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Communications aimed at shifting organizational culture can overcome gender differences in career paths

To attract and maintain a diverse, qualified academic workforce, institutions of higher education should have - and promote - policies to help balance career and family life, according to an article published by UC Davis researchers in the June 2013 issue of Academic Medicine.

6 Jun 2013

New approach to beef trade could positively transform livelihoods for farmers, reduce threat to wildlife movements

A new study by the Wildlife Conservation Society's Animal & Human Health for the Environment And Development (AHEAD) Program, World Wildlife Fund (WWF), and regional partners finds that a new approach to beef production in southern Africa could positively transform livelihoods for farmers and pastoralists, while helping to secure a future for wildlife and wildlife-based tourism opportunities.

3 Jun 2013

A national summit to boost education and employment outcomes for Americans with disabilities

Elaine Katz, MS, CCC-SLP, of Kessler Foundation will speak at "Building a More Inclusive Workforce: A National Summit to Boost Education and Employment Outcomes for Americans with Disabilities."

3 Jun 2013

Study shows only few junior athletes have seen success as senior athletes

An Indiana University study that compared the performance of elite track and field athletes younger than 20 and those 20 and older found that only a minority of the star junior athletes saw similar success as senior athletes.

3 Jun 2013

Routledge Journals publishes special issue, “IASWG Standards for Social Work Practice with Groups”

Routledge Journals announces the publication of a special double- issue from Social Work with Groups. Volume 36, Issue 2-3, 2013 - Special Issue: IASWG Standards for Social Work with Groups: Research, Teaching and Practice.

3 Jun 2013

Report: 93% of homicides of law enforcement officers between 1996 and 2010 were committed with firearms

While occupational homicides continue to decline in the U.S., law enforcement remains one of the deadliest jobs in America.

3 Jun 2013

Spicing up fingerprints

It is most commonly used to spice up Indian cuisine, but scientists at Sheffield Hallam University have discovered turmeric could be used to help solve crimes.

From Sheffield Hallam University 3 Jun 2013

Experts from ProfNet are available to discuss hurricane preparedness and response

With hurricane season on its way, here are experts from the ProfNet network that are available to discuss hurricane preparedness and response for consumers and businesses. If you are interested in interviewing any of the experts, please contact them via the contact information at the end of the listing.

1 Jun 2013

Study uncovers important strategy for increasing performance

What truly inspires individuals to perform at their very best? When it comes to motivating others and ourselves, it turns out offering rewards in defined categories, even when they are largely meaningless, can heighten motivation.

30 May 2013

Wiley publishes new book on meat consumption

Meat eating is often a contentious subject, whether considering the technical, ethical, environmental, political, or health-related aspects of production and consumption.

24 May 2013

Tomatoes made more tasty and longer-lasting with purple GM varieties

Tomatoes, said to be the world's most popular fruit, can be made both better-tasting and longer-lasting thanks to UK research with purple GM varieties.

24 May 2013

Mercury conference in Edinburgh to confront contentious topics

One of the panel sessions at the ‘Mercury 2013’ International Conference in Edinburgh (28th July – 2nd Aug) “will be highly contentious and should result in a heated debate,” says Prof. K. Clive Thompson who will be chairing the session with Eric Uram from SafeMinds.

24 May 2013

Study finds gender gap when it comes to behavior, self-control in American young children

A new study shows there is a gender gap when it comes to behavior and self-control in American young children - one that does not appear to exist in children in Asia.

24 May 2013

Alcohol advertising pre-disposes young people to have favorable attitudes toward drinking

In order to avoid exposing vulnerable groups such as children and young adults to alcohol advertising, industry groups have developed their own self-regulation guidelines. However, these guidelines have been criticized for possible conflict of interest, lack of objectivity, and unresponsiveness to complaints about violations.

18 May 2013

Wheat Initiative: 60% increase in wheat production needed by 2050

By 2050, a 60% increase in wheat production will be needed to meet the demand of a growing population. The Wheat Initiative, an international consortium gathering public institutions and private companies, was created as part of the 2011 action plan of the G20 Agricultural Ministries to coordinate global wheat research and participate to global food security.

18 May 2013

European weather harder to predict, says new study

Weather forecasters have a tougher job predicting winter conditions over Europe in some years over others, concludes a new study carried out by the National Oceanography Centre.

17 May 2013

Humans: The primary cause of global climate change

Do most scientists agree that human activity is causing global climate change? Yes, they do, according to an extensive analysis of the abstracts or summaries of scientific papers published over the past 20 years, even though public perception tends to be that climate scientists disagree over the fundamental cause of climate change.

17 May 2013

Scientists develop eco-friendly flame retardants with dual effects

Amid concerns over the potential health effects of existing flame retardants for home furniture, fabrics and other material, scientists are reporting development of an "exceptionally" effective new retardant that appears safer and more environmentally friendly.

16 May 2013

Consumers experiencing relationship problems prefer aesthetic experiences

Consumers experiencing relationship problems are more likely to prefer aesthetic experiences that reflect their negative mood, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research.

15 May 2013

New book explores resistance against harsh policing of sexuality in some Muslim societies

With the Arab Spring came massive social upheaval. As citizens continue to rise up and autocratic regimes fall, challenges to women's rights cross borders unimpeded. From community-based oppression to state-sanctioned legal battles, women rights are being challenged at multiple levels.

10 May 2013

Miscellaneous News

Communications aimed at shifting organizational culture can overcome gender differences in career paths

New approach to beef trade could positively transform livelihoods for farmers, reduce threat to wildlife movements

A national summit to boost education and employment outcomes for Americans with disabilities

Study shows only few junior athletes have seen success as senior athletes

Routledge Journals publishes special issue, “IASWG Standards for Social Work Practice with Groups”

Report: 93% of homicides of law enforcement officers between 1996 and 2010 were committed with firearms

Spicing up fingerprints

Experts from ProfNet are available to discuss hurricane preparedness and response

Study uncovers important strategy for increasing performance

Wiley publishes new book on meat consumption

Tomatoes made more tasty and longer-lasting with purple GM varieties

Mercury conference in Edinburgh to confront contentious topics

Study finds gender gap when it comes to behavior, self-control in American young children

Alcohol advertising pre-disposes young people to have favorable attitudes toward drinking

Wheat Initiative: 60% increase in wheat production needed by 2050

European weather harder to predict, says new study

Humans: The primary cause of global climate change

Scientists develop eco-friendly flame retardants with dual effects

Consumers experiencing relationship problems prefer aesthetic experiences

New book explores resistance against harsh policing of sexuality in some Muslim societies

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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