Category: Research
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New imaging system documents seizures in real time
A UGA study is the first to provide high-resolution 3D video of a seizure event…
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Unsocial kids may be happier than you think
Children who play alone at recess aren’t necessarily lonely.
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Mental health workers may hold negative beliefs about people who misuse opioids
Mental health workers may hold harsher views toward people with opioid addiction.
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Could social media change your travel plans?
Social media posts may be how you choose your next vacay spot.
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UGA scientists need your help to stop an invasive hornet
Early detection of yellow-legged hornets in Georgia is critical to protecting honeybees and agriculture.
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The future is jelly
Could one of Georgia’s marine species could help solve problems beyond the ocean?
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What’s in it for me? People more likely to help the environment when it benefits them
Framing cleanup efforts as a way to meet people or exercise can boost pro-environmental behaviors.
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Does court-ordered community service work?
Court-ordered community doesn’t appear to reduce costs, rehabilitate offenders or provide restitution.
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Gut feelings: How stress may reshape the microbiome and influence brain health
Even minor stressors can leave a measurable “fingerprint” on your gut microbiome, altering its composition.
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There are gaps in food access in Georgia, but not where you’d expect
People experiencing food insecurity may struggle finding resources in higher income areas.
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Investing podcasts are super popular. But do they help people learn the market?
Individual traders benefit from the information provided by experts hosted on podcasts.
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Preparing teachers to support students with asthma
One in 12 children has asthma, making it the most common chronic condition in kids.…
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Hormonal changes during puberty linked to emotional distress in young girls
Testosterone levels may help identify early vulnerability to depression and anxiety symptoms in youth.
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Should a chatbot manage your bank account? Probably not
When it comes to managing your personal finances, you may want to stick with your…
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How social media can get people hooked on science
Using a casual tone and making pop culture references may make people more interested in…
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Your childhood may haunt your relationships
Childhood trauma, like abuse or neglect, may bleed into romantic relationships in adulthood.
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20% of fine particle pollution in southeastern U.S. comes from prescribed burns
More than 20% of the smoke pollution in the southeastern U.S. is from prescribed burns.
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Could marigolds be the next superfood?
Marigolds may be the next big thing in plant-based protein.
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Should you be worried about screwworms?
The flesh-eating insect is back in the U.S. for the first time in decades.
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What causes hydroplaning? And how can you prevent it?
Reduce your speed and replace worn tires to keep wheels on the road and prevent…
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Which GLP-1 medication is most effective for weight loss?
For non-diabetic patients, tirzepatide, or Zepbound, may be the answer.
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Heat could pose threat to World Cup workers
This year’s FIFA World Cup host cities are known for being hot and muggy. That…
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Rattlesnakes face increased risk of deadly infections
A deadly combination of fungal, bacterial and parasitic infections could push certain species of snakes…
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Pay-to-play system prices out young soccer talent
Linking sports to childhood education leads to unequal resource distribution.
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