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Dr Tomonori Kaifu | Battling Bone Diseases: The Intriguing Roles of the Dendritic Cell Immunoreceptor
Unravelling the complex communication pathways between cells is vital to identifying new therapeutic targets for certain bone diseases. Dr Tomonori Kaifu is based at the Tohoku Medical and Pharmaceutical University in...
Improving Joint Replacement Materials
Hip and knee replacements are key for the health and well-being of many people. Unfortunately, the materials used in these procedures are known to wear and corrode once placed within the human body. Dr Stefano Mischler and his team from École Polytechnique...
Dr Wallace Pickworth | Manipulating pH in Smokeless Tobacco: Unlocking the Chemistry of Addiction
Tobacco addiction remains a significant public health challenge, with millions of people using smokeless tobacco (SLT) products worldwide. Dr Wallace Pickworth from Battelle Life Sciences Research is investigating how the chemical properties of these products...
Dr P Jacob Bueno de Mesquita | Germicidal Ultraviolet (GUV): A Powerful Tool for Improving Indoor Air Quality and Reducing Disease Transmission
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the critical importance of indoor air quality for public health. Dr P Jacob Bueno de Mesquita from Roger Williams University is part of a growing community of scientists dedicated to studying and implementing germicidal...
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Dr Festus O Amadu | The Forests of Liberia: A Pathway to Poverty Alleviation and Food Security
In Liberia, half of the population lives within 2.5 kms of a forest. Many households rely on these delicate ecosystems to support themselves. A recent study by Dr Festus O Amadu at Florida Gulf Coast University and Dr Daniel Miller at the University of Notre Dame sees sustainable forest management as a positive force in improving livelihoods and environmental outcomes in Liberia. The authors have produced a landmark national analysis of how participation in the ‘forest sector’ impacts Liberian households – providing policymakers with the evidence they need to prioritise development programmes.
Dr Siddharth Narayan | Wetlands Versus Coastal Development: Effects on Flood Damage
Hurricane storm surges pose serious damage risks to the United States’ coastlines. Tidal wetlands protect communities by acting as barriers, reducing the effects of these surges. However, simultaneous coastal development and wetland loss can lead to increased...
Dr Allison E Goodwell – Professor Praveen Kumar | Complex Connections: How Information Flow Networks Can Quantify Ecohydrological Interactions
Ecohydrological systems comprised of soil, water and vegetation are intricately connected, and changes in one component can trigger feedback mechanisms throughout the network. Understanding how these complex interactions occur and propagate is challenging. To...
Dr Marta Berrocal-Lobo | Unlocking the Potential of Essential Oils: Illuminating Epigenetic Effects on Plant Defense Mechanisms
Essential oils (EO) are potent in enhancing plant stress responses and mitigating seed-borne diseases, particularly in high-value crops such as tomatoes. While their direct impacts are recognised, the indirect influences on plant growth, metabolism, and immune...
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Open access vs Public access the case for democratic outreach in academic communication
While the move towards open access and its benefit to the wider scientific community is laudable, it comes at a cost—a cost, like most publishing costs in academia, that is ultimately funded by the general public. In 2023, approximately 45% of academic papers were published as open access. This figure represents a continuation of the growth trend seen in open access publishing over the past decade. This figure is based on all OA models: fully open access (gold), green (self-archived), bronze (free to read without a clear license), and hybrid models. Approximately $2.25 billion of public funds were spent to make those academic papers open access.
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Completing Quantum Mechanics: Hadronic Mechanics and its Potential for Clean Energy
Understanding how the building blocks of the world around us – such as protons and neutrons – can interact and synthesise various products can help us approach challenges such as clean energy. Sir Professor Ruggero Maria Santilli from The Institute for Basic Research considers how theories of quantum mechanics can be developed through his work on hadronic mechanics. By representing protons and neutrons as extended, Sir Santilli suggests how this could better account for processes in nuclear physics and a new outlook on clean nuclear energy via fusion.
