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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.
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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.
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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.
The Transportation Research and Education Center at Portland State University has secured a five-year, $15.6 million federal grant to focus on mobility and access to opportunity. The program will expand research areas such as walkability, smart cities, and data-driven tools.
Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine have discovered that the hippocampus is crucial for constructing scenes in one's mind when imagining the future. This finding sheds light on how the brain supports the capacity to imagine the future and identifies key brain regions involved.
The Seed Box programme at Linköping University is allocating grants to researchers worldwide to investigate environmental issues through interdisciplinary and artistic methods. Projects such as Herbarium 3.0 aim to increase awareness of plant-human interactions and create new pathways forward for sustainable practices.
Researchers have developed free online tools to improve crop breeding, including molecular breeding tools that enable breeders to select the best parental lines and perform marker-assisted backcrossing. These tools are being used in Africa to develop corn varieties with greater resistance to viruses.
Researchers have identified bitumen from the Middle East in a 7th century ship buried at Sutton Hoo in the UK, indicating a previously unknown trade route. The presence of this rare material suggests that it was deliberately included in the burial chamber, possibly as an ornamental or prestigious raw material.
A study published in BMJ Open found that Tai Chi significantly improved the symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans, including managing intrusive thoughts and physiological arousal. The program was well-received by participants, with nearly 94% reporting favorable impressions.
Researchers analyzed White Painted and Bichrome Wares from three sites in Turkey's Hatay region, using x-ray and neutron analysis to determine production origins. The study suggests a complex pattern of trade and social interactions between Cyprus and the Amuq Valley during the Iron Age.
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have discovered a correlation between groundwater helium levels and stress on inner rock layers near the epicenter of earthquakes. The study found that high-stress areas had higher helium-4 levels in groundwater, suggesting a potential risk indicator for earthquakes.
Jorge Cueto's PhD thesis focused on developing telescoping structural systems for 'rise on demand' flood walls, which can be installed below ground level and raised when flooding occurs. His company, Smart Walls Construction LLC, recently received a $225,000 NSF grant to test and commercialize the invention.
Research from NC State University and American University found that capacity grants stimulate long-term financial growth for nonprofits. However, specific financial capacity grants do not provide additional benefits compared to other types of capacity grants.
A recent study published in Journal of Vision found that women and men process facial information differently, with women exhibiting a stronger left eye bias and exploring faces more thoroughly. The researchers used eye-tracking technology on almost 500 participants to analyze their scanning patterns.
VirusDetect is a free, open-source bioinformatics pipeline that analyzes small RNA datasets to identify both known and novel viruses. Researchers can predict the presence of RNA viruses, DNA viruses, and viroids using an antiviral defense system called RNA interference (RNAi).
Researchers at Duke-NUS Medical School have discovered how the human antibody C10 prevents Zika infection by locking proteins into place, preventing viral DNA entry. Disrupting fusion with C10 may be more effective than targeting docking in preventing Zika infection.
Researchers have discovered unexpected cells in the protective membranes covering the brain that produce new neurons after birth. This finding challenges current ideas about the brain's ability to heal and regenerate, and opens up new possibilities for developing new therapies for brain damage or neurodegeneration.
The coconut crab's claws possess the strongest pinching force of any crustacean, with a maximum recorded force of 3,300 newtons, surpassing that of other crustaceans and most terrestrial animals except alligators.
Researchers at UMass Amherst are partnering with the Men of Color Health Awareness (MOCHA) program to test and improve its effectiveness in addressing health disparities among low-income African-American men. The study aims to develop a national model for improving health outcomes among this population.
A team of international researchers has developed a scheme to protect groups of quantum particles and enable their coherent transportation. The proposal, based on the ideas of physicist David J. Thouless, utilizes topological pumping to move quantum states along a line of miniature quantum circuits.
A study published in PLOS Pathogens found that flagellar motility of P. aeruginosa is the main factor required to induce neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs). The researchers developed an assay to quantify the levels of P. aeruginosa flagellin and found that immotile strains failed to stimulate NET formation.
A new study analyzed tooth wear patterns on fossil teeth from East African hominins and found that Paranthropus aethiopicus and Paranthropus boisei had softer diets than previously thought. The researchers' findings contradict previous isotopic evidence suggesting these species ate high proportions of fibrous, abrasive C4 plants.
A new networked system of smart homes, HomeSHARE, will advance research on older adults' health and independence. The IU-led project installs high-tech sensors and equipment in 15 elderly volunteers' homes to collect data.
