Articles tagged with Undergraduate Students
Researchers at CCNY and Rice University have developed a low-cost, 'green' technique for making antimicrobial paints. The method uses silver nanoparticles to create an antibacterial coating that can be applied to various surfaces, offering a fresh defense against germs in homes and workplaces.
A study found that providing a biological and genetic explanation for anorexia nervosa reduced blame towards individuals with the disorder. The research suggests that disseminating accurate information about the underlying causes of anorexia can help decrease stigma.
The Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) site at Stevens Institute of Technology has been renewed with a three-year, $305,000 grant from the National Science Foundation. The project focuses on increasing spectrum utilization in wireless networks for both military and commercial applications.
Bowling Green State University biology undergraduates will contribute to the Microbial Genome Annotation research program, analyzing microorganisms' genomes and gaining skills in genomics and bioinformatics. The project aims to sequence the genomes of all cultured bacteria and archaea, with BGSU students providing valuable input.
UCSD undergraduates Jorge Ortiz, Robert Valtierra, and Breena Fraga were recognized for research excellence at the SACNAS national conference. The students presented their research findings in poster format and received awards, including engineering and chemistry recognition.
The US National Science Foundation has honored 11 mentors of scientists and engineers for their work in promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM fields. These individuals have demonstrated outstanding mentoring and guidance to underrepresented students, helping to increase representation in the sciences.
Researchers found a significant correlation between inhalant use and suicidality, with girls more likely to experience suicidal thoughts and attempts. The study involved 723 incarcerated youth and revealed that over 80% of girl participants who abused inhalants had attempted suicide.
A new study by University at Buffalo researchers found that extreme cherry pickers barely affected retailer profits, with only 1.2% of grocery store customers engaged in this behavior. These 'extreme' shoppers saved an average of 76% of potential savings through their shopping strategies.
Researchers found that individuals prefer divergence in product domains where others look for signals about their identity, such as hairstyles or favorite CDs. In contrast, less identity-relevant domains like dish soap elicit much weaker divergent preferences.
A recent study published in Ethology revealed that older workers give signals to the queen and rest of the colony initiating swarming activities. Researchers also found worker piping, a general instruction to fly, continues in the swarm after the queen leaves with the swarm.
A new study examines how consumers in different cultural backgrounds categorize products. Researchers found that individuals from collectivist societies pay more attention to context when making decisions, while those from individualistic societies focus solely on product features.
Johns Hopkins students develop a thin film drug-delivery system that dissolves in the mouth, coating with a material protecting it in the stomach and releasing the vaccine in the small intestine. The system could make rotavirus vaccine more accessible to children in developing nations.
A new study by NSF shows that undergraduate students who participate in hands-on research are more likely to pursue advanced degrees and careers in STEM fields. The study's findings indicate that carefully designed undergraduate research experiences motivate students, making them effective previews of doing STEM graduate work.
A study by UC Riverside researchers found that individuals who lip-read a speaker's face are better at identifying words in noisy sentences when they hear the same speaker again. This suggests that watching a person speak can create a familiar pattern of speech characteristics, making it easier to recognize and hear them later.
The AACR-Bardos Awards program offers financial support to third-year undergraduate students majoring in science, allowing them to attend the Annual Meeting 2007 and present their research. Winners also participate in the Undergraduate Student Caucus and Poster Competition.
The Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association (FNSNA) awarded a $25,000 Promise of Nursing for New Jersey Nursing School grant to Rutgers College of Nursing. The grant provides additional supervised time and tutoring for undergraduate nursing students.
Michael Hernandez, a junior at University of Miami, won Outstanding Student Poster in geosciences category at SACNAS national conference. His research compared CHAMP radio occultations with global model forecasts during the 2005 hurricane season.
Undergraduate students from Rensselaer and Howard universities will participate in a research program combining mathematics, computational science, and real-world applications. The program aims to attract students with mathematical skills to fields like the biological sciences.
A national study of medical students will assess their future career aspirations, influences on specialty choice, and work preferences. The research aims to inform health workforce planning and address chronic shortages in rural areas, benefiting underserved communities.
The Wisconsin Emerging Scholars in Computer Science (WES-CS) program at UW-Madison is working to increase diversity in the field by recruiting underrepresented groups of freshmen and implementing parallel team-learning techniques. The program has seen success with its 'First-Year Interest Group' and innovative 'Digital Divide' course, ...