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Dr P Jacob Bueno de Mesquita | Germicidal Ultraviolet (GUV): A Powerful Tool for Improving Indoor Air Quality and Reducing Disease Transmission
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the critical importance of indoor air quality for public health. Dr P Jacob Bueno de Mesquita from Roger Williams University is part of a growing community of scientists dedicated to studying and implementing germicidal ultraviolet (GUV) technology to reduce the transmission of airborne pathogens. This work has the potential to dramatically improve air quality in indoor spaces and mitigate the spread of respiratory infections like COVID-19, influenza, RSV, common colds, and tuberculosis.
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Dr Festus O Amadu | The Forests of Liberia: A Pathway to Poverty Alleviation and Food Security
In Liberia, half of the population lives within 2.5 kms of a forest. Many households rely on these delicate ecosystems to support themselves. A recent study by Dr Festus O Amadu at Florida Gulf Coast University and Dr Daniel Miller at the University of Notre Dame sees sustainable forest management as a positive force in improving livelihoods and environmental outcomes in Liberia. The authors have produced a landmark national analysis of how participation in the ‘forest sector’ impacts Liberian households – providing policymakers with the evidence they need to prioritise development programmes.
Life Sciences & Biology Latest
Professor Sung-Hou Kim | New Insights into Ethnic and Genomic Diversity
Does our ethnic diversity translate to genomic diversity? New findings suggest that it might not and point instead to considerable genomic similarities across multiple ethnicities. Professor Sung-Hou Kim at the University of California, Berkeley, and his colleagues classified 164 ethnic groups into 14 genomic clusters spread across various geographical regions. Their findings reveal important new insights into our shared human genetic heritage.
Dawn Dunbar | Harnessing Machine Learning to Enhance Diagnosis of Feline Infectious Peritonitis
Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) is a severe and often fatal viral disease of cats which poses significant diagnostic challenges for veterinarians. Dawn Dunbar from the University of Glasgow is leading a research study with the goal of applying machine...
Professor Irene Díaz-Moreno – Professor Miguel A. De la Rosa | The Diverse Interactome of Cytochrome c: Beyond Respiration
All living things are comprised of cells, and to function, most of them use oxygen to break down food molecules to obtain chemical energy, a process known as cell respiration. Critical to this is the macromolecule cytochrome c, but this redox haemoprotein also...
Dr Wolfgang Quapp – Professor Josep Maria Bofill | Shaping Reactions: The Exciting World of Mechanochemistry and Molecular Interactions
Dr Wolfgang Quapp and Professor Dr Josep Maria Bofill from the University of Leipzig and Universitat de Barcelona, respectively, are leading voices in the newly emerged sector of mechanochemistry. Their fascinating work reveals how external forces can manipulate...
Professor Andrew Adey | High-Throughput Analysis of DNA Methylation at the Single-Cell Level
DNA methylation is a key epigenetic process. Conventional methods for analysing methylation have been cumbersome or technically unfeasible. Professor Andrew Adey at Oregon Health and Sciences University is developing high-throughput workflows that analyse the...
Professor Alan Templeton | When Fire Sparks Ecological Opportunity and Habitat Restoration
How far would you be willing to go to save an endangered species? Would you consider burning part of a forest as a solution? As unconventional as it may sound, conservationists sometimes resort to such measures to restore lost habitats. One remarkable example is...
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Professor Gregory D Foley | Empowering Citizens: The Importance of Quantitative Reasoning in Higher Education
Despite a growing emphasis on Quantitative Reasoning in education, particularly as universities develop courses that move beyond traditional math, its role in fostering critical citizenship remains underexplored. Professor Gregory D Foley’s research studies the perspectives of instructors on teaching Quantitative Reasoning at university and examines how these courses can promote critical citizenship. By evaluating practical teaching approaches, the study highlights the evolving role of quantitative reasoning in preparing students for thoughtful civic participation.
