Research on teaching, learning, and how education works. Covers health-tech education, mentorship and fellowships, NIH training grants, and digital learning.
Siobhan Roberts will receive the 2017 JPBM Communications Award for her outstanding work in communicating mathematics to non-mathematicians through her writing. Her award-winning books include 'King of Infinite Space' and 'Genius at Play', which showcase her ability to make complex mathematical concepts accessible to a wide audience.
The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft has awarded prizes to three institutions, including the Humboldt University of Berlin, Goethe University Frankfurt, and GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences, in recognition of their innovative research marketing ideas. The winning proposals focus on enhancing international visibility and attrac...
The USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture has allocated $3.8 million for research, education, and extension to support organic farming and promote the growth of the organic sector. The grants aim to improve technologies, methods, and cultural practices in organic farming systems.
Research found that US school shootings were lower in states with mandatory background checks on gun purchases and higher spending on mental health services and public education. The study analyzed media coverage of school shootings between 2013-2015, finding a link between state-level factors and the frequency of these incidents.
A new study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reveals that drivers missing 1-2 hours of sleep nearly double their risk for a crash. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 35% of U.S. drivers sleep less than seven hours daily.
Developing a broader skill of empathy is crucial for medical students and doctors, enabling them to strike a balance between compassion and clinical detachment. This approach, driven by Dr David Jeffrey's work, enables improvements in patient care, psycho-social research, and medical education.
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has announced $3 million in funding for robotics research, application, and education in agriculture. This funding will support research on collaborative human-robot interactions, including the development of customizable robots and infrastructure to lower barriers to entry.
Dr. Elisabeth Binder receives the Eva King-Killam Research Award for her groundbreaking work on molecular mechanisms of psychiatric disorders. Her research has been published extensively, with over 170 papers in top-tier journals.
The Transportation Research and Education Center at Portland State University has secured a five-year, $15.6 million federal grant to focus on mobility and access to opportunity. The program will expand research areas such as walkability, smart cities, and data-driven tools.
Elyn Saks, a professor of law and psychology at USC, received the ACNP Media Award for her tireless efforts to educate the public about mental illness. Her work, including her memoir The Center Cannot Hold, has helped advance compassionate care and legal protections for people with mental illness.
Dr. Tracy L. Bale is recognized for her work deciphering genes, circuits, and epigenetic mechanisms contributing to stress dysregulation in neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric diseases. Her research investigates the impact of early life events on brain development and disease susceptibility.
Dr. Charles B. Nemeroff, a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher, has been recognized for his decades-long commitment to mentoring young scientists in the field of neuropsychopharmacology. His work has led to numerous mentees advancing in their careers, becoming leaders in research departments and even department chairs.
The American Mathematical Society has awarded the 2017 AMS Levi L. Conant Prize to David Bailey, Jonathan Borwein, Andrew Mattingly, and Glenn Wightwick for their 2013 article on calculating binary or hexadecimal digits of Pi using the BBP formula.
The 2017 AMS Doob Prize recognizes the groundbreaking work of John Friedlander and Henryk Iwaniec on prime numbers and sieves. Their book Opera de Cribro has made a profound impact on the field of sieve theory, providing a comprehensive presentation of the subject.
A new article highlights the importance of best management practices for cattle transport, improving welfare and providing economic benefits. The study recommends implementing a transporter quality assurance program to ensure safe, humane, and expeditious shipping.
A study by the University of Georgia compared handheld and mobile data technologies for analyzing natural turfgrass sports fields. The results showed that mobile devices were more reliable for measuring penetration resistance, while handheld devices offered advantages in terms of affordability and abundance.
Henri Darmon receives 2017 AMS Cole Prize for his work on the Birch and Swinnerton-Dyer conjecture, a major open problem in mathematics. His research casts new light on the conjecture and possible extensions of complex multiplication theory.
The new digital platform, NEJM Yi Xue Qian Yan, delivers select translated articles from the New England Journal of Medicine to healthcare professionals in China. The platform features commentary from Chinese medical experts, providing context on important medical advances.
Andras Vasy's prize-winning paper resolves a 35-year-old conundrum in geometric scattering theory, developing a systematic framework for analyzing certain partial differential equations. The paper has had a major impact and stimulated subsequent research, including Vasy's own work.
