Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Concern that social media is driving the teen mental health crisis has risen to such a pitch that the majority of states in the country have…
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Engineers evaluate cybersecurity risks associated with EV fast-charging equipment
SwRI research engineers, from left, FJ Olugbodi, Mark Johnson and Katherine Kozan demonstrate an adversary-in-the-middle device they developed to test the cyber resiliency of ISO 15118-compliant vehicle-to-grid charging systems. With…
Flying in helicopters is safe—an aerospace engineer explains the technology, training that make it so
Helicopters draw a lot of attention with their almost magical ability to hover, fly in any direction and operate without runways. They also help save many lives, often dramatically, with…
Reflective Thinking Boosts Teen Brain Resilience to Violence
Summary: Teens who engage in “transcendent thinking” can counteract the negative effects of violence exposure on brain development. This type of thinking involves considering broader ethical and societal implications of…
Optical ground stations capture satellite laser signals, paving way for 1,000-fold faster communications from space
Students working with the mobile optical communications network – TeraNet 3. Credit: ICRAR The University of Western Australia’s “TeraNet,” a network of optical ground stations specializing in high-speed space communications,…
Adjusting Proteins Increases Ozempic’s Effectiveness
Summary: Adjusting melanocortin proteins in the brain enhances the effectiveness of GLP-1 diabetes and weight-loss drugs. By inhibiting MC3R or activating MC4R, mice showed increased sensitivity to these drugs, leading…
One-step process simplifies electrode fabrication for water electrolysis
Schematic diagram of the one-step oxygen-generating electrode fabrication process. Credit: Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) A research team led by Dr. Sung Mook Choi of the Korea Institute of…
Beta Brain Waves: A Novel Brain Signature for Depression
Summary: A new study identifies beta frequency neural activity in the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) as crucial for recognizing rewards and shaping behavior. This neural signature is altered in patients…
Adolescent Boys Show Aggression When Masculinity is Threatened
Summary: A new study reveals that adolescent boys respond aggressively to perceived threats to their masculinity, particularly in environments with rigid gender norms. Researchers found that boys whose motivation to…
