Articles tagged with Educational Facilities
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The Argonne Leadership Computing Facility's Blue Gene/P computer uses about a third as much electricity as comparable machines, making it the second-most energy-efficient supercomputer worldwide. This efficiency saves taxpayers over $1 million annually and reduces the laboratory's environmental footprint.
A new partnership between nutritionists and chefs will provide Quebec daycares with healthier meal options. The three-year project aims to improve childcare centers' food preparation methods and introduce new approaches to healthy cuisine.
Almost a third of registered aged care nurses in Victoria are considering quitting their jobs due to emotional exhaustion. The study highlights the need for improved training, human resource management and grievance procedures to improve staff well-being and quality of care.
A new study reveals that Canada's supervised injection facility, Insite, saves the healthcare system millions of dollars while extending life-years by 920 over a decade. The facility's implementation reduces HIV and Hepatitis C cases, increases methadone treatment referrals, and decreases drug overdose rates.
Research on the centre of planets provides deeper insight into controlled thermonuclear fusion and improves models of Jupiter and Saturn. The study reveals that extreme matter behaves like a charged liquid at smaller distances but acts more like a gas over larger lengths.
Sandia scientists train Iraqi professionals to clean up radioactively contaminated sites and safely dispose of radioactive wastes. The program focuses on characterization, cleanup, dismantling nuclear facilities, waste management, and waste disposal at the Al Tuwaitha nuclear complex.
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 hospital-based smoking cessation program, along with cardiac rehabilitation referrals, increases quitting rates following a heart attack. Approximately 47% of patients who received these services quit smoking six months later.
The Lancet Alma-Ata Working Group emphasizes the need for strengthening primary health care infrastructure, removing user fees, and increasing community participation. To achieve 'Health for All' by 2000 and meet the Millennium Development Goals, these priorities must be addressed with substantial acceleration.
A study in Bangladesh found that treating children with severe pneumonia at local, first-level facilities instead of hospitals resulted in higher proportions being treated correctly. The modified guidelines allowed for local treatment with referral to hospital only for the most severe cases.
A new report reveals that recreation and park professionals are actively involved in health partnerships, with 88% of agencies involved in at least one partnership, and an average of four partnerships per agency. Successful partnerships depend on trust, collaboration and administrative support.
A recent study found that convenience to home or work is a major reason patients switch mammography providers, with 37% citing this as the primary factor. The study also revealed that patients value factors such as doctor referral and quality of care when choosing a mammography provider.
Researchers developed mathematical models to determine effective non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) for protecting vulnerable populations in nursing homes. The study found that conventional NPIs can curb mild outbreaks, but higher-level restrictions are needed for severe ones. Staff plays a critical role in controlling disease spr...
Researchers at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility have visualized air pathways in apples and pears, showing that these microscopically small structures play a crucial role in determining fruit health. The study reveals that pears are more susceptible to decay due to their smaller oxygen supply channels.
The University of Minnesota has been given approval to conduct research on plant pathogens that could damage crops or forests. The new facility will focus on studying pests like Asian Soybean Rust and Ug99 stem rust in wheat, which could have significant impacts on global food production.
A study found that certain mammography facility characteristics, such as breast imaging specialists and screening/diagnostic services, are associated with improved interpretive accuracy. The analysis of 44 facilities performed over 484,463 screenings revealed variations in cancer detection rates between locations.
Research suggests that extended driving at night can impair an individual's driving performance and increase the risk of accidents. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends getting between seven and eight hours of nightly sleep to ensure safe driving.
A recent study found a positive correlation between total energy intake and awakenings during sleep, as well as apnea-hypopnea index. Healthy adults who consume high amounts of calories before bedtime may experience increased sleep fragmentation, which can disrupt their overall health.
A new study found that prompt initiation of chemoprophylaxis within five days of detecting an influenza outbreak significantly reduces the duration and severity of outbreaks in long-term care facilities. This approach leads to fewer cases (6.2 vs. 10.5 per 100 residents) and deaths (0.45 vs. 3.3 per 100 ill residents).
A recent study has found that increased fat intake is associated with lower REM sleep, higher arousal and apnea-hypopnea indexes, and reduced sleep efficiency. Healthy adults who consume high amounts of fat before bed may experience negative effects on their sleep patterns.
The European Union's Emissions Trading System has operated well despite its hasty adoption, showing that economic effects are not large. The system allows for banking and borrowing of allowances, making it work more efficiently.
