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Bacterial Sensors Send a Jolt of Electricity When Triggered

Scientists and engineers at Rice University say the same is true for the environment. If a chemical spill in a river goes unnoticed for 20 minutes, it might be too late to remediate.

Morning Blue Light Treatment Improves Sleep In Patients With PTSD

University of Arizona Health Sciences researchers are exploring a noninvasive, drug-free treatment that offers hope for healing from the severe symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.

Decades of Air Pollution Undermine the Immune System

The diminished power of the immune system in older adults is usually blamed on the aging process. But a new study by Columbia immunologists shows that decades of particulate air pollution also take a toll.

Novel Waste Treatment Efficiently Converts Sewage to Biogas

A new method to treat sewage can efficiently convert leftover sludge to biogas, an advance that could help communities lower their waste treatment costs while helping the environment.

Mapping Rock Glaciers To Understand Their Future On Earth And Mars

Ensuring access to minimum resources and services for all while also safeguarding the stability of the Earth's environment requires drastic societal transformations, according to a new international study that included University of Arizona researchers.

New Nanoparticle-Based Sensors Can Measure Residual Herbicides in Food

Two newly developed, low-cost tests that use nanoparticles to detect chemicals can accurately measure tiny amounts of two potentially harmful herbicides in fruits, vegetables and their products.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs Lower Risk of Heart Disease

People with rheumatoid arthritis have a greater than average risk of cardiovascular disease, but a new study suggests that drugs commonly used to reduce joint inflammation in patients also reduce that risk.

Arsenic-Contaminated Water Associated With Antibiotic Resistance In Children

A new study found a higher prevalence of antibiotic-resistant Escherichia coli in water and child stool samples taken from rural areas of Bangladesh with high arsenic contamination levels in drinking water compared to areas with less contamination.

Researchers Explore How To Protect The Environment While Helping Those Living In Poverty

Ensuring access to minimum resources and services for all while also safeguarding the stability of the Earth's environment requires drastic societal transformations, according to a new international study that included University of Arizona researchers.

Tropical Cyclones Act As 'Massive Heat Pumps' That Fuel Extreme Heat

Extreme heat often follows tropical cyclones and can complicate disaster recovery even further, researchers have found.

First Months Of Psychotherapy Are The Most Effective In The Treatment Of Adolescents

The first six months are crucial to the success of psychotherapeutic interventions for adolescents. According to a recently completed doctoral thesis, the frequency of intervention should be high at the initial stages of treatment.

Genetic Research Provides New Ways To Prevent Cardiovascular Disease

Researchers have identified gene variants linked to harmful fatty substances in the blood. In the future, it might prove possible to prevent cardiovascular disease by influencing the function of these genes.

Arecibo Observatory Scientists Publish Major Study on Near-Earth Asteroids

Called a “treasure trove of data” for planetary scientists, the study is the largest ever published on radar observations of near-Earth asteroids.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses Key To Improving Nursing Home Care, MU Study Finds

University of Missouri researcher finds APRNs are often overlooked, underutilized in nursing homes.

Group Exercise Boosts Physical, Mental Health For Older Adults, MU Study Finds

Evidence-based benefits include improved muscle strength, balance, flexibility, sleep, social support, confidence and decreased risk of falls.

Feline Genetics Help Pinpoint First-Ever Domestication Of Cats, MU Study Finds

Cat genes reveal how invention of agriculture bonded cats with people in ancient Mesopotamia, leading to worldwide feline migration with humans.

Overcoming Barriers To Enhance Clinical Trials

In two separate studies, MU researchers found testimonials on social media can help recruit much needed Black Americans and rural white men to participate in medical clinical trials.

Making “Transport” Robots Smarter

University of Missouri engineers are working to speed up the order delivery process by optimizing warehouse operations using a collaborative human-robot order picking system.

Being Comfortable With Aging Can Benefit Sex Life

MU study shows positive perceptions of aging can benefit sexual satisfaction among older adults.

Welcome Home: Nutrient-Enriched Diets Improve Health Of Premature, Underweight Babies Post-Discharge

MU study finds adding additional nutrients to infant diet leads to improved weight, bigger head size, and stronger bones.