Articles tagged with Research Funding
Rice University, Texas Southern University, and the University of Houston have won a $2.66 million NSF grant to enhance training and resources for underrepresented minorities in engineering and science disciplines. The project aims to create a more diverse workforce and address systemic barriers that impede their success.
A new study by Stanford SPARQ found that race affects investment judgments of asset allocators, contributing to disparities in the financial services industry. The research partnership aims to promote fairness by examining unconscious bias driving racial disparities.
The University of Bath's Naturbeads technology uses cellulose to create biodegradable microbeads that can replace plastic microbeads in personal care products, reducing ocean pollution. The company will receive funding to commercialize the technology and test its use in cosmetic and personal care industries.
A new training program aims to help children with food allergies stay safe. The Food Allergy Superheroes Training (FAST) Program will teach 6-8 year olds basic skills to react responsibly to food allergies. The program's goal is to increase adherence to food allergy safety guidelines and reduce hospital visits among low-income families.
The MIT Press has released a comprehensive report on open-source publishing software, cataloging 52 platforms that meet survey criteria. The report warns that open publishing faces dual challenges, including siloed development and community organization, which must be addressed for sustainable success.
Researchers discovered that people in Ethiopia lived high up in the Bale Mountains during the Palaeolithic period, around 45,000 years ago. The inhospitable region provided enough water and food sources, including giant rodents and volcanic obsidian rock, allowing humans to survive and thrive.
The Comprehensive Post-Acute Stroke Services (COMPASS) study shares post-stroke care findings with patients, caregivers, and clinicians. The study compares conventional treatment to comprehensive care models, providing valuable insights and resources for improved patient outcomes.
A study published in Acta Psychologica found that subjects' pupils constricted significantly when viewing a blue glare illusion, outperforming other colors. The research team hypothesized that the human visual system relies on ecologically-based predictions to interpret visual input, and this effect is unique to glare illusions.
A new study published in PLOS ONE examines the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and multiple food environments. The research found that a greater number of fast-food restaurants near commute routes is associated with higher BMI.
Researchers at Durham University have spotted a brief transition phase in the development of quasars, challenging conventional views on red quasar color. The team believes this phase is caused by a violent ejection of energy from supermassive black holes, blowing away dust and gas to reveal blue quasars.
Researchers at UTSA are developing indestructible cells that can dissipate energy during earthquakes without deforming or requiring repairs. The new architectural materials could reduce structural steel costs, be lightweight, and absorb high levels of energy.
A PSU professor is conducting a four-year research project to understand how households in Nepal recover from natural disasters, with a focus on the long-term impacts of the 2015 earthquake. The study aims to identify key factors driving recovery and social transformations in communities affected by disasters.
Eastern Canada's climate was characterized by a warm temperate and fully humid climate, with mean annual temperatures around 15°C. This new information is useful for studying the evolution of the region's climate and its relevance to today's changing climate.
Scientists at Huazhong University of Science & Technology have created a bio-inspired untethered fully soft robot in liquid that can actuate using environmental energy gradients. The robot achieves an impressive speed of 7 times higher than the best reported value for untethered soft robotic fish.
Physicist Yue Deng is developing a space weather simulator to predict how energy is distributed during solar flares and magnetic storms. The goal is to improve models' accuracy, affecting GPS and communication systems.
A new study finds that male black widow spiders will hijack the silk trails left by rival males in search of a potential mate. The researchers discovered that males can locate females from up to 60 meters away and move at higher speeds when following rival's silk trails.
A new study questions the statistical evidence underpinning therapies designated as 'Empirically Supported Treatments,' finding that only a small number have strong underlying evidence. The researchers assessed 78 ESTs with low power and replicability estimates, highlighting the need for broad-scale reassessment of psychotherapies.
A study of 18,424 Han Chinese adults found that regular jogging and other exercises like mountain climbing and yoga reduce BMI in individuals predisposed to obesity. These findings suggest that genetics are not destiny and that exercise can help mitigate genetic effects on obesity.
Jyoti Katoch, a condensed matter physicist at Carnegie Mellon University, has received a prestigious early career grant from the US Department of Energy to investigate quantum materials. The grant will enable her research group to explore the electronic and physical properties of 2D materials using advanced technologies.
