Articles tagged with Research Funding
A research team led by the University of Houston will examine external review letters and tenure clock extensions to uncover ways to reduce bias and increase representation of faculty from diverse backgrounds. The project aims to create training programs to promote transparency and fairness in promotion and tenure processes.
Astronomer Alicia Rutledge has been awarded a $200,000 NASA Planetary Science Early Career Award to support the development of a field-portable laboratory for her research on cold-climate alteration processes. The award will enable her to conduct analog fieldwork and train next-generation scientists in planetary analog science.
Marianna Maiaru, a mechanical engineering assistant professor at UMass Lowell, has received a $450,000 grant from the Air Force to advance the development and processing of high-strength, high-temperature structural materials. Her project focuses on ceramic matrix composite (CMC) materials used in aerospace applications.
A study found that the Tsimane indigenous people have slower brain atrophy than Westerners, suggesting their physically active lifestyle and high-fiber diet may hold the key to slowing down aging. The researchers enrolled 746 Tsimane adults in their study and compared their brain volumes with those in three industrialized populations.
Physicists at DTU have developed a microscopic harvester controlled by AI, eliminating the need for chemical and mechanical processes. The technology can extract valuable substances directly from plant cells, reducing pollution and costs.
The National Science Foundation has renewed funding for the Materials Innovation Platform at Penn State's Materials Research Institute, enabling the development of new ultra-thin materials with unique quantum properties. The facility will advance 2D materials research across the US, supporting over 100 scientists nationwide.
Researchers found that children who attended childcare outside the home during COVID-19 made greater gains in language and thinking skills, particularly among those from less advantaged backgrounds. The study recommends sustainable funding for nursery provision, promotion of funded places in target areas, and removal of administrative ...
A study by Boston University School of Medicine researchers has identified significant alterations in white matter, including loss of oligodendrocytes and changes to oligodendroglial subtypes, in CTE brains. These findings may lead to new treatments for the progressive brain disease associated with repetitive head trauma.
A recent qualitative study identified facilitators for rehabilitation care of individuals with spatial neglect, including the importance of family support, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuous treatment. Experts also highlighted the need for therapists to engage patients and their families in therapy to improve outcomes.
The IFSS portal offers over 100 innovative solutions to improve nutrition, restore the environment, and promote social equity. It provides a platform for collaboration and access to information about game-changing solutions.
A study of Italian lockdowns found that business shutdowns significantly reduced COVID-19 deaths. The research estimated that the shutdowns saved over 9,400 lives in less than a month.
Scientists call for stronger focus on understanding sand use and extraction to achieve economic and environmental justice. A new approach considers the interlinkages of sand supply and demand, linking extraction, processing, distribution, economics, and policy to reduce negative impacts.
Archivist Sarah Buchanan assesses and preserves artifacts to better understand their origin and cultural heritage. Her research reveals the importance of provenance in authenticating collections and shedding light on cultural history.
Researchers tracked swifts using miniature technology and found they can migrate 570 kilometers a day, with some journeys reaching over 830 kilometers. The birds use a 'fly-and-forage' strategy, fueling and foraging along the way to reduce fuel costs and maximize speed.
A team of researchers has proposed a revised mechanism for adding functional groups onto simple hydrocarbons like methane, highlighting the essential role of chlorine atoms. This new understanding is crucial for designing next-generation catalysts and finding scalable approaches to turn greenhouse gases into value-added chemicals.
Researchers analyzed four decades of data on American crocodiles in the Everglades, finding that high-salinity water has a negative impact on their health and survival. The study provides insight into the species' response to environmental changes.
Researchers developed an AI system to identify soccer goalkeeper expertise based on their eye movements. The study found that experts exhibited distinct eye movement patterns compared to novices.
A recent study published in PLOS ONE found that individuals relying on traditional news sources are more accepting of the COVID-19 vaccine. The research highlights the importance of trusted sources in shaping public opinion on vaccination.
Researchers at Cornell University have identified DNA markers that determine grape flower sex and pinpointed the genetic origins of the perfect flower. This study provides breeders with a tool to screen seedlings for flower sex, reducing waste and increasing efficiency in breeding programs.
A study by University of Pennsylvania neuroscientist Joseph Kable reveals the default mode network splits into two sub-networks: one for constructing and predicting imagined events, and another for evaluating their positivity or negativity. This finding sheds light on the neural basis of imaginative abilities.
