Articles tagged with Research Funding
A new mechanism reveals counterintuitive rules for individual movement in crowds, with implications for controlling active systems, such as nanoparticle delivery and crowd security. Researchers plan to apply their findings to develop intelligent nanorobots for drug-delivery and environmental sustainability.
The new laser-based tracking system HYPERION enables aircraft and UAVs to transmit vital data securely and efficiently. With its optimised range of 1km and potential to extend this, HYPERION could aid disaster relief efforts by allowing for real-time access to mission data.
The African Postharvest Losses information System (APHLIS) will be upgraded to monitor other crops, improving postharvest management. The new system will provide data on crop quality, income, and nutrition, enabling strategic targeting of investment in loss mitigation and R&D programmes.
The EU has awarded a €1.2 million project to the University of Huddersfield, led by Professor Grigoris Antoniou, to tackle the challenge of reasoning in legal informatics. This research will enable companies to ensure compliance with regulations and make informed decisions.
Researchers have achieved controlled movement of individual skyrmions along a magnetic wire using electrical impulses at room temperature. This breakthrough is a significant step towards the development of new data storage technologies, offering improved energy efficiency and high storage density.
A new study by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health finds that HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment will cost $261 billion if coverage is scaled up, exceeding domestic financing capabilities. The researchers emphasize the need for innovative funding sources to sustain control efforts.
A new German-Russian materials research cooperation will be established with participation of 25 scientists from both countries. The programme aims to create magnetically controlled elastic materials for customised sensory applications.
The University of Bath has been awarded two Innovate UK grants to lead separate projects investigating different aspects of a vehicle's exhaust system, aiming to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The research will focus on two new ways to utilize waste thermal energy to enhance fuel economy in future vehicles.
A new eHealth solution is being developed to improve direct and rapid access to youth mental health services in Canada. The pilot program will facilitate self-referral through a web portal and secure communication platform, with the goal of empowering young people to undertake the initial consultation process.
The Office of Naval Research awarded $25 million to 47 young investigators for their promising basic research in various naval-relevant fields. The awardees will receive funding for laboratory equipment, graduate student stipends and scholarships.
A team of Cornell graduate students has developed a hyper-elastic light-emitting capacitor (HLEC) that can stretch up to six times its original size while emitting light. The material allows robots to change their color in response to mood or environment, enabling human-robot interactions.
Japanese researchers are urging increased interdisciplinarity and internationalization in Japanese energy and environment research to provide effective scientific advice. The Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami killed over 15,000 people and crippled the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant five years ago.
The University of Warwick will receive £5 million to support 66 PhD students in engineering and physical sciences research. The program aims to equip students with advanced research training and skills to address 21st-century questions.
A recent study by University of Illinois researchers found that conservation aid alone has not prevented deforestation in sub-Saharan Africa. The study suggests that in some cases, conservation aid may have exacerbated forest loss due to displacement of forest clearing activities outside protected areas.
Researchers at Saarland University have developed a system that enables players to interact with each other and the game using spoken language, despite speaking different languages. The Dialog Box uses AI-powered voice interactions to facilitate collaboration and problem-solving among team members.
A new study by NYU Tandon School of Engineering found that Craigslist identifies less than half of scam rental listings, with suspicious postings lingering for up to 20 hours. The researchers mapped the listings into seven distinct scam categories, most involving credit card payments.
The study proposes a multi-criteria decision aid framework to assess water storage systems, prioritizing farmers as key stakeholders. Outranking assessment is suggested to facilitate systematic planning and inclusion of various criteria, ensuring more effective water storage investments in Sub-Sahara Africa.
A GW chemistry professor is leading a team of researchers to identify enzyme inhibitors as possible medications for devastating diseases like malaria and tuberculosis. The five-year, $2.6 million grant will focus on designing small molecule inhibitors that can stop the production of key enzymes necessary for pathogen survival.
The Cyclotron Road program has selected its second cohort of innovators, including researchers working on next-generation batteries, advanced materials, and solar technologies. The new cohort will receive funding and mentorship to develop their technology from Berkeley Lab.
Researchers will work on two programmes: Nano-Engineered Flow Technologies and MISTRAL, aiming to improve infrastructure design and modeling at the nanoscale. The projects will focus on enhancing fuel efficiency, cooling electronics, and developing visionary technologies.
