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Researchers have created an experimental vaccine that has shown promise in blunting the deadly effects of synthetic opioids like fentanyl and carfentanil. In early tests, the vaccine demonstrated significant reduction in fatal respiratory effects, offering hope for a new treatment approach to combat the opioid crisis.
A recent study on the 2011 Norwegian terrorist attacks found that family members experienced three distinct grief trajectories: moderate, chronic, and those with little to no recovery. High levels of grief were common among participants, with intrusive thoughts contributing to delayed recovery.
A study by University of East Anglia researchers found that banks with powerful CEOs and smaller boards are more susceptible to money laundering and take greater risks. The impact of money laundering is heightened by the presence of powerful CEOs, but large and independent executive boards can partially mitigate this effect.
A new study identifies 20 ways AI can be used to facilitate crime over the next 15 years, with fake content ranking highest in concern. The report highlights the potential for AI-powered crimes like deepfakes to erode trust in audio and visual evidence.
Rates of thyroid cancer among World Trade Center rescue/recovery workers are significantly higher than those in the general population. Asymptomatic cancers detected during heightened medical surveillance contribute to these elevated rates.
A University of York study reveals that community question answering sites like Yahoo! Answers are plagued by hate speech and Islamophobia when discussing terrorism. The research found sensitive questions were more likely to be submitted anonymously and loaded with negative emotions.
Researchers found that motivational interviewing skills increased detainee engagement and information gain, while approaches antithetical to MI had a negative impact. The study suggests creating an environment of personal control and autonomy can encourage cooperation.
Researchers found that individuals go on to achieve eventual success if they learn from previous failures and apply that knowledge forward, whereas others continue to fail until they drop out. The model can aid in making better use of past failed experience for achieving success.
Research reveals that subsequent terrorist attacks are more likely to occur within a 20km radius of the initial attack, suggesting a localized pattern. The study also finds that group alliances and rivalries play a crucial role in shaping terror activity, with mutually reinforcing effects between terror attacks and state intervention.
Preppers in the US are no longer portrayed as extreme right-wing individuals, but rather as those responding to general fears of economic collapse, cyber-attacks, and environmental disasters. Research by Dr Michael Mills found that prepping is a nuanced response to modern American society's culture of fear.
A study by University at Buffalo psychologist Michael Poulin explores the effects of near-miss experiences associated with the 9/11 terrorist attacks on mental health. The research found that survivors who narrowly avoided disaster reported higher levels of re-experiencing symptoms and probable post-traumatic stress disorder.
A study by the University of Kent found that people in Germany became more positive towards the EU after a terrorist attack, despite no change in attitudes towards immigration or refugees. The researchers suggest further research is needed to understand the role of media and politicians' reactions on public responses.
A new study suggests that developed countries can gain economically from their counterterrorism efforts, whereas developing countries face economic losses due to these threats. The study investigates the interplay between trade and terrorism under free trade between a developed nation and a developing nation.
A large-scale research project highlights significant differences between men and women in their backgrounds and roles within terrorist groups. Women were less likely to be involved in planning or carrying out attacks, and more likely to play behind-the-scenes supporting roles.
Researchers create 'megasupramolecules' that can significantly reduce misting of fuel during high-speed impacts, reducing the risk of fire or explosion. The additives also enhance lubrication and flow through pipelines and hoses, and reduce soot formation in diesel engines.
A study by Queen Mary University of London found that white British individuals are almost twice as likely to have extremist sympathies as those of Pakistani heritage. The research also discovered a significant association between depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress with extremist views.
A new study suggests that news coverage of terrorist attacks can significantly impact emotional responses and support for anti-Muslim policies in Western countries. News articles featuring a high number of offenders elicit both fear of terror and anger towards the government, leading to increased support for immigration bans.
Research at Georgia State University found that Muslim-perpetrated terror attacks receive significantly more media attention, highlighting a serious imbalance in news coverage. The study also identified other factors driving coverage, including arrests and government targets.
A recent study found that terror attacks carried out by Muslims receive significantly more media coverage than those committed by other groups. The research highlights the disparity in how news media cover attacks perpetrated by both Muslim and domestic terrorists, which may shape people's perceptions of threats.
