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UrduAbstract Service robot research recognizes that dyadic customer–service provider interactions do not occur in isolation, yet it has not comprehensively detailed human–robot interaction (HRI) in collective service settings. The current article analyzes 1107 online hotel reviews referring to service robots,…
Month: October 2024
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 shopping…
Partner or servant? The influence of robot role positioning on consumers’ brand evaluations
Abstract Despite the increasing use of robots in marketing to improve consumers’ perceptions of brand image, relatively little is known about how the positioning of robots (i.e., as either partners or servants) influences consumer evaluations of brands employing service robots.…
Artificial intelligence and consumer behavior: From predictive to generative AI
Abstract Since the introduction of ChatGPT, the leading example of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), the research community and the general public have been captivated by GenAI’s remarkable advances in performance, and its ability to both imitate and, in some respects,…
Research points to potential new treatment for aggressive prostate cancer subtype
In two new papers, both published in Cell Reports Medicine, researchers from the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center describe the mechanisms of how alterations in the CDK12 gene drive prostate cancer development and report on a promising degrader that targets CDK12 and a related gene to destroy tumors.
Black, Hispanic, and American Indian adolescents likelier than white adolescents to be tested for drugs, alcohol at pediatric trauma centers
Injured adolescents from marginalized groups treated at pediatric trauma centers are more likely to be tested for drugs and alcohol than white adolescents, even when accounting for injury severity.
Impact of pollutants on pollinators, and how neural circuits adapt to temperature changes
The Kavli Foundation and the U.S. National Science Foundation are collaborating to accelerate research in the emerging field of neurobiology in changing ecosystems. Awardees of the first Kavli-NSF grants will study the impact of atmospheric pollutants on the sense of smell in pollinators, and how neural circuits adapt to changes in temperature.
UMD Alumna Kim Rice DeGross Joins Smith as Office of Career Services Assistant Dean
Accomplished lawyer and litigator Kim Rice DeGross will lead the Office of Career Services at the Robert H. Smith School of Business.
Atmospheric Observatory Opens for Operation in Bankhead National Forest
With help from scientists at U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratories, DOE’s Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) user facility has established a cutting-edge atmospheric observatory in Alabama’s William Bankhead National Forest.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute delivers ‘simple immediate impact’ to patient comfort using weighted blankets
Weighted blankets are available to patients receiving infusions at all Dana-Farber locations as the result of a project led by staff nurse Cheri Hermann, BSN, RN, OCN. The initiative dates to March 2020, when she observed heightened anxiety in patients whose loved ones were unable to accompany them to appointments during the COVID-19 pandemic.
CSUF’s Redesigned Visual Arts Complex Prepares Students for the Future of Art Education
Please join us for a tour of Cal State Fullerton’s renovated visual arts complex on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. This media tour will walk through the Buildings E and H.
Kids Miss Out on Learning to Swim During Pandemic, Widening Racial and Ethnic Disparities
Nearly three out of four kids in Chicago had no swimming lessons in summer of 2022, with significant racial and ethnic differences, according to a parent survey from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago published in Pediatrics.
HKIAS Distinguished Lecture Series: Materials that move faster than light by Prof. Sir John Pendry (23 Oct)
As the HKIAS Senior Fellow at CityUHK and Chair Professor in Theoretical Solid State Physics at Imperial College London, Professor Sir John Pendry will explain the theory behind materials that exhibit virtual motion faster than light and review the current state of experiments realizing this vision.
Houston Methodist part of national consortium to develop vaccine against herpesviruses
Houston Methodist researchers will be part of a national consortium funded by an up to $49 million award from the U.S. Government’s Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to develop a vaccine against two of the most common and destructive strains of herpesviruses that latently infect a majority of Americans and can lead to acute infections, multiple forms of cancer, autoimmune disease and birth defects.
New addition to standard-of-care treatments for non-small-cell lung cancer patients has potential to increase progression-free survival
Houston Methodist researchers have developed an advanced mathematical model that predicts how novel treatment combinations could significantly extend progression-free survival for patients with non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC), the most common type of lung cancer.
Houston Methodist prepares for next pandemic as part of national NIH-funded consortium
The question isn’t if, but when, the next pandemic will hit. Research and observation have identified strong potential for the next pandemic-causing virus to come from one or more of five different virus families.
New MSU research sheds light on impact and bias of voter purging in Michigan
Voter purging can be an important step for creating election integrity, but others have raised concerns about how the process is conducted and who it targets. So, are there negative effects of voter purging? Researchers from Michigan State University wanted to find out — especially due to the minimal data that exists about who is purged at local and state levels. What their research suggests is that voter purging in Michigan disproportionately targets underrepresented and lower-income communities.
