Research on teaching, learning, and how education works. Covers health-tech education, mentorship and fellowships, NIH training grants, and digital learning.
The USDA has awarded $7.2 million in grants for research on plant-biotic interactions, aiming to improve crop yields and reduce the need for fertilizers. The funding will support fundamental and applied research to better understand the complex relationships between plants, microbes, and invertebrates.
A new detector for acetaldehyde in wine has been developed, offering a more practical and accurate method for winemakers to monitor this critical ingredient. The device, tested on nine different wines, produced results comparable to traditional methods but with simpler operation and real-time output.
NYU Steinhardt received nearly $9.5 million to fund research on education in New York City, including studies on universal pre-K, Career Technical Education, and postsecondary success for English learners with disabilities.
A study found that MS patients with higher scores on a standardised questionnaire were more likely to die in the next 10 years. The Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale (MSIS-29) asks patients to rate their symptoms, which can help doctors predict clinical outcomes and tailor treatment.
A UK plant pathologist has uncovered an important genetic link to the devastating wheat blast fungus. The research found that a mutation in a key gene allows the fungus to escape wheat resistance, compromising crop yields and sparking global efforts to breed blast-resistant wheat.
A study found that competency-based cabin service training for airline flight attendants improves customer satisfaction levels. The training, which focuses on four nationally recognized competency-focused units, resulted in statistically significant differences in customer satisfaction ratings among passengers.
A new system called NeuroCommTrainer is being developed to help people with unresponsive wakefulness syndrome communicate. The system uses electroencephalography (EEG) measurements to understand brain signals and enable patients to respond with a 'yes' or 'no'.
The USDA is investing $7.6 million in research to help manage pests and beneficial species that affect agricultural crops. The funding will support projects that promote beneficial organisms associated with pests and better understand the fundamental mechanisms of interactions between plants, pests, or beneficial species.
The US Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture has awarded $16 million in grants to 42 1890 historically black land-grant colleges and universities. These institutions will focus on building research, teaching, and extension programs in the food and agricultural sciences.
Katie Lewis, PhD, has been awarded the prestigious Robert S. Wallerstein Fellowship to investigate how daily interpersonal interactions influence suicidal thoughts and urges. Her research aims to identify pathways leading to heightened risk for suicide through analysis of personal historical details and daily interactions.
Research found that health-care personnel assessed players in only 15 percent of head collisions during the last World Cup and for average 107 seconds. The study highlighted inadequate concussion assessment and player safety during the tournament.
Susan E. Walden, a University of Oklahoma research associate professor and director, has been elected as a Fellow of the American Society for Engineering Education. She is recognized for her contributions to diversity and inclusion in engineering education, particularly through the P-16 initiative.
The Gauss Centre for Supercomputing (GCS) has secured €500 million in funding for the next decade to invest in next-generation systems and strengthen comprehensive user support. The organisation aims to deliver world-class supercomputing resources while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between researchers and industry.
A recent study at the University of Missouri School of Medicine found that electrodermal activity, measured through skin perspiration, can provide an objective evaluation of resident physicians' surgical skills. As training progressed, resident responses to stress during surgery decreased in relation to their experience level.
Professor Michael Sieweke has been awarded the Humboldt Professorship at TU Dresden, a prestigious grant worth up to €5 million. He will focus on mechanisms of blood formation and tissue regeneration, with potential applications in cellular therapy and immune system recovery.
Shuichiro Takeda of the University of Missouri has been awarded the prestigious AMS Centennial Fellowship to support his research on automorphic forms and representations of p-adic groups. The fellowship carries a stipend of US$91,000 plus an expense allowance of US$9,100.
According to a new study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, teen drivers aged 16-17 are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal crash compared to adult drivers. The '100 Deadliest Days' period between Memorial Day and Labor Day sees an alarming spike in deadly crashes involving inexperienced teen drivers.
Researchers have discovered that all entangled states of two particles have a unique classical fingerprint. This breakthrough enables the certification of quantum computers and encryption devices, ensuring their authenticity. The discovery uses a simple set of measurements to act as an identity check for any two-particle entangled state.
Dr. Randy McIntosh's team developed the Virtual Brain Project, an integrated computer model of a fully functioning human brain to help detect dementia and brain diseases earlier. The platform allows for testing potential treatments before prescribing them to patients.
A recent study by Erica Frankenberg found that student assignment policies in Jefferson County, Kentucky, are increasing diversity despite rising segregation. The new policies have resulted in steady enrollment growth with no evidence of flight by white or affluent students to private schools or neighboring districts.
