Articles tagged with Research Funding
The Hobby School at the University of Houston is conducting a five-year survey to study the impact of Hurricane Harvey on residents' properties, behaviors, and policy attitudes. Early results show significant support for policies to mitigate future disasters, such as reservoir construction and floodplain restrictions.
The UTSA Open Cloud Institute is supporting collaborative R&D partnerships and creating educational opportunities through a $200,000 grant program. The institute is also launching a graduate-level certificate program in cloud computing to incorporate cloud expertise into engineering, computer science, and cybersecurity degrees.
Using computer modeling, University of Oregon scientists have unveiled a thick crustal transition zone that may control the movement of magma emerging from the Earth's mantle. This discovery provides a new explanation for the geology underlying recent seismic imaging of magma bodies below Yellowstone National Park.
Researchers at the University of Maryland have created a water-based zinc battery with high energy density, rechargeability, and intrinsic safety. The new technology combines old battery chemistry with a novel aqueous electrolyte, overcoming limitations of conventional lithium-ion batteries.
KTU has won EUR 2.4 million Horizon 2020 funding to attract top academics, boosting innovation economy and strengthening its competitiveness in the European Research Area. The project focuses on Industry 4.0's impact on management practices and economics.
The project, led by Pacific Northwest National Lab, aims to develop a new method for producing and harvesting seaweed for biofuels. The team plans to deploy a three-mile-long recycled carbon fiber cable adrift in the open ocean to cultivate macroalgae.
The University of Texas at Arlington has received a $318,778 grant to create a campus-wide assistive technology program. The program will teach undergraduate students how to design assistive technology to help reduce barriers faced by people with disabilities.
The OU mathematics department will use a $3 million NSF grant to study active learning methods for improving STEM student success. The project aims to develop models that work at any institution, with a focus on helping underrepresented minority students succeed in introductory math courses.
A national survey by Kessler Foundation reveals that 69% of people with disabilities are striving to work, overcoming barriers through job preparation and negotiation. The study also finds that many employees report experiencing and successfully addressing obstacles such as negative attitudes and pay disparity.
A recent study from the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing explores how injured black men in Philadelphia perceived their psychological symptoms after injury and the factors that guided their decisions to seek professional mental health help. The study found that despite suffering from severe psychological symptoms, very few ...
Planets in short-period binary star systems are at risk of being ejected due to tidal forces, which slow down stellar rotations and expand orbital periods. This process removes at least one planet in 87% of multiplanet circumbinary systems, making them less suitable for habitability studies
A groundbreaking study by Gladstone and Google AI uses deep learning to analyze cell images, identifying features that humans can't detect. The method uncovers important information that was previously impossible or problematic for scientists to obtain.
The University of Texas at Arlington's System for Undergraduates to Reach Goals in Education (SURGE) program has received a new four-year NSF grant. The program provides funding for high-achieving, financially disadvantaged undergraduates pursuing degrees in mathematics, with a focus on mentoring and research opportunities.
The animated short film aims to raise public awareness about the challenges of liver failure and liver cirrhosis. The film highlights the DIALIVE technology, a novel liver dialysis device undergoing clinical trials to assess its safety and efficacy.
The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution will study the ocean's twilight zone using next-generation robotic vehicles and sensors. The project aims to understand the region's ecosystem, its potential benefits for humanity, and its impact on climate regulation.
Researchers at Leang Burung 2 rock shelter on Sulawesi island discovered archaic cobble-based cores and flakes indicating human occupation at least 50,000 years ago. The findings provide key insights into early human occupation and cultural evolution in the Indonesian region.
A new Tulane University study using optical dating found that the rate of land building from river diversions will be dwarfed by wetland loss. The study suggests positioning diversions in areas with greatest potential for land-building and protecting population centers.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute professor Michael Amitay has received a $894,000 grant from the Air Force Office of Scientific Research to study flow separation on swept wings, which could lead to improved aerodynamic performance. The project aims to clarify and classify the origins of unsteadiness and turbulence in 3-D large-scale se...
A University of Pittsburgh bioengineer uses experimental and computational approaches to study the neural mechanisms of eye movements directed to stationary and moving objects. The team records activity in neurons of the superior colliculus to understand how the brain processes visual information during saccadic eye movements.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University developed a way to study the brain of a bat as it flies, recording brain activity for the first time in naturally behaving animals. The team observed bursts of activity in midbrain cells as the bat shifted attention, providing insights into how brains process information in real-world situations.