The University of Plymouth is expanding its work supporting farmers and families in rural Kenya after receiving a second grant from Comic Relief. The partnership has already seen the number of shops up and running across the country rise to 77, with the aim of doubling that number by the end of 2018.
A new $4.1 million grant will study a training program specifically for principals to improve school safety. The Safe and Civil Schools Leadership program aims to help principals create and maintain safe learning environments by collecting data, creating behavior leadership teams, and implementing clear expectations.
The German-Polish research project NOMECOR aims to reclaim metals from tailings and make mineral components usable for cement production. Scientists will use microorganisms to remove copper and other valuable metals, as well as investigate the chemical methods for this process.
A Colorado State University team is testing a promising new way to clean up PFCs using electrolysis-based technology that harnesses electricity-induced chemical reactions in the groundwater. The method transforms organic compounds into benign substances, offering a game-changing solution for environmental cleanup.
Research finds a 19% drop in mercury concentrations in Atlantic bluefin tuna over an 8-year period, linked to regional emissions reductions. Industry efforts have led to a 4.3% annual decrease in mercury levels in north Atlantic waters.
Researchers found that precise bids are more effective with novice negotiators who interpret high precision as a sign of competence. However, experts prefer moderately precise bids, and providing a rationale for a highly precise bid can counteract the negative effect. The study's findings have broad relevance in everyday negotiations.
The Freshwater Lab, a University of Illinois Chicago-based environmental research and policy center, has been awarded grants to host a Great Lakes mayoral summit. The summit will bring together diverse Great Lakes mayors to collaborate on urban water priorities and build an alliance with the Midwest academic research community.
A new iPad game was shown to be more effective than traditional patching treatment in improving vision outcomes for children with amblyopia. After just two weeks of playtime, the game improved visual acuity by more than double that achieved with patching.
Scientists created a nanosensor design that combines three-dimensional plasmonic nanoparticles with exceptional points, enabling enhanced sensitivity and smaller size. The new technology has the potential to revolutionize portable health monitoring and security applications.
The Exascale Computing Project has awarded $34 million in software development funding to 35 research organizations, covering various components of the software stack for exascale systems. The funding aims to enable application developers to write highly parallel applications that can target diverse exascale architectures.
Researchers at UC San Diego have fabricated a semiconductor-free microelectronic device using metamaterials, showing a 1,000% increase in conductivity. The discovery paves the way for faster and more powerful devices, as well as more efficient solar panels.
Researchers found that more than a quarter of chikungunya cases were spread within households and half occurred in homes less than 200 meters away. Women are 1.5 times more likely to develop the disease due to increased time spent at home, making them at higher risk of infection.
IDRI's TB Discovery Program will focus on developing more effective, cheaper, and faster-acting drugs to combat multi-drug resistant TB strains. The new funding from Eli Lilly will support the screening of over 500,000 compounds in search of potential TB drugs.
A study published by Durham University found that earworms, or songs that get stuck in your head, tend to have faster tempos, common melodic contours, and unusual interval structures. The researchers also identified specific songs with these characteristics, including Bad Romance and Don't Stop Believing.
UCSB scholar Mary I. O'Connor's new book highlights how economic migration and religious conversion have changed the social and cultural makeup of predominantly folk-Catholic communities in rural Mexico. Globalization is at the heart of this process, affecting the home communities of Mixtecs who travel to northern Mexico and the U.S.
D.J. Seo and his team aim to enhance National Weather Service rainfall maps for heavy-to-extreme events, benefiting emergency managers, water managers, and the public.
Researchers analyzed 21 ochre-processing tools from the Porc-Epic Cave site, revealing a range of techniques to produce powder of varying color and coarseness. The findings suggest high behavioral complexity in ochre use, with finer powders suitable for body painting and coarser ones for functional uses.
A new study finds that using emotion regulation strategies like reappraisal in situations with control over outcomes may actually hinder well-being, while those with higher well-being use these strategies more in uncontrollable situations. Context plays a significant role in the effectiveness of emotion regulation strategies.
The US Department of Agriculture has awarded $200,000 to four university teams for their innovative solutions in food and agricultural science. The winning teams will receive funding to start a business and participate in an entrepreneurial immersion course to commercialize their inventions.
Researchers at the University of Strathclyde are developing miniature optical techniques to visualize the endothelium, a complex sensory system that monitors blood pressure and flow rates. The technology aims to revolutionize our understanding of vascular disease, including hypertension and atherosclerosis.
