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.
Scientists have developed a new triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) called SLIPS-TENG, which can convert mechanical energy into electrical energy in harsh environments. The device uses a slippery lubricant-impregnated porous surface to address durability and biofilm coverage issues.
A RIT professor is using a $486,124 NSF grant to explore how experiential learning improves student interest in STEM fields. The research aims to develop practical assessment tools and design a project-based physics course for freshman students.
A study published in Heliyon found that trained musicians exhibit greater executive control of attention than non-musicians, with improved performance linked to increased years of training. This suggests that musical training can enhance cognitive abilities beyond music-specific skills.
The EASI Genomics project provides free-of-charge access to cutting-edge European genomics facilities, supporting diverse genomics projects from study design to bioinformatic analysis. The first call for proposals focuses on sequencing of ancient DNA and microbiome analysis.
This observational study reports on outcomes for smallest infants born under 400 grams, highlighting the importance of timely intervention in improving survival rates. Overall, the study found that these tiny infants can survive and even thrive when receiving necessary medical support.
The NIU FoodMASTER program uses food as a tool to teach mathematics and science, leading to increased student engagement and academic performance. The $930,000 NIH grant will expand the initiative to K-12 teachers and educators nationwide.
Researchers discovered that women undergoing perimenopause experience significant changes in body composition, including increased fat mass and decreased lean body mass. The study also noted ethnic/racial differences in the impact of menopause on body composition.
Dr. Jeffrey Stanton, a recognized expert in multiple domains of I-O psychology, has been awarded SIOP Fellow status for his impactful work. He is acknowledged for his forward-looking research and publications in fields like cybersecurity and measurement development.
Researchers discovered a previously unknown brain area that processes auditory words, but not visual ones, in patients with primary progressive aphasia. Despite struggling to verbalize words, these patients could still communicate through writing and reading.
Researchers have discovered three key paths for coupling magnetism and ferroelectricity, enabling the interaction between spin moments and electric dipoles in solids. This breakthrough has significant implications for materials science and engineering.
The Chapman Brain Institute aims to advance efforts in the neurophilosphy of free will through a four-year research project. Researchers will use advanced analysis techniques to decode decisions and actions before they take place and compare human brain activity when making arbitrary versus deliberate decisions.
Dr. Eric D. Heggestad has made significant scholarly contributions to trait structure-performance relations and psychological measurement. He has been recognized with SIOP Fellow status for his rigorous, innovative work.
The ASA special issue calls for a rethinking of statistical inference, moving beyond the use of p-values and instead reporting continuous quantities that describe what the value means in scientific context. This shift aims to promote reproducible science and diminish the impact of statistical significance on publication and funding.
A new study published in PLOS ONE found that people from North Africa were among the first to colonize the Canary Islands, arriving by 1000 CE. The researchers analyzed ancient mitochondrial genomes and identified lineages consistent with radiocarbon dating evidence, suggesting a complex and heterogeneous process of colonization.
The new center aims to increase understanding of Down syndrome's biology and neuroscience, developing novel interventions and technologies to improve quality of life for people with the condition. It will also provide training opportunities for early career scientists and students.
Researchers from Ural Federal University and the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus are working on a two-year project to develop new materials with improved piezoelectric properties. The goal is to create lead-free multifunctional materials for various electromechanical devices.
Researchers develop twisted silicon nanowire approach to separate n-type and p-type dopants, enabling stable p-n junctions. This method simplifies the manufacturing process and lowers costs.
A team of faculty and students are designing innovative technologies to cut noise from supersonic military jets using a 'swirl' technology. By generating rotational motion in the jet exhaust, they aim to reduce noise by three decibels, cutting acoustic power in half.
Researchers develop small capsules from brown algae that hold macrophages, increasing blood flow to damaged limbs. The treatment aims to reduce the need for amputations in people with CLI, a condition affecting up to 60,000 new cases per year in the UK.
Researchers found five common metaphors used by men to describe their partner's miscarriage, including 'lost gift' and 'chaotic movement'. These metaphors revealed societal expectations around masculinity and pregnancy. The study aims to encourage couples to co-cope with miscarriage through metaphorical expression.
