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Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University used evolutionary algorithms to identify optimal shapes for ultra-thin, bio-inspired corrugated airfoils. They discovered designs that minimized drag or maximized lift, with corrugations near the leading-edge reducing frictional drag and convex shapes near the trailing edge increasing lift.
Researchers assessed glucose levels, carbohydrate intake, and continuous glucose monitoring accuracy during the 2025 Poznań Marathon. Participants with type 1 diabetes completed the race with performance comparable to controls, highlighting the potential for safe marathon participation with proper glucose management.
A small study using continuous glucose monitoring devices found that sex is not associated with an increased risk of hypoglycaemia in adults with type 1 diabetes. The study's results suggest that blood sugar responses are bidirectional and influenced by pre-SI glucose level, BMI, and time of day.
The study suggests that a 2D carbon-based material, MAC, can efficiently produce hydrogen through a metal-free process. The material's disordered structure provides a broad range of active sites, which can enhance hydrogen production.
Researchers developed a multitask deep learning framework to predict how strongly a material adsorbs sulfur gases and how effectively it senses them. The approach accelerated the discovery of materials for gas detection and purification, highlighting specific material candidates with strong sensing responses to toxic gases.
Researchers have developed a fluorescent sensing platform that can detect uranyl ions at very low concentrations while producing a color change that can be analyzed with a smartphone. The probe achieves ratiometric detection with built-in self-calibration, providing accurate quantification of uranium contamination in water.
Researchers detected a short-lived bulge at the volcano, attributing it to a million cubic meters of magma pouring into an existing magma reservoir. The finding demonstrates the effectiveness of Virginia Tech's early-stage alert system for volcanic activity.
A UCF researcher is using genomics, ecology, and long-term field monitoring to better understand how genetic rescue can help recover imperiled species. The project involves translocating Florida scrub-jays to a new site to increase genetic diversity and improve population health.
A new radiotracer, 18F-FDG PET/CT, has been shown to be highly effective in detecting rare and aggressive kidney cancer, renal medullary carcinoma (RMC). The tracer identified lesions in 98% of RMC patients and led to a change in treatment plan for 21% of patients with active disease, highlighting its potential to improve patient care.
Researchers identified 3,775 proteins in red blood cells and mapped thousands of physical interactions, revealing a dynamic network that adapts quickly to low-oxygen conditions. The study provides new insight into how red blood cells respond to high-altitude exposure and strenuous exercise, as well as pathological hypoxia.
Researchers found that the loss of the Y chromosome in healthy-seeming tissue can serve as an early indicator of cancer development. The study analyzed 1,000 tissue samples from 405 men and discovered that Y chromosome loss increased in normal tissue adjacent to tumors, particularly in organs like the colon, rectum, and esophagus.
A machine learning model accurately predicted healthcare workers' psychological resilience with 75% accuracy during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study identified stress, anxiety, and depression as key factors weakening resilience, while coping strategies like social support and meditation were associated with greater resilience.
Research from Ohio State University found that students with CPS contact are more likely to miss school and feel disconnected from their schools. Despite school connectedness interventions, these students still face attendance gaps, emphasizing the need for a broader toolkit addressing poverty, housing, and health disparities.
The 12th World Sustainability Forum (WSF-12) recognized scientific excellence through Oral Awards and Poster Awards, celebrating outstanding research contributions. The MDPI Sustainability Foundation Awards honored three researchers for advancing sustainability science and delivering meaningful societal impact.
Researchers at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have developed new ways to address the growing demand for fast and efficient data exchange. They have created photonic microchips and optical bridges that enable the economical production of optical systems for data networks, data centers, and artificial intelligence.
Researchers have found 'plasticorals', coral rubble fused with plastic, on the shores of vulnerable coral reefs in Okinawa, Japan. This discovery highlights a potential threat to critical marine environments, as plastic pollution can disrupt coral propagation and harbor coral pathogens.
The new smart agriculture research center at Nottingham Trent University features cutting-edge technologies for smart farming and sustainable food production. The facility will harness innovative methods to assess how to provide nutritious and fast-growing fresh food despite unfavorable weather, soil, and water conditions.
A research team developed an AI framework that identified cannabidiol as a repurposable lead for ischemic stroke therapy. CBD showed promise in reducing ischemic brain injury and promoting vascular repair through the NRF2/BMAL1 signaling axis.
Researchers isolated two photosynthetic bacteria from pond water in Pakistan and tested their ability to degrade pollutants in sewage. After seven days of treatment, the bacteria reduced biochemical oxygen demand and chemical oxygen demand, improving water quality.
Researchers found a major increase in the use of MRI before prostate biopsy, with usage rising from 14% in 2017 to 64% in 2026. This shift is closely tied to the publication of major trials and the adoption of guidelines. The study suggests that MRI use is becoming more widespread, especially among men with prior negative biopsies.
