Research conducted by Columbia University’s Earth Institute Columbia University points to the conclusion that the damage from Hurricane Maria was not only different from, but worse than any other previously documented storm. More specifically, they […]
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Syracuse physicists study matter and antimatter decay
Research by physicists at Syracuse University has confirmed that matter and antimatter decay differently for elementary particles containing charmed quarks. This marks the first time that matter and antimatter asymmetry has been confirmed, although many […]
Read morePrinceton botanists study striped maple trees
Researchers at Princeton University recently found that striped maple trees can switch from male to female or female to male from year to year. A tree may be male one year and female the next, […]
Read morePECASE recipients include members of NYSERNet-connected institutions
President Donald J. Trump has announced the 314 recipients of the Presidential Early CareerAward for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). PECASE is the highest honor bestowed by the United States government on outstanding scientists and engineers […]
Read moreStephen Kankus appointed NYSERNet President
Syracuse, NY (July 8, 2019) – Stephen Kankus has been named president of NYSERNet.org, Inc., a nonprofit organization serving the data and networking technology needs of colleges, museums, healthcare facilities, primary and secondary schools and […]
Read moreColumbia engineers work to prolong battery life
As we become more reliant on electronic devices, prolonged battery life combined with safe operation becomes even more essential. A Columbia University engineering team set out to find a way to safely extend battery life […]
Read moreUniversity at Albany research links adult opioid use and suicide risk
A team of researchers at the University at Albany utilized regression analyses to examine the relationship between non-prescription opioid use and suicidal thoughts. By separating according to age group, they were able to determine that […]
Read moreRPI studies conditions that co-occur with autism
Children with autism are commonly affected simultaneously with co-conditions such as epilepsy, immune disorders, gastrointestinal problems, and developmental delays. According to researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, a classification system for autism based on co-occurring conditions […]
Read moreUniversity of Delaware joins R&E network
We are pleased to announce that the University of Delaware is now a member of NYSERNet’s R&E network. As a major research university, UD provides opportunities for discovery-based learning in the laboratory and in the […]
Read moreNYU business school explains limits of Bitcoin
When Bitcoin was first introduced, it was envisioned as a widespread global digital currency. However, it has not been widely adopted, and a new NYU Stern School of Business study explains the aspects of Bitcoin […]
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