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A study by researchers found that a small group of countries control most of the world's freshwater trade, while regions like Africa are left out. The virtual water network has almost doubled in size since the 1980s, driven by globalization and economic factors.
Recent studies have increased interest in salivary biomarkers for diagnostics, but challenges persist in collection, storage, and quantitation of biomarkers. Researchers will discuss standardization procedures and address issues with proteomic methods.
Research on dental therapy workforce development aims to improve oral health care delivery through non-traditional settings. The symposium presents findings on the role of dental therapists in community care, highlighting their potential impact on oral health outcomes.
Dr. Richard H. Carmona receives AADR's Honorary Membership for his dedication to promoting oral health as U.S. Surgeon General and beyond. The American Association for Dental Research recognizes Dr. Carmona's significant contributions to dental research.
The Allen Institute for Brain Science will double its staff to launch three new initiatives tackling fundamental brain questions: information encoding, cellular building blocks, and circuit development. New funding enables expansion and acceleration of global neuroscience research.
The American Association for Dental Research awarded Page Linae Collymore a $4,000 student fellowship to encourage research on Sjögren's Syndrome. She is a student at Southern Illinois University and will be recognized at the AADR's 41st Annual Meeting in March 2012.
The AADR William B. Clark Fellowship will support Dr. Palomo's research on bisphosphonates and their effect on the periodontium in postmenopausal women. The award aims to advance knowledge for the improvement of oral health through clinical research.
The American Association for Dental Research (AADR) has renamed its award to honor Dr. Irwin D. Mandel's contributions to dental research and mentorship. The newly named Irwin D. Mandel Distinguished Mentoring Award recognizes outstanding efforts to foster and promote research training and career development.
Dr. Ronald Dubner, a professor at University of Maryland, Baltimore, received the 2012 AADR Distinguished Scientist Award for his groundbreaking work on neurobiological mechanisms of orofacial acute and chronic pain. His research has been recognized for translating findings to improve healthcare.
Isabel Garcia, NIDCR deputy director, receives the 2012 AADR Jack Hein Public Service Award for promoting oral health research interests. Dr. Garcia's work benefits both dental and craniofacial researchers and the general public.
Researchers found that frequent ballet and Indian dance spectators exhibited enhanced neural motor responses when watching their respective styles. This suggests that spectators can simulate dance movements without requiring prior motor expertise, highlighting the brain's ability to mirror actions.
Bigham's proposal, Closed-Loop Crowd Support of People with Disabilities, aims to leverage the crowd to provide real-time feedback and support to individuals with visual impairments or other disabilities. The NSF CAREER Award will support his research over the next five years.
American signal crayfish are gaining the upper hand in Britain's waterways, threatening native white-clawed crayfish populations. The invasive species' greater appetite for food and reduced susceptibility to parasites have significant implications for biodiversity.
Scientists at A*STAR's Singapore Immunology Network have made significant strides in understanding Chikungunya fever, a mosquito-borne disease that can cause severe joint pains. Researchers discovered a direct biomarker, IgG3 antibodies, to identify patients at risk of the more severe form of the disease.
A genome-wide study identified 190 genes critical for the function of TLR7 and TLR9, cellular sensors that recognize pathogens and trigger immune responses. The findings provide insights into the complex network regulating immune responses to microbial infections.
The EPSRC has awarded £18 million to three ICT projects at UCL Engineering, focusing on optical communication technologies, wireless technology, and adaptive software engineering. The projects aim to develop new generation of optical fibers, unlock more bandwidth, and improve software development efficiency.
Researchers at UBC-TRIUMF have successfully manipulated anti-hydrogen atoms using microwaves, providing the world's first glimpse of an 'anti-atomic fingerprint.' This achievement marks a significant milestone in the study of antimatter and brings scientists closer to understanding its intrinsic properties.
Professor Stephen Smartt will lead a €2.3 million research project to discover how the first chemical elements were created in the Universe. The goal is to find the first ever supernovae, or exploding stars, in the Universe and understand their role in creating these elements.
The team discovered the most distant cluster of red galaxies, 30 galaxies packed together, 10.5 billion light years away, and formed the earliest known 'galaxy city' in the universe. The findings revealed a conspicuous concentration of galaxies that existed three billion years ago, providing insights into galaxy evolution and assembly.
