Research on teaching, learning, and how education works. Covers health-tech education, mentorship and fellowships, NIH training grants, and digital learning.
A report by the General Medical Council reveals that medics from different backgrounds perform better or worse due to multiple factors influencing their performance. The review highlights the importance of addressing differential attainment to create a level playing field for all candidates.
Koutschan, Kauers, and Zeilberger's paper proved the remaining conjectured formula for plane partitions, a significant experimental contribution. The work has connections to statistical mechanics, representation theory, and combinatorics, showcasing the prize-winning paper's impact on mathematics.
A new common format, Neurodata Without Borders (NWB): Neurophysiology, enables free and open exchange of complex brain information. The format allows researchers to capture and share data generated by optical and electrical neurophysiology methods.
Researchers found that prenatal exposure to valproic acid inhibited new neuron birth and impaired learning, but running prevented these effects. The findings suggest that voluntary exercise could improve cognitive functioning in children of epileptic mothers.
Andrew J. Majda has made groundbreaking contributions to partial differential equations, merging asymptotic methods, numerical methods, and rigorous analysis. His work has had a significant impact in science and engineering, particularly in the study of multidimensional shock fronts and their stability.
Barry Simon is receiving the 2016 AMS Steele Prize for Lifetime Achievement in recognition of his groundbreaking contributions to pure mathematics and mathematical physics. His influential books, mentoring, and research have had a lasting impact on generations of mathematical scientists.
A systematic review and meta-analysis of controlled trials found that consuming tree nuts lowers total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL cholesterol, and inflammation. Nuts were shown to be particularly beneficial for lowering cardiovascular disease risk in populations with type-2 diabetes.
The University of Texas at Arlington has developed a sensing and therapeutic tool called the SMART bandage, which can monitor and cure wounds in real-time. This innovative technology will help doctors and healthcare workers better treat patients' complex wounds more quickly and effectively.
Researchers found that banning affirmative action can lead to a decline in student body diversity and negatively impact students of color. The study examined the impact of Proposal 2 in Michigan, which prohibited considering race in college admissions, and found that administrators felt disempowered to support racial diversity on campus.
Research suggests Apgar score can predict a mother's risk of being critically ill after delivery. Mothers with low Apgar scores had a nine-time higher risk of ICU admission than those with normal scores.
The Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences has presented eight new recipients of the INFORMS Fellow Award, recognizing their outstanding achievements in various areas. The awards are given to individuals who have made significant contributions to education, management, practice, research, and service in the field...
Researchers have pushed boundaries to establish new limits in science, from growing carbon nanotubes with exceptional reflectivity to studying extremophiles like Deinococcus radiodurans. These discoveries highlight the importance of exploring extremes and advancing our understanding of physics.
Research reveals that 'Honeycrisp' apple size and soluble solids content significantly impact consumers' willingness to pay. Growers can increase prices by optimizing fruit size, while maintaining acidity levels to command higher prices.
A case report highlights the potential health risk of e-cigarette use, particularly in relation to the flavoring agent diacetyl. The patient, a 60-year-old cigar smoker, developed symptoms after using strongly-flavored e-cigarettes, and was diagnosed with acute hypersensitivity pneumonitis.
A survey found that physicians in training who work long duty hours are more likely to smoke, with surgeons having the highest prevalence. Social factors such as a colleague or superior who smokes also contribute to the likelihood of smoking among health care professionals.
A restrictive approach to ordering chest X-rays in the ICU significantly reduces radiation exposure and operating costs without negatively impacting patient outcomes. The study found large decreases in total X-rays ordered, without adverse effects on ventilator days, length of stay, or other key metrics.
Researchers created a multidisciplinary sepsis and shock response team to improve recognition and treatment of suspected sepsis or shock in the emergency department. The SSRT's implementation led to reduced compliance with standard care measures and improved overall mortality rates.
A quality improvement program implemented at Maimonides Medical Center reduced indwelling urinary catheter use from 92.3% to 15%, a 77.3% decrease, by implementing an education program, prescribing guidelines, and sonographic bladder scanning. The study aims to reduce catheter-associated infections and improve patient care.
Researchers found that 3D-printed tracheobronchial tree models compare favorably to traditional ones in training pulmonary physicians. The models were praised for their realism, accuracy, and usefulness as teaching tools.
Families with children admitted to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience significant nonmedical financial burdens, including out-of-pocket expenses and emotional stress. The study also found that low-income families bear the highest burden of these costs.