Researchers at Michigan State University found that ideological cyberterrorist attacks by far-left groups are on the rise, targeting companies and organizations with data breaches, web defacements, and doxing. The attacks have a significant economic and emotional impact, making them a growing threat.
A new study found that PTSD is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and certain types of cancer. Individuals with a longer duration of untreated PTSD were more likely to develop cardiovascular disease, regardless of the type of traumatic event they experienced.
Professor Sheldon Jacobson and his students developed a risk-based security system that streamlined airport screenings, saving an estimated $350 million annually. Their work led to the creation of TSA PreCheck, which uses dynamic models to assess passenger risk over time.
A report from Michigan State University and global counter-terrorism experts highlights the dangers of unregulated social media after terror attacks. Communications after an incident often lead to a spike in hate crimes and disinformation, perpetuating fear and fueling the terror cycle.
Researchers at Yale University found that majority-group members hold negative views of minority-group individuals with dual identities due to perceived disloyalty. However, this bias can be mitigated when minority-group members demonstrate loyalty to the majority group.
Operation 250, a student-launched public awareness initiative, will expand and evaluate its effectiveness in educating youths, parents, and educators about terrorist recruitment methods. The $1 million grant will allow the organization to increase safety and decrease risky decision-making online.
A major review of 400 research articles found no significant association between acts of terrorism and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), suggesting that 'terrorism isn't terrorising' in terms of causing increased PTSD. The study argues that the focus on PTSD has overshadowed other impacts, such as social and economic effects.
A new study from The University of Texas at Dallas analyzes the impact of terrorism injuries, estimating that victims lost an average of 12,628 years of healthy life due to injuries. The study puts the annual toll of terrorist attacks in context with other causes of death, highlighting the devastating human cost of these events.
Researchers at University of Kent and Copenhagen University link rise in vehicle ramming attacks to social media networks and viral contagion. The study suggests that exposure to these actions through news media and online discussion forums encourages others to engage in similar acts, often with different motives.
A new study by University of Kansas researchers reveals that public concern over terrorist attacks is driven by perceived identities of victims and locations where the attacks occurred. The study found that people tend to impute characteristics of victims based on their country of origin, which influences their perception of threat.
The study finds that both state and non-state actors face similar decisions when it comes to claiming credit for cyberattacks, but their strategies diverge due to different optics. The researchers highlight the importance of understanding how attackers' motives and identity can be revealed through credit claims.
A new study suggests that ISIL activity was not funded by oil as previously thought. The research used remote sensing technology to estimate oil production in areas controlled by the group, finding that production quickly fell after expansion.
A study found that terrorist attacks do not change employers' hiring practices, despite public opinion reacting to the attacks. Ethnic discrimination against Pakistanis remains consistent before and after terrorist attacks in Norway.
A newly funded project aims to create a data-driven tool to identify individuals headed toward violent extremism. The computational tool will monitor and screen for proven risk indicators of radicalization among large databases.
A study at UMass Lowell aims to predict behavioral outcomes based on propaganda type and viewer personality. The research will produce training materials and educational content to counter terrorist recruitment techniques.
A collaboration between BTI Institute and the South East Texas Regional Planning Commission aims to identify current gaps in terrorist response plans and create a unified regional plan. The project will also provide templates and recommendations for nationwide use.
A University of Missouri student and army veteran is studying ISIS propaganda to help the military fight terrorism. By analyzing the organization's communication strategies, researchers can better understand their goals and develop ways to combat them.
UK hospitals face unprecedented challenges in receiving major trauma patients, requiring extended surgery hours, rehabilitation, and support. Healthcare staff experience severe physical and psychological effects, including depression and post-traumatic stress disorder.
A recent analysis found that there are only six studies with empirical data on factors associated with terrorism, and most have variable quality. The lack of research in this area underscores the importance of addressing it to inform national security.
Laws designed to stop terrorism are often too vague, leading to uncertainty in charities' everyday operations. Charities may be forced to change their ways due to unclear legislation, potentially discouraging worthwhile activities.
Researchers identified five specific warning behaviors in the Berlin attacker prior to the 2016 attack, which could inform future threat assessments. The study explores how better awareness of these signs and understanding of perpetrator radicalization might improve prevention.