A study by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that critical care nurses experience fatigue, nausea, and irritability when deprived of sleep. The researchers recommend developing napping strategies that consider organizational, domestic, and individual demands to support nurse health and patient safety.
A study by Tracy L. Rupp found that extending nightly sleep duration improves alertness and performance during subsequent sleep restriction and facilitates faster recovery. The research suggests that individual differences in resilience to sleep loss are partly a function of modifiable long-term sleep habits.
A study published in the Journal of Policy Analysis and Management found that borrowers who complete homeownership education and counseling programs are more informed about when to refinance. The effectiveness of these programs varies by type, with intensive classroom-based instruction showing significant impacts on borrowing behavior.
Researchers at Michigan State University have developed a method to create specific rare isotopes for scientific research, opening doors to new technologies. This capability promises to advance fields like biomedicine, international security, and nuclear energy.
The University of Southern California will establish a five-story laboratory building with 53,000 assignable square feet to carry out stem cell research in three categories. The new facility will facilitate basic and clinical research, accelerating the pace of research toward clinical application and patient care.
The CSIRO Australia Telescope National Facility will use a high-speed link to collaborate with international researchers on e-VLBI experiments. The technique enables telescopes hundreds of kilometers apart to observe the same region of sky simultaneously, generating high-resolution images of cosmic objects.
A production laboratory founded by the Minnesota Partnership has transferred its first potential therapy, a medication for multiple sclerosis, to a processing plant in Minnesota. The antibody rHIgM22 was developed at Mayo Clinic and has been validated for clinical development.
A single subjective question can effectively screen for excessive daytime sleepiness, comparable to the Epworth Sleepiness Scale. The study involved 303 subjects and found significant associations between the single question and ESS scores, indicating it is a good measure of subjective sleepiness.
The collaboration aims to promote best practices in sterilization monitoring and provide objective educational resources to customers. Belimed will offer access to 3M's Attest Sterile U Network educational resources, while both companies advance higher standards of practice in sterile processing areas.
The APIC Research Foundation's first national C. difficile prevalence study aims to gain a better understanding of the spread of this virulent pathogen, which causes diarrhea and serious intestinal conditions. The study will provide the first national estimate of C. difficile infection in U.S. healthcare facilities.
Purdue researchers use a new hydrogen facility to study fundamental processes in hydrogen-oxygen engines, improving cooling efficiency and reducing costly overhauls. Accurate heat flux measurements enable more precise computational models, leading to better design performance and cost savings.
Scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory successfully created 3D crystalline structures of nanoparticles using DNA, opening doors for new applications. The method relies on the attractive forces between complementary DNA strands to guide nanoparticle interactions and produce ordered crystals.
The University of Southern California (USC) has been selected for a major funding round to establish a new institute for stem cell research. The grant, worth up to $262 million, will support the construction of a facility for basic and discovery stem cell research, as well as preclinical and clinical studies.
BepiColombo, a joint ESA-JAXA mission, will make the most comprehensive study of Mercury ever, revealing its composition, magnetosphere, and origin. The mission consists of two spacecraft: MPO and MMO, carrying instruments to study the planet's surface and internal structure.
A study highlights the need for improved patient information and counseling on nuclear medicine procedures, which can trigger radiation alarms in public places. Healthcare professionals, especially those in outpatient facilities, require formal training and standardization of instructions to ensure patient safety.
The Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center will feature advanced medical technology, including wireless access to reports and lab results, diagnostics, and robotics. The new center is designed to create a healing environment with thousands of new, state-of-the-art technologies.
Researchers from the University of Alberta have discovered that portions of Canada collided at least 500 million years earlier than thought. This finding has significant implications for our understanding of how North America's continental fragments assembled billions of years ago.
A research review of 136 countries found elevated leukaemia rates in children and young people near nuclear facilities, with rates increasing by 14-24% depending on proximity. The study suggests that the cause remains unclear, with environmental exposure and viral transmission being proposed hypotheses.
A study of Alabama nursing home residents found that over half were visually impaired but had no record of recent eye examinations. The high rates of visual impairment among nursing home residents may be attributed to various factors, including limited accessibility and a shortage of eye care professionals.
The Parkinson's Institute has received a $1 million grant from the Valley Foundation to support its STOP PD program, which aims to identify compounds to halt Parkinson's disease progression. The new facility will enable expanded research and patient services, offering improved care for those diagnosed with Parkinson's.