Dr. Kari Alitalo receives the award for his outstanding contributions to lymphatic science and advancement of VEGF-C lymph node transplant research, which shows promise in treating lymphedema and improving lymphatic function.
A RAND Corporation study outlines a checklist to improve the methods behind health care performance reporting, aiming to minimize misclassifications and avoid adverse consequences. The goal is to create accurate and useful reports that help patients choose better-quality providers.
A University of Tennessee research finds that designing subsidy programs promising environmental benefits is challenging, with most schemes over-compensating farmers and failing to meet promised bird species increases. Allowing payment rates to vary depending on farm location can greatly improve conservation prospects.
Neuroscientists at UC Berkeley and Portugal's Champalimaud Center have demonstrated that the brain can be trained to perform tasks it normally doesn't, using plasticity to master purely mental tasks. This breakthrough advances work on brain-machine interfaces, potentially leading to prosthetic devices that feel like natural movement.
Scientists have discovered a way to increase motor neurone production in adult zebrafish using a drug that inhibits the notch-signalling pathway. This breakthrough could potentially help research find ways to turn progenitor cells into motor neurons following damage caused by these diseases.
Researchers at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland have challenged the long-held concept of surface tension on solid materials. They found that excess surface tension on a solid material does not exist and is incompatible with thermodynamic theory.
A Scripps Florida team has been awarded nearly $1.5 million to identify and develop novel potent inhibitors of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The research targets the capsid protein, a critical component of HIV, with the goal of creating new treatments for HIV-infected patients.
A team of experts at Florida State University is working on a new project to better understand and diagnose dyslexia and other learning disabilities. The research aims to identify the complex interactions among genes and environments that contribute to dyslexia, with the goal of providing early intervention and prevention programs.
Researchers found that certain plants like thistles, clover, and buttercups are crucial in maintaining fragile food webs on UK farms. Restoring these plants could theoretically increase biodiversity across the farm.
Researchers have discovered an extremely old anthropomorphic figure engraved in rock in Brazil, dating back to between 9,000 and 12,000 years ago. The find supports the hypothesis that humans settled the New World relatively early and suggests a diverse range of symbolic thinking among early American settlers.
Researchers have identified a family of proteins called piezo proteins that detect painful touch. The discovery provides evidence for the mechanotransduction pathway and potential new treatments for diseases related to sensory nerve dysfunction.
The International Polar Year created a new model for northern research, where communities define research questions and use traditional knowledge. Community members, including elders and youth, are now taking up the mantle to sustain research efforts.
Research by Judith Myers introduces a beetle to North America to feast on invasive knapweed, causing a significant decline in the plant's presence. The program shows $17 in economic benefit for every dollar spent, making it a win for the economy and ecology.
A new study published in Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences estimates the economic impact of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill on commercial and recreational fisheries and mariculture in the Gulf of Mexico. The study predicts losses of $US8.7 billion over 7 years, affecting around 22,000 jobs.
The Picasso software uses a three-level algorithm to match user-chosen pictures with corresponding soundtracks from movie scenes. This enables users to select music that harmonizes with their impressions without extra effort. The system takes into account individual preferences and is expandable for automatic sound recording.
A UGA study found that worker perceptions of safety and effective management can decrease on-the-job injuries by 32% and 38%, respectively. The study highlights the impact of work-life balance on performance and productivity, increasing injury risk by 37%.
Researchers found that abduction strained the ACL more than anterior translation and internal rotation increased load equally with anterior translation. The combination of all three factors resulted in an additive effect, increasing average ACL strain significantly.
A University of Alberta researcher is investigating the potential link between long-term exposure to disinfected water and an increased risk of bladder cancer. She will develop new tools to detect toxic DBPs in drinking water, with the goal of eliminating their formation.
A £7 million research initiative aims to improve fruit and vegetable production in the UK through sustainable farming practices. The project will focus on adapting crops to a changing climate, reducing waste, and increasing yields while maintaining environmental sustainability.
Researchers have identified key factors that influence professionals' decisions to spot financial exploitation of elderly people, including the older person's mental capacity and nature of the financial problem. The study aims to improve recognition and prevention of financial abuse through better decision-making among professionals.