IU researchers map pancreatic cancer tumor neighborhoods
Researchers have mapped pancreatic cancer tumor ecosystems using tissue from both the primary tumor and metastatic disease. The study uncovers notable differences that could lead to new treatment strategies for the often-deadly disease.
Scientists develop novel method for strengthening PVC products
Researchers have developed a way to make one type of plastic material more durable and less likely to shed dangerous microplastics.
Do Customers Perceive AI-Written Communications as Less Authentic?
OLD WESTBURY, N.Y. — From Nike and Google to Coca-Cola and McDonald’s, major brands are incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into their advertising campaigns. But how do consumers feel about robots generating emotionally charged marketing content? That’s the question a New York…
Magali Saint-Geniez, PhD, to Receive 2025 American Society for Investigative Pathology Marilyn G. Farquhar Early Career Award for Exceptional Achievement in the Advancement of Women in Experimental Pathology
The 2025 recipient of the American Society for Investigative Pathology (ASIP) Marilyn G. Farquhar Early Career Award for Exceptional Achievement in the Advancement of Women in Experimental Pathology is Dr. Magali Saint-Geniez, the Head of Age-related Macular Degeneration and Director of Novartis Institutes for Biomedical Research at Novartis Biomedical Research.
5 Things I Learned About Cancer From My Diagnosis
“5 Things I Learned About Cancer From My Diagnosis” – Journalist Rochelle Broder-Singer offers tips learned from her experience as a breast cancer survivor.
Biodiversity Policy in the United States
Biodiversity encompasses much more than the number of species—it includes the variety of ecosystems, the genetic diversity within and between species, and the interactions among species within ecosystems.
Why economic forecasts are so often wrong
Why economic forecasts are so often wrong
Martha B. Furie, PhD to Receive 2025 American Society for Investigative Pathology Frieda Robscheit-Robbins Award
The 2025 recipient of the American Society for Investigative Pathology (ASIP) Frieda Robscheit-Robbins Award for Exceptional Achievement in the Advancement of Women in Experimental Pathology is Dr. Martha B. Furie, Professor of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology in the School of Medicine at Stony Brook University.
UC Irvine receives initial $33 million in federal support for vaccine research
Irvine, Calif., Oct. 3, 2024 — With an initial three-year, $33 million grant from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, the University of California, Irvine will lead a multi-institutional drive to create new vaccines as part of the Research and Development of Vaccines and Monoclonal Antibodies for Pandemic Preparedness Network (ReVAMPP).
Pilar Alcaide, PhD, to Receive 2025 American Society for Investigative Pathology Outstanding Investigator Award
he 2025 recipient of the American Society for Investigative Pathology (ASIP) Outstanding Investigator Award is Dr. Pilar Alcaide, Kenneth and Jo Ann G. Wellner Professor, Director of Tufts Immunology Graduate Program, and Assistant Dean for Faculty Development in the Department of Immunology at the Tufts University School of Medicine.
Anindya Dutta, MBBS, PhD to Receive 2025 American Society for Investigative Pathology Rous-Whipple Award
The 2025 recipient of the American Society for Investigative Pathology (ASIP) Rous-Whipple Award is Dr. Anindya Dutta, Endowed Professor and Chair of the Department of Genetics at the University of Alabama – Birmingham.
The Eyes of Birds
A few years ago, I had the opportunity to hear Terry Tempest Williams speak at a local event. I don’t remember many details of her talk, but I do remember her passion, her commitment, and her dedication to being a voice for the environment. Her book, Finding Beauty in a Broken World has been a guidepost for me as a science writer and writing instructor.
Fred P. Sanfilippo, MD, PhD, to Receive 2025 American Society for Investigative Pathology Gold-Headed Cane Award
The 2025 recipient of the American Society for Investigative Pathology (ASIP) Gold-Headed Cane Award is Dr. Fred P. Sanfilippo, Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Professor of Health Policy and Management, and Director of the Emory-Georgia Tech Healthcare Innovation Program at the Emory University School of Medicine.
EMERGE study to explore language trajectories of low-income, ethnically diverse children with autism
Researchers at UCLA Health and the University of North Carolina Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) will co-lead a unique project to assess behavioral and neurological markers of language development in low-income children within their family settings, gathering valuable information that could lead to earlier, more targeted interventions for a population that has been largely underrepresented in autism research.
The race to control the gen AI market has begun. Who will come out on top?
The race to control the gen AI market has begun. Who will come out on top?
The Cancer Journey: Asking For and Accepting Help
Ask for what you need – Journalist and breast cancer survivor, Rochelle Broder-Singer shares her own experiences and discusses the importance of asking for and accepting help. Help is a survivorship necessity, she says.
