science and technology Ultrasound-assisted extraction of bioactive alkaloids from Phellodendri amurensis cortex using deep eutectic solvent aqueous solutions By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ00877J, PaperYuanbin Li, Zuchen Pan, Binshen Wang, Wen Yu, Siwei Song, Huanhuan Feng, Weiwei Zhao, Jiaheng ZhangChCl/citric acid-based DESs are demonstrated to be effective green solvents for the ultrasound-assisted extraction of bioactive alkaloids from herbs.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Bio-fabricated ZnO nanoparticles: direct sunlight-driven selective photodegradation, antibacterial activity, and thermoluminescence-emission characteristics By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01611J, PaperAnupama R. Prasad, Anagha M., Shamsheera K. O., Abraham JosephZinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles were prepared via a Gliricidia sepium leaf extract-assisted green synthetic route. Near-spherical and elongated nanoparticles were obtained according to morphology analysis.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Synthesis of a new Ni complex supported on CoFe2O4 and its application as an efficient and green catalyst for the synthesis of bis(pyrazolyl)methane and polyhydroquinoline derivatives By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ00223B, PaperTaiebeh Tamoradi, Seyedeh Masoumeh Mousavi, Masoud MohammadiA novel and magnetic nanocatalyst was synthesized for the synthesis of multicomponent compounds.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Ultrastable conductive microporous covalent triazine frameworks based on pyrene moieties provide high-performance CO2 uptake and supercapacitance By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01292K, PaperMohamed Gamal Mohamed, Ahmed F. M. EL-Mahdy, Yasuno Takashi, Shiao-Wei KuoTwo pyrene-functionalized CTFs through ionothermal treatment TCNPy in the presence of molten zinc chloride at 500 °C, which displayed high-performance CO2 uptake and supercapacitance.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Density Functional Theory Investigations on the Coordination of Pa(V) with N, N-dialkylamide By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ00687D, PaperJun Ma, Chu-Ting Yang, Jun Han, Sheng Hu, Haizhu Yu, Xinggui LongDensity functional theory (DFT) method was used to study the coordination of a series of N, N-dialkylamides with Pa(V) to shed light on the inherent principals for screening amides extractants...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology A Size-Controlled Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles by the Berry Extract of Sea Buckthorn and the Biological Activities By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01335H, PaperSimin Wei, Yinghui Wang, Zhishu Tang, Jinhang Hu, Su Rui, Lin Jingjie, Zhou Tuan, Hui Guo, Wang Nan, Xu RongrongGreen synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) has been extensively studied by using a variety of plant extracts for the applications in biomedical sciences and engineering. However, there are no reports...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Single-pot template-free synthesis of a glycerol-derived C–Si–Zr mesoporous composite catalyst for fuel additive production By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ00523A, PaperSaurabh Kumar, Nagabhatla Viswanadham, Sandeep K. Saxena, Arumugam Selvamani, Jitendra Diwakar, Ala’a H. Al-MuhtasebThe C–Si–Zr material synthesized from bio-derived waste glycerol, ZrO(NO3)2 and TEOS exhibits excellent catalytic activity for tri-acetin production from low-value glycerol.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Design, Synthesis and Evaluation of A Novel Glutamine Derivative (2S,4R)-2-amino-4-cyano-4-[18F]fluoro-butanoic acid By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ00410C, Papersong Liu, Renbo Wu, Yuli Sun, Karl Ploessl, Yan Zhang, Yajing Liu, zehui wu, Lin Zhu, H. F. KungGlutamine is an important source of nutrient for tumor proliferation. Designing new glutamine-metabolizing PET imaging agents is useful for tumor diagnosis and treatment. Herein, a novel glutamine derivative, (2S,4R)-2-amino-4-cyano-4-[18F]fluoro-butanoic acid,...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Fast and easy conversion of ortho amidoaryldiselenides into the corresponding Ebselen-like derivatives driven by theoretical investigations. By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01605E, PaperVanessa Nascimento, Pâmella da Silva Cordeiro, Massimiliano Arca, Francesca Marini, Luca Sancineto, Antonio Luiz Braga, Vito Lippolis, Michio Iwaoka, Claudio SantiDFT calculations performed on amidoaryldiselenides as electrophilic derivatives evidenced the presence of a prevalent Se···O weak interaction when selenium is bonded to a Se atom (diselenides), a Br atom (selenenyl...