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UrduNew Rochelle, NY, August 5, 2020–Individuals playing a virtual reality (VR)-based game showed a higher navigational efficiency and less disorientation than those playing a non-VR immersive desktop version, according to a study in the peer-reviewed journal Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social…
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“Grown-ups don’t always get it right, you know”
New research shows children don’t expect adults to have all the answers, and want them to understand more about the role of media messages and approval in their lives.
You’re using disinfectants wrong. Here’s what you actually need to do (video)
WASHINGTON, June 25, 2020 — Sure, you’ve got a product that says “kills germs” under your sink, but will it really destroy the new coronavirus on surfaces? Turns out that if you’re using a disinfectant the same way as a…
You’re using disinfectants wrong. Here’s what you actually need to do (video)
WASHINGTON, June 25, 2020 — Sure, you’ve got a product that says “kills germs” under your sink, but will it really destroy the new coronavirus on surfaces? Turns out that if you’re using a disinfectant the same way as a…
How tear gas affects your body (video)
WASHINGTON, June 19, 2020 — 2-Chlorobenzalmalononitrile, better known as CS gas, is one of the most common tear gases used in the United States today, but did you know it’s not actually a gas? We break down how it works,…
News reports of education ‘achievement gaps’ may perpetuate stereotypes of Black Americans
Washington, June 11, 2020–Scholars have warned that the framing of racial “achievement gaps” in tests scores, grades, and other education outcomes may perpetuate racial stereotypes and encourage people to explain the gaps as the failure of students and their families…
News reports of education ‘achievement gaps’ may perpetuate stereotypes of Black Americans
Washington, June 11, 2020–Scholars have warned that the framing of racial “achievement gaps” in tests scores, grades, and other education outcomes may perpetuate racial stereotypes and encourage people to explain the gaps as the failure of students and their families…
How well do Germans understand weather risks?
Representative survey on weather and climate literacy in Germany
Not sure if you’ve already had coronavirus? This test can (maybe) tell you (video)
WASHINGTON, May 28, 2020 — Many people are wondering if that bad cold they had back in February or March was actually the new coronavirus. In principle, an antibody test could tell you that, but most of the tests out…
Not sure if you’ve already had coronavirus? This test can (maybe) tell you (video)
WASHINGTON, May 28, 2020 — Many people are wondering if that bad cold they had back in February or March was actually the new coronavirus. In principle, an antibody test could tell you that, but most of the tests out…
Life-Saving Lullabies warn against the dangers of COVID-19 to African women
…and now New York wants to hear them!
Could a polio vaccine stop the coronavirus pandemic? (video)
WASHINGTON, May 4, 2020 — The COVID-19 pandemic has scientists considering a few less-conventional options while vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 are being developed. One option might be the oral polio vaccine. We chatted with one of the researchers proposing the idea…
Could a polio vaccine stop the coronavirus pandemic? (video)
WASHINGTON, May 4, 2020 — The COVID-19 pandemic has scientists considering a few less-conventional options while vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 are being developed. One option might be the oral polio vaccine. We chatted with one of the researchers proposing the idea…
Initial motivation, a key factor for learning in massive open online courses
Analysing the psychological factors that influence the learning of the participants in the courses known as MOOCs
How effective are cloth masks against coronavirus? (video)
WASHINGTON, April 20, 2020 — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control is recommending that the general public wear cloth face masks to help decrease everyone’s chances of getting COVID-19. So how does the new coronavirus spread? And can a cloth…
Coronavirus Vaccine: Where are we and what’s next? (video)
WASHINGTON, April 3, 2020 — You might have heard that COVID-19 vaccine trials are underway in Seattle. What exactly is being tested? How much longer will these tests take? And when can we expect a vaccine against the novel coronavirus?…
JONED, a new online free-access journal open in the field of neuroeducation
A new space for neuroscience and education
Can soap really ‘kill’ the coronavirus? (video)
WASHINGTON, March 23, 2020 — Constantly being told to wash your hands? Us, too. So we’re diving into the chemistry behind why soap is so effective against viruses like the coronavirus that causes COVID-19: https:/ / youtu. be/ K2pMVimI2bw .…
Timing is key for parents who want to help children learn at museums, say researchers
‘Keen observation’ of children fosters timely explanations that can support exploration and discovery
Study suggests guidelines to improve youtube videos on chronic health care conditions
Many people with chronic health conditions search social media, including YouTube videos, to learn more about how to manage their diagnoses. But these videos differ in how well they communicate information and hold viewers’ attention. A better understanding of how…
Citizen science and paddle surf to study microplastic pollution in Barcelona’s coastline
Study in Prat and Barceloneta beaches
Citizen science and paddle surf to study microplastic pollution in Barcelona’s coastline
Study in Prat and Barceloneta beaches
Journalism is an ‘attack surface’ for those who spread misinformation
For all the benefits in the expansion of the media landscape, we’re still struggling with the spread of misinformation–and the damage is especially worrisome when it comes to information about science and health. “Believing things that aren’t true when it…
Mapping the landscape of citizen science
Science has moved beyond the lab. Researchers are using non-scientists more and more to help conduct their research and expand their reach. Everyday people are contributing their data, helping researchers learn more about a topic and get comprehensive results. But…
Mapping the landscape of citizen science
Science has moved beyond the lab. Researchers are using non-scientists more and more to help conduct their research and expand their reach. Everyday people are contributing their data, helping researchers learn more about a topic and get comprehensive results. But…
The Daily Mile™ programme can be part of schools’ work on childhood obesity prevention
