To invest tax dollars where they will have the greatest impact, government agencies need to gather data that covers the actual return on investment, according to Dennis Scanlon, distinguished professor of health policy and administration at Penn State. 

Sitting around a campfire can be a beloved part of time with family and friends. But for families with young children, it's important to be aware of the risk of burns and know how to prevent and respond to such injuries.

The Oregon Connectivity Assessment and Mapping Project (OCAMP) was a multi-year collaboration aimed at mapping wild species' habitats and travel corridors across the state. 

Researchers at The University of Texas at Arlington have discovered a surprising new type of magnetic property that could lead to stronger magnets made from tiny particles of common iron oxide. This breakthrough could enhance the performance of everyday technologies while reducing on the need for rare-earth metals—materials that are more costly, less sustainable and harder to obtain.

The Pediatric Neuroscience Institute at Children’s Hospital Colorado (Children’s Colorado) is experiencing significant growth both clinically and academically, driven by generous philanthropists a rapid increase in faculty recruitment, patient access programs and national recognition.

In this Q&A, University of British Columbia psychologist Dr. Toni Schamder discusses her new paper which shows that people who believe men and women are naturally interested in different things—like people vs. tech—are more likely to give women fewer chances to explore technical roles. These beliefs shape real decisions about who gets what kind of opportunity. The research also shows that women presented primarily with people-facing opportunities claim to be more interested those types of roles. This suggests a self-fulfilling prophecy in which beliefs shape opportunities, and opportunities shape beliefs.