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- Wind farms can offset their emissions within two years, new study shows https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/wind-farms-can-offset-their-emissions-within-two-years-new-study-shows/ 186 comments
- Men more than three times as likely to die from a brain injury, new US study shows. The reasons observed were multifactorial and could reflect differences in injury severity following a fall or motor vehicle crash, to the interaction of sex and age – with TBI outcomes in men worsening with age. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/men-more-than-three-times-as-likely-to-die-from-a-brain-injury-new-u-s-study-shows/ 53 comments science
- Selective schools in Australia are government-funded schools that enrol only the highest performing students. At ages 19 and 25 there was little difference between the educational and employment outcomes of children who attended selective schools versus non-selective schools. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/clever-pupils-dont-need-to-attend-academically-selective-schools-to-thrive-study-finds/ 18 comments science
- Orcas No Longer Need to Hunt in Packs to Take Down Great White Sharks https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/orcas-demonstrating-they-no-longer-need-to-hunt-in-packs-to-take-down-the-great-white-shark/ 144 comments science
- A review of 10 studies with 8,367 participants found that Cannabis is not an effective treatment for opioid addiction nor lead to opioid use https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/cannabis-has-no-clear-effect-on-treatment-of-opioid-addiction-u-s-study-finds/ 206 comments science
- Childhood trauma (physical, sexual, or emotional abuse, or neglect) increases the risk of chronic pain and related disability in adulthood. The study reviews research carried out across 75 years, involving 826,452 adults. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/childhood-trauma-increases-risk-of-chronic-pain-in-adulthood-research-to-date-highlights/ 31 comments science
- An icy swim may cut ‘bad’ body fat, but further health benefits unclear – review of current science suggests https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/an-icy-swim-may-cut-bad-body-fat-but-further-health-benefits-unclear-review-of-current-science-suggests/ 10 comments health
- Research has found the likelihood of having a cognitive impairment was 137% higher among people who had a sight problem compared to those who did not. People who had a sight problem at baseline had a 41% increased risk of developing cognitive impairment and a 44% increased risk of dementia https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/new-study-indicates-sight-problems-may-increase-dementia-risk-in-older-adults/ 108 comments science
- Study: Increase in online sex blackmailing during pandemic, with men twice as likely to fall victim due to their tendency to be “less selective” than women when dating. Young people, Black and Native American women, and LGBTQ individuals also at higher risk of this cyber-enabled crime (sextortion). https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/landmark-research-shows-increase-in-online-sex-blackmailing-during-pandemic/ 9 comments science
- Study: Breakthrough Covid-19 infections occur more often and are more severe in immunocompromised. Researchers suggest recent recommendations to provide a third primary series dose of an mRNA Covid-19 vaccine to patients with weaker immune systems after the initial two doses. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/study-on-over-a-million-people-shows-breakthrough-covid-19-infections-occur-more-often-and-are-more-severe-in-immunocompromised/ 7 comments science
- Researchers warn stressors, such as course demands, make college students vulnerable to sleep disorders which in turn affect academic performance and health. They’re calling on universities to do more to promote positive sleep habits and good mental health. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/lack-of-sleep-affecting-students-mental-health-especially-women-says-study/ 65 comments science
- Study shows testosterone linked with multi-partnerships in men, but with solo sex in women. The authors suggest this could be related to the ‘different meanings and motivations women attach to solitary and partnered sex.’ https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/study-shows-testosterone-linked-with-multi-partnerships-in-men-but-with-solo-sex-in-women/ 3 comments science
- Income gap can harm children’s achievement in maths – but not reading grades, 27-year study suggests https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/income-gap-can-harm-childrens-achievement-in-maths-but-not-reading-grades-27-year-study-suggests/ 12 comments science
- Research has found people who are reluctant toward a Covid vaccine only represents around 10% of the US public. Who, according to the findings of this survey, quote not trusting the government (40%) or not trusting the efficacy of the vaccine (45%) as to their reasons for not wanting the vaccine. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/as-more-us-adults-intend-to-have-covid-vaccine-national-study-also-finds-more-people-feel-its-not-needed/# 4050 comments science