Researchers at KAIST successfully synthesized the natural product (-)-flueggenine C via an accelerated intermolecular Rauhut-Currier reaction. The conventional RC reaction is non-selective and high-temperature, but the team modified it to use a base at ambient temperature.
A global research team has identified a new gene behind autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD), a rare form of childhood kidney disease. The discovery uses whole exome sequencing to analyze genes simultaneously, revealing errors in the DZIP1L gene that cause kidney defects.
An educational session reduced pre-treatment distress in both prostate cancer patients and their partners, with sociodemographic and clinical characteristics having little impact on distress levels. The session was found to be equally effective for partners, emphasizing the need for targeted supportive care services for both individuals.
The EUROANALYSIS XIX conference in Stockholm, Sweden will feature two key prize lectures sponsored by Springer. Luigi Mondello and Lo Gorton are the recipients of the Robert Kellner Lecture and DAC-EuCheMS Award respectively, for their contributions to analytical chemistry research or education.
A new study by University of Arizona researcher Russell Toomey found that LGB-specific strategies promote health and reduced likelihood of dropping out of high school. Cognitive and alternative-seeking strategies were associated with poorer adjustment, depressive symptoms, and lower self-esteem.
A Mayo Clinic study found that patients with Parkinson's disease, Lewy body dementia, and related conditions died 2-6 years earlier than the general population. The study used data from 1991 to 2010 and compared 461 patients with these diseases to 452 patients in the general population.
A recent study of 114 academics in the UK found that while 58% believe Learning Styles is beneficial, only 33% use it. The study also revealed that most faculty consider the approach fundamentally flawed and prefer evidence-based techniques instead. Promoting these effective methods could be a more productive focus for education research.
According to a new study, people with smiling faces are perceived as older than those with neutral or surprised expressions. Researchers suggest this is due to wrinkle lines forming around the eyes when smiling. This finding challenges conventional wisdom about the effect of smiling on age perception.
A Queensland University of Technology study found that 30% of Year 3 students had uncorrected eye problems impacting their academic performance. Children with vision issues had significantly lower NAPLAN scores in reading, spelling, and numeracy.
A study published in the European Journal of Personality found that individuals with higher intelligence, maturity, extraversion, and interests in arts and sciences are less likely to lose their jobs to robots. The research suggests traditional education may not be enough to prepare people for future job changes.
Joseph Park, a second-year student at Boston University School of Medicine, has been awarded his third Howard Hughes Medical Institute's (HHMI) Medical Research Fellowship. He will delve into the cell biology of chlamydia to advance knowledge of the disease and become a physician-scientist.
Scientists have developed a water-repellent material that molts like a snake's skin when damaged, revealing another hydrophobic layer beneath. This material has the potential to be used in various applications such as rain gear, medical instruments and self-cleaning car windows.
Wake Forest University chemistry professor Michael Gross has been awarded a $500,000 NSF CAREER grant to develop nanomaterials at high temperatures. The award aims to support his research on more efficient fuel cell technologies, benefiting both Wake Forest's engineering program and its students.
UTA senior Frederick Tran won the 2017 Regents' Outstanding Arts and Humanities Award for his short fiction piece 'Airstrikes,' which tells the story of a doctor serving with Médecins Sans Frontières in Yemen. The award recognizes Tran's talent, hard work, and ability to tackle difficult subjects through his writing.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine has announced the 2017 award recipients, including David F. Dinges for his dedication to the sleep field and significant contributions in administration, public relations, and government affairs. Susan Redline received the William C. Dement Academic Achievement Award for her exceptional initiative...
A retrospective study found that 27% of naloxone recipients were family members of active opioid users and were responsible for 20% of all rescue attempts. Educating these individuals on overdose prevention and how to administer naloxone can significantly reduce fatal overdoses.
Two UTA students, Priscilla Glenn and Mayowa Olawoyin, have been selected for the NSF's Graduate Research Fellowship Program. Glenn plans to pursue a doctorate in horticulture and is researching C4 photosynthesis, while Olawoyin is working on mathematical biology and disease modeling.
A study found that physical activity can reduce the weight-gaining effects of the strongest known genetic risk factor for obesity, the FTO gene. Accounting for physical activity also identified 11 novel genetic variants linked to obesity.
The American Geriatrics Society announced Dr. Richard Allman's prestigious 2017 Henderson Lecture, focusing on leadership, research, education, and quality improvement in older adult care. Dr. Allman has extensive experience developing policy and programs for the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Dr. Maura Brennan is being honored by the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) for her dedication to education and training future leaders in geriatrics. Her work has helped bridge empathy between students and educators, inspiring interest in geriatrics across diverse professions.