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Linear dicarboxylate based pyridyl appended cobalt(II) coordination polymers in search of opto-electronic properties By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ00567C, PaperFaruk Ahmed, Joydeep Datta, Samim Khan, Basudeb Dutta, Sakhiul Islam, Sanobar Naaz, Partha Pratim Ray, Mohammad Hedayetullah MirTwo new coordination polymers (CPs) [Co(adc)(4-ppy)(H2O)2]n, (1) and [Co(adc)(4-bppy)(H2O)2]n, (2) (H2adc = acetylenedicarboxylic acid, 4-ppy = 4-phenylpyridine and 4-bppy = 4-(4-bromophenyl)pyridine) have been synthesized and characterized by various techniques including...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Trifluoromethyl functionalized polyindoles: Electrosyntheses, characterization, and improved capacitive performance By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ00812E, PaperRui Wang, Yu Xue, Fengxing Jiang, Weiqiang Zhou, Jingkun Xu, Xuemin Duan, Danhua Zhu, Liming Xu, Yue Cai, Aiqin LiangFluorination of conjugated polymers has been explored as a viable strategy for enhancing the overall performance of corresponding polymers. In this work, two trifluoromethylated polyindoles (5-PFMIn and 6-PFMIn) are synthesized...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Benchmarking the inversion barriers in σ3λ3-phosphorus compounds: a computational study By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01237H, PaperArturo Espinosa Ferao, Antonio García AlcarazThe study of inversion barriers for ninety-four P(III)-containing compounds has been carried out using DFT calculations. Most of these compounds display a typical vertex (“umbrella”) transition state (TS) structure, whereas...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Conjugated Small Organic Molecules: Synthesis and Characterization of 4- Arylpyrazole-decorated Dibenzothiophenes By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01887B, PaperM. Bhanuchandra, Satyajit Panda, Ram Singh Jat, Amir Fayaz, Jony Saha, Ramalingam Thirumoorthi , Tapta Kanchan Roy4-Arylpyrazole-decorated dibenzothiophenes have been synthesized. The synthesis involves the treatment of 2,8-dibromodibenzothiophene with pyrazole under Ullmann-type amination conditions for the dual C-N bond formation. The selective bromination of the resulting...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology A two-photon AIE fluorophore as a photosensitizer for highly efficient mitochondria-targeted photodynamic therapy By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ00822B, PaperQunshou Kong, Boxuan Ma, Tao Yu, Cheng Hu, Gaocan Li, Qing Jiang, Yunbing WangNowadays, photodynamic therapy (PDT) has become an effective way for cancer therapy. However, there are still some drawbacks for common photosensitizers including poor photostability, nonspecific targeting, poor penetration depth of...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Electrospun poly (3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) / Polyethylene oxide (PEO) microfibers reinforced with ZnO nanoparticles for antibacterial and antibiofilm wound dressing applications By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01384F, PaperPranjali Mahamuni, Pooja M Patil, Pratikshkumar Patel, Maruti Jayram Dhanavade, Manohar V Badiger, Yogesh Marathe, Raghvendra Ashok BoharaBiocompatible and biodegradable polymers are extensively used in designing wound dressing materials. The present investigation deals with the preparation of a unique blend of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles incorporated in...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology The classification and application of cyclodextrin polymers: a review By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/C9NJ05844C, PerspectiveBingren Tian, Jiayue LiuThe designing and constructing of polymer structures play an important role in the field of polymer science. In addition, polymers can provide good ideas and opportunities for the development of...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Transition Metal Ions Induced Secondary Structural Transformation in Hydrophobized Short Peptide Amphiphile By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01501F, PaperKhashti B Joshi, RAMESH SINGH, Narendra K Mishra, Narendra Singh, Puneet Gupta, Parveen RawalA precise control over self-assembling structures of rationally designed hydrophobized short peptide amphiphile (sPA) was studied. Bioactive transition metal ions were used to transform the supramolecular structures of this sPA....The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Novel phthalocyanine-based micelles/PNIPAM composite hydrogels: spatial/temporal-controlled drug release triggered by NIR laser irradiation By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01882A, LetterTao Jia, Lu Li, Enna Ha, Zheng Qu, Lei Shi, Tiedong Sun, Shengnan Tan, Wancheng ZhaoNear-infrared (NIR) light-responsive hydrogels hold significant potential for biomedical application, especially in remote-controlled release of anticancer drugs. Herein we report a novel NIR light responsive composite hydrogel system that undergoes...