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18 Jan 2019
So cute you could crush it?
A UC Riverside professor’s first-of-its-kind study explores the neural underpinnings of cute aggression; Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience
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17 Jan 2019
Widely used food additive may cause celiac disease
Research suggests that celiac disease could be caused by a bacterial enzyme used to manufacture sausages, cheese, bread and other processed foods; Frontiers in Pediatrics
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16 Jan 2019
Study highlights potential benefits of continuous EEG monitoring for infant patients
In a large cohort of child ICU patients with continuous brain monitoring, nearly half of those younger than 14 months were found to have suffered seizures — many of which were asymptomatic; Frontiers in Pediatrics
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14 Jan 2019
Computer hardware designed for 3D games could hold the key to replicating human brain
The group used graphics processing units (GPUs) to run their brain simulation software, which is already powering drones that think like insects and could help pinpoint the disease in the human brain; Frontiers in Neuroscience
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10 Jan 2019
Challenges for sex workers in holding the line in condom use
Criminalization of sex work is a primary factor behind a decline in consistent condom use among sex workers in one Australian state: Frontiers in Public Health
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09 Jan 2019
Better understanding of dog body language could make interactions safer
A new study shows that both children and parents frequently misinterpret canine behavior, but a short training session can bring substantial and lasting improvements; Frontiers in Veterinary Science
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08 Jan 2019
How one tough shrub could help fight hunger in Africa
A drought-resistant native plant can irrigate food crops and increase production: Frontiers in Environmental Science
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07 Jan 2019
Artificial intelligence can predict your personality — simply by tracking your eyes
A study has shown for the first time that computers can predict individuals’ personality traits from their eye movements while engaged in everyday tasks; Frontiers in Human Neuroscience
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04 Jan 2019
It’s not trails that disturb forest birds, but the people on them
Frequently used forest trails have fewer birds and not as many species – even when the trails have been used for decades: Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution
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04 Jan 2019
Can Superman trigger heroic helping in people?
Priming people with superhero images increases their likelihood of engaging in prosocial behaviors: Frontiers in Psychology
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01 Jan 2019
Mind control pioneer adds new channels to the brain remote control
Bioengineers have created new tools for controlling neurons with light, that allow researchers to probe deeper into the function of the brain; Frontiers in Neuroscience
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27 Dec 2018
Researchers in Japan make android child’s face strikingly more expressive
Researchers at Osaka University have made their robot child face more expressive, by measuring and calibrating 3D movement at over 100 facial areas; Frontiers in Robotics and AI
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24 Dec 2018
Common tactics for health promotion at work may be detrimental to employees with obesity
Workplace health programs may increase weight stigma and discrimination, and even lead to increased obesity and decreased well-being: Frontiers in Psychology
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21 Dec 2018
Farmers will benefit from a new method of monitoring pasture nutrients
By quickly monitoring changes in pasture nutrients, farmers can adapt their animals’ grazing methods accordingly: Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems
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18 Dec 2018
Marine Protected Areas overlook a large fraction of biodiversity hotspots
Lack of knowledge when designating MPAs lets ecologically important species slip through the net, but small, targeted changes can have big effects on protected area efficiency: Frontiers in Marine Science