Researchers at NIBIB have developed a new technique called BF STEM tomography, which allows for high-resolution 3D imaging of thicker specimen samples. This enables the visualization of larger internal structures in cells, providing greater insight into cell organization and function.
Researchers at Harvard University found that rewards promote public cooperation and lead to better outcomes for the group. Positive interpersonal interactions were more effective in building compliance than punishment, contradicting previous studies that focused on punishment.
Researchers at Scripps Research Institute have identified a genetic cause of progressive hearing loss, linking it to the Loxhd1 gene. The study found that mutations in Loxhd1 lead to degradation of hair cells and disruption of hearing processes.
A study found that most people with type 2 diabetes do not meet recommended dietary guidelines, which can lead to cardiovascular disease. The researchers suggest ongoing nutritional education and counseling are crucial for managing energy intake and maintaining metabolic control.
Scientists use a unique instrument to probe the dynamics of ions in water, revealing that water zips around ions more than expected. The findings improve understanding of chemical interactions important in environmental and atmospheric sciences.
A small molecule called DAz-2 helps identify over 190 proteins involved in diverse biological processes affected by reactive oxygen species (ROS). The tool will aid in understanding chronic oxidative stress and its role in diseases.
Researchers suggest engineering attenuated pathogens to mimic live viruses, inducing potent cellular response. The study identifies key immune patterns that distinguish pathogenic from non-pathogenic microbes.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has awarded nearly $20 million to Virginia Tech's nuclear engineering program for faculty development and fellowships. The funding will support the growth of a workforce capable of designing, constructing, and operating nuclear facilities.
Researchers have identified two powerful new antibodies to HIV that reveal a potential Achilles heel on the virus. The discovery offers new avenues for designing an effective AIDS vaccine and may lead to the identification of additional vulnerabilities in the virus.
Gilad Barnea will use the funding to develop a method for selectively monitoring the activation of each of the five dopamine receptors in the brain without interference from others. This could lead to more targeted treatments for mental illnesses and diseases such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and Parkinson's disease.
A recent study published in HortScience found that some popular indoor plant species release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the environment. The study identified 23 VOCs emitted by four plants: Peace Lily, Snake Plant, Weeping Fig, and Areca Palm.
A study found that consumers' willingness to pay for organic and local produce is similar, but purchasing frequency differs. Consumers prioritize freshness, safety, and health when buying locally grown produce, while emphasizing health and safety attributes for organic produce.
A new study reconstructs Arctic summer temperatures over 1,600 years, showing that recent warming is more anomalous than previously documented. The study agrees with climate models and indicates that the Arctic's sensitivity to climate change will continue into the next century.
A controversy surrounds Sweden's promotion of low-carb high-fat (LCHF) diets, sparking concern over national public health and individual well-being. Despite scientific evidence, a group of experts was removed from the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare due to perceived conflicts of interest.
A Northwestern University study found that eating at irregular times influences weight gain, with the body's circadian rhythms playing a significant role. The research suggests that modifying meal timing alone can greatly affect body weight, potentially combating obesity.
Two new broadly neutralizing antibodies (bNAbs) have been discovered to target the HIV virus, providing a promising lead for AIDS vaccine development. The newly found antibodies, PG9 and PG16, attach to a novel site on the virus, making them more accessible for vaccine design.
Researchers found Arctic temperatures were cooler for 8,000 years before warming around 1900, reversing a natural cooling cycle. The study suggests human-caused climate change is the main cause of recent warming in the Arctic.
Scientists believe methane trapped under ocean may be escaping faster than previously thought through sea floor vents. The release could have significant implications for understanding the Earth's carbon cycle and global warming.
The LEX-INFO portal provides access to up-to-the-minute data on legal, taxation, and financial topics. It features a timeline-based organization system, allowing users to quickly access the most current information and connect with relevant case law and expert advice.
Research published in the Journal of Thoracic Oncology found that narrow-band imaging bronchoscopy increases lung cancer detection specificity and can serve as an alternative method. The study confirms its efficiency by comparing it with white light and auto-fluorescence imaging.
Researchers discovered a key compound, PGE2, that quickly restores blood cell production and continues to do so for six to eight weeks after bone marrow injury. This treatment could represent a precise way to accelerate recovery from life-threatening blood cell shortages.
Professor Christian Wetzel is working to develop efficient green LEDs to bridge the gap in color technology. His goal is to produce true white LEDs and enable widespread adoption of energy-efficient lighting solutions.
Researchers found that a patient blinded on one side of his brain could still avoid obstacles in his non-damaged visual field, suggesting ancient visual pathways bypass the main visual areas. These primitive pathways work in real-time and do not access memories, with important implications for rehabilitation.
Severe injuries accounted for 15% of all high school sport-related injuries, with males experiencing a higher rate in football and wrestling. Commonly injured body sites included the knee, ankle, and shoulder.
University of Illinois researchers found that prioritizing sites closer to people can increase financial support for conservation. The study suggests compromising on ecological value for locations near human populations can improve outcomes.
A Phase I clinical study found that GDC-0449 inhibited the Hedgehog signaling pathway in patients with advanced basal cell skin cancers, with half showing tumor regression. Another patient with medulloblastoma showed significant tumor shrinkage and improvement in symptoms.
Researchers aim to develop 'enhanced' cells that can fight diseases from within the body. They will extract specific cells from patients, activate or modify them in the laboratory and transfer them back into patients for treatment.
Researchers at the University of Bonn have demonstrated a method for cooling gas using laser bombardment, which works under pressure. The technique allows for rapid refrigeration capacities, enabling the creation of new states of matter and potentially leading to the development of mini fridges.
A study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found a significant increase in deaths from unintentional injuries, particularly among middle-aged white women and men. The death rate from falls increased by 38% for white men and 48% for white women 65 and older.
The University of California, San Diego will receive $32 million to develop the Ocean Observatories Initiative's cyberinfrastructure. The system will enable near-real-time access to ocean data, transforming ocean science research and education.
A Phase I clinical trial tested GDC-0449, a Hedgehog Pathway Inhibitor, and demonstrated tumor shrinkage and limited side effects in patients with locally-advanced and metastatic basal cell carcinoma. The study's results suggest a durable clinical benefit, offering hope for patients with advanced skin cancer.
A Clemson University bioengineer has developed an injectable biomaterial gel that promotes the growth of neural stem cells at the site of a traumatic brain injury, structurally repairing damaged brain tissue. The procedure shows promise for treating head injuries caused by car accidents, falls, and gunshot wounds.
A new study published in Nature Geoscience finds that human activities such as large-scale farming can cause erosion at rates comparable to the world's largest rivers and glaciers. This is contrary to previous scholarship, which suggested that glaciers were more erosive than rivers.
Researchers found that house screening reduced mosquito numbers by 49-59% and malaria-related anaemia in children by half. The authors suggest integrating house screening into vector management programs to combat malaria.
A pooled analysis of six clinical trials found that pretreatment quality of life can predict overall survival in patients with advanced stage NSCLC. Patients with low self-assessed quality of life have twice the risk of death as those with high scores.
Scientists have identified a genetic link in reptile hearts that sheds light on the evolution of the four-chambered heart. The study reveals that the transcription factor Tbx5 plays a crucial role in forming the heart, with warm-blooded embryos showing clear restriction to the left side of the ventricle.
A Phase II study shows Avastin significantly increases response rates, progression-free survival times and survival rates in patients with recurrent glioblastoma. The treatment was found to be effective both alone and in combination with chemotherapy, improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
Researchers at Ohio State University found that diesel exhaust exposure induces the growth of new blood vessels in mice, suggesting a link between diesel fume exposure and cancer. The study's results show that even normal tissue can develop tumors after short-term exposure to diesel exhaust.
Scientists at the University of Montreal and Mount Sinai Hospital have identified a new target for cancer cure. Inhibiting the dimerization of RAF protein kinase may block its activation, stopping cancer cells from growing. This breakthrough has the potential to lead to novel anti-cancer agents with unprecedented precision.
Researchers at the University of Kentucky have identified a visible response to head trauma called the 'fencing response,' which can indicate damage to brainstem regions. This finding has immediate value for coaches and trainers, as it provides an objective cue to assess whether an athlete should return to play after a blow to the head.
