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Connectedness to nature makes children happier
This connection causes children to display more sustainable behaviors, which in turn gives them greater levels of happiness
Comparing PFAS exposures in female firefighters and office workers
Firefighters have higher rates of some cancers than the general population, which might not be surprising given the many potential carcinogens they encounter while battling blazes. However, previous studies of chemical exposures in this occupation have focused almost exclusively on…
Motley crew: Rust and light a possible answer to the conundrum of hydrogen fuel production
Scientists identify a new and efficient way of producing hydrogen from organic waste solution using a catalyst derived from — of all things — rust
Billions lost as illicit fisheries trade hurting nations who can afford it least
More than eight million to 14 million tonnes of unreported fish catches are traded illicitly every year, costing the legitimate market between $9 billion and $17 billion in trade each year, according to new UBC research. In a paper published…
HKUST scientists shed light on COVID-19 vaccine development
A team of scientists at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has recently made an important discovery in identifying a set of potential vaccine targets for the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, providing crucial leads for guiding experimental efforts towards…
Are cats the ‘canary in the coal mine’ for wildfire effects on human health?
Scientists learn from cats injured in california wildfires
Fur-friendly ‘wearable for pets’ developed at Imperial
Imperial College London researchers have invented a new health tracking sensor for pets and people that monitors vital signs through fur or clothing. The new type of sensor, which can detect vital signs like heart and breathing rates through fur…
International group of scientists found new regulators of blood supply to the brain
The data obtained can be used in the treatment of hypertension, occurring without an obvious reason
Ancient meteorite site on Earth could reveal new clues about Mars’ past
Study seeks understanding of how Mars may have once hosted oceans and life
MIT Technology Review selects AI molecular design as a breakthrough and highlights Insilico
26th of February, 2020, 7:00 AM ET – Insilico Medicine today announced that MIT Technology Review selected AI-discovered molecules as a breakthrough of the year with the availability horizon of 3-5 years. Insilico Medicine’s research together with the University of…
Breaking down stubborn molecules
Researchers connect microbes in the twilight zone of the ocean with the breakdown of tough organic molecules
Innovative power-to-gas technologies for the energy transition
Final conference of the STORE&GO EU Research Project at KIT
Motion capture technology used to prevent falls in older people
Volunteers in their seventies have donned motion capture suits for a study using Hollywood technology to assess the benefits of an exercise programme designed to reduce the risk of falls in older people. Dance and movement artist Ben Dunks worked…
Elderly patients also benefit from kidney transplantation
Study shows that patients older than 75 years who received a kidney from a similarly aged donor remain dialysis-free for the rest of their lives
Drinks with added sugars linked to lipid imbalance, which increases CVD risk
Journal of the American Heart Association report
Slow, steady increase in exercise intensity is best for heart health
much more is not always much better
Army awards grants to eight universities to tackle modernization challenges
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. — The U.S. Army awarded grants to eight academic teams from diverse scientific fields to develop disruptive solutions to some of the most promising challenges important to Army modernization. The teams will study topics including adversarial…
Small precipitates make big difference in mitigating strength-ductility tradeoff
Researchers from the Institute of Mechanics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, teaming up with scientists from Singapore and the U.S., have found that nanoscale precipitates provide a unique sustainable dislocation source at sufficiently high stress. The scientists discovered that…
Crowdfunding — entrepreneurs should resist the urge to promise to save the Earth
Too strong a focus on social or environmental benefits may hinder fundraising on business-oriented crowdfunding platforms, new study shows
New research sheds light on the unique ‘call’ of Ross Sea killer whales
New Curtin University-led research has found that the smallest type of killer whale has 28 different complex calls, comprising a combination of burst-pulse sounds and whistles, which they use to communicate with family members about the changing landscape and habitat.…
Turbulent times revealed on Asteroid 4 Vesta
Planetary scientists at Curtin University have shed some light on the tumultuous early days of the largely preserved protoplanet Asteroid 4 Vesta, the second largest asteroid in our Solar System. Research lead Professor Fred Jourdan, from Curtin University’s school of…
A tactile robot finger with no blind spots
Columbia Engineers first to demonstrate a robotic finger with a highly precise sense of touch over a complex, multicurved surface
KAT6A syndrome: Advances on the genetic bases and clinical picture of a rare disease
Expanding the clinical phenotype of patients
Roberts Individualized Medical Genetics Center Outlines Framework for Centralized Approach to Genetic and Genomic Testing
In a special report published today in the journal Pediatrics, Roberts Individualized Medical Genetics Center researchers, physicians, and genetic and financial counselors describe the success of the model, their plans to build on that success for the future, and the important lessons learned from their first four years in operation.
Cellular metabolism regulates the fate decision between pathogenic and regulatory T cells
Preclinical research shows a pivotal role for cellular metabolism to regulate the fate decision of CD4 T cells as they differentiate into either destructive Th17 cells that mediate chronic inflammation or regulatory Treg T cells, a decision that occurs very early in the activation of CD4 T cells.
Radio waves detect particle showers in a block of plastic
A cheap technique could detect neutrinos in polar ice, eventually allowing researchers to expand the energy reach of IceCube without breaking the bank.
Identify, track, capture
Sandia National Laboratories robotics experts are working on a way to intercept enemy unmanned aircraft systems midflight.
Medication Treatments Led to 80 Percent Lower Risk of Fatal Overdose for Patients with Opioid Use Disorder than Medication-free Treatments
Patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) receiving treatment with opioid agonists (medications such as methadone or buprenorphine) had an 80 percent lower risk of dying from an opioid overdose compared to patients in treatment without the use of medications.
