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Researchers created a device that senses and interprets light in the same place, like biological neurons do. This breakthrough could increase the efficiency of vision-based technologies like artificial retinas and smart optical sensors.
Researchers found that adding thyroid hormone T3 to standard chemotherapy can suppress tumor regrowth and extend survival in medulloblastoma patients. The study used laboratory and animal models, showing promise for a new treatment approach.
The journal maintains a high Impact Factor of 6.2 and ranks in the first quartile, demonstrating its influence in medical genetics. ACMG attributes its success to dedicated editors, reviewers, authors, and staff.
Researchers developed a multi-level decision-making model to select preventive maintenance measures on asphalt pavements. The study prioritized ultra-thin cover and composite seal coat technologies due to their balance between technical performance and economic benefits. The framework provides consistent recommendations for decision-ma...
A University of Houston engineer developed a real-time safety system for quadrotor drones that can prevent accidents caused by unexpected events. The new technology uses a 'safety supervisor' module to monitor the drone's tilt and position in real time, ensuring it stays within safety limits.
The DZIF-supported project PROTON aims to develop innovative agents against Staphylococcus aureus, a bacterial pathogen responsible for severe lung infections. The active agent, a pathoblocker, targets the toxin that destroys lung tissue and immune cells, reducing antibiotic resistance.
University of Delaware researchers have successfully tested geopolymers in space, demonstrating higher strength than identical samples stored on Earth. The findings hold promise for long-term lunar construction, with regolith potentially used to produce construction materials without energy-intensive processing.
A new study reveals that brief warm temperatures disrupt the internal bacterial ecosystem of dwarf spiders, leading to a sudden comeback of male offspring. The research found that thermal stress triggers a transgenerational shift in microbial dynamics, with a rival bacterium blocking the feminizing bacteria and allowing males to thrive.
Nora McDonald received a $748,258 NSF CAREER award to investigate how AI-driven personalized technologies shape young people's decision-making and sense of self. Her project aims to develop practical tools and educational resources to help adolescents and adults respond to algorithmic influence.
A new study published in Marketing Science suggests that online reviews can provide valuable information about certain restaurant hygiene problems, such as visible issues like pests and spoiled food. However, these reviews often fail to detect less visible sanitation and safety issues regularly monitored by health inspectors.
A new study investigates how waterpipe size and heating sources affect hookah smoking, aiming to clarify the risks associated with this popular pastime. Researchers hope their findings will empower people to make informed decisions about their health and guide future regulations.
Raedeh Basiri is studying the impact of E-Z Mg· on sleep, mood, fatigue, blood pressure, and glycemic control in adults at risk of type 2 diabetes. Her research aims to clarify magnesium's role in supporting metabolic health.
A recent study by Virginia Tech researchers found that physically active children with cerebral palsy and Down syndrome experienced less fatigue. Parents reported similar results, highlighting the importance of physical activity for long-term health outcomes in children with developmental disabilities.
Charaziak's research aims to better understand how the healthy cochlea processes complex sounds and how that processing changes in hearing loss. The project will investigate two key properties of the cochlea: nonlinearity and dispersion, which shape sound perception.
A new study confirms aspen trees can act as a fire barrier, with larger stands linked to lower fire severity. The research used remote-sensing data to create maps of forest stand disturbances, highlighting the importance of retaining aspen for biodiversity and fire prevention.
Researchers have characterized a quantum material that becomes superconducting when subjected to high pressure, leading to new insights into the behavior of electrons. The discovery could pave the way for more technologically usable superconductors in the future.
The Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute has invested nearly $110 million in the Giant Magellan Telescope, supporting its development and critical milestone toward completion. This investment advances scientific instrument development and enables scientists to explore some of the universe's most profound questions.
Researchers at George Mason University are developing a defense mechanism against unauthorized passive sensing attacks in ISAC systems. They will analyze the effectiveness of resource grid obfuscation and implement it on software-defined radio testbeds.
A new framework developed by IIASA researchers helps identify where conservation can prevent biodiversity loss and where restoration efforts are likely to have the greatest impact. The framework integrates ecological thresholds with protected area coverage to assess how upstream pressures affect downstream fish communities.
SUNY Optometry is expanding its research in oculomics with a $434,522 grant from the SUNY Empire Innovation Program. The funding will support the recruitment of a new faculty researcher, advancing the field's connection between vision science and systemic health.
