Researchers examined how transformational and transactional leadership predicted unit potency, cohesion, and performance. They found that both styles led to improved performance in simulated combat training exercises.
The NHLBI has launched a major initiative to boost research on protein technologies, awarding $157 million over 7 years to 10 new proteomics centers. The centers will focus on novel technologies related to healthy and diseased heart, lung, blood, and sleep processes.
Researchers at Penn State have developed a new coating technology using electron beam physical vapor deposition (EB-PVD) that can produce high-purity rhenium components with tailored microstructure and chemistry. The process is faster, cheaper, and more precise than existing methods, with estimated cost savings of at least 50%.
Origami is being used to develop new techniques for solving complex mathematical and computer science problems. Researchers like Robert J. Lang, Jeremy Shafer, and Eric Demaine are applying origami principles to create innovative solutions for real-world challenges.
Researchers used Longitudinal Data Analysis (LCA) to identify subgroups of adolescents with common patterns of symptoms, improving the accuracy of DSM-IV AUD diagnoses. The study found a one-year decrease in severity of alcohol-related problems after substance-abuse treatment.
A new study by the University of Georgia suggests that older adults often struggle with using ATMs due to lack of training and design flaws. The researchers propose several suggestions for banks to improve ATM usability, including improved lighting, error correction mechanisms, and user-friendly interfaces.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a simple and inexpensive process to equalize charge in rechargeable batteries, doubling their life. The technique uses capacitors and transistorized switching networks to shift charge among adjacent cells, balancing overall battery performance.