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A study analyzed over 300,000 citizen science observations to identify patterns influencing participation rates. Regional data from the Hungarian Central Statistical Office was combined with citizen science data to examine the relationship between socio-economic and environmental factors on observation density.
Researchers from OIST have reported the first full structural characterization of a doubly ring-slipped reaction intermediate in metallocene formation. This discovery provides new evidence on how metallocenes form and react, presenting opportunities for designing tunable structures for applications such as drug delivery systems, cataly...
A lower CA19-9 cutoff of 7 units/mL can identify patients with pancreatic cancer who have high-risk disease despite low biomarker levels. This dual-threshold model helps distinguish between true low tumor burden and Lewis antigen-negative status, improving prognostic assessment.
CURE SYNGAP1 partners with RARE-X to accelerate ProMMiS study's Patient-Reported Outcome measure data collection. This investment enables the centralized collection of high-quality PROs, essential for regulatory approval and therapy development.
The Lancet MedZero platform offers product-level carbon data for hospitals and health systems worldwide, enabling evidence-based decision-making and supporting climate action. With over 14,000 entries launched, the platform aims to help healthcare institutions reduce waste, improve patient care, and tackle climate change.
Researchers identified CREP1, a pectinase-like effector protein from Fusarium lateritium, as a key regulator of plant immunity. CREP1 interacts with receptor protein NbEIX2 to activate immune responses, including ROS burst and cell death.
Research identifies a novel narnavirus, TmNV1, as a potent virulence attenuator in Talaromyces marneffei. Coinfection with TmPV1 amplifies hypovirulent phenotypes, reducing fungal burden and inflammation.
Researchers from The University of Osaka discovered that only a small proportion of CD8 T cells undergo sustained clonal expansion in multiple myeloma immunotherapy, leading to the strongest anti-tumor response. Early immune activity could help predict which cells will become effective cancer fighters.
Recent advancements in microwave dielectric ceramics research focus on property characterization, theoretical mechanisms, sample preparation, applications, and data-driven discovery. Key findings include the development of standardized resonant methods for evaluating low-loss materials and advanced cold sintering processes enabling co-...
A new study from Edith Cowan University found that music listening habits vary greatly among university students. For some, music boosts motivation and enhances focus, while others find it distracting. The research highlights the importance of individual differences in music engagement in studying.
Research in regional Australia found nearly a third of rural siblings experience low wellbeing due to insufficient access to formal mental health services. Resilience, community support, and understanding from local communities are critical for improving sibling outcomes and addressing emotional strain.
Researchers at SKKU have created a highly efficient water-splitting catalyst that activates 'lattice oxygen' to break the oxygen evolution reaction bottleneck. By controlling atomic spacing, they enabled robust metal-oxygen interactions, achieving lower energy levels than precious metal catalysts.
Researchers have developed engineered peptide binders called CRABs that can selectively interfere with calcium signaling pathways, potentially leading to more effective and safer immunotherapies. The study's findings offer new hope for treating disorders linked to excessive CRAC-channel activity.
The coalition aims to accelerate validation and qualification of human-relevant methodologies, such as complex in vitro models and microphysiological systems, for drug discovery and development. By aligning developers around shared qualification standards, the coalition reduces duplicative validation efforts and helps regulators evalua...
Researchers discovered a new gene expression signature linked to prolonged overall survival in patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer who responded to combined immune checkpoint inhibitors. The biomarker has the potential to help identify patients most likely to benefit from this treatment combination.
Researchers at La Jolla Institute for Immunology have discovered that combining key vaccine ingredients could give the body the tools it needs to fight the entire family of arenaviruses with a single vaccine. This approach may protect against life-threatening infections from Lassa virus, Junin virus, and many other arenaviruses.
Researchers found that small-scale thunderstorms strengthen over cities, while cold frontal storms weaken their rainfall intensity. Urban heat and roughness disrupt the lower part of storm systems, leading to varying effects on different types of storms.
A recent study found that consuming common preservative food additives increases the risk of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. Non-antioxidant preservatives, in particular, were linked to a higher risk of hypertension.
A study from Michigan State University found that people consistently underestimate their friends' cynicism and overestimate their benevolence. This biases can impact friendship maintenance and may be more pronounced in newer friendships.
Odylia Therapeutics is advancing a gene therapy treatment for Usher Syndrome Type 1C (USH1C)-associated vision loss, a rare autosomal recessive disorder. The grant will support the development of an investigational USH1C gene therapy designed to restore or preserve vision.
