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A study published in The Lancet found that physical inactivity costs the global economy over INT$67.8 billion in 2013, primarily due to increased healthcare expenditure and lost productivity. Type 2 Diabetes was the costliest disease, accounting for $37.6bn of direct costs.
The Institute for Basic Science (IBS) has seen a meteoric rise in its research contribution, jumping 11th place on the Nature Index's list of top 100 most improved institutions. IBS' weighted fractional count increased by over 4000% between 2012 and 2015.
Researchers at Clemson University are developing new composite materials using tree fibers to create stronger, biorenewable auto parts. The materials have the potential to replace traditional automotive parts with improved strength and sustainability.
A new study of over 1 million people found that doing at least one hour of physical activity per day can eliminate the increased risk of death associated with sitting for 8 hours a day. The study also highlights the significant economic burden of physical inactivity, with estimated costs of over $67 billion annually.
Robyn I. Stone, executive director of the Center for Applied Research, received the award for her research and analysis that improved policy and practice in aging. Her work has directly influenced policy development and practice at state and local levels regarding long-term care workforce training and job design.
Research reveals elite cyclists outperform recreational athletes in mental fatigue tests, indicating a superior ability to resist mental fatigue. This enhanced ability is thought to be linked to the sport's demands and may be trainable through physical training.
The project aims to develop a web-based Resistance Spot Welding (RSW) weldability prediction tool, which will improve design and engineering efficiency. The tool is expected to enhance product quality through the utilization of advanced materials and reduce physical testing required for new material candidates.
The university has grown its research funding by nearly $40 million over the past two years, with federal agency funding increasing by 30 percent. Georgia State now ranks among the nation's premier urban public research universities, with a 'very high research activity' designation from the Carnegie Foundation.
A large study of nearly 21,000 people in Jilin Province found that being overweight or obese was associated with regular meat consumption, having ever been married, and getting less than 7 hours of sleep per night. The prevalence of obesity and overweight was higher among older adults, particularly those aged 55-64 and 65-79.
A team of researchers developed neuroprotective compounds that prevented seizures and damaged dendritic spines in mice with experimental epilepsy. The study suggests the process of epilepsy development has been arrested up to 100 days post-treatment, offering a potential new approach to disease-modifying treatments.
People who have recently attempted to quit smoking are more likely to try to drink less alcohol. They report lower levels of alcohol consumption and are less likely to binge drink compared to other smokers. This finding goes against the common assumption that quitters tend to increase their drinking.
Women engage in cosmetic therapy to improve their professional image and achieve financial stability during economic difficulties. According to a study published in Psychological Science, women's motivations for using makeup have shifted from solely attracting a male partner to also boosting their professional ambitions.
INRS researchers have received over $3.8 million in NSERC grants to advance wireless communication technology. Their research programs aim to revolutionize key sectors of the Canadian economy, including machine intelligence and high-speed mobile ecosystems.
The US Energy Department has granted $2.5 million to Texas A&M AgriLife Research to explore ways to use biorefinery waste to produce marketable products, including bioplastics. The study aims to make biorefineries economically viable and sustainable.
Researchers will investigate the impact of drought on public health and water policy in California's poorest regions. The study will focus on health measures such as self-rated health, emotional distress, and infant birth weight.
ZIK B CUBE researchers study the role of internal interfaces in biological tissues formation and function using marine shells like pen shell Pinna nobilis and glass spicules of deep-sea sponge Monorhaphis chuni. The team aims to establish thermodynamic and mechanical models for smart composite materials design.
Researchers found that deploying crash-avoidance technologies in vehicles could prevent up to 1.3 million crashes per year, including 10,100 fatal wrecks. The study estimates a net benefit of $202 billion or $861 per car, with potential for larger benefits over time.
Researchers at the University of Leicester found that hospital admissions for hypoglycemia have risen by 39% between 2005 and 2014, with almost 80,000 people admitted. The average cost per admission is estimated to be £1,000, with the total cost of treating severe episodes in the UK around £13 million.
A new study led by University of Kansas economist Donna Ginther found that race is the key factor influencing NIH awards, with black and white applicants facing significant gaps in funding. White women have a slight advantage over men in receiving NIH Type 1 awards, while women of color face disadvantage due to racial bias.
A study found that reintroducing cougars to the Eastern US could lower deer-vehicle collision rates by 22%, preventing five human fatalities and 680 injuries annually. This would also save $50 million in costs over 30 years, as large cats thin deer populations.
