Clear disclosure of social media sponsorships is linked to better advertising awareness among adolescents, but critical thinking is needed to curb purchase intent, per study of over 3,000 Taiwanese students

“Fake news” is more easily identified when discussed in a group, per small study of 100 Italian college students

Well-preserved archaeological bone samples have different microbial communities than heavily degraded bone samples, providing a new understanding of how microbes contribute to bone degradation, according to a study published May 27, 2026 in the open-access journal PLOS One by Damla Kaptan from the University of Stavanger, Norway, and colleagues. This study combines detailed analyses of archaeological bone degradation with analyses of microbiome diversity, providing new insights into how microbes may contribute to long-term bone preservation and decay.

Greater visibility of women researchers may reduce gender gaps in self-efficacy beliefs, while influencing men graduate students’ perceptions of academic careers, per study of almost 400 participants

A University of Oklahoma economist will collaborate with researchers in Peru to explore how trade-related industries affect environmental systems, including water resources, soil quality and biodiversity, through an interdisciplinary research partnership linking economics and sustainability.

Adults are often left out of the conversation surrounding hazing, but the same adults are needed to put a stop to it. New research shows that most U.S. adults view hazing not only as harmful, but as a public health concern.