A University of Virginia-led National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine report has found that adolescence, like infancy, is a critical period of development—and it is not being used to its full potential by ...
Social Sciences
May 17, 2019
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The fax machine is a symbol of obsolete technology long superseded by computer networks – but faxing is actually growing in popularity.
Consumer & Gadgets
Feb 6, 2019
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More than 40 percent of hourly workers and 30 percent of salaried workers in Illinois have variable or unpredictable work schedules, resulting in underemployment and work-life conflicts with child care, parenting and other ...
Social Sciences
Jun 25, 2018
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A 128-nation treaty to curb exposure to the dangerous heavy metal mercury entered into force Wednesday, the United Nations announced on the convention's website.
Environment
Aug 17, 2017
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A new survey shows Americans are split on whether the U.S. will be seen as the global leader in science and innovation under President Donald Trump; 41% of Americans agree, 40% disagree and 19% are not sure. Those in agreement ...
Social Sciences
Jan 25, 2017
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Amid ongoing welfare cuts, researchers argue that investment in health and social care have been integral to British economic success since 1600.
Social Sciences
Dec 2, 2016
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A future in which older people are homeless or living in cars and garages lies ahead if nothing is done to avert the rapid decline in home ownership, says a Massey University expert in healthy ageing.
Social Sciences
May 31, 2016
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Providing vital health care services to people in developing countries without reliable electricity, refrigeration and state-of-the-art medical equipment poses a number of challenges. Inspired by pregnancy tests, researchers ...
Analytical Chemistry
Apr 13, 2016
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Customer service calls can be frustrating for consumers and agents alike. But MIT spinout Cogito believes it can use behavioral analytics to make those experiences less onerous.
Computer Sciences
Jan 20, 2016
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After the smartphone and fitness bracelet, here comes the smart ring. And the smart pacifier, and smart rollator.
Consumer & Gadgets
Nov 12, 2015
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