Kansas State University
Kansas State University, (K-State) was founded in 1863. K-State has 60 academic departments in nine colleges. K-State has a student body of 23,500 in the undergraduate and graduate programs. K-State is noted for its Physics Department and the James R. MacDonald Laboratory for research in atomic, molecular and optical physics. Also, notable research institutes include, The Natural Gas Machinery Lab, TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Research Facility and S.M.A.R.T. Laboratory.
Manhattan, KS 66506
With optimal conversations, young couples experience less relationship stress, higher satisfaction: study
(Medical Xpress) -- The happiest young couples may be involved in a different kind of engagement. Young adults who easily engage in rewarding conversations with their partners are less likely to hold onto anger and stress ...
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
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The right recipe: Engineering research improves laser detectors, batteries
Think of it as cooking with carbon spaghetti: A Kansas State University researcher is developing new ways to create and work with carbon nanotubes -- ultrasmall tubes that look like pieces of spaghetti or string.
Nanotechnology / Nanomaterials
Feb 06, 2012 |
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Marriage therapist says high-conflict couples have work to do before saying 'I do'
(PhysOrg.com) -- A Kansas State University marriage therapist has Valentine's Day advice for couples contemplating commitments and engagement rings: Mix romance with a generous portion of reality.
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Feb 03, 2012 |
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Eating smart: Researcher studies foods, dietary supplements that may reduce risk of prostate cancer
A Kansas State University professor is turning to nutrition to tackle prostate cancer.
Jan 23, 2012 |
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The power of flowers: Research sprouts a closer look at sunflower genetics
A Kansas State University researcher's plant genetic work is rooted in the sunflower state.
Jan 19, 2012 |
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'Meating' a solution: Research finds that LED lights extend meat shelf life, save retailers money
A switch to LED lights in refrigeration units could save the retail meat industry millions of dollars each year, according to research from Kansas State University.
Jan 17, 2012 |
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The path less traveled: Research is driving solutions to improve unpaved roads
A Kansas State University graduate student sees the unpaved road ahead, and it's filled with biomaterial.
Jan 10, 2012 |
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Research examines virus infection's differing effects on plants, insects
(PhysOrg.com) -- Tomato spotted wilt virus can be deadly for many important plants, but have little effect on the plants' small insect hosts. Research by a Kansas State University plant pathologist and two students is examining ...
Jan 10, 2012 |
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Researcher studies the globalization of sex trafficking and the organizations that work to stop it
In today's world, human trafficking is not an isolated problem, but a growing global issue. A Kansas State University professor is studying ways that anti-trafficking groups are fighting back.
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Dec 12, 2011 |
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Music expert says Christmas music not just limited to the season, and happiness it brings may be the reason
(PhysOrg.com) -- If it seems the sounds of the season -- "Jingle Bells," "Deck the Halls," "Joy to the World" and other holiday favorites -- are being heard more and more out of season, a Kansas State University music expert ...
Dec 09, 2011 |
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Spread the word: Expert says blogs help land-grant universities strengthen connection with public
Blogs and other forms of social media are ideal tools to further the goals of academic institutions, especially the research, education and extension activities of land-grant universities like Kansas State.
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Dec 09, 2011 |
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For children, some sarcastic comments can be lost in translation
(Medical Xpress) -- It turns out irony and sarcasm are completely lost on youth. Yeah, right.
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
Dec 08, 2011 |
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Benefits abound with recently patented system that reduces phosphorus in wastewater
A team of bioprocessing engineers with Kansas State University's Advanced Manufacturing Institute has been issued a patent for a system that removes phosphorus from wastewater and addresses environmental regulations.
Dec 05, 2011 |
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Going to the dogs: University's newest patent for improving canine health
Make no bones about it, a discovery by a Kansas State University research team could mean a longer and healthier life for man's best friend.
Nov 29, 2011 |
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Bison on Konza Prairie fuel experiments to restore prairie ecosystem
The presence of bison at Konza Prairie Biological Station may seem iconic, a tribute to America's past when such herds roamed the range.
Nov 29, 2011 |
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