Astronomers have witnessed the death of a very massive star by observing two celestial explosions at exactly the same position in the sky. The most likely explanation for the 2004 explosion was a giant outburst of the star, which was later confirmed by the final death of the same star.
A new study by the University of Michigan School of Public Health suggests that chain-owned nursing homes face a dilemma between administrative and clinical standards. The research found that excessive emphasis on corporate standardization can hurt patient care, while a balance is needed to optimize resident outcomes. The study's autho...
A RAND study found that girls living near locked schools tended to be heavier and neighborhoods with locked schools were disproportionately poor and had larger minority populations. Public schools had more active amenities, including baseball fields and paved playing surfaces.
A study found that large, for-profit dialysis facilities administer higher doses of epoetin to treat anemia in patients with kidney disease compared to nonprofit facilities. Facility ownership and chain status have a strong impact on epoetin dosing practice patterns.
A lack of resources and political leadership are major contributors to the slow progress toward meeting the UN's sanitation target. Improving water quality is not enough without proper sanitation facilities, which can have a significant impact on household health and education.
A team of researchers led by Susan Cozzens is working to improve water supply and sanitation in developing countries. They aim to create new approaches to water supply and sanitation, focusing on storing, treating, and disinfecting water, as well as developing sanitation systems that minimize pathogen release.
The AAAS Board has released its first consensus statement on global climate change, confirming that human activities are causing the Earth's temperature to rise. The statement emphasizes the urgent need for action to address this growing threat to society, citing rapid melting of glaciers and sea level rises.
A multifaceted intervention increased adherence to clinical guidelines for preventing deep-vein blood clots among elderly patients. The study found that implementing evidence-based guidelines resulted in a significant decrease in the rate of DVT, with 91% fewer cases before and after guideline implementation.
The Enabling Grids for E-sciencE (EGEE) project maintains a global Grid infrastructure that sustains over 1 million jobs per month, with clusters of PCs executing calculations worldwide. The EGEE project involves 91 institutional partners and produces a production-quality Grid middleware distribution called gLite.
The Georgia Guidebook for Pedestrian Planning provides a vision, goals, and objectives for pedestrian planning in the state. The guidebook aims to enhance safety, create seamless integration of pedestrian facilities, and encourage a pedestrian-friendly environment.
Researchers can now observe water production and removal in fuel cells under various conditions, enabling better management of water quantities. The facility enhances the understanding of fuel cell performance, reliability, and durability.
Researchers develop diamond resonators and oscillators for next-generation telecommunication devices, enabling higher data communication rates. The UNCD material exhibits exceptional mechanical properties, allowing for reliable and affordable production of tuning fork devices.
Researchers observe dimensional reduction in Han purple pigment at low temperatures, which affects magnetic waves' behavior and could aid understanding of quantum computers. The discovery provides insights into the quantum mechanics of the universe, potentially explaining mysterious properties of other materials.
Researchers found increased expression of immune response genes, including CCL5, in the brain, which may contribute to neurodegenerative symptoms and cognitive dysfunction in HIV-infected individuals. The study provides insights into the chronic phase of NeuroAIDS, a significant health problem affecting quality of life.
The eRHIC facility will enable physicists to probe the matter contained within ions with high precision. Analyzing collisions between RHIC ions and eRHIC electrons can help answer fundamental questions in physics about quark-gluon interactions and nuclear spin.
A national survey of 954 adults found that 44.7% of African-Americans and 33.5% of whites reported low trust in healthcare providers. Understanding these differences can help physicians improve trust and medical care for diverse patient communities.
Researchers at HortResearch have completed public release of world's most extensive apple DNA sequences, unlocking secrets of taste, health and color. The release comprises over 50,000 apple gene sequences, enabling fruit breeders to create new varieties tailored to consumer tastes and industry demand.
The University of Vermont's Proctor Maple Research Center has opened a research building to study the impact of new maple syrup technologies on flavor and chemistry. The facility allows for simultaneous testing of up to four evaporators, providing objective data on the effects of air injectors and other equipment.
Researchers at NDRI examined the HCV-related services offered in a drug treatment program at a California correctional facility. They found that such programs present an opportunity to limit Hepatitis C spread, but are not widely available. The authors recommend low-cost and sustainable peer-to-peer educational programs as a solution.