Mapping Lava Flows with Groundbreaking Field Instrument
WASHINGTON, June 4, 2024 – Millions of people live near active volcanoes that are constantly monitored for signs of an impending eruption. When one occurs, scientists and […]
Harnessing Green Energy from Plants Depends on their Circadian Rhythms
WASHINGTON, May 28, 2024 —When plants draw water from their roots to nourish their stems and leaves, they produce an electric potential that could be harnessed as […]
Seeking Medical Insights in the Physics of Mucus
WASHINGTON, May 7, 2024 – As much as we might not want to think about it, mucus is everywhere in our bodies. It coats our airways and […]
Study Sheds Light on Cancer Cell ‘Tug-of-War’
WASHINGTON, May 7, 2024 – Understanding how cancerous cells spread from a primary tumor is important for any number of reasons, including determining the aggressiveness of the […]
Machine Listening: Making Speech Recognition Systems More Inclusive
WASHINGTON, April 30, 2024 – Interactions with voice technology, such as Amazon’s Alexa, Apple’s Siri, and Google Assistant, can make life easier by increasing efficiency and productivity. […]
Magnetic Microcoils Unlock Targeted Single-Neuron Therapies for Neurodegenerative Disorders
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2024 — Neural stimulation is a medical technique used to treat many illnesses affecting the nervous system. It involves applying energy to neurons to […]
Laser-Treated Cork Absorbs Oil for Carbon-Neutral Ocean Cleanup
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2024 – Oil spills are deadly disasters for ocean ecosystems. They can have lasting impacts on fish and marine mammals for decades and wreak […]
What Do Bird Dreams Sound Like?
WASHINGTON, April 11, 2024 — For more than 20 years, researchers have known that areas of birds’ brains dedicated to singing show neural patterns during sleep akin […]
A Smarter City Skyline for Flood Safety
WASHINGTON, April 9, 2024 — A city’s skyline — the distinctive shapes and arrangements of its buildings — impacts the safety of its population during floods. When […]