Researchers have identified a quantum phenomenon that enables molecular dissociation with significantly less energy than normal. The discovery, published in Physical Review Letters, reveals that electromagnetic vacuum fluctuations can promote molecular vibrations and break chemical bonds when molecules are confined in nanocavities.
The University of Colorado Anschutz, along with UCHealth and Children’s Hospital Colorado, have formed a strategic alliance with Bayer to accelerate medical discovery and expand patient access to investigational therapies. Initial focus areas include oncology, cardiovascular disease, and cell and gene therapy.
Caroline Sutter and Michael Beasley will provide implementation support for the VISR program's community agency training, helping organizations strengthen suicide prevention efforts through evidence-based training and referral processes. Funding for this effort began in June 2026 and continues through late June 2027.
A new design framework for bored piles in weathered sedimentary rocks enables more reliable foundation designs. The study analyzed 20 instrumented load tests, adjusting intact rock strength to account for weathering, revealing clearer differences between siltstone and sandstone.
A recent study from the Indian Institute of Science found that self-fertilization is a key trait that helps plants become invasive. The researchers examined 28 species from the daisy family and found that all 11 invasive species could reproduce uniparentally, while most native and non-invasive alien species remained self-incompatible.
University of Delaware researchers have developed a spray-jet method that recovers precious metals and other materials from used hydrogen-energy devices. The new recycling approach uses no harsh chemicals or burning, preserving the membrane itself while extracting platinum and iridium separately.
Researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science have successfully engineered a model plant to produce five psychedelic substances, including DMT and psilocybin, by identifying key genes and enzymes responsible for their production. The plant's ability to simultaneously produce multiple psychedelics has implications for treating mental...
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Myanmar, causing widespread damage and leaving communities to face years of recovery. Researchers mapped the fault behavior behind the event, finding a 500km surface rupture along the Sagaing Fault.
A research team has developed a bacterium that can predict the course of a disease by analyzing chemical signals in patient plasma. The bacterium responds to changes in nutrient levels and growth patterns to generate an answer, bypassing traditional machine learning algorithms.
A McGill study found that caregivers spending over 20 hours a week on unpaid care experience poorer mental health outcomes. However, provision of social support can mitigate these negative effects. The researchers highlight the need for policymakers to take note and invest in strengths-based supports.
Cellular senescence is a stable form of cell-cycle arrest induced by intrinsic and extrinsic stimuli. The review highlights the importance of understanding how different initiating events shape distinct senescent cell phenotypes, contributing to chronic inflammation, tissue dysfunction, cancer, and age-related diseases.
A new study found striking differences in parasite communities among North-Atlantic island systems, with limited exchange of parasites across the region. The researchers suggest that factors such as a short transmission season and specific migration routes may limit successful parasite colonization.
A team of biologists led by the University of Massachusetts Amherst has discovered reproducing populations of the invasive Manila clam in Cape Cod and Boston Harbor. The finding marks a significant moment in the establishment of this non-native species, which is now spreading along the northwestern Atlantic coastline.
Assistant Professor Yikuan Li at George Mason University has received a 2026 ORAU Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award, worth $5,000. The award aims to support the development and validation of an LLM-based refinement tool for MetaMap outputs.
Researchers warn that AI faces are becoming increasingly trustworthy, with the latest diffusion model outperforming earlier models. This poses significant risks of online fraud and erosion of trust in society, as people become more susceptible to fake faces used for nefarious purposes.
A University of Mississippi-led study found that a resilience-focused telepractice program improved coping and self-advocacy skills in children who stutter. The six-week program addressed teasing, classroom participation, and emotional regulation, with over two-thirds of participants showing clear improvement.
Meghan Garrity, Assistant Professor of International Security & Law at George Mason University, is serving as a Genocide and Atrocity Prevention Research Fellow. The fellowship aims to support research on mass atrocities and prevention through two written products: a full-length paper manuscript and a policy memo.
A study reveals that natural cooling of coral reefs varies with large-scale climate oscillations, including ENSO and IOD. Coral skeletons provide a record of past subsurface temperatures and biological responses to heat stress, highlighting the dynamic relationship between climate refuges and their effectiveness in protecting corals fr...
