Articles tagged with Research Funding
Comprehensive exploration of living organisms, biological systems, and life processes across all scales from molecules to ecosystems. Encompasses cutting-edge research in biology, genetics, molecular biology, ecology, biochemistry, microbiology, botany, zoology, evolutionary biology, genomics, and biotechnology. Investigates cellular mechanisms, organism development, genetic inheritance, biodiversity conservation, metabolic processes, protein synthesis, DNA sequencing, CRISPR gene editing, stem cell research, and the fundamental principles governing all forms of life on Earth.
Comprehensive medical research, clinical studies, and healthcare sciences focused on disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Encompasses clinical medicine, public health, pharmacology, epidemiology, medical specialties, disease mechanisms, therapeutic interventions, healthcare innovation, precision medicine, telemedicine, medical devices, drug development, clinical trials, patient care, mental health, nutrition science, health policy, and the application of medical science to improve human health, wellbeing, and quality of life across diverse populations.
Comprehensive investigation of human society, behavior, relationships, and social structures through systematic research and analysis. Encompasses psychology, sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, linguistics, education, demography, communications, and social research methodologies. Examines human cognition, social interactions, cultural phenomena, economic systems, political institutions, language and communication, educational processes, population dynamics, and the complex social, cultural, economic, and political forces shaping human societies, communities, and civilizations throughout history and across the contemporary world.
Fundamental study of the non-living natural world, matter, energy, and physical phenomena governing the universe. Encompasses physics, chemistry, earth sciences, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, materials science, and the investigation of physical laws, chemical reactions, geological processes, climate systems, and planetary dynamics. Explores everything from subatomic particles and quantum mechanics to planetary systems and cosmic phenomena, including energy transformations, molecular interactions, elemental properties, weather patterns, tectonic activity, and the fundamental forces and principles underlying the physical nature of reality.
Practical application of scientific knowledge and engineering principles to solve real-world problems and develop innovative technologies. Encompasses all engineering disciplines, technology development, computer science, artificial intelligence, environmental sciences, agriculture, materials applications, energy systems, and industrial innovation. Bridges theoretical research with tangible solutions for infrastructure, manufacturing, computing, communications, transportation, construction, sustainable development, and emerging technologies that advance human capabilities, improve quality of life, and address societal challenges through scientific innovation and technological progress.
Study of the practice, culture, infrastructure, and social dimensions of science itself. Addresses how science is conducted, organized, communicated, and integrated into society. Encompasses research funding mechanisms, scientific publishing systems, peer review processes, academic ethics, science policy, research institutions, scientific collaboration networks, science education, career development, research programs, scientific methods, science communication, and the sociology of scientific discovery. Examines the human, institutional, and cultural aspects of scientific enterprise, knowledge production, and the translation of research into societal benefit.
Comprehensive study of the universe beyond Earth, encompassing celestial objects, cosmic phenomena, and space exploration. Includes astronomy, astrophysics, planetary science, cosmology, space physics, astrobiology, and space technology. Investigates stars, galaxies, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, black holes, nebulae, exoplanets, dark matter, dark energy, cosmic microwave background, stellar evolution, planetary formation, space weather, solar system dynamics, the search for extraterrestrial life, and humanity's efforts to explore, understand, and unlock the mysteries of the cosmos through observation, theory, and space missions.
Comprehensive examination of tools, techniques, methodologies, and approaches used across scientific disciplines to conduct research, collect data, and analyze results. Encompasses experimental procedures, analytical methods, measurement techniques, instrumentation, imaging technologies, spectroscopic methods, laboratory protocols, observational studies, statistical analysis, computational methods, data visualization, quality control, and methodological innovations. Addresses the practical techniques and theoretical frameworks enabling scientists to investigate phenomena, test hypotheses, gather evidence, ensure reproducibility, and generate reliable knowledge through systematic, rigorous investigation across all areas of scientific inquiry.
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.
The Fenniri team has discovered a new class of nanotubes formed from synthetic organic molecules, enabling complete control over their formation and properties. These nanotubes can be customized to possess different physical and chemical properties, making them suitable for various industrial applications.