A study analyzing four beach nourishment projects in San Diego County found that mechanically placed sand moves significantly, with some areas receiving more sand than was initially added. The research provides insight into the behavior of nourishment sand and its potential unintended consequences.
Researchers have developed a new waveguide technology that suppresses bend loss in 3D photonic integrated circuits, allowing for the creation of compact devices. The technology uses femtosecond laser direct writing to inscribe modification tracks in fused silica, increasing refractive index contrast and reducing bending losses.
The employment-to-population ratio for working-age people with disabilities increased to 31.7% in March 2018, up from 28.6% in March 2017. This represents a 10.8% increase and the longest duration of job gains in five years.
Researchers have proposed a theoretical device that leverages Majorana fermions to act as a thermoelectric tuner, allowing for the filtering of thermal energy. The device consists of a quantum dot connected to a Kitaev wire with ring-shaped majoranas at its edges.
The NIH has completed a comprehensive genomic analysis of 33 cancer types, revealing new insights into tumor origins, progression, and vulnerabilities. The PanCancer Atlas provides a detailed understanding of how tumors arise in humans, enabling better informed clinical trials and future treatments.
A study found that postnatal Zika virus infection in rhesus macaque infants resulted in persistent brain structure and function abnormalities, as well as behavioral and emotional changes. The researchers recommend long-term clinical monitoring for affected infants.
Scientists have developed a method to combine up to eight different metals in a single nanoparticle, creating stable alloys with useful applications in the chemical and energy industries. The new technique uses shock waves to heat and cool the metals, producing homogeneous nanoparticles with broad catalytic properties.
A University of Delaware researcher is studying a naturally occurring dietary supplement, nicotinamide riboside (NR), to boost nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) levels and potentially treat age-related cardiovascular dysfunction. The study aims to improve physiological function in humans by reversing age-related declines in NAD+.
Research from the University of Central Florida suggests that parental-control apps may be counterproductive, reducing trust and increasing online risks for teens. Studies found that authoritarian parents are more likely to use these apps, which can limit teen autonomy and hinder their ability to respond to online threats.
Researchers discovered dozens of giant footprints on Scotland's Isle of Skye, providing key insight into the evolution of dinosaurs during the Middle Jurassic period. The tracks were made by long-necked sauropods and sharp-toothed theropods, with some dating back to around 170 million years ago.
Researchers found that allowing transgender youths to use their chosen name in various settings significantly reduced symptoms of depression, suicidal thoughts, and attempts. The study revealed a 71% decrease in severe depression, 34% decrease in suicidal thoughts, and 65% decrease in suicidal attempts.
A study by Cornelia Lawson et al. reveals female scientists with young children receive less funding and citation rates compared to their male counterparts. The researchers highlight the need for support systems for women with childcare responsibilities.
The SAGE Ocean Concept Grant Program has awarded over $100,000 in funding to support the development of new tools that enable social scientists to work with big data. The winners include Quanteda Studio, MiniVAN, and Digital DNA Toolbox, which aim to make text analytics and network analysis more accessible to non-specialist researchers.
A study from Binghamton University reveals that funders on crowdfunding platforms prioritize a seller's reputation and opportunism over their competence in delivering the promised product. As product complexity increases, concerns for the seller's reputation also rise, while concerns over delivery ability decrease.
Researchers have created a rechargeable yarn battery that can be twisted, stretched, and cut into multiple pieces, each powering a device. The battery maintains its charge capacity, is waterproof, and shows promise for wearable electronics.
The Human Frontier Science Program awarded over $34 million to 31 winning research teams in a global competition that started with 771 submissions from scientists in 50+ countries. The funding supports cutting-edge, interdisciplinary projects under the theme Complex mechanisms of living organisms.
Researchers have discovered 29 human footprints in intertidal beach sediments off the coast of British Columbia, dated to around 13,000 years ago. The findings suggest that humans were present on the west coast of Canada about 13,000 years ago, as it emerged from the most recent ice age.
The USDA is funding a four-year research project to investigate the environmental benefits of woody polyculture systems for crop production. Led by University of Illinois scientists, the study aims to compare different farming practices and estimate their impact on soil health, insect diversity, pollination, and carbon sequestration.
The EPSRC RCUK Catapult Researchers in Residence (RiR) initiative aims to accelerate impact, increase knowledge exchange, and develop new collaborations. The first tranche of 18 awards has been successfully funded.
