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Researchers from UNC School of Medicine, MAHEC, and community partners will address racial disparities in maternal care by improving data accountability and providing community-based doula support. The study aims to decrease pregnancy complications for Black women and improve outcomes in maternal care.
A new study analyzed Italian firms' Twitter conversations during the pandemic, revealing a focus on environmental sustainability and digital transformation. The research highlights the importance of corporate social responsibility and stakeholder engagement on these themes.
Researchers at KAIST have developed a brain-inspired highly scalable neuromorphic hardware by co-integrating single transistor neurons and synapses. This innovation dramatically reduces hardware cost and accelerates the commercialization of neuromorphic hardware, enabling its application in mobile and IoT devices.
Researchers discovered that almost half of patients who received personalized information about community resources shared them with at least one other person. Individuals in poorer health were more likely to report sharing the information, and those who visited or used a resource on their list were also more likely to share it.
Researchers from NUST MISIS and international partners create a radar-absorbing polymer composite with excellent magnetic and microwave properties. The composite can absorb 99.9% of incoming electromagnetic radiation, making it suitable for EMI shielding applications in industries such as 5G networks and radar absorbing coatings.
Scientists have discovered how neurotransmitters and proteins interact to trigger neuronal responses in the brain, with implications for understanding mood disorders and addictions. The study reveals small changes in protein connections control cellular responses, enabling precise regulation of neurotransmitter effects.
The American Dental Association (ADA) created a centralized hub to disseminate COVID-19 evidence, policy, and guidance to dental professionals. The initial guidance focused on urgent and emergency care, with subsequent tools developed to address patient screening, operatory disinfection, and return-to-work protocols.
Sylvia Frazier-Bowers, an Associate Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry, has been awarded the AADR National Student Research Group Mentor Award. She is recognized for her efforts to bridge the gap between clinical profession and scientific advances in dentofacial variation research.
A study of 344 volunteers reveals that remotely supervised exercise classes were more effective than in-person sessions or unsupervised online sessions in improving physical and mental health. The researchers attribute this to the increased intensity of exercises under remote supervision, which led to better outcomes for participants.
Researchers discovered that cannabidiol accelerates oral ulcer healing by inactivating the CMPK2-mediated NLRP3 inflammasome. This mechanism may lead to the development of new treatments for oral ulcers.
A prediction model forecasts a significant increase in disability-adjusted life years attributed to oral diseases in emerging countries by 2025. Females and older adults are expected to have the highest burden of oral diseases globally.
The International Association for Dental Research (IADR) has announced the 2021 recipients of the IADR Innovation in Oral Care Awards. The awards recognize innovative oral care technologies that will impact public health and quality of life. This year's winners, funded by GlaxoSmithKline, will receive $50,000 USD each.
Nisha D'Silva, a University of Michigan professor, is recognized for her exemplary mentoring skills, having mentored over 60 students and post-doctoral fellows in oral pathology and cancer biology.
Christopher Murray, a renowned physician and health economist, has been recognized for his significant contributions to global oral health. His work on the Global Burden of Disease project has led to improved understanding of the impact of dental diseases on disability-adjusted life-years worldwide.
A new saliva collection method involves self-collection by licensed dentists followed by mailing to a laboratory, demonstrating feasibility for large-scale analysis. This approach offers a cost-effective alternative for COVID-19 diagnostics, preserving saliva samples for up to 7-10 days at room temperature with stabilizers.
Rosa, an Associate Professor at NUS Faculty of Dentistry, received the award for his work on atom-thin materials for biomedical applications and dental pulp regeneration. He will serve a two-year term on the IADR Board of Directors.
A randomized clinical trial found that semi-annual application of 5% sodium fluoride varnish significantly reduces approximal caries development in primary teeth compared to 38% silver diamine fluoride and placebo controls. The study evaluated 4-6 year-old children with at least one sound approximal surface.
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.
The American Association for Dental Research recognized Ning Yu, a researcher at The Forsyth Institute, for her contributions to periodontal research. Yu received the $10,000 USD fellowship to support women researchers in early stages of their careers and promote diversity in the field of oral biology.
Hazem Abbas, a Ph.D. student at Tohoku University, Japan, received the IADR Lion Dental Research Award for his research on social determinants of health and their relation to oral health outcomes. The award aims to support improvements in oral health sciences through innovative research.
Kiyoshi Koyano, a renowned prosthodontist, has received the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award for his outstanding research contributions to the field of prosthodontics and implants. He is recognized as a prominent scientist in Japan, with numerous international positions and publications on clinical practice and prosthodontics.
Lois Cohen, a renowned researcher, has been awarded the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award in Global Oral Health Research. Her extensive career has spanned over 55 years and focused on linking behavioral and social sciences to public health issues.
The American Association for Dental Research (AADR) has announced the winners of its 2021 411 Rapid Research Competition. In the Basic Science category, Juhi Uttamani from the University of Illinois at Chicago won first place with her research on miRNAs in periodontal inflammation, while Mary Younan from the University of Texas took se...
Navdeep Kaur Brar has been awarded the IADR John A. Gray Fellowship to support her research on antibiotics and microbiome impact. The $10,000 fellowship aims to provide training and experience in dental or related research.
Rachel Volberg, a UMass Amherst professor, has received the National Council on Problem Gambling's Lifetime Research Award for her 35-year contributions to problem gambling research. Her studies on Massachusetts casinos' social and economic impacts are considered groundbreaking.
Eric Everett, a renowned researcher, has received the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award in Biological Mineralization Basic Research. His work focuses on craniofacial and mineralized tissue genetics, gene-environment interactions, and animal models for dental and oral disorders.
Ting Zou, a postdoctoral fellow at The University of Hong Kong, has been awarded the IADR Toshio Nakao Fellowship for her research on multifunctional hydrogels and tissue regeneration.
A study of 19,862 Japanese participants aged 65+ used machine learning to analyze oral and general health. The analysis found robust associations between self-rated oral and general health, with oral health predicting general health more accurately than vice versa.
May Wong, Professor of Dental Public Health at the University of Hong Kong, was awarded the IADR Distinguished Scientist H. Trendly Dean Memorial Award for her significant contributions to dental research. Her work focuses on biostatistics, oral epidemiology, and clinical trials.
Fionnuala Lundy, an Associate Professor at Queen's University Belfast, has received the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award for her groundbreaking research on naturally-occurring antimicrobial peptides. Her work focuses on oral/dental stem cells, pulp regeneration and various oral diseases.
Daniel McNeil, a renowned psychologist at West Virginia University, has been recognized with the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award in Behavioral Epidemiologic and Health Services Research. His work focuses on psychosocial factors, pain, dental fear, anxiety, and phobia, making significant contributions to our understanding of health.
The International Association for Dental Research awarded Adetomiwa Adedire a $2,500 fellowship to explore the effect of Massularia Acumiinata on volatile sulphur compound concentrations and tongue pH. The award supports dental research in health and well-being worldwide.
The IADR/AADR presented awards to researchers in three categories: Biological Research, Biomaterials & Bioengineering Research, and Clinical Research. The winners were recognized for their contributions to advancing dental health and well-being worldwide.
Edward Chin Man Lo is the recipient of the 2021 IADR E.W. Borrow Memorial Award for his groundbreaking research on oral health prevention and caries prevention, with a focus on innovative approaches to fluoride utilization.
Bruno Loos, Academic Center for Dentistry Amsterdam, has received the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award for his outstanding research in periodontal disease. He is recognized for his contributions to the understanding of oral health and systemic health relationships.
Sarah Knox is recognized for her outstanding contributions to salivary research, with a focus on parasympathetic innervation and tubulogenesis in developing salivary glands. Her work has elucidated mechanisms of salivary gland development and regeneration relevant to tissue repair in autoimmune disease and cancer.
Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro has been recognized by the American Association for Dental Research (AADR) with its Honorary Membership. She is being honored for her strong advocacy of biomedical research, including efforts to increase funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Caroline Shiboski, a renowned oral medicine expert, has been awarded the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award for her groundbreaking research on immune dysfunction and its effects on oral health. Her work has led to significant advances in understanding and treating conditions like Sjögren's Syndrome and HIV-related oral diseases.
Dennis Sourvanos, a University of Pennsylvania graduate resident, received the AADR William B. Clark Fellowship for his work on novel biotherapies in hard and soft tissue regeneration. The fellowship supports clinical research in periodontology and aims to enhance evidence-based oral healthcare.
Ingegerd Johansson, a senior professor at Umeå University Medical School, was awarded the William H. Bowen Research in Dental Caries Award for her pioneering work on nutrition and dental caries. She has published over 300 scientific papers and mentored numerous students.
