All articles tagged with #research project
A lion named Blondie, part of an Oxford University research project and wearing a collar, was legally killed by a trophy hunter in Zimbabwe, sparking outrage similar to the Cecil case. The hunt was permitted and controversial, highlighting the divisive nature of trophy hunting in Africa, which generates significant revenue but raises ethical concerns about wildlife conservation.
Researchers at Colorado State University have proposed a new approach to detect and understand dark matter using the upcoming Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) detectors, which are set to become operational in 2028. The study focuses on identifying unique signals produced when dark matter interacts with atomic nuclei, aiming to shed light on the elusive nature of dark matter, which constitutes a significant portion of the universe's mass and energy. The DUNE project, involving over 1,400 scientists and engineers from 36 countries, also aims to unlock mysteries related to neutrinos and advance our understanding of fundamental cosmic phenomena.
Yale University has issued a formal apology for its historical ties to slavery after a four-year research project revealed the institution's connections to the slave trade. The university has acknowledged the labor, experiences, and contributions of enslaved people to its history and has vowed to expand research partnerships with historically black colleges and universities. The project's findings also revealed that prominent members of the Yale community opposed the establishment of America's first Black college in 1831. The university plans to create new programs to fund the training of public schoolteachers in its home city, New Haven, and make a significant new investment in historically black colleges and universities.
Ipswich Hospital is participating in the LungIMPACT research study, using AI software to assist in detecting abnormalities on chest X-rays, with the aim of expediting diagnostic processes. The study, running until July 2024, will involve reviewing 9,000 GP-referred chest X-rays to assess the effectiveness of AI in prioritizing X-rays for review and potentially speeding up the time to diagnosis. Consultant radiologist Dr. James Hathorn emphasized the importance of properly researching and evidencing AI products for the future of healthcare, with final decisions remaining in the hands of clinicians.
Archaeologists are creating the first-ever archaeological record of life aboard the International Space Station (ISS) through a research project called Sampling Quadrangle Assemblages Research Experiment (SQuARE). The project involves analyzing hundreds of photos taken by astronauts throughout the living and work spaces of the ISS, which show everything from anti-gravity hacks to food treats enjoyed by astronauts. The images are useful for social science researchers who want to know how people use the limited tools and material comforts available to them in space. The project aims to learn about the social consequences of a small isolated society so separated from Earth and what kinds of human behavior exist when gravity is stripped away.