New VCU research found that individuals with trans identities experience psychological distress from anti-transgender laws, even in states with trans-friendly laws. The study also highlights the importance of individual support systems and societal support in mitigating psychological distress.
Engineers at Washington University in St. Louis have created renewable carbon fiber from waste lignin, cutting production costs by 25% and reducing carbon emissions substantially. The new process involves deploying single-walled carbon nanotubes to improve performance and align crystallization chemistry.
The journal welcomes leading researchers with expertise in hematopoietic and muscle stem cell biology, advancing understanding of stem cell research in health and disease. Drs. Bonnet and Relaix bring significant breadth of expertise and commitment to rigorous science, enhancing Stem Cell Reports' impact.
ARDD 2026 brings together global pharmaceutical executives, biotechnology leaders, regulators, investors and researchers to discuss aging biology, clinical development, artificial intelligence and pharmaceutical R&D. The conference features senior leaders from top pharma companies, FDA representatives and XPRIZE Healthspan finalists.
A targeted quality improvement campaign by University of Cincinnati emergency medicine physicians safely reduced unnecessary head and cervical spine CT scans in low-risk trauma patients, saving patients $6.2 million in healthcare costs and avoiding significant radiation exposure. The campaign, which included continuing education sessio...
A preclinical study found that SIRPα, a protein regulating immune cells, helps triple-negative breast cancer cells spread to the brain and weaken the immune response. Higher levels of SIRPα were associated with poorer outcomes in patients with TNBC, which is an aggressive form of breast cancer prone to brain metastasis.
Giant salamanders play a significant role in freshwater ecosystems, while indicator species selection can aid in monitoring biodiversity. Subterranean animals, like salamanders and crustaceans, have unique internal biological clocks and rhythms, offering insights into adaptation to dark environments.
Researchers analyzed over 862,000 adults with new neck pain or headache and found no increased risk of cervical artery dissection among those receiving chiropractic care. The study suggests chiropractic spinal manipulation is safe for neck pain treatment, but clinicians should remain alert to warning signs of artery tear.
A study published in Nature Astronomy found that catastrophic collisions on icy moons barely disturb hidden oceans, offering new insights into life beyond Earth. The research suggests that moon sizes play a bigger role in determining a collision's aftereffects, with larger moons potentially thickening existing oceans.
Researchers at Gladstone Institutes have discovered how SARS-CoV-2 protein ORF8 hijacks immune cells to cause hyperinflammation, leading to severe lung damage. Blocking ORF8 reduces lung inflammation and damage in mice infected with SARS-CoV-2, offering a promising new path for developing treatments.
Researchers have discovered a gene, Irx5, that enables blood cancer cells to evade treatment by boosting survival protein levels. By activating specific genes using CRISPR activation tool Partita, the team also identified new potential treatment targets for aggressive lymphoma.
Researchers have engineered a new material with exceptional stiffness and low thermal conductivity, outperforming any material found in nature. The material can be printed as a thin film at large scales, making it suitable for various applications such as cookware, electronic devices, and space travel.
Scientists developed adenine base editing to correct a genetic mutation causing hereditary motor neuron disease. The therapy successfully alleviated neurodegeneration in a mouse model and patient-derived organoids, offering hope for precision gene therapies to address neurodegenerative diseases.
Researchers from SUTD developed a control method that enables a one-motor flying robot to anticipate its next movements and track complex paths more accurately. The approach, described in a study, outperformed a benchmark controller in reducing positional errors by up to 39.5% on certain trajectories.
Researchers created a photocatalyst that uses natural seawater to achieve high solar-to-hydrogen efficiency, with chlorine ions playing a key role in boosting charge separation and reaction kinetics. The system produced hydrogen selectively from water oxidation, with no byproducts, and showed dynamic solar-responsive behavior.
University of Würzburg researchers have developed a simulated laser laboratory in virtual reality, enabling students to learn how to handle laser radiation safely. The software has been recognized with the German Physical Society teaching award and is available for free on the developers' website.
Researchers developed a perovskite/silicon tandem solar cell with a record voltage of 2.014V and 34% efficiency. The nano-scaffold innovation uses zirconia nanoparticles to improve perovskite growth and suppress interface recombination.
Global mortality and disability-adjusted life-year (DALY) burdens increased from 1990 to 2021, with neurological disorders showing the largest increase in mortality rates. Non-communicable diseases, particularly cardiovascular diseases, dominated DALY rates, while population growth and ageing contributed to changing disease burdens.
Researchers found that people with power are more readily blamed for wrongdoing, as others perceive them as having an advantage and being able to 'get away with anything'. This study analyzed over 100,000 Reddit conflicts and four experimental studies to confirm this pattern.
This study compares three flow cytometers for characterizing nanoparticles and extracellular vesicles. The results show that sensitivity varies between instruments and that sample concentration affects particle discrimination. The study provides practical guidance for selecting detection strategies and sample concentrations.