Articles tagged with Scientific Conferences
A survey of older adults with heart conditions found that their sexual health impacts mood and well-being, but most healthcare professionals do not offer this information. Patients favor conversations with healthcare professionals about sexual health, including topics like medication side effects and anxiety before sex.
A new system combining high-speed video and an AI algorithm can detect high blood pressure and Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes from subtle changes in blood flow, potentially leading to early detection and treatment. The technology is still in its preliminary stages but holds promise for non-invasive monitoring of health at home.
A recent study presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024 found that heart attack survivors experience significant fear and anxiety about having another heart attack. The fear can be triggered by various factors, including new health information and lack of follow-up care. The study highlights the need for e...
The 12th Heidelberg Laureate Forum will bring together 200 talented young researchers from around the world to interact with renowned laureates of prestigious prizes. The event offers a unique opportunity for cross-generational scientific dialogue, networking, and collaboration.
Dr. Yael Goverover joins an elite group of professionals at Kessler Foundation who have earned the Fellow of ACRM designation for their nationally significant contributions to cognitive rehabilitation research for individuals with multiple sclerosis and acquired brain injury. Her work has led to innovative assessments and interventions...
Dr. Lauren Sansing receives the 2024 Basic Research Prize from the American Heart Association for her pioneering work on maximizing potential recovery after stroke and intracerebral hemorrhage. Her research aims to unlock opportunities for people with complex neurovascular diseases to recover their ability to function.
The webinar aims to connect, inspire, and advocate for LGBTQIA+ researchers in microbiology, providing a platform for sharing experiences and challenges. The event will also promote strategies for greater inclusion in research and academia.
Researchers developed a novel neural network model to reconstruct 3D digital images of relief-type cultural heritage objects from old photos. The model improves the accuracy of depth estimation and soft-edge detection, enhancing the preservation of cultural heritage.
Researchers will explore the role of exosomes in delivering regenerative compounds, while also investigating olfactory receptors' unexpected functions in skin health. The conference aims to slow or reverse skin aging through novel approaches to mitochondrial function and microbiota balance.
The Berlin Declaration aims to achieve carbon neutrality through basic research and international cooperation. The declaration highlights the importance of developing effective measures to reduce CO2 emissions in all sectors, including energy and industry.
A recent study in Chicago reveals a significant increase in sensitization to pollens and molds among patients with nasal allergies. The researchers found that tree pollen, weed pollen, grass pollen, and mold sensitizations all increased post-COVID compared to pre-COVID.
A new study shows that syphilis patients labeled as penicillin allergic but low risk can safely have their allergy label removed, avoiding treatment failure and negative health consequences. This delabeling helps to improve treatment outcomes and reduce healthcare utilization.
The Acoustical Society of America is hosting a virtual meeting from November 18-22, showcasing recent work on various topics including Alzheimer's disease detection and windfarms' impact on wildlife. Journalists can pre-register for press conferences and technical sessions.
The 77th annual meeting of the American Physical Society's Division of Fluid Dynamics will feature more than 3,200 presentations on various fluid dynamics topics. The conference will also include a visual arts competition and exhibition showcasing the science and beauty of fluid motion.
The conference will feature comprehensive coverage of various topics in cardiovascular medicine, including can't-miss sessions. ACC Middle East chapter teams will also compete in the ACC FIT Jeopardy competition.
The Endocrine Society's inaugural Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Virtual Summit will explore AI's potential to improve medical care, advance research, and leverage big data. Key sessions will discuss predictive analytics, machine learning algorithms, and natural language processing.
The SWOG S1712 trial found that adding ruxolitinib to standard tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) treatment significantly increased the percentage of patients with deep molecular responses, warranting treatment discontinuation. This combination may lead to improved health-related quality of life and reduced healthcare costs.
A program combining remote blood pressure monitoring with pharmacist interactions helped improve blood pressure control in up to 74% of adults with treatment-resistant high blood pressure within one year. The ConnectedCare365 Hypertension Management program also reduced hospitalizations and improved patient engagement.
ACS Fall 2024 will feature over 10,000 presentations on cutting-edge scientific topics. The event will include keynote events and presidential addresses of significant interest to attendees.
Rocio Uria-Martinez, an energy and environmental economist at ORNL, was recognized for her work on the U.S. Hydropower Market Report detailing industry trends. Her research analyzed climate change impacts, pumped storage hydropower operations, and cost allocation in multipurpose projects.
