Study compares NGO communication around migration
Since 1970, the number of people living outside their countries of birth has tripled. Most migrants are looking for work or better economic opportunities. But millions seek to escape violence, persecution or natural disasters. Their integration into.....»»
New study finds strengthening protection of existing parks is crucial for biodiversity conservation
In a new study, bioscientists argue that strengthening the protection given to areas already protected under law or by local communities is as critical for safeguarding biodiversity as creating new protected areas......»»
Study shows more mutations likely with genetically engineered synthetic DNA
Unlocking the potential of laboratory-crafted DNA, known as synthetic DNA, holds the key to groundbreaking advancements across multiple domains, according to quantum biologists from the University of Surrey......»»
School closings during pandemic affected parents" work schedules, finds German study
A new study shows that the closing of education and childcare facilities in Germany during the coronavirus pandemic actually had an impact on parents' employment, as the opening of facilities led to a rebound in their work hours. For example, parents.....»»
Exactly how massive is the Milky Way?
How do you weigh a galaxy? It's an astronomical challenge, particularly if it's the galaxy you call home. It turns out there are several ways to get a handle on the mass of the Milky Way, and a recent study posted on the arXiv pre-print server summar.....»»
Recombinant and tunable spidroin hydrogels for drug release and cell culture
In a new study, researchers at Karolinska Institutet show that recombinant spider silk protein hydrogels have many attractive features. They allow encapsulation of cells and bioactive molecules simply by incubation at 37°C. They are transparent, whi.....»»
Researchers uncover reasons to rethink how mountains are built
A study led by Colorado State University suggests that the answers to how and why mountains form are buried deeper than once thought......»»
Insect wings could inspire new self-cleaning technologies
Fresh insights into how insects use water droplets to wash dirt and pollutants from their bodies could help improve the performance of self-cleaning devices, a study suggests......»»
Tiny magnetic tracking and sensing device uses magneto-mechanical resonators
A group of bio-engineers at Philips Research has developed a tiny magnetic tracking and sensing device that uses magneto-mechanical resonators to provide feedback. In their study, reported in the journal Science, Bernhard Gleich, Ingo Schmale, Tim Ni.....»»
Study reveals understanding of a basic physical property of charged particles in microgravity
A study conducted by group of scientists from Nagoya City University (NCU), Japan Space Forum (JSF), Advance Engineering Services (AES), Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and ANSTO has revealed a clustering of charged particles in the microgr.....»»
New research suggests wheat crops may be threatened by unprecedented heat and drought
The world is getting hotter, causing shifts in seasonal patterns and increasing the amount of extreme weather such as severe droughts and heat waves, which can affect crop yields and food supplies. A recent study led by a researcher at the Friedman S.....»»
Black hole evaporation: Theoretical study proves Stephen Hawking partially correct
New theoretical research by Michael Wondrak, Walter van Suijlekom and Heino Falcke of Radboud University has shown that Stephen Hawking was right about black holes, although not completely. Due to Hawking radiation, black holes will eventually evapor.....»»
UK"s poorest children likelier to have less understanding of personal finances, study finds
A new study of 3,745 families from across the UK demonstrates a "sizeable" gap in the financial knowledge of children depending on which socio-economic group they come from......»»
You can now set up the Google Tasks Assistant migration
As previewed last September, Google Tasks is replacing Reminders and getting Assistant integration. Google is now more widely rolling out the ability to switch over and complete the migration. more… The post You can now set up the Google Tasks As.....»»
Juice spacecraft has overcome its stuck antenna issue and is ready for Jupiter
The European Space Agency's Juice spacecraft is now fully deployed and on its way to study the icy moons of Jupiter......»»
Preexisting stereotypes found to influence entertainment selection
Entertainment media has increasingly featured diverse representations that have the potential to combat harmful social stereotypes, but a new University of Michigan study raises questions about how effective they can be in the current media landscape.....»»
Ozone layer recovery delayed, surface UV radiation continues to rise, finds study
According to a new study published in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences, the ozone isn't healing as quickly as expected, leading to higher levels of surface ultraviolet (UV) radiation in recent years......»»
Study identifies boat strikes as a growing cause of manatee deaths in Belize
The endangered Antillean manatee faces a growing threat from boat strikes in Belize, according to a new study that raises concerns about the survival of what had been considered a relatively healthy population......»»
Firms withheld pesticide toxicity data from EU: study
Several major agrochemical companies did not disclose to European Union authorities studies assessing the toxic effects of pesticide ingredients on brain development, research said on Thursday......»»
Study tracks how adaptations to living in cold climate promoted social evolution in Asian colobine primates
Asian colobines, also known as leaf-eating monkeys, have been on the planet for about 10 million years. Their ancestors crossed land bridges, dispersed across continents, survived the expansion and contraction of ice sheets and learned to live in tro.....»»
Older people need a stronger media voice, say Australian study
If news organizations in Australia created a 'round' for reporting on aging and aged care issues, the often-marginalized sector would be better represented, and entrenched ageism potentially less prevalent say QUT researchers......»»