- On average the earliest memories that people can recall point back to when they were just two-and-a-half years old, a new study suggests. The findings, published in peer-reviewed journal Memory, pushes back the previous conclusions of the average age of earliest memories by a whole year. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/earliest-memories-can-start-from-the-age-of-two-and-a-half-new-study-shows/ 120 comments science
- Scientists in Asia resumed work far quicker than western counterparts, study shows. Research paints a picture of how material scientists were impacted internationally – doctoral students feared for their career. 57% of respondents did not receive mental health support from their institutes. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/scientists-in-asia-resumed-work-far-quicker-than-western-counterparts-international-covid-lockdown-study-shows/ 11 comments science
- The 'one who causes fear' - a new carnivrous predator (Llukalkan aliocranianus) has been discovered in Argentina. Superbly preserved braincase of this new species is an important find - it suggests there was a greater diversity and abundance of abelisaurids later than previously thought. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/the-one-who-causes-fear-new-meat-eating-predator-discovered-and-it-ruled-in-the-late-cretaceous/ 7 comments science
- People’s politics and values are exerting a bigger influence on how much of a threat they feel from COVID-19 compared to objective indicators such as the number of confirmed cases. People with a lower perception of risk of the virus included more politically right-wing or conservative individuals. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/personal-values-and-political-worldviews-shape-our-perception-of-the-risk-of-covid-19-more-than-its-severity-study-of-6000-uk-residents/ 18 comments science
- Face masks helped to reduce viral transmission during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in Italy, study suggests https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/face-masks-helped-to-reduce-viral-transmission-during-the-first-wave-of-the-covid-19-pandemic-in-italy-study-suggests/ 4 comments worldnews
- Face masks likely played a role in reducing the spread of SARS-CoV-2 in Italy during the first half of 2020, according to a new study. The findings lend further support to the importance of face mask use in addition to lockdowns and other public health measures for the control of COVID-19. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/face-masks-helped-to-reduce-viral-transmission-during-the-first-wave-of-the-covid-19-pandemic-in-italy-study-suggests/ 47 comments science
- Study: Teenagers with happy childhood memories are likely to drink less, take fewer drugs and enjoy learning. The findings show a link between how pupils feel about the past, present and future and their classroom behavior. This in turn influences their grades and risk of substance misuse. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/drink-and-drug-risk-is-lower-among-optimistic-pupils-with-happy-memories-says-study/ 17 comments science
- Teachers are working harder than ever before and more than any other occupation, according to a study. Data reveals for the first time how drop in job quality goes beyond just pay and hours. Training, the influence teachers have over their tasks and work-related well-being have also declined. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/teachers-having-to-work-harder-than-any-other-professionals-says-study/ 190 comments science
- Megalodon shark gave live birth to large newborns that likely grew by eating unhatched eggs in womb. Gigantic Megalodon or megatooth shark, which lived nearly roughly 15-3.6 million years ago and reached at least 50 feet (15 meters) in length, gave birth to babies larger than most adult humans. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/megalodon-shark-gave-live-birth-to-large-newborns-that-likely-grew-by-eating-unhatched-eggs-in-womb/ 6 comments science
- A new nuanced way of teaching young people about consent that is based on their real-life experiences helps them develop a better understanding of sexual rights and ethics. Using continuums and diverse scenarios enabled them to think critically about different ways of doing and negotiating consent. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/young-people-embrace-new-model-of-teaching-sexual-consent-study-finds/ 5 comments science
- A new species of freshwater Crustacea has been discovered during an expedition of the desert Lut, known as the hottest place on Earth. The newly identified species belongs to the genus Phallocryptus of which only four species were previously known from different arid and semiarid regions. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/new-species-of-freshwater-crustacea-found-in-the-hottest-place-on-earth/ 6 comments science
- Classes set by ability are hitting children’s self-confidence, study finds: Study could have important implications for interventions directed at addressing disadvantage in education https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/classes-set-by-ability-are-hitting-childrens-self-confidence-study-finds/ 32 comments science
- Interest free loans could prevent homelessness and save councils millions, according to a new study. A homeless prevention interest free loan scheme in Lewisham, which has helped over 300 families escape eviction and saved the council over £1 million, could be replicated across the UK,study suggests https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/interest-free-loans-could-prevent-homelessness-and-save-councils-millions-according-to-a-new-study/ 32 comments worldnews