Researchers have created a special flat lens that shapes light into an optical needle, allowing for deeper imaging while maintaining high resolution. This innovation combines with optical coherence tomography (OCT) to extend imaging depth by a factor of nine without requiring a complicated redesign.
Researchers at the University of Würzburg have developed components that can reproduce key functions of neurons and synapses, enabling adaptive electronics. These brain-inspired components use complex oxide materials to create 'electron highways' that can be precisely controlled, allowing for targeted training and adaptation.
Researchers created an optical hydration index that combines multiple inputs and measurements to track skin hydration state. The system uses near-infrared optical imaging and temperature-aware algorithm for robust at-home monitoring.
Researchers discovered astrocytes actively preserve long-term memories by regulating Ank2 and BDNF signaling. This finding expands the understanding of how memories are stored in the brain.
A new study reveals children of Holocaust survivors born after WWII have a higher risk of schizophrenia, especially if their mother was over 5 years old when persecutions began. The research highlights the intergenerational transmission of trauma and its impact on mental health.
The partnership between XPANCEO and JBD aims to establish the first mass-market production run of specialized contact lens microdisplays, overcoming comfort and power consumption hurdles. The custom display is designed to minimize unnecessary power loss and achieve exceptionally low power consumption.
The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) has elected eight new members to the Senate, bringing diverse expertise from humanities, life sciences, natural sciences, engineering, and more. The new additions will join existing members for a three-year term, starting January 2027.
A new study maps the changing RNA modification landscape of sperm during development and shows that type II diabetes can disrupt this molecular program. The findings suggest that paternal metabolic disease can impact male fertility and potentially offspring health.
A UNIGE study reveals that hair follicles organize their positions on the skin of mammals through a self-organizing principle. Researchers found that a chemotactic mechanism, which directs cells to respond to chemical gradients, reproduces the formation of complex biological structures.
A new study reveals that wolves from different regions have distinct skull shapes shaped by their environment and human activities. The research highlights the importance of considering local adaptations in wolf reintroduction and conservation plans to ensure success.
Rentosertib is a potentially first-in-class oral small-molecule inhibitor targeting TNIK for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. The Phase III clinical trial will evaluate the efficacy and safety of once-daily Rentosertib administered over 52 weeks.
A cohort study of opioid-naive patients found that most achieved pain resolution within 3 weeks, but some reported prolonged opioid use. Current guidelines may not serve all patients, emphasizing the need for tailored treatment approaches.
The DFG is establishing five new Research Units to address pressing issues in various fields. The units aim to investigate gene expression, hospital-acquired infections and climate change. Additionally, the DFG is extending funding for five existing research units.
Researchers developed an AI approach that identifies nanoparticle morphology using data from standard NTA measurements, achieving high classification accuracies. The method integrates two types of information and performs multi-class classification with stable performance even at reduced data amounts.
Researchers at KIT have developed a novel technology that converts CO₂ into basic materials used in the chemical industry, enabling the recycling of CO₂. This process has several advantages for a more sustainable chemical production, working without fossil raw materials and enabling direct value creation from CO₂.
Researchers at Umeå University have developed a new antibody that successfully halted tumor growth and metastasis in aggressive prostate cancer. The treatment works through a novel mechanism of action, potentially reducing side effects.
Researchers developed a subarray programmable terahertz metasurface enabling optical logic and high-order amplitude modulation. The device achieves broadband transmission modulation from 170 to 260 GHz and can process information directly at the wavefront.
Researchers at Göttingen University found that virtual fences lead to a more even distribution of animals across the pasture and reduced movement near edges. Virtual fences also elicit similar behavior from cattle as conventional electric fences.
A team of researchers has successfully created an artificial protein motor that can perform tasks such as cell division and muscle movement with high efficiency and precision. The breakthrough, published in Nature Nanotechnology, demonstrates the feasibility of designing dynamic proteins capable of performing movements.
The DFG has appointed two new vice presidents, expanding its leadership structure to support research initiatives across Germany. The appointments aim to enhance collaboration and funding for scientific projects.
Researchers found that babies' brains can process music from as young as three months of age, but spontaneous movements to music emerge later in the first year. Infants show enhanced auditory responses to 'music' compared to 'shuffled music', with significant movement increases seen at 12 months.
Researchers at Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg have discovered a way to generate and control toroidal moments in carbon nanotori using computer simulations. This enables precise control of superconductors with minimal loss, opening up new possibilities for quantum computing.