Reduced-load work enables sustainable careers for managers and professionals, fostering retention and preventing burnout. The flexible arrangement allows employees to customize their workload while progressing in a career.
Research from the University of Notre Dame found that mutual fund managers track insider trades, which can predict future firm returns. The tracked stocks tend to outperform other firm purchases by an annualized abnormal return of 12%.
Researchers have modified cotton fabric to emit a lemony citronella aroma when sweat comes into contact. The fragrance release strategy uses either an odorant-binding protein or liposomes, resulting in quick and controlled scent emission.
New experiments reveal that magic-angle twisted graphene's superconductivity arises from strong interactions between electrons, yielding insights into the rules governing superconductivity. The discovery provides a fundamentally different mechanism for superconductivity compared to traditional materials.
A study by North Dakota State University researchers found that conservation tillage systems can reduce on-farm costs while preserving long-term productivity, dispelling concerns about lower yields.
The Berlin University Alliance, consisting of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Technische Universität Berlin, and Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, has won a major award in the German Excellence Strategy competition. The alliance will receive up to 196 million euros over seven years to create an integrated ...
Michigan State University has received a $2.5 million grant to develop the teaching of less commonly taught languages, particularly Indigenous languages, through a multi-university initiative. The project will create sustainable models of instruction and promote language proficiency to deepen cultural understanding.
A study examining fishing boat captains found that those who explored new territory experienced less impact from disruptions when popular grounds were closed, suggesting the benefits of exploration in uncertain environments. This strategy may provide a way to future-proof livelihoods by drawing on knowledge of alternatives.
The University of Texas at Arlington is developing an algorithm that models the effects of earthquakes on water pipeline infrastructure. This model determines how best to use limited infrastructure funding to make pipelines less prone to earthquake damage.
The Supergen ORE Hub has awarded £1 million to UK universities to support ambitious research projects in offshore renewable energy. The funding aims to tackle key engineering challenges and explore the transfer of research findings between sectors.
Researchers discovered that monovision can cause significant misperceptions of distance and 3D direction, particularly with moving objects. By analyzing the effects of blur differences on visual processing, they found that a darker lens can cancel out the negative impact of monovision.
Researchers identified a fungal compound, pericosine A, that safely and effectively neutralizes skunk spray odor. The compound reacted with and converted specific organosulfur compounds to stable, odorless products, making it suitable for skin application.
Researchers examine SKA-MPG telescope prototype for its ability to investigate cosmic background radiation with ultra precision. The study provides new insights into the origin of the Universe and explores potential applications in gravitational wave detection and dark energy research.
The study reveals a crucial dependency on British and continental European trading sources for Scandinavian mixed-metal artifacts during the Nordic Bronze Age. Metal recycling was common, with smiths reusing imported and local metal objects to create new products.
PCORI is funding two projects to expand use of PCORI-funded research findings in real-world practice. A $1.4 million project aims to increase lung cancer screening rates, while an $860,000 project seeks to improve care for adolescents with TBI through a self-guided online therapy program.
A recent study found that over 34% of recent LSD initiates first used the drug in the summer, while 30% of marijuana, ecstasy, and cocaine use began during this time. The researchers suggest that having extra recreational time during the summer and the growing popularity of outdoor activities may contribute to these findings.
Pierre will explore a new Na/K-ATPase/Src pathway to limit cardiac dysfunction in hopes of developing new therapeutic interventions. The study aims to test two distinct interventions in both acute and chronic phases of myocardial infarction.
A recent study by Northwestern University researchers found that high-stakes accountability policies used to monitor Head Start preschool center quality may overlook significant variation in classroom quality within centers. This could lead to inaccurate representations of center quality and decisions about re-competition for funding.
Researchers measured air quality before, during, and after a large fireworks display in Albany, New York, finding peak levels of submicron particulate matter eight times higher than before. Potassium levels also spiked significantly, peaking at 350 times the background level.
A survey analysis suggests that the relationship between workplace sexual harassment and women's negative self-views weakened between 2016 and 2018. Reported levels of unwanted sexual attention and coercion dropped, while gender harassment increased as a backlash to the #MeToo movement.
The US Department of Energy has awarded $4.6 million to Argonne National Laboratory to support collaborations with private industry and deploy promising energy technologies to the market. This funding is made possible through the Technology Commercialization Fund, which aims to maximize the impact of research investment for the nation.