Onur Kanisicak, PhD, to Receive 2025 American Society for Investigative Pathology Cotran Early Career Investigator Award
The 2025 recipient of the American Society for Investigative Pathology Cotran Early Career Investigator Award is Dr. Onur Kanisicak, an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
The Modern Midwest Prairie: How Ranching and Native Grasslands Can Thrive Together in a Changing Climate
It’s August in South Dakota and a weeklong heat wave where temperatures surpassed 100 degrees has just ended. Thankful for a reprieve from the stifling warmth, I head out early on my day off to explore Badlands National Park. I’ve been staying in Fort Pierre, which is situated on the Missouri River, just across from the capital city of Pierre.
Nakisha S. Rutledge, PhD to Receive 2025 American Society for Investigative Pathology Young Scientist Leadership Award
The 2025 recipient of the American Society for Investigative Pathology (ASIP) Young Scientist Leadership Award is Dr. Nakisha S. Rutledge, a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Prizker School of Molecular Engineering at the Chicago Immunoengineering Innovation Center, University of Chicago.
Dani S. Zander, MD to Receive 2025 American Society for Investigative Pathology Robbins Distinguished Educator Award
The 2025 recipient of the American Society for Investigative Pathology (ASIP) Robbins Distinguished Educator Award is Dr. Dani S. Zander, MacKenzie Professor and Chair in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.
Data, Dawn Choruses, and African Skies
Working in the grasslands, Billi spent her days interacting with ranch staff, many of whom are working on multigenerational operations. “I try to approach any kind of interaction with as much humility as I can.” Billi acknowledges she is a visitor to these areas, and curiously seeks out the inherent knowledge of others, whether it’s the grasslands of South Dakota or the rainforests of Central Africa.
Public Attention Can Drive Governments to Take Meaningful Environmental Actions
A new study from the University of California San Diego’s School of Global Policy and Strategy reveals that public outcry can lead to significant environmental action, even when public administrations are openly hostile to environmental priorities.
What to know ahead of this flu season: vaccines, strains & prevention
As influenza season begins, Americans might be wondering: What’s ahead this fall and winter, and how can I prepare? Northern Arizona University lecturer Matthew Maurer is here to help. Maurer, a public health expert, is available to speak about when…
Argonne’s ReCell Center hosts Industry Collaboration Meeting, highlighting battery recycling partnerships
Argonne’s ReCell Center hosted a two-day Industry Collaboration Meeting. It was attended by major energy storage and battery recycling stakeholders in the Chicagoland community.
Nutrition assistance programs create a stronger, more secure food economy
Increasing access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables through nutrition assistance programs not only improves the health of those in the programs — it can also better shield West Virginia from outside forces that would disrupt supply chains, according…
Researchers Create New System to Decode Genetic Risk for Psychiatric Disorders
The lab of Jason Stein, PhD, associate professor of genetics and member of the UNC Neuroscience Center, has created a controlled model system that could help researchers know more about the genetic variants that increase one’s risk for developing a psychiatric disorder.
Johns Hopkins Joins Cancer AI Alliance
Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) will enable new strategies for tackling cancer in a collaborative venture that brings together team science and vast data resources.
Rutgers Receives Grant from USDA to Develop an Alternative to Hydroponics Method
Rutgers Health received a $607,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to develop “electroponics,” an alternative to the hydroponics approach to farming that would allow plants to grow under limited water conditions or in zero gravity conditions ready for deployment in space stations.
Mpox Vaccine Antibody Responses Waned within a Year, Study Shows
Research shows people previously vaccinated against mpox in 2022 had declining antibody responses after six to 12 months, as World Health Organization (WHO) designates the 2024 mpox outbreak a public health emergency of international concern.
Diabetes Drugs May Affect Endoscopy Patients
Patients who take a class of widely prescribed medications to manage diabetes and obesity may require extra preparations before undergoing upper endoscopy procedures, according to a new Cedars-Sinai study.
Implementing medical imaging AI: issues to consider
As AI is deployed in clinical centers across the U.S., one important consideration is to assure that models are fair and perform equally across patient groups and populations. To better understand the fairness of medical imaging AI, a team of researchers trained over 3,000 models spanning multiple model configurations, algorithms, and clinical tasks.
Faster, more sensitive lung cancer detection from a blood draw
A new way of diagnosing lung cancer with a blood draw is 10 times faster and 14 times more sensitive than earlier methods, according to University of Michigan researchers.
Unraveling the puzzling risk–return relationship: Distinctive roles of government involvement in venture capital investment
Abstract Research Summary Government involvement plays a significant role in fostering entrepreneurship. We examine how government involvement in venture capital (VC) investments shapes the decoupling between risk-taking and investment returns. We distinguish government involvement through state ownership (GVC) and personal…