News on the grants and awards that fuel scientific work. Covers federal grants, foundation awards, gene-editing and disease programs, and shifts in funding policy.
The researchers aim to create a set of tools to help other chemists select and produce the right crystal structures for new drugs, potentially saving time and cost. By understanding how molecules crystallize, they hope to speed up the development process and lower costs.
Dr. Nico Spiller to develop new analysis methods using machine learning to analyze complex brain data related to memory, decision making, and movement. The fellowship aims to provide insights into neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.
A new research project aims to promote dual-language development for children with autism in bilingual families. The study will examine the type of bilingual environment and factors related to their ability to speak or understand both languages.
The University of Missouri has received a $2 million grant from the Department of Justice to help detect potential threats to school safety in rural Missouri schools. The project will partner with up to 26 rural school districts and utilize technology software to monitor online activity for threatening language or images.
Researchers from UC San Diego and Yale University are exploring the therapeutic potential of
A new report highlights the need for sustained investment in the public health workforce, which lost 40,000 positions in the 2009 recession. Strategies include ensuring diversity among students and supporting trainees within all sectors to address workforce shortages and challenges.
The Faraday Institution has successfully scaled up its battery research to support the development of five projects funded by Innovate UK. These projects focus on recovering valuable materials and developing new battery technologies, such as quasi-solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries and solid-state pouch cells.
A new research project aims to solve the physics behind excessive bubble formation in electrolysis, a bottleneck in large-scale green hydrogen production. The team will combine numerical simulations and laboratory experiments to develop reliable modelling tools.
West Virginia University professors Dana Coester and Joel Beeson are addressing election integrity in Appalachia through a series of nonpartisan workshops, presentations, and screenings. They aim to foster community resilience against disinformation and manipulation, promoting civic engagement among young people.
A new Swedish quantum computer is being made available to the industry, accompanied by a test bed and a quantum helpdesk. The test bed will allow companies and researchers to solve problems using quantum technology at a significantly lower cost than existing commercial options.
Researchers analyzed how immunological memory gets generated and maintained to understand its role in cancer and inflammatory diseases. They found that increased inflammation can actually reduce immunological memory, highlighting the need for regulation.
Researchers at the University of Reading are working on a £2 million project to increase UK-grown faba beans in bread, improving nutritional quality and sustainability. The 'Raising the Pulse' project aims to encourage farmers to switch wheat-producing land to faba bean for human consumption.
Researchers found that certain gene signaling pathways, such as interferon γ and beta-catenin, can lead to tumor hyperprogression after immunotherapy. Targeting these pathways may prevent hyperprogression in preclinical models.
Researchers analyzed data from the VITAL trial and found that vitamin D supplementation increased biomarkers associated with vitamin D metabolism in people, regardless of their weight. However, these increases were significantly smaller in people with elevated BMIs, suggesting a blunted response to supplementation.
Researchers aim to develop a drug that enhances brown adipose tissue response to cold exposure, potentially treating hypothermia and arctic exploration challenges. The new screening method could also optimize drug development for diseases and infections, reducing costs and time.
Researchers found a genetic alteration in the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein that redirects the virus into a storage compartment within cells, reducing its surface exposure. This change may affect the immune system's ability to identify and kill infected cells.
A Rutgers study found that military service members who hide their suicidal thoughts and avoid behavioral health care tend to store their firearms unsafely. Those with undisclosed past year suicidal thoughts stored their firearms at home more often and with a locking device in place less often.
Researchers analyzed 300 oceanographic projects funded by FAPESP, revealing a shift from USP to other institutions. FAPESP's support for long-term projects and collaborative research has significantly increased knowledge of Brazilian oceans. Deep-sea research remains a gap to be filled, requiring further collaboration and funding.
The eLTER initiative offers Transnational Access (TA) and Remote Access (RA) funding for scientists conducting research in biodiversity, biogeochemistry, or socio-ecological fields. Long-term data and state-of-the-art instrumentation are available at 34 sites across 19 countries.
Research from Michigan Medicine reveals that high levels of ammonia in colon tumors can lead to reduced T cell growth and immunotherapy resistance. A study published in Cell Metabolism found that using an FDA-approved drug to lower ammonia levels made tumors more sensitive to treatment.
