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Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Is shotgun marriage dead?

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.

Research review confirms positive school climates can narrow achievement gaps

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.

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.

Conclusions based on PISA results deserve further attention

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.

Study uncovers brain changes in offending pedophiles

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.

Taking out the cellular 'trash' - at the right place and the right time

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.

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

Conflicting perception of family presence during resuscitation

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.

Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition is a durable star atlas for planning sessions, identifying targets, and teaching celestial navigation.

CHEST Annual Meeting 2016 case reports: Objects that don't belong there

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.

Heat and irradiation: New approach for more selectively fighting tumors

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.

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

SURA to honor Senator Warner with Friend of Science Award

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.

CU researchers identify genes related to vitiligo

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.

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Modest training may improve unlicensed health care, globally

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.

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

Physician burnout: Mayo researchers identify effective interventions

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.

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.

Invasive insects: An underestimated cost to the world economy

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.

Study looks at how parents use newborn screening results

A study found that parents want to know if they're carriers of genetic diseases, despite international guidelines against identifying infant carriers through newborn screening. Many parents don't use the information or use it inappropriately, sharing news with extended family members without consent.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.

Crowdsourcing can help create better science tests cheaper

A team of researchers found that crowdsourcing can be used to quickly evaluate test questions, identifying high-quality ones that are also effective for students. This approach can help schools, professors, and textbook publishers develop better tests without the need for expensive pilot testing.

Written 'report card' decreases dentists' antibiotic prescriptions

A randomized controlled trial of 795 UK dentists found that receiving a personalized report detailing past prescription rates reduced antibiotic prescriptions by 5.7%. Dentists who received additional written behavior change messages showed an even greater reduction in antibiotic prescribing rates.

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Miracle fruit's flowering, fruiting behaviors revealed

Researchers studied miracle fruit's flowering behavior, revealing six distinct stages of flower development and pollination ecology. The study suggests the fruit is insect-pollinated and recommends further research on pollinator identification.

Probing how CRISPR-Cas9 works

Scientists at UMass Chan Medical School discovered how CRISPR-Cas9 targets DNA in live cells, finding that guide RNA stability affects cleavage. The study's findings help predict off-target cuts and may improve gene editing tools.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.

Can you hear me now? CSU research could help miners stay safe

A team led by CSU engineers aims to provide a low-cost, high-fidelity communications system for miners that eliminates the need for expensive equipment. The system will use standard smartphones and low-cost wireless sensing to improve miner safety in underground environments.

Seniors with more continuity of care use the ER less

A study of over 3 million Medicare patients found that seniors with higher continuity of care had 20% lower risk of emergency department visits and hospitalizations. Maintaining a relationship with one doctor can help avoid such situations.

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

RetroScope opens doors to the past in smart phone investigations

Researchers at Purdue University have developed a new technique called RetroScope, which can recover multiple previous screens of an Android app from the phone's memory image. The technique uses the device's graphical rendering code to obtain and bring up several previous screens shown by an app.

Tailored probes for atomic force microscopes

Researchers at KIT developed tailored probes for atomic force microscopes using 3D laser lithography, enabling precise adaptation to various biological samples. The new probes can be produced in any shape and are perfectly suited for studying nanostructures in biology and engineering.

Mayo Clinic and ASU to form collaborative research teams

The Mayo Clinic and ASU Team Science Grants will fund projects in Biomedical Sensing, Functional Restoration, and Biomedical Imaging/Informatics. Three collaborative teams were chosen, with each project receiving up to $900,000 in award funding.

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.

Mini NASA satellite begins environmental testing

Dellingr will study Earth's outer atmosphere, creating a chemical and electromagnetic profile using its miniaturized mass spectrometer and magnetometer systems. The satellite's findings will help understand changes in our space weather and impact on satellites.

AGA establishes NIH-funded registry to track fecal microbiota transplants

The AGA Fecal Microbiota Transplantation National Registry aims to protect patient safety while providing valuable data on the potential health risks of FMT. The registry will collect information from patients undergoing FMT at sites across the US, following them for up to 10 years to monitor adverse events and effectiveness.