Sex-specific social learning prepares young orangutans for adulthood
Immature female and male orangutans direct their social attention to different types of individuals, potentially to acquire the sex-specific ecological knowledge they will need in later life, according to a study publishing 19th May, 2021 in the open.....»»
Early exposure to diverse faces helps babies overcome prejudices later in life, study suggests
Babies who have more diverse social contacts in the first years of their life can get over their prejudices more easily by the age of 17. That's according to research published in npj Science of Learning by neuroscientist Saskia Koch of Radboud Unive.....»»
Breaking boundaries: PAM-less genome editing in soybean
CRISPR-Cas9 has transformed crop genetic improvement, yet its reliance on specific protospacer adjacent motif (PAM), sequences limits editing scope and efficiency. In soybean, a critical source of protein and oil, these limitations hinder the develop.....»»
Mass cytometry barcoding strategy offers a new perspective of non-specific binding
Non-specific binding (NSB), the most annoying thing to scientists in the biosensing field, is one of the main factors limiting the performance of diagnostic sensors......»»
Simulation study explores how gift giving drives social change
New findings provide quantitative criteria for classifying social organizations in human history, together with potential explanatory variables that can be empirically measured for anthropology, history and archaeology, according to a study published.....»»
How new words arise in social media
The more centrally connected someone is within their social media network, the more likely that new words they use will become adopted into mainstream language, according to a new study published in PLOS Complex Systems by Louise Tarrade of École No.....»»
Locking up young people might make people feel safer but it doesn"t work, now or in the long term
The treatment of Australia's children and young people is back on the national agenda......»»
12-year-old keeps burglarizing Md. dealerships
Police told a Maryland TV station they've caught the boy at least eight times but that he's too young to be charged with the crimes he's committing......»»
DEI policies work best when they are designed to include everyone and are backed by evidence, says researcher
As the U.S. becomes increasingly polarized, diversity, equity and inclusion—also known as DEI—efforts have been touted as a way to bridge social divides and promote a sense of belonging for everyone, especially for those who have been traditional.....»»
3D bioprinting materials offer possibility for better bone and soft tissue repair
3D bioprinting is an advanced tissue engineering technique that builds complex tissues using bioactive substances like living cells and scaffolds. It provides personalized tissue repair solutions, reducing immune rejection by using patient-specific c.....»»
Curbing toxic metals in spinach and rice crops grown for baby food
Rice and spinach are staples for babies' and young children's diets, but toxic metals and metalloids found in those foods can cause severe health impacts......»»
Tumblr migrates more than 500 million blogs to WordPress
Parent company Automattic insists the user experience won't change a bit. Enlarge / "You'll never be bored again" is one of the more fitting slogans attached to Tumblr. (credit: Getty Images) Once-great social media and.....»»
Support for the unique challenges faced by culturally diverse fathers benefits the whole family
New research has revealed support and services for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) fathers is lacking, however culturally specific peer support programs and tailored resources are benefiting the whole family......»»
Where are all the male teachers?
Step into any early childhood education center, and you'll encounter a whirlwind of activity: colorful art, energetic play and caring educators shaping young minds. But amid the vibrancy, there's something often missing … male educators......»»
Uncovering the secret communication of marmoset monkeys: They have names
A new study from Hebrew University reveals that marmoset monkeys use specific calls, known as "phee-calls," to name each other, a behavior previously known to exist only in humans, dolphins, and elephants. This discovery highlights the complexity of.....»»
Study uses a gambling framework to show how past regrets can be viewed differently moving forward
When reflecting on one's life, it is not uncommon to say something along the lines of, "No regrets." It's seen routinely in popular culture, and the social media hashtag #noregrets is featured on millions of posts across Instagram and X, formerly kno.....»»
Spot AI images this election: Fact vs. fiction tips
On Aug. 18, former president and current presidential candidate Donald Trump posted an unusual endorsement to his social media account on Truth Social. Amid a series of photos, he included an image of pop megastar Taylor Swift wearing an Uncle Sam ha.....»»
Does your Duolingo app icon look sick? You’re not alone
Quick, someone give the Duolingo app icon a tissue! Everyone's favorite language learning owl has a case of the sniffles......»»
Africa"s "youthquake": Huge numbers of young people have no jobs, the wrong skills and little hope
By 2050, one in every three young people on Earth will be of African origin, according to the 2024 International Labor Organization's (ILO) Global Employment Trends for Youth report. Africa's young people will be key players in the direction of futur.....»»
Proper greening of schoolyards fosters inclusion, creative learning and children"s health
At a time of growing interest in the naturalizing of school playgrounds, it is important to ensure that these environments are properly designed and governed in order to reap the many benefits they can bring to schoolchildren and society in general......»»
Like people, vultures get set in their ways and have fewer friends as they age
If you'd rather be watching TV on your couch than dancing at the club, you might have something in common with aging griffon vultures. New research shows that young griffon vultures move frequently between sleeping sites in different locations and in.....»»