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Released: 6-Sep-2024 1:05 PM EDT
Department of Energy Announces $68 Million in Funding for Artificial Intelligence for Scientific Research
Department of Energy, Office of Science

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in scientific research is a top priority at the Department of Energy (DOE), which today announced $68 million in funding for 11 multi-institution projects, comprising 43 awards.

Newswise: Molecular Simulations, Supercomputing Lead to Energy-Saving Biomaterials Breakthrough
Released: 6-Sep-2024 1:05 PM EDT
Molecular Simulations, Supercomputing Lead to Energy-Saving Biomaterials Breakthrough
Oak Ridge National Laboratory

A team led by scientists at ORNL identified and demonstrated a method to process a plant-based material called nanocellulose that reduced energy needs by a whopping 21%, using simulations on the lab’s supercomputers and follow-on analysis.

Newswise: Global Experts Converge at CICON24 to Unveil Groundbreaking Advances in Cancer Immunotherapy, September 8-11, 2024 at National Harbor, MD
Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:20 PM EDT
Global Experts Converge at CICON24 to Unveil Groundbreaking Advances in Cancer Immunotherapy, September 8-11, 2024 at National Harbor, MD
Cancer Research Institute

CRI is co-hosting CICON24 to illuminate pioneering advances in cancer immunotherapy research starting September 8 in National Harbor, MD.

Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
New study links ‘forever chemical’ PFOS with colorectal cancer
University of Kentucky

A recent University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center study sheds light on how the environmental pollutant perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) may affect our intestines and possibly increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer.  

Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
DOE, ORNL announce opportunity to define future of High-Performance Computing
Oak Ridge National Laboratory

The Department of Energy’s Office of Science today announced a new research and development opportunity led by Oak Ridge National Laboratory to advance technologies and drive new capabilities for future supercomputers.

Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
Cancer diagnoses still lagging due to COVID-19
University of Kentucky

A new University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center study reveals that cancer diagnosis rates in the U.S. remained below expected levels in 2021, adding to the backlog of undiagnosed cases from 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
Medical Students Explore a Future in Research Through the Summer Oncology Research Fellowship Program
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

For many students, summer break represents an opportunity for relaxation and carefree vacations. But for the medical students taking part in the USC/CHLA Summer Oncology Research Fellowship (SORF) Program, summer means something more

Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: U.S. v Google
George Washington University

Google representatives will report to Alexandria, VA on Monday to face off with the Department of Justice for their second major antitrust trial this year. ...

Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: US, UK, EU and Israel Sign First Legally Binding International Treaty on AI
George Washington University

The treaty ensures these groups must implement safeguards against any threats posed by AI to human rights, democracy and the rule of law. ...

Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: August Jobs Report Shows Labor Market Cooling Amid Interest Rate Concerns
George Washington University

Employers added 142,000 jobs in August, signaling a continued slowdown in the labor market as unemployment ticked down to 4.2 percent. ...

Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: NFL Season Opens, Eagles and Packers Compete Tonight in League’s First-Ever Game in Brazil
George Washington University

Tonight, the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers face off in Sao Paulo, where the league is hosting its first-ever regular season game in Brazil. ...

Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: ABC Presidential Debate Expert List
George Washington University

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to debate this coming Tuesday, September 10. ...

Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: Four Killed in Georgia High School Shooting
George Washington University

A 14-year-old has been charged in the death of two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School in Georgia. Nine others were injured. ...

   
Released: 6-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
ACSM, Exercise Connection Announce New Autism Exercise Specialist Course
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

New continuing education course for exercise and medical professionals serving clients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) promotes the use of exercise to successfully empower the autism and special needs community to build an active lifestyle.

Released: 6-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Ulcers and Damage to Upper Gastrointestinal Tract Linked to Increased Risk of Parkinson’s Disease, Research Demonstrates
Beth Israel Lahey Health

A study led by researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) found the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease was 76 percent higher among those with a history of damage to the lining of their upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract than among those without.

Newswise: Age-Related Changes in Male Fibroblasts Increase Treatment-Resistant Melanoma
4-Sep-2024 10:00 AM EDT
Age-Related Changes in Male Fibroblasts Increase Treatment-Resistant Melanoma
Johns Hopkins Medicine

Age-related changes in the fibroblasts, cells that create the skin’s structure, contribute to the development of aggressive, treatment-resistant melanoma in males, according to research in mice by the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center.

Newswise: UTSW’s Simmons Cancer Center awarded more than $11.5 million in CPRIT funding
Released: 6-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
UTSW’s Simmons Cancer Center awarded more than $11.5 million in CPRIT funding
UT Southwestern Medical Center

Eight scientists and physicians in the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center at UT Southwestern have been awarded more than $11.5 million in grants from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) to support the state’s fight against cancer.

Released: 6-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Antibody targeting CD38 enzyme shows positive impact in treating systemic sclerosis
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

Scleroderma is a chronic autoimmune disease of women.Over time, people living with scleroderma develop progressive and irreversible scarring.Scarring, called fibrosis, effects the lungs, heart and kidneys, leading to poor quality of life, disability and a reduced life expectancy.

Newswise: BGSU takes top honors nationally as public university students would choose again in 2025 Wall Street Journal rankings
Released: 6-Sep-2024 9:55 AM EDT
BGSU takes top honors nationally as public university students would choose again in 2025 Wall Street Journal rankings
Bowling Green State University

The Wall Street Journal recognized BGSU once again as one of the nation's best colleges for its unmatched student experience and commitment to providing an education of value.



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