Jellyfish-Inspired Soft Robots Can Outswim Their Natural Counterparts
Engineering researchers have developed soft robots inspired by jellyfish that can outswim their real-life counterparts. More practically, the new jellyfish-bots highlight a technique that uses pre-stressed polymers to make soft robots more powerful.
1-Jul-2020 1:50 PM EDT
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When Board Members Get Involved, Corporate Tax Burden Goes Down
New research finds that corporate tax-planning practices improve when a company's board takes an interest – and better planning results in both less tax uncertainty and a lower tax burden.
15-Jun-2020 9:30 AM EDT
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‘Artificial Chemist’ Combines AI, Robotics to Conduct Autonomous R&D
Researchers have developed a technology called “Artificial Chemist,” which incorporates artificial intelligence and an automated system for performing chemical reactions to accelerate R&D and manufacturing of commercially desirable materials.
4-Jun-2020 11:15 AM EDT
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Monitoring Environmental Exposures in Dogs Could be Early Warning System for Human Health
Man’s best friend may also be man’s best bet for figuring out how environmental chemicals could impact our health.
1-Jun-2020 1:35 PM EDT
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Metabolite Analysis of ALS Patient Blood Plasma Could Reveal, Rule Out, Possible Biomarkers for Disease
High-throughput analysis of blood plasma could aid in identification of diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
1-Jun-2020 12:05 PM EDT
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How Social Media Platforms Can Contribute to Dehumanizing Other People
A recent analysis of discourse on Facebook highlights how social media can be used to dehumanize entire groups of people.
20-May-2020 12:45 PM EDT
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Early High School Start Times Adversely Affect Attendance
A new study finds that earlier high school start times can have significant adverse consequences for students, including increased rates of tardiness and absenteeism.
27-Apr-2020 9:00 AM EDT
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New Macrolactone Database Could Aid Drug Discovery, Research
A new, free-to-use database of 14,000 known macrolactones fills a knowledge gap concerning these molecules and could serve as a useful tool for future drug discovery.
21-Apr-2020 2:55 PM EDT
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Clean Air Regulation, Automobile Emissions Expert Can Discuss Volkswagen Scandal, Emissions Testing
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Experts Offer Insight Into Key Issues in 2014 Midterm Elections, Including Race, Gender, and the Economy
11-Mar-2014 7:00 AM EDT
Expert Offers Insight on History of Labor Day and How Workers Are Faring in Post-Recession Recovery
19-Aug-2013 7:00 AM EDT
Expert Can Answer Food-Safety Questions for the Holidays
13-Nov-2012 8:00 AM EST
Researcher Explains How Santa Delivers Presents in One Night
Don’t believe in Santa Claus? Magic, you say? In fact, science and technology explain how Santa is able to deliver toys to good girls and boys around the world in one night, according to a North Carolina State University researcher.
6-Dec-2011 7:35 AM EST
Food-Safety Expert Can Offer Tips For Thanksgiving
At Thanksgiving, small mistakes in the kitchen can lead to food-borne illness. Dr. Ben Chapman, food-safety specialist and assistant professor of family and consumer sciences at North Carolina State University, can offer suggestions to ensure your...
9-Nov-2011 7:00 AM EST
Expert Can Discuss Importance Of Labor Day During Recession, Election Year
As American workers are faced with the “Great Recession” of the 21st century, how are they faring this Labor Day? What role might organized labor play, or not play, in the upcoming fall 2010 elections?
30-Aug-2010 8:00 AM EDT
Experts Can Offer Insight On Haiti Disaster
The eyes of the world are now focused on Haiti, and the effects of the recent earthquake disaster on the island nation are still unfolding. North Carolina State University researchers can help explain what happened, what may happen next, and what it...
13-Jan-2010 3:30 PM EST
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