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Fair careers in academia

The study found that researchers value the university's commitment to diversity and anti-discrimination measures and are broadly satisfied with their working conditions. However, respondents identified areas for improvement, including the need for structured institutional support and clear procedures to prevent discrimination. The find...

Augmented reality job coaching boosts performance by 79% for people with disabilities

A new study found that augmented reality job coaching significantly improves job performance for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The AR-based application delivered real-time guidance, enabling participants to complete complex tasks with minimal external support. This innovative approach has the potential t...

SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalFocus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2026

Autism research reframed: Why heterogeneity is the data, not the noise

Dr. Noritaka Ichinohe challenges the long-held assumption that averaging away individual differences is necessary in psychiatric research. Instead, biological heterogeneity is seen as a phenomenon demanding explanation. The author's work on primate brain mapping and molecular subtyping has identified convergence points between species ...

SourceGenomic Press·JournalGenomic Psychiatry·TypeNews article·DateJan 6, 2026

King’s College London researcher advances psychiatric genomics through pioneering polygenic scoring innovations

Dr Oliver Pain develops GenoPred platform advancing personalized mental healthcare worldwide through accessible genetic tools, democratizing access to cutting-edge genomic methodologies. His work aims to reduce global health inequities by developing inclusive polygenic scoring methods that perform accurately across all ancestry groups.

SourceGenomic Press·JournalGenomic Psychiatry·TypeNews article·DateSep 9, 2025

Centenarian neuroscientist inspires blueprint for vibrant longevity through mentorship and connection

A study by Dr. Esther Sternberg highlights the importance of social engagement, intellectual stimulation, purposeful activity, humor, and spiritual exploration in achieving exceptional cognitive and social functioning in advanced age. Dr. Reichlin's example challenges conventional assumptions about aging trajectories.

SourceGenomic Press·JournalBrain Medicine·TypeNews article·DateSep 9, 2025

Normal hormone levels trigger severe depression in some women; researcher discovers mechanism

Dr. David Rubinow's research reveals that susceptible women respond differently to normal hormonal fluctuations, leading to breakthrough treatment approaches and FDA-approved medication for postpartum depression. His work validates the experiences of millions of women whose hormone-related mood symptoms were previously misunderstood.

SourceGenomic Press·JournalBrain Medicine·TypeNews article·DateJul 29, 2025

Employees assigned more complex projects early in their work history had better outcomes later in their careers

A study by Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Kentucky found that employees assigned to more complex projects during their first two years had higher levels of learning, professional certifications, and promotion rates. This suggests that early career experiences play a crucial role in shaping future career development.

SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalAcademy of Management Journal·DateMay 27, 2025

Positron emission tomography in psychiatry: Dr. Romina Mizrahi maps the molecular future

Dr. Romina Mizrahi's PET-based neuroimaging sheds light on brain workings, integrating genetics, environment and imaging to understand psychiatric illness as a complex biological puzzle. She advocates for precision psychiatry paradigm with customized treatments based on molecular profiles, and calls for diversity in academic leadership.

SourceGenomic Press·JournalBrain Medicine·TypeNews article·DateApr 8, 2025

Evaluating career service offices at schools of public health: Are programs servicing students equitably and delivering on the promise of a diversified public health workforce?

A new study by Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health evaluated the career services programs and employment outcomes of its graduates. The study found that neither program usage nor employment outcomes were statistically different by race or ethnicity, with room for improvement in other areas.

SourceColumbia University's Mailman School of Public Health·JournalPedagogy in Health Promotion·DateJan 6, 2025

UCLA professor Helen Lavretsky reshapes brain health through integrative medicine research

Professor Lavretsky's pioneering work integrates conventional psychiatric treatments with mind-body interventions, developing novel therapeutic combinations for treatment-resistant depression and cognitive disorders. Her research has transformed approaches to mental health and aging, emphasizing whole person health and prevention.

SourceGenomic Press·JournalBrain Medicine·TypeNews article·DateDec 3, 2024

Pioneering neuroendocrinologist shapes brain research at 100 while still making discoveries

Dr. Seymour Reichlin's centennial celebration highlights his ongoing scientific impact, with recent collaborations yielding new insights into hormone therapies for cognitive enhancement and emotional homeostasis. His work has established neuroendocrinology as a distinct field, bridging neuroscience, endocrinology, and clinical medicine.

SourceGenomic Press·JournalBrain Medicine·TypeNews article·DateDec 3, 2024