Articles tagged with Research Funding
Researchers found that state pension plans pay higher external fees when they need to increase contributions, but these fees do not improve performance. Investing in a conventional portfolio would have eliminated up to 44% of unfunded liabilities and recouped around $4.2 billion
For Syrian refugees in Brazil, food serves as a bridge to their past, recreating memories of Damascus, Homs, and Aleppo. It strengthens their sense of identity as Syrians, providing a connection to their homeland and a sense of belonging in their new life.
A new study reveals that terahertz data links are not as secure as previously thought, and can be intercepted by clever eavesdroppers. Researchers found ways to steal signals without being detected, even with directional beams, by using objects like metal plates or cylinders to scatter the signal.
Researchers have identified glutathione, a key brain antioxidant, as significantly depleted in Alzheimer's patients compared to healthy individuals. Non-invasive imaging techniques revealed that lower levels of this antioxidant are associated with mild cognitive impairment and may hold potential for therapeutic development.
Researchers are investigating the fundamental physics of how light is contained within photonic lattices. Dr. Robert Magnusson aims to understand the relationship between leaky and non-leaky modes and develop new low-power modulators for optical communications systems.
Researchers analyzed charcoal and pollen remains to infer a long history of human occupation at Koh Ker, contradicting traditional abandonment theory. The study suggests the region was occupied from the late 7th century CE, continuing for seven centuries or more after the royal seat's departure.
Researchers have developed measurement-device-independent quantum communication without encryption, eliminating key security loopholes. This protocol uses Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen pairs to ensure secure communication over long distances and high capacities.
The University of Oklahoma is developing the fastest and most advanced radar in the nation with a $3.4 million grant. The HORUS radar can scan the atmosphere in 30 seconds or less and distinguish between snowflakes, raindrops, hail stones or other targets within a storm, critical for forecasting and prediction.
Researchers will integrate citizen science data from CrowdHydrology into the National Water Model to improve predictions of flooding. The project aims to enhance communication about flooding during emergencies and connect first responders with accurate, near real-time data.
Dream Tech LLC is developing a methodology to reduce animal use in chemical toxicity studies of food, pharmaceuticals, pesticides and other products. The project aims to enhance dose-response assessment efficiency and effectiveness.
Ross Boyce, a clinical instructor at UNC Chapel Hill, receives a Grand Challenges Explorations grant to study vaccination coverage in Uganda. He aims to identify gaps and develop innovative solutions to improve immunization rates, particularly for marginalized communities.
The European Problematic Use of the Internet (EU-PUI) Research Network has identified nine main areas of research to address issues such as problem use, health effects, and cultural influences. The network aims to develop evidence-based proposals for improving prevention and treatment strategies.
The Center for Human Genetics is conducting research to better understand the genetic causes of rare diseases using a combination of genome-wide association analysis and gene-editing techniques. The team has identified novel transcribed regions that play a crucial role in regulating complex traits.
Researchers, led by Dr. Nikolaus Wenger, are developing neural prostheses for brain-computer interfaces to treat neurological disorders. The goal is to understand how the brain processes information and develop a prosthesis that can transmit signals back to the nervous system.
Researchers studying vampire bats and Morbillivirus aim to understand how viruses persist inside the body and trigger new infections. The project aims to gain fundamental insights into RNA virus persistence and potentially shed light on diseases like SSPE.
The employment-to-population ratio for working-age people with disabilities rose to 31.4% in September 2018, up from 30.4% the previous year. Labor force participation rates also increased, suggesting continued improvement in economic indicators for Americans with disabilities.
A multi-institutional team has revealed new details about the HIV virus capsid structure and its role in the life cycle. Researchers found that a naturally occurring small molecule called IP6 plays an important part in both immature and mature phases of the HIV life cycle, making it a potential target for new treatments.
Southern Methodist University professors receive an $849,839 NSF grant to build a multi-dimensional drone communication framework, addressing three-dimensional connectivity issues. The project aims to optimize transmission to intended receivers in various swarm formations, with potential applications in commercial and military sectors.
A new initiative aims to empower Southwest Virginia residents to direct cancer research projects in their region. With $244,589 funding from PCORI, the UVA Cancer Center Without Walls team is seeking community members to join advisory boards and guide cancer research efforts.
Researchers have developed a new approach to see-through displays for augmented reality smart glasses. The design projects images onto the eye using photons and holographic optical elements to form letters and words.
