How terrorism affects our attitudes
Many studies have investigated how terrorism affects people. A new, large meta-study has compiled the results of 325 previous studies to tease out some overall results across contexts. The meta-study includes responses from more than 400,000 people......»»
Wildfire smoke downwind affects health, wealth and mortality: Study
Smoke particulates from wildfires could lead to between 4,000 and 9,000 premature deaths and cost $36 to $82 billion per year in the United States, according to new research by Cornell, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST).....»»
New study reveals irrigation"s mixed effects around the world
A new study by an international team of researchers shows how irrigation affects regional climates and environments around the world, illuminating how and where the practice is both untenable and beneficial......»»
Study: "Multiplicity of impact" from natural disasters affects Black people most
The many personal, physical and social impacts of natural disasters disproportionately affect Black people, and such events can have political consequences for local governments regardless of constituents' political ideology, according to new researc.....»»
Composite embankment with L-shaped, two-phase, closed thermosyphons influences permafrost deformation: Study
Climate change and engineering disturbance cause degradation of permafrost, which affects infrastructure stability and transportation safety. Two-phase closed thermosyphons (TPCTs) are widely used to tackle external disturbances by cooling the permaf.....»»
Researchers identify homogenization of microplastics in rivers of Qilian Mountain
The distribution of microplastics is often closely related to human activities. In addition to densely populated areas, remote areas have become the focus of research in recent years. The intensity of human activities directly affects the abundance o.....»»
Improving the quality of recyclate films by additivation
The quality of recyclate materials of plastics significantly affects their application. With the exception of slightly damaged production waste, recycled plastics cannot be used in their original form. Usually, they are sorted, cleaned, and reprocess.....»»
Earth"s land is drying as it warms, but it is not clear how dry is too dry
When soil moisture is low, evaporation is limited. The conditions of this moisture-limited regime can exacerbate extreme weather events, including droughts and heat waves. In a new study, Hsin Hsu and colleagues quantify how global warming affects so.....»»
How forest fragmentation affects birds depends on their wings
A new study shows why tropical birds are likely to be more vulnerable to forest fragmentation, and suggests conservation policies need to take into account the role of climate in determining the ability of animals to move across fragmented landscapes.....»»
How a drought affects trees depends on what"s been holding them back
Droughts can be good for trees; certain trees, that is......»»
Surprising insights from a global study on perceptions of gender norms
Not long ago, a team of researchers made a startling discovery about attitudes toward women in Saudi Arabia. Most young married men in the country were privately in favor of women working outside of the home but mistakenly believed that a majority of.....»»
Why Garry’s Mod recently decided “nazi glorification” crosses the line
Creator says being a parent has made his moderation attitudes "less black and white." Enlarge / A scene from a Garry's Mod server or a WWII documentary? Who can say, really? (credit: ModDB / Garry's Mod) In the realm of.....»»
Study: Information about climate-induced migration spurs negative attitudes about immigrants
Reading about climate-induced immigration prompted negative, nativist attitudes among people toward the affected migrants—an unintended, perhaps even paradoxical effect of many delivering the original messages, according to researchers at the Unive.....»»
GM recalls 668,000 Chevrolet, GMC vehicles for faulty child seat anchors
The recall affects Equinox and Terrain compact crossovers from the 2020-23 model years......»»
One in six properties in England will be affected by flood risk by 2050, study suggests
A new report from Bayes Business School (formerly Cass) shows how flood risk affects English residential property values to raise awareness among policy makers and regulators......»»
Country of origin, race, politics influence gun violence attitude, poll finds
Attitudes about gun violence and firearm policies are influenced by race more than age, and opinions vary widely based on whether respondents were born in the U.S. and their political affiliation, according to a recent University of Maryland Critical.....»»
Nose shape gene inherited from Neanderthals
Humans inherited genetic material from Neanderthals that affects the shape of our noses, finds a new study led by UCL researchers......»»
Dogs may be at risk from high levels of lead from shotgun pellets in raw pheasant dog food, study finds
Lead is a toxic metal that negatively affects body systems of people and animals, with the nervous system being particularly sensitive. Although elevated levels of dietary lead are potentially damaging to animal health, lead shot can be legally used.....»»
Study: Survey methodology should be calibrated to account for negative attitudes about immigrants and asylum-seekers
As of 2021 it is estimated that world-wide the number of refugees and asylum-seekers is over 31 million. While academics and researchers have been attempting to capture global and domestic attitudes towards these vulnerable groups, many of these stud.....»»
Parental leave for fathers can reduce sexist attitudes and gender bias
Parental leave for fathers can decrease sexist attitudes and gender bias, according to new research from Rice University, Washington University in St. Louis, the University of Oxford and ETH Zurich......»»
Backwashing affects the removal of micropollutants and the dynamic changes in the microbial community in sand filters
Sand filters are commonly applied in drinking water treatment and can efficiently remove suspended solids, organic matter, and microorganisms from source water. During the process, particulate matter and microbes can attach to filter sands and develo.....»»