Microscopes offer peek at mosquito virus on the move
Researchers have developed a way to see how a virus moves within a mosquito’s body, which could lead to the prevention of mosquitoes transmitting diseases. “Previously, the common understanding was...
View ArticleHow to make STEM more inclusive of black women
There are concrete ways to promote black women in their efforts to study and work in STEM fields, a new study argues. The National Science Foundation reports that women of color constitute fewer than 1...
View ArticleThere’s a ‘new normal’ for children’s skeletons
Children born in the most recent century have bones that reach full maturity earlier—by nearly 10 months in girls and nearly 7 months in boys—according to a new study. “Our findings show there is a...
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Can more ‘flags’ help CRISPR treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy?
Researchers have overcome a barrier in CRISPR gene editing that may make it an effective way to treat long-term chronic conditions, like Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The body’s natural defensive...
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New gauge of well-being adjusts for men’s challenges
Researchers have developed a new way of measuring gender inequality, one that is fairer to both men and women. The new measurement also presents a simplified but more accurate picture of peoples’...
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New strategy fights hackers with ‘false hope’
A new method to fight hacking and cybersecurity threats uses artificial intelligence and psychology principles to give hackers false hope that they’re succeeding. With almost every online purchase, a...
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Smartphone sensors keep an eye on crumbling bridges
New technology that uses smartphone-based sensors to monitor crumbing roads and aging bridges could potentially save millions of lives, researchers say. A recent report by the American Society of Civil...
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Bonds with teachers boost interest in math class
Having a healthy bond with a teacher might have academic perks, according to new research. A new study finds that when a teacher believes they have a positive association with a student, that student...
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School struggles can make little kids less popular
Children who do well academically are more popular and emotionally secure than their peers who struggle academically, according to a new study. The findings directly challenge the common stereotype...
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Hashtags are a potential tool for fashion designers
Social media data can help fashion companies determine upcoming trends and if celebrity endorsements are working, research shows. According to the research, fashion designers could use hashtags as a...
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Distracted drivers are 29X more likely to crash in work zones
Drivers who aren’t paying attention for any length of time—whether answering a phone call, sending a text message, or getting distracted by a passenger—are 29 times more likely to be involved in a...
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Even bubbly pop music contains lots of violence
Pop music lyrics contain the same amount of violent content as rap and hip-hop, research finds. Unlike hip-hop and rap music, which get the bulk of public criticism for harsh lyrics, antagonistic...
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Younger kids with autism struggle with distractions
Before age 10, children with autism struggle with ability to block out visual distractions and focus on a specific task, research finds, and would benefit from intervention to address this. Researchers...
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Placenta ‘crosstalk’ benefits brains of mom and fetus
There’s a functional link between the placenta and the brains of both mother and fetus, a new study with mice genes shows. The link allows each to adapt to changing conditions in the other and improve...
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Pilot program lowers blood pressure of migrant workers
A hypertension care pilot program is effective and sustainable in underserved communities of Haitian immigrants in the Dominican Republic, report researchers. High blood pressure affects an estimated...
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Men use these 4 metaphors to describe miscarriage
Women who have a miscarriage often use metaphors to make sense of and deal with the experience. A new study investigates the same among men. Although some people consider miscarriage a “women’s issue,”...
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Could family breakfast give kids good body image?
Eating breakfast as a family can help promote a positive body image for children and adolescents, a new study suggests. “We know that developing healthy behaviors in adolescence such as eating...
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Does Twitter make political polarization seem worse?
While partisan users form highly partisan social networks on Twitter, moderate users—or those less politically engaged—continue to avoid politics, potentially creating a void on social media. “We are...
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Deep learning tests billions of graphene combos in 2 days
Researchers are applying one of the first uses of deep learning to the field of materials science. Deep learning refers to the technology computers use to intelligently perform tasks such as...
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‘Virtual’ cardio system improves alternative heart test
A new mathematical model may pave the way for getting better information from ballistocardiograms, report researchers. Every heart beat sends blood flowing throughout the human body. While an...
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