Articles tagged with Science Faculty
Florida Atlantic University has received a $1 million NSF grant to implement initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion in STEM faculty. The project aims to mitigate STEM workforce shortages, particularly in biotechnology, aerospace, and healthcare industries.
The study found conserved structures of neuronal activity in the sensorimotor cortex of freely moving rats, revealing a clear gradient for contralateral bias. This breakthrough helps understand brain control of movements under natural conditions and enables further development of neuroprosthetic devices.
Researchers found that buprenorphine use was associated with better outcomes for the baby, including lower risk of preterm birth, small size for gestational age, and low birth weight. The study suggests increasing access to buprenorphine treatment among pregnant individuals with opioid-use disorder.
Researchers at the University Hospital Bonn have discovered a new function of CRISPR/Cas9 gene scissors, which produce small signal molecules that bind to proteins, activating an emergency response. This discovery opens up new possibilities for treating diseases using CRISPR technology.
The Andrew Sabin Family Foundation has donated $10 million to the James P. Allison Institute, a research and innovation hub aiming to unlock cancer cures. The gift will support elite scientists and post-doctoral programs to accelerate breakthroughs in immunobiology.
A Tel Aviv University study reveals that the Israeli shoreline is contaminated with more than two million tons of microplastics, with Tel Aviv and Hadera beaches being the most polluted. The researchers warn that exposure to microplastic waste is unavoidable and poses a risk to human health.
Dr. Mike Weisfeldt, a renowned cardiologist, will receive the American Heart Association's Eugene Braunwald Academic Mentorship Award for his efforts to increase diversity in cardiology and promote inclusivity. The award recognizes his leadership in recruiting underrepresented groups and fostering an equity-first approach in medicine.
A novel genetic analysis by University of Ottawa researchers reveals that climate change could lead to an increased risk of viral spillover in the High Arctic. This increased risk may result in new viruses infecting previously uninfected hosts, potentially leading to emerging pandemics.
WayPath Pharma has been awarded a $225,000 Phase I Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) award to develop new metabolic drugs targeting tumor stem cells and crossing the blood-brain barrier. The funding aims to advance treatment options for glioblastoma, a highly aggressive brain cancer with limited treatment options.
A new project aims to explore the tension between managing hurricane risk and achieving equity and economic prosperity in coastal communities. Researchers will develop methods to model long-term hurricane hazards and create a framework for designing policy interventions.
New research from the University of Ottawa finds that climate change is waking bumblebees earlier from winter hibernation, putting the species at risk. The study found that this early emergence timing puts bees out of sync with their food sources, leading to smaller colonies and lower survival rates.
Researchers from Tokyo University of Science create a metal–organic framework-based magnesium ion conductor showing superionic conductivity at room temperature, overcoming the limitations of magnesium ion-based energy devices. The novel Mg2+ electrolyte exhibits a high conductivity of 10−3 S cm−1, making it suitable for battery applica...
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh has been awarded a nearly $1 million NSF grant to increase and retain women in academic STEM departments. The team plans to create a web-based dashboard to track progress related to gender inequities and assist departments in creating equitable policies.
A team of researchers from Tokyo University of Science has developed a novel multi-proton carrier complex that shows efficient proton conductivity even at high temperatures. The resulting starburst-type metal complex acts as a proton transmitter, making it 6 times more potent than individual imidazole molecules.
Carnegie Mellon University, Johns Hopkins University, and New York University team up with a $3 million NSF grant to develop Project ELEVATE, promoting equitable STEM career advancement for underrepresented faculty. The alliance aims to create a collaborative community for institutional change at private research institutions.
A UTSA professor will use a five-year $550,000 grant to study natural language processing and develop NLP models tailored to specific population groups. The goal is to improve the accuracy and relevance of these models in everyday applications.
Rensselaer researchers will use a five-year grant to develop novel inhibitors of the SARS-CoV-2 virus's CLpro and PLpro proteases. The team aims to create an orally bioavailable drug that can be administered at home, with the potential for improved antiviral activity when combined with other drugs like remdesivir.
Researchers at UNIGE found that olfactory neurons change their identity based on expressed receptors and past experiences. The study reveals a wide range of identities among these neurons, which adapt rapidly to different levels of stimulation.
The Freeman Hrabowski Scholars Program aims to build a more inclusive scientific workforce by supporting outstanding basic biomedical researchers from underrepresented backgrounds. Each Scholar will receive up to $8.6 million over 10 years, including full salary and benefits.