Adults who consume more pulses show better diet quality and lower added sugar levels. Greater pulse intake is also associated with favorable weight-related outcomes and a reduced risk of elevated blood pressure.
Women with obesity-related heart failure experienced greater weight loss and improved HF symptoms compared to men. Semaglutide improved HF-related symptoms, physical limitations, exercise function, reduced inflammation, and lower blood pressure across both sexes.
The ACS Fall 2024 meeting will feature cutting-edge scientific developments in agriculture, energy, health, and sustainability. Journalists can register for press credentials, while marketing professionals and others can register separately via the meeting page.
David Kepplinger and Anand Vidyashankar receive $20,993 from NSF for a joint conference on robust statistics and data science. The event will support 15-20 students and early-career researchers in July 2024 at George Mason University.
Researchers found that conferences generate significant carbon dioxide emissions, with delegates burning half their annual CO2 budget in a week. Practical solutions like multihubbing and reducing travel distances are proposed to mitigate these emissions.
George Mason University Assistant Professor Marcos Zampieri received $20,000 from the National Science Foundation to subsidize travel and conference expenses for students participating in the NAACL 2024 Student Research Workshop. The workshop aims to develop a skilled and diverse computational linguistics workforce.
This year's winners include Professor Neil Kelleher, Dr. Tamir Gonen, Professor Margaret Sunde, and more, recognized for their pioneering research in top-down proteomics, membrane proteins, amyloid studies, and human health applications.
Researchers estimate CO2-equivalent emissions for astronomy meetings in 2019, suggesting preferential virtual meetings and hybrid formats. This approach can reduce long-haul travel and make astronomy more inclusive for underrepresented groups.
A recent study found that air travel to professional conferences contributes substantially to academia's carbon emissions, with an estimated 42,500 tCO2e released in 2019. To mitigate this issue, researchers suggest prioritizing venue locations near most participants and exploring virtual meeting solutions.
The Phytopathology Research Forum successfully concluded its spring edition, showcasing cutting-edge developments in plant disease research and molecular breeding technology. Experts discussed the importance of adopting provenance security measures to ensure agricultural product integrity.
The American Society for Photobiology's Biennial Conference will take place in downtown Chicago from July 27-30, 2024. The event features over 100 scientific sessions and various networking opportunities.
The Global Ocean Artificial Light at Night Network aims to expand on previous research, providing a central resource for marine light pollution expertise. Light pollution poses significant ecological harm, including disruptions to daily rhythms and reproductive cycles of marine species.
The American Physical Society's 2024 April meeting will feature approximately 1,700 presentations on various physics topics. The scientific program includes a public lecture on detecting gravitational waves with LISA and a special symposium on big questions for the next decade.
Researchers found that people who limited their eating to less than 8 hours per day were more likely to die from cardiovascular disease compared to those who ate for 12-16 hours. This contradicts previous research suggesting short-term benefits of time-restricted eating.
Wunmi Sadik, NJIT's Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, receives the Wallace H. Coulter Lectureship for her lifetime commitment to education, practice, and research in laboratory science. She is recognized for her scientific breakthroughs in nanomaterials, green chemistry, and sustainability.
Researchers from 16 countries will discuss sustainable urban and rural development, renewable energy, and climate-smart technologies at the symposium. The event aims to build a global network of food-energy-water (FEW)-converged research for net-zero transition.
The American Physical Society has launched a new press program for its March Meeting conference, featuring over 900 sessions and 11,000 individual presentations across various areas of the physical sciences. The program includes special events such as Lunch With a Scientist, Press Happy Hour, and Squishy Science Sunday.
The Biophysical Society has selected 36 winners of its annual Student Research Achievement Awards for their outstanding presentations during the poster competition. The winners are recognized for their research in various fields, including bioenergetics, biophysics, and biomedical engineering.
The Biophysical Society recognized 10 students for their exceptional poster presentations during the annual Undergraduate Poster Award Competition. The winners are from top universities across the US and explored various biophysics topics.
The Heidelberg Laureate Forum Foundation offers limited international journalist travel grants to report on the event. Journalists can apply until April 28, 2024, and will cover travel and visa costs, as well as room and board during their stay in Heidelberg.