Researchers have developed a new method for recycling high-density polyethylene (HDPE) into fully recyclable and biodegradable material. The approach uses catalysts to cleave polymer chains, reducing carbon emissions and pollution associated with HDPE.
The RITHMS project aims to enhance police forces' and customs authorities' capabilities in tackling illicit cultural trafficking with innovative technologies. The platform will utilize Social Network Analysis to identify organized criminal networks and provide valuable information to investigators.
A UMass Amherst microbiologist is working to develop new treatments for tuberculosis by targeting the bacteria's surface structure. The goal is to create a drug that can disrupt the cell envelope, making the bacteria vulnerable to attack.
A recent study has identified common and unique cellular processes in six neurodegenerative diseases, providing new insights into the underlying causes of these conditions. The research used machine learning analysis to compare RNA markers in whole blood samples from patients with distinct diseases, revealing eight shared themes across...
The UTSA-led Consortium on Nuclear Security Technologies (CONNECT) has received a five-year, $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration. The program aims to educate and train the next generation of scientists and engineers in nuclear security, with a focus on underrepresented students.
Scientists at Aston University are developing processes to capture low-cost energy from rice straw, with the goal of powering Indonesia's households and reducing air pollution. The project aims to increase energy extraction from rice straw from 35% to 70%, providing a sustainable source of locally generated energy.
Scientists at Aston University are developing a new technology to provide surfaces with channels less than five nanometres in width, enabling increased capacity in data storage devices. The goal is to tackle the global shortage of digital data storage and reduce the need for costly construction of new mega data centres.
The new global investigators will receive financial support to build and expand their network and research portfolios over four years. They will also have access to training and networking activities.
The NIH has established a research network to test community-based harm reduction strategies, including naloxone distribution and fentanyl test strips, to reduce overdose deaths. The network aims to save lives by connecting people who use drugs with services and treatments.
A new research project led by Associate Professor Marta Victoria aims to describe periods of extreme weather and design strategies for reliable renewable energy systems. The project, funded with DKK 6.2 million, will run for four years and focus on predicting and adapting to multiple adverse events.
An international team of researchers is exploring how human occupation and land use over hundreds of years affected the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most critically threatened tropical forests. The study aims to produce an 'atlas of human impact' using historical, archaeological, and ecological data.
The report analyzed funding and scientific production in Spain's State Research Plan between 2013-2020, finding that Spanish universities received 74% of projects and 61% of funding. Universities also produced the majority of scientific publications (77%), with Catalonia leading in publications.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine discovered that regulating the electrical charge on the inner side of the cell membrane can activate pathways responsible for cell movement. This finding has potential implications for understanding cancer cell migration and immune cell function.
A new, non-invasive malaria detection tool developed by a University of Queensland-led team can quickly identify entire villages or towns suffering from the disease. The device uses infrared-light and is chemical-free, needle-free, and detects malaria through the skin.
The Aston University Institute for Forensic Linguistics is part of the AUTHOR research consortium, which aims to infer authorship of uncredited documents based on writing style. The project will focus on feature discovery and has promising applications in identifying counterintelligence risks and combating misinformation online.
A study published in PLoS Genetics reveals the mechanism by which a selfish gene in yeast, wtf4, enables its function using a poison-antidote strategy. This strategy involves the production of poison protein that can kill spores, but is countered by an antidote protein produced only by those spores that inherit the drive allele.
The NSF is seeking proposals to utilize the ISS National Laboratory for fundamental research in fluid dynamics, thermal transport, and combustion. Researchers aim to advance knowledge that benefits life on Earth, particularly in predicting and preventing catastrophic mudslides after wildfires.
Scientists at Brookhaven Lab will develop a comprehensive theoretical framework for describing the interaction of heavy-flavor particles with quark-gluon plasma. The Heavy-Flavor Theory Collaboration aims to provide insights into the properties of quark-gluon plasma and its precursors in nuclear matter.
A new research project, led by the University of Reading and University of Southampton, aims to enhance primary foreign language teachers' knowledge and classroom skills using digital technology. The 'Digital Empowerment in Language Teaching' programme will be rolled out across England and Scotland to support teacher development.
The SURGE Topical Theory Collaboration aims to develop calculations and a theoretical framework for discovering the saturated state of gluons. Scientists hope to gain deeper insight into the strong force and gluons' role in generating hadron properties.
Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz developed a prototype that combines Brownian and reservoir computing to perform Boolean logic operations. This innovation uses metallic thin films exhibiting magnetic skyrmions to achieve energy savings through automatic system reset.
A two-year study funded by NEFE and the FINRA Foundation aims to increase the effectiveness of high school personal finance courses. The project will examine teacher perspectives and student reactions to personal finance classes, with a focus on high-poverty schools.
The Arnhem Postal History Project will be made available to the public for the first time in digital exhibits over 3000 individual letters and postcards. The project uses GIS, CMS, and network tools to provide critical insights into daily life during WWII, postal history, and the Holocaust.
A recent study analyzed over 1 million NSF proposals from 1996 to 2019 and found significant racial disparities in federal funding for science research. White researchers consistently received more funding than non-white groups, with disparities increasing steadily over the years.
The new CRC 1551 will study the polymer properties of DNA, RNA, and proteins to understand their interaction in cells. The researchers aim to describe and understand nonequilibrium processes in cells triggered by complex interplay of cellular polymers.
Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz has been awarded funding for three Collaborative Research Centers in the life sciences, including CRC 1551 and CRC/Transregio 355. The centers will focus on investigating polymer concepts in cellular function and heterogeneity of regulatory T cells in distinct microenvironments.
The Washington D.C. metro area's dashboard is being developed at PSU, allowing users to see all the data together in one place. The project aims to improve nonmotorized planning by providing clean, quality-checked biking and walking count data.
Researchers studied the strong nuclear force using nickel-64 nuclei, discovering that they change shapes under high-energy conditions. The team used advanced detectors to analyze gamma rays and particle direction, revealing two possible shapes for the nucleus: oblate and prolate.
A UTIA study will improve price discovery and market transparency in hay markets, providing valuable information for buyers and sellers. By understanding valued attributes of hay, producers can make informed purchasing and selling decisions, managing livestock feed cost and nutrition.
Researchers at Max Planck Institute will fabricate hybrid superconducting circuits to explore novel superconductors and study the gap structure of atomically thin materials. The project aims to unravel the structure of the superconducting phase, crucial for understanding interacting many-body quantum systems.
A POSTECH research team developed single-cell-driven tri-channel encryption meta-displays, which project different images depending on where you look at them. These displays overcome the limitations of conventional metasurfaces by combining amplitude modulation and geometric phase manipulation.
Uri Vool receives ERC Starting Grant to fabricate hybrid superconducting circuits for novel material exploration and studying the gap structure of atomically thin materials. This project aims to unravel the superconducting phase in these materials, crucial for understanding interacting many-body quantum systems.
The US Department of State funded a $99,995 interactive peacemaking program at George Mason University to increase constructive connections between civil society representatives. The program aims to build stronger relationships through participatory action evaluation until its end in September 2024.
A new research project at Aarhus University aims to develop intelligent drones that can detect ice on turbine blades, optimizing energy production and expanding market opportunities. The project has the potential to reduce energy losses by up to 80% and enable wind farms to operate in colder climates.
The nfdi4energy consortium will increase usability of research results for various actors in energy systems research. Researchers from multiple institutions will work together to make data trackable, usable, and optimally reusable.
The DiaQNOS project aims to develop quantum sensors for improved brain tumor surgery. Magnetic field sensors will refine neuronavigation, enabling more precise incision paths. Researchers from Mainz University and partners will create a device suitable for use in surgery.
The DocMapper.ca platform provides an interactive map listing physicians' names, contact info, and language skills in the Ottawa and Renfrew County area. Available in English and French, it lists over 50 languages, addressing a significant language barrier for patients seeking family care.
Elias Bou-Harb, UTSA cyber security professor, has received $1.5 million in grants from the National Science Foundation to research Internet of Things (IoT) security and critical infrastructure protection. The projects aim to develop algorithms to fingerprint exploited IoT devices and improve internet security on IoT devices.
The Simons Foundation is launching a $250 million initiative to fund bold, transformational neuroscience research over the next 10 years. The foundation aims to support cross-disciplinary collaborations that address fundamental questions about brain function, with an emphasis on innovative ideas and junior investigators.
Researchers at Lehigh University have secured $13.2 million in funding to improve hydrogen generation and carbon capture/sequestration technologies through a partnership with Georgia Tech's UNCAGE-ME Center. The goal is to develop catalysts that can mitigate the degradation of these technologies in real-world conditions.