A new Cochrane review finds planned early birth for pregnant women with high blood pressure cuts maternal complications by nearly half and reduces the risk of stillbirth. The practice is found to be safe across both high- and low-income settings, without increasing the likelihood of caesarean section.
A new study by the University of Southampton has found that reusable catheters are just as safe for patients as single-use ones and do not increase the risk of urinary tract infections. The study followed hundreds of patients for a year and discovered that those who tested reusable catheters used 35 per cent fewer antibiotics.
The BMJ argues that healthcare has lost its human, moral, and relational foundations. Experts say reconnecting with these values is crucial for improving patient outcomes and staff well-being. By prioritizing kindness, compassion, and leadership, healthcare can rebalance its focus from technical power to individualized care.
A systematic review of 69 trials involving over 153,000 adults found that calcium, vitamin D, or combined supplements have little to no effect on fracture prevention. The findings suggest that routine supplementation may not be necessary, and instead focus should be on interventions like balance and resistance exercise.
The ISSCR Consortium supports the FDA's draft guidance on using new approach methodologies (NAMs) in drug development, emphasizing the need for a flexible and science-driven framework. The consortium recommends clarifying biological complexity alignment with context of use and expanding recognition of computational modeling and hybrid ...
Researchers at UC Riverside have identified a key neural circuit, the locus coeruleus, which plays a central role in cognitive flexibility and adapting to new rules. Disrupting this circuit impairs the brain's ability to reorganize neural networks during complex decision-making.
Researchers use NASA's James Webb Space Telescope to analyze light passing through a distant, temperate gas giant planet's atmosphere, revealing methane and potentially other gases. The study provides insights into planetary formation and evolution, and could improve understanding of Earth's atmosphere.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has been awarded $19 million by CPRIT to support young cancer survivors, groundbreaking research, and faculty recruitment programs. The funding will enable UT MD Anderson to recruit world-class scientists and clinicians, pursue new discoveries, and accelerate cancer treatment advancements.
A recent study reveals that Atlantic herring rewired its reproduction to survive in the Baltic Sea's low-salinity waters through four key genetic adaptations. These adaptations enabled the species to reproduce successfully despite the challenging environmental conditions, highlighting the importance of gene function and regulation in e...
Primary care practices acquired by private equity firms tend to see more patients, provide more services, and complete annual wellness visits. They also hire more physicians and advanced practice providers, suggesting a spread of extra work across larger teams rather than individual doctors.
Researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington are developing a new technology to enable clear, detailed imaging of biological structures far beneath the skin's surface. This innovation has the potential to improve disease detection and diagnosis, particularly in areas such as cancer and vascular diseases.
Researchers at Texas Tech will develop wide/ultrawide bandgap semiconductor materials and devices with a $4.5M grant. The project aims to improve performance and reliability in harsh environments for aerospace, defense, and other industries.
A study published in Neurology found that quitting smoking is associated with a lower risk of dementia, especially for those who maintain a stable weight. The research followed 32,802 middle-aged and older individuals without dementia at the start of the study, finding a sustained lower risk of dementia with time since quitting.
Migraine with aura is linked to a 73% increased risk of ischemic stroke in middle-aged and older adults. The study found no association between migraine without aura and an increased risk of stroke. Men under age 72 with migraine also face a significantly higher risk of stroke, contradicting previous research in younger individuals.
A new report from Brookings Institution highlights the federal government's growing use of AI, but also notes significant disparities and bottlenecks to widespread adoption. Large agencies lead the way, while smaller agencies struggle with workforce capacity and trust issues.
A Simon Fraser University study found over 200 contaminants in juvenile Chinook salmon in the Lower Fraser River estuary, including priority contaminants like pharmaceuticals and pesticides. This exposure adds stress to already vulnerable fish populations.
ACM recognizes educators Yasmin Kafai and Mitchel Resnick for their contributions to creative computing and Scratch. Ed Felten receives the ACM Policy Award for his work on technology policy, while Jodi Tims is honored with the Outstanding Contribution to ACM Award for increasing women's participation in computing
Researchers found substantial declines in outpatient clinic visits (7%) and hospitalizations (13%) compared to expected levels. Long-term disruptions persist, with 65% of regions experiencing non-rebound outpatient visits and 74% with reduced hospitalizations.
Research shows that adverts featuring people with a disability increase consumer attitudes towards brands and their products. Key findings include the benefits of disability inclusion and the importance of representing individuals with disabilities as capable advocates for a product or service.