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Oxidative cyclization of thiosemicarbazide: chemo-dosimetric approach for highly selective fluorescence detection of cerium(IV) By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01100B, PaperAhad Shaikh, Pallabi Mukherjee, Sabyasachi Ta, Arun Bhattacharyya, Abhijit Ghosh, Debasis DasA simple thiosemicarbazide based chemodosimeter detects Ce4+ ion through turn-on fluorescence. The sensing mechanism is based on oxidative cyclyzation. The chemodosimeter shows exceptional selectivity for Ce4+ that allows to detect...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Cobalt-based Layered Double Hydroxides Revisited: evidence for an oxidizing radical generation By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ00380H, PaperRafael dos Santos Macedo, Rodrigo Boni Fazzi, Ana Maria Da Costa Ferreira, Vera R._Leopoldo ConstantinoLayered double hydroxides (LDHs) containing transition metal elements such as cobalt have been studied mainly for applications in electrochemical devices and as catalysts. Fundamental studies about Co-based LDHs are required...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Conjugated nanoporous polycarbazole bearing a cobalt complex for efficient visible-light driven hydrogen evolution By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01534B, PaperBin Guo, Hai-Yan Li, Jianying Chen, David James Young, Jian-Ping Lang, Hong-Xi LiA conjugated nanoporous polycarbazole (CNP) cross-linked by pyridine and coordinated to Co(III) displays high catalytic performance for visible light-driven H2 generation. The hydrogen evolution rate was up to 410 μmol·g-1·h-1....The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Efficient modulation of upconversion luminescence in NaErF4-based core-shell nanocrystals By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/C9NJ06240H, LetterTingting Pan, Li-Yuan Sun, Rongyao Gao, Li-Min Fu, Xi-Cheng Ai, Jian-Ping ZhangEfficient modulation of upconversion selectivity of heavily-doped core-shell nanocrystals was achieved through precisely tuning of [F]/[RE] ratio during the synthesis. Brighter upconversion luminescence with smaller nanoparticle size and tunable color...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Whole Genome Sequence Analysis and Homology Modelling of Main Protease and Non-Structural Protein 3 of the SARS-CoV-2 reveals an Aza-Peptide and a Lead Inhibitor with Possible Antiviral Properties By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ00974A, PaperArun K Shankar, Divya Bhanu, Anjani Alluri, Samriddhi GuptaThe family of viruses belonging to Coronaviridae consist of virulent pathogens that have a zoonotic property, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV) and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) of this family...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology A non-enzymatic electrochemical approach for L-Lactic acid sensor development based on CuO.MWCNT nanocomposites modified with a nafion matrix By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01715A, PaperMohammad M. Hussain, Abdullah M. Asiri, Mohammed M. RahmanCopper oxide ornamented multi-walled carbon nanotube nanocomposites (CuO.MWCNT NCs) were prepared using an unsophisticated wet-chemical technique in basic medium. CuO.MWCNT NCs was examined by using various analytical techniques for example...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Construction and application of nonenzymatic ascorbic acid sensor based on NiO1.0/polyaniline3.0 hybrid By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ00696C, Papershichao Zhu, Aijuan Xie, Bingyan Wei, Xiang Tao, Jianghui Zhang, Wenhao Peng, Chenyang Liu, Linyang Gu, Chenfei Xu, Shiping LuoNiO1.0/PANI3.0 was prepared by in-situ polymerization method in one-pot and applied in detection of ascorbic acid (AA). Cyclic voltammetry (CV) and Differential pulse voltammetry (DPV) were used to optimize the...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Facile assemble of 2D α-zirconium phosphate supported silver nanoparticles: superior and recyclable catalysis By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01378A, PaperYonghang Xu, Fangya Zhou, Min Chen, Huawen Hu, Limiao Lin, Jingshu Wu, Min ZhangA novel, efficient and durable ZrP@PDA/Ag nanocatalyst was prepared via facile reduction and deposition of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) on two dimensional (2D) α-zirconium phosphate (ZrP) nanosheets using bio-inspired dopamine chemistry....The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology POM-based dyes featured rigidified bithiophene π linkers: Potential high-efficient dyes for dye-sensitized solar cells By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01150A, PaperYu Gao, Li-Kai Yan, Wei Guan, Yanhong XuA series of POM-based dyes with triphenylamine electron donor group, cyanoacrylic acid electron acceptor group and different π linkers of thiophene derivatives are systematically investigated to analyze the influence of...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Cu(II)Cl2 Containing Bispyridine-based Porous Organic Polymer Support Prepared via Alkyne-Azide Cycloaddition as a Heterogeneous Catalyst for Oxidation of Various Olefins By feeds.rsc.org Published On :: New J. Chem., 2020, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D0NJ01174F, LetterJong Ho Yoon, Hye Min Choi, Suk Joong LeeNew class of porous organic polymer (POP) based heterogeneous catalyst Cu-POP was prepared from immobilizing Cu(II)Cl2 into bpy containing POP prepared via alkyne-azide cycloaddition. This new catalyst showed efficient catalytic...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