Jeffrey Ebersole, Sharon Grayden, and Stephen Bayne received the 2021 AADR Presidential Citation for their significant contributions to the Association. The citation honors individuals who have made lasting impacts on dental research and advancing the mission of the AADR.
Martin Thornhill, a renowned professor at the University of Sheffield, has received the 2021 IADR Distinguished Scientist Award in Pharmacology/Therapeutics/Toxicology Research. He is recognized for his sustained contributions to dental and medical research, covering topics such as oral mucosa conditions.
Alvaro Della Bona, University of Passo Fundo Professor, received the 2021 Wilmer Souder Award for his contributions to dental biomaterials research. He is recognized internationally for his publications and invited presentations on the topic.
Researchers identified cell diversity in embryonic salivary glands through single-cell transcriptome analyses, revealing early establishment of transcriptional identities. The study provides comprehensive descriptions of molecular signatures defining specific cellular landmarks.
Eija Kononen is a Professor and Chair of Periodontology at the University of Turku, Finland, known for her pioneering work on oral microbiology and its role in immune response. Her novel salivary diagnostic method, the Cumulative Risk Score, has been used in several studies to diagnose periodontal status.
Researchers at Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg created a new material by combining barium titanate, strontium titanate, and calcium titanate in a lattice. The resulting ferroelectric-paraelectric superlattice significantly enhances the photovoltaic effect, producing up to 1,000 times more power than pure barium titanate.
Researchers developed a θ-SIR model to simulate the impact of SARS-CoV-2 strains and vaccines on COVID-19 propagation. The model estimates that insufficient vaccination rates can lead to new waves, even with effective reproduction numbers below 1.
Andrea Gilmore-Bykovskyi, a UW Professor and researcher, wins Terrie Fox Wetle Rising Star Award for her work on social and behavioral communication patterns among individuals with moderate to advanced dementia. Her research aims to improve care and outcomes for persons living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Researchers found that subjective decisions play a critical role in shaping empirical results, emphasizing the need for open data, systematic robustness checks, and transparency in academic research. This study highlights the benefits of diverse analytical approaches and the importance of humility when communicating findings.
An interdisciplinary research team at TUM has developed nano-capsules tailored from genetic material using the DNA origami method to engulf and neutralize viruses. The strategy has been tested against hepatitis and adeno-associated viruses in cell cultures and may prove successful against corona viruses.
Xatkit offers pre-trained bots that can learn from product developments and provide tasks such as recommending products or notifying shops. The technology allows for complex conversations and process management, optimizing customer service costs.
Researchers found that resilience fluctuates over time, with emotional exhaustion increasing and commitment decreasing. Factors like experience within the organization and emotional stability influence these effects.
Researchers aim to understand jets' composition and launch mechanisms by combining theory, observation, and modelling. The goal is to develop a concordance model of jets, overcoming historical divisions between scientific approaches.
Researchers at TUM used organoids to investigate mechanical influences on organ growth, finding that collective cell movements deform collagen matrix, controlling further growth. This discovery provides a new model for simulating and investigating organ development.
Researchers from Tohoku University discovered that preventing oxygen release in lithium-ion batteries can prevent thermal runaway, a critical issue in high-energy-density batteries. The study found that stabilizing transition metals reduces oxygen release, leading to safer battery performance.
Astronomers have discovered a rare binary star system, HD265435, which is spiralling towards a Type Ia supernova. The white dwarf companion will go supernova in around 70 million years, providing valuable insights into the expansion of the universe.
Researchers have produced detailed molecular blueprints of the bacterial enzyme Lit, which may enable bacteria to evade the immune response and contribute to antibiotic resistance. The study's findings could lead to the development of new antibiotics targeting this enzyme.
Researchers at Kobe University have identified a causal gene, Necdin (NDN), associated with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disorders. The study reveals that the NDN gene regulates synapse development during critical developmental stages.
A University of Central Florida study found that smaller loggerhead and green sea turtles are nesting on Florida beaches than in the past. The researchers measured nearly 10,000 nesting female loggerheads and over 3,000 nesting female green turtles and discovered a decline in average size over the past 37 years.
The new Quantum C100 detector enables radical simplification of microscope design, making cryoEM widely available and accessible. This will benefit society by increasing the democratization of cryoEM technology.