Researchers found that cows stared longer at unfamiliar faces and could match a known handler's voice with their image. The animals' heart rates showed no emotional response to the faces or voices.
Researchers at Rockefeller University have discovered the neural substrates underlying thought symbols for the first time. The study found that the ventral premotor cortex, a region in the frontal lobe, plays a key role in generating mental representations of actions, enabling compositional generalization and creative thinking.
A new study found that nearly 8 in 10 college students with psychosis needed mental health support, but only 4 in 10 received the recommended combination of therapy and antipsychotic medication. This indicates potential barriers to accessing care, including stigma.
Scientists discovered that ZNF804A is most active in glutamatergic neurons during the second trimester of neurodevelopment. Altering the gene's activity revealed changes in synaptic regulation and protein production, leading to more electrically excitable synapses.
Rising ocean temperatures cause corals to struggle with oxygen uptake due to disrupted ciliary motion. At moderate temperatures, corals accelerate ciliary motion to meet increased oxygen demand, but this compensatory mechanism fails at higher temperatures.
Researchers identified genetic changes in the virus that explain why it wasn't detected by existing tests. The new diagnostic method shows promise for future suspected cases with greater accuracy.
The Capture the Fracture program has achieved a major milestone, identifying over one million patients with fragility fractures every year. This growth reflects increasing recognition of coordinated post-fracture care services as an essential component of modern hospital care.
A team of researchers developed an MRI-guided approach to treat depression, resulting in a doubled initial success rate. By assessing brain function, clinicians can make more informed treatment decisions, similar to cancer treatment.
A survey of over 300 physicians found that one in four believed it was plausible to revive someone after preservation. Neurosurgeons were most optimistic about revival possibilities, while others showed skepticism. The study highlights the need for clear clinical and legal frameworks for preservation as an end-of-life option.
Researchers found that portfolios considering company headquarter location and housing market trends can produce returns three times higher than those focused on growth stocks. This is because companies in more expensive areas have higher labor and infrastructure costs, reducing investor returns.
A groundbreaking quadruple-organ transplant at UChicago Medicine has saved the life of a young woman with cystic fibrosis. The surgery, performed by a team of experts, successfully transplanted her liver, kidney, and two lungs, offering her a second chance at life.
A linseed oil-derived polyol compound has been patented by FIU researchers, exhibiting potential to inhibit a broad spectrum of viral and bacterial infections. The compound's low cost, biodegradability, and industrial scalability make it an attractive option for global health challenges.
Researchers found significant erosion damage to graves in a 17th-century whaling site in Svalbard, with textiles nearly completely degraded over 30 years. The study reveals the physical cost of climate change on Arctic cultural heritage sites and the need for revised policies.
A UK-based National Honey Monitoring Scheme has collected data from over 3,500 beekeepers, revealing insights into environmental changes, invasive species, and pesticide risks. The study identified over 800 plant species used by honeybees, providing a valuable resource for monitoring pollinator activity.
Research finds Gentoo penguins in Argentina adjusting their breeding schedule to avoid extreme heat events, minimizing mortality. The study, published in PLOS One, reveals a positive adaptation to climate change.
A recent study by University of Florida researchers found that commercially available AIGT detectors are not effective or robust tools for determining the presence of AI-generated text. The study examined common solutions and found wildly inconsistent efficacy rates, with false positive rates between 0.05% and 68.6%.
A case study of captive belugas reveals evidence of mirror self-recognition, suggesting this behavior may be innate in the species. The findings support the idea that some cetaceans possess cognitive abilities similar to those of humans and other animals.
A national study found that over one in 10 children with medical complexity experienced a reported incident, with medication and device errors being the most common types. The study calls for targeted interventions to keep these highly vulnerable children safe.
Researchers at Newcastle University are using quantum maths to model complex memory behaviours that traditional psychological frameworks cannot easily capture. They aim to understand how emotions alter the formation, retrieval, and sequencing of memories.
Researchers have uncovered a remarkable fossil site in Canada's Northwest Territories, revealing earlier origins of animal movement, sexual reproduction, and complex life. The discovery provides unprecedented insight into the earliest evolution of complex animal life on Earth.
Global sea level has risen by 2.06 millimeters per year since 1960, doubling in recent decades, primarily due to accelerated ocean warming and reduced land water storage. The study resolves a long-standing mystery by closing the budget gap with improved instruments and analysis.