Dr Sonia Underwood | Bridging the Gap in Chemistry Education: The Role of Three-Dimensional Learning
Understanding complex concepts in chemistry can be challenging for students, especially in large classes where individualised attention is limited. Traditional multiple-choice questions often focus on rote memorisation rather than deep understanding. Dr Sonia...
Dr Aimie Brennan | Challenging the Changing Landscape of Initial Teacher Education
Initial teacher education in Ireland was reconceptualised in 2011 to embody a more practical, solution-based ethos in place of the traditional emphasis on foundational subjects such as sociology. Dr Aimie Brennan of the Marino Institute of Education and Dr...
Michael Y Schakelaar | Hybrid PhDs: Integrating Biomedical and Educational Research
Biomedical science-based PhDs are often research-focused, designed to hone a candidate’s expertise in a specific field. However, subsequent careers in university settings frequently entail substantial teaching responsibilities, with PhD graduates unprepared for...
Dr Alexandra Babino | Bilingual Education: Nurturing Language Skills and Cultural Identity in Latino Students
Bilingual education programmes aim to help students develop proficiency in multiple languages while learning grade-level content. However, the reality is often more complex, especially for Latino students navigating between Spanish and English in the USA. Dr...
Dr Jo Boaler | Transforming Mathematics Education Through Mindset-Based Teaching
Mathematics education in the United States has long struggled with issues of underachievement and inequity. Despite decades of reform efforts, many students continue to struggle with math, developing negative attitudes and beliefs about their own mathematical...
Psychology & Neuroscience Latest
Dr Dagmar Zeithamova | How Our Brains Create Categories: A Look Inside the Mind
Our brains have an incredible ability to organise information into meaningful categories, allowing us to make sense of the world around us. However, this categorisation process can also bias how we perceive and remember this world. Dr Dagmar Zeithamova and her team at the University of Oregon are uncovering how our brains form category-biased representations, even when we’re focused on learning about individual examples. Their work sheds new light on the neural mechanisms underlying concept formation and how categories shape our perceptions.
Leadership – How Does Successful Leadership Work in Times of Change?
Article written by Dr Barbara Nuetzel Challenges for Leaders in Today’s World The digital revolution has changed our world – ‘VUCA’ – the conditions which now shape the lives of many people worldwide. VUCA stands for volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and...
Professor Marco Cavaglià | Unlocking the Brain’s Hidden Code: The Lipid-Centred Theory of Brain Functioning
For decades, scientists have explored how the brain processes information, stores memories, and generates thoughts. Traditional theories focus on the electrical and chemical signals exchanged between neurons. However, a new and innovative approach is emerging,...
Dr Leon Lack | Unlocking Circadian Mysteries in Sleep Disorders
Sleep disorders can significantly disrupt daily life, but their underlying causes are not always clear. Dr Leon Lack from Flinders University has spent decades studying these disorders and how to treat them. By shedding light on the role of circadian rhythms in...
Dr William Howe | Bridging the Communication Gap: Helping Veterans Reintegrate into Civilian Life
For many military veterans, transitioning back to civilian life can be a challenging and often isolating experience. The stark differences between military and civilian communication styles can lead to misunderstandings, frustration, and even relationship...
Dr David Rail – Mr Andrew Selby | Re-evaluating the Structure of Consciousness through the Symintentry Hypothesis
Consciousness has long been one of the most elusive subjects in science and philosophy. Although it is a fundamental aspect of human experience, it remains one of the most challenging to understand and define. Central to this model is the concept of...
Business, Economics & Finance Latest
Christopher Gilbert | A Thorough Inquiry into Copper Super-Cycles
Understanding super-cycles is crucial for stakeholders such as investors, policymakers, and industry leaders as it offers insights into long-term trends and dynamics in commodity prices. Christopher Gilbert plays a pivotal role in providing stakeholders with the foresight needed to navigate fluctuations in metal prices and volatile markets confidently.