The University of Oklahoma Advanced Radar Research Center is developing a mobile radar testbed to address operational missions and increase public safety outcomes. The all-digital polarimetric phased array system will provide multiple radar modes, including weather monitoring and air traffic surveillance and control.
Scientists have detected gamma rays coming from the outermost regions of SS 433, a black hole system in our galaxy. The High-Altitude Water Cherenkov Gamma-Ray Observatory (HAWC) has observed these high-energy signals, which suggest electron acceleration and collisions at the ends of microquasar jets produced them.
Researchers, led by Penn State's Steven Schiff, will develop innovative models to predict outbreaks of epidemic disease and provide real-time preventive treatment. Their approach aims to improve patient outcomes by incorporating historical microbiological surveillance data, geographic location, and environmental factors.
The Image Permanence Institute will study the recovery of modern museum inkjet print collections affected by water disasters through freezing and freeze drying methods. The three-year project aims to determine if these methods are safe and effective for recovering damaged inkjet prints.
A study by USC Dornsife researchers found that an extra year of education contributed to weight loss in individuals at greatest risk of becoming obese. The study used genome data from 250,000 people and found that the change in mandatory attendance age had a significant impact on health outcomes.
Researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital have developed a new model of heart failure that allows for the specific study of oxidative stress using chemogenetics. The approach enables researchers to activate or inactivate reactive oxygen species in the heart, leading to advanced cardiac dysfunction.
Researchers at UT Austin successfully demonstrated a novel approach to human-like balance in a biped robot, allowing it to dynamically balance without ankle control. The technique uses whole-body controllers and inverse kinematics to mimic human movement, with implications for robots in emergency response, defense, and entertainment.
Researchers from the University of Minnesota's Sustainable Healthy Cities Network found that one in five metropolitan areas have sufficient milk and egg production to meet residents' demands, while about one in ten can fully meet fruit and vegetable needs. This challenges common assumptions about local food self-reliance in urban areas.
The NSF-funded TRIPODS+X program at Lehigh University brings together top experts to leverage machine learning techniques for various academic pursuits. The workshops focus on areas such as chemistry, robotics, supply chain management, and cognitive neuroscience.
Researchers found that even when participants couldn't identify a familiar voice, they still found it easier to understand than an unfamiliar voice. The study suggests that resonance is a critical acoustic feature for recognizing voices and improving understanding in noisy settings.
After implementing a rule change to move kickoffs and touchbacks, the number of concussions decreased significantly. The study found that the average annual concussion rate per 1,000 kickoff plays dropped from 10.93 before the change to 2.04 after.
A recent study published in SCIENCE CHINA Life Sciences reveals significant advancements in diabetes research in China since 1995, with a substantial increase in publication numbers and citation metrics. The study highlights the need to address the growing diabetes epidemic, suggesting opportunities for new drug development, high-quali...
Scientists from GEOMAR and University of Malta are collaborating on a three-year project to develop a best practice guide for detecting, characterizing, and monitoring offshore aquifers. The goal is to assess the sustainability of using these aquifers as an alternative source of freshwater in coastal regions.
The University of Konstanz will lead a new research initiative to explore social cohesion from a cultural studies perspective. Researchers will investigate the role of socio-economic factors, mass media, and collective feelings in promoting social cohesion.
The National Solar Observatory (NSO) has received a supplemental grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to enhance its scientific output and foster collaboration in the field of solar physics. The new funding will support the development of advanced data products, engage graduate students, and nurture international expertise.
Researchers study microscopic behavior of thermally stable SAdS black holes using Ruppeiner's thermodynamic geometry method, revealing attractive interactions among black-hole molecules. A new molecular potential is proposed for thermal stable SAdS black holes, providing a new perspective for exploring microstructure.
A UMD team has received a $1 million grant to develop methods for generating single photons at room temperature in semiconducting carbon nanotubes. This project aims to create high-quality single-photon sources that can be integrated into solid-state devices, enabling new quantum research and technology.
The University of Arizona has been awarded a $30 million NASA grant to investigate the interactions between aerosols and cloud properties over the Western Atlantic. The five-year project aims to reduce uncertainty about human-caused effects on the atmosphere, specifically interactions between aerosol particles and clouds.
A UM Associate Professor is awarded a $1.45 million grant to study interactions between climate, water availability and land-use decisions made by small farmers in the US and Brazil. The research aims to understand the dynamic feedbacks between production choices, regional climate and water variability.
