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Research at Colleges Newsletter for 2024-06-23 ( 14 items )  
Age of Organic Carbon Important Factor in Ocean Carbon Storage (10)
UTRECHT, The Netherlands, June 22 (TNSres) -- Utrecht University issued the following news: The ocean can store carbon and act as a carbon sink, and it can be a carbon source. The difference in 'age' of the organic carbon already present in the ocean and the carbon that is supplied determines whether the ocean acts as a carbon sink or source. Researchers from Nanjing universities and Utrecht University created the first sink or source world map that can be used when deciding where to invest in  more PR

Anderson Tests Burnout Prevention for Healthcare Workers in Long-Term Care Facility (10)
MOORHEAD, Minnesota, June 22 (TNSres) -- Concordia College issued the following news: * * * Concordia Program Director of Accelerated Nursing Dr. Joylyn Anderson instructs a student in the 2024 cohort, using one of the simulation rooms. * * * After earning a master's degree, nurses hoping to pursue a doctoral degree have two options -- a Doctor of Philosophy degree, which focuses on academic and research development, or a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, which centers on advanced clinical  more PR

Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health: Ask an Expert - Examining the Collective Trauma of War With Cari Jo Clark (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 21 (TNSres) -- Emory University Rollins School of Public Health issued the following Q&A on June 20, 2024, with Cari Jo Clark, associate professor of global health: * * * The public health impact of armed conflict and war have immediate, visible ramifications on entire populations, along with long-term health effects that span generations. Humanitarian crises unfolding in Gaza, Yemen, Sudan, Somalia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and more are living examples of this. more PR

First Transatlantic Vessel-to-Grid Project Aims to Advance Marine Electrification (10)
PLYMOUTH, England, June 22 (TNSres) -- The University of Plymouth issued the following news: * * * The University is part of the CanUK initiative, a consortium bringing together partners in the UK and Canada * * * Researchers from the University of Plymouth are involved in a major transatlantic project aiming to enhance understanding of clean maritime power and performance. The pound sterling1.8m CanUK vessel-to-grid project is uniting experts in the UK and Canada and will deploy bi-directi more PR

KPMG Chief Economist Explores UK's Productivity Challenges at Bayes M&A Conference (10)
LONDON, England, June 22 (TNSres) -- The City University London's Bayes Business School issued the following news: * * * M&A academics and practitioners hear from KPMG chief economist on UK productivity as researchers share latest study results * * * By Chris Mahony, Senior Communications Officer Research on topics ranging from regulation and ESG to bidding strategies was unveiled at the eighth annual Mergers & Acquisitions Research Centre Conference this week. Hosted and organised by the  more PR

McMaster University: Chancellor Emerita Suzanne Labarge Gives $7.5M to Boost Aging Brain Research (10)
HAMILTON, Ontario, June 23 (TNSres) -- McMaster University issued the following news: By Michael Cordeiro One in 10 adults older than 65 experiences a gradual decline in cognitive functions, including memory loss and reduced mobility, according to the Public Health Agency of Canada. This sobering statistic underscores the urgency to discover solutions for maintaining good brain health as we age. In response to this pressing need, McMaster University chancellor emerita and alumna Suzanne Labar more PR

Mindfulness, Monasticism, and Women in Thai Buddhism (10)
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 22 (TNSres) -- The University of Pennsylvania School of Arts and Sciences issued the following news: * * * Ph.D. candidate Katherine Scahill's research engages with three communities of female Buddhist monks (bhikkhuni) in Thailand and their chanting traditions. * * * By Kristen de Groot, News Officer Katherine Scahill, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Music, has always been interested in the overlap of music and mindfulness. She grew up playing the vi more PR

Novel Catalysts for Improved Methanol Production Using Carbon Dioxide Dehydrogenation (10)
TOKYO, Japan, June 22 (TNSres) -- Tokyo Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Encapsulating copper nanoparticles within hydrophobic porous silicate crystals has been shown by scientists at Tokyo Tech to significantly enhance the catalytic activity of copper-zinc oxide catalysts used in methanol synthesis via CO2 hydrogenation. The innovative encapsulation structure effectively inhibits the thermal aggregation of copper particles, leading to enhanced hydrogenation activity a more PR

Queen Mary University of London Hosts Global Discussion on AI Policy (10)
LONDON, England, June 22 (TNSres) -- Queen Mary University of London issued the following news: On June 20th, Queen Mary hosted a landmark discussion on AI policy, launching the Policy Forum of the Harvard Data Science Review's special issue, "Future Shock: Grappling with the Generative AI Revolution." Leading thinkers from around the world convened to identify and tackle the ethical and policy challenges posed by the explosive rise of GenAI. Referencing Alvin Toffler's influential 1970 book F more PR

Real-Time General Election Media Analysis: 'Mansplaining' Dominates the Media Election (10)
LOUGHBOROUGH, England, June 22 (TNSres) -- Loughborough University issued the following news release: * * * * Male voices and opinions dominate in election coverage, not only in political party representation but across all sectors * 2024 is shaping up to be the Taxation Election, with tax consistently ranked as the top policy issue * Newspapers remain largely critical of the Conservatives, with negative press coverage for the party continuing to rise as the campaign progresses * Nigel Fara more PR

Sustainable Farm Network Begins Work Boosting UK Farming Knowledge Exchange (10)
NEWPORT, England, June 22 (TNSres) -- Harper Adams University issued the following news: A national network of different public and private demonstration farms has begun its work - and is set to launch formally next month. The Sustainable Farm Network - a School of Sustainable Food and Farming initiative - will bring together a diversity of UK farm networks to help them share experiences, findings and best practice. The Landex Network of teaching farms is a founding partner within the Network more PR

Teachers Supporting Teachers - the Global Podcast (10)
JOONDALUP, Australia, June 22 (TNSres) -- Edith Cowan University presented a podcast: The Teachers Supporting Teachers podcast has launched a new thought-provoking series that delves into the complexities and rewards of the job, in the city, regions and in remote communities. Hosted by Edith Cowan University (ECU) Professor Narelle Lemon and Marnie Harris, the series aims to provide a platform for meaningful discussions and insights that support pre-service and current teachers navigating dive more PR

Trial Explores Whether HIV and AIDS Drugs Could Be Used to Treat Brain Tumours (10)
PLYMOUTH, England, June 22 (TNSres) -- The University of Plymouth issued the following news: * * * Professor Oliver Hanemann is leading a programme that will explore if two previously approved medications can successfully enter tumour cells * * * Drugs developed to combat HIV and AIDS are being trialled for the first time in patients with multiple brain tumours. Scientists at the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence at the University of Plymouth are conducting a clinical trial to see  more PR

University of Utah-Gardner Policy Institute: Mean Centers of Population and Employment in Northern Utah Both Fall in Salt Lake City (10)
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, June 22 (TNSres) -- The University of Utah Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute issued the following news release: The mean center of population and employment in northern Utah both fall in Salt Lake City, according to a new analysis from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. This reflects the strong influence Utah's Greater Salt Lake economic region, namely Salt Lake City and County, plays as the state's cultural, economic, and political heart. The region encompasses 86.7% of t more PR