Research on teaching, learning, and how education works. Covers health-tech education, mentorship and fellowships, NIH training grants, and digital learning.
A study found that children who received more physical education time in school compensated by doing less at home, while those with less PE time made up for it by being more active at home. The researchers propose a central control mechanism similar to appetite in the brain, known as activitystat, which regulates physical activity levels.
Researchers from three institutions applied harpin to head lettuce prior to harvest to prevent microbial contamination. The study found that harpin improved color, reduced browning, and increased phenolic compounds, which are linked to plant chemical defenses against microbes.
Jeanne Century highlights complexity of educational reform efforts, citing difficulties in replicating best practices across different contexts. She proposes Researchers Without Borders project to address disciplinary and institutional barriers hindering lasting reform.
The Pittsburgh Science of Learning Center (PSLC) will continue its research on how people learn with a renewed $25 million NSF grant. The PSLC conducts experiments in over 50 classrooms across the US to understand learning styles and habits.
Scientists have discovered that the bovine genome contains over 2,800 billion DNA building blocks and around 22,000 genes. The study found that cows share about 80% of their genes with humans, providing valuable insights into human biology.
Patients with vertebral compression fractures experience prolonged intense pain, with over two-thirds reporting severe pain one year after injury. Current treatment and advice are deemed insufficient, requiring revised approaches to improve patient outcomes.
A study in Journal of the American College of Surgeons found that surgical education programs are increasingly hiring physician assistants and nurse practitioners (PEs) to alleviate administrative burdens on residents. PEs were utilized mostly for procedural and administrative duties, with nearly 80% of programs having at least one PE.
Six Arizona State University faculty members have earned NSF Career awards for their groundbreaking research projects. Junseok Chae is developing protein-based biosensors, while Yi Chen aims to unlock the Internet's hidden data reservoir. Hanqing Jiang seeks to harness carbon nanotubes for practical applications.
The Office of Naval Research has awarded 15 young researchers with three-year research grants worth up to $510,000. The winners were selected from 193 proposals and include faculty members at top universities, such as Harvard College and Cornell University.
A new tool has been developed to quickly assess how a particular school finance reform proposal might impact individual California school districts. The tool can be used to evaluate any formula that consolidates categorical funds and will be discussed at the American Educational Research Association meeting in San Diego.
The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology has awarded several undergraduate students with grants to support their research in biochemistry and molecular biology. The recipients of the awards will present their findings at upcoming meetings and use the funds to purchase research supplies and reagents.
Lawrence Platt and Ernest Feleppa receive top awards for their contributions to medical ultrasound, with Platt recognized for clinical science and Feleppa for basic science research, both funded by the National Institutes of Health.
Researchers examine the effectiveness of individualized instruction and observational tools to improve reading skills in fourth- and fifth-grade classrooms. Classroom observations and teacher logs are found to be reliable and valid methods for measuring instruction, with potential benefits for future research studies.
Researchers have identified new alternative substrates to pine bark and peatmoss, finding that landscape annuals can thrive in ground pine tree and pine bark substrates. The study showed comparable foliage growth, flower density, and root proliferation for plants grown in both substrates.
A survey of wholesale and retail nursery owners reveals that while customer interest in native plants is increasing, market demand and public education play a key role in its growth. Nursery professionals suggest providing better information sources and marketing campaigns to promote native plants.
Dr. G. V. P. Reddy's $60,000 SARE grant will educate agricultural professionals on semiochemicals for monitoring and controlling pests like banana root borer and New Guinea sugarcane weevil.
The IWAS Àgua DF project aims to develop a water management concept for Brasilia, addressing the city's growing population and climate change challenges. By integrating technical solutions with improved policy approaches, the project seeks to ensure a sustainable water supply for millions of inhabitants.
A national survey reveals that only one-in-five American adults can answer three basic science questions correctly. This lack of scientific literacy poses significant challenges to addressing pressing issues like climate change and resource management, emphasizing the importance of investment in science research and education.
Undergraduate nursing students can benefit from research instruction, which enhances their education and prepares them to investigate healthcare issues. Nurse researchers like Dr. Tingen build knowledge used to improve care quality and efficiency.
A study by Claudia C. Collins and Angela M. O'Callaghan found that caring for houseplants can have positive effects on residents' happiness and overall sense of well-being. The 4-week study involved interactive horticulture classes, resulting in improved mastery, self-rated health and a general feeling of success.
