Survey: Pandemic gun buyers have more self-harm risk, extreme beliefs
Survey results indicate that pandemic gun buyers differ in mental health risks and extreme beliefs from people who own no guns.
Mass shooters seeking fame aim for ‘surprise’
Mass shooters pursuing fame often plan their attacks as “surprises,” a study shows. This tendency makes them uniquely challenging to prevent.
Most firearm owners keep one handy, not locked
Most firearm owners keep at least one firearm unlocked, and some view gun locks as an unnecessary obstacle in an emergency.
Oldest bone weapon in Americas is stuck in a mastodon rib
“This is this the oldest bone projectile point in the Americas and represents the oldest direct evidence of mastodon hunting in the Americas.”
Firearm injuries damage children’s mental health
New mental health diagnoses are more likely after a childhood firearm injury than after a vehicle crash, research finds.
Rates of carrying loaded handgun double in 4 years
“…there has been a striking increase in handgun carrying in the US,” says lead author of the new study Ali Rowhani-Rahbar.
Rates of carrying loaded handgun double in 4 years
“…there has been a striking increase in handgun carrying in the US,” says lead author of the new study Ali Rowhani-Rahbar.
Synthetic protein binds to VX nerve agent
A new synthetic protein that quickly detects molecules of a deadly nerve agent could prevent a chemical warfare attack, researchers say.
Synthetic protein binds to VX nerve agent
A new synthetic protein that quickly detects molecules of a deadly nerve agent could prevent a chemical warfare attack, researchers say.
Owners trust firearm storage info from these sources
New research identifies subgroups of gun owners and the sources they trust for information on safe firearm storage.