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Study of abstract structures, patterns, quantities, relationships, and logical reasoning through pure and applied mathematical disciplines. Encompasses algebra, calculus, geometry, topology, number theory, analysis, discrete mathematics, mathematical logic, set theory, probability, statistics, and computational mathematics. Investigates mathematical structures, theorems, proofs, algorithms, functions, equations, and the rigorous logical frameworks underlying quantitative reasoning. Provides the foundational language and tools for all scientific fields, enabling precise description of natural phenomena, modeling of complex systems, and the development of technologies across physics, engineering, computer science, economics, and all quantitative sciences.
A new study assesses the credibility of nine popular UK weight management influencers' blogs, finding that most failed to meet basic standards for transparency, evidence-based references, and nutrition guidance. Only one influencer met all the criteria, while those without nutritional qualifications scored lowest.
The study predicts that by 2070, the dead could outnumber the living on Facebook if current growth rates continue. The analysis raises important questions about who controls access to deceased user profiles and how they should be managed for the benefit of families, friends, and future historians.
Researchers used digital footprints to determine personality traits and matched them with images, finding that extroverts preferred simple images featuring people, while open-minded individuals favored cool colors. The study showed that personalized ads could increase consumer interest and purchase intentions.
Disinformation campaigns targeting American citizens during the 2016 election and other countries' efforts to spread fake news highlight the need for a psychological approach. Researchers propose using online games, emotional dampening tools and addressing political conditions to combat disinformation.
Rehabilitation psychologists argue that avoiding the term 'disability' has unintended consequences, including reinforcing negative attitudes. They advocate for reclaiming the term as a valued aspect of diversity and identity, and encourage others to normalize its use.
Researchers estimate tweet infectivity from early retweets to predict virality, finding that infectivity is a key driving force in determining tweet lifespan. A hybrid model combining infectivity and community models yields the most accurate predictions, highlighting the complexity of social network interactions.
A study found that celebrity fat-shaming events increased women's implicit negative weight-related attitudes, with more notorious incidents producing greater spikes. The research suggests that cultural emphasis on the thin ideal contributes to eating disorders, particularly among young women.
A new study in Nature Communications finds that the collective attention span is narrowing, with increasingly steep gradients of attention given to each cultural item. The accelerating vicissitudes of popular content are driven by the rapid exhaustion of limited attention resources, as suggested by a mathematical model with three basic...
A team of archaeologists has discovered the first example of Palaeolithic figurative cave art in the Balkan Peninsula, estimated to be around 34,000 years old. The site, Romualdova Pe?ina in Croatia, features paintings of a bison, ibex and possible anthropomorphic figures.
A new study found that authors' tweets about their own work increase dissemination of research on Twitter. Publications from top respiratory and critical care journals benefited most from author tweeting, with a significant increase in tweets at one year post-publication.
A study by Michigan State University found that online sexual experiences can predict offline risks, including HIV risk, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence. The researchers identified four classes of experience patterns, which predicted susceptibility to these outcomes.
Despite improvements in heart attack and heart disease care for older women, black women continue to face significant racial disparities in treatment. Postmenopausal black women were 50% less likely and Hispanic women 16% less likely to receive treatment when arriving at the hospital with symptoms compared to white women.
New research from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business reveals that social shows on TV actually increase online shopping for advertisers. Commercials airing in these programs generate more online sales on the advertiser's website, especially when paired with emotional ads.
A survey of 15 successful ECMO transport programs reveals variations in organization, team structure, and certification process. The study emphasizes the need for international standards and accreditation to ensure high-quality care.
A study by MU researcher Michael Kearney found that moderate users are avoiding politics on Twitter, potentially creating a void in the middle. This amplifies the existing trend of partisan users forming highly partisan networks.
A new method combines seismic data with crowdsourced information from the internet, smartphones, and Twitter to detect earthquakes more quickly. This approach reduces detection time for felt earthquakes to just 1-3 minutes, improving situational awareness.
A study of messaging patterns on an online dating platform reveals geographic distance as the strongest driver of reciprocal interactions. Researchers found 19 distinct communities that closely mirrored geographic regions across the US, with age and race also influencing dating markets.
Scientists have developed a non-invasive technique using portable X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy to study the layers of paint in rock art. This allows for the analysis of pictographs without causing damage to the artwork, revealing complex patterns and elemental makeup of pigments.