Physician burnout affects over half of US physicians, impacting clinical performance, quality of care, and staff turnover. Mayo Clinic's nine-point plan addresses the issue through organizational changes, targeted interventions, and promoting flexibility and work-life balance.
A study proposes that peer-led services can connect student veterans to resources and healthcare services, increasing retention rates and ensuring academic success. Peer-led supportive services offer a sense of community, bridging the gap between military culture and university life.
A clinical trial conducted by Wayne State University and Henry Ford Hospital found that a family psychoeducation consultation reduced 30-day all-cause hospital readmissions from 32% to 18%. The intervention improved patient health outcomes and reinforced the need for Integrative Behavioral Care.
William Shepherd, a US-American particle physicist, has received the Sofja Kovalevskaja Award to establish a junior research group on dark matter at Mainz University. The award provides funding for a team of researchers to investigate this phenomenon.
The Sexual Medicine Society of North America renamed its Lifetime Achievement Award to honor Dr. Lewis, a pioneer in treating male sexual dysfunction. He made significant contributions to promoting standards and ethics in sexual medicine, serving as president and chairing various committees.
Researchers have mapped the developmental stages of mouse heart cells, revealing previously unknown cell types and insights into congenital heart defects. The study's findings provide a temporal and spatial atlas of heart cell populations, paving the way for understanding human cardiovascular system development.
The Center for Regenerative Medicine at Boston Medical Center and Boston University School of Medicine has received three prestigious NIH awards totaling over $9 million to further its commitment to induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) research and education. These awards will support the development of stem cell-based treatments for v...
The U.S. adult rheumatology workforce is projected to decline by 31% by 2030 due to an aging workforce and insufficient graduate medical education funding. To address this gap, researchers suggest creating financial incentives for medical students and residents to pursue rheumatology training.
Research from Duke University finds shotgun marriages increasing among certain groups of women, including young mothers and those with less education. The study suggests that shotgun marriages are not as unstable as thought, with divorce rates comparable to other marriages.
A comprehensive analysis of research published since 2000 found that schools with positive climates can narrow achievement gaps among students of different socioeconomic backgrounds. The study suggests that by promoting a positive climate, schools can decrease socioeconomic inequalities and enable more social mobility.
The EXCEL trial found that drug-eluting stents are a viable alternative to CABG for patients with LMCAD, with fewer MIs and less bleeding within 30 days. However, more repeat revascularization procedures were required at three years.
The Geoffrey O. Hartzler Master Clinical Operator Award is presented to Dr. Patrick Whitlow, a renowned physician who advanced the field of interventional cardiology through his technical expertise and innovations. He was a pioneer in developing new devices and procedures for angioplasty and chronic total occlusions.
Runlin Gao, MD, is being honored with the TCT Career Achievement Award for his groundbreaking work in establishing interventional cardiology in China. He has made significant contributions to the field through his research and education efforts.
Researchers argue that PISA tests only capture a snapshot of students' math skills, neglecting earlier assessments and socio-economic factors. They also suggest that better-qualified teachers can improve student performance in formal mathematics.
Researchers found altered brain activation patterns in pedophiles with and without a history of child sex offenses, suggesting non-offending pedophiles employ self-control mechanisms. Interventions targeting inhibitory control may help prevent child sex offenses.
ERAS programs employ various methods to ease postoperative pain and fast track patient recovery. Research suggests that treating pain is a key aspect of ERAS, with combination therapy showing promise in controlling pain levels. Patient education classes are also shown to empower patients and improve outcomes.
Researchers at the University of Vienna have made a groundbreaking discovery on how cells regulate autophagy, a vital process for maintaining cellular balance. The study shows that autophagy is tightly controlled in space and time by two independent coordinators, which enables the activation of autophagy when precise requirements are met.
A study found that sepsis mortality rates are highest in regions with few trained intensivists, highlighting the need for increased critical care training programs. The authors suggest promoting critical care training and incentives to improve outcomes.
A survey of American College of Chest Physicians members revealed divided perception on e-cigarette harms and benefits. Most respondents reported patients asking for professional opinion, but providers were often uncomfortable discussing health effects.
A study of healthcare staff perceptions found that only 36.9% were in favor of family presence during resuscitation, with attending physicians being the most comfortable at 47%. Staff working in intensive care units and emergency departments were more amenable to FPDR, despite concerns about increased stress and anxiety.
