Abstract Higher education institutions (HEIs), based on learning, innovation, and research, can support the progress of civil society. Many HEIs are implementing sustainability practices and projects to counteract climate change, often involving youth participation. The present study aimed at identifying how sustainable communities may be fostered in a university setting. To that end, a questionnaire…

Abstract The rapid evolution of wireless communication systems toward 6G demands efficient antennas with the features of adaptability and versatility. Liquid antennas have gained significant research interest due to their unique features in realizing small, flexible, transparent, and reconfigurable antennas for promising applications in future wireless systems. In this paper, in order to find a…

Abstract The purpose of this study was to evaluate how various parameters are related to microvasculature dropout (MvD) area measured using optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA). We measured the area of MvD in 55 patients with primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG). Using OCTA, MvD area and peripapillary choroidal atrophy (PPA) area were assessed in a 4.5 mm × 4.5 mm…

Abstract The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced in January 2023 a potential connection between administration of the Pfizer novel coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) bivalent vaccine booster and ischemic stroke (IS). A retrospective cohort study was conducted to compare the hazard of IS in patients aged 65 years and over administered the Pfizer bivalent booster…

Valentin Russeil was studying in Paris in 2018 when protests against the rising cost of living and 24% unemployment broke out on the island of Réunion. The island is an overseas department of France, located east of Madagascar. Russeil, who is from Réunion, followed the news closely and spoke to his family back home every…

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Wind Wolves Preserve’s family friendly “Wild Kidz” event will be returning Saturday, Dec. 2 and Sunday, Dec. 3 to the preserve with educational booths and reptile presentations happening throughout each day, according to organizers. Attendees can expect to learn about science, nature and even meet live snakes at the Crossing…

UNSW Academics who will be on the ground at COP28  Professor Ben Newell – Director of the UNSW Institute for Climate Risk and Response – will be attending events and speaking at IUCA events in the second week of COP28, including within the Australia Pavilion on 11 Dec. Professor Newell is also available to discuss…

Is there a cure for cancer? Since Hippocrates (460–370 BC) gave the disease a name in ancient times, humanity has searched for an answer to this deadly medical dilemma. However, centuries of research, technological advances, and medicinal innovations have not yielded a foolproof remedy. The quest to discover history’s most elusive antidote, at this point,…

Help shape the future of your museum of nature! Tell us what you think about the museum, our programs, exhibitions, and scientific research. Your Voice Matters Your answers will inspire our new strategic plan, which will guide the museum for the next 5 years. The survey may take up to 15 minutes. Alternate survey formats…

The Faculty of Science at Carleton University is making strides in providing unique experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate students. Nader St-Amant, a third-year student in BSc Biology, recently shared his transformative experience as the recipient of the 2023 Laura Thomas Summer Research Internship award, shedding light on the importance of hands-on research and the significant…