Researchers found that mobile device reminders and patient progress tracking significantly reduce the risk of procedure cancellations and decrease post-op ER visits. Patients reported increased satisfaction with the tools provided, which empowered them to track their progress and communicate more effectively with their surgeon.
Adding noninvasive ventilation to oxygen during exercise training in patients with severe COPD reduces hyperinflation, depression, and increases respiratory muscle function and exercise capacity. The study also found a decrease in total lung capacity in patients who received the treatment.
Researchers found that a collaborative culture between ED and ICU led to reduced mortality, ICU length of stay, and intermediate care unit transfers in patients with sepsis. The study showed a significant decrease in mortality by 45.4% and ICU length of stay by 25.9%, resulting in cost savings for hospitals.
A retrospective chart review found that sicker patients were quickly triaged to the ICU and had a shorter ED length of stay. Initial lactate value ≥4 and shorter ED stays were associated with higher mortality rates.
The study found substantial growth in Twitter adoption and impressions at three major critical care conferences, with over 6.6 million impressions in the first year and 32.6 million views in the second year. Healthcare providers dominated tweets, accounting for 71% of all tweets.
Clinicians presented rare cases of methemoglobinemia after Jungle Juice ingestion, as well as a patient with worsening dyspnea and dry cough following buttock augmentation gone wrong. Silicone emboli to the lungs can induce acute pneumonitis syndrome, which was successfully treated with corticosteroids.
A retrospective cohort study found that mechanically ventilated patients with PTSD had longer durations of sedation with benzodiazepines and opiates, and higher mean daily doses of propofol. This suggests a need for tailored sedation regimens to improve patient experience in the ICU.
The study found significant reductions in central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) and surgical intensive care unit (SICU) mortality rates after EHR implementation. This improvement resulted in a lower risk of CLABSI per 1,000 catheter days and a decrease in overall SICU mortality.
Researchers found that a 12-week supervised aerobic exercise program improved asthma control, reduced short-acting bronchodilator usage, and depressive symptoms in patients with confirmed asthma. The study suggests that aerobic exercise could be an adjunct to current pharmacological therapy for adult asthma patients with poor control.
Researchers found significant improvements in staff awareness and patient outcomes after implementing rapid response system training, with a 213% increase in call rates and a 100% reduction in code blue events. The top causes of RRS initiation were tachycardia, hypotension, and staff concern.
A Penn bioethicist recommends increasing randomized trials, using better measures to quantify intervention effectiveness, and developing interventions that accurately reflect decision-making processes.
A QUT study found young drivers are more likely to drive sleepy than drunk, with 20% of fatal crashes attributed to drink driving and 15% to fatigued driving in Queensland. Young drivers are also more accepting of enforcement practices for drink driving than sleepy driving.
The University of Houston has been named to lead a national Center for Borders, Trade and Immigration Research, receiving a $3.4 million grant from the Department of Homeland Security. The center will focus on technology, policy, and education research to strengthen national security.
Researchers are working on a novel transparent skull implant made from yttria-stabilized zirconia, which could provide a 'window' to the brain and enable laser-based treatments of life-threatening disorders. The project aims to enhance material properties, shape the implant for better fitment, and study its response in animal studies.
Keren Haroush and Jerry Chen receive $25,000 each for their pioneering work on neural mechanisms of cooperative social interaction and learning, respectively. Their studies have significantly advanced understanding of brain function and behavior.
Gershow's lab will study how fruit fly larvae use the sense of smell to seek out or avoid odor sources using light to read and control individual neurons. The project aims to address broader questions about brain decision-making and sensory input, involving undergraduates and outreach programs.
Dr. Ronald Oudiz, a renowned researcher at LA BioMed, is being recognized for his pioneering work in the pulmonary hypertension field. His contributions have led to significant advancements in understanding and treating this potentially fatal disease.
Researchers at MPFI and FIAS will analyze large datasets to understand spontaneous brain activity in early visual cortex development. They aim to extract general principles of how this activity influences cortical development.
A new study found that a math-based app significantly improved elementary school children's performance in just a few months. The app was especially helpful for children with math-anxious parents, who showed significant improvements in math abilities when using the app once a week.
Dan's House of Hope will receive the award to continue providing a place to live, programs, and home-away-from-home services for older adolescents and young adults with cancer. The organization helps reduce isolation, decrease financial burdens, and nourish hope for patients aged 15-39.