A SMU professor is receiving a $215,000 grant from NASA to analyze data on Active Galactic Nuclei using the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite. The two-year project aims to shed light on black hole behavior and processes that emit powerful jets into host galaxies.
Researchers at Cornell University are using artificial intelligence to discover new materials that could help achieve emissions-free driving. The four-year project combines data-driven deep learning with knowledge-driven reasoning and optimization techniques to accelerate the discovery of new clean energy materials.
Researchers Farrokh Alemi and Amira Roess received funding to evaluate the effectiveness of symptom screening with predictive algorithm combined with at-home testing, finding it more accurate than alone.
Scientists at Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology create novel technique to probe monoatomic chain bonds using transmission electron microscopy and quartz length-extension resonator. They successfully measure the strength of individual Pt bonds and observe the formation and breaking of monoatomic Pt chains in real-time.
Researchers have developed an innovative GIS map to help building professionals achieve successful Plus Energy Building design. The European Climate and Cultural Atlas combines knowledge from social sciences and building engineering to provide insights into energy practices.
A study found that female lawyers are more likely to experience stress, engage in risky drinking, and contemplate leaving the profession due to burnout. Workplace factors such as work overcommitment and high work-family conflict scores were significant predictors of these issues for women.
Geochemical evidence contradicts historical accounts by Herodotus and Diodorus Siculus, showing that Himera's soldiers were mostly local during the first battle but increased non-Greek mercenaries in the second. The study provides new insights into ancient Greek military forces and migration patterns.
The study suggests that the islanders' strict separation into independent sub-groups helped maintain cultural diversity. This pattern is attributed to the finite population size and localized community structures.
Researchers at the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian are using a $2.8 million grant to test their theory that astronomy can be an early gateway to attract youth to STEM fields. The program, YouthAstroNet, has already shown positive results in increasing interest and confidence among students from underrepresented groups.
Research from the Com-COV study shows that mixing COVID-19 vaccine doses can lead to more frequent mild-moderate symptoms, but adverse reactions are short-lived and no safety concerns were found. The study's findings suggest that mixed schedules could result in increased work absences after vaccination.
Patients who survive sepsis are more likely to die within a year or suffer from long-term complications. Alterations in defense cell metabolism may explain this phenomenon, which is linked to frequent reinfections, cardiovascular alterations, cognitive disabilities, and poor quality of life.
Researchers at UCF have developed a propulsion system that can stabilize detonation waves, enabling flight speeds of Mach 6 to 17. The technology improves jet engine efficiency and could be used in air and space travel.
A study published in the International Journal of Obesity found that men prenatally exposed to the Dutch famine of 1944-45 were 30% more likely to be overweight with a BMI of 25 or over at age 19. The researchers speculate that changes in DNA methylation may contribute to this increased risk.
Scientists at Graz University of Technology are producing biodegradable materials from wood components to combat climate change. They aim to create plastic-free and recyclable paper packaging with improved barrier properties.
Researchers set four ambitious goals to accelerate mental health research, focusing on reducing persistent mental health problems in children, improving physical-mental health links, increasing new treatments, and enhancing access to care. The targets aim to improve mental health outcomes, reduce costs, and promote innovation.
Dr. Amy Azano is leading initiatives to improve rural education, including the Summer Enrichment Experience at Virginia Tech and the Appalachian Rural Talent Initiative. The programs focus on providing academic and social experiences for rural middle-schoolers and increasing access to gifted education in high-poverty schools.
The nTIDE report shows increases in employment-to-population ratios and labor force participation rates for working-age individuals with and without disabilities. These modest gains indicate a trend back to pre-COVID employment levels, suggesting better employment outcomes going forward.
Researchers at DOE's Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory receive $2 million in funding to investigate magnetic reconnection and plasma blobs that can disrupt communications satellites. They aim to recreate conditions in the magnetosphere using a device resembling an enormous silvery barrel tipped on its side.
A team of environmental engineers has presented a model that predicts where a disease will spread from an outbreak, in what patterns and how quickly. The model, based on data from county health agencies, shows similar patterns across regions, including urban and rural areas.
A new study published in Science Advances found that increased access to birth control in Colorado led to a 14% decrease in the percentage of young women who left high school before graduating. The program, which expanded access to more forms of contraception, also showed improvements in graduation rates among Hispanic women.