Researchers aim to understand farmers' preferences for cover crop contracts, which could lead to higher adoption rates. Cover crops offer benefits like soil health improvement and nitrogen scavenging, but farmers often face constraints such as conflicting planting dates with cash crops.
Global experts are calling on the UN to create and implement a four-part global action plan to reduce deaths due to limited access to antibiotics. The plan aims to improve access, monitor progress, mobilize resources, and coordinate multisectoral action to tackle antibiotic resistance.
Researchers suggest Rembrandt used lenses and projections to achieve realistic self-portraits, citing Chiaroscuro effects and unusual head proportions. The study's findings support the idea that Old Masters utilized optical technology.
The study highlights the potential for attacks on 3D-printed products, including those with internal defects that can cause devastating impact. The researchers recommend new cybersecurity methods and tools to protect critical parts from such compromise.
A new US recommendation for diabetes screening may only detect half of adults with undiagnosed dysglycemia, particularly among racial and ethnic minorities. The study found that the detection rate drops to 50.3% for Blacks and 37.7% for Hispanic/Latino patients compared to 54.5% for whites.
A carrot and stick approach to workplace safety may not be effective, instead, QUT researcher Dr Jason Edwards is working on a new strategy that combines educative and directive methods to promote safety excellence. This research aims to develop evidence-based strategies to reduce productivity losses due to injuries and illnesses.
A new study predicts a Gulf Stream slowdown will moderate Europe's warming, leading to slower economic growth but still warmer temperatures. The Thermohaline Circulation, which keeps Europe warm, is expected to slow due to global warming.
A new study from the University of Pennsylvania found that as the economy recovers, fatal car crashes involving large trucks also rise. The research, led by Monica He, suggests that commercial trucks play a significant role in motor vehicle fatalities during better economic times.
A new clinical trial funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) aims to transform early detection of diabetic eye disease by introducing a novel screening method. The trial will enable patients at lower risk to undergo tests only every two years, while those at higher risk can be checked up to twice a year.
A study of over 12,000 Australians found that each extra daily portion of fruit and vegetables up to 8 portions per day increased life satisfaction. The researchers concluded that people who changed their diet experienced an increase in life satisfaction equivalent to moving from unemployment to employment.
The German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) has secured additional funding of EUR 36.4 million over four years, a 32% increase from the first period. This will enable iDiv scientists to investigate biodiversity using various methods and increase their activities.
A recent study by LSU Economics and Policy Research Group Director Stephen Barnes explores the determination of state Medicaid provision in the US, finding that federal subsidization leads to a decline in Medicaid coverage. The study also reveals a positive relationship between progressivity of tax structure and Medicaid coverage.
The domesticated yeast that makes cold-brewed lager beer is a complex mix of two species, with scientists discovering new strains in Europe and the Americas. Genetic analysis reveals the organism's origins are more geographically diverse than initially thought.
Researchers from Umeå University suggest implementing an EU-owned flight ticket tax as a sustainable alternative to funding the EU budget. The proposed carbon-based tax could reduce emissions and boost economic growth by redistributing revenue to reduce harmful taxes on labor.
Researchers used game theory to analyze the interaction between rhino poachers and gamekeepers. They found that anti-poaching measures should focus on changing the game rather than tilting it in favor of the gamekeeper.
Researchers isolated Yob, a gene that determines male sex in African malaria mosquito species, and found it has detrimental effects on females. The discovery may lead to genetic control methods for malaria control, offering an alternative to insecticides.
Researchers from the University of Missouri suggest farmers use buffers between crops and trees to reduce soil runoff, while maintaining good growing conditions. The study found that utilizing Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) land strategically creates effective buffers.
Researchers will study household sites in Coba and Yaxuna ruins to understand social interactions between residents of two ancient cities linked by a massive roadway during the Late Classic period (600-900 A.D.). The project aims to determine how life changed for tens of thousands of people living along the causeway.
A study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that 54 mouse testis-enriched genes are not crucial for male fertility. This discovery helps scientists narrow down the number of possible genes involved in male infertility, allowing them to focus on essential genes first.
Chemist Phil Baran of TSRI has won a Blavatnik National Award for his transformative research in natural product synthesis and development of new synthetic methodology. This award recognizes the potential of his work to create life-saving medicines, including the approved treatment of skin cancer.