A study from the University of Leicester found that women who feel more at risk of crime tend to be attracted to physically dominant men. The researchers suggest that this attraction is not based on a desire for protection, but rather a psychological mechanism related to feelings of vulnerability.
A research team at the University of Tokyo has identified an enzyme called Trimmer, which trims the tails of small RNAs called piRNAs. This process helps regulate jumping genes, or transposons, that can disrupt host genes and contribute to diseases like cancer.
Dr. Marisa Orr receives a five-year CAREER grant to develop an online Academic Dashboard for empowering engineering students to make adaptive decisions and achieve academic success. The project aims to improve student outcomes by reducing time to graduation and increasing student satisfaction with their major and eventual career.
The Geographical Management of Cancer Health Disparities Program (GMaP) grant supports region-specific cancer research, education, outreach, and training needs. Moffitt serves as the hub for GMaP Region 2, which includes partner institutions in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, and Puerto Rico.
Researchers from PLOS ONE discovered three skeletons buried in medieval graves in France that may have belonged to Muslims, with DNA analysis revealing paternal lineage from North Africa. The burials follow Islamic rites and radiocarbon dating suggests the skeletons are from the 7th-9th centuries.
Scientists from the University of Exeter will lead a four-year €5.4 million project to discover essential raw materials and minerals in Europe. The team aims to use advanced techniques to expose previously unknown underground resources for high-tech products.
Researchers propose novel solutions to improve bridge safety and reduce maintenance costs, addressing structural issues with rebar placement and column connections. Computer modeling suggests cost savings of up to 30 times greater than the research investment.
A team of geologists at UC Santa Barbara is measuring coastal erosion and the effects of sea level rise and higher energy storms brought by El Niño this winter. The study aims to simulate future climate conditions and provide insights into California's coast a century from now.
A new study found that salespeople who accurately gauge customers' focus on non-monetary benefits versus price can reduce discounts by an average of $616 per transaction. Correctly perceiving customers' price sensitivity is not easy, as salespeople are easily thrown off by misinterpreted cues.
Montreal scientists have discovered a mechanism that enables brain cells to adjust their support for neurons, potentially improving brain function or restoring lost potential in disease. The discovery sheds light on the complex functioning of astrocytes, star-shaped cells that protect and support brain neurons.
A virtual reality system, ICSPACE, is being developed to support physical rehabilitation and athletic performance. The system uses stereoscopic glasses and infrared cameras to track users' movements, providing personalized feedback and coaching.
A new study found that dietary and pharmaceutical interventions can have opposite effects on mortality rates in males versus females. The findings support the theory that the sexes age differently, with some interventions increasing longevity in females but decreasing it in males.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center received $14 million in CPRIT research funding to recruit three cancer scientists, including two senior researchers and a tenure-track faculty member. This funding supports the institution's goal of attracting top research talent to advance cancer research.
Pollinator preferences favor orchids with stronger scents in the Swiss lowlands, but not in mountain regions. Key differences were found in floral scent molecules and pollinator communities between the two areas.
The European Research Council has granted Dr. Thomas Tütken a Consolidator Grant to investigate when the first land-based vertebrates began to use plants as a food source. By analyzing fossil teeth, he aims to reconstruct past food webs and extinction patterns of early land vertebrates.
The Center for Infection and Immunity at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health is studying tick-borne bacteria and viruses to better understand their role in human disease. The $1.9M grant will support research into potential pathogens, such as Borrelia burgdorferi, which causes Lyme disease.
Crowdsourcing platforms have helped solve complex problems, but also enable malicious activities like crowdturfing. Researchers at Utah State University are creating new tools to analyze and stop these manipulative tactics.
A University of Illinois study found that livestock donations to poor households in Zambia significantly increased people's incomes, boosting household budgets by up to 25% and enabling them to afford higher-nutrition foods like milk. The study also showed that recipients changed their diet to include more diverse food groups.
A team of researchers led by Daniel Bodony from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is working on making jet engines quieter. They are using supercomputers, including XSEDE's Stampede, to analyze aerodynamics and resolve multi-scale problems in turbulent flows.
Previous lactation performance and weather can predict colostrum quality in dairy cows. Researchers found that warmer temperatures improve colostrum quality by increasing blood vessel permeability.
