BOCA RATON, Florida, Oct. 16 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAU Researchers 'Zoom' in for an Ultra-Magnified Peek at Shark Skin STUDY SNAPSHOT: What gives shark skin its unique toughness and smooth, hydrodynamic edge? The secret lies in dermal denticles - tiny, tooth-like scales made of the same material as our teeth. These microscopic armor plates don't just make sharks sleek swimmers; they also shield t more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 [Category: Media] -- The Association of American Publishers issued the following news release: * * * Freedom Letters Receives 2025 AAP International Freedom to Publish Award * The Association of American Publishers (AAP) today awarded Freedom Letters, a Russian and Ukrainian language publisher, the 2025 AAP International Freedom to Publish Award. The award recognizes a publisher outside of the United States who has demonstrated courage and fortitude in defending freedom o more PR

OXFORD, Ohio, Oct. 16 (TNSjou) -- Miami University issued the following news: * * * Undergraduate Summer Scholar gains independence and leadership skills through research opportunities 'Because of Miami, I was able to exceed my expectations beyond anything I could ever imagine," Patrick Lakeberg said By Abby Walters, University Communications and Marketing As the youngest of seven, Patrick Lakeberg '27, a Biology major with a Premedical and Pre-Health Studies co-major, often frequented Miam more PR

VICTORIA, British Columbia, Oct. 15 (TNSjou) -- Royal Roads University issued the following news: * * * Vicente earns national recognition for disaster response research By Richard Dal Monte Oscar Vicente's lifelong love of learning has earned him six post-secondary degrees so far. His pursuit of knowledge most recently brought him to Royal Roads University for the Master of Arts in Disaster and Emergency Management, making it his seventh credential when he graduates in spring 2026. "I lov more PR

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Oct. 16 (TNSjou) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * How Grandparents Can Play a Critical Role in Mediating Children's Media Use By Carol Peters A Rutgers researcher said initial findings from a study offer "various compelling insights" into the process of socializing children to what they see on their screens Grandparents can play a critical role in helping mediate their grandchildren's media use and serve as an ally for their families, accordi more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Murray, Montana Leaders, Montanans Who Rely on ACA Tax Credits, Lay Out Cost of Republican Health Care Sabotage in Red States, Why Republicans Must Come to the Table to Prevent Costs from Skyrocketing KFF: Most Republicans and MAGA Supporters Say Congress Should Extend the Enhanced ACA Tax Credits Set to Expire Next Year ICYMI: Wall Street J more PR

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, Oct. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: * * * UAH Nursing researcher publishes COPD review focused on keys and barriers to managing chronic respiratory condition By Russ Nelson Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) impacts hundreds of millions worldwide, yet despite this global toll and the availability of well-established diagnostic tools, countless patients still go undiagnosed in the early stages of the condition, leading to muc more PR

ARLINGTON, Texas, Oct. 15 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * Arthritis pain rising: How state policies matter UTA researchers tracked 10 years of data on how welfare programs and education influence joint pain * New research from The University of Texas at Arlington shows that differences in state welfare policies are linked to rising arthritis-related joint pain across much of the U.S. The study, led by Feinuo Sun, UT Arlington assistant p more PR