A UAB study finds that laundry pod detergents are far more likely to cause poisoning injuries in young children than non-pod detergents, with an estimated 71% of pod-related exposures classified as poisoning. The research estimates there were almost 36,000 cases of injury due to all types of laundry detergent between 2012 and 2014.
A new study found that centuries-old court records in Istanbul reveal high interest rates for the wealthy and privileged, while the poor faced lower rates. The research suggests that these biases have unintended consequences, exacerbating modern poverty.
The United States can benefit from strengthening its leadership role in international economic structures and engaging with rising powers like China. The country's next administration faces crucial economic choices that will impact its power. Meanwhile, the US faces domestic weaknesses such as labor market challenges and government debt.
The study analyzed 1,297 invasive insect pests on 124 countries, finding the US, China, India, and Brazil to be the highest potential cost impacters. Smaller developing countries like those in sub-Saharan Africa are disproportionately vulnerable due to their reliance on agriculture.
A recent study by UC Davis and UN World Food Program found that refugees receiving cash aid can create significant economic benefits for their host countries. The researchers discovered that each additional refugee increased local income by up to 96% in one of the camps, with most of this money spent on goods and services outside the c...
E-cigarettes are playing an important role in reducing the likelihood of young people smoking, with most participants viewing them as having reduced the possibility of smoking. Many young people believe vaping will replace smoking and that e-cigarettes offer smokers an alternative to tobacco.
Research from the University of Kent demonstrates that mental fatigue can impair football performance, reducing physical and technical abilities. Footballers experience decreased running speed, increased passing mistakes, and impaired shot accuracy when mentally fatigued.
Researchers analyzed auction data and found that fine art returns are significantly lower than estimated at around 6.3% per annum. Investing in art via a fund does not increase the chances of outperforming a diversified portfolio.
Researchers extracted polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) from soil using an espresso machine, a process that takes only 11 seconds. The results were comparable to those obtained with certified techniques, but the new process was significantly less expensive and faster.
Scientists from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) urge researchers to adopt comprehensive toolkit for assuring cell line quality, implemented before studies using human cells. Current standard has not been widely adopted despite growing priority among funders and publishers.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology calls for community action to develop comprehensive toolkit for assuring cell line quality. A DNA fingerprinting method is proposed to detect mix-ups and contamination, addressing a growing priority among funders and publishers.
A new study by MIT researchers found that certain energy storage systems, such as pumped hydroelectric storage, can add significant value to solar and wind installations in various locations. The study demonstrated that despite regional variations in prices and demand fluctuations, the optimal storage technology is similar across locat...
A Penn Medicine study found that individuals with acute insomnia who self-restrict their time in bed are less likely to develop chronic insomnia. This natural tendency can be an effective strategy for managing insomnia and even serves as part of cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic insomnia.
A new study published in Science Advances reveals that the global economic network is twice as susceptible to workers' heat-stress as it was a decade ago. The analysis shows that small daily perturbations due to extreme temperatures can cause significant production losses, which can be spread easily across countries.
A study by the University of Texas at Austin found that increasing pollinator diversity can dramatically increase cotton production, with a potential boost of up to 18% in South Texas. This could lead to an increase in annual revenue for Texas cotton farmers of over $1.1 million.
The US healthcare system has significant environmental and health impacts, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants. Researchers estimate 8% of national emissions come from the sector, while healthcare-related emissions linked to respiratory disease, cancer, and acid rain are substantial.
A new study by Michigan State University found that people living in green dwellings can lose up to half of their energy savings if they don't use their technologies correctly. The researchers surveyed over 320 certified green residential units to understand the impact of personal habits on energy consumption.
The Alberta Diabetes Institute has awarded $600,000 in funding to support diabetes research projects with high commercialization potential. The funding will accelerate the development of healthcare technologies in Alberta, a province known for life-changing research on diabetes.
A new study finds that US counties would receive significant health co-benefits from a power plant carbon standard, with the largest gains expected in the Northeast and Southwest regions. The estimated net benefits range from $1 million to $5.6 billion annually, outweighing costs of $1.5 to $3.6 billion.
The University of Texas at San Antonio's Maximizing Access to Research Centers (MARC) program has received a $1.9 million grant over five years to train 12 undergraduate students per year in UTSA laboratories. The program prepares students for Ph.D. programs and enables them to conduct top-tier research in the biomedical field.