A new national study found that social media had only a small influence on how much people believed falsehoods about candidates and issues in the last two presidential elections. Interestingly, Facebook users were actually more accurate in their beliefs than those who consumed only other social media.
Researchers found a significant increase in tweets about embarrassment since Trump's election, with peaks around high-profile events like debates and controversies. The study suggests that people feel vicarious embarrassment due to Trump's norm violations as president, threatening their social integrity.
Researchers at Iowa State University found that practicing loving-kindness and extending good wishes to others reduces anxiety, increases happiness, and fosters social connection. The study suggests that this simple strategy is effective regardless of personality type.
A new study by MIT researchers puts a dollar value on free digital goods people use, including Facebook ($40-$50/month), YouTube ($1,173/year), and digital maps (59 euros/$67/month). The surveys drew 65,000 responses and found significant consumer surplus beyond prices paid.
Researchers found that commonly used observational approaches often fail to accurately measure ad effectiveness, overestimating its impact. Large-scale randomized controlled trials are considered the gold standard for evaluating ad campaigns.
A study found that anti-vaccination arguments center on four distinct themes: trust, alternatives, safety, and conspiracy. Researchers developed a framework to help clinicians open conversations with vaccine-hesitant parents and resist online misinformation.
A new University of Michigan study found that negative media portrayals of Muslim Americans can reduce their identification as Americans and weaken their trust in the U.S. government. The study suggests that exposure to biased news coverage can be a stronger factor than personal discrimination in shaping these attitudes.
The project aims to understand how the Internet has influenced Orthodox Christianity, particularly in terms of social media and online practices. Researchers plan to analyze blogs, interview churchgoers, and examine the role of social media in shaping Orthodox traditions.
Researchers used virtual focus groups on Facebook to understand attitudes and behaviors towards HPV vaccination in rural and urban areas. They found that parents in rural areas were more likely to use emotional language and biology-related words, suggesting a need for targeted messaging campaigns.
Researchers found that individuals with second- and third-degree relatives who have had Alzheimer's are more likely to develop the disease. Having one first-degree relative and one second-degree relative increases risk by 21 times, while having four first-degree relatives increases risk nearly 15 times.
A new study by Ohio University professor Dr. M. Laeeq Khan found that media and information literacy are key factors in recognizing misinformation on social media. The study suggests that individuals with strong information verification skills are less likely to share misinformation online.
A recent study published in Journal of Applied Psychology found that supervisors tend to view victims of bullying as bullies themselves, even when evidence contradicts this claim. The study also revealed that victims receive lower job performance evaluations despite their exemplary work.
The OU-led SCIPP is a multi-institutional research team focused on helping south central US communities build resilience to weather and climate extremes. The project aims to improve adaptability, planning, and preparedness in the face of climate-related challenges.
A study of 2,621 people found that those who followed Mediterranean and APDQS diets had less decline in cognitive function and poor thinking skills. The results suggest that maintaining good dietary practices throughout adulthood can help preserve brain health at midlife.
Researchers found that people with elevated symptoms of depression were 75% more likely to develop an ischemic stroke than those without depression. This association was seen even after adjusting for other risk factors.
A study of 135 people with multiple sclerosis found that drinking around 290 calories per day of soda or other sugar-sweetened beverages linked to more severe symptoms and a higher level of disability. Those who seldom consumed these beverages had less severe symptoms, highlighting the potential negative impact on MS progression.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University found that sharing personal information online can harm romantic relationships, but including a partner in the post can counteract this effect. The study suggests that overly personal posts can negatively impact partners' feelings of intimacy and satisfaction.
Researchers analyzed over 900 networks from biology, transportation, technology and more, finding that close to 50% don't meet the definition of a scale-free network. The study's findings suggest that the shape of a network determines its properties, including susceptibility to targeted attacks or disease outbreaks.
A recent University of Liverpool research published in Pediatrics highlights the negative influence of social media on children's food intake. The study found that marketing unhealthy foods through YouTube vloggers' Instagram pages increases children's immediate energy intake, with no significant effect from healthy snack marketing.
Researchers found that people who were severely obese were 62 percent less likely to die after a stroke, compared to those of normal weight. The study also discovered that being overweight or obese may have a nutritional reserve that helps them survive during prolonged illness.
A study of 204 older adults found that medical marijuana reduced symptoms of chronic disease, including pain, sleep disorders, and anxiety, in 69% of participants. Additionally, one-third of participants reduced their use of opioids, making it a potential alternative treatment option.