Following terrorist attacks in Paris and Nice, French experts highlighted the importance of a coordinated medical response, including improved victim identification processes and equipment. The authors also emphasized the need for psychological care and support for those affected, as well as preparedness for future attacks with evolvin...
A recent study analyzed data from California Birth Defects Monitoring Program and found that male infants had lower rates of birth defects after the 9/11 attacks. The researchers suggest that large population stressors like 9/11 may select against weaker male fetuses.
Following Anders Breivik's Norwegian parliament bombing and Utøya massacre in 2011, Danes saw a significant increase in trauma- and stressor-related disorders, with 2,736 extra cases reported. The study suggests media coverage played a crucial role in amplifying the negative effect on mental health.
Research suggests that anti-Muslim sentiment can promote discrimination, limiting Muslim communities' social resources and social cohesion, which may lead to radicalization. Promoting community capacity building could be an effective strategy to improve health and limit radicalization.
A University of Colorado Boulder study compares domestic extremists to street gang members, finding significant differences in age, education level, religiosity, and ethnicity. The research also suggests that policies targeting gangs may not be effective for countering domestic extremism.
New data reveals low levels of referrals to Prevent programme since its implementation, with mental health trusts showing higher rates of referrals. NHS staff training on the programme is also found to be inconsistent, with some trusts reporting only a few percent of staff having received training.
Researchers investigate factors driving violent extremism, including community resilience and psychological constructs like humiliation, to better understand why some with radical views become terrorists. They also examine methods for assessing risk and preventing radicalization.
Researchers at Binghamton University developed a Networked Pattern Recognition Framework to analyze patterns in past attacks and predict future behaviors. The framework achieves over 90% accuracy in identifying attack characteristics, extending attacks, multiple attacks, and terrorist goals.
A new research paper published in Science argues that the US government's national security systems have not adapted sufficiently to the threats posed by groups like Al Qaeda and Islamic State. The paper calls for more field research on young people to inform machine learning and big data analysis to combat terrorism.
Four experts propose a strategy for terrorism research that combines theoretically informed fieldwork with policy-making, aiming to protect academic integrity from politics and inform effective countermeasures. They outline the need for national institutional review boards to ensure legal and ethical standards in research, grounded in ...
Game theory and algorithms improve security by randomizing patrols to evade attackers' predictions. Real-world applications have led to measurable improvements in security for US Coast Guard ferry protection since 2011.
Researchers have developed sensors based on binary metal oxide nanocomposites that can detect gas leaks, including those potentially linked to terrorist attacks. The sensors utilize chemisorption centers to facilitate gas molecule adsorption, enabling fast response times.
The survey found that Americans fear government corruption, terrorism, and health concerns, with a shift towards more personal anxieties. Beliefs in conspiracy theories also emerged as a significant concern, with nearly half of respondents believing the government is concealing information.
The grant aims to create partnerships in disaster-prone regions to enhance national capacity for children's and families' post-disaster response. It adapts the National Child Traumatic Stress Network model, including a digital application for information sharing after disasters.
Researchers found that the September 11 attacks merged immigration and terrorism issues, heightening surveillance and racializing Latino immigrants as a threat. This merger fueled Islamophobia and led to increased deportations, with an average of 334,000 people deported per year since 2003.
A study published in the European Journal of Political Economy found that countries negotiating with terrorists faced up to 87% more kidnappings. Dr. Todd Sandler's research analyzed politically motivated kidnappings worldwide between 1978 and 2013, concluding that concessions lead to more abductions.
Researchers suggest that analyzing and countering terrorist narratives can be an effective way to reduce recruitment. By understanding the processes used by terrorists to persuade people to join their groups, experts can craft counter-narratives that contradict these themes and promote alternative messages.
A recent study by Indiana University found that fusion center violations of individuals' privacy rights are the exception rather than the rule. Fusion centers are taking steps to safeguard privacy, including following federal regulations and establishing checks and balances.
A study reveals that women are better connected within terrorist organizations than men, acting as a glue to fuel the network's vitality and survival. The researchers found high 'betweenness centrality' among female members, making them critical in passing on vital information.
Researchers at Clemson University are working on a sensor that can detect tributyl phosphate, a solvent used to enrich uranium. The goal is to create a reliable and long-lasting sensor that can be deployed remotely to investigate potential nuclear threats.