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Scientists Advocate for Human Rights-Centered Environmental Decision-Making
An interdisciplinary group of researchers is urging a fundamental change in how environmental decisions impacting biodiversity are made, emphasizing the need to incorporate human rights considerations. This call comes in a commentary published in the journal npj Ocean Sustainability, which stresses that human well-being is intrinsically linked to nature for food, climate regulation and cultural…
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Researchers Identify Key Challenges in Detecting Violent Speech Targeting Asian Communities
In a pivotal study conducted by researchers at Georgia Tech and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), significant gaps have been unveiled in digital platforms’ abilities to detect violence-provoking speech targeting Asian communities. The findings call for urgent improvements in the technology used by social media and internet moderators. The research revealed that current algorithms often fail…
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UC Irvine Researchers Reveal How Urban Design Influences Flood Severity
Increased flooding due to stronger storms and urban growth has become a global challenge. Researchers from the University of California, Irvine have unveiled new findings indicating that building density and street networks significantly influence the intensity of urban flooding. Published in the journal Nature Communications, the research combines urban planning with statistical mechanics to formulate…
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How Cricket’s Modern Bowling Techniques Are Revolutionizing the Game
In the world of cricket, a subtle yet impactful revolution is underfoot, one that has bowlers tweaking their techniques to bewilder batters and win games. Recent research sheds new light on this transformation, exploring the physics behind an increasingly popular bowling style that involves a near-horizontal arm delivery. In a study published in Physics of…
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Discovery of Smallest Human Arm Bone Illuminates Evolution of Homo Floresiensis
A groundbreaking discovery on the Indonesian island of Flores has unveiled the smallest adult limb bone ever found in the human fossil record, offering new insights into the evolution of Homo floresiensis, often dubbed the “Hobbits” of Flores. The findings, published today in Nature Communications, promise to reshape our understanding of these ancient, diminutive humans.…
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Mass Layoffs Linked to Increased Data Breaches, Research Finds
A pioneering study led by Binghamton University explores the potential connection between mass layoffs and increased data breaches, offering crucial insights for corporate security strategies. The study suggests that layoffs may create an environment where disgruntled employees are more prone to risky behaviors, potentially leading to significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The research, titled “The Impacts of…
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University Study Unveils Widespread Technology Conspiracy Beliefs and Their Societal Impact
In a groundbreaking study published in Information Systems Research, researchers from the University of Göttingen and several other institutions have shed light on the surprisingly pervasive phenomenon of technology conspiracy beliefs and their detrimental societal effects. The research surveyed over 1,000 U.S. participants representative of the general population, revealing that misconceptions about technology are more…
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Groundbreaking Study Reveals Brain Activity Behind Creative Thinking
Creativity is often an enigma, an elusive ability that strikes unexpectedly. Yet, its origins in the human brain have remained largely mysterious — until now. Researchers from the University of Utah Health and Baylor College of Medicine have unlocked significant insights into how different brain regions work together to generate creative thought. In a study…
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Living in Disadvantaged Neighborhoods May Increase Aggressive Prostate Cancer Risk in African American Men, Study Finds
New research published in JAMA Network Open suggests that living in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods can significantly heighten the activity of stress-related genes, potentially leading to a higher incidence of aggressive prostate cancer among African American men. This critical discovery was made by researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) and Virginia Commonwealth…
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Groundbreaking DNAirobi Workshop Advocates for Equitable DNA Research in Africa
The American Journal of Human Genetics has unveiled a compelling perspective piece advocating for an inclusive and equitable future for DNA and ancient DNA (aDNA) research in Africa. Authored by 36 international scholars, the study is spearheaded by Elizabeth (Ebeth) Sawchuk of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History and Kendra Sirak of Harvard University. Africa,…