- Interest free loans could prevent homelessness and save councils millions, according to a new study. A homeless prevention interest free loan scheme in Lewisham, which has helped over 300 families escape eviction and saved the council over £1 million, could be replicated across the UK,study suggests https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/interest-free-loans-could-prevent-homelessness-and-save-councils-millions-according-to-a-new-study/ 4 comments science
- Countries that help working class students get into university have happier citizens, finds a new study, which showed that policies such as lowering cost of private education, and increasing intake of universities so that more students can attend act to reduce ‘happiness gap’ between rich and poor. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/countries-that-help-working-class-students-get-into-university-have-happier-citizens-2/ 1179 comments science
- Gender, sexual orientation, and the desire to form lasting romantic relationships appear to influence sexual risk-taking among young adults, according to a new research. As far as the researchers are aware, this is the first study to directly compare how heterosexual men, heterosexual women https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/study-suggests-why-some-young-adults-may-be-more-likely-to-engage-in-unsafe-sex/ 4 comments science
- Teenagers from deprived backgrounds are more likely to be kind, moral and helpful to others if they have a loving mother who shows them empathy and warmth, finds a new study. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/teens-are-more-helpful-and-caring-if-they-have-understanding-warm-mothers/ 4 comments science
- Millennials who perceive parents as supportive of psychological needs are less likely to worry and adjust better to the transition to college, whereas parenting that feels over involved and controlling predicts higher levels of worry and poor psychological well-being, suggests new study (n=355). https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/parental-support-linked-to-how-well-millennials-transition-to-college-life/ 19 comments science
- Performance targets, increased workload, and bureaucratic changes are eroding teachers’ professional identity and harming their mental health, finds a new UK study. The focus on targets is fundamentally altering the teacher’s role as educator and getting in the way of pupil-teacher relationships. https://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/managerialism-in-uk-schools-erodes-teacher-mental-health-and-well-being/ 558 comments science
- Teachers who antagonize their students by belittling them, showing favoritism, or criticizing their contributions can damage students’ learning potential, a new study suggests, based on a randomized experiment with 500 undergraduate students. http://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/news/press-release/hostile-teachers-can-lose-students-5-on-test-scores 32 comments science
- New theory rewrites opening moments of Chernobyl disaster: The new theory suggests the first of the two explosions reported by eyewitnesses was a nuclear and not a steam explosion, as is currently widely thought http://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/news/press-release/new-theory-rewrites-opening-moments-of-chernobyl-disaster#.wg92zcz9cbc.reddit 4 comments science
- Newly recovered giant rodent fossils suggest paleontogists must rethink the organization of Dinomyidae, the family of giant South American rodents. http://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/news/press-release/rare-fossil-discovery-raises-questions 4 comments science
- The solution from the skies to save endangered species: The world’s first astrophysics-ecology drone project at Liverpool John Moores University could be the answer to many global conservation efforts. http://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/news/press-release/the-solution-from-the-skies-to-save-endangered-species 3 comments science
- Is background TV harming your toddler’s language development: New research suggests that the presence of background TV is a significant factor in reducing this vital input, affecting both the quantity and quality of language spoken by parents to their children http://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/news/press-release/is-background-tv-harming-your-toddlers-language-development#.u5ljejssz95 3 comments science
- Fathers drinking also responsible for foetal disorders?: In-utero exposure to alcohol is a known cause of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome. FAS children suffer from retarded intellect, stunted growth and nervous system abnormalities, etc. New research revealed that dads too may have more accountability http://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/news/press-release/fathers-drinking-also-responsible-for-foetal-disorders#.uwat5fmsypt 6 comments science
- Sun-induced frowning: A possible cause of aggression? http://newsroom.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/news/press-release/sun-induced-frowning-a-possible-cause-of-aggression#.uugr-xcmrce 3 comments science