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UBC Study Shows Texting While Walking Significantly Endangers Pedestrians
A new UBC study highlights the dangers of texting while walking, showing that distracted pedestrians are significantly more at risk …
Solar-Powered Desalination System Brings Clean Water Without Batteries
MIT engineers have developed a solar-powered desalination system that adjusts to changes in sunlight without requiring batteries. This innovation provides …
New Wayfinding Apps Transform Indoor Navigation for the Visually Impaired
A breakthrough in accessible technology from UC Santa Cruz introduces smartphone apps designed to aid blind and visually impaired individuals …
Scientists Discover Key to Combat Drug-Resistant Parasitic Infection
IOCB-led researchers have unlocked a new path to combating drug-resistant Trichomonas vaginalis. Their breakthrough could revolutionize treatments for this widespread …
Supplemental Medicare Benefits Fall Short on Dental, Vision and Hearing Care for Low-Income Seniors
A new NYU-led study reveals significant financial barriers in dental, vision and hearing services for lower-income Medicare Advantage beneficiaries. Despite …
Rice University Engineers Pioneer Cost-Effective Method to Tackle PFAS Pollution
Engineers at Rice University have unveiled an innovative method for synthesizing covalent organic frameworks (COFs). This new approach could dramatically …
Smartphone-Based Scavenger Hunt Uncovers Early Dementia Signs
A new study reveals how smartphone technology can help spot early signs of dementia, offering hope for timely intervention and …
Breakthrough in AMD Research Offers New Hope for Preventing Age-Related Blindness
New research published in Developmental Cell uncovers cellular mechanisms behind age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and identifies potential new therapeutic targets …
Top Climate Experts Warn of Potential Catastrophic Warming
A recent survey of climate experts highlights the alarming potential for global temperature increases while also showing positive signs towards …
New AI Model Revolutionizes Understanding of Human Hand Movements
Researchers from EPFL and UNIGE have created an advanced AI model that breaks new ground in understanding the intricate movements …
AI
New AI Weather Prediction Model Could Revolutionize Forecasting
Aardvark, a new AI weather prediction model from the University of Cambridge, promises to revolutionize how weather forecasts are made, …
New AI Tool HART Generates High-Quality Images 9 Times Faster
Researchers from MIT and NVIDIA have created HART, a novel AI tool that combines autoregressive and diffusion models to generate …
New AI Tool to Accelerate Disease Treatments
Scientists at the University of Virginia School of Medicine unveil an AI tool named LogiRx that accelerates the development of …
AI System Instantly Turns Food Photos Into Nutritional Information
Researchers at NYU Tandon School of Engineering have unveiled an AI-powered system that can instantly analyze food photos and provide …
New AI Model Revolutionizes Full-Night Sleep Analysis
At Mount Sinai, a transformer-based AI model now processes entire nights of sleep data, potentially transforming sleep research and diagnostics …
Career & Education
Debate Training Linked to Leadership Success, New Study Finds
Debate training can significantly boost your chances of advancing to leadership roles, according to recent research. By fostering assertiveness, debate …
Using AI for Individualized Math Support to Students
Researchers at the Technical University of Munich and the University of Cologne are using AI to provide personalized math support …
Why Student Performance Is Still Impacted by COVID: New Study
A recent University of Mississippi study reveals that student performance scores have not rebounded to pre-pandemic levels, attributing the ongoing …
New Program for High School AI and Microelectronics Training
High school students in Kansas, Florida and Texas will learn to design AI applications and build microelectronics, aimed at bolstering …
New Study Debunks AI’s Role in Plagiarism Among University Students
A new study from the UPV/EHU dissects the relationship between AI tools and plagiarism, revealing that lack of motivation and …
Climate & Sustainability
Study Finds Family Businesses More Committed to Sustainability
A recent study from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid highlights that family businesses outpace non-family ones in environmental sustainability, leading …
Innovative Recycled Cement Reduces Emissions Without Compromising Strength
Engineers at the University of São Paulo and Princeton have unveiled a breakthrough in cement recycling, creating a low-carbon alternative …
Sustainable Meat: Can ‘Better’ Mean Less in Our Diets?
