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A 10-year study at a regional trauma center found significant negative association between orthopaedic trauma volume and county unemployment rates of the previous year. The study, presented at the AAOS Annual Meeting, suggests economic trends impact orthopedic trauma volume.
Researchers used fMRI to track brain activity in competitive game players, finding differing patterns of activity during social interactions. The study sheds light on how the brain processes information in competitive settings and may aid understanding of neuropsychiatric illnesses.
A recent study finds that Easterners process visual information holistically, taking context and situation into account, whereas Westerners focus on key features. This difference affects face recognition, leading to varying levels of eye contact, and has implications for smooth cross-cultural interactions.
Research by Leonid Gavrilov and Natalia Gavrilova reveals that mortality rates do not flatten out above age 80, contrary to previous assumptions. The study uses accurate data from the Social Security Administration Death Master File to correct misunderstandings about the mortality rate of oldest citizens.
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 new study published in Pain found that individuals retiring early due to back problems have significantly lower wealth accumulation and lower annuity values compared to those who retired for other health conditions. By age 65, only 75-85% of those out of the labor force due to back problems will have accumulated some wealth.
Dr. Rebekah Gee, Assistant Professor at LSUHSC, led a global initiative to address the lack of leadership training in medicine. The Inter Academy Medical Panel (IAMP) Young Physician Leaders program engaged young physicians from 18 countries, highlighting common challenges and opportunities across cultures.
People living in poor neighborhoods are 42% more at risk of developing arthritis, according to a new study. The research found that socially disadvantaged areas had over 30% of residents reporting arthritis, compared to 18.5% in more affluent areas.
A systematic review of literature found a significant disparity in motor vehicle-related deaths among American Indian and Alaska Native populations. The study identified multiple risk factors, including rural living, alcohol use, and pedestrian involvement in crashes, but lacking effective interventions to improve pedestrian safety.
Researchers at the University of Chicago are developing a new computational bioresearch tool that could lead to breakthroughs in understanding cellular motion. The Center for Multiscale Theory and Simulation will focus on predicting molecular interactions using advanced simulation capabilities, including coarse-graining techniques.
Research from the University of New Hampshire found that employers in the US hospitality industry cite prejudice, stereotyping, and limited choices as barriers to hiring people with disabilities. They also highlight the chief concern being the bottom line and workplace accommodations.
Researchers found that the total cost of asthma due to pollution is significantly higher than past estimates, with an additional $18 million in annual costs in Long Beach and Riverside, Calif. The study reveals that exposure to traffic-related air pollution is a major cause of asthma and exacerbates attacks.
The software highlights discrepancies between different types of understanding and helps children perform better in school. Children using the software made substantial progress in reasoning, especially with challenging concepts like object fall.
A new study finds that physician referral rates in the United States increased by 92% over a decade, leading to an estimated 159% increase in visits resulting in referrals. This surge in referrals is attributed to increased specialization and the increasing responsibilities of primary care physicians.
Research found a 9% increase in violent crime after unilateral divorce laws were enacted, primarily among young individuals and those experiencing economic hardship
Researchers at NYU-Poly and REL, Inc. are developing a next-generation aluminum composite brake rotor with triple the life expectancy of traditional cast iron rotors. The new rotor is expected to weigh 60% less and improve fuel efficiency by shaving approximately 30 pounds from a mid-size sedan.
A Spanish researcher reveals that the country's transportation infrastructure is built radially around Madrid, contrary to economic and productive activity. The network was primarily funded by the state budget, and investments are made in routes with commercial activity through tolls or private levies.
A unique three-year project, Super-Identity, aims to tackle identity issues associated with unreliable and counterfeit identification. The study estimates that UK identity fraud costs over £2.7 billion annually.
The Olympus supercomputer is helping scientists analyze future power grids and design better batteries for energy storage. It uses a water cooling system, resulting in reduced energy consumption and lower costs.
During economic downturns, wealthy consumers tend to cut back on non-essential expenses like dining out or traveling, prioritizing essential goods. This shift is driven by a desire to maintain relative social status amidst reduced peer spending.