Researchers have discovered the superconducting properties of phosphine P2H4 and P4H6 under high pressure. The findings suggest that P4H6 is responsible for superconductivity at high pressures, with a Tc estimated to be 67 K.
The SCOPE project aims to harness plasma energy to transform the production of fertilisers, enabling tailored production for individual environmental conditions. Successful completion could lead to small-scale, flexible fertiliser plants that can produce up to 50,000 tonnes per year.
Researchers at the University of Akron aim to understand how lipid mediators exacerbate asthma symptoms, hoping to discover new treatments. The study will combine leukotriene and prostaglandin blockers to create a more potent asthma treatment.
Researchers at Michigan State University found that a critical piece of the monarch butterfly's annual cycle was missing - the fall migration. The team built a multi-scale model and included environmental factors like temperature and landscape greenness to account for year-to-year variations.
Researchers from Harvard and Stanford have developed an integrated, on-chip frequency comb that is efficient, stable and highly controllable with microwaves. This breakthrough enables the creation of compact light sources for optical communication in data centers, facilitating fast and accurate data exchange.
A randomized trial of Smart Choices 4 Teens, an online family prevention program, found significant reductions in teen alcohol use and related problems. The program decreased drinking days, amount consumed, and parent-teen communication about social host laws.
Researchers found that night shift workers reported a higher rate of overactive bladder and poorer quality of life compared to day shift workers. The study highlights the importance of addressing increased urinary frequency in nightshift workers, particularly those under 50 years old.
Researcher Ramana Vinjamuri receives a $500,000 NSF CAREER Award to study how the brain controls complex hand movements and create near-natural robot hands for individuals with disabilities. His goal is to improve daily tasks and develop cybersecurity applications.
Researchers developed the free software 'CoinEater', which recognises and blocks crypto mining on websites without user approval. The software scans over 100,000 pages daily to detect cryptojacking and pop-up scams.
An international team of scientists successfully reversed the flow of time on IBM's quantum computer, simulating a particle's scattering and returning it to its initial state. The breakthrough could lead to more efficient quantum computer operation and improved error correction methods.
The study found that percentage-based evidence and human interest stories increased engagement, while discussing overall problem magnitude didn't. Researchers used a nonprofit's health care access campaign to test the effectiveness of different messaging approaches.
This research project investigates how urban gardens impact ecosystems by analyzing soil health, microbe populations, water quality, and greenhouse gas emissions. The findings will inform policymakers and growers on how to make better land use decisions.
A new study reveals that protected areas can help large herbivores rapidly recover from war-induced declines. The study found that total biomass has substantially recovered since 1994, but species composition has shifted dramatically, with formerly dominant herbivores now outnumbered by smaller antelopes.
Researchers tested large-area perovskite solar cells in near space at an altitude of 35 km, demonstrating their ability to retain power conversion efficiency despite extreme conditions. The study found that a device based on FA0.81MA0.10Cs0.04PbI2.55Br0.40 retained 95.19% of its initial efficiency.
Research by the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory and international team of scientists shows that twisted magnetic fields have a limited number of possible evolutions, leading to the formation of a torus shape. The helicity of the twist constrains the outward expansion of plasma, resulting in a self-organized structure.
Astronomers have discovered a binary star system with PDS 27 and its companion just 4.5 billion km apart, making them the closest high-mass young stellar objects in binaries resolved to date. This discovery provides a valuable laboratory to test theories on high mass binary star formation.
Researchers at the University of Washington have created a robotic system that can strategize how to use a fork to pick up and deliver bites to a person's mouth. The robot used an object-detection algorithm and a new skewing-and-feeding strategy to successfully pick up hard foods but struggled with soft foods.
Guidelines update suggest children can begin some activity sooner, as long as symptoms don't worsen. Average time to move through stages of recovery varies from 48 hours to six weeks.
Global crop-growing regions will experience changes in rainfall patterns by 2040, even if Paris Agreement targets are met. Up to 14% of wheat and maize land will be drier while up to 31% will be wetter.
A team of researchers has identified intricate synchronization patterns in an experimental network, revealing the potential for complex behavior to emerge in even the simplest systems. The study, published in Science, explores how networks can exhibit unexpected coordination and coupling, with implications for understanding and control...