A new study using drones to track caribou movement found significant variation in sociality within herds, challenging the classic assumption of uniform behavior among group members. The research also showed that caribou follow isotropic interaction rules, with individuals influenced more by those in front of them than beside them.
A recent study found that young adults who value money and rewards are more likely to have higher entrepreneurial and leadership aspirations. The study also revealed gender gaps, with men placing more importance on rewards and less on security.
A new study published in PLOS Genetics has identified a mutation in the muskelin 1 gene that causes lethal acrodermatitis, a deadly skin condition in bull terriers. The discovery enables veterinarians to test for the disease and prevent breeding of affected dogs.
Researchers at Kessler Foundation and Stevens Institute are testing the SAFE Orthosis to facilitate recovery of gait symmetry in stroke survivors. The study aims to assess the immediate effects of locomotor training with the orthosis on ambulatory participants.
Low back pain affects an estimated 540 million worldwide, causing disability and costing £10.7 billion to UK society. UK briefing notes reveal the condition is often mistreated against best practice guidelines, with a 12% increase in years lived with disability over two decades.
Researchers proposed a local breeding of growing modes (LBGM) method to improve convection-allowing ensemble forecasting accuracy. The new method incorporates strong locality and horizontal inhomogeneity, resulting in greater ensemble spread and lower forecast RMSE compared to traditional methods.
Researchers have identified a new ocean-life zone, the rariphotic, located between 130-309 meters below the surface, where shallow reef fishes seek refuge from warming waters. The discovery reveals that these fish have double the depth range previously thought to exist.
Researchers calculate glacier melting under different climate scenarios, finding that up to 36% of ice could melt without further emissions. Compliance with 1.5°C global warming goal makes little difference in the next 100 years.
Scientists warn that Amazon deforestation rates between 20% and 25% could irreversibly alter the region's hydrological cycle, leading to degraded savannas and low biodiversity. Researchers advocate for a safety margin of less than 20% deforestation to prevent this tipping point.
A new study calculates a 'speed limit' for nitrate removal in streams, allowing for tailored restoration efforts to maximize its removal and protect ecosystems. The researchers found that the rate of nitrate transport by turbulence controls its removal in pristine streams, but processes within sediment prevail in polluted ones.
Researchers have developed a graphene-based hair dye that adheres to the surface of hair, forming a coating resistant to at least 30 washes without chemicals. This coating also dissipates static electricity, eliminating flyaways.
Improved methods for capturing circulating tumor cells (CTCs) in blood have been developed, enabling the accurate tracking of treatment response and potential screening for cancer. Researchers were able to identify large numbers of CTCs in cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy.
Recent research from the University of New Hampshire's Space Science Center shows that space radiation is getting far more intense, posing significant risks to astronauts and satellite technology
The SOMMa alliance aims to increase national and international visibility, promote collaboration and networking, and have a voice in scientific policy. The position paper highlights three administrative issues that require urgent attention, including VAT deduction, personnel hiring regulations, and public-tenders law.
Researchers have discovered a way to create an ultracold plasma that naturally forms a robust many-body localized state, enabling the spontaneous creation of quantum materials. This breakthrough could pave the way for more practical applications of quantum technology.
Researchers found trade-offs between fighting claw mass and egg number in weakly eusocial snapping shrimp queens. In contrast, strongly eusocial species showed smaller or absent trade-offs. Colony size also played a role in shaping these trade-offs.
A study from the University of Waterloo found that 39% of students in Alberta and Ontario eat breakfast fewer than three days a week, with 48.5% skipping breakfast nationwide. The study highlights the need for improved social awareness and economic support for breakfast programs to reach their full potential.
The research team aims to understand how bacteria and fungi interact in soils, which could lead to advances in plant productivity and bioenergy. By studying these fundamental interactions, they hope to develop predictive models of ecosystem behavior and inform strategies for manipulating microbial communities.
Portland State University has received a $300,000 grant to bring eight college students from across the U.S. to work on real-world projects using computational modeling and big data to improve Portland's quality of life. The program aims to provide valuable mentoring and research experience to undergraduate students.
A recent study by the Academy of Finland found that daily and heavy smoking are independently linked to a higher risk of psychoses. Smoking begun at an early age was a particularly significant risk factor, with prevention of adolescent smoking likely to have positive effects on mental health in later life.
A system developed by I.Systems uses AI to control pressure and reduce leak losses in water distribution networks. The Leaf system has already reduced water waste due to leakage by 2% in a region comprising seven municipalities in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil.