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Matthew R. Callstrom, MD, Ph.D., has been elected as the next president and CEO of Mayo Clinic, succeeding Gianrico Farrugia. Callstrom brings 25 years of experience to the role, with a deep understanding of Mayo Clinic's values and mission.
SUNY Chancellor King announces a $5 million investment in agritech research to support four SUNY campuses in expanding research, education, and training opportunities in agriculture technology. The investment aims to prepare the highly skilled workforce of the future and strengthen New York State's agriculture industry.
A new study published in Energy & Environment Nexus reveals that solar photovoltaic technology is the most cost-effective renewable energy option for water pumping across six representative locations in Nigeria. The research also offers a detailed assessment of wind conditions across 37 locations, helping guide future renewable energy ...
This book provides a structured approach to evaluating AI trustworthiness in finance, considering explainability, causality, and bias indication. It advances a multidimensional notion of trustworthiness, requiring concrete operational mechanisms beyond high-level principles.
Researchers measured atomic vibrations that carry heat and sound waves, connecting them to a quantum property called spin, which can characterize subatomic particles' built-in magnetism. The study found that quantum spins and vibrations had a stronger correlation below -180 F, when electrons' spin was organized.
New research from UCLA suggests that novelty plays a role in binding scent to experience, especially as we age. Older adults who encountered the scent during the first learning phase performed better than those who encountered it during the second. The findings suggest that scent may be a more effective tool for supporting memory when ...
A study found that climate anxiety motivates some teens to make personal changes and join collective efforts, but also triggers eco-paralysis when combined with climate contempt. Effective communication strategies, including traditional news media and interpersonal conversations, can inspire youth climate action.
Researchers introduced a framework for evaluating AI tools in psychological assessment, finding that AI models can score well on accuracy measures while missing key signs of mental health concerns. The study recommends a more rigorous testing process to ensure valid psychological assessments.
A University of California, Davis, study compares five datasets to estimate nitrogen surplus in California's Central Valley, revealing wide ranges of uncertainty. This discrepancy could reshape priority areas for groundwater protections, and growers worldwide can utilize these estimates for guidance.
A study found that ranavirus is the cause of mass amphibian mortality in a Brazilian pond, resulting in an 83% decline in monkey frog reproduction. The disease worsens during dry periods due to low air humidity, posing a significant threat to wild South American populations.
A new study found that lake trout tend to seek water around 2°C in winter, with warmer temperatures found in shallower lakes and colder temperatures in deeper lakes. This pattern can be used to predict winter habitat for the iconic Canadian fish.
Pennington Biomedical researchers will present scientific findings and participate in expert discussions at ObesityWeek 2026, highlighting advances in obesity science and treatment. The institution will also contribute to educational and early-career programming.
Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Columbia University have used high-speed optical brain imaging to uncover a previously unknown map within the mouse secondary motor cortex, revealing distinct regions associated with different parts of the body. The discovery offers new insights into how the brain organizes and co...
Researchers found that common ADHD accommodations, such as extended time and frequent breaks, do not significantly improve students' classroom behavior or academic performance. In contrast, behavioral interventions and stimulant medication have been shown to improve classroom outcomes.
A new national report reveals declines in student performance across all Canadian provinces and territories, with grade inflation masking the extent of pandemic learning loss. The report highlights the need for evidence-based support for disadvantaged students and tracks achievement consistently over time to track student learning loss.
Endometrial cancer rates have increased substantially among Native American and Hispanic women, diagnosed at younger ages, with significant disparities in healthcare access. Research highlights the need for increased awareness, earlier detection, and targeted interventions to address these disparities and reduce cancer-related deaths.
Researchers at UCLA Health have shown that boosting the activity of a healthy gene copy can offset the effects of a mutation linked to autism. The approach, using a modified form of CRISPR, targets enhancers to control gene expression, offering a new direction for treating autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions.
New research suggests that mountain growth spurts played a key role in sparking complex life on Earth. The study found that the development of tall mountains provided nutrients, such as phosphorus, which are essential for life, and enabled photosynthesis to raise atmospheric oxygen levels.
Scientists discovered a DNA regulatory region that controls DACH1 gene activity, leading to more complex primate brain development. The study reveals that evolution can modify genetic instructions without creating new genes.
Scientists at Mount Sinai Hospital have mapped the complete structure of the AASS enzyme, revealing how its activity can be controlled. The findings provide a new avenue for developing treatments for glutaric aciduria type 1 (GA1), a rare genetic disorder that causes toxic substances to accumulate in the body.