Undergraduates at Johns Hopkins University have created a low-cost, portable Braille writing device with no electronic components. The device features six buttons to produce Braille letters and numbers, and can be assembled for $10 each.
A recent screening conducted by student health centers revealed a 13% prevalence rate of chlamydia among college freshmen. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention emphasize the importance of providing regular chlamydia education, screening, and testing services to all students, particularly high-risk groups.
This year's winners were chosen based on their abstracts, letters, and the presentation of their research at the Experimental Biology conference. The award recognizes excellence in undergraduate research and provides a platform for students to pursue careers in physiology and biomedical sciences.
Rice professors Bonnie Bartel and Jennifer West have received HHMI grants to develop innovative programs combining undergraduate teaching and research. Their programs aim to engage students in science through hands-on activities, laboratory tours, and peer-reviewed research publications.
David Walt's HHMI-funded program aims to infuse undergraduate and K-12 education with scientific discovery, tackling real-world problems and promoting interdisciplinary approaches. The initiative seeks to boost the flow of students into scientific research and careers.
The American Physiological Society sponsors annual David S. Bruce Undergraduate Research Awards to recognize excellence in undergraduate research. Four students will be chosen from among 12 finalists to receive the $500 award, which is presented at the Experimental Biology conference.
A national evaluation of summer research programs for undergraduates has found that they are a confirmatory event in many students' lives, confirming their desire to pursue careers in science. The programs also show similar quality of mentoring and positive experiences across institution types.
The University of Iowa and Universidad de Puerto Rico's Summer Institute for Mathematics programs have successfully increased diversity among U.S. graduate students from underrepresented minority groups, with notable retention rates and career outcomes.
Two studies by Cornell professor David Levitsky found that women who weighed themselves daily using the Tissue Monitoring System (TMS) gained less weight than those in a control group. Additionally, women who received lessons on estimating portion sizes in all-you-can-eat dining halls also showed no significant weight gain.
The NSF grant supports research into thin films, complex multiphase materials, and human cell adhesion. The center aims to develop more durable materials and create better medical tests and treatments.
A team of mathematicians from Rice, Stanford, and Indiana universities has provided the first proof since Jean Meusnier's study of soap films in 1785. The new shape, called genus one helicoid, is an infinitely twisted version of a fundamental simple shape with balanced properties.
The Virginia Tech team has refined and tested their vehicles, Cliff and Rocky, for the DARPA Grand Challenge. The vehicles will navigate a 150-mile course in the Mojave Desert with no human intervention.
Three Johns Hopkins undergraduates built a model airship to test guidance, navigation and control systems for a military surveillance craft. The blimp was designed by APL engineers to conduct surveillance at the outer edge of the Earth's atmosphere, with video camera capabilities.
Thirteen UCSD students, including five women, are selected for a summer program to conduct hands-on IT research in Asia. The Pacific Rim Undergraduate Experiences (PRIME) pilot program aims to foster global experiences and cultural competency among students.
Researchers found that undergraduate students react quickly to words with positive or negative connotations, indicating automatic memory links. These links can guide future behavior and decision-making in politics.
The NSF grant supports a research experience program for underrepresented students in molecular biosciences. Participants will conduct mentored research projects and attend faculty talks on scientific ethics.
A survey of clinical academic staffing in paediatrics and child health found a worrying decline in lecturer numbers, with a 26% reduction over five years. The decrease is linked to an increase in medical students, putting pressure on existing lecturers and threatening teaching quality.
Nineteen undergraduate students have been awarded the AACR-Thomas J. Bardos Science Education Awards for their outstanding contributions to cancer research. The recipients will receive financial support to attend two consecutive Annual Meetings, providing them with a platform to network and learn from leading scientists.
The MicroJet injector uses an electronic actuator to propel vaccinations or drugs through the skin without a needle, reducing pain and increasing control over the delivery process. The device's tunable electronic circuit allows for customization to individual patient needs, addressing issues with variability in current jet injectors.
Researchers discovered two distinct phases of electrical disturbances in the heart before mechanical abnormalities occur. These findings could lead to new medications that halt or reverse heart failure. The study was conducted by a student researcher and his mentor, with support from the Johns Hopkins University.