A recent study reveals that consumer preferences for fresh strawberries are linked to a complex balance of sweetness, aroma, texture, and appearance. The research found that certain strawberry cultivars, such as 'Rubygem' and 'Sugarbaby', were favored by panelists due to their high flavor and sweetness ratings.
Researchers in a study published in HortTechnology identified two high-quality banana cultivars suitable for commercial production in southern Georgia: 'Manzano' and '1780'. These cultivars can produce over six suckers per plant, generating a potential income of over $60 per plant.
A new red raspberry cultivar, 'Moutere', has been developed in a planned breeding program at The New Zealand Institute of Plant and Food Research Limited. This variety is characterized by high yields of large, uniform size, bright red berries suitable for early season consumption.
The City College of New York and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center will receive funding to develop a unique partnership in cancer research, training, and community outreach. The grant aims to address cancer disparities in underserved minority communities through translational research, education, and outreach programs.
Coatings made from plant extracts and vegetable oils significantly reduced lenticel breakdown (LB) in apples, with Malaga trees showing the most improvement after multiple applications. Researchers found that applying coatings three times before harvest was more effective than single treatments.
Capillary mats provide automated irrigation, conserve water, and reduce labor needs, resulting in 71% less summer and 62% less winter water usage compared to overhead sprinklers. The study also found that plants on capillary mats required 62% less fertilizer due to higher substrate electrical conductivity.
A recent survey of over 27,000 EMS professionals found that nearly 83% believe they should participate in disease and injury prevention programs. Many respondents reported already providing such services during emergency calls, particularly those with experience, suggesting a potential expansion of prevention efforts.
Researchers at Iowa State University are working to improve high school chemistry education, including surveying teachers and developing laboratory experiments using household items. The team aims to address concerns about teacher certification and laboratory access, with the goal of enhancing student understanding of chemistry concepts.
The Burroughs Wellcome Fund Inter-school Training Program in Metabolic Disease (BWF-ITP-MD) combines multiple disciplines to understand metabolic diseases, from molecular mechanisms to population health. The program aims to develop comprehensive insights and system strategies to curb the epidemics of obesity and diabetes.
Springer has partnered with Education Research Institutes in Seoul and Taiwan to publish the Asia Pacific Education Review journal, further expanding its education research portfolio. The partnership aims to enhance the journal's reputation and make it available to a worldwide audience.
A new UCLA study found that light to moderate drinking among seniors reduced their odds of developing physical problems preventing common tasks. Alcohol consumption at light to moderate levels appears to have disability prevention benefits only in men and women in relatively good health.
Researchers used lasers to visualize amyloid fibers in the lab and found that it can inhibit their growth and degrade them. This technique may offer a new approach to treat amyloid-based disorders like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Huntington's diseases.
A new study reveals that vision function decline is a primary reason older Americans decide to give up or restrict their driving. The most common predictors of stopping or decreasing driving were slow visual scanning and poor visuo-constructional skills, as well as reduced contrast sensitivity.
The University of California, San Francisco has partnered with Muhimbili University of Health Allied Sciences in Tanzania to develop strategies for training healthcare workers. The two-year grant aims to strengthen the academic environment and revise curricula to increase health professional output in Tanzania.
A study by American Society for Horticultural Science evaluated direct-seeding short-day onions in southeastern Georgia. Direct seeding was found to be a cost-effective alternative to traditional hand-transplanting methods, which rely on a migrant labor force.
Research found that parental education moderates genetic influences on reading disability, suggesting genes play a larger role in high-education families. The study's results have implications for national education policies, suggesting a more nuanced approach to meeting academic standards.
Maura Borrego, a Virginia Tech assistant professor, received the Presidential Early Career Award for her development of methods to prepare faculty and students for interdisciplinary research. Her award marks the first one given to an engineer in this area.
Researchers discovered that noscapine, an ingredient in common cough medication, reduced tumor growth by 60% and limited tumor spread by 65% without causing side effects. The findings suggest a promising treatment for advanced prostate cancer.
Researchers tested two flame retardants on Douglas-fir and Fraser fir trees, finding no benefit to quality or life; in fact, chemical retardants sped up drying process and made trees more flammable.
The National Mathematics Advisory Panel's final report was subject to scrutiny in a special issue of Educational Researcher, with experts discussing the report's limitations and potential solutions. Researchers highlighted concerns over quantitative focus, lack of clear framing, and failure to address achievement disparities.