An analysis of 586 mother-child pairs found six prenatal and 42 childhood exposures associated with multiple health outcomes, including cardiometabolic health and respiratory issues. The study identifies a set of
The study provides an atlas of associations between early-life environmental exposures and health, highlighting factors like tobacco smoke, indoor air pollution, and dietary quality. Many associations were observed in early childhood and remained visible years later, suggesting that early environmental conditions may leave durable heal...
Researchers pinpoint Azores archipelago as origin of New England seamount chain, a 3D thermomechanical numerical experiments study suggests. The study also indicates that the plume produced the Corner Rise Seamounts chain on the North American Plate and the Great Meteor seamounts on the African Plate.
Research at the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center found that ketogenic diets high in long-chain saturated fatty acids can increase inflammation through mitochondrial stress and immune cell activation. The study, published in Science Advances, suggests that different types of fatty acids may have varying effects on the body.
ISTA PhD students Riccardo Cadei, Jiale Chen, and Nikita Kalinin have been awarded Google PhD Fellowships for their groundbreaking AI research. Cadei and Chen will receive up to $120,000 in funding to explore cause-and-effect relationships and develop more efficient large language models, respectively.
The NTU-Canaan Green Intelligent Compute Collaboration aims to develop energy-aware algorithms and privacy-preserving edge systems for AI applications. The four-year initiative addresses the growing demand for computing resources and the need for sustainable computing systems.
A research team developed an ethanol gas sensor using a high-entropy oxide combining indium, tin, iron, zinc, and tungsten, achieving a 12.6-fold higher response than a low-entropy oxide. The sensor demonstrated faster response and recovery times, and its long-term stability was maintained even under high humidity.
The SCMM Industry Day 2026 event brought together industry, research, and public stakeholders to discuss sustainable composite materials and their industrial deployment. Seven technologies developed with industrial partners were presented, addressing challenges in automotive, aerospace, space, and transport.
Researchers developed an approach to accurately model quantum dissipation in strongly-coupled cavity systems, identifying the
Researchers have identified two bacterial species that promote intestinal inflammation in IBD patients, and developed a method to selectively target them. The study found that targeting these bacteria with specific compounds may provide a more effective and safer treatment option for IBD patients.
A breakthrough in chemistry has increased the energy capacity of water-based batteries, addressing their limited practical use. The new design enables iodine to transfer four electrons, increasing energy storage capacity and improving safety and sustainability.
The SELINA partners gathered in Riga, Latvia, for the 8th Workshop, discussing the project's latest results, Demonstration Projects, and practical application of SELINA's outputs. Partners shared experiences and results from the Demonstration Projects, reflecting on approaches and lessons learned.
This book explores intelligent algorithmic systems for healthcare decision-making, resource optimization, and data security. It covers various algorithms and approaches for efficient healthcare systems, including adaptive algorithms, predictive modeling, and blockchain-based security.
This book explores the convergence of computing, science, and engineering through emerging technologies, including deep learning, AI, and blockchain. It highlights practical applications across multiple disciplines, such as healthcare, education, and transportation.
New research reveals that nitrogen addition to soil initially stimulates soil respiration rates but eventually leads to their suppression. The study found that the rate of nitrogen addition did not significantly change the pace of decline, but an increase in nitrogen inputs produced stronger overall suppression.
Researchers developed miniature solar panels to control cell alignment in 3D-printed biological tissue. By adjusting solar cell layout and intensity, they achieved desired shapes and correlated cell alignment with patterning.
The authors propose materials world models to maintain a persistent representation of material states, histories, and observations. The models connect AI algorithms, multiscale computation, and physical experimentation to ensure scientific continuity across material evolution and evidence interpretation.
Researchers create 'planimal' cells by fusing algal cells with mammalian cells, retaining 16.3 million base pairs of algal DNA over 155 generations. The cells' ability to stably pass on foreign genetic material has implications for understanding evolution and genetic transfer across species boundaries.
A study identified PTEN as a direct target of the plant toxin DHP, implicating it in toxin-driven changes to the pulmonary arteries. The findings suggest that the toxin promotes arterial thickening through two mechanisms: activated platelets and PTEN protein modifications.
Scientists from Durham University captured underwater landslides as they happened in the natural environment for the first time, revealing how these hidden events can move large amounts of sediment across the sea floor. The research, carried out at the Homathko Delta in British Columbia, Canada, provides the first direct evidence of a ...