that concussions occur when deep white matter regions of the brain, particularly the corpus callosum, shake more rapidly and intensely than surrounding areas. This understanding could lead to better helmet designs and real-time diagnostic tools for athletes.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have developed a multi-legged robot that replicates the locomotion patterns of cockroaches, allowing it to traverse large gaps and bumps with increased efficiency. By studying the movement principles of these insects, the team aims to create robots that can navigate complex, cluttered terrain.
Researchers propose a novel method to cool quantum devices by leveraging quantum interference, effectively cancelling heat flow and mitigating thermal noise. This innovative approach has the potential to significantly enhance the performance and stability of quantum computers.
A new method developed by NIH researchers uses a novel approach to categorize and visualize career outcomes of postdoctoral fellows, revealing distinct differences between US and international postdocs. The study found that nearly half of NIEHS postdocs went into the academic sector, contrary to common assumptions.
Nine US research universities have formed a coalition to provide clear, standardized data on life science career prospects, including admission rates, education and training opportunities, and job outcomes. The initiative aims to help students make informed choices and universities better target their programs to actual career outcomes.
Research across over 100 languages reveals a consistent pattern of language divide towards warmer and cooler colors. The findings suggest that human languages prioritize labeling warm colors consistently due to their prevalence in foreground scenes.
Researchers from MIT's CSAIL have developed a new system called Home3D that allows users to watch 3D movies at home without glasses. The system converts traditional 3D movies into a format compatible with automultiscopic displays, which show multiple images simultaneously.
The ISTplus program is an interdisciplinary and international research environment that supports postdocs from various scientific fields. The two-year fellowships offer competitive salaries and additional funds for research and travel expenses.
Researchers Joël Alwen and Krzysztof Pietrzak proved the existence of memory-hard functions, essential for securing password servers and decentralized cryptocurrencies. Their work enhances understanding of these functions and increases trust in using scrypt for password hashing.
Researchers at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory have developed a new variation of a popular open-source compiler that optimizes before adding code necessary for parallel execution. This approach results in more-efficient parallel programs, surpassing existing compilers.
A new study finds that postdoctoral positions do not provide a positive return on investment for biomedical scientists, with the median annual starting salary being $44,724 compared to $73,662 for those directly entering the workforce. The researchers recommend changes to postdoc science positions, such as hiring staff research scienti...
A new study finds that postdoc positions in biomedical careers cost graduates an average of $12,002 per year, leading to a substantial financial penalty over 10 years. The research suggests ways for universities and funding agencies to address these issues.
Researchers found that non-profit CEOs with higher 'warmth' scores tended to have lower total revenue and funding from private sources. In contrast, for-profit CEOs who appear more powerful are often associated with greater success in the corporate world.
A UW-led team is developing an implantable wireless device that can assess, stimulate and block the activity of nerves controlling organs. The device could help restore bladder function in people with spinal cord injuries or those suffering from incontinence.
PhD student Jens Joschinski seeks collaborators to investigate how plant lice cope with climate variability, shifting from asexual to sexual reproduction as days shorten. He plans to study 12 plant lice clones across Europe and assess fitness costs of this microevolutionary phenomenon.
A new study from a Georgia Tech-Cornell University team shows that more than a third of doctoral students with plans to pursue postdocs have interest in careers outside academic research. The finding challenges the notion that postdoctoral research is primarily for research faculty positions.
Researchers studied how tree crickets adjust their ears to match the changing frequency of their song with rising temperatures. By analyzing nerve cell reactions and ear vibrations, they found that tree cricket ears can adapt at a cellular level to recognize specific frequencies.
A new study reveals that glial cells play a dynamic role in shaping nerve endings, controlling neuron connections and functions. Glial cells use specific molecular mechanisms to regulate the shapes of different neuronal cell types, including those expressing temperature- or odor-sensing proteins.