The Global Gag Rule is having a chilling effect, dampening debate, advocacy, and collaboration around abortion and other sexual and reproductive rights. Organizations are declining to participate in meetings where abortion or contraception is discussed, limiting the ability of organizations to deliver quality healthcare.
A new study from ESMT Berlin reveals that women have higher success rates at crowdfunding scientific projects than men. The research analyzed data from over 700 campaigns on Experiment.com and found that students and juniors are more likely to succeed in crowdfunding, with women obtaining more funding than men.
In a 15th century archaeological site in Peru, hundreds of bodies were found with cut marks suggesting chest removal during a ritual. The remains included over 140 children and 200 llamas, dated to around 1450 AD, indicating heavy rainfall may have inspired the sacrifice.
New research funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) found that 67% of pregnant women in London aged between 16 and 24 years have mental health problems. Anxiety disorders are especially high, with social phobia being particularly prevalent.
Dr. Pamela Stover, a University of Toledo associate professor of music education, has been awarded a Fulbright grant to research the history of teaching music literacy through folk songs. She will delve into the institute's archives to study the development of the Kodály approach, which aims to preserve cultural heritage through music.
A research team from the University of Kansas has earned a $900,000 grant to investigate dark matter and dark energy. The team plans to use supercolliders, neutrino detectors, and computer simulations to search for indications of these mysterious entities.
Researchers Lee Vinsel and Andrew Russell aim to improve the lives of maintenance professionals through a global network and recognition. They received a $189,193 grant from the Alfred Sloan Foundation to connect leaders with maintainers in various industries.
The USC Dornsife Korean Studies Institute has launched a new predoctoral exchange program to support young scholars working on US-East Asia relations. The initiative aims to enhance understanding of the security environment in East Asia and promote policy issues.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a technique using bacteria to create biocement in coal ash ponds, making them stiffer and more difficult to spill. The resulting biocement can also trap potentially toxic metals in the coal ash, reducing environmental and public health concerns.
Researchers at the University of Southampton are launching a study to improve condom use and tackle STIs among young men in the UK. The study will examine whether online or face-to-face education sessions lead to better outcomes in reducing chlamydia rates among 2,200 men aged 16-25.
A new study by the University of Tennessee will examine the intersection of being LGBT and a caregiver, highlighting elevated risks of poor health. The project aims to collect comprehensive data on the LGBT ADRD caregiving experience to inform intervention development.
The Center for Advanced Latin American Studies (CALAS) is a research project exploring crisis management and environmental crises in Latin America. International fellows from various disciplines are investigating six aspects of crisis management through dialogue and exchange.
Researchers have developed a hybrid material combining molybdenum disulfide and azobenzene that exhibits unique optical and transport properties. The structure makes the material attractive for building compactable and malleable quasi-two-dimensional transistors powered by light.
A team of scientists has developed a new method for synthesizing nanographenes on non-metallic surfaces, including metal oxide surfaces. This innovation enables the creation of electronic nanocircuits that could replace existing microelectronics.
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a new blueprint to understand and predict the properties of complex nanoparticles. The study enables the synthesis of polyelemental nanoparticles with up to seven different elements, providing a vast playground for exploring novel catalysts and light-emitting nanostructures.
Researchers at UC Davis are studying how international security alliances like NATO break down due to free riding and unequal burden-sharing. The study aims to improve understanding of the conditions that lead to these problems, with implications for policy decisions.
Researchers have developed guidelines for accurately dating ancient clam gardens, revealing that Indigenous peoples on the Northwest coast have been harvesting shellfish for at least 3,500 years. The study provides new methods for tracking mariculture trends through time, supporting long-term food security practices.
The NSF awards funding to further develop Open OnDemand, a platform providing web-based access to high-performance computing services. The project aims to simplify access to HPC resources, making it more accessible to new users and disciplines.
A study has revealed a rare assemblage of sharks and rays from nearshore environments of Eocene Madagascar, including one new species, Carcharhinus underwoodi. The fauna shares similarities with ecosystems across North Africa but is uniquely lacking in sandsharks.
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute has approved funding for two projects focused on improving patient care and outcomes, including a phone-based peer support program for obstructive sleep apnea patients and a community health worker intervention to improve satisfaction and reduce hospitalization among low-income patients.