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Nagoya University psychologists analyzed 19th-century classic Bushido: The Soul of Japan using computational language analysis, revealing that books with similar moral focus tended to spread more widely in the West. The study found that honor is tied to more moral concerns than any other virtue.
Scientists at Osaka Metropolitan University have identified vortex-like structures in an ancient fault that suggest fault material flowed like a liquid during an earthquake. This discovery could help improve tsunami mitigation efforts by allowing for more accurate estimates of fault-slip magnitude.
A study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology found that even a single session of heated tobacco use can cause measurable damage to blood vessels and DNA damage in healthy smokers. Blood vessel function decreased by 11% and systolic blood pressure increased by 3mmHg after use.
The brain's right side controls the left side of the body, a phenomenon proposed by neuroscientists Daniel Wang and Martin Wessendorf. They argue that this contralateral organization evolved in four-limbed animals and is present in all tetrapods, including mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.
Researchers developed a low-cost tool that combines GPS data and tsunami inundation models to demonstrate the strong dependence of evacuation routes on timing. The study found that delayed evacuations can lead to catastrophic consequences, with only 3 of 119 trajectories reaching safety within 12 minutes of the earthquake origin.
SDSU researchers found that poverty burden, not race or ancestry, is associated with poorer HR+ breast cancer outcomes in Black women. The study highlights the importance of considering lifestyle factors and social determinants in cancer research.
A new binary gene expression system, Cro/O <sub> R </sub> 3, has been developed to independently control multiple cell types in zebrafish and human cells. This system allows researchers to manipulate gene expression in one cell type while observing another, enabling the study of interactions between different cell types.
Christina Theodoris is recognized for developing novel AI models to revolutionize human cell interrogation and predict gene network biology. Her work has immediate applications for human health, including identifying promising new drug targets for heart disease.
A new species and genus of dinosaur, Paludohadros proudlovii, has been named from fossil collections cared for by the Natural History Museum. The four-legged herbivore lived around 125 million years ago during the Early Cretaceous Period, and its name honors Will Proudlove, a former employee who died at 35. The dinosaur was discovered ...
At walking speed, people are more sensitive to contracting optic flow, distinguishing smaller speed differences in backward motion. This finding may help improve balance assessments and rehabilitation programs.
A phase 1 trial of the alpha radiopharmaceutical therapy Pb-ADVC001 showed well-tolerated doses and encouraging signs of antitumor activity in patients with advanced prostate cancer. The therapy's optimized dose schedule and 100% overall response rate suggest potential for improved patient outcomes.
A new study reveals concerns about misdiagnosis and stigma in autoimmune diseases with functional neurological disorder (FND), highlighting the need for better communication and holistic care. Patients and clinicians often see things differently, and poor explanations can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and suicidal thoughts.
AFCR appoints Mr. Sunil Tuli to its Board, leveraging his business experience and philanthropic network to support cancer research. With a personal commitment to advancing cancer research, Mr. Tuli aims to broaden support for the organization's mission.
Researchers at Adelaide University have found a new way to improve sensitive sensors, enabling advanced brain imaging, medical diagnostics, and communications technology. The breakthrough could lead to the development of highly sensitive superconducting quantum sensors with applications in medicine, industry, and defence.
Scientists have figured out a mathematical way to explain the reproducibility of mollusk shells, describing a process in which the same small operation is executed repeatedly. By treating shell growth as a Lie group that acts on the shell's growing edge, the researchers were able to accurately build up the full spiral shape of a shell ...
A study using fMRI research found that narcissistic brains show less consistent brain activation in real-life scenarios involving another person's loss of face, leading to difficulties in social interaction. This suggests that individuals with higher narcissistic traits may not build supportive connections with others.
A new review proposes a broader perspective on metabolic liver disease, suggesting that the nervous system may play an active role in its development and progression. The
Research by the University of Washington estimates that mail delays could double the percentage of ballots arriving too late to be counted, disproportionately impacting rural voters. The delays, caused by the Postal Service's Regional Transportation Optimization program, may reject 20,000 or more ballots in the 2026 general election.
Dr. Lauren Ranard, a recognized leader in structural heart disease and cardiovascular computed tomography, will oversee advanced imaging analyses supporting multicenter clinical trials. The appointment strengthens CRF's advanced cardiovascular imaging capabilities.
The Hēlo Thrombectomy System, developed by a team of neurosurgeons and engineers at the University of Michigan, has been cleared by the FDA for removing lung clots in patients with chronic venous thromboembolism. The device uses a combination of suction and agitation to gently pull on the clot, stretch and thins it, and vacuums it out ...
A new white paper outlines a Lean Six Sigma framework for developing doctoral research problem statements, emphasizing authoritative evidence, comparability, and methodological alignment. The framework adapts the Define and Measure logic to help researchers establish a defensible Background of the Problem and Problem Statement.
