Although wound survivability has increased over the last 80 years, the U.S. military’s medical corps suffered some periods of backsliding during conflicts, recent analysis shows
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Dermatologists honored for pioneering teledermatology in the U.S. Army
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) has named board-certified dermatologists Hon Pak, MD, FAAD, MBA, and Darryl Hodson, MD, FAAD, as Patient Care Heroes for their work launching the country’s first robust teledermatology project two decades ago.
Military Personnel at Risk of Suicide Store Firearms Unsafely
Military personnel who are at a greater risk of suicide are more likely to unsafely store firearms in unlocked cabinets where they can access them easily, according to a Rutgers researcher.
Wichita State University technology breathes new life into aging Army helicopter fleet
The US Army is turning to “digital-twin” technology from Wichita State University to resolve challenges and boost efficiencies for its enduring fleet of Black Hawk helicopters.
Breathable second skin materials provide smart protection against chemical and biological agents
A multi-institutional team of researchers led by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) scientist Francesco Fornasiero has developed a smart, breathable fabric designed to protect the wearer against biological and chemical warfare agents.
Veterans with Traumatic Brain Injury Have Higher Sugar Levels in Brain
Article title: Increased myoinositol in the anterior cingulate cortex of veterans with a history of traumatic brain injury: a proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy study Authors: Chandni Sheth, Andrew P. Prescot, Margaret Legarreta, Perry F. Renshaw, Erin McGlade, Deborah Yurgelun-Todd From the…
How the coronavirus affects the readiness of our military at home, overseas
Branches of the United States military are now feeling the effects of the coronavirus, and that has U.S. military leaders facing a completely new challenge— how to maintain an elite state of readiness against threats, both foreign and domestic while fighting an invisible, deadly virus.
Should the United States Spend Less on Defense?
In this episode of our special Election 2020 series of The President’s Inbox, Mackenzie Eaglen and William D. Hartung join host James M. Lindsay to discuss defense spending.
Applying Deep Learning to Automate UAV‐Based Detection of Scatterable Landmines
Recent advances in unmanned‐aerial‐vehicle‐ (UAV‐) based remote sensing utilizing lightweight multispectral and thermal infrared sensors allow for rapid wide‐area landmine contamination detection and mapping surveys. We present results of a study focused on developing and testing an automated technique of…
Military waste has unexpected consequences on civilians, the environment
The military waste that results from the United States military’s drive to remain permanently war ready has unexpected consequences on civilians and the environment, according to a new book by a faculty member at Binghamton University, State University of New York.
Brain Scan-Blood Test Panel Promises Improved Diagnosis of Brain Trauma Following Battlefield Blast Exposure
New brain scans and blood tests move researchers towards more sensitive diagnosis of battlefield brain trauma and evaluation of new drugs
STRICT ADHERENCE TO TRADITIONAL MASCULINITY ASSOCIATED WITH MORE SEVERE PTSD IN VETS
To help service members perform better in the field, military training emphasizes the importance of certain traits associated with traditional masculinity, including suppression of emotion and self-reliance. But when veterans return home, strict adherence to these traits can become detrimental, leading to more severe post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms and making it more difficult to treat, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.
Data from Behind Enemy Lines: How Russia May have Used Twitter to Seize Crimea
Online discourse by users of social media can provide important clues about the political dispositions of communities.
Iran experts available to comment on killing of Gen. Qassem Soleimani
Iran’s top security and intelligence commander, Gen. Qassem Soleimani, was killed early this morning in a drone strike that was authorized by President Donald Trump. Critics of the president’s Iran policy fear the strike will lead to an escalation that…
Soleimani killing sparks ‘complex and unpredictable’ situation
A U.S. airstrike killed top Iranian general, Qassem Soleimani, early Friday morning at the Baghdad airport, prompting Iran to vow retaliation and causing global concern for an escalation of violence. Steven Michael Ward is assistant professor of government at Cornell…
Soleimani’s killing will change course of Iranian goals in Iraq, cause U.S. political fallout
A U.S. drone strike that has killed top Iranian military commander Qasem Soleimani will complicate Iraqi politics tremendously, says Mehrzad Boroujerdi, an internationally recognized expert on Iran and Middle Eastern politics at Virginia Tech. As head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards…
The Holidays Are Here…Helpful Tips to Manage the Stress
There is a lot of activity during the holiday season, and while these can be fun and joyous occasions, some may be struggling with mental health challenges and other life stressors, which can be triggered by the holiday season. This is particularly true for many active military, veterans and their family and friends. Cohen Military Family Center at NYU Langone Health offers some advice below on how to get through the holidays.
Legislation inspired by University of Utah law professor’s research aims to protect consumers from predatory lenders
Research by Christopher L. Peterson, a professor at the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, is at the foundation of the Veterans and Consumers Fair Credit Act, which aims to cap interest rates on consumer loans to all Americans, especially veterans and Gold Star families.
$3M Gift Powers New Scholarships for Military Students at UVA Darden
The University of Virginia Darden School of Business today announced a new gift to support members of the military through full scholarships to the School.
UK Student, Military Researcher Explores Ways to Prevent Chronic Pain
Inspired by his time working for the Air Force and caring for wounded veterans, University of Kentucky College of Health Sciences doctoral candidate Josh Van Wyngaarden now studies ways to prevent chronic pain in those who have suffered traumatic leg injuries.
Baylor Scott & White Health Named Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer in the US
Baylor Scott & White Health is proud to have been nationally ranked among the “Top 10” on VIQTORY’s 2020 list of Military Friendly® Employers in the category for Government/Non-Profit organizations. Baylor Scott & White, ranked #7, was recognized for exceeding benchmark standards for Military Friendly® designation within six broad categories that address recruiting, hiring, retention, advancement, support and policy compliance.
The High Price of Trump’s Great Betrayal
President Trump’s abandonment of the Kurds reinforced already existing doubts in the region and around the world that the United States remains a reliable ally.
UAlbany College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity to Launch Nation’s First Center for Advanced Red Teaming
CART is the first research and education center of its kind.
Why Americans Don’t Fully Trust Many Who Hold Positions of Power
The public gives high scores to military leaders, public school principals and police officers on empathy, transparency and ethics, yet they rate members of Congress and leaders of technology companies lower, according to a new Pew Research Center report.
.@UNLV Expert Available: Aliens & Area 51
He’s somewhere out there: That is, Michael Ian Borer, a UNLV sociologist and pop culture expert who’s available to offer context to media stories about the swelling interest in aliens and the Area 51 military base in Nevada. Items that Borer…
.@UNLV Expert Available: Aliens & Area 51
He’s somewhere out there: That is, Michael Ian Borer, a UNLV sociologist and pop culture expert who’s available to offer context to media stories about the swelling interest in aliens and the Area 51 military base in Nevada. Items that Borer…
FAU Receives $1.5 Million to Train Veteran Nursing Students to Care for Other Veterans
Project Funded by HRSA will Serve Veterans in Rural, Underserved Communities Florida is home to approximately 1.5 million military veterans and has the third largest veteran population in the United States. Now, veterans will care for other veterans with a…
Military Cadets Who Specialize in One Sport Significantly More Likely to Be Injured
LAS VEGAS, June 25, 2019 – U.S. Military Academy cadets who have focused on one sport are more likely to be injured in their first year of service, potentially impacting military readiness, according to a first-of-its kind study being presented…