MIL-OSI USA: NSF announces new awards for Understanding the Rules of Life
Source: US Government research organizations News Release 18-085 NSF announces new awards for Understanding the Rules of Life New projects address genetic, environmental causality in biological systems and processes Kenyan baboons will be at the center of research studying mammalian gut microbiomes. September 21, 2018 The National Science Foundation (NSF) announced 29 awards in support […]
Read More →MIL-OSI USA: What makes a mammal a mammal? Our spine, say scientists
Source: US Government research organizations News Release 18-080 What makes a mammal a mammal? Our spine, say scientists Study of fossil bones leads to new conclusions about spine’s importance Reconstruction of Edaphosaurus, a primitive mammal ancestor; its long spines form a sail on its back September 20, 2018 Mammals are unique in many ways. We’re […]
Read More →MIL-OSI USA: Media invited to NSF for distinguished lecture with Boston Universitys Michael Dietze
Source: US Government research organizations Media Advisory 18-011 Media invited to NSF for distinguished lecture with Boston Universitys Michael Dietze Ecologist to discuss new research challenges, opportunities in forecasting ecological processes Ecologist Michael Dietze September 20, 2018 Is nature predictable? If so, how can we better manage and conserve ecosystems? Near-term ecological forecasting is an […]
Read More →MIL-OSI USA: NSF awards 6 Louis Stokes regional centers of excellence to broaden participation in STEM
Source: US Government research organizations News Release 18-083 NSF awards 6 Louis Stokes regional centers of excellence to broaden participation in STEM Centers aim to increase STEM workforce participation among traditionally underrepresented groups Student poster session at the 2017 Louis Stokes Midwest Regional Center of Excellence. September 19, 2018 The National Science Foundation (NSF) announced […]
Read More →MIL-OSI USA: NSF announces new measures to protect research community from harassment
Source: US Government research organizations News Release 18-082 NSF announces new measures to protect research community from harassment New policy requires awardee institutions to report sexual harassment findings NSF is committed to ensuring the safety and security of the people its awards support. September 19, 2018 The National Science Foundation (NSF) has taken the next […]
Read More →MIL-OSI USA: NSF: Next steps against harassment
Source: US Government research organizations Fact Sheet NSF: Next steps against harassment NSF is committed to ensuring the safety and security of the people its awards support. September 19, 2018 For more information, see NSF’s press release. What NSF is doing: The National Science Foundation (NSF) will release a term and condition requiring awardee organizations […]
Read More →MIL-OSI USA: New NSF funding to build research infrastructure across the country
Source: US Government research organizations News Release 18-081 New NSF funding to build research infrastructure across the country 7 awards continue targeted investment approach from NSFs EPSCoR program Supported research includes a Montana project to predict the impact of water contamination. September 18, 2018 The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded nearly $140 million to […]
Read More →MIL-OSI USA: Introducing the ‘Smart Mirror’
Source: US Government research organizations Lasers play roles in many manufacturing processes, from welding car parts to crafting engine components with 3D printers.* To control these tasks, manufacturers must ensure that their lasers fire at the correct power. But to date, there has been no way to precisely measure laser power during the manufacturing process […]
Read More →MIL-OSI USA: Prize Competition Winners Announced!
Source: US Government research organizations Advancing Methods In Differential Privacy The top three winners of PSCR’s first data challenge, Advancing Methods in Differential Privacy, have been selected. The grand prize of $15,000 was awarded to a team from Georgia Tech. The runner-up team, from Purdue University, won $10,000 while the paper that earned honorable mention–a […]
Read More →MIL-OSI USA: NSF, NIEHS award $30 million for new research on links among oceans, lakes and human health
Source: US Government research organizations News Release 18-078 NSF, NIEHS award $30 million for new research on links among oceans, lakes and human health Awards focus on marine and Great Lakes pathogens, such as toxins in harmful algae blooms A red tide, or harmful algae bloom, is tainting Gulf of Mexico waters off Southwest Florida. […]
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