A quality improvement study found that AI medical scribes significantly reduced clinician documentation time, with the greatest benefits seen among frequent users. However, the study also found that the tool did not improve same-day note completion or reduce after-hours documentation, limiting its productivity benefits.
Researchers have created a new database, WISO-SAT, to standardize and share decades of satellite data on water isotopes. This database allows scientists to easily compare data from eight satellite missions and study global water cycle processes, including cloud formation, moisture transport, and El Niño.
A novel framework uses AI and social media to identify promising brand collaborations, providing practical guidance for brand managers. The framework has been tested and validated, showing a nearly 90% chance of correctly identifying favorable brand pairs.
CAMINO's additive manufacturing capabilities are helping Sandia National Laboratories redesign components and adapt to design changes, resulting in faster and cheaper production. The center's manager, Mohan Karulkar, notes that CAMINO's facilities can host students and faculty from the University of Texas at Austin, facilitating workfo...
Researchers at NIMS developed a novel bonding method using a porous layer to strongly bond dissimilar materials. The technology achieves a bonding strength exceeding 7 MPa by combining chemical affinity and physical interlocking, making it suitable for industries such as next-generation mobility and soft robotics.
A global synthesis of 148 land-consolidation cases across 28 countries shows that consolidating farmland into larger operations can deliver economic gains while deepening biodiversity loss and social inequality. Most assessments remain single-dimensional, obscuring cross-dimensional trade-offs.
Researchers use explainable AI to uncover patterns hidden in centuries-old paintings, providing a new tool for investigating painting authenticity. The AI framework identifies statistical patterns across characteristics like edges, color, and brushstrokes to produce a score estimating how strongly a painting aligns with Rembrandt's work.
The UT San Antonio School of Dentistry has implemented a complete digital workflow for dental restorations, starting from the first year of the DDS program. This cutting-edge technology, provided by Austria-based manufacturer Amann Girrbach, enables students to master both digital and analog techniques side by side, and from the very s...
Insilico Medicine announced promising Phase 1 data for ISM6331, a pan-TEAD inhibitor designed using generative AI, showing a 40.0% objective response rate at 130 mg once daily in heavily pretreated mesothelioma. The drug also demonstrated disease control in more than two-thirds of evaluable participants.
A new 'Female Life Stage' framework outlines four distinct stages based on female biology, offering windows of opportunity to prevent heart disease and stroke. The framework allows for earlier recognition of risk, earlier prevention, and better continuity of care beginning in childhood.
Scientists investigated sleep behavior in Australian jumping spider Portia fimbriata, finding two clearly distinguishable sleep stages, including REM-like state with eye movements and muscle twitches. This comprehensive confirmation of sleep behavior in a spider opens up new perspectives for comparative behavioral and neurology research.
A team of astronomers used the James Webb Space Telescope to observe the lava planet TOI-561 b, discovering evidence of a substantial global atmosphere. The planet's atmosphere appears to reflect a significant amount of incoming starlight, cooling the planet and preventing extreme temperatures.
The case report highlights the challenges of monitoring residual disease in stage IIIc colon cancer, where conventional imaging shows no measurable tumor but circulating tumor DNA and DNA methylation patterns suggest molecular residual disease. Molecular profiling and international collaboration may help guide treatment decisions in su...
Targeting fat cells with sphingosine kinase 2 inhibitors could be a new strategy to combat obesity and lower the risk of its comorbidities like cancer. The researchers found a significant reduction in body weight, improved glucose tolerance, and reduced lipid accumulation in the liver.
A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences examines the impact of humid heat on pregnancies in Nigeria, finding that increasing humid heat is strongly associated with an increased likelihood of early pregnancy terminations and changes in conception rates. The study's findings highlight the need for pub...
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have isolated a marine-derived compound that demonstrates significant potency against the parasite that causes primary amoebic meningoencephalitis, a disease with a fatality rate exceeding 97%. The compound, rutamycin B, achieves full potency within just four hours, outpacing curren...
A new study found that extreme heatwaves change how Europeans feel about climate change and influence their voting choices. The research highlights the demographic heterogeneity of the effects, with less-educated men showing the largest attitudinal and voting shifts.
Research has uncovered rare gene variants linked to dental differences, including missing teeth, unusual shapes, and tooth presence at birth. The study sheds light on tooth development and evolution, revealing how a single gene regulates tooth formation across vertebrate species.
A Columbia University audit found fabricated citations in 25.6 per 10,000 papers in physics, 18.4 in materials science, and 11.1 in computer science. The problem affects about 8,500 published papers with at least one fabricated reference, with most containing one or two fabricated references.