People in Hawaii who received a false ballistic missile threat alert sought information to validate their risk, rather than immediate shelter. Social media played a key role in spreading accurate information and helped increase trust in future warnings.
A new study found that local Atlantic salmon produce vastly more offspring than those spawning on unfamiliar grounds. This 'home ground advantage' may help wild salmon populations and inform conservation efforts.
A preliminary study found that professional soccer players are nearly twice as likely to develop ALS as the general population, with some developing the disease 21 years earlier than expected. The study also suggests that genetics, traumatic events, and heavy physical exercise may play a role in the increased risk.
Researchers found that traditional agroecosystems in Hawaii could produce over 1 million metric tons of food annually, comparable to current consumption levels. The study highlights the importance of restoring indigenous agricultural systems to support biodiversity and indigenous well-being under climate change.
Researchers found that social media hashtags can detect and predict fashion trends by analyzing relationships between users, sentiment, and ideas. By searching for relevant tweets during Paris Fashion Week, they established associations between keywords such as hand embroidery and haute couture.
A study using Twitter data found that people tweet more about unusual temperatures, but comment less when those temperatures recur. The study suggests that major warming from climate change may not be perceived as remarkable due to a rapidly adjusting normal baseline.
A new study by Virginia Commonwealth University found that Pinterest is a valuable tool for coping with chronic pain, sharing self-care tips, and supporting others. The platform also has potential as an underutilized resource for health care organizations to share high-quality information.
Researchers analyzed over 2 billion US Twitter posts to understand public perception of climate change. They found that people tend to forget what they consider 'normal' weather within 2-8 years, leading to a disconnect between historical climate records and personal opinions.
Researchers at the University of Kansas discovered that tweets from white and black Twitter users can influence young people's views on the issue. While participants looked longer at messages from white users, they rated black users as more credible in self-reported data.
The article explores the intersection of social media, emerging technologies, and medical ethics. Bioethicists discuss various issues such as bias in AI systems and patient relationships affected by social networking sites. The authors also provide recommendations for addressing ethical challenges in these areas.
Researchers found that patients often search health-related terms multiple times before visiting the hospital, highlighting a need for more effective communication between clinicians and patients. By analyzing patients' Google search histories with their electronic health records, physicians can adjust how they present information to b...
Delhi's air pollution is a complex issue, with multiple sources including burning from power plants, landfills, and individual fires. Experts cite difficulties in collecting accurate data due to erroneous official numbers and uncounted small sources.
Researchers developed a scientific approach to create deliciously melted fondue by balancing cheese, wine and starch. The study found that adding potato starch and ethanol decreased the fondue's viscosity for optimal mouthfeel and dipping coverage.
Researchers found a way to reconstruct these indigenous communication networks, showing how they laid the groundwork for Native American political systems. The analysis utilizes sophisticated social network analysis to map social and political connections between dozens of Native American villages.
Researchers can create synthetic networks that satisfy differential privacy requirements, enabling broader sharing of confidential data for scientific discovery. These altered datasets capture most statistical features from the original network, making them suitable for various researchers.
The article highlights the need for a practical approach to defining the elderly population and provides an evidence-based review of diagnostic and therapeutic implications of advanced age in ischemic heart disease. This knowledge gap affects risk-benefit ratios of pharmacotherapies and percutaneous coronary interventions.
Research on Twitter use during natural disasters highlights the importance of targeting average users with meaningful networks to spread life-saving information. Average Twitter users with small local networks increase their activity more than those with larger networks in disaster situations.
A growing body of research suggests that smartphones can negatively impact face-to-face social interactions, leading to feelings of ignored, annoyed, or pushed away. The constant access to text messaging and social media makes it easier for people to disclose personal information and respond to others in their large social networks.
Research suggests that low physical fitness, obesity, and a combination of both are strongly associated with chronic disability later in life. The study found that being physically fit is an important indicator of health regardless of BMI, reducing the risk of disability.
A randomized, assessor-blinded trial found that home-based telerehabilitation is as effective as clinic-based therapy in restoring arm function among stroke survivors. The study used a computer-based telerehabilitation system with game-ified activities and therapists using videoconferencing to assess progress.
A multicenter trial found that administering a nitroglycerin patch in an ambulance did not reduce post-stroke disability. In fact, it worsened outcomes for patients with brain bleeds, indicating that the treatment should not be used very early after stroke.