A Mayo Clinic study found that pregabalin, a neuro-pain inhibitor, may alleviate abdominal pain in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The 12-week study showed significant improvement in pain management for those taking pregabalin compared to placebo.
A single home visit significantly increases patient adherence to office visits and inhaler use, reducing severe exacerbations and emergency department visits. After the intervention, patients exhibited a 40% decrease in ED visits and improved maintenance inhaler use.
Two studies found that patients with a higher resting heart rate after an exacerbation are at risk for recurrent exacerbations, while hand grip strength is associated with fewer COPD exacerbations. Muscle weakness is linked to exercise limitation and exacerbations, making hand grip strength a useful marker.
At CHEST Annual Meeting 2016, unusual case reports highlighted foreign object inhalation, where asthma inhaler cap lodged in the bronchus, and a woman coughed out stone after chiseling accident. A patient with substance abuse history swallowed a small metal crucifix, which was successfully removed during surgery.
Researchers at Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf and Leipzig University's Innovation Center for Computer-Assisted Surgery are developing a novel cancer therapy combining radiation and focused ultrasound. The SONO-RAY project aims to selectively warm up tumor tissue, improving the effectiveness of radiation therapy.
A recent study found that only 29% of patients with COPD had spirometry testing, leading to misdiagnoses in 31.6%. This highlights the need for education and training on COPD diagnosis to improve accuracy.
A new pilot study using Bluetooth technology has shown remarkable improvements in cystic fibrosis adherence, with 80% of patients adhering to their treatment. The study also found significant reductions in measures of airflow limitation and disease flare-ups.
Senator Mark Warner will receive the SURA Distinguished Friend of Science Award for his efforts to advance collaborative research and education. The award recognizes his commitment to fostering innovation and increasing support for science investments, including a successful restoration of funding for the Jefferson Lab.
Researchers identified 23 locations on the human genome linked to vitiligo susceptibility. The study provides a framework for understanding the genetic architecture and biological mechanisms of vitiligo, highlighting relationships with other autoimmune diseases.
International ATS physicians report that climate change affects patients in various ways, including increased chronic disease severity and heat-related effects. The survey also highlights the impact of climate change on air pollution, which has well-established links to respiratory health.
A systematic review and meta-analysis found that oat fibre can reduce LDL cholesterol, non-HDL cholesterol, and apolipoprotein B, providing an accurate assessment of cardiovascular risk. The study suggests increasing oat consumption, particularly oat bran, as a healthy dietary option.
USU has received a $2.7 million NSF Research Traineeship award to train 80 master's and doctoral students in climate adaptation science. The program, Grad-CAREER, integrates research with training from the beginning of each student's program.
A study in rural India shows that informal healthcare providers can improve their skills with modest levels of medical training, leading to better case management and reduced errors. The training program, which consisted of 150 hours over nine months, increased the providers' ability to develop checklists and make accurate diagnoses.
As children get older, their moral evaluations of lies and truths become more nuanced, taking into account the consequences of actions. Younger children tend to view truth and lies as binary, while older kids consider the intentions behind words.
A low-cost device called gripAble enables severely paralysed patients to play arm-training games, increasing movement control by 50% compared to standard methods. The device uses novel technology to detect tiny movements and channel them into controlling a computer game.
Researchers identified individual strategies like mindfulness training and organizational changes such as limiting duty hours, which are effective in reducing physician burnout. The study's findings suggest that a combination of interventions may be needed for long-term benefits.
Researchers at Rochester Institute of Technology are studying the long-term impact of pre-college computing activities on K-12 students. They aim to identify effective practices for engaging diverse groups, particularly underrepresented ones, to pursue careers in technology.
Researchers at HZB and Marburg developed an expert system that identifies small molecule fragments bound to proteins in raw X-ray diffraction data. The system has been successfully tested on 364 samples, revealing additional candidates for drug development.
Scientists have successfully transferred massive amounts of data from ITER to Japan, paving the way for remote experiments and 'big data' analyses in fusion energy research. The achievement is made possible by a synergetic effect of collaboration between international partners.
A new report published in Blood shows that some people with mildly symptomatic SCD may live long lives with proper management of the disease. Four women with milder forms of SCD surpassed the US median life expectancy, living up to 86 years old.
A recent study reveals that invasive insects cause significant damage to agriculture, health care, and infrastructure, resulting in estimated annual losses of 69 billion euros. The majority of these damages are attributed to North America, with Europe and Asia also experiencing substantial financial losses.