Miles Lasater caught the entrepreneurship bug early in life. Growing up in San Francisco, both of his parents started their own businesses. Plus, his friend’s parents were involved in some of the most iconic companies in Silicon Valley at the time.
Using a new combination of computational tools to analyze ancient DNA , Yale researchers have discovered two ancient, extinct giant tortoise lineages that once lived on the Galapagos Islands.
Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is the most common inherited cause of kidney failure. Despite decades of research, treatment options for the disease remain limited, and many patients ultimately require dialysis or kidney transplantation.
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UAlbany sophomore Collin Flynn spent his summer studying the electrical properties of moon soil in support of ongoing efforts to get humans back to the moon, thanks to a 10-week research opportunity provided through the College of Nanotechnology, Science, and Engineering's Summer Undergraduate Research Program.
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Celebrating two decades of impact, the University of Minnesota’s Program in Health Disparities Research (PHDR) transformed community-engaged research from an overlooked initiative into a mainstream academic standard, redefining institutional excellence, trust, and research funding along the way.
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Seven globally recognized researchers based in the United States and Europe will be joining the University of Ottawa to lead new Eddie Goldenberg Research Chairs of Canada (formerly Canada Impact+ Research Chairs). They’ll boost the University’s capacity to promote Canadian innovation, leadership and competitiveness.
The nationwide study led by the UW School of Medicine and Public Health explores the relationship between Alzheimer’s disease, environmental factors and lifetime experiences.
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Scientists have developed a new acoustic levitation technique using an ultrasonic beam capable of levitating and moving small objects in mid-air over distances of up to 40cm, six times further than previously achieved using conventional methods.
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A new UK study will seek to help women get faster, better treatment for heavy menstrual bleeding, through creating one of the world’s largest biobanks of menstrual fluid.
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A common but often overlooked cause of high blood pressure may be hiding in plain sight – and data from a pioneering wearable device could hold the key to its earlier diagnosis, according to new research.
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Early Investment in an Emerging Scientist The Children’s Cancer Research Fund (CCRF) recently visited the Center for Genome Engineering at the University of Minnesota.
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The University of Bristol Botanic Garden is buzzing with excitement ahead of its 16th annual Bee and Pollination Festival next month – and everyone is encouraged to join the hive of apiary activities amidst what might have been a tough summer for the nation’s beloved humble hard-working bumble bee.
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