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UMD geologists uncovered evidence of a section of seafloor that sank into the Earth's mantle when dinosaurs roamed the Earth; it's located off the west coast of South America in a zone known as the East Pacific Rise.

Novel research supported by NCI could lead to more specific predictive disease models

A new University of Kansas study reveals parents seeking health care information for their children trust AI more than health care professionals when the author is unknown, and parents rate AI generated text as credible, moral and trustworthy.

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Researchers at the University of Notre Dame have developed an innovative, ink-based manufacturing method to produce efficient thermoelectric devices at a large scale and low cost.
A new study by researchers at the University at Buffalo School of Social Work suggests that inclusive leadership can reduce high turnover rates among child welfare workers, thereby maintaining uninterrupted services for children and families.
Researchers at the University of Chicago have identified a significant increase in the use of AI tools in scientific writing, particularly in oncology literature.
A University of South Florida study reveals that digital ordering platforms in restaurants influence consumer behavior, leading to more indulgent food choices and increased spending.
Researchers from Johns Hopkins University have conducted high-energy laser experiments to study magnesium oxide under extreme conditions, revealing significant insights into the mineral's behavior, which could influence our understanding of planet formation.