Articles tagged with Disabled Scientists
A new book reveals personal tales from successful scientists who overcame insecurities, health issues, and cultural norms to achieve their goals. The stories highlight that self-doubt is a common part of the scientific experience, but with support and resilience, it's possible to overcome.
A11yShape, an AI-assisted tool, enables visually impaired computer programmers to create, edit and verify complex 3D models without assistance. The tool uses GPT-4o to provide detailed descriptions of the model for blind and low-vision programmers.
The winners of the Applied Microbiology International Horizon Awards 2025 have been recognized for their groundbreaking contributions to global challenges through applied microbiology. The awards celebrate excellence across various domains, including drug discovery and sustainable agriculture.
Scientists at UCSF have developed engineered T cells that act as immune referees to soothe overreacting immune responses and mope up inflammatory molecules. These cells could improve treatment for organ transplants, type 1 diabetes and other autoimmune conditions by reducing the need for harsh immunosuppressant drugs.
DeltaAI enables scientists and researchers to address the world's most challenging problems by accelerating complex AI, machine learning, and high-performance computing applications. The system will quadruple NCSA's AI-focused computing capacity and expand the NSF-funded advanced computing ecosystem.
Taylor & Francis joins DAISY Consortium’s Inclusive Publishing Partner program to advance accessibility in publishing. The company is committed to producing content accessible to all, regardless of reading requirements.
Scientists discovered a way to kill pancreatic cancer in mice by combining a ketogenic diet with an existing cancer drug. The diet blocks the cancer's only source of fuel, allowing the drug to take effect and shrink tumors. This finding opens a new vulnerability for treating cancer with diet and personalized therapies.
A lack of adaptive equipment and trained staff in commercial gyms creates significant barriers to exercise for people with disabilities. The study highlights the need for more accessible options and awareness programs to encourage continued physical activity among this population.
The University of Texas at Arlington has awarded seven Interdisciplinary Research Program (IRP) grants totaling $140,000 to foster collaboration between groups. The grant increase represents a 40% boost over the previous year's funding.
The volume examines how disability has influenced scientific disciplines and history, highlighting disabled individuals' contributions to ME/CFS activism and laboratory research. Disability studies in science is shown to be a crucial force in shaping knowledge production.
Scientists discover that multiciliated cells use cell division to control hair-like projections called cilia. This adaptation breaks the cancer-preventing rule of making only four centrioles per cell, producing hundreds instead.
UCSF scientists discover delivering therapeutic molecules to amniotic fluid can effectively treat Angelman syndrome and other neurological conditions. The treatment uses antisense oligonucleotides, which can alter gene expression, and has shown improved motor function and learning outcomes in mice.
Many physicians and scientists reported being harassed on social media due to their advocacy, often based on gender, race, or disability. The study highlights the need for greater protection and support for individuals facing online abuse.
A single gene controls a switch between two alternative cell fates in a species of sea anemone, enabling the transition from a piercing cell to a sticky cell. This finding suggests that the nematocyte cell may have evolved from a spirocyte thanks to the development of the NvSox2 gene.
Researchers at Binghamton University propose a three-pillar approach to increase inclusion in STEM fields, including flexibility, accommodation, and modification. This framework aims to address the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities and other constraints.
Researchers at Purdue University are designing autonomous vehicles that can accommodate people with disabilities. Their goal is to create a standard for technology accessibility that will enable the entire population to use these vehicles, regardless of their mobility or sensory challenges.
Researchers at UNIGE develop new method using eye-tracking to evaluate social-emotional and perceptive abilities in children and adolescents with severe multiple disabilities. This approach enables assessment of individual skills and preferences, allowing for personalized stimulation and care devices.
A lack of representation of people with disabilities in the biomedical workforce can lead to limited care improvements. Researchers like Bonnielin Swenor advocate for increased diversity and accommodations to create more inclusive environments.
Researchers produced method protecting animal models from Syngap1 gene mutation effects, disrupting memory and anxiety levels. Early developmental period critical for treatment of psychiatric disorders caused by damaging Syngap1 mutations.
Researchers Dr. O'Neill and Botticello will study ways to improve disability statistics, focusing on disparities in employment outcomes and geographic concentration of people with disabilities. The goal is to bridge the divide between data producers and users, supporting better decision-making and more effective programs.
Researchers identified duplicated genes HSD17B10 and HUWE1 as the trigger for intellectual disability. The study found that these genes produce excess protein, leading to mental retardation in individuals with X chromosome-linked mutations.
Researchers identify specific brain function responsible for counting 'how many' versus 'how much', a major finding in understanding dyscalculia. The discovery could lead to better diagnosis and treatment of the learning disability, similar to recent breakthroughs in dyslexia.
Dr. Rory Cooper's groundbreaking work on wheelchair design and technology has improved the lives of veterans with service-connected disabilities. His contributions include streamlined wheelchairs, accessibility guidelines, and electric-powered wheelchair expansion.
Scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory are conducting a three-year study using the powerful MRI scanner to look for early signs of MS. The study aims to understand the disease process and potentially lead to more effective diagnosis and treatment.
Scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory have deciphered the structure of botulinum toxin, a deadly poison that can cause paralysis and death. The discovery could lead to the development of a recombinant vaccine to disable the toxin and improve therapeutic applications.
Scientists have developed a method to 'knock out' fruit fly genes, allowing researchers to study their functions and identify corresponding human diseases. The technique, also applicable to fixing faulty genes, has the potential to revolutionize gene therapy.
Researchers at Brookhaven National Laboratory have discovered the molecular mechanism by which adenovirus binds to human cells, paving the way for the development of drugs that block infection. This breakthrough could lead to more effective vaccines and targeted therapies for viral infections.
Researchers from Johns Hopkins Medicine discovered that it took a volunteer patient about 250-300 milliseconds to begin understanding a pictured object, and another 250-450 milliseconds to fully comprehend its meaning. The study suggests that information accumulates gradually in the brain, rather than in a strictly all-or-none fashion.
Scientists have identified peptides substance P and neurokinin A as key components in the body's pain responses. The study suggests that these peptides work together to produce moderate-to-severe pain, offering a potential target for new pain treatments.
A study using brain scans found that structures on the right side of the brain are involved in anxious thoughts and processing new inputs. The right frontal lobe, basal ganglia, cerebellum, and pontine nuclei were identified as key areas.
Researchers have discovered that cholesterol molecules facilitate hedgehog protein function by causing its split and acting as an anchor, highlighting the importance of cholesterol in developmental processes.