science and technology Changes in Trends in Thyroid Cancer Incidence in the United States, 1992 to 2016 By jamanetwork.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT This study uses Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) registry data to describe trends in thyroid cancer incidence overall and by tumor size in the United States from 1992 to 2016. Full Article
science and technology Incidence of Hypoparathyroidism After Thyroid Cancer Surgery in South Korea, 2007-2016 By jamanetwork.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT This study uses South Korean administrative database data to assess changes in incidence of postthyroidectomy hypoparathyroidism during a period of fluctuations in thyroid cancer screening and surgery between 2007 and 2016. Full Article
science and technology Insight into the Landscape of Professional Development in Head Start from FACES 2014 By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2019 04:00:00 Z A new research brief illuminates the landscape of professional development in Head Start programs. Using data from the spring 2017 round of the FACES 2014 Survey, researchers explore professional development experiences of Head Start program directors, center directors, teachers, and other staff. Full Article
science and technology Mathematica Studies in Special Issue of Health Affairs Inform Evidence Base on U.S. Military Health System By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Tue, 06 Aug 2019 15:19:00 Z More than nine million active duty and retired military members and their families, including two million children, receive benefits from TRICARE, the military’s health care program. TRICARE offers health maintenance organization (HMO) and preferred provider organization (PPO) options. Full Article
science and technology Help Send Mathematica Staff and Our Community Partners to SXSW EDU By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2019 18:46:00 Z Mathematica staff and their local community partners are vying for an opportunity to share insights from cutting-edge projects related to equity, early learning, the science of learning, and K–12 education. Full Article
science and technology Mathematica Experts Showcase MACBIS Expertise and Present on Medicaid Methods and Topics at Medicaid Enterprise Systems Conference By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2019 12:55:00 Z Mathematica experts will showcase their expertise in providing business analytics and data quality development for the Medicaid and CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program) Business Information Solution (MACBIS) at this year’s Medicaid Enterprise Systems Conference in Chicago. Full Article
science and technology Improving Educational Equity Through Cultural Responsiveness in Schools and Educator Preparation Programs: A Virtual Workshop Series By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Tue, 20 Aug 2019 15:18:15 Z Join the Regional Educational Laboratory Mid-Atlantic and stakeholders from the New Jersey and Delaware Departments of Education for a free four-part series on culturally responsive practices as a strategy for improving education outcomes. Full Article
science and technology New Study of Program for Noncustodial Parents Reveals Large Effect on Parents’ Level of Satisfaction with Child Support Services By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Tue, 20 Aug 2019 21:06:00 Z Parents who participated in the Child Support Noncustodial Parent Employment Demonstration (CSPED) reported substantially higher levels of satisfaction with child support services compared with those who did not participate in the program. Full Article
science and technology Mathematica at the National Association for Medicaid Program Integrity (NAMPI) Conference By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Wed, 21 Aug 2019 14:26:00 Z Mathematica’s Jonathan Morse and Clint Eisenhower will team up to share their thoughts on state impacts and expectations for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Medicaid program integrity strategy at this year’s NAMPI Annual Conference in Atlanta. Full Article
science and technology New Research Analyzes State-Level Impact of USDA Proposal to End SNAP Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2019 15:26:00 Z This interactive data visualization uses SNAP quality control data from fiscal year 2016 and microsimulation modeling to provide detailed information on the demographic characteristics of those at risk of losing benefits. Full Article