Researchers at Ritsumeikan University in Japan have developed a new method to fabricate cadmium-free thin-film solar cells with improved energy conversion efficiency. The process replaces toxic materials with native buffer layers formed through air-annealing, reducing waste and increasing the potential for large-scale manufacturing.
A new $1.25 million NIH grant provides teaching resources and professional development for middle school teachers to boost disciplinary literacy skills and interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects. The program aims to help traditionally underrepresented groups feel confident about potential careers in STEM.
Researchers developed a new framework to extract meaningful vectorial metrics from Mueller matrix elements, providing insights into exotic material characterization and precise cancer boundary detection. The framework establishes a universal metric for calculating different physical properties of target objects.
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed a unique detector using compressed xenon gas to detect axion-like particles, promising a breakthrough in finding dark matter. The new technology enables the exploration of previously inaccessible masses, constraining the properties of axion-like particles.
Yushan Yan, a University of Delaware engineering professor, has been recognized by the National Academy of Engineering for his contributions to sustainable chemical engineering and electrochemical systems. He is also an inventor on over 20 patents and founder of Versogen, a Wilmington-based startup.
Assistant Professor Emily Cohen at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science received a $750,000 NSF CAREER Award to study migrating birds as communities. This research aims to fill critical gaps in understanding animal migration by considering migratory animals as networks of ecological interactions.
A team from UNIGE demonstrates that cells can self-organize to generate forces that model the shapes of our tissues. Topological defects create cellular tornadoes that concentrate forces and shape tissues similar to those observed in embryo development.
A University of Ottawa review provides the first field-wide summary of how pesticide exposure affects social bee gut microbiotas. The study found that pesticides disturb microbial communities, leading to a loss of benefits and potential decline in bee health and performance.
A PSU study reveals that parents' STEM backgrounds significantly impact their children's likelihood of majoring and persisting in STEM fields. Researchers identify STEM-specific cultural capital as a key factor, highlighting the importance of parental involvement in fostering STEM values and habits.
A group of deaf and hard-of-hearing scientists argue that providing basic standards of support can increase diversity in fields of science and medicine. The authors propose five pillars to promote inclusion, including peer mentorship, captioning at conferences, and opportunities for leadership roles.
Patricia Miguez, a tenure-track Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, has won the AADR Procter & Gamble Underrepresented Faculty Research Fellowship. The fellowship supports her research on the extracellular matrix and its modifications in health and disease, with a focus on craniofacial region.
A recent study found that dragonflies from the Yaeyama and Taiwan islands, despite being geographically close, have higher genetic diversity than expected due to island fragmentation. This discovery suggests that historical dispersal events may have influenced genetic exchange between islands.
George Slota, a computer scientist at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, has been granted a $490,000 grant to develop approaches for mapping complex petascale data to exascale hardware. His work aims to create scalable open-source software and frameworks to enable the broader scientific community to easily address these challenges.
A Yale University study reveals that conversion among swing voters was the primary factor behind Donald Trump's electoral success in 2016. The researchers found that voters switching from Democrat to Republican more consistently explained the GOP's gains than did increases in voter turnout.
The Acceleration Consortium is using AI and robotics to design and discover new materials with superior performance characteristics. The collaboration aims to accelerate the development of materials for renewable energy, consumer electronics, drugs, and other applications.
Fish can have scaled, armoured or naked skin; researchers found that only naked fish can develop a bony armour. The protective state of their skin influenced their choice of open water or sea floor habitats.
Distinguished Professor Sang Il Seok was recognized for his record-breaking efficiency of next-generation perovskite solar cells. Professor Jong-Beom Baek was elected a 2021 Fellow of KAST in engineering field for successfully achieving mass production of graphene.
A Yale-led study found that at least 4% of registered voters in Wisconsin were incorrectly identified as having changed addresses, potentially disenfranchising them. Minority voters were twice as likely to cast ballots using their original address after being flagged as movers.
Researchers found similar properties between deep neural networks and primate visual cortices, providing insights into attention mechanisms. The study may accelerate AI development by understanding the neural basis of attention.
A study found that Canadian adults who consumed an average of two to three fiber sources daily had lower rates of PTSD. Fiber's communication network between the gut and brain via short chain fatty acids may have a mental health-related protective effect.
Researchers used machine learning to design novel reticular frameworks for CO2 separation, outperforming existing materials. The automated platform generates optimal material designs, significantly reducing development time and resources.
