The US Department of Defense has awarded the University of South Florida $1.59 million to conduct two major studies on preventing low back injury and improving prosthetics for wounded warriors. The studies will test high-intensity exercise training programs and prosthetic foot technologies in military populations.
A new study finds that congestion pricing works best when partnered with land-use planning, suggesting that the two strategies are mutually supportive. The study analyzed data from a Portland mileage-fee pilot program and found that VMT reduction is greater in traditional neighborhoods than suburban ones.
Researchers have created a simple nanoantenna that directs red and blue colours in opposite directions, defying wavelength size limitations. This discovery can lead to the development of optical nanosensors for detecting very low concentrations of gases or biomolecules.
Researchers have identified key areas for improving artificial photosynthesis, including developing chromophores with large absorption strengths and studying the role of quantum coherence. The goal is to create an efficient and sustainable energy source that can be produced on a commercial scale within the next 20 years.
A Michigan State University study found that low-income youth are more likely to vote if they are involved in political activism and influenced by friends and family. The researchers controlled for civic knowledge and found discussions with peers and parents to be key drivers of engagement.
Researchers propose molecular circuitry design inspired by natural light-harvesting systems to capture and utilize sunlight efficiently. Natural photosynthesis provides a model for efficient energy storage and transfer, enabling the development of sophisticated energy grids.
A new treatment, percutaneous hepatic perfusion (PHP), has been shown to significantly extend the time patients with liver-dominant metastatic melanoma can live without disease progression. On average, PHP patients survived for 8.1 months, compared to 1.6 months in the control group.
Researchers have identified micro-RNA 34c as a key regulator of learning and Alzheimer's disease. Elevated levels of miRNA 34c are associated with memory impairment, while lowering its levels can restore learning ability in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.
Researchers at Empa have developed self-healing membranes for inflatable structures that can plug up holes on their own, inspired by the rapid wound sealing process of climbing plants. The technology has shown promising results in lab tests, with a membrane able to hold for eight hours after being punctured.
Researchers have discovered a way to create molecular 'circuitry' that can capture, direct, regulate and amplify raw solar energy. By leveraging the collective quantum properties of natural light-harvesting systems, scientists can design efficient antennas that transfer energy quickly and regulatedly.
Researchers have designed a new conducting polymer that enables the use of silicon as a next-generation lithium-ion battery anode, storing eight times more energy than current designs. The material maintains its capacity after over a year of testing, with potential applications in electric cars and consumer electronics.
Researchers found that middle-aged women seeking entry-level jobs require vocational training to secure job interviews. The study suggests that employers focus almost exclusively on educational background, but outside activities may have some impact in certain communities.
A Phase III trial of Radium-223 Chloride has shown improved survival rates among patients with bone metastases from advanced prostate cancer. The study found that patients taking radium-223 had a 30% lower rate of death compared to those receiving placebo.
University of Louisville bioengineering researchers will use a $3.33 million award from the Wallace H. Coulter Foundation to help commercialize promising academic innovations into medical solutions. The five-year program aims to save, extend and improve patients' lives with a focus on translational research.
Two Arizona university graduate students working at TGen have received $50,000 grants to study antibiotic resistance and Alzheimer's disease. The research will focus on understanding genetic mechanisms behind antibiotic resistance and developing models for neurodegenerative diseases.
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory scientists used an ultrafast spectroscopic technique to measure breakouts in aluminum thin films at high strain rates. The research tested fundamental scaling laws and revealed unexpected insight into shock wave phenomena.
A new study by researchers from the UK found a link between living in river valley areas and an increased frequency of COPD symptom exacerbations. The unique climate in these areas, with high humidity and low dew point, retains particles and pollutants that can worsen lung symptoms.
Researchers have successfully developed a new, cheaper alloy for shape memory materials, which could revolutionize industries such as aerospace engineering and electronics. The new alloy, produced using copper, has shown promising properties and is expected to be cost-effective alternative to existing alloys like Nitinol.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have developed a protein switch that instructs cancer cells to produce their own anti-cancer medication. The goal is to deploy a new type of weapon that causes cancer cells to self-destruct while sparing healthy tissue.
A new combination therapy for kala azar has been developed, reducing treatment time from 30 days to 17 days and decreasing costs. However, without international funding, too few patients will benefit from this new treatment.
Research from the University of Edinburgh and Warwick University finds that powerful lobby groups in Europe are threatening public acceptance of genetically modified (GM) food. This has resulted in greater restriction of plant biotechnology research and development, hindering efforts to address global hunger and climate change.
A multi-institute team led by TGen will study triple-negative breast cancer, a highly aggressive form of the disease that disproportionately affects African-Americans. The research aims to uncover new ways of treating this aggressive form of breast cancer by understanding molecular makeup of breast cancer stem cells.
Researchers will explore how gene networks in the rice leaf respond to changing environmental conditions, particularly temperature and water availability. The study aims to develop crop varieties that can thrive under a range of circumstances, improving food security globally.
Research by Queensland University of Technology found that large dust particles can coagulate with ultrafine vehicle emissions particles, making the latter nearly invisible in their presence. This process reduces the risk of respiratory problems associated with ultrafine particle pollution.
Self-reported mental health disabilities among US non-elderly adults rose by 2.7% from 1997-99 to 2007-09, equating to nearly 2 million disabled adults. The increase was mainly among those with significant psychological distress and unmet mental health care needs.
Researchers at Northwestern University have discovered edible compounds that efficiently detect, capture and store carbon dioxide. The porous crystals, made from sugar, salt and alcohol, are simple to prepare and turn red when full of CO2.
Arizona State University researchers are studying the 10,000 Solutions participatory online platform to understand conditions for collective action. They aim to investigate how participation spreads, voting mechanisms impact community dynamics, and team formation affects solution quality.
Researchers will examine how humans have responded to changes in surrounding forests over multiple centuries, focusing on New Mexico's Jemez Mountains and the intersection of climate change, drought, and forest fires. The team aims to understand how humans can live sustainably within fire-adapted ecosystems.
Researchers have observed four cesium states with roughly the same size, surprising theorists and suggesting a new kind of ultracold chemistry at work. The three-body parameter varies consistently across different atomic species, implying universal behavior.
A recent study developed a system to continuously monitor blood glucose levels in diabetic dogs, revealing that none were receiving ideal treatment. The system provided valuable insights for improving treatment plans, including adjusting insulin doses and diets.
Two new risk indicators for prostate cancer have been identified, showing an association between benign prostatic hyperplasia and an increased risk of developing and dying from prostate cancer. Elevated prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels in healthy men also predict long-term risk of developing prostate cancer.
Researchers are developing a computer-delivered intervention to increase parental motivation and adolescent engagement in diabetes care. The study, targeting urban African American youth, aims to address poor health outcomes related to diabetes management.
Researchers have found that a heart drug called levosimendan can improve the mechanical efficiency of the diaphragm, suggesting a new therapeutic approach to treat respiratory muscle weakness. The study showed that levosimendan prevents muscle fatigue in respiratory muscles and improves contraction force.