Julia Bailey-Serres and her collaborators have developed flood-tolerant rice varieties that can recover after prolonged submergence, improving crop yields in flood-prone areas. The new rice varieties, already passed field tests in Bangladesh and India, will be made available to smallholder farmers within two years.
The Oklahoma Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research has received $20 million from the NSF and State Regents for a five-year project focused on cellulosic biomass. Researchers will explore molecular mechanisms, microbial conversion, and new catalytic/thermochemical processes to develop alternative energy solutions.
Emory University's new Human Health: Molecules to Mankind (M2M) program trains students in both laboratory and population sciences, aiming to create a comprehensive approach to understanding human health. The program partners researchers from schools of medicine, public health, and other institutions.
A study by University of Illinois researchers found that most commercial broadcasters offer only minimal educational programming for children, with only three hours per week required by federal legislation. Only a third of programs taught an academic lesson, and 3 percent taught a health lesson.
A recent study by Children Now found that only 13% of educational programming for children is rated highly educational, with most shows offering limited value. The study analyzed 120 episodes across 40 program titles and found that commercial stations are failing to meet their obligation to deliver high-quality educational content.
The US Agency for International Development has awarded a $1 million grant to Virginia Tech to enhance agricultural productivity and trade barriers in Africa. The project aims to increase yields, reduce crop risks, and promote long-term productivity growth through science-based methods.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded nearly $17 million to fund 16 Science Education Partnership Awards (SEPAs), which will support hands-on science education activities for tens of thousands of students and the public. The SEPA program aims to improve public understanding of NIH-funded medical research and encourage you...
A study by Indiana University researchers found that caregivers of multiple generations engaged in fewer healthy behaviors, while highly active individuals reported lower rates of obesity-related diseases. Researchers also explored how smoke-free air laws influence smokers' perceptions of social norms.
The Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (INFORMS) has announced 12 new recipients of the annual INFORMS Fellows Award, recognizing outstanding achievements in education, management, practice, research, and service to the profession. The award recognizes the contributions of distinguished professionals who have...
Research suggests that civic education can mitigate poorly informed and disengaged American citizens. Eamonn Callan argues for 'rational social hope' in which teachers promote civic virtue through relevant information and understanding.
A recent study found that physically active individuals before suffering a stroke tend to have less severe problems and recover better compared to those who were inactive. The top 25% of people in the study group were two-and-a-half times more likely to suffer a less severe stroke.
A study found that an educational booklet reduced indoor tanning by 35% in young women, while also improving attitudes towards healthier alternatives for changing appearance. The intervention had no impact on perceptions of skin damage or cancer risk, but still promoted a reduction in ultraviolet exposure behavior.
The AERA-NAEd assessment will examine 16 major fields of education research, focusing on over 900 programs in 120 universities. The study aims to establish benchmarks and quality criteria for education research doctorate programs.
The Triton Resource is a 3-pronged program focusing on data analysis, storage, and scalable clusters. It will enable UC San Diego researchers to process massive amounts of data, facilitating 21st-century research and education.
A study found that children serve themselves larger portions when super-sized meals are available, but portion sizes vary by gender, ethnicity, and parental feeding practices. The researchers aim to identify factors affecting children's eating habits and promote healthy choices from an early age.
A study by Temple University researchers found that obese women face significant mental barriers to exercise, including feeling self-conscious, fearing injury, and having perceived poor health. These aversions can significantly hinder their ability to engage in physical activity and adhere to a weight loss plan.
Temple University researchers found that obese women reported their activity levels most accurately compared to overweight and normal weight women. The accuracy of estimates increased with education and participation in physical activity over time.
Research highlights the importance of including incarcerated populations in health studies to improve community health outcomes. The Journal of Correctional Health Care publishes original research on correctional health care topics, featuring findings on primary care, infectious disease, and mental health.
Researchers are working to produce 'European-style' Christmas trees that meet public preferences for natural, open shapes with more space for ornaments. The use of advanced shearing techniques, such as the Top-Stop Nipper, shows promise for improving tree quality and marketability.
The Netherlands has secured 9 European Research Council (ERC) Advanced Grants for Physical Sciences and Engineering, ranking third in the country. The winners include researchers from prominent Dutch institutions such as Radboud University Nijmegen, Leiden University, and Delft University of Technology.