A study found that increased access to birth control in Colorado led to a 1.66 percentage-point increase in high school graduation among young women one year after the initiative was introduced. The research provides evidence for the U.S. Title X program's goal of ensuring low-income and uninsured residents can complete their education.
Researchers will examine Latin America's role in shaping international order during the nineteenth century, drawing on multinational archival work. The study aims to contribute to debates on historical International Relations and republicanism, shedding light on British-Latin American relations.
Researchers develop light-emitting metallacages via coordination-driven self-assembly, overcoming aggregation-caused quenching challenges. The AIE phenomenon enables high luminescence efficiency in aggregate states, enabling applications in sensing, biomedicine, and catalysis.
A recent survey study estimated that the percentage of US adolescents who reported at least one diagnosed concussion during their lifetime has increased. The study found that nearly 3% of adolescents in the United States experienced a concussion, with higher rates among males and those participating in contact sports.
A new study explains that strike-slip faults, which were previously believed to trigger only small tsunamis, can generate unusually large waves like the devastating Palu tsunami in 2018. Researchers discovered a mechanism for these massive tsunamis to form, suggesting other coastal cities may need to reevaluate their risk level.
Researchers developed a technique to automatically search for simulation configurations that test various behaviors of automated driving systems. The proposed method uses evolutionary computation to discover configurations leading to specific features of driving behaviors, such as high acceleration and deceleration.
A Brazilian study tested pet dogs and cats of humans diagnosed with COVID-19, finding 40% of cats and 31% of dogs were infected. Under half displayed symptoms, suggesting transmission may be more common than initially thought.
Lutz Ackermann's ERC Advanced Grant project aims to replace toxic reagents with green electricity and control electrocatalytic transformations of biomolecules. The project combines two resource-saving concepts to minimize waste products and bypass lengthy synthesis sequences.
A recent study published in the Journal of Business Venturing found that entrepreneurs whose facial expressions conveyed a mix of emotions during funding pitches were more successful. The study analyzed nearly 500 pitch videos and found that varying three emotional expressions (happiness, anger, fear) led to the most fundraising success.
Two compounds, (-)-geosmin and 3-methyl-1H-indole, are found to be primary contributors to the musty and moldy scents of cocoa beans. Measuring their amounts within cocoa beans could help detect off-putting scents and flavors.
Workers who faced the room and had relatively few desks in their line of sight rated themselves more focused and productive, as well as their teams being better bonded. Staff at window desks also felt more productive than those sitting beside walls.
Researchers have identified a new species of frog with unique fluorescent properties, found in Brazil. The newly discovered species is highly poisonous, posing a threat to its ecosystem.
The Brownfields Assistance Center at West Virginia University has helped communities resurrect once lifeless properties since 2006. The Center's expertise and guidance have enabled neighborhoods in the Mid-Atlantic region to transform brownfields into community assets, generating economic opportunity and jobs.
A global research team has created a previously unknown two-dimensional material called beryllonitrene, which exhibits a distorted electronic lattice structure. This new material has great potential for applications in quantum technology, including high-performance computing and secure communication.
People with autoimmune rheumatic diseases are more likely to develop heart attacks and strokes due to chronic inflammation. Regular exercise improves vascular function, reducing the risk of atherosclerosis and promoting structural recovery of damaged arteries.
The International Culture Collection of Vesicular Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi will be relocated to the University of Kansas due to a grant from the National Science Foundation. WVU researchers will duplicate the collection and send it to Jim Bever at KU for cultivation, with the goal of sustaining cultures in perpetuity.
Engineers can now determine material properties like stress and strain from images of their internal structure, reducing computational complexity. The AI-powered approach uses computer vision and machine learning to generate estimates in real-time.
A new study proposes a deep learning-based model for cross-lingual voice conversion with controllable speaker individuality, improving over previous models' drawbacks. The model applies language embedding and F0 modeling with control over the fundamental frequency contour.
A $2.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation will support algebra teachers' professional development at the University of Missouri-Columbia. The goal is to create new online materials that help students better understand algebra and develop critical thinking skills, ultimately leading to improved learning outcomes.
Two Norwegian University of Science and Technology professors have been awarded prestigious ERC Advanced Grants. The grants will fund research on mobile robots with advanced chemistry, providing up to NOK 25 million in support over five years.