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UrduAbstract As the world transitions towards sustainable energy solutions, the hydrogen economy is poised to play a crucial role due to its capacity to mitigate carbon emissions and solve energy storage challenges. This review assesses the potential of blockchain technology…
Month: July 2024
Mayo Clinic again earns top positions in U.S. News rankings, continues to transform healthcare for people everywhere
Mayo Clinic has once again been named a best hospital in the United States in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-2025 “Best Hospitals” rankings, which were released today.
A multidisciplinary view on agrivoltaics: Future of energy and agriculture
Abstract The increasing global population amplifies the demand for food and energy. Meeting these demands should be a priority and aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Photovoltaic (PV) systems are one of the key technologies for a sustainable energy…
Farming under the influence?
A new University of Georgia study reveals that one in five U.S. farmers report binge drinking when they experience high levels of stress. The paper underlines the link between farmers using alcohol to cope with stress. Farming is a uniquely stressful vocation. Farmers work long hours performing labor-intensive, repetitive and often dangerous tasks.
Mayo Clinic ranked No. 1 hospital in Florida by U.S. News & World Report, makes leap in national rankings
Mayo Clinic is again ranked the No. 1 hospital in Florida and the Jacksonville metro area in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals” 2024-2025 rankings. Mayo Clinic in Florida has ranked No. 1 in the state of Florida for eight of the past nine years.
Phil Anglewicz Named Director of the William H. Gates Sr. Institute for Population and Reproductive Health
Philip Anglewicz, PhD, MA, has been named the director of the William H. Gates Sr. Institute for Population and Reproductive Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Anglewicz succeeds Jose “Oying” G. Rimon II, who is retiring after serving as the Institute’s director since 2014. Anglewicz assumed his new role July 1.
Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children’s Selects New Surgeon-in-Chief
Leading pediatric surgical oncologist Eugene Kim, MD, has been named the new surgeon-in-chief and associate director of Surgery at Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children’s.
Cedars-Sinai Again Ranked in Top Tier of U.S. Hospitals
Cedars-Sinai has been named to the Honor Roll for the ninth consecutive year in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals 2024-25” rankings.
Early detection of miRNAs in maternal blood may offer the potential for predicting preeclampsia
A new study by researchers at UCLA Health finds that early detection of specific microRNAs (miRNAs) packaged in vesicles may offer the opportunity to predict preeclampsia in pregnant people before clinical symptoms manifest.
Female Australian football players are taking more hits
New research from the University of South Australia has for the first time identified the most common and burdensome injuries experienced by sub-elite female Australian football players in the South Australian National Football League Women’s (SANFLW) competition.
MD Anderson ranked No. 1 in the nation for cancer care
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today was ranked number one in the nation for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-25 “Best Hospitals” survey. Since the survey’s inception in 1990, MD Anderson has consistently been one of the top two hospitals in the nation for cancer care, and it has maintained the top ranking for the past 10 years.
UC San Diego Health No. 1 in San Diego, Top 20 in the Nation
Region’s only academic health system ranks No. 1 in San Diego and California with 11 medical and surgical specialties rated among nation’s best.
UT Southwestern once again ranked best hospital in DFW
UT Southwestern Medical Center is the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for the eighth consecutive year and ranks among the nation’s top hospitals for care in 11 specialties – the most of any hospital in Texas, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Hospitals list released today.
Expert Available: Trump’s Solid Lead over Biden
University of Michigan political expert Michael Traugott: “The assassination attempt will boost Donald Trump’s standing in his party, and he will come out of the convention with a solid lead over Joe Biden in the national polls.” Bio: https://cps.isr.umich.edu/people/mtrau/ Contact: [email protected] or cell (734-846-4469)
Survey finds women in their 40s may choose to delay mammography when informed about the benefits and harms
A nationally representative U.S. survey found women in their 40s may decide to start mammography at an older age when informed about the benefits and potential harms of breast cancer screening, including overdiagnosis and the risk for a false positive result.
GLP-1RAs not associated with increased risk for suicidal thoughts or behaviors
A target trial emulation study found no increased risk for suicidal thoughts or behaviors associated with the use of GLP-1RAs (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists) to treat type 2 diabetes (T2D).
Hospital-onset SARS-CoV-2 infection associated with significant morbidity and mortality during Omicron era
A retrospective matched cohort study found that SARS-CoV-2 infections acquired while in the hospital continue to be associated with significant morbidity and mortality, even during the Omicron era.
Experts create framework to identify and address “spin” in research reporting
An international team of researchers specializing in spin and reporting bias created a framework to provide guidance for authors, peer reviewers, and editors to recognize and rectify “spin,” or the misleading reporting, interpretation, and extrapolation of findings in primary and secondary research, such as systematic reviews.