Study Finds Picking up a Pingpong Paddle May Benefit People with Parkinson’s
Pingpong may hold promise as a possible form of physical therapy for Parkinson’s disease. People with Parkinson’s who participated in a pingpong exercise program once a week for six months showed improvement in their Parkinson’s symptoms, according to a preliminary study released today that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 72nd Annual Meeting in Toronto, Canada, April 25 to May 1, 2020.
Spending time in nature reduces stress, research finds
New research from an interdisciplinary Cornell team has found that as little as 10 minutes in a natural setting can help college students feel happier and lessen the effects of both physical and mental stress.
Using biology to explain social psychology of cultural differences wins theoretical prize at SPSP
The idea of using principles from biology as a theoretical framework for social psychologists to understand societal differences has won the 2019 Daniel M. Wegner Theoretical Innovation Prize from the Society for Personality and Social Psychology. Scientists from Arizona State University and the University of California, Irvine, used adaptive phenotypic plasticity, or how the environment of a living thing affects development and behavior, as a model for how people act in different societies.
University of Redlands School of Business Dean criticizes Amazon after PBS Frontline report
Tom Horan, a nationally recognized thought leader who is Senecal Endowed Dean of the School of Business at the University of Redlands, says the global commerce giant Amazon lacks commitment to heightened Inland Empire prosperity. “A recent episode of Frontline (PBS) documented…
KU Cancer Center partners with Fox4 to host Teen Town Hall on Vaping
The University of Kansas Cancer Center has partnered with Fox4 and the Kansas City Kansas School district to host a town hall on vaping at Sumner Academy February 27.
Seeing starch: Novel technique enables gentle observation of biofuel materials
Scientists at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a new method to peer deep into the nanostructure of biomaterials without damaging the sample. This novel technique can confirm structural features in starch, a carbohydrate important in biofuel production.
From Civil Rights to Diss Tracks: How Black Women Have Shaped U.S. Culture
In her new book, A Black Women’s History of the United States, co-authored by Daina Ramey Berry, Kali Nicole Gross explores black women’s history spanning more than 400 years and includes voices from the poor and working class as well as civil rights leaders, athletes and musicians.
Juul youth marketing investigation requires diligent approach
Officials announced Tuesday that investigators from 39 states will look into the marketing and sales of vaping products by Juul Labs. The investigation includes whether the company targeted youths and misled consumers about nicotine content in its devices. Alan Mathios,…
Smithsonian Releases 2.8 Million Free Images for Broader Public Use
The Smithsonian announced today the launch of Smithsonian Open Access, an initiative that removes Smithsonian copyright restrictions from about 2.8 million of its digital collection images and nearly two centuries of data. This means that people everywhere can now download, transform and share this open access content for any purpose, for free, without further permission from the Smithsonian.
Latest Scarlet and Black Book Explores Lives of Rutgers’ First Black Students
In a new book in the Scarlet and Black Project, Rutgers University continues to examine its historical relationship to race, slavery and disenfranchisement, telling the story of the school’s first black students, who were pioneers treated as outcasts on their own campus.
Weight-Based Bullying Linked to Increased Adolescent Alcohol, Marijuana Use
Adolescents who are bullied about their weight or body shape may be more likely to use alcohol or marijuana than those who are not bullied, according to new research published by the American Psychological Association.
Using Social Media to Understand the Vaccine Debate in China
THE SITUATIONVaccine acceptance is a crucial public health issue, which has been exacerbated by the use of social media to spread content expressing vaccine hesitancy. Studies have shown that social media can provide new information regarding the dynamics of vaccine…
Treatment to reset immune cells markedly improves TBI symptoms
Researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) found that targeting overactive immune cells in the brain with an experimental drug could limit brain cell loss and reverse cognitive and motor difficulties caused by traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Study finds key mechanism for how typhoid bacteria infects
A new study has uncovered key details for how the Salmonella bacteria that causes typhoid fever identifies a host’s immune cells and delivers toxins that disrupt the immune system and allow the pathogen to spread.
When Bonding Noble Metals to 2D Materials, Interfaces Matter
Researchers at Penn State and Purdue University have developed new materials for improved single-atom catalysis and future electronics.
UIC receives archives of pioneering neuropsychiatrist
Early records and personal papers of Dr. Abraham Low, founder of nonprofit mental health organization donated to UIC.
How Many Tabs Do You Have Open Right Now? A Guide to (Potentially) Effective Multitasking
NYY’s Emily Balcetis unpacks research she and others have conducted in vision science, cognitive research, and motivational psychology to offer an account of the habits and practices that successful people use to meet their goals.
Tooth fairy concept dates back centuries, folklorist says
Feb. 28 is National Tooth Fairy Day. Elizabeth Tucker, disginguished service professor at Binghamton University, State University of New York, is an expert on children’s folklore and has some insight on the holiday’s origins and more. “The tooth fairy originated…
Heatwave Exposure Linked to Increased Risk of Preterm Birth in California
A new study at UC San Diego, published February 11, 2020, found that exposure to heatwaves during the last week of pregnancy was strongly linked to an increased risk of preterm delivery – the hotter the temperature or the longer the heatwave, the greater the risk.
Lava flows tell 600-year story of biodiversity loss on tropical island
A natural experiment created by an active volcano gives new insight into the long-term negative impacts of human colonisation of tropical forest islands. The findings are published in the British Ecological Society journal, Journal of Ecology.
Scientists call on government to increase ambition to save our ocean
In the last decade there has been rapid expansion in the area of ocean designated as a Marine Protected Area (MPA).