Rep. Jerry Lewis has been recognized for his advocacy of science and technology programs at the Department of Defense. His leadership has led to an increase in funding for defense science and technology since becoming chair of the House National Security Appropriations Subcommittee.
The MIT model provides predictive capabilities for understanding defect nucleation and growth, crucial for nanotechnology. It explains how defects like cracks or dislocations develop from waves in four stages, providing a key finding for materials science.
The OptIPuter project aims to create a parallel computer that uses optical networks to connect distributed clusters and large data repositories. This will enable scientists to analyze and visualize massive amounts of data in near real-time.
The Department of Education at Washington University in St. Louis has received a $10 million NSF grant to establish the Center for Integrating Science, Technology, and Learning (CISTL). CISTL will focus on supporting inquiry-based teaching and learning in K-12 science education through professional development and research projects.
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is leading a global effort to develop revolutionary materials and systems for safely and economically purifying water. Researchers will focus on improving disinfection and desalination processes, removing trace contaminants, and eliminating foulants that clog filters.
Alexander Raikhel, a UC Riverside researcher, has received a $4.3 million NIH grant to study the regulation of genes in mosquitoes. Understanding these mechanisms could lead to developing means to interrupt disease transmission cycles and prevent mosquito-borne illnesses like West Nile virus and Dengue Fever.
A five-year initiative led by Partnership for Biodiversity Informatics will enhance researchers' global access to data and information. The project aims to locate relevant data sets, utilize distributed computational services, and exercise new analysis methods.
Researchers aim to compress images for small mobile agents, reducing power requirements and enabling wireless data transmission in confined spaces. Successful technology advances could benefit search and rescue operations, soldiers' field communications, and micro-air vehicles.
The Truthsayer system uses digital signatures to guarantee the accuracy and authenticity of online information. This approach makes it challenging for hackers to alter information without being detected, thus reducing the need for high-level security measures.
Kelley, a Cornell professor, has been capturing images of the Earth's upper atmosphere over Greece as part of a Fulbright program research project. He aims to find clear evidence for waves traveling through atmospheric layers and their effect on radar.
The University of Minnesota and the Science Museum will collaborate on a $19.3 million NSF grant to study earth-surface dynamics and develop predictive models for landscape changes. The center will explore four themes, including landscapes and seascapes, basins, and human impact on landscapes.
The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) is launching a $20 million effort to pinpoint environmental triggers of Parkinson's disease. Three centers will conduct independent research, including the University of California at Los Angeles, Emory University, and The Parkinson's Institute.
Dr. Vladimir Voevodsky and Madhu Sudan received the prestigious awards for their innovative contributions to algebraic geometry, number theory, computer science, and probabilistically checkable proofs.
A study found that consuming more calories and fats may be linked to a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. The research, published in the Archives of Neurology, followed 980 elderly individuals for an average of four years and recorded their calorie intake.
Luesch will receive the $45,000 fellowship to investigate new cancer drugs at The Scripps Research Institute. He completed his Ph.D. work this summer at the University of Hawaii at Manoa under Richard E. Moore, Ph.D., and will join Peter G. Schultz, Ph. D.
A new compound is being developed to target specific types of hearing loss, with the goal of repairing and regrowing injured or damaged auditory hair cells. The treatment aims to prevent hearing loss by bolstering the inner ear's antioxidant defenses and may offer hope for some patients with sudden hearing loss.
A new Gulf buoy network is being developed to detect harmful algal blooms, also known as red tides, which can cause fish kills and human illnesses. The system uses FlowCAM technology, which will provide continuous monitoring of water column images, allowing for early warning and prediction of deadly red tides.
A three-year grant awarded by EPA aims to develop a scientific way to accurately estimate pesticide exposure among children, especially farmworker sons and daughters. Researchers use novel methods like videotaping children at home to quantify real-life exposure to pesticide residues.
The 'Evacuation Management Decision Support System' (EMDSS) aims to help public officials balance public safety and evacuation costs. The system will factor in diverse elements such as time constraints, event uncertainty, and economic impact on evacuated areas.