Expert available: Trump documents case and meaning of ‘Appointments Clause’
In dismissing the classified documents case against former president Donald Trump, U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon argues that the appointment of special counsel Jack Smith violated the Appointments Clause of the United States Constitution. Would the Founders have agreed? Presidential historian…
Most Salmonella illnesses from chicken caused by few products with high levels of virulent strains
Raw poultry is one of the main causes of Salmonella poisoning, which affects thousands of people in the U.S. every year. A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign shows that few products with high levels of very virulent Salmonella strains are responsible for most of the illnesses from raw chicken parts.
Nelson Mandela Day: Today’s Politicians Need to Take Time to Remember and Resemble Mandela
July 18 marks Nelson Mandela Day, a global celebration of the former South African President’s leadership, resilience, and social justice legacy. Why was Nelson Mandela such an important figure in history?
World Nature Conservation Day: Promoting Environmental Awareness and Action
July 28 marks World Nature Conservation Day, a global initiative to raise awareness about protecting our natural environment.
Experts on Trump assassination attempt, fallout, political climate, and RNC
In the wake of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump over the weekend, Virginia Tech experts are available to discuss the media and political fallout, what the event says about the climate of our politics, and the impacts it will have on the Republican National Convention this week in Milwaukee, as well as the broader presidential race.
Trump’s selection of J.D. Vance is all about strategy, says expert
The selection of J.D. Vance as former president Donald Trump’s Republican running mate was a strategic move to help deliver votes in key battleground states, says a Virginia Tech political expert.
Observatorio Rubin será crucial para descubrir enanas café que revelarán los secretos de la Vía Láctea
Demasiado grandes para ser planetas, pero demasiado pequeñas para ser estrellas, las enanas café más distantes son un ingrediente clave para entender la historia de la Vía Láctea. Por tal motivo, la Investigación del Espacio-Tiempo como Legado para la posteridad del Observatorio Vera C. Rubin será clave para detectar una población de antiguas enanas café que se espera sea unas 20 veces mayor de lo que se ha visto hasta el momento, con lo que será posible revelar los procesos que dieron forma a nuestra galaxia.
NSF–DOE Rubin Observatory Will Detect Thousands of Elusive Brown Dwarfs, Unlocking Milky Way Mysteries
Too big to be planets but too small to be stars, distant brown dwarfs are a key ingredient for understanding the history of the Milky Way. Vera C. Rubin Observatory’s Legacy Survey of Space and Time will detect a population of ancient brown dwarfs about 20 times bigger than we’ve previously seen, revealing the processes that shaped our home galaxy.
NASA’s Webb Investigates Eternal Sunrises, Sunsets on Distant World
Since the first exoplanet was discovered in 1992, thousands of planets orbiting stars outside of our solar system have been confirmed through a myriad of different methods, including direct imaging, gravitational microlensing, measuring transits, and astrometry.
Study Pinpoints Origins of Creativity in the Brain
The new results could ultimately help lead to interventions that help spark creative thought or aid people who have mental illnesses that disrupt these regions of the brain.
Human Plague Case Confirmed in Colorado
A human case of plague has been confirmed in a Colorado resident. The case was identified in Pueblo County. According to county public health officials, the resident was diagnosed following a four-day investigation based on preliminary test results. Right now,…
Carbon emissions and reduction performance of photovoltaic systems in China
Abstract Solar energy is an inexhaustible clean energy, which can be converted into electricity through photovoltaic (PV) modules. However, the production of these modules is a process of pollution, which will generate a large amount of carbon emissions. Therefore, investigating…
Loss of Oxygen in Lakes and Oceans a Major Threat to Ecosystems, Society, and Planet
Oxygen is a fundamental requirement of life, and the loss of oxygen in water, referred to as aquatic deoxygenation, is a threat to life at all levels. In fact, in research recently published in Nature Ecology and Evolution, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s Associate Professor Kevin Rose, Ph.D. and his collaborators describe how ongoing deoxygenation presents a major threat to the stability of the planet as a whole.
Dr. Vlad Hruby Awarded 2024 Stuhlinger Medal in Electric Propulsion
Highest Honor Bestowed to Busek’s Founder for Contributions to the Field of Electric Propulsion in Space
Predictive models for photosynthetic active radiation irradiance in temperate climates
Abstract This research evaluated 10 different empirical models designed for predicting Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) at higher latitudes, addressing atmospheric conditions specific to these regions. The research introduces the Musleh-Rahman (MR) model, which substitutes Diffuse Horziontal Irradiance (DHI) with Clear…
Yeast Fuel, Developed by Chula’s Faculty of Science Soon to Expand Its Production for the Aerospace Industry
Researchers from Chulalongkorn University have made use of forage grass to feed microorganisms and convert the resulting fat into jet fuel. They aim to expand petroleum-based oil replacement production to reduce impacts on human health and the environment.
