Articles tagged with Research Funding
The studies demonstrated that rhIGF-1 administration causes a prompt increase in blood IGFBP-3 levels in patients with IGF-1 deficiency. The findings suggest that IGFBP-3 is recruited into the bloodstream or IGF-1 is stabilized by binding to IGFBP-3, which may help guide optimal dosing of rhIGF-1.
A study by Virginia Tech researchers found that high hydrostatic pressure can effectively inactivate the Hepatitis A virus in oysters, reducing the risk of foodborne illness. This breakthrough has significant implications for oyster processing and distribution, as well as consumer safety.
Researchers at Rutgers University have developed a method to produce ordered arrays of particles with properties comparable to those of true single crystals. The technique involves self-assembly of nanoparticles into densely packed layers, opening up new possibilities for applications in sensing, imaging, and energy storage.
Professor Menachem Elimelech of Yale University has been awarded the prestigious Athalie Richardson Irvine Clarke Prize for outstanding achievement in water science and technology. The award recognizes his significant contributions to understanding water quality, quantity, and public policy.
The ARVO Foundation has received a $500,000 gift from Alcon Laboratories to launch a new clinician-scientist mentoring program. The program aims to foster interactions between basic scientists and clinicians, while also recognizing the importance of clinician-scientists in ophthalmic research.
A study of 2,987 female registered nurses found that higher levels of physical activity after a breast cancer diagnosis were linked to longer survival. The adjusted relative risk of death from breast cancer was 20-50% lower for women engaging in more than 3 MET-hours per week of physical activity.
A recent study found that bladder capacity remains relatively stable throughout adulthood, contradicting the common assumption that it shrinks with age. Overactive bladder, also known as detrusor overactivity, is a common condition affecting millions of Americans, and treatment is available.
A new study finds that verbal cues, such as labeling color and location, help children remember visual patterns more accurately and longer. Children with Williams syndrome also benefit from specific verbal cues, suggesting potential new techniques for learning.
Researchers have discovered two new retroviruses, HTLV-3 and HTLV-4, transmitted from animals to humans through contact with primate blood and body fluids. The study highlights the importance of surveillance among bushmeat hunters and the need for further research into disease outcomes and potential human-to-human transmission.
The RELEASE study is a randomised clinical trial testing a new technique to treat retained placenta, aiming to improve outcomes for women in developing countries and the UK. The technique involves injecting oxytocin into the placenta via umbilical cord injection.
The Alliance for Microbicide Development and the Global Campaign for Microbicides will receive grants to support science and policy research, public education, and advocacy. The funding will help develop evidence-based policies for microbicide R&D and investments.
Researchers at the University of Southern California found that sapphire surfaces can self-arrange carbon nanotubes into useful patterns. This phenomenon occurs only on specific surfaces, particularly vertical slices with certain crystalline orientations.
A study by University of Toronto researchers found that teams with mostly women became more egalitarian over time, while teams with mostly men continued to follow hierarchical structures. This led to better grades for the latter teams, highlighting the importance of equal participation in creative project teams.
A study published in Science found that infants as young as 15 months can reason about what others believe, challenging the long-held view of when children develop this cognitive skill. The research involved a non-verbal experiment where babies looked longer when they expected an actor to search for a toy in a different box.
Hinke Piersma's research explores the interaction between political decision-making and public debate regarding 'the Breda three', four prisoners who became two in 1979. The discussion increasingly focused on integrity, as the Dutch population was criticized for failing to protect Jewish compatriots during WWII.
Researchers Drs. Melanie Vile and David Velinsky are studying the effects of sea level rise and saltwater intrusion on tidal marsh ecosystem services in the Delaware Estuary. Tidal marshes provide crucial functions such as storm buffering, shoreline stabilization, and fish nursery habitats.
The Smart Sensor Enabled Neural Threat Recognition and Identification (SENTRI) system uses software developed by Dr. Ted Berger to recognize suspicious noises. It can distinguish between gun fire and other noises, as well as small-arms fire from heavy weapons.
The Midwest Technology Assistance Center is funding research to optimize iron addition and track arsenic concentration variability in relation to time and pumping procedures. The center also evaluates water quality at surface water intakes with watershed modeling to improve small systems' technical, managerial, and financial capacity.