A study from the University of Helsinki and Stockholm Resilience Center explores whether quality meat leads to reduced consumption. Researchers …
New Approach to Secure Water Supplies on Pacific Islands
Hydrology experts at Flinders University emphasize the need for innovative groundwater extraction methods to secure freshwater resources on Pacific islands …
New Study Finds Microplastics Could Be Fueling Antimicrobial Resistance
Researchers at Boston University have discovered that microplastics may accelerate the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. This finding has major implications, …
Health & Wellness
New Study Uncovers Midlife Dietary Habits That Promote Healthy Aging
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, alongside international partners, has identified dietary patterns in midlife linked to healthier aging …
New Research Highlights the Mental Health Benefits of Dancing
New research from an international team of researchers reveals that dancing isn’t just fun—it’s also a potent remedy for stress …
Study Reveals Digital Stress and Social Media Norms Fuel Teen Friendship Conflicts
A study by scientists at Italy’s University of Padua reveals that unmet social media expectations drive digital stress and friendship …
New Study Shows Women Face Higher Heart Health Risks Due to Lifestyle Factors
A landmark study shows that lifestyle and health factors have a greater impact on heart disease risk in women compared …
Cannabis Users at Higher Heart Attack Risk, New Research Shows
Recent research indicates that cannabis users are substantially more likely to experience heart attacks compared to non-users, particularly among young …
Lifestyle
Cannabis Users at Higher Heart Attack Risk, New Research Shows
Recent research indicates that cannabis users are substantially more likely to experience heart attacks compared to non-users, particularly among young …
New Study Sheds Light on the Impact of Exercise on Life Expectancy
A Finnish twin study by the University of Jyväskylä reveals that moderate exercise may have the most significant impact on …
Retiring Abroad Increases Risk of Loneliness for Older Adults: New Study
A recent study highlights the increased risk of loneliness faced by retirees who move abroad. The research emphasizes the importance …
New Study Reveals Social Stigma Around Plant-Based Diets in Europe
University of Vaasa research delves into the social stigma surrounding plant-based diets in Europe, revealing that stereotypes and emotional reactions …
Study Finds Strong Link Between Western Diet During Pregnancy and ADHD
Researchers from the University of Copenhagen and COPSAC have found that a Western dietary pattern during pregnancy is associated with …
People & Culture
New Study Reveals Evolving Views on Voluntary Childlessness Across Europe
A revealing study analyzes attitudes towards voluntary childlessness in 27 European countries, distinguishing between social expectations and perceived consequences, and …
New Study Links Meal Sharing to Higher Well-Being
People who share meals regularly report higher levels of life satisfaction and well-being, says a new study led by UCL …
Family Wealth and Status Fuel Athletic Success in Schools
Recent research unveils how family wealth, race and socioeconomic status shape school sports participation, countering the long-held belief that success …
Impact of Social Networks on Global Disease Prevention
Researchers have found that social connections are pivotal in adopting preventive health behaviors, suggesting a new approach in global disease …
Social Media Doesn’t Always Bring People Together Despite Common Goals
New research from the University of Kansas reveals that social media failed to bridge divides during Algeria’s 2019 Hirak protests, …
Science
Study Reveals Uncertainty In Pain Expectations Intensifies Perceived Pain
A new study from Aarhus University has uncovered that uncertainty, not just expectation, significantly influences pain perception. This discovery could …
Dopamine’s Unexpected Role in Memory Devaluation Unveiled by MSU Study
Michigan State University researchers have discovered that dopamine, a brain chemical traditionally associated with reward and pleasure, also plays a …
New Study Unveils Link Between Food Insecurity and Heart Disease
Young adults facing food insecurity are at a 41% higher risk of developing heart disease in midlife, according to a …
New Brain Mapping Technique Sheds Light on Key Alzheimer’s Mechanism
An innovative brain mapping technique has enabled researchers to pinpoint memory-related neurons susceptible to tau protein buildup, revealing crucial insights …
Childhood Adversity Can Foster Resilience to Anxiety
A Yale-led study finds that moderate childhood adversity may foster resilience to anxiety disorders later in life. The research highlights …
Technology
Squirrel-Inspired Robot Leaps Into a New Era of Agility
UC Berkeley researchers have developed a squirrel-inspired robot that can leap and land with pinpoint accuracy. This innovation could lead …
‘Audible Enclaves’ to Allow for Private Listening Without Headphones
Penn State researchers have created ‘audible enclaves’ using ultrasonic beams, enabling listeners to hear sound privately without disturbing others. This …
Open-Source Software for Soft Material Optimization
A research team at Tufts University has introduced Morpho, a revolutionary open-source software for optimizing soft materials. This breakthrough tool …
How Smartwatches Can Prevent the Next Pandemic: New Study
Breakthrough research demonstrates how smartwatches can detect infections early, offering a powerful tool for managing and potentially preventing future pandemics …
Researchers Unveil Revolutionary Tool for Precision in Cancer Cryosurgery
NYU Abu Dhabi researchers have created a groundbreaking nanoscale material that enhances the precision of cryosurgery, a procedure using extreme …