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green illuminated spots and dots on black background
Science & Technology
June 12, 2014 | 07:24 pm

Protein anchors help keep embryonic development “just right”

Findings on the cellular-level regulation of proteins called histones by lipid droplets, or “fat depots,” shines light on chromosome production – and possible manipulation of that process.

topics: Department of Biology, Michael Welte, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
pink star-shaped compounds
Science & Technology
June 6, 2014 | 08:15 pm

Better tissue healing with disappearing hydrogels

When stem cells are used to regenerate bone tissue, many wind up migrating away from the repair site, which disrupts the healing process. A new technique keeps the stem cells in place, resulting in faster and better tissue regeneration.

topics: Danielle Benoit, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Materials Science Program, research finding,
An example of a collimated jet in space
Science & Technology
April 30, 2014 | 02:52 pm

Experiment on earth demonstrates effect observed in space

Streaming jets of high-speed matter produce some of the most stunning objects seen in space. an experiment by French and American researchers using extremely high-powered lasers offers experimental verification of one proposed mechanism for creating them.

topics: Department of Physics and Astronomy, Eric Blackman, high-energy-density physics, planets, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences, space,
Alexander Shestopalov
Science & Technology
April 21, 2014 | 08:31 pm

Progress made in developing nanoscale electronics

How can you reliably control the current that flows from one electrode to another in a circuit that is the width of a single molecule? The key, according to assistant professor of chemical engineering Alexander Shestopalov, is adding a second, inert layer of molecules.

topics: Department of Chemical Engineering, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, nanotechnology, OLED, research finding, URnano,
mountains
Science & Technology
April 21, 2014 | 07:44 pm

Andes mountains formed by ‘growth spurts’

Scientists have long been trying to understand how the Andes and other broad, high-elevation mountain ranges were formed. New research by Carmala Garzione, professor of earth and environmental sciences, provides an explanation.

topics: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
stressed guy playing video game
Society & Culture
April 7, 2014 | 04:20 pm

Video gamers’ aggression linked to frustration, not violent content

The disturbing imagery of videos games are often accused of fostering feelings of aggression in players. But a new study shows hostile behavior is linked to gamers’ experiences of failure and frustration during play—not to a game’s violent content.

topics: research finding, video games, violence,
Science & Technology
March 5, 2014 | 05:27 pm

First 3-D image of structure below Sierra Negra volcano created

Home to some of the most active volcanoes in the world, researchers now have a better picture of the subterranean plumbing system that feeds the Galápagos volcanoes.

topics: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
judge with a gavel
Society & Culture
February 28, 2014 | 05:05 pm

Women, minority judicial nominees receive lower ratings

A new study suggests that the American Bar Association ‘s sometimes-controversial ratings systematically award lower ratings to minorities and women than to white or male candidates.

topics: Department of Political Science, gender, government, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
Hubble telescope image of the rotten egg nebula
Science & Technology
February 12, 2014 | 03:47 pm

How stellar death can lead to twin celestial jets

How do spherical stars evolve to produce highly aspherical planetary nebulae? A Rochester professor and his undergraduate student have a new theory as to why.

topics: Department of Physics and Astronomy, Eric Blackman, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
trying to catch a dollar bill
Society & Culture
February 7, 2014 | 10:13 pm

Sorry, cities: No strength in numbers

Urban legislators have long lamented that they do not get their fair share of bills passed in state governments, often blaming rural and suburban interests for blocking their efforts. Now a new study confirms one of those suspicions but surprisingly refutes the other.

topics: Department of Political Science, economy, Gerald Gamm, politics, research finding,