Pioneering engineers have found a way to produce highly valuable activated carbon from the invasive Marabú shrub, which could help alleviate Cuba's ecological problems and provide clean drinking water for developing countries. The process uses technology developed by researchers at the University of Strathclyde.
The University of Leicester and Leicester City Council are leading a £2.4 million project to develop green traffic management systems in European cities and towns. The three-year project aims to improve road congestion and urban environments using space and information technologies.
A study by Plymouth University found that preparing to act can improve the way people process visual information, which could help children with severe learning difficulties communicate more effectively. The research used a change blindness game to test participants' ability to detect changes in pictures of different sizes.
Researchers argue that most charter school studies use unsophisticated methods, failing to account for differences in student backgrounds and academic histories. Lottery-based studies suggest charters perform as well as traditional public schools, but these findings are limited by low representation rates. Value-added research is propo...
A study led by Dr. Russell R. Russo identified a new source of necrotizing fasciitis from intramuscular injection of 'bath salts.' The researchers treated a patient who developed rapidly progressing redness, skin sloughing, and drainage after injecting the street drug.
A new RAND Corporation study emphasizes the importance of office-based medical practice in promoting adult vaccinations. Despite the high efficacy of vaccines, adult vaccination rates remain low, with only 70% of those at highest risk exceeding recommended inoculation rates for influenza. To address this issue, researchers propose stra...
Niels Bohr Institute secures a world-leading researcher in quantum physics, Professor Charles Marcus, with a 38 million DKK grant. The institute aims to develop nanoelectronics and conduct research in quantum information using advanced materials.
Researchers found willingness to take financial risks decreases with age and economic downturns. Investors should not adjust their risk tolerance according to the economic climate. Financial planners must consider clients' attitudes toward risk for appropriate investment portfolio recommendations.
A new study by Columbia Business School researchers found that retailer characteristics, not individual stores, explain variation in price dynamics. The analysis used millions of price observations to document high-frequency price movements across stores and chains.
Robert M. Townsend, a prominent development economist, has been awarded the 2011 Jean-Jacques Laffont Prize for his groundbreaking research on financial systems and their impact on developing economies. The prize recognizes his contributions to understanding the role of financial systems in driving economic growth and development.
Research by the University of Leeds found that partnering up or planning with someone can really boost the likelihood of sticking to dieting plans, health programmes. Joint planning and 'if...then...' cues made a sustained effect on employees' exercise regimes.
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.
Researchers at Imperial College London found that UK's discarded wrapping paper and Christmas cards can be turned into high-grade biofuel, powering vehicles with lower greenhouse gas emissions. The study suggests that using this technology could provide a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels.
A study of 26 wealthy nations found that countries with a higher density of fast food restaurants per capita had much higher obesity rates compared to those with lower densities. Obesity rates in the US and Canada were significantly higher than in Japan and Norway, suggesting free market policies may have unintended side effects.
The Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (INFORMS) awarded Intel the Daniel H. Wagner Prize for its innovative use of analytics and operations research to optimize product design and scheduling, resulting in improved business processes and overall profit optimization.
A new study from the Consortium on Financial Systems and Poverty examines the role of spatial component in economic growth. The findings show that a high concentration of enterprise in an area predicts high subsequent growth, while entrepreneurial activity decreases with distance from centers of economic concentration.
A new study measures brain function to assess the impact of aging on a nation's economy. Cognitive function is found to be a better indicator of the burden of aging than chronological age. The study suggests that education, nutrition, and health standards are key factors in maintaining cognitive ability across nations.
Researchers developed a tool called MINE that can detect multiple patterns hidden in health information, baseball statistics, and more. It analyzes large data sets with great speed, identifying relationships and ranking them in an equitable way.
Researchers have developed a tool called Maximal Information Coefficient (MIC) that can uncover patterns in large data sets. MIC can tease out recurring events or sets of data hidden in health information, the changing bacterial landscape of the gut, and statistics from competitive sports.
A new study found that same-sex marriage laws in Massachusetts led to significant reductions in medical care visits and mental health care costs among gay and bisexual men. The study, which analyzed data from a large community-based health clinic, suggests that marriage equality may produce broad public health benefits by reducing stre...