A Princeton University study found that young black men with little schooling face significant barriers to employment due to employer discrimination. Employers showed a preference for white applicants over black applicants without criminal records, highlighting the need for strong enforcement of the New York City Human Rights Law.
Researchers found that training for filtering out clutter doubled efficiency in clear displays, but had no effect on cluttered displays. The study suggests new methods for training people to pinpoint targets in busy images.
Researchers found that clear display conditions improve human vision learning, allowing for optimal training of individuals with lazy eye or related disorders. The study suggests that each eye should be trained separately in clear displays for maximum benefit.
UCLA researchers have developed a revolutionary single-shot digitizer that captures lightning-quick pulses 50 times faster than the best commercially available digitizer. This breakthrough enables faster digitalization of signals and has significant implications for areas like particle physics, radar systems, and defense applications.
UNH has launched its second spinout company, Xemed LLC, backed by three new NIH grants to commercialize a lung imaging technology that could benefit millions suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The technology allows MRI to produce a clear picture of the lungs' interior, enabling doctors to see which parts are affected.
A simple intervention using UV filter photos increased sun protection during incidental exposure, with 37% of participants reporting sunless tanner use. The study also found that the intervention led to more friends and family being informed about UV damage and sun protection.
Research highlights oral health disparities across socio-economic status, race, gender, and age groups. Assessments of oral health, environment, behavior, microbiology, and genes within the family are key to improving access.
Dr. Meurman's research on the role of oral infections in medically compromised patients has significant implications for geriatric populations. The 2005 Geriatric Oral Research Award recognizes his contributions to the field, including advancements in molecular biological techniques for detecting oral pathogens.
COACh founder and chair Geri Richmond will use $10,000 grant to expand mentorship programs to Latin America, aiming to improve hiring and promotion of women in academic chemistry departments. Richmond's organization has seen success with its workshops and leadership forums, increasing women's participation and reducing workplace stress.
Three academic centers win $225,000 IADR/GSK Oral Care Awards for innovative oral health projects. The awards aim to improve the public's oral health and quality-of-life issues associated with oral diseases.
The 43rd edition of the Directory of Geoscience Departments features a state-sorted listing of 1,169 geoscience departments worldwide, including 879 U.S.-based departments that grant degrees. The directory also provides faculty contact information and listings for U.S. state geological surveys.
Fuel cells could power laptops for a week, reducing recharging time, and provide efficient energy for cars, buses, and mobile devices. UNC researchers are developing liquid precursors to enhance PEM membrane performance, paving the way for more effective fuel cell manufacturing.
The article examines three common Social Security reform proposals and their impact on vulnerable women. The analysis reveals that privatization proposals fail to cover significant numbers of poor women, while benefits tied to U.S. residency or simple Social Security eligibility are more effective at protecting them.
In strongly fragmented areas, Lychnis caterpillars consumed more white campion seeds due to increased egg laying. This was found by Jelmer Elzinga, contradicting the initial hypothesis that decreased ichneumon fly populations would lead to reduced consumption.
Researchers developed a nanomechanical oscillator that bridges classic and quantum physics, exhibiting macroscopic quantum behavior at gigahertz speeds. The device is the fastest of its kind, oscillating at 1.49 gigahertz, and could be used for quantum computing, further miniaturizing wireless communication devices.
The project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of data-mining tools in identifying threat levels and national security interests. The UC Riverside team, including graduate students and staff, will work closely with experts from Bell Laboratories and Lucent Technologies.
The NIH Enhanced Access policy lacks a definitive deadline for making research results available, putting grant recipients in a difficult position. Advocates urge the agency to report on progress toward full taxpayer access using metrics such as the proportion of deposited articles and lag time between publication and availability.
Scientists at UCSB study the relationship between recent severe storms and increased oil emissions from the Coal Oil Point seep field. Researchers estimate current oil emissions are many times pre-storm levels, with new areas of seepage appearing and gas driving the flow.
Researchers at Duke University Medical Center have identified a gene defect that causes Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a prevalent and inherited nerve disorder. The discovery provides new insights into the nervous system and may lead to the development of targeted therapies for this debilitating disease.
A study of over 150,000 individuals in England and Wales found that the percentage of those living alone increased by 31% between 1971 and 2023, with men more prone to going solo after age 25. The trend is expected to continue, with younger generations increasingly choosing individual living.
Researchers at the University of Virginia Health System have discovered a protein called Chd1 that recognizes a flag on histones and attracts other proteins to turn genes on. This finding sheds light on how chemical information carried on histones is recognized and read during gene regulation.
