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Good research begins long before papers get written
The Materials Design Analysis Reporting Framework encourages more-detailed disclosures to promote better transparency and reproducibility in research.
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Computer vision inches toward ‘common sense’ with Facebook’s latest research
Facebook's AI research division shows that semi-supervised machine learning is possible with images and videos.
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It’s time to invite more people to join clinical trials
Reevaluating how we determine eligibility criteria in research can lead to more representative and meaningful clinical trials.
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NIH Turns to Cloud-Based App to Facilitate Clinical Research
The NIH is seeking to enhance its mobile app to identify data that helps develop treatments for children with psychiatric disorders.
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Prototype app for mobile devices could screen children at risk for autism spectrum disorder
A mobile app that tracks eye movements while watching specially designed videos, may aid in the early identification of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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NIH establishes new childhood asthma clinical research network
The Childhood Asthma in Urban Settings network will work to develop new methods to treat and prevent asthma in disadvantaged children and adolescents.
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It’s All In The Mind: How To Turn Conflict On Its Head
Keeping an open mind and becoming more aware of yourself and others are keys to successful conflict resolution.
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Higher education leaders praise Biden's plans
Tuition-free community college and other policy proposals have support, but still face challenges in Congress.
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