Researchers found that by-product metals and minerals are indeed more price volatile than commodity materials, with a 50% increase in volatility over the past 50 years. However, monthly price data showed mixed evidence, which may be attributed to smaller transaction volumes and unchanged published prices for several months at a time.
VILLUM FONDEN awards $150 million grant to establish a new research centre at Technical University of Denmark, focusing on developing sustainable fuels and chemicals. The centre will be led by Professor Ib Chorkendorff and aims to contribute to the green transformation of global society.
Research success increasingly hinges on honing teamwork skills, according to experts at Arizona State University. Developing communication and leadership skills is key to team chemistry and overcoming language barriers.
Researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln have predicted a new molecular form of frozen water, which could become the 18th known crystalline form of water. The proposed ice is about 25 percent less dense than a record-low form synthesized by a European team in 2014.
New research predicts more frequent extreme weather events will disrupt global food production, leading to 'food shocks' that can wreak havoc on markets and families worldwide. The study highlights the increasing interconnectedness of global food systems, making countries vulnerable to distant production shocks.
Researchers at Scripps Research Institute are investigating mechanisms contributing to Huntington's disease, a fatal inherited disorder affecting movement and brain function. The study aims to clarify the Rhes signaling pathway's role in mitochondrial energy production and identify potential drug targets.
A study published in PLOS ONE analyzed the oxygen, strontium, and carbon isotope ratios in 105 Roman skeletons to determine their geographical origin and diet. The researchers found evidence of migrants from North Africa and the Alps, mostly children and men, whose diets likely changed significantly upon arrival.
Leading global health bodies, including academic journals and NGOs, have pledged to share data on the Zika crisis. The declaration aims to facilitate a rapid global response and promote open science in public health emergencies.
A team of scientists has developed a colorless, non-toxic ink for use in inkjet printers, inspired by the nanostructure of squid skin for natural camouflage. The ink, made from titanium dioxide, can be deposited on various surfaces without high-temperature fixing and does not fade from UV exposure.
Gun violence claims thousands of lives in the US annually, with experts arguing that a public health approach is needed to address the issue. The 1997 funding freeze has hindered research into gun policies and safety, but experts propose steps such as tracking gun ownership and improving community training.
The University of Cincinnati's Arlitt Center has received a three-year, $1.6 million grant from the National Science Foundation to support teacher development and research into early childhood science learning through outdoor play environments. The grant will fund four initiatives: web-based professional development programs, research ...
A University of Exeter mathematician is studying the migration patterns of wildebeest, caribou, and salmon using state-of-the-art robotics and computer vision software. The research aims to understand how social influence impacts the stability and robustness of these migrations.
The NET Research Foundation has received a major gift to launch the most ambitious research effort ever undertaken to control and cure neuroendocrine cancers. The $15 million gift will support researchers dedicated to finding a cure for this rare disease, which affects over 100,000 Americans annually.
Researchers at Utah State University have unraveled the science of skipping spheres by studying the deformation of elastic spheres on water. They found that the sphere's deformed shape creates a larger lifting force, allowing it to skip multiple times across the surface.
A University of Illinois researcher found that a country's governance quality affects the livelihoods of families who rely on resources from national parks. In Benin, better governance led to better social and ecological outcomes, while Niger's poor governance resulted in negative consequences for poorer communities.
A study published in Eating Behaviors found that a breakfast high in protein, such as eggs, can keep children fuller for longer and reduce their energy intake at lunch by approximately 70 calories. However, the effects of this protein-rich meal do not last throughout the day.
Researchers developed a new mathematical model to apply to inventory problems, considering demand and determining optimal orders. The study aims to connect with businesses to assess the benefit of implementing the new model and curb profit losses.
The Kinder Institute will expand its research capacity to address pressing urban challenges in Houston and the US, with a focus on data analysis and policy solutions. The three-year grant will support new research programs and initiatives, including urban data platforms, transportation planning, and gentrification studies.
The DComm programme explores deictic communication, a fundamental aspect of human interaction, and its application in technology, education, and clinical settings. Researchers will investigate how deictic communication affects individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and stroke patients.
In a study, researchers found that making small modifications to a task during repeated practice sessions can lead to faster skill acquisition. This is due to the process of reconsolidation, which strengthens motor skills by recalling and modifying existing memories. By adjusting their performance despite unawareness of subtle changes,...