A study evaluating the effectiveness of the widely used ‘Daily Mile’ intervention in schools to tackle childhood obesity has found that the benefits are small, and may be greater in girls than boys. The study concludes that whilst interventions such…
Why did we give sailors and soldiers shark repellent that … didn’t work? (video)
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2020 — People have been developing different forms of shark repellent for decades — the military even issued a chemical shark repellent called “Shark Chaser” to pilots, sailors and astronauts(!) from the end of World War II…
Why did we give sailors and soldiers shark repellent that … didn’t work? (video)
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2020 — People have been developing different forms of shark repellent for decades — the military even issued a chemical shark repellent called “Shark Chaser” to pilots, sailors and astronauts(!) from the end of World War II…
Why did we give sailors and soldiers shark repellent that … didn’t work? (video)
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2020 — People have been developing different forms of shark repellent for decades — the military even issued a chemical shark repellent called “Shark Chaser” to pilots, sailors and astronauts(!) from the end of World War II…
Researchers united on international road map to insect recovery
It’s no secret that many insects are struggling worldwide. But we could fix these insects’ problems, according to more than 70 scientists from 21 countries. Their road map to insect conservation and recovery is published in Nature Ecology & Evolution…
Researchers united on international road map to insect recovery
It’s no secret that many insects are struggling worldwide. But we could fix these insects’ problems, according to more than 70 scientists from 21 countries. Their road map to insect conservation and recovery is published in Nature Ecology & Evolution…
Which of these mushrooms could kill you? (video)
WASHINGTON, Dec. 27, 2019 — There are tens of thousands of mushroom species out there, and some of them could kill you. Today we’re going to test how well you can separate the perfectly safe from the perilously poisonous, and…
What will you do with your body after you die? (video)
WASHINGTON, Dec. 20, 2019 — After you die, your body has quite a few options — from being turned into a diamond to helping solve a murder. This week, let us break down the possibilities so you can rest easy:…
What will you do with your body after you die? (video)
WASHINGTON, Dec. 20, 2019 — After you die, your body has quite a few options — from being turned into a diamond to helping solve a murder. This week, let us break down the possibilities so you can rest easy:…
Scientist breaks down chemistry in iconic cartoons: SpongeBob SquarePants and Popeye
WASHINGTON, Dec. 16, 2019 — Are bananas actually that slippery? Could spinach give you superhuman strength? And what the heck is Toon Acid? This week, watch some cartoons alongside our writer and host, Sam Jones, and learn whether their chemistry…
Scientist breaks down chemistry in iconic cartoons: SpongeBob SquarePants and Popeye
WASHINGTON, Dec. 16, 2019 — Are bananas actually that slippery? Could spinach give you superhuman strength? And what the heck is Toon Acid? This week, watch some cartoons alongside our writer and host, Sam Jones, and learn whether their chemistry…
Celebrated ancient Egyptian woman physician likely never existed, says researcher
Merit Ptah is often called the first woman doctor, CU Anschutz researcher calls it a case of mistaken identity
Celebrated ancient Egyptian woman physician likely never existed, says researcher
Merit Ptah is often called the first woman doctor, CU Anschutz researcher calls it a case of mistaken identity
Yule log chemistry trivia — 4 hours cozy fireplace for your nerdy holiday parties (video)
WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2019 — Ready to kick back and relax by the fire this holiday season? We’ve got you covered. Enjoy our chemistry-themed yule log trivia with a cup of hot cocoa at home or at the annual ugly…
Yule log chemistry trivia — 4 hours cozy fireplace for your nerdy holiday parties (video)
WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2019 — Ready to kick back and relax by the fire this holiday season? We’ve got you covered. Enjoy our chemistry-themed yule log trivia with a cup of hot cocoa at home or at the annual ugly…
What happens when your favorite PBS hosts eat miracle berries?
WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2019 — Miracle berries cause sour foods to taste sweet, but do they have limits? This week on Reactions, we gave PBS YouTube hosts some miracle berry pills, along with lemons, Tabasco sauce, tomatoes and other random…
UBCO study demonstrates dogs promote page turning
Turning the page for Spot boosts literacy in young students
Will cryogenically freezing yourself and coming back to life ever be reality? (video)
WASHINGTON, Dec. 2, 2019 — When you die, many things can be done with your body — embalming, cremation, donation to science and so on. But some people will choose to have their dead bodies, or parts thereof, frozen until…
UBCO study demonstrates dogs promote page turning
Turning the page for Spot boosts literacy in young students
Will cryogenically freezing yourself and coming back to life ever be reality? (video)
WASHINGTON, Dec. 2, 2019 — When you die, many things can be done with your body — embalming, cremation, donation to science and so on. But some people will choose to have their dead bodies, or parts thereof, frozen until…
Level up your Thanksgiving potatoes with this simple ingredient (video)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 25, 2019 — Making delicious roasted potatoes is all about finding the right texture and consistency. Here at Reactions, we were inspired to give it a go after seeing J. Kenji Lopez-Alt’s delicious recipe on Serious Eats. Today,…
Level up your Thanksgiving potatoes with this simple ingredient (video)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 25, 2019 — Making delicious roasted potatoes is all about finding the right texture and consistency. Here at Reactions, we were inspired to give it a go after seeing J. Kenji Lopez-Alt’s delicious recipe on Serious Eats. Today,…
SwRI Technology Today Podcast celebrates first anniversary
Podcast team commemorating milestone with highlights episode, new segments
SwRI Technology Today Podcast celebrates first anniversary
Podcast team commemorating milestone with highlights episode, new segments
Stanford researchers explore how citizens can become agents of environmental change
A blueprint for how to educate people to maximize their impact