Three Mile Island reopening? Harrisburg U professor explores the economic impact, benefits, and risks.
Three Mile Island (TMI), located just south of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, has been dormant since suffering a partial meltdown in March 1979. Now, there’s talk about bringing it back online. Residents of the region are naturally curious and potentially concerned about…
A holistic life cycle assessment of steel bridge deck pavement
Abstract Transportation serves as a cornerstone of economic development and is a significant contributor to carbon emissions. This study established a life cycle assessment model that incorporates refined carbon emission calculation parameters, streamlining the computation process while maintaining precision. A…
Sustainable gains from inland waterway investments at port-city interface
Abstract The objective of this research is to identify and quantify the sustainable impacts resulting from transportation investments at the port-city interface. These investments encompass two main components: 1) restoring the local inland waterway fairway for navigation, and 2) constructing…
Assassination Attempts on Donald Trump: A Political Threat
Recent events have brought the issue of assassination attempts on Donald Trump into sharp focus. These incidents have significant implications for national security and the political landscape.
Multi-step photovoltaic power forecasting using transformer and recurrent neural networks
Abstract Affordable and clean energy is an important UN sustainable development goal. Solar energy is more difficult to control than fossil fuels, highlighting the need for accurate solar power forecasts. This study develops three variants of the transformer networks, called…
Measuring energy transition away from fossil fuels: A new index
Abstract With the adoption of carbon neutrality policies, an increasing number of countries have implemented diverse measures to facilitate the energy transition away from fossil fuels. Ascertaining the efficacy of these measures towards meeting the goals of Paris Agreement and…
World Hepatitis Day: Promoting Awareness and Action
July 28 marks World Hepatitis Day, a date dedicated to raising awareness about hepatitis and promoting measures to combat this serious public health issue.
Caught in the Actinium
Researchers grew crystals containing actinium and illuminated them with X-rays to learn how the radioactive metal binds with other elements. That information could help design better cancer treatments.
Localization of anion exchange membrane water electrolysis is a step forward!
A research team led by Dr. Sung Mook Choi of the Korea Institute of Materials Science(KIMS) has developed a one-step electrode fabrication process for the first time in South Korea.
Atomically controlled MXenes enable cost-effective green hydrogen production
A research team led by Dr. Albert Sung Soo Lee at Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) with collaboration with Professor Chong Min Koo’s group at Sungkyunkwan University has developed an oxidatively stable molybdenum-based MXene as electrocatalyst support in anion exchange membrane water electrolyzers.
Marital separation, reconciliation, and repartnering in later life
Abstract Objective The growth in gray divorce raises new questions about the marital dissolution process experienced by older adults. Our goal was to assess patterns of reconciliation among couples following marital separation, treating forming a union with a new partner…
Climate change and shareholder value: Evidence from textual analysis and Trump’s unexpected victory☆
Abstract Exploiting a novel measure of firm-specific exposure to climate change generated from cutting-edge machine learning algorithms, we explore the effect of climate change vulnerability on shareholder wealth using Donald Trump’s unexpected election victory in 2016. Our results demonstrate that…
Voice of the Professional: Acquiring competitive intelligence from large-scale professional generated contents
Abstract Professional generated content (PGC) serves as a vital and reliable online source that provides large-scale information about various aspects of brands and products. This study focuses on acquiring product-level competitive intelligence from large-scale PGCs. Specifically, we aim to simultaneously…
Enhancing trust in online grocery shopping through generative AI chatbots
Abstract Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) is witnessing a lot of adoption across industries, but literature is yet to fully document the nuances of these applications. We develop a comprehensive framework for understanding the factors that affect trust in online grocery…
Reputation and recency: How do aggressive short sellers assess ESG-Related Information?
Abstract We examine the effects of short- and long-term as well as positive and negative ESG reputation of companies on aggressive short selling. Our results suggest that aggressive short selling is most associated with recent and negative ESG-related news. These…
Inspiration and consumer patience in intertemporal choice: A moderated mediation model of meaning in life and regulatory focus
Abstract Previous studies have investigated the positive effects of inspiration, but its influence on consumer patience in intertemporal choice remains largely unknown. To bridge this gap, we conducted six studies to examine the relationship between inspiration and consumer patience in…