Research at University of Copenhagen suggests that vitamin C deficiency in pregnant and breast-feeding women may lead to impaired mental development in new-born babies. Guinea pigs subjected to moderate vitamin C deficiency have reduced hippocampal neurons and spatial memory impairments.
Researchers at the University of Oregon have successfully demonstrated that specially synthesized boron compounds can be accepted by biologically active enzymes. This breakthrough could lead to new drug design strategies and boost boron's expanding use in medicine.
A team of researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital has developed a new way to culture liver cells for drug toxicity screening, using a high-oxygen environment and serum-free medium. This method significantly improves the function of cultured liver cells, enabling them to predict the clearance rates of drugs with high accuracy.
Scientists have developed a new method to monitor underground movements using earthquake data, allowing for comprehensive mapping of the Earth's seismic activity. This breakthrough increases the number of locations that can detect seismic activity and enables monitoring from far deeper within the Earth.
A new study by Queensland University of Technology found that hospital infections cost the Australian healthcare system over 850,000 lost bed days annually. Reducing these rates could release up to 150,158 bed days, allowing for an estimated 38,500 additional admissions.
Researchers have developed a predictive tool to detect at-risk soldiers with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). The study shows that fMRI can be used to forecast which soldiers might be vulnerable to stress psychopathology in the future.
A new study published in The Journal of Legal Studies found that government use of torture increased worldwide between 1985 and 2003, contradicting international norms. Despite over 75% of countries signing the UN Convention Against Torture, torture reports remained common in 69% of nations.
A clinical trial at Scottsdale Healthcare-TGen demonstrated tumor shrinkage and limited side effects in patients with advanced basal cell carcinoma. The therapy, which targets the Hedgehog signaling pathway, offers new hope for this aggressive form of skin cancer.
A new study re-examines Kammerer's experiments and finds remarkable resemblances to newly discovered aspects of epigenetics. Kammerer's data shows consistency with current epigenetic mechanisms, providing new biological arguments in favor of the authenticity of his midwife toad experiments.
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet found epigenetic DNA mutations in muscles of diabetics that reduce expression of PGC-1α gene. This could explain how environmental factors influence disease development.
Researchers found that similar symptoms occur in many systems as they approach a critical state of transition, indicating 'tipping points' for abrupt changes. These early-warning signals are observed in ecosystems, financial markets, and human physiology, highlighting the potential for catastrophic bifurcations.
Astronomers have discovered a giant galaxy surrounding the most distant black hole ever found, 12.8 billion light-years from Earth. The galaxy is as large as the Milky Way and harbors a supermassive black hole with at least a billion times more matter than our sun.
A new study found that priming affiliation in infants as young as 18 months increases their tendency to be helpful. Infants who saw images of two dolls facing each other were three times more likely to spontaneously offer help than those who saw different background images.
Researchers have developed a 'NanoPen' that solves the challenge of creating patterns of nanoparticles for nanotech applications. The device can deposit nanoparticles in seconds, unlike current techniques which take minutes or hours.
Researchers at the University of New South Wales found high-risk HPV strains in 39% of ductal carcinoma in situ and 21% of invasive ductal carcinoma breast cancer specimens. The study suggests a causal role for HPV in many breast cancers, establishing the possibility of preventing some breast cancers by vaccination against HPV.
Gladstone scientists have found the first genetic link between reptile and human heart evolution, linking protein Tbx5 to the development of four-chambered hearts in turtles and humans. The study sheds light on the evolution of warm-bloodedness and provides insights into congenital heart disease.
Yale University has received over 100 research grants totaling $36 million since February 2009. These grants will fund groundbreaking research projects addressing devastating illnesses such as autism, autoimmune disease, and brain disorders.
A study found that at least 85% of computers imported into Peru are reused, rather than going directly into recycling. The US is the source of up to 76% of used computers imported to Peru, challenging the widespread belief that e-waste is mainly about dumping unusable junk.
A new study finds that thousands of children and adolescents are using off-license weight-loss drugs, with most stopping use before benefits can be seen. Researchers highlight the need for more support and awareness about potential side effects to prevent misuse.
Researchers have designed a new material called graphone, derived from graphene, with unique optical and transport properties. By controlling hydrogen coverage, they made graphene magnetic, opening possibilities for novel applications in spintronics.