Category: Research
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UGA researchers develop alternative to alcohol-based hand sanitizers
The new sanitizing gel provides longer protection against bacteria and fungi.
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Curbing the CNA workforce shortage
CNAs leave the workforce because of a lack of resources and advancement opportunities.
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Strained relationships may make foster parents quit
A couple’s relationship quality may mean the difference between continuing to foster children or not.
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Out of this world research: UGA analyzes and names new meteorite
The McDonough Meteorite crashed in Atlanta in June. Now UGA researchers are determining what group…
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Lake sturgeon thriving in Coosa River
An ancient fish is making a comeback in Georgia’s Coosa River.
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Unstable surroundings have lasting effects on youth well-being
Unpredictability during childhood can lead to mental and physical problems later in life.
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Both humans, nature change where lions and hyenas move
Lions and hyenas are a familiar sight to tourists visiting Africa, with many looking forward…
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Only 10% of early childhood teachers have enough time to get their work done
Teachers report working in the evenings and over weekends due to shortage of planning time.
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Mosquitos are more than a nuisance
Mosquitoes pose many risks including West Nile virus.
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UGA tops AUTM rankings for 3rd consecutive year
The record 69 new products include virtual reality tools and new plant varieties.
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‘Toothless’ compulsory voting can increase voter turnout
New study highlights the surprising power of unenforced laws to boost democratic participation
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Staying physically active may slow cognitive decline
Staying physically active can prevent cognitive decline.
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UGA researchers develop first test of cure for Chagas disease
New test protocol can detect low levels of Trypanosoma cruzi, the parasite that causes Chagas.
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How the world is preparing the workforce for AI
A new study finds not all countries are focused on preparing for the AI revolution.
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New vaccine works against multiple fungal infections
The vaccine proves effective against yeast infections, paving the way for clinical trials.
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Improving the well-being of health care workers
Helping certified nursing assistants advance their careers could fight burnout, high turnover.
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Doshi to lead UGA’s Institute for Artificial Intelligence
School of Computing professor will advance interdisciplinary AI work.
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New study shows alligators aren’t all that’s lurking in Georgia’s swamps
Alligator research uncovers increased levels of mercury in the state’s swamps.
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Lack of sleep disrupts key brain functions in adolescents
More sleep could protect children’s mental health.
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Protecting a critically endangered amphibian
Grad student conducts research to understand — and protect — the Tapir Valley tree frog.
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Are Asian needle ants your backyard’s next invasive threat?
The small but venomous needle ant’s sting can lead to anaphylactic shock.
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Could poverty trigger the next pandemic?
Socioeconomic factors like poor access to health care are driving disease outbreaks.
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Some bosses benefit from belittling employees
Supervisors who yell to boost employee performance don’t feel bad about it.
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VR could help train employees working with robots
Virtual reality provides an immersive digital environment to practice complex tasks.
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