A new study proposes exposing students to community-based participatory methods, establishing action research groups for faculty, and broadening the definition of research impact to improve tenure promotion experiences for minority faculty. The goal is to combat systemic racism and increase diversity in environmental engineering programs.
A new study sheds light on human responses to climate change in ancient Turkey, revealing local evidence of resilience and flourishing societies despite changes in the region. The research provides a significant new dataset that helps address questions about societal responses to proposed climate change.
Researchers at Tokyo University of Science create a novel approach to reducing chromium toxicity in wastewater through the chemical reaction of reduction, employing photocatalysts like titanium oxide and copper complexes. The method has high efficiency and is reusable, providing a promising technology for environmental regulation.
A study published in Circulation journal reveals that a specific population of cardiac fibroblasts, called Reparative Cardiac Fibroblasts (RCF), play a crucial role in repairing damaged heart tissue after a myocardial infarction. The RCF cells produce a protein called CTHRC1, which is essential for the healing process.
A study by Tokyo University of Science researchers found that self-esteem increases with age in Japan, peaking in the 50s and 60s, unlike previous research in Europe and the US. The findings suggest that cultural factors such as the seniority system and respect for the aged may contribute to this difference.
Scientists from Tokyo University of Science have discovered a natural food pigment Monascus purpureus that can distinguish between living and dead cells. The pigment is robust against chemotherapy drugs and does not damage living cells, making it a promising tool for screening cell viability in various types of cancer research.
Researchers at Tokyo University of Science have identified a polyphenolic compound called pterostilbene with strong immunosuppressive properties, making it a promising anti-inflammatory agent for treating inflammatory bowel disease and other disorders. The study found that the compound prevents T cells from differentiating into pro-inf...
Researchers at the University of Hong Kong used Laser-Stimulated Fluorescence to reveal the fingernail-like 'soft beak' of Confuciusornis, a feature found in every bird. The study suggests that early beaked birds were suited to eating soft foods and offers new insights into ancient bird evolution.
Recalling memories from an observer-like perspective activates different brain regions than recalling through one's own eyes. This new research suggests that adopting this viewpoint may aid in therapeutic treatments by reducing the intensity of emotions associated with troubling memories.
A study by Yale University found that US voters are willing to forgive undemocratic behavior to achieve their partisan ends and policy goals. Only 3.5% of voters would cast ballots against their preferred candidates as punishment for undemocratic behavior.
A researcher at Northern Arizona University is developing small, inexpensive drones that can observe, understand and adapt to changing environments on their own. The goal is to enable these drones to perform complex missions, such as surveying in disaster areas and coordinating with other autonomous vehicles.
Scientists at DGIST propose novel host structure called 'platelet ordered mesoporous silica' to trap lithium polysulfides and improve battery stability. The silica structure retains more sulfur, resulting in greater capacity retention and stability over 2000 cycles.
The ESPRESSO spectrograph has confirmed the existence of Proxima b, a planet the size of Earth orbiting Proxima Centauri in just 11.2 days. The discovery reveals that Proxima b is located in its star's habitable zone and could potentially harbor life.
Researchers from IOCB Prague synthesized regular 2D assemblies of isotopically labelled molecular switches, measuring their isomerization properties. The team found that formation of the assembly does not compromise the photochemical switching properties of the embedded molecules.
A new study found that zebra finches' material preference for their first nest is shaped by their juvenile experience of the material, but only in the presence of an adult. Birds who had access to an adult or material during adolescence built their nests faster and preferred materials accordingly.
A NUS study analyzed over 31,500 photographs from 185 countries to find a positive correlation between nature experiences and life satisfaction globally. The research team discovered that images of fun activities and vacations are more likely to contain elements of nature.
Professor Gregory Ditzler is developing mathematical models and algorithms to recognize patterns and identify relevant features in machine learning. His research aims to prevent security threats in autonomous vehicles and other applications.
Sufei Shi's lab at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has been working on fabricating high-quality transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) to study their properties and potential applications. The researchers have found an exciting particle called an exciton, which holds a lot of energy that can survive at room temperature.
Researchers at the University of Malaga created a low-cost T-shirt that generates electricity from temperature differences between the human body and surroundings. The 'e-textile' prototype uses biodegradable materials such as tomato skin and carbon nanoparticles to produce electrical power.
A new study reveals that ancient legged snakes had a cheekbone nearly 100 million years ago, contradicting previous assumptions about their body shape and evolutionary history. The research provides critical insight into the evolution of modern snake skulls using advanced micro-computed tomography scanning.