Researchers at the University of Warwick used bird flocks as a model to demonstrate how individuals can gain greater advantages by working in groups. The algorithm, similar to tree searches, predicts collective motion and suggests that this principle may be fundamental to social co-operation and intelligence.
State-mandated protocols for sepsis care in New York have been associated with significant improvements in patient outcomes, including a reduced risk of death. The study analyzed hospital discharge data and found that these regulations led to better management of sepsis cases, resulting in improved survival rates.
A study published in Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews found that between 66-72% of people hold infants with their left arm. The preference is similar across men and women, and may be linked to emotional processing in the brain.
The City College of New York research team, led by Professor Robert R. Alfano, has identified a new class of photons dubbed 'Majorana photons.' These unique photons have distinct properties that enable deeper penetration into brain tissues and microtubules, providing fundamental information about the brain's structure and function.
A $2.7 million NSF grant will study an active flat slab in Colombia, investigating its effects on the continental crust and volcanism. The research will compare two parts of the flat slab, allowing scientists to understand the initial migration and cessation of volcanism, as well as the formation of ore deposits.
An observational study in France found electronic cigarette use associated with reduced cigarette smoking among current smokers. However, it also showed an increased risk of relapse among former smokers who used e-cigarettes.
Michigan State University has received a $38 million USAID grant to implement a new Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Food Security Policy Research, Capacity and Influence. The lab will partner with local agricultural policy research organizations to strengthen their ability to carry out rigorous research on food security policy.
Salt intake in China has been consistently high over the past four decades, with adults consuming on average above 10g of salt a day. Potassium intake is also low, contradicting efforts to reduce salt consumption. Urgent action is needed to speed up salt reduction and increase potassium intake.
Research from University of Pennsylvania demographers finds that non-Hispanic white life expectancy has slowed or reversed since 2010, especially among 25- to 44-year-olds and women. The trend is particularly stark in rural areas, where mortality has risen despite progress seen in urban centers.
Researchers have developed a new nanomaterial tape that can function over a wide temperature range, from -321 F to 1,832 F. The tape adheres to various materials and surfaces, with no noticeable residues, making it suitable for electronic components and extreme environments.
Brazilian and Italian scientists developed a method to pattern polythiophene, an electrically conductive polymer, to improve its optical and electronic properties. The resulting device is highly selective in emitting and absorbing light, making it suitable for optoelectronic applications.
Dr. Tallie Z. Baram's team will investigate how unpredictable parental and environmental signals influence infant vulnerability to cognitive and emotional problems. They aim to identify novel factors contributing to mental illness, including post-traumatic stress disorder, and devise precise interventions.
The Moving Matters review reveals that community organisations and decision makers should consider diverse factors shaping people's habits, and promoting incidental activity is key to sustained benefits. Effective interventions include improving public transport, enhancing green spaces, and changing school and workplace routines.
Social prescribing can be an effective means of integrating people into work, but cultural and practical barriers must be addressed. Additional funding and expertise are needed to fill a gap in capacity and provide training for social prescribing practitioners to develop the relevant expertise.
During their first year of university, males experience greater unhealthy weight gain due to poor diets, while females fare better. Sex-specific interventions are crucial to improve dietary habits and mitigate negative health consequences.
Quantum sensors achieve extremely accurate results, surpassing conventional physics limits, enabling precision measurements of molecules and improving gravitational wave detectors. The new approach reduces measurement time by half while maintaining or doubling resolution.
Researchers at UC San Diego are creating the world's first high-intensity twisted laser beams, also known as corkscrew light pulses. This achievement has potential applications in nuclear physics, astrophysics, and non-invasive tumor therapies.
A team of researchers has identified the atomic interactions that stabilize the liquid, yet condensed phase of FUS, a protein associated with ALS and frontotemporal dementia. Understanding these molecular interactions could lead to the development of therapeutics to prevent disease-associated aggregation.
Tanu Malik's project aims to establish reproducibility of real-world computational and data science. Her system, Sciunit container, makes it easier to reproduce and compare scientific experiments by aligning data, programs, and environments.
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) has received a $500,000 grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to conduct research related to the nation's changing demographics through its Mellon Humanities Pathways Program. The program aims to diversify higher education institutions and prepare students for careers in academia.