Researchers developed a tool called MINE that can detect multiple patterns in large data sets, including health information, baseball statistics, and bacterial landscapes. The tool identifies relationships in a way that no other software program can, offering tremendous exploratory potential.
Researchers at Vanderbilt University discovered a new way to enhance thermal conductivity, allowing for cooler computer chips and lasers. The technique involves controlling the interface between two thin strips of material, such as boron nanoribbons, with different solutions.
A study by North American economists found that the cost of higher education is becoming increasingly inaccessible to low-income students, who are now facing significant barriers to accessing credit for college. This trend could have far-reaching economic impacts, as it restricts career choices and leads to less qualified workers in ke...
A Wayne State University study found that early research on cellphone conversations and crash risk may have overestimated the relative risk of conversation. Using GPS data, researchers tracked drivers over 400 days to find little driving consistency between control days, reducing the apparent risk of cellphone conversation.
Research led by John Scannella confirms that Triceratops is a single genus, resolving debate over the classification of Torosaurus and Nedoceratops. The study reveals that significant skeletal changes during development and natural variation within the genus cause specimens to exhibit varying features.
A study by Dr Matt Barnes found that two-thirds of workers work at unusual times, limiting their leisure time and social interactions. Older people, particularly those living alone, experience poor social relations and social exclusion, with many spending hours alone each day.
Researchers found common causes of stillbirth to be obstetric complications and placental abnormalities, with previous pregnancy loss also linked to increased risk. The study's findings highlight the need for thorough investigation into cause of death and development of interventions to prevent stillbirths.
A new study by the University of Michigan finds that CAFE standards can create a financial incentive for automakers to produce larger vehicles, leading to increased carbon emissions. The study suggests that the policy can be adjusted to reduce these unintended incentives.
Scientists at ICN successfully refined methods to produce exotic materials by controlling reaction and diffusion processes at room temperatures. The new method enables high yields and consistency in form and structure, making it attractive for commercial applications.
Research by University of Missouri researcher Gustavo Carlo finds that parents' financial problems and resulting mental distress impact their relationships with children. Children are less likely to engage in prosocial behaviors due to parental depression.
New research suggests that virtual worlds can help young people learn and negotiate new situations, developing skills like organisational and cognitive abilities. The Inter-Life project created private islands where participants interacted using avatars, leading to improved engagement and learning outcomes.
A new study reveals Canadians are willing to pay up to $3.4 billion for Olympic success, with intangible benefits vastly outweighing operating costs. The 'Own the Podium' program's benefits were estimated using a nationally representative survey of Canadians.
Research by Northwestern University economist Jennifer Brown found that when Tiger Woods played in a tournament, other golfers' scores were substantially worse compared to tournaments where Woods did not play. This phenomenon, known as the 'superstar effect,' suggests that superstars can be a disincentive to competition.
The Learning Designer is an interactive program that assists teachers in designing and developing lesson plans using digital technologies. It offers ideas and advice on introducing technology gradually within resource constraints, reusing existing materials, and maximizing its benefits for learners.
A team of four early-career researchers from the University of Oxford emerged as winners of this year's Biotechnology Young Entrepreneurs Scheme (YES) competition. They impressed investors with their idea for using yeast to produce high-value fragrance components. The competition aims to raise awareness of commercialization amongst bio...
Research reveals that children exposed to family violence show increased brain activity in the anterior insula and amygdala when viewing angry faces, similar to soldiers exposed to combat. This adaptation may help them detect danger but also increases risk of anxiety problems later in life.
A new study by the RAND Corporation finds that the number of young people becoming registered nurses has grown sharply since 2002, approaching numbers not seen since the mid-1980s. This trend reverses a pattern first observed in the early 1980s and is projected to become the largest group of nurses ever observed.
The UK Government has committed £75 million to develop the ELIXIR research infrastructure, a pan-European effort to manage and share life-science data. The initiative aims to promote knowledge-based economic growth and facilitate innovation in areas like food security, energy, and health.