Dr. Resnick is a renowned nurse, researcher, and mentor recognized for her dedication to improving care for older adults. She has made significant contributions to gerontology research and education, particularly in the areas of exercise and mobility.
The USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture is providing $1 million in funding to strengthen food and agricultural science education in insular areas. This program aims to increase the number of students pursuing food and agriculture careers by strengthening institutional capacities in instruction and curriculum.
The HHMI Medical Research Fellows Program has selected 79 medical and veterinary students for a year-long research experience, with 53% female awardees. The program provides a multilevel mentoring approach to help fellows establish a foothold in the research world.
A new survey of galaxy redshifts finds no evidence of a supervoid causing the Cosmic Microwave Background's Cold Spot. The researchers suggest that smaller voids and galaxy clusters in the area may be responsible, but simulations of standard cosmology give only a 1-in-50 chance that the spot arose by chance.
The Math Alliance has been awarded the Mathematics Programs that Make a Difference Award by the American Mathematical Society for its work promoting diversity and inclusion in mathematics. The organization's programs have successfully addressed underrepresentation of minority groups, with a 30-fold expansion over the last decade.
Researchers found that orange essential oil reduced fear responses and diminished immune system markers of stress in mice, suggesting a potential nonpharmaceutical option for PTSD. The study's findings hint at a possible mechanism for the effects of essential oils on brain gene expression.
Scientists at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have developed a process for 3D-printing glass using stereolithography. The method creates high-purity quartz glass structures with resolutions as low as a few micrometers, enabling complex forms and applications in data technology, biological and medical technologies.
The American Educational Research Association (AERA) will live-stream 31 Annual Meeting sessions, featuring prominent scholars and policy experts. Key topics include educating immigrant students, the role of education in politically tumultuous times, and data collection ethics. The free livestreams are open to registration.
The USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture is providing $18 million in funding to support the next generation of agricultural science professionals. The program aims to strengthen pathways for students and researchers in agriculture-related fields, from primary school STEM education to fellowships for new scientists.
Ben-Gurion University researchers have developed novel ultrafiltration membranes that significantly improve virus-removal from treated municipal wastewater used for drinking. The new approach uses a special hydrogel coating to repel viruses, leading to a higher rate of removal and improved public safety in water-scarce cities.
The USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced funding opportunities to develop new biobased products and biomaterials from renewable sources. The program aims to reduce U.S. dependence on foreign energy and create economic opportunities in rural communities.
The Kinder Foundation has awarded a $10.7 million grant to Rice University's Houston Education Research Consortium (HERC) to expand its innovative work in the Greater Houston region. HERC will focus on creating a direct line of communication between education researchers and decision-makers.
Kristin Umland receives the 2017 AMS Impact Award for her work on illustrating mathematics standards and creating professional development resources. Her efforts have improved math education for millions of teachers and students across the US.
Researchers found that older victims of fraud have poorer cognitive abilities in everyday activities and are less conscientious and honest. Cognitive factors, such as simple calculations and remembering events, play a crucial role in identifying and avoiding scams. The study's findings can help prevent fraud victimization in older people.
A new study led by Jennifer Tjia found that training nursing home staff to recognize unmet needs of cognitively impaired residents significantly reduced antipsychotic medication use. The OASIS program shifted care planning from focusing on limitations to meeting resident needs, resulting in a 7% drop in antipsychotic prescriptions.
A recent NYU study reveals significant variability in how English learner reclassification affects student achievement and graduation rates across different US districts. The findings suggest that reclassification can have either negative or positive impacts, depending on the district's policies and services.
A new international research study warns that global warming will thaw about 20% more permafrost than previously thought, potentially releasing significant greenhouse gases into the Earth's atmosphere. Nearly 4 million square kilometers of frozen soil could be lost for every additional degree of global warming experienced.
Claude-André Faucher-Giguère, a Northwestern University astrophysicist, has received a Faculty Early Career Development Program award from the National Science Foundation. The $794,304 grant will support improved galaxy formation simulations and interactive visualizations for public outreach.
The National Science Foundation has awarded 156 early career engineers with a total of $78 million in grants, covering fields like smart materials, advanced robotics, and secure communications. These awardees will conduct five-year research projects and are expected to make significant advances in their respective areas.
The Austen Riggs Center has received a major grant from the John Leopold Weil and Geraldine Rickard Weil Memorial Charitable Foundation to support its Human Development Initiative. The initiative aims to provide community-based preventive care for infant, child, and family mental health in Berkshire County.