Research by Susan Jung Grant and colleagues found that consumers process negative messages more slowly than positive ones, focusing on the root of the message rather than the negation. This leads to a specific sequence of processing, where affirmations are elaborated first and then negators are incorporated in judgment.
Researchers at the University of Utah are developing a wireless version of the Utah Electrode Array, which will enable people with paralysis to control devices with their minds. The project aims to implant the device in the brains of blind individuals and paraplegics, allowing them to see, stand, and walk again.
Male crickets fed high protein diets engage in more sexual calling and die sooner than those on low protein diets. This is because they spend extra resources on mating behavior, shortening their lifespan. In contrast, males on low protein diets tend to delay calling until later in life, maintaining their body weight for longer.
Nanotubes form along atomic steps due to iron nanoparticles' attraction to local fields created by the steps. The orientation and form of these steps can be controlled, enabling the production of different nanowire arrangements.
The American Association for Cancer Research and The V Foundation are awarding $600,000 in grants to four cancer research teams, led by top scientists, to accelerate progress against cancer. The grants will support translational research projects that aim to improve survival and quality of life for patients.
According to a new study by Caroline Hoxby of Harvard University, charter school students are more likely to be proficient in reading and math on state exams. For schools with at least 40% public funding, students perform particularly well. Charter schools in disadvantaged areas also show a significant advantage.
The UC Riverside Extension will provide support to trained teachers and day care providers in San Bernardino County with funding from First 5 California and First 5 San Bernardino. The organization will offer tuition assistance, training, and educational resources to help improve early childhood education.
Researchers are examining dynamic allocation of spectrum to increase efficient use among multiple service providers. This could enable temporary spectrum access, useful for emergency communications and new wireless services.
Researchers at Georgia Tech discovered that bosons placed in two-dimensional harmonic traps will crystallize when their repulsive interactions are increased. Theoretical simulations showed six bosons forming a polygonal crystal with one boson in the center.
Researchers have developed a self-cleaning coating that can be permanently integrated into fabrics, reducing the need for dry cleaning. The coating uses silver nanoparticles to repel dirt and water, making it easier to clean clothes with less water and frequency.
The UGA Graduate School will launch interventions to reduce Ph.D. completion rates, collecting data on entering and exiting students to identify areas for improvement. The project is supported by Pfizer and the Ford Foundation.
Researchers observed sea urchins growing new spines by depositing amorphous calcium carbonate before it crystallizes. This process reveals intricate growth patterns controlled by the template of the old spine.
A UCR-led team is using data and analysis to identify effective strategies for reducing poverty in rural areas of Brazil. The two-year project aims to provide insights that can inform public policies nationwide.
The US government has awarded grants to support HIV/AIDS research and treatment in resource-limited countries, including Cambodia, Peru, Thailand, and Russia. The grants aim to develop clinical research centers and evaluate new treatments for co-infections with tuberculosis.
A multidisciplinary team of investigators will track adolescent smoking patterns and predictors, including emotional well-being and social interactions, to identify factors influencing teen smoking behaviors. The study aims to improve prevention and treatment programs for teen smokers.
The Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research published five English-language books examining Dutch culture from 1650 to 2000. The books cover topics such as science, art, music, literature, education, religion, and urbanization.
Geologists challenged the idea that the Tibetan plateau is losing elevation as it spreads out over India. Instead, new research suggests the plateau is being compressed between the Indian subcontinent and the North China block, causing Tibet to split like an orange squeezed by a vise.
Researchers found that both young and old drivers struggled to detect important changes while using hands-free phones, leading to slower reaction times and increased errors. The impaired reactions were significant enough to pose a danger to drivers.
Scientists at Ohio State University discovered ancient fossils of arthropods composed of tiny bacteria fossils, providing evidence of exceptional preservation. The bacteria self-fossilized, replicating the body of the animal and preserving its shape and texture.
The Peabody Archives at UGA will digitize over 5,000 vintage TV tapes using a robotic system, preserving American history and culture for scholars and researchers. The grant is part of the Save America's Treasures program, supporting the preservation of national significance.
Researchers find that ancient corals built skeletons mostly of calcite, contrary to the long-held belief that this mineral is fixed over time. The study also reveals that corals in ancient seawater grew more slowly than those in modern water.