Manuel Ares has developed a teaching exercise for undergraduate biology classes that helps students resolve conflicts in scientific data and apply processes used by scientists. The exercise involves laboratory experiments, literature searches, and presentations to develop a model of the system.
A team of 138 undergraduate students, led by HHMI professor Banerjee, identified essential genes in eye formation using a novel genetic method. The students created flies with specific mutations, allowing them to study the impact of these mutations on the eye.
A team of Hamilton College undergraduates, led by Dr. Domack, embarked on a three-year expedition to study the paleohistory of the Larsen Ice Shelf in Antarctica. The research aims to understand the response of the Antarctic Peninsula to modern warming and its impact on the environment.
The Calit2 Undergraduate Bioinformatics Scholar Award recognizes outstanding undergraduate research in bioinformatics. This award aims to encourage students to commit to publishing and academic advancement in the field.
Researchers at Virginia Tech are investigating the transport of arsenic in a headwater stream adjacent to an old mine site. The team has discovered that groundwater is releasing arsenic into the stream, but some of it is being retained in the streambed.
Researchers at The University of Scranton and the University of Illinois have made groundbreaking discoveries about how molecules interact in nanoscale devices. Using IR Raman Spectroscopy, they measured the pathways for energy transfer across a molecular wall, shedding light on how to design materials that move heat effectively.
A recent study conducted by Ohio State University researchers found that the initial impressions formed within the first 10 minutes of a meeting can significantly influence the development of a relationship. The study, which analyzed data from over 164 college freshmen, revealed that positive initial impressions were the strongest pred...
Nine UCSD students are conducting nine-week research projects in Japan, Taiwan, and Australia through the Pacific Rim Undergraduate Experiences (PRIME) program. They will work with local researchers to develop their skills in cyberinfrastructure and cultural understanding.
A low-cost robotic vehicle has been designed to detect land mines in rough terrain, marking their location with a spray of paint. The device can be controlled from up to 500 feet away and is estimated to cost $1,000 or less, including detection sensors.
A team of Johns Hopkins seniors designed a vest filled with foam padding to absorb energy from car crashes, reducing chest compression by up to 17%. Their four-point harness system also minimized sternum deflection and dropped crash impact forces by 33%.
Rosmarin developed a new probe, the C-probe, to detect bacterial infections more accurately. This innovation has great promise for rapidly diagnosing serious infections like meningitis and improving patient outcomes.
The NSF-funded Collaborative Undergraduate Experiences program pairs US students with international mentors at top institutions in Japan, Taiwan, and Australia. Students work on projects related to cyberinfrastructure, exploring its potential impact on science and global collaboration.
Eric Simone, a Johns Hopkins undergraduate, has developed a microchip that can isolate and move DNA and protein molecules. The innovative circular electrode design allows for more effective analysis in certain bio-analytical applications, holding promise for disease diagnosis and monitoring.
The number of women faculty of color in academia is low and stagnant, with implications for students, research quality, and the educational experience. Strategies such as individual mentorship, institutional support programs, and clear criteria for tenure can help address this deficit and promote diversity in STEM fields.
Dr. Whitbourne is recognized for her significant influence on the field of gerontology through her theoretical and empirical contributions, as well as her extensive mentoring over three decades. She has mentored hundreds of students at Amherst College.
A recent Jefferson Lab experiment, E00-116, has set a new record for the most female scientists on an experiment. The research investigated quark-hadron duality and was led by two female spokespeople, with a female postdoctoral fellow overseeing data analysis.
First-year, full-time female college students experience emotional distress due to the loss of pre-college friendships. To overcome this challenge, colleges must create opportunities for students to meet new people and form connections on campus.
A team of Johns Hopkins students designed and built a computer-guided pill dispensing machine for a quadriplegic man, allowing him to take medication independently. The device, which uses a mouth stick and slam switch, enables the user to select medication and dispense it through a tube into their mouth.
Reid's undergraduate physics research earned her a trip to the International Conference of Physics Students in Denmark, where she will present her work. Her project focused on anomalous diffusion and percolation using computer simulations.
A team of Johns Hopkins University undergraduates invented the Main Squeeze device to ease child car safety seat installation. The low-tech tool applies up to 200 pounds of compression to ensure a snug fit, reducing the risk of injury. The students' design uses a simple crank and attachments for various car models.