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UK Research Funding to Reward Economic Benefits
(PhysOrg.com) -- The UK government is developing a new scheme, the Research Excellence Framework (REF), to assess university research proposals and allocate public funds for research. The scheme is being...
How the brain reacts to cocaine is studied
COLUMBIA, Mo., Sept. 24 (UPI) -- About 2 million U.S. residents use cocaine for its side-effects of euphoria and U.S. scientists want to determine how the brain reacts to...
Our emotions can lead us astray when assessing risks
If you find yourself more concerned about highly publicised dangers that grab your immediate attention such as terrorist attacks, while forgetting about the more mundane threats such as global warming,...
Guidelines in England for Assisted Suicide
Britain’s top prosecutor has issued clarifications on when charges for assisted suicide would be less likely.
Teens, texting and the sleep connection
Between their crazy schedules and upside-down circadian rhythms, teens always have been somewhat sleep-deprived. Now technology is making it worse. Teens are not just texting, instant-messaging and surfing Facebook all...
Cosmic Log: The science of ‘Surrogates’
Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Bruce Willis' latest action movie, "Surrogates," draws upon real-life developments in robotics and virtual worlds.
Study shows simplifying financial aid process improves access to higher education
For years, studies have shown that young people from low-income households across North America are less likely to apply to college or university than peers from higher-income families. Now, a...
The Science Of Education - Is Human Interaction Better Than Videos?
There's no shortage of new theories about how kids help to learn better. Unfortunately when it comes to kids and education, the only way to measure success is after...
Surgery residents satisfied with training, concerned with confidence, career motivation
A survey of nearly 4,500 general surgery residents finds that the majority are satisfied with their training and relationships with faculty and peers, but also indicated concerns regarding motivations for...
National autism research led by Leicester specialist
The first ever major study into adults living with autism was published by the NHS Information Centre. The report, entitled 'Autism Spectrum Disorders in adults living in households throughout England...
New links among alcohol abuse, depression, obesity in young women found
There is new evidence that depression, obesity and alcohol abuse or dependency are interrelated conditions among young adult women but not men...
Research shows parents use deception to influence their children
Parents say that honesty is the best policy, but they regularly lie to their children as a way of influencing their behaviour and emotions, finds new research from the University...
Congressional Memo: G.O.P. Senator Draws Critics in Both Parties
Just as the health care debate has taken its toll on President Obama’s popularity, Charles E. Grassley’s long-iconic status in Iowa has suffered as he seeks a sixth term.
Reiki banned at U.S. Catholic hospitals
MANCHESTER, N.H., Sept. 23 (UPI) -- The Catholic Church has banned promotion of reiki from its U.S. hospitals, with bishops saying it has no scientific or religious backing.
Mindful Meditation, Shared Dialogues Reduce Physician Burnout
Training in mindfulness meditation and communication can alleviate the psychological distress and burnout experienced by many physicians and can improve their well-being, researchers report.
Young People Doing Fine When It Comes To Saving Money
(PhysOrg.com) -- Younger adults may be doing a better job saving for the future than many experts believe, according to a new study.
Texas May Nix Neil Armstrong from Science Textbooks
Educators in Texas are debating whether to nix references to Neil Armstrong in the science strand of a 5th grade textbook.
When Pseudoscience Kills – Trust, Denialism, and Peter Duesberg
For scientists working in the field of HIV and AIDS, discussion of denialists can be at best tiring and at worst infuriating. This isn’t because a (‘good’) scientist can’t engage in a meaningful...
Geographer Working To Clarify What Sustainability Really Means To Rural Decision-makers
A geographer is researching how people define sustainability with the hope that this will later help civic and business leaders in rural communities make more informed decisions about sustainability.
Are Men Or Women More Likely To Be Hit By Lightning?
The numbers tell the story: Of the 648 people killed by lightning in the U.S. from 1995 to 2008, 82 percent were male. And as much as we were hoping to uncover...
Torturing 'does not get truth'
Researchers say torture techniques used by the Bush administration damage memory and do not get to the truth.
Insurance against financial fear
When the economy stumbles, panic can drive matters from bad to worse. Economist Ricardo Caballero has a new plan to keep investment markets free of fear
In pictures: Lundy at 40
The wildlife haven of Lundy Island in the Bristol Channel celebrates 40 years of National Trust ownership.
Why doing good sometimes turns bad
Researchers have found that, after doing something ethically sound, people are more - not less - likely to do something immoral, or even illegal
Chile to invest in science for kids in school
The Chilean government has taken action to promote interest in science and technology in state schools for under-fours.
LA. artist Mark Bradford, USC's Elyn Saks win MacArthur grants
They are among 24 who will each receive $500,000 in the next five years. Bradford specializes in collages with found objects. Saks' schizophrenia has informed her advocacy for the mentally ill. A Los...
Feature: School's in for smarter emotions
Measures of emotional intelligence are being adapted for use in the classroom to help both students and teachers cope with modern stresses.
Psychic Detectives Allow Murderer to Escape Death Penalty
Psychic information failed to recover Brooke Wilberger, a university student missing since May 24, 2004.