A St. Jude Children's Research Hospital analysis found that providing feedback to staff who report errors is crucial for improving patient safety. The study, published in the Journal of Patient Safety, suggests that hospitals should focus on informing staff about how their previous reports have helped enhance patient care.
A OU researcher received a 5-year $3 million grant to study the impact of e-cigarettes on smoking rates. The study will assess how effective different types of e-cigarettes are in helping smokers switch from cigarettes, and what impact switching has on cancer risk.
A US survey finds that while 51% of Americans are interested in science, only 28% have a sufficient level of scientific understanding. The adult literacy rate is driven by completion of college-level science courses and baccalaureate degrees. NASA's educational programs aim to boost science literacy among learners of all ages.
A study from the University at Buffalo found that venture capital-funded tech startups go public sooner and have more impactful innovation than those with angel investors. Venture capitalists provide a strong network to shape impact, while angel investors offer flexibility and longer-term experimentation.
The Wellcome Trust is transferring two major research programs, DELTAS Africa and H3Africa, to AESA's Alliance for Accelerating Excellence in Science in Africa, aiming to increase Africa-led research and address pressing health challenges. This shift reflects a significant change in international funding partnerships with African insti...
Researchers at Binghamton University will continue to investigate brain biometric technology with a new $900,000 grant. The project aims to strengthen understanding of the human brain's unique cognitive and psychological properties to improve secure authentication.
A UT researcher is leading a $3-million grant to develop a user-friendly interface for recording and sharing tree genomic data. The project aims to create an ecosystem of community databases for analyzing tree genomics data, providing tools for researchers and promoting public awareness of healthy trees.
Researchers have successfully created the first-ever iron-bismuth bond under extreme pressures equivalent to those within Mars' core. The new compound, FeBi2, shows promise in being superconductive and magnetic.
A new NIH-funded project aims to encourage young men at risk for HIV and other STIs to get tested using a personalized web app. The Get Connected app provides customized content based on users' risk profiles, values, and needs.
A new initiative aims to analyze ancient Alpine rocks for insight into the forces governing activity beneath the crust. Researchers will investigate thorium and uranium decay to lead in the subsurface, improving understanding of Earth's evolution and subduction processes.
Researchers found that unconscious increases in arousal affect participants' confidence in their visual decisions. This effect is counteracted by artificially increased arousal, suggesting a complex relationship between conscious introspection and physiological states.
Researchers will develop a situation-based prevention approach to address campus sexual assault, identifying and addressing risk factors. The project aims to provide culturally responsive practices and policies for survivors of domestic violence.
Two Cornell engineering professors, Paul Steen and Michel Louge, are sending experiments to the International Space Station (ISS) to study the behavior of water in microgravity. Their research aims to gain insights into contact-line mobility and inertial spreading of water droplets, which is important for manufacturing and coating oper...
A University of Washington study found that wait times for an Uber ride are shorter in lower-income neighborhoods, with average waiting times ranging from under four minutes to over 10 minutes across the city. Lower-income areas have a shorter average waiting time compared to wealthier neighborhoods.
A new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health found that elderly people displaced by disasters may experience increased symptoms of dementia. Those who lost touch with neighbors and reported depression had the highest levels of cognitive decline.
Scientists at Binghamton University are developing a high-performance sensor to improve hearing aids, addressing limitations in microphone technology and noise understanding. The research aims to create more sensitive MEMS microphones for improved sound detection.
A 'risky-and-reliable' plant use strategy balancing wetland plants and seasonal grasses may have enabled the adoption of a sedentary lifestyle, driving Neolithization in Jordan. Fossilized phytoliths found at a 19,000-year-old site suggest an alternative to expected Neolithization pathways.
A study by University of Michigan professor Daniel Romero found that matching an opponent's linguistic style in presidential debates can lead to a bump in polls. Function words like conjunctions and quantifiers play a crucial role in this phenomenon, which is linked to processing fluency and easier understanding for third-party viewers.
The superradiant laser uses synchronized emissions of light from strontium atoms to improve atomic clock performance and create precise 'rulers' for space science. The laser's output is expected to be less sensitive to noise, making it sharper as a precision tool.
A study of wild chimpanzees found that female chimps maintain a stable social rank throughout their lives, whereas males' ranks fluctuate as they age. This unique strategy suggests that females consider long-term reproductive success over short-term gains.