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String of ‘Highly Qualified Teachers’ Crucial for Student Success
Whether or not students graduate from college could be traced back to the quality of their high school teachers, a new study suggests. If students in high school are taught by a succession of teachers who majored or minored in their specific teaching subjects, rather than just a general teaching degree, they are more likely… Read More
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What Vitamin B12-Infused Plants Would Mean to the World
Vegans, vegetarians and those who can’t afford meat may no longer be faced with vitamin B12 deficiency, an issue that has long affected plant-based eaters, thanks to new research from the University of Kent, UK. Vitamin B12 (or cobalamin) is an essential dietary component that is neither made nor required by plants, leaving a large… Read More
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Crowdfunding: Women Face One Less Disadvantage In Business
Historically, female entrepreneurs have faced a disadvantage when seeking financial backing, but new research proves that perceived trustworthiness has made women more likely to gain financial support through crowdfunding platforms. Crowdfunding is a system where a group of amatuer investors make small donations to a new venture. Women have always encountered more challenges than men… Read More
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Is It Just a Fling, or Are You in It for the Long Haul? Here’s How You Can Tell
How can you tell if someone you just started dating will be your future spouse, or is just a few-month fling? Conventional wisdom and corny love stories tell us that the difference between “the one” and a short-term relationship is obvious. But, according to a new study, it’s not so clear at first. Research from… Read More
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3D Printing Bionic Limbs Allows Kids to Be Kids Again
Every year, thousands of children in the U.S. are born without arms, limiting their development and affecting their quality of life. But now, there is hope that they can receive affordable and customizable prosthetics, capable of boosting their growth and potential. Their savior is a team of researchers from Limbitless Solutions, a non-profit group at… Read More
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Language-Learning Window Shuts Later Than Expected
Learning a new language is often said to be easiest for young children, but the window is open for much longer than once thought. According to a new study by a team of researchers from MIT, Boston College and Harvard University, the window is open until the age of 17 or 18. For the study,… Read More
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The Significance of New Sustainable Method of Ammonia Production
Researchers from the University of Central Florida (UCF) and Virginia Tech have developed a sustainable method of producing ammonia, a compound of nitrogen and hydrogen, which is vital for life on earth, including the production of food to feed the increasing world population. The advancement is an important step toward sustainability for an industry long… Read More
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What Signals Are Men with Flashy Cars Sending to Women?
Men driving flashy cars, or otherwise blatantly showing off their wealth, are perceived to be sending a clear message to women that they are more interested in short-term relationships, a new study suggests. The researchers — University of Michigan research assistant professor Daniel Kruger and University at Buffalo clinical assistant professor Jessica Kruger — conducted… Read More
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‘Hostile Teachers’ Snuff Out Pleasure of Learning
Teachers who antagonize students by criticising their contributions, belittling them, or showing favoritism can damage student’s test scores and learning potential, according to a study by researchers from West Virginia University (WVU). “We conducted this study because almost all of the empirical evidence that instructor misbehaviors impedes student learning has been correlational research determined by… Read More
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The Rise of Collegiate Gaming and Esports Scholarships
Avid gamers whose parents nag at them for playing video games too much can now plead: “I’m playing to improve my game and get an esports scholarship for college.” Esports is a form of organized, multiplayer video game competition played for spectators. People who hear about esports for the first time might scoff. But the… Read More
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Why Do We Vote the Way We Do?
When faced with a political ballot, voters have a lot to process. Factors concerning a candidate’s party affiliation, stance on issues and political experience are at the forefront of a voter’s mind on Election day. With so many options, too many details, casting a vote can sometimes feel like a cumbersome process. Deciding who will… Read More
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Treating Diseases by Using Light to Switch Calcium Influx On or Off
Optogenetics, a biological technique that uses light to control and manipulate cell behavior, has steadily grown into one of the most promising methods over the past decade. The technique uses light to turn particular genes on or off, triggering certain biological functions. Researchers at Texas A&M University are exploring ways to use optogenetics to control… Read More
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How We Are Wired to Learn From Others
In a recent study, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have identified a specific brain circuit that helps people learn through the experience of others. Observational learning is a form of learning that occurs through the observation of other people. It acts as an important evolutionary advantage, allowing people to avoid potential danger… Read More
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Robots: Counselors That Truly Listen
Researchers at the University of Plymouth have proven, for the first time, that robots can conduct a helpful, enjoyable motivational interview (MI). MI is a technique used in psychiatry that involves a counselor asking questions and encouraging someone to explain their need and reasons for wanting change in their lives. The use of robots allows… Read More
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Why Do Most Women Prefer More Masculine Faces?
Why do the majority of women prefer more masculine faces in men? Previous research has suggested this is due to changes in women’s fertility hormones and the idea that masculine men appear to have a greater genetic “fitness” for reproduction. A team of researchers from the University of Glasgow, however, has recently found that women’s… Read More