The American Geophysical Union (AGU) has announced the Ocean Sciences Meeting 2024, featuring panel discussions on climate interventions and ocean-based carbon dioxide removal. Researchers will also explore using shipwrecks to study changing coastlines and oceans.
The Redox Medicine Society will host its 26th International Conference on Redox Medicine in Paris, featuring keynotes, sessions, and round-table discussions on advancements and applications in clinical settings. The conference aims to facilitate innovation and excellence in the field of redox medicine.
Researchers found that injecting a substance to block an artery and combining it with surgery significantly reduced the risk of repeat surgery for patients with subdural hematomas. The study, published at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference, showed a nearly 3-fold reduction in re-operation rates.
A clinical trial found that patients who received care recommendations from an AI-based system had fewer recurrent strokes, heart attacks, or vascular death within three months. The study suggests that this technology can improve patient outcomes and aid neurologists in making informed decisions.
Researchers found that adding blood thinners to clot-busting medications for ischemic strokes did not improve physical function at 90 days post-stroke. The study, MOST, enrolled 514 patients and analyzed the effectiveness of two blood-thinning medications.
Researchers found that positioning stroke patients with large vessel ischemic strokes at 0-degrees resulted in significant improvements in neurological function compared to those with 30-degree head positioning. This approach optimized blood flow through the narrowed artery and improved collateral arteries, leading to better outcomes.
Eleven prominent researchers recognized for groundbreaking work in stroke and brain health, with a focus on improving treatments and addressing disparities. The honorees include experts in magnetic resonance imaging, inherited risk factors, and clinical stroke research.
A study found that living in a neighborhood with easy access to recreational centers and gyms is linked to higher physical activity levels among stroke survivors. The analysis suggests that having a conversation with stroke patients about available physical activity resources can help them continue their recovery.
A preliminary study presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024 found that lifetime exposure to sexual assault and other traumatic stressors can negatively impact subsequent stroke recovery. Researchers analyzed data from the STRONG study and discovered that stroke survivors exposed to sexual ass...
Researchers found that Black women who develop high blood pressure before age 45 are twice as likely to suffer a stroke. The study, presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2024, highlights the disparity in stroke rates among Black and white women.
A preliminary study found that most stroke survivors can safely take two common types of antidepressants without increasing the risk of hemorrhagic stroke. However, patients on dual anti-platelet therapy may be at increased risk of bleeding.
A study published at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024 found that treating people with ischemic stroke with intravenous injections of a combination of biologically active components of ginkgo biloba during the first two weeks after the stroke improved early cognitive recovery. The treatment, called ...
A new study found that combining brain stimulation with intense physical rehabilitation helped stroke survivors recover movement in their arms and hands and maintain these improvements for one year. The pairing of rehabilitation therapy with vagus nerve stimulation likely helps the brain strengthen new neural pathways.
A recent study found that a stroke or combined with a neck artery tear significantly increases the risk of heart attack within a year. The researchers analyzed health data from over 800,000 adults and discovered that carotid or vertebral artery dissections without a stroke do not raise heart attack risk.
A recent study found that socioeconomic factors, including income, education, and housing quality, significantly impact stroke recovery outcomes. Researchers used data from the U.S. Census blocks to compare outcomes among stroke survivors by socioeconomic disadvantage factors.
Researchers identified 180,940 people who had suffered a recent stroke and matched them to control groups to evaluate dementia risk after stroke. The study found that the rate of post-stroke dementia was higher than the rate of recurrent stroke over the same time period.
A study found that tenecteplase is safe and effective for treating ischemic stroke in mobile stroke units, offering a simpler alternative to alteplase. The new medication requires only a single injection, reducing administration time and complications.
The American Chemical Society's (ACS) upcoming hybrid meeting and exposition, ACS Spring 2024, will take place virtually and in person in New Orleans from March 17-21. The event will provide access to nearly 12,000 presentations on topics including agriculture and food, energy and fuels, health and medicine, sustainability, and more.
The AMS 104th Annual Meeting will focus on climate change research, mitigation, and adaptation, with key discussions on overcoming barriers to implementation. The meeting features numerous scientific conferences and symposia covering topics like climate variability, air pollution meteorology, AI for environmental science, and more.
The American Meteorological Society's Presidential Forum will discuss how to overcome barriers limiting the use of climate science. The event aims to advance society's acceptance and use of climate science, amidst misinformation and disinformation campaigns.