Research from the School of Economics sheds new light on a long-standing obstacle to improving agricultural productivity in developing countries: the reluctance of small-scale farmers to adopt modern technologies because of the risks associated with them.
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Study Finds Yoga and Meditation Reduce Chronic Pain
A mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) course was found to benefit patients with chronic pain and depression, leading to significant improvement in participant perceptions of pain, mood, and functional capacity, according to a study in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association.
Redefining Drought in the US Corn Belt
As the climate trends warmer and drier, global food security increasingly hinges on crops’ ability to withstand drought.
People With Parkinson’s Disease Have a Higher Risk of Dying From COVID-19
A new study of approximately 80,000 patients shows that people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) have a 30% higher risk of dying from COVID-19 than people without the neurodegenerative condition.
Canada Water Agency Will Help Protect and Sustain Canada’s Water Resources
The new Canada Water Agency—announced in the recent federal Throne Speech—is the first critical step toward transforming how water is managed across the country.
NASA Finds Hurricane Marie Rapidly Intensifying
NASA infrared imagery revealed that Hurricane Marie is rapidly growing stronger and more powerful.