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We surveyed more than 630 U.S.-based undergraduate students. This year, for the first time, we conducted a survey of parents to understand their opinions on higher education. This report serves as a resource for campus leaders who want to make data-driven decisions regarding student engagement and retention, and as a guide for those who want to understand student and parent perspectives. This report examines student and parent perceptions and expectations at every point in the academic journey. When we analyzed why students choose higher education, the factors they consider when choosing which campus to attend, and what helps them find…
An intriguing new study suggests that drastic diet and lifestyle changes may not only prevent the cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer's disease, but may also bring some improvement to people in the early stages of the disease. The small, limited study differs from earlier findings that concluded that healthy lifestyle choices may lower risk but offer little hope of reversing the damage. The results have led co-authors of a paper published in June in the journal Alzheimer's Disease Research and Treatment to be more cautious and less excited. “It was quite shocking to me, frankly, that we could get significant…
The European Union’s capacity to produce 155 mm artillery ammunition may be less than half as large as public estimates by senior EU officials indicate, affecting the bloc’s ability to keep promises about supplies to Ukraine, Schemes and its partners in a journalistic investigation have found. The finding is a result of months of reporting by Schemes — the investigative unit of RFE/RL’s Ukrainian Service — and other outlets in a consortium of European media on shell production, a crucial factor in Ukraine’s defense against the Russian invasion. In addition to the capacity issue, interviews with ammunition producers, buyers, government…
The differences in average annual net income across Europe are striking and show large fluctuations even when adjustments are taken into account. advertisementAverage salaries in Europe vary widely, which has a major impact on employment and job decisions. These differences can arise due to country-specific regulations, labor laws, industry sectors and economic development. Northern and Western European countries have the highest average net incomes, while Eastern and Southern European countries have much lower average net incomes.How do average incomes across Europe compare?Average annual net income is calculated by subtracting income tax and social security contributions from annual gross income and…
Really supportIndependent journalismClick here for detailsCloseOur mission is to provide unbiased, fact-based journalism that holds power accountable and exposes the truth.Every donation counts, whether it's $5 or $50.Support us to deliver journalism without purpose.With UK property prices out of reach for many first-time buyers and homeowners dreaming of a sunny second home, the idea of buying an Italian villa for 86p is appealing.In recent years, several small towns in Italy have been in the news for selling vacant houses for just 1 euro each.But how does the scheme work, and who is eligible to buy these budget, sunny villas?Why are…
Three Michigan universities are rated the best in the world, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2024-2025 Best Global Universities rankings.The publication ranked 2,271 institutions around the world, taking into account their national and international research reputation, the number of citations to their research and publications, the amount of international collaboration, etc. A detailed methodology can be found here.The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor was ranked 19th in the world, ranking among the top 25 in many fields, including Arts & Humanities, Biology & Biochemistry, Heart & Cardiovascular Services, Clinical Medicine, Economics & Business, Education, Endocrinology, Mathematics, Molecular Biology,…
A recent study published in the journal Cell Metabolism showed that changing lifestyle factors can offset genetic risk for obesity. Obesity is a non-infectious pandemic caused by a sedentary lifestyle and excessive intake of energy-dense foods. Obesity is heritable and multifactorial. Several metabolic pathways contribute to weight gain and over 1,000 genetic variants are associated with obesity. It has commonly been thought that genetic predisposition to obesity cannot be modified. However, studies on gene-environment interactions have suggested that some lifestyle factors may attenuate the effects of certain obesity-related genes. However, such studies were limited to a few obesogenic genes and…
NC State is ranked 60th worldwide for Education and Research in the 2024-2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities by Subject Rankings, making it the top university in North Carolina for this research field. Looking only at universities in the United States, NC State is ranked 21st. “We are pleased to receive this well-deserved recognition of the incredible work our faculty, staff and students do every day to connect research and practice, prepare exceptional educators and embody our mission of making an impact across North Carolina and beyond,” said Paola Stein, dean of NC State's College of Education.…
ST PAUL, Minn. , July 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Solventum announced today that U.S. News & World Report will expand the use of Solventum's 3M™ Ambulatory Potentially Preventable Complications (AM-PPC) software in its analysis of the 2024-2025 Best Hospitals rankings. “We are pleased to support US News & World Report in expanding Solventum's AM-PPC software into ENT specialty rankings, prostate cancer surgery ratings, and the new gynecologic cancer surgery ratings,” said Dr. Sandeep Wadhwa, global chief medical officer, Healthcare Information Systems, Solventum. “Outpatient care is now mainstream in surgical procedures, and the use of outpatient comorbidity metrics helps inform consumers…
Deputy Defence Department spokeswoman Sabrina Singh said today that US military commanders in Europe had put their bases on heightened alert. Singh did not comment on intelligence but said the decision by U.S. European commanders to raise the threat level was “a combination of factors and not related to any single threat.” These factors could impact the safety and security of military personnel and their families stationed in the area, she said. “U.S. European Command is taking steps to increase vigilance for our service members, their families and installations,” she said at a Pentagon briefing. “This is done out of…