https://news.emory.edu/tags/topic/biology/index.htmlBiology news from the Emory News CenterWed, 05 Jan 2022 01:38:46 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/11/esc_grandmothers_brain_reaction_grandchildren_rilling_lee_17-11-2021/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/11/esc_grandmothers_brain_reaction_grandchildren_rilling_lee_17-11-2021/campus.htmlResearch published by Emory anthropologists scanning grandmothers’ brains while they’re viewing photos of their young grandchildren provides a neural snapshot of the special, intergenerational bond. Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/11/esc_biological_studies_misinterpret_sex_based_data_11-11-2021/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/11/esc_biological_studies_misinterpret_sex_based_data_11-11-2021/campus.htmlAn analysis of published studies from a range of biological specialties shows that, when data are reported by sex, critical statistical analyses are often missing and the findings are likely to be reported in misleading ways. Emory neuroscientist Donna Maney is senior author on the study.Thu, 11 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/11/er_ecas_ila_linc_lynn_09-11-2021/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/11/er_ecas_ila_linc_lynn_09-11-2021/campus.htmlNeuroscience and human health. Differential mathematics and dance. Atmospheric chemistry and German studies. Through the Learning through Inclusive Collaboration Initiative, students and faculty in paired classes come together to explore real-world problems through interdisciplinary perspectives.Tue, 09 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/10/er_simons_investigator_nemenman/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/10/er_simons_investigator_nemenman/campus.htmlIlya Nemenman was instrumental in Emory becoming a global leader in theoretical and modeling approaches to living systems. Now he has received one of the most prestigious recognitions for theoretical scientists in the prime of their research careers.Thu, 14 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/10/er_landis_award_outstanding_mentorship_sober/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/10/er_landis_award_outstanding_mentorship_sober/campus.htmlHonored for outstanding mentorship, Emory biologist Samuel Sober says his research into how the brain controls muscle movement has long been a collaborative effort.Thu, 07 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/08/esc_epa_funds_project_environmental_contaminants_saikawa/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/08/esc_epa_funds_project_environmental_contaminants_saikawa/campus.htmlEmory researchers will receive $1.35 million from the Environmental Protection Agency to work with the West Atlanta community to better understand the potential risks for children being exposed to lead and other environmental contaminants. Mon, 09 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/07/esc_mapping_dengue_hot_spots/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/07/esc_mapping_dengue_hot_spots/campus.htmlData from nine cities in Mexico confirms that identifying dengue fever “hot spots” can provide a predictive map for future outbreaks of Zika and chikungunya. All three of these viral diseases are spread by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. Wed, 07 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/07/esc_genetic_risks_for_nicotine_dependence/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/07/esc_genetic_risks_for_nicotine_dependence/campus.htmlSome people casually smoke cigarettes for a while and then stop without a problem, while others develop long-term, several packs-per-day habits. Emory researchers find that a complex mix of environmental, behavioral and genetic factors appear to raise this risk for nicotine dependence. Thu, 01 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/06/esc_chestnut_disarms_bacteria_quave/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/06/esc_chestnut_disarms_bacteria_quave/campus.htmlIn a study published in Frontiers in Pharmacology, Emory scientists isolated a molecule, extracted from the leaves of the European chestnut tree, with the power to neutralize dangerous, drug-resistant staph bacteria.Tue, 29 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/06/er_acclaim_june/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/06/er_acclaim_june/campus.htmlEmory faculty and staff are frequently recognized for their work locally, nationally and internationally. Read a sampling of recent accolades, including awards for professional contributions and leadership appointments.Sun, 20 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400