Dr Britta Holzberg | Stitching Together a Fairer Future: Insights from the Global Garment Industry
The global garment industry spans continents, cultures, and livelihoods. Ensuring decent work for the millions employed in its factories is an urgent concern. Dr Britta Holzberg has worked to unravel this intricate web through in-depth case studies in Egypt and...
Stephen O’Byrne | Why Academic Research Has Done Little to Solve the Problems of Executive Pay
Competitive target pay is a basic principle of modern executive pay, embraced by corporate directors, compensation consultants and proxy advisors. Providing a high percent of pay in stock (or other incentive pay) is a second basic principle of modern executive...
Dr Michal Franta – Dr Jan Libich | Distribution Tails, Recession Risks and Macroeconomic Policies
Article written by Dr Michal Franta of the Czech National Bank and Dr Jan Libich of La Trobe University/VSB-TUO. The Global Financial Crisis of 2007–2009 ignited significant reconsideration of financial and economic policies, spurring extensive research efforts...
Professor Karen Hogan | Uncovering the Financial Fallout of Cyber-Attacks
In our increasingly digital world, cyber-attacks pose a significant threat to corporations with their potential to disrupt operations, damage reputations, and ultimately impact shareholder value. Because these attacks are getting more sophisticated, companies...
Dr Simone Farinelli – Dr Hideyuki Takada | Geometric Arbitrage Theory: A New Conceptual Structure in Financial Mathematics
Stochastic finance modelling allows researchers to describe, analyse, and predict the highly variable behaviour of markets. Dr Simone Farinelli (Core Dynamics GmbH, Switzerland) and Dr Hideyuki Takada (Toho University, Japan) are experts in mathematical finance...
Scientia Issue #150 | Big Ideas for a Better World
This riveting issue of Scientia showcases some of the biggest new ideas across science, research, and technology. While we face many challenges, from climate change to cancer, epidemics to economic instability, progress and innovation open exciting windows of opportunity. We are thrilled to showcase the researchers who are ‘thinking big’ and working to make positive changes in our world.
Across Engineering & Computer Science, Earth & Environmental Sciences, Health & Medicine, Physical Sciences & Mathematics, Business, Economics & Finance, Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, and Psychology & Neuroscience, we read how thinking big is benefiting people and the planet. Our feature Spotlight on SciComm Corner highlights recent and interesting posts from Scientia’s webpages. In this issue, Luke Tyler provides an insightful, compelling argument in support of open access publication.
Scientia Issue #149 | Scientific Strategies for People and Planet
Scientific Strategies for People and Planet This latest issue of Scientia showcases the researchers making innovative advances in improving the health and well-being of people across the globe, as well as those dedicated to ensuring...
Scientia Issue #148 | New Horizons in Research and Discovery
New Horizons in Research and Discovery In this latest issue of Scientia, we showcase some of the most exciting recent advances in research and discovery. Disease, poverty, war, inequality, and climate change are just some of the...
Scientia Issue #147 | Driving Positive Change Through Research and Innovation
DRIVING POSITIVE CHANGE THROUGH RESEARCH AND INNOVATION This inspiring issue celebrates the work of researchers who are driving positive change for the future across diverse disciplines. The Earth and Environment section...
Scientia Issue #146 | Pushing Boundaries in Science and Research
PUSHING BOUNDARIES IN SCIENCE AND RESEARCH This riveting issue of Scientia showcases recent advances across excitingly diverse fields of study, spanning agriculture, linguistics, physics, healthcare, economics, and much more....
Scientia Issue #145 | Discovery, Research and Innovation in Tackling Global Challenges
DISCOVERY, RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN TACKLING GLOBAL CHALLENGES Our latest issue of Scientia continues our mission to connect science and society. Climate change, diseases that remain without a cure, social injustice and...
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