science and technology Mathematica at the 2019 ISM Annual Conference By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2019 13:17:11 Z Join Mathematica at the 2019 ISM Annual Conference in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as Elizabeth Weigensberg, Mathematica’s state and local child welfare lead, and Matthew Stagner, vice president and director of human services, team up to share their expertise on how being data driven can improve outcomes for state child welfare agencies. Full Article
science and technology KIPP Middle Schools Boost College Enrollment By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Thu, 26 Sep 2019 13:09:00 Z According to a new study from Mathematica, students who attended Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP) middle schools were substantially more likely to enroll in four-year colleges. Full Article
science and technology Support for Data-Driven Instruction Comes Up Short in New Study By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 04:00:00 Z Although most school districts help teachers use data to improve student learning, a new Mathematica study shows that providing schools with data coaches and professional development to support their efforts did not result in increased data use by teachers. Full Article
science and technology New Report Highlights How Climate Shocks Impede Development in Southern Malawi By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 14:05:48 Z A new report from Mathematica, the Notre Dame Initiative for Global Development, and AidData highlights how a set of climate shocks played a major role in impeding the long-term impact of a food security program funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in southern Malawi. Full Article
science and technology Mathematica Honors National Principals Month with Resources on Innovative Programs to Develop School Leaders By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2019 19:23:00 Z Each October, National Principals Month recognizes the essential role principals play in making schools great. Full Article
science and technology New Report and Infographic Examine Trends in Disciplinary Removals in Maryland By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 04:00:00 Z Across the nation, Black students, economically disadvantaged students, and students with disabilities are disproportionately subjected to disciplinary removals, which are out-of-school suspensions and expulsions that compromise students’ opportunities to learn and increase their risk of dropping out. Full Article
science and technology Effects of Sweetened Beverage Taxes in Philadelphia and Oakland: Fewer Beverage Purchases, but Increased Cross-Border Shopping and Mixed Effects on Consumption By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:04:00 Z A Mathematica issue brief synthesizes new and recent evidence on how the two cities’ beverage taxes affected purchases, consumption, and the retail environment. Full Article
science and technology Final Report on a Teen Pregnancy Prevention Approach for Middle-School Boys By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 04:00:00 Z Early fatherhood can have negative effects on the outcomes of young men, reducing the number of years of schooling they receive and their likelihood of graduating from high school. Full Article
science and technology Final Impacts of a Home Visiting Program in Texas Designed to Reduce Repeat Pregnancies By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 04:00:00 Z A final report presents evidence on the long-term impacts of the Steps to Success home visiting program for adolescent mothers in San Angelo, Texas. Full Article
science and technology New Tools to Explore the Role of Physician Group Practices in U.S. Health Care Systems By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 14:22:00 Z A new, publicly available data file on physician group practices has been released by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s (AHRQ) Comparative Health System Performance Initiative. Full Article
science and technology Mathematica at Association for Public Policy Analysis & Management (APPAM): Rising to the Challenge of Engaging Diverse Perspectives By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 04:00:00 Z From November 7 to 9, APPAM will host its annual Fall Research Conference in Denver, Colorado. As a proud partner of APPAM since its inception, Mathematica will participate in a number of conference activities. Full Article
science and technology Does a Professional Development Program for Elementary School Principals Improve School Leadership? By www.mathematica.org Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 12:43:00 Z Principals can play an important role in improving instruction and student achievement in their schools. Many professional development programs focus on strengthening principals’ leadership skills. Full Article