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Helmets + Slower Speed = Less E-Scooter Injuries!

Just like wearing a helmet and slowing down can keep you safe while riding an e-scooter, scientists have found that these two factors are crucial for preventing serious injuries. Using sophisticated Human Body Models to study e-scooter accidents, researchers have identified these key safety measures. It’s like wearing a helmet while zooming through traffic or […]

Published on October 18, 2023

Depression, anxiety common among college students

Depression and anxiety among college students is a growing public health problem. And new research suggests the problem may be worse for students who aren’t the same race as most of their peers. The new study found that students who were not the majority race at a predominantly white college reported significantly higher rates of […]

Published on October 17, 2023

Role of working memory in second language writing

Imagine learning to ride a bike for the first time. You have to focus on balancing, pedaling, and steering all at once! Well, a new study explored how young students learning to write in their second language, English, use various cognitive functions. They tested these students with fun brain games and analyzed their writing skills. […]

Published on October 17, 2023