In the ventral intraparietal area (VIP) of the brain, neurons fire in complex patterns that change over space and time. This makes it tough to figure out where an animal is headed just from these neural signals. Collecting enough data to decode this information is tricky, so scientists need a smart
Ever wondered how far you could go with your smart home setup? The Z-Wave Alliance is set to shake things up next year with Z-Wave Long Range, promising a whopping 1. 5 miles of connectivity. That's right, no more Wi-Fi hiccups or Bluetooth blues! Under optimal conditions, Z-Wave LR can stretch acro
Imagine being a radiologist in the U. S. One day, there are plenty of jobs, but the next, it's a struggle to find work. This has been the rollercoaster ride for many radiologists. The current challenges come from past policies that have shifted the workforce balance. There's a gap between the jobs a
The pandemic brought unprecedented challenges, especially for nurses. This study wanted to see how nurses' spiritual lives influenced their work during COVID. The research looked at how religious or spiritual struggles affected certain aspects of nurses' jobs. Nurses play a crucial role in patient c
Working in healthcare can be tough. Nurses face many stressors on the job that can lead to psychological distress and sleep problems. In fact, these issues can get so bad that some nurses end up leaving the profession altogether. So, it's really important to figure out what in the work environment m
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant buzz of your phone or the never-ending stream of emails? You're not alone. A recent study from the UK found that many workers are struggling with what researchers call "techno-strain. " This isn't just about tired eyes from screen time—it's about the press
Life in the civil service can be a mixed bag. On one hand, you get stability and a sense of purpose. On the other, there can be a lack of growth, AKA a "hierarchical plateau, " where you hit a wall career-wise and nothing seems to change. This study, done in Guangdong Province, China, involved 286 c
Ever thought about how machines can figure out what we're doing just by watching? That's what Human Activity Recognition (HAR) is all about! These systems are like super-smart detectives, keeping an eye on us in our homes and even in the world of entertainment. In a recent study, scientists combined
Being a doctor can be tough. Long hours, tough decisions, and the constant pressure can lead to burnout. But what if there's a way to find meaning in all this? Psychiatrist Viktor Frankl thought that finding meaning in our experiences, especially when things are hard, can help us cope. Enter the Con
A recent Senate report has thrown some serious accusations at Amazon. It claims that the giant is playing around with worker injury numbers to make its warehouses seem safer. The report, led by Senator Bernie Sanders, says Amazon's obsession with speed is creating dangerous conditions. They found th