A Syracuse University study found that the LSTA generated an average of 17% increase in new funding for libraries from state and non-governmental sources. This increase held even when adjusted for a strong economy, demonstrating the positive impact of federal spending on revenue.
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) recommends a single official to coordinate R&D across 26 agencies. This coordination is essential for advancing planned Department of Homeland Security initiatives and investigating terrorism.
Researchers at UCSD create hybrid composite alloy material combining shape-memory nickel-titanium with super-elastic foams and glass beads for enhanced flexibility and resilience. The new material absorbs high-velocity impacts, potentially stopping cracks and collateral damage.
The study aims to optimize planned control of the parasitic fish that have had a devastating impact on native fish populations in Lake Champlain and the Great Lakes. Anglers will be asked to collect marked sea lampreys from their catches, providing valuable data for researchers.
Researchers found a lack of information available to asylum seekers and host communities, hindering effective integration. The study highlights the need for better communication, public relations campaigns, and coordinated services.
A new study by Pamela Paxton found that organizations with strong connections to the larger community promote democracy, while isolated groups have a negative impact. Countries with more of these connected groups tend to score higher on measures of democracy.
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Investigator Awards program funds research initiatives addressing cultural influences on pain management, the right to healthcare, and the impact of regulation on human subjects. The newly funded projects will provide fresh insights to inform health policy.
A study by psychologists from the University of Amsterdam found that mentally fatigued persons have difficulty translating objectives into actions, are less flexible, and more persistent in their behavior. They also scored lower in psychological tests and made more mistakes, particularly when faced with changing rules or situations.
A study on the French text 'Lancelot en prose' found that minor characters helped medieval readers follow complex tale plots. These stereotypical characters, such as damsels and dwarfs, served specific narrative functions.
Researchers are studying prehistoric human footpaths in Costa Rica, which were visible only through satellite images but invisible to the naked eye. The team hopes to uncover insights into ancient settlements, cultural practices, and potential connections between villages.
A new study funded by a $350,000 grant aims to examine how alcohol impairs women's ability to recognize and respond to risk of sexual aggression. The research will provide information on resistance strategies to help women engage in safer dating situations.
The Mayor of London is at the center of a complex pattern of governance, with partnerships between organizations playing a crucial role. Business sectors have been successful in getting their needs represented to the Mayor, but NGOs have struggled to organize effectively.
A new $4 million grant from the NIH will explore four sets of factors contributing to childhood stuttering, including language function, epidemiology, motor/physiological functions, and psychological factors. Researchers hope to identify risk factors and predictors for recovery.
The NIH has granted $3.5 million in funding to four institutions to enhance their human embryonic stem cell (hESC) research infrastructure. The funds will support the expansion, testing, quality assurance, and distribution of existing cell lines, enabling basic scientists to access these cells for research.
The LaserNet Fines instrument uses algorithms based on neural networking to analyze particulate matter, making accurate predictions with 97% accuracy. This technology has immense potential for improving the Navy's safety and readiness while reducing costs in multiple industries, including railroad, trucking, and construction.
Carbon nanotubes have been shown to exhibit exceptional mechanical properties, enabling the creation of high-speed electronic devices. The breakthrough could lead to the development of hand-held DNA detectors, superfast optical detectors, and computer chip speeds faster than current Pentium processors.
The project aims to develop detection and classification algorithms for multi-modal inverse problems, enabling robots to sense invisible signals and trace them back to their sources.
A Purdue University method estimates how much UV-B radiation people receive under different amounts of tree cover, affecting land use and skin cancer risk. The model suggests that even partial shade provides significant protection against skin cancer, with 90% tree-canopy coverage offering the equivalent of SPF 10 sunblock.
A national consortium led by Cornell University is proposing a 20-mile-long linear collider to detect the Higgs boson and explore supersymmetry and antimatter. The collider would accelerate beams of electrons and positrons at high energies, providing fundamental details about the origin of the universe.
Researchers discovered that a lack of autonomy at work increases the risk of prolonged fatigue by 1.5-2 times. Additionally, men who are overweight or physically inactive experience faster onset of fatigue, while women who are underweight have a threefold increased risk.
The Trio language requires precision in translation to convey expectations and avoid misunderstandings. With a complex grammar system, Trio speakers must specify verb forms to indicate whether they witnessed or understood information.
