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Survey highlights "publish or perish" culture as key factor in research irreproducibility

An international survey involving over 1,600 biomedical researchers has shed light on the perceived causes of irreproducibility in research results. The survey, which included participants from various countries and research institutions, aimed to id.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorg4 hr. 41 min. ago

"The nastiest soils on Earth" are getting recognized as a bigger problem

Acid sulfate soils are characterized by their orange hue and their tendency to kill surrounding vegetation and fish. Anders Johnson's extensive research along Sweden's coastline reveals the widespread presence of these soils, underscoring their signi.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News6 min. ago

Scientists find key to engineering water-responsive biopolymers

Scientists at the Advanced Science Research Center at the CUNY Graduate Center (CUNY ASRC) have developed a novel approach to better understand and predict the behaviors of water-responsive materials—solid matter that can change shape by absorbing.....»»

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What can marketers learn from the Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese basketball rivalry? Focus on intersectionality

Researchers from University of Washington, Loyola Marymount University, and University of Texas-Austin have published a new study that provides a framework for how marketing research can better incorporate intersectional marketing practices......»»

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Flow of the future: AI models tackle complex particle drag coefficients

Accurately modeling particle movement through fluids is crucial in fields ranging from chemical engineering to aerospace. The drag coefficient, which influences how particles settle and move in fluid environments, is a core factor in these calculatio.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News1 hr. 49 min. ago

Survey highlights "publish or perish" culture as key factor in research irreproducibility

An international survey involving over 1,600 biomedical researchers has shed light on the perceived causes of irreproducibility in research results. The survey, which included participants from various countries and research institutions, aimed to id.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News4 hr. 41 min. ago

Apple Watch & Apple Vision Pro fabrics may get embedded medical sensors

For at least five years, Apple has been researching how it can measure the health of an Apple Watch wearer non-invasively and conveniently, in research that could be applied to the Apple Vision Pro, too.Apple's patent describes a band that could cond.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated News6 hr. 15 min. ago

Sensitive yet empathetic: The dual nature of highly sensitive persons in the workplace

Work stress is a prevalent issue globally, and a recent study from Japan highlights a distinct group of employees who perceive stress in a unique way. Highly sensitive persons (HSPs), known for their heightened sensitivities to external stimuli, tend.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News6 hr. 47 min. ago

Scientists have figured out why Martian soil is so crusty

On November 26, 2018, NASA's Interior Exploration using Seismic Investigations, Geodesy, and Heat Transport (InSight) mission landed on Mars. This was a major milestone in Mars exploration since it was the first time a research station had been deplo.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News8 hr. 17 min. ago

Reconstructing plesiosaur swimming styles with a bio-inspired control system

A research group may have unraveled the mystery behind the locomotion of the ancient marine reptile, the plesiosaur, by recreating a bio-inspired control system that accounts for motion adjustment......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News8 hr. 49 min. ago

New survey finds alarming tolerance for attacks on the press in US, particularly among white, Republican men

Press freedom is a pillar of American democracy. But political attacks on US-based journalists and news organizations pose an unprecedented threat to their safety and the integrity of information......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News8 hr. 49 min. ago

Study finds 30% of regions worldwide achieve economic growth while reducing carbon emissions

More and more regions around the globe combine economic growth with reducing carbon emissions, researchers from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and the University of Potsdam found......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News10 hr. 13 min. ago

To a great degree, Ecuadorian oil profits end up in the Global North

Research by the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) reveals an unbalanced distribution of the impacts generated by the exploitation of two blocks in the Amazon......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News10 hr. 49 min. ago

Designs on ancient stone cylinders correspond to origin of writing in Mesopotamia, researchers discover

The origins of writing in Mesopotamia lie in the images imprinted by ancient cylinder seals on clay tablets and other artifacts. A research group from the University of Bologna has identified a series of correlations between the designs engraved on t.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News10 hr. 49 min. ago

Women"s education influences fertility rates in sub-Saharan Africa, forecasting model finds

New research reveals a strong link between higher female education and lower fertility rates in sub-Saharan Africa. Educated women are driving a shift toward smaller families and even influencing less educated peers. This new forecasting model offers.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News10 hr. 49 min. ago

AI learning mechanisms may lead to increase in codebase leaks

The proliferation of non-human identities and the complexity of modern application architectures has created significant security challenges, particularly in managing sensitive credentials, according to GitGuardian. Based on a survey of 1,000 IT deci.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated News16 hr. 4 min. ago

Research shows affiliation-based hiring can have benefits and pitfalls, depending on proximal and distal ties

Affiliation-based hiring tactics appear to help young firms access and retain higher-quality employees, leading to better performance—provided the connections are appropriate for the firm's needs. According to a study published in Strategic Managem.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Exploring how microbes in permafrost contribute to nitrous oxide emissions

Ecologist Christina Biasi is exploring the conditions under which tiny organisms contribute to permafrost soils emitting nitrous oxide. Her research could be essential for the development of future climate scenarios......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Toddlers, tech and talk: Report explores how children under three use technology

A major study, the first of its kind, has revealed key insights into the extent to which children under 3 years old have access to digital technology in the home, how they use it and how it supports their language development......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Research highlights biofortification"s role in tackling malnutrition

A series of research papers and a free online data dashboard seek to boost the use of biofortification—an affordable, sustainable and climate-smart way to address global malnutrition by increasing the concentrations of essential nutrients in staple.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Not the usual suspects: Research reveals novel genetic basis of pest resistance to biotech crops

If left unchecked, insect pests can devastate crops. To minimize damage and reduce the need for insecticide sprays, crops have been genetically engineered to produce bacterial proteins that kill key pests but are not harmful to people or wildlife. Ho.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024