Researchers aim to shed light on non-coding RNA's function in plant regulation and defense against environmental challenges. The study focuses on temperature response and adaptation, which could lead to more resistant crop plants.
Researchers estimate that 69 out of 100 male lions will die from age-independent causes, mostly killed by trophy hunters or local farmers. This puts the entire lion population at risk, disrupting social structures and leading to increased mortality rates.
A new study shows a decline in postdoctoral researchers in the US, with a 5.5% loss from 2010-13, despite increasing PhD students. This decrease affects men and women, as well as US citizens and foreign postdocs.
Researchers at New York University and Stanford University have discovered a magnetic wave, known as a soliton, which can maintain its shape as it moves and potentially be harnessed for more energy-efficient computing. The discovery was made using an ultrafast x-ray microscope that enables high spatial resolution and temporal resolution.
A team of polymer physicists and chemists at Harvard developed a way to create an ultra-soft dry silicone rubber by eliminating entanglements. The material features tunable softness to match various biological tissues, opening new opportunities in biomedical research and engineering.
A recent study found that polarization in Congress has worsened, leading to a decline in cross-party cooperation and stagnated policy innovation. The analysis of over five million pairs of members revealed that the rate of cross-party cooperation decreased steadily since 1983, while same-party cooperation increased.
The study found that both faults are connected, allowing for a rupture to propagate across them, resulting in a significantly more destructive earthquake. The team used satellite data to map ground deformation and measure creep along the southern end of the Hayward Fault.
A team of MIT mathematicians developed a theory predicting wrinkled patterns on curved surfaces, confirmed through experiments. The theory states that curvature is the main parameter determining pattern formation, with thicker shells forming hexagonal patterns and thinner shells resulting in labyrinthine configurations.
MIT researchers report that just four pieces of information are enough to identify 90% of people in a data set. Adding coarse-grained price information reduces the number of data points needed to reach 94%. The study highlights the risks of re-identification and encourages socially beneficial uses of big data.
A new framework by UW-Madison engineers helps plot the future of solar fuels by accounting for general variables and big-picture milestones. The tool is designed to remain relevant as researchers experiment with new technologies and ideas, and can be adapted for other energy-related processes.
Scientists at MIT and Weizmann Institute found that corals actively engineer their environment to enhance nutrient exchange through turbulent flows. The cilia on coral surfaces produce strong swirls of water that draw in nutrients while driving away waste products.
The San Antonio Life Sciences Institute has awarded $25,000 to Emily Boice and Lei Huang for their project on tracking and protecting neural stem cells in the post-stroke environment. The award aims to advance research directions in targeted disease areas impacting south Texas.
Using a femtosecond laser source, the team imaged an acetylene molecule's transformation into vinylidene with unprecedented spatial and temporal resolution. This breakthrough allows researchers to study ultrafast molecular dynamics of small organic molecules.
A new study found that women are greatly underrepresented in the labs of high-achieving male biology professors, despite being overrepresented overall. This discrepancy may be due to self-selection or unconscious bias, and institutions can take steps to address these issues by making their labs more welcoming to female scientists.
Researchers at MIT have developed a new system that combines control programs to enable multiagent systems, such as teams of robots or networks of devices, to collaborate in unprecedented ways. The system takes into account uncertainty and automatically plans around it to guarantee optimal results.
Researchers found that reminding consumers of prices strengthens their purchase decisions and leads to long-term satisfaction. Participants preferred higher-functionality products even in the short-term, despite a longer-term preference for greater usefulness.
The 2014 recipients of the Minority Travel Award are recognized for their participation in biophysics research and their potential to contribute to the field. The winners will present their work at the 58th Annual Meeting, highlighting recent advances in biophysics.
Researchers have found a way to reduce the contact time of water droplets on surfaces by at least 40%, potentially aiding in ice prevention and wing efficiency. The breakthrough could also have implications for ecology and industry, including reducing corrosion and improving turbine blade efficiency.