Scientists have discovered a key gene responsible for tomato ripening, which could lead to tastier and more nutritious grocery store tomatoes. The discovery allows researchers to moderate the ripening process, creating tomatoes that ripen at different speeds.
The Ford Foundation grant will help researchers define problems facing social sciences, compare historical trajectories in several countries, and foster international discussion. Academically, the social sciences face challenges due to shifting emphasis on science, technology, and quantitative research methods.
Researchers developed a Web-based display, CIP, to describe current icing conditions, which goes into service this week for meteorologists and airline dispatchers. A companion tool, FIP (Forecast Icing Potential), forecasts potential icing up to 12 hours ahead but is still in development.
The new center will explore various initiatives toward insulin independence without long-term immunosuppression. Researchers will investigate less toxic drugs and test donor islets protected by a sheath-like membrane to reduce immune response.
The U.S. Civilian Research and Development Foundation (CRDF) has established the Georgian Research and Development Foundation (GRDF), the Republic of Georgia's first independent grant-making science foundation. The GRDF aims to develop the country's scientific-engineering community through merit-driven research support.
The project aims to develop a 'Field-Portable Chip-Based Anti-Terrorism Microanalyzer' using 'laboratory on a chip' technology. This device will enable immediate detection of terrorist agents, benefiting first responders such as firefighters, police, and paramedics.
University of Southern Mississippi researchers developed an agricultural-based paint using soybean oil or lesquerella oil, reducing toxic pollutants. The paint, American Pride, has potential applications in various industries and will benefit the state's economy.
The Office of Naval Research has awarded $8.4M to 10 young investigators for their basic research in various science and engineering fields, including ocean circulation models, heat conduction, brain-inspired computing, microbial adhesion, mobile wireless networks, damage tolerance, weather predictions, and neuromorphic engineering.
Yuri Lvov, a Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute faculty member, has been honored with two prestigious awards for his outstanding research in weak turbulence theory and deep internal ocean waves. His work aims to improve weather prediction accuracy and semiconductor laser efficiency.
Women tend to make greater tonal movements and use more intonation in questioning, enabling clearer differentiation between statements and types of questions. The findings suggest that women prioritize clarity and are less afraid of adopting a position of dependency in communication.
Research by Margriet van Eikema Hommes shows that shadows in Raphael's painting became darker over time, changing the contrast and creating a theatrical effect. The study provides insights into the original composition of Renaissance paints and their aging process.
A symposium at AAAS explores the gap between practitioners of science and the public, discussing efforts to promote general scientific literacy through community involvement and education. Researchers and educators highlight successful programs and strategies for effective outreach.
The GRIP aims to combat 'brain drain' by providing partial salaries and research support to well-trained young investigators returning home. Eligible scientists can compete for funds through a peer-reviewed process.
Economist Robert Moffitt has received a $1.3 million MERIT award to investigate the relationship between welfare reform and out-of-wedlock childbearing, exploring potential factors beyond just welfare benefits.
Researchers have developed a new method to detect potential tropical cyclones using satellite data, allowing for earlier warning times of up to 40 hours. This technique uses wind speed data from the SeaWinds scatterometer on NASA's QuikSCAT satellite to identify areas of rotating winds.
Researchers at the new Center for Hazardous Substances in Urban Environments will develop tools to gauge risks associated with hazardous waste sites and clean up pollutants. The center's initiatives focus on urban livability and brownfield redevelopment, aiming to create jobs and improve tax bases while addressing environmental concerns.
A $46,000 grant will aid in identifying and addressing environmental issues facing ten National Park units. Mary-Jane James-Pirri will conduct field assessments and compile literature to create a comprehensive document on wetland health and management.
The Northeast Organic Network (NEON) will examine ways to enhance production and consumption of locally grown organic food in the Northeastern United States. Over two years, NEON will develop enterprise budgets and support tools to improve organic farming management.
Chemical oceanographers at the University of Rhode Island used naturally occurring radium to estimate ground water input to coastal systems. The study found that ground water was a significant source of radium in Rhode Island salt ponds.