Scientists from the University of Cambridge have developed a new type of solar cell that can harness more of the energy from the sun. The hybrid cell absorbs red light and uses blue light to boost electrical current, enabling it to capture 44% of incoming solar energy.
A large study found that mild cognitive impairment is consistently associated with higher disability and neuropsychiatric symptoms, particularly anxiety, apathy, and irritability. The prevalence of mild cognitive impairment ranged from 0.8% to 4.3% in eight low- and middle-income countries.
Researchers found that rats given daily multivitamin and mineral supplements showed an 84% reduction in pre-cancerous lesions and did not develop tumors when exposed to carcinogens. The study suggests that regular supplement use could help protect against colon cancer, giving cancer patients valuable guidance.
A longitudinal qualitative study found that older adults work hard to maintain their health and independence, but struggle when they become dependent on others. Support and care must be responsive to the individual's needs and perspectives to enhance dignity.
Researchers at University of Southampton examine the future of UK high streets, exploring social, economic, and environmental impact, and assessing resilience through adaptation and evolution. The study aims to inform policy debate with forward-looking analysis.
A study published in Science Translational Medicine found that massage reduces inflammation and promotes the growth of new mitochondria in skeletal muscle after intense exercise. The research provides evidence that massage could be a valuable treatment option for individuals with chronic inflammatory diseases or musculoskeletal injuries.
The winning team, Real-time Care Experience Feedback Using QR Codes, developed an application to track patients' care experiences in real time. The project aims to provide access to evidence-based information and support meaningful engagement and decision-making for patients and clinicians.
Researchers at University of Oxford and Harvard Stem Cell Institute have developed a common standard to describe and integrate large datasets from various fields, enabling better coordination of findings. The ISA Commons platform allows small research groups to store laboratory data without dedicated bioinformatics support.
Researchers from the University of Manchester have discovered that commercially available graphite crystals contain micron-sized clusters of predominantly iron, which explain their weak signs of magnetism. This finding could be a breakthrough for utilising graphite as a bio-compatible magnet for medicine and biology.
A California occupational safety program can help prevent workplace injuries, but only if it is adequately enforced. The study found that businesses cited for noncompliance with the program's specific safety mandates saw a 20% decline in injury rates.
A team from the University of Sheffield has developed a cheap way to produce microbubbles that can float algae particles to the surface of water, making it easier and cheaper for companies to harvest and process the oil for biofuel. This breakthrough could be a significant step towards more efficient and sustainable biofuel production.
Researchers have created the largest-scale map of dark matter, showcasing a intricate cosmic web that covers over one billion light years. By analyzing images of 10 million galaxies, they were able to detect the distortion caused by dark matter and gain insight into its distribution.
Research reveals that a poor maternal diet can affect fat storage in later life, increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and other age-related diseases. The team identified a molecule called miR-483-3p as the key player in this process, which suppresses a protein called GDF3.
A study by the University of Leeds found that older adults tend to stay in the middle lane while driving, an adaptive strategy that helps them stay safe. This tendency is linked to their reduced motor skills due to aging.
Fourteen teams from the UK, Canada, Netherlands, and US have been awarded over £3 million to develop innovative humanities and social science research using large-scale data analysis. The projects focus on applying computational techniques to understand population databases, digitised newspapers, and medieval charters.
A complex genomic rearrangement causes a massive expansion of pigment cells in chickens, resulting in black skin and organs. Genetic studies in domestic animals have shed light on the process of evolution, with genomic rearrangements playing a significant role.
Researchers discover subtle electronic effect in magnetite that causes a dramatic change to its electrical conductivity at very low temperatures. This discovery gives new insight into the mineral's structure and behavior, potentially enabling the exploitation of magnetite and similar materials in new ways.
Researchers have discovered that robins' red breast varies in size and coloration over ages and sexes, suggesting it may be used to communicate features of the owner to other robins.
The RAND Corporation's new online guide helps hospitals and health care organizations anticipate and address problems when adopting electronic health records. Experts have compiled known-best practices for mitigating unintended consequences of EHR adoption.
Researchers find that internal group dynamics can lead to biased and misleading scientific findings, affecting the quality of published research. They advocate for improved collaboration practices, including clear goals and roles, to address this issue.
Researchers found that protein renewal rates vary between proteins according to their role and location within cells. This knowledge could help breed crops incorporating proteins that respond quickly to changing conditions.