A study by researchers at National Taiwan University found that consumers purchase fresh flowers for gifts primarily due to the economic, social, and expressive values of the flower. The study revealed that financial capability does not influence the likelihood of givers purchasing fresh flowers as gifts.
Researchers have found a way to extend bananas' shelf life by up to 1-2 days through postharvest application of lysophosphatidylethanolamine (LPE). This natural phospholipid treatment maintains membrane integrity, reduces respiration and slows starch breakdown, making the fruit firmer and thicker.
Marc Gershow, NYU physicist, receives $2.4M NIH New Innovator Award for pioneering research on brain processing and sensory perception. His lab will study how fruit fly larvae use smell to navigate using light-controlled neurons.
University of Oklahoma School of Industrial and Systems Engineering researcher Kash Barker is leading a project to evaluate the impact of analytics on infrastructure resilience. The goal is to design resilience into infrastructure systems, such as transportation and electric power networks, to withstand disruptions and recover rapidly.
Lachman has made significant contributions to understanding lifespan development, self-regulatory processes, and socioeconomic disparities in health and cognition. Her research has yielded original findings on the impact of modifiable psychosocial and behavioral factors on health and well-being.
A study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that employees using sit-stand desks stood for 60 minutes more per day and burned up to 87 more calories than those with sitting desks, supporting the redesigning of office environments as a potential approach to fighting obesity.
Alexandra Meliou, a computer scientist at UMass Amherst, has received an NSF CAREER award to design new technologies that enhance data insights and improve data quality. Her work aims to address the issue of misused data due to lack of curating and validation.
The Ecological Society of America releases a report highlighting the benefits of citizen science in ecology, including improved data quality and increased public engagement. The report showcases successful case studies and provides guidance for organizations to design effective citizen science projects.
A study published in Educational Researcher found that unequal access to rigorous mathematics content exacerbates the gap in performance on international math literacy tests. The study revealed that nearly a third of the relationship between socioeconomic status and math literacy in the US is due to inequalities in math coverage.
A recent ENA study found that moral distress in emergency nurses is caused by environmental factors such as excessive documentation and inadequate staffing. The study highlights the need for emergency departments to address these challenges to provide high-quality care.
A study of over 3,500 Finnish participants found that a one-year difference in education resulted in a significant increase in self-rated health. The research suggests that academic attainment predicts positive health transitions from childhood to adulthood.
The Global Relay of Observatories Watching Transients Happen (GROWTH) project aims to improve understanding of cosmic transients by extending night-time observing hours. The network, supported by NSF's PIRE program, enables researchers to monitor rare events like neutron star mergers and heavy element synthesis.
The Center for Thrombosis and Hemostasis at Mainz University Medical Center has been awarded €25 million in funding from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research. The center will focus on translational research to improve treatments for thrombosis-related disorders.
A RAND Corporation study found that more than 80 percent of school principals expressed satisfaction with Teach For America teachers, particularly those with experience. Principals rated corps members' abilities to improve student performance and develop positive relationships with colleagues and administrators. However, alumni were mo...
Dr. Zhiqiang Lin has developed a technique that allows monitoring of virtual machines for invasions and viruses, bridging the semantic gap in data structures. This breakthrough has the potential to improve cloud security and protect online services from malicious intruders.
Researchers discovered a new cell type that produces IL-9, amplifying anaphylactic shock in response to ingested food. The 'IL-9-producing mucosal mast cells' require the presence of specific immune cells and proteins to produce severe allergic reactions.
The University of Vienna has created a photorealistic online game, called a 'quantum lab', allowing users to virtually access unique instruments and conduct experiments. The virtual laboratory is designed to make modern science accessible to the general public, university students, and high-school students.
Researchers at Texas A&M University found that pairing popular vegetables with school entrees, such as burgers and chicken nuggets, can lead to increased vegetable consumption. The study suggests optimizing entrée-vegetable pairings in schools meals could positively impact vegetable intake for students relying on school meals.
Scientists have successfully altered the state of matter of metallic osmium under extreme pressure conditions. The research uses ultra-high pressures to interact with core electrons in osmium, leading to anomalies in its compression behavior. This breakthrough could lead to new materials with unique properties.
Researchers develop a way to make drugs degrade before reaching drinking water, reducing environmental contamination. They made tweaks to propranolol, a commonly used beta blocker, allowing it to break down more easily into harmless compounds.