The U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory will receive over $11 million in funding for four major projects focused on quantum information science. These studies aim to develop new computing and sensing technologies, including the creation and manipulation of quantum bits and the study of quantum entanglement.
The University of Birmingham will conduct world-class research into a common heart condition in disadvantaged populations worldwide. The goal is to prevent and treat atrial fibrillation, which increases stroke risk five times.
Vittorio Gallo, Children's Chief Research Officer, has been awarded the prestigious Senator Jacob Javits Award in the Neurosciences. The award extends federal funding for his lab for at least seven years, supporting his research on developmental delays in children who experienced neonatal brain injury.
The DFG is establishing nine new Research Units to tackle pressing issues in their respective fields. The new units will focus on topics such as precipitation estimation, the brain's energy supply, Tourette syndrome, and climate change impact on high alpine geosystems.
Eleven institutions will receive funding for five years to support the training of researchers conducting patient-centered outcomes research within learning health systems. The initiative aims to improve quality of care and patient outcomes by growing a workforce trained in PCOR within LHS.
The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation has selected 31 institutions to host threatened researchers from abroad, providing funds for 35 researchers fleeing war or persecution. The Philipp Schwartz Initiative is now being financed permanently by the German Federal Foreign Office.
A £7 million funding has enabled the development of a 'virtual factory' to test and refine new steel alloys 100 times faster than traditional methods. This breakthrough allows for faster testing of small-scale samples, covering areas like strength, durability, and corrosion resistance.
A University of Illinois team found that twisted bilayer graphene exhibits a Wigner crystal, not a Mott insulator, by injecting electrons into the material. This discovery holds promise for room-temperature superconductors and other groundbreaking applications.
The open-source deal.II library has been awarded $1.7 million in National Science Foundation funding to continue its development and support a growing community of users. The new funding will enable researchers to expand documentation, training modules, and infrastructure to further improve the software.
Researchers from Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences have developed a new method to fabricate and design integrated, on-chip modulators 100 times smaller and 20 times more efficient than current lithium niobite (LN) modulators
The ESRC-funded LuCiD Centre will explore why children develop language problems and how to identify those at risk. The research aims to inform effective interventions in early years education and healthcare.
Researchers affiliated with São Paulo State University have identified four extremely young asteroid families using a numerical simulation method. The newly discovered families are estimated to be less than 7 million years old and were dated using the backward integration method, which is precise for young families.
A team from Lehigh University and UC Berkeley is developing an efficient Bayesian-guided computational framework to guide the search for new materials. This approach leverages deep learning neural networks to accelerate traditional physics-based simulation methods, enabling researchers to explore previously computationally intractable ...
A new research project, backed by the Innovation Fund Denmark, aims to standardize fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) treatment for Clostridium difficile diarrhea. The project will develop a secure feces bank and screen future feces donors to ensure high safety and effectiveness.
The SWEEPER robot, developed by an international research consortium, can harvest ripe fruit in 24 seconds with a success rate of 62 percent. Additional research is needed to increase work speed and reach higher harvest success rates.
A recent study from North Carolina State University found that the overhead ratio, a widely used metric for assessing nonprofit efficiency, is actually negatively correlated with efficiency. The researchers used data from Habitat for Humanity affiliates and two established efficiency analysis tools to demonstrate this problem.
A University of Houston researcher is studying 1,000 community college students taking developmental math coursework to understand the causes of math struggles. The four-year study aims to identify factors contributing to math learning disabilities and develop strategies for early intervention.
University of Konstanz chemist Professor Stefan Mecking has developed a method to synthesize tailor-made bio-synthetics by precisely determining the length of molecular chains. The newly synthesized material exhibits an extraordinary layered structure with great potential for application in high-tech membranes, such as batteries and wa...
Researchers at Northwestern University have identified four clusters of personality types using comprehensive data from over 1.5 million questionnaire respondents. The findings challenge existing paradigms in psychology and provide new insights into human behavior.
Researchers Jeff Lei and Dimitris Simos are working on a three-year grant to develop a new approach to testing the security of blockchain and IoT systems. They will use interaction testing to generate test cases and check for security properties compromised. This approach aims to avoid common vulnerabilities in these systems.
A new study by Ohio State University researchers found that having a support system of other women in the entering class is crucial for females to stay in doctoral STEM programs. The study suggests that the gender gap in STEM fields may be attributed to the 'female-friendliness' of these programs.