Bochum clinicians successfully performed MRI scans on 326 children without sedation, achieving a 97% diagnostic relevance rate. The BLADE technique was used to minimize blurring and maximize image quality, allowing for successful examinations in 41% of three-year-olds, 91% of four-year-olds, and 98% of patients over five years old.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalRöFo - Fortschritte auf dem Gebiet der Röntgenstrahlen und der bildgebenden Verfahren·DateNov 16, 2012
A UCSF study suggests an association between attentional state and length of telomeres, finding that those who report more mind wandering have shorter telomeres, while those who are more present in the moment have longer telomeres. Mindful meditation interventions may promote health by increasing activity of telomerase.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalClinical Psychological Science·DateNov 16, 2012
Researchers have developed a super hydrophobic coating that prevents water from sticking to an airplane's surface, reducing the risk of ice formation. The coating, containing microscopic particles of Teflon-based material, reduces energy needed to detach water, making it easy to remove.
Children who learn to swim early achieve better visual-motor skills and excel in literacy and numeracy. The comprehensive three-year study found significant differences between swimming and non-swimming children, regardless of socio-economic status.
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Research shows that exposure to fine air particulate matter may be an environmental risk factor for reduced cognitive function in older adults. Cognitive decline was associated with every ten point increase in fine air particulate matter exposures, equivalent to aging three years.
SourceThe Gerontological Society of America·DateNov 16, 2012
The Skynet Junior Scholars program will train middle school educators to engage youths in telescopic observations of planets, asteroids, and galaxies. The program aims to introduce students to potential STEM careers during the critical middle school years.
Researchers reveal that a soccer 'knuckleball' shot causes a zigzag trajectory due to aerodynamic lift forces, not deformations at the site of impact. The study sheds light on the phenomenon's unpredictability and potential role in historic experiments trying to prove the Earth's rotation.
A MSU team is working to collar Baird's tapirs in Nicaragua to monitor their movements and determine how they can co-exist with local farmers. The research aims to find a balance between the animals' survival and crop protection.
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A $20 million remote sensing instrument package built by CU-Boulder is being integrated onto a NASA Mars spacecraft. The package, designed to study the Martian atmosphere, will provide global context and help scientists rewrite textbooks about the upper atmosphere of Mars.
Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have discovered that a protein known for causing cancer cells to spread is also involved in brain repair. The study, published in Nature Communications, suggests new avenues for treating degenerative brain diseases like Alzheimer's.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 16, 2012
The Rice team's device can modulate a signal at more than 10 gigabits per second, making it suitable for real-time video processing and high-speed data throughput. This breakthrough has the potential to scale up the capability of optical information processing systems by several magnitudes.
SourceRice University·JournalScientific Reports·DateNov 16, 2012
A study published in PLOS ONE reveals that experienced Brazilian mediums show lower brain activity in certain areas during psychography, a form of writing believed to be guided by spirits. The findings suggest an absence of focus, self-awareness, and consciousness during the trance-like state.
SourceThomas Jefferson University·JournalPLOS ONE·DateNov 16, 2012
Josiah Tlou, a renowned educator and international expert, has been named Distinguished Global Scholar by the National Council for the Social Studies. His contributions include developing social studies curricula in Malawi and promoting education through partnerships with USAID and UNICEF.
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Stephon Alexander, a prominent physicist at Dartmouth College, has received the Edward A. Bouchet Award for his work on theoretical cosmology and its impact on early universe studies. The award recognizes his efforts to promote diversity in physics research.
A parasitic worm, prevalent in Southeast Asia, is believed to cause infections that contribute to liver cancer. The grant-funded research aims to understand how the worm's granulin secretion enhances tumorigenic environments and may lead to the development of a treatment.
A growing body of literature suggests that alterations in regulatory T cell function may contribute to the development of sepsis. Manipulating these cells may offer a promising approach to treating patients with septic shock. The Journal of Interferon & Cytokine Research reviews the current understanding of this complex immune response.
SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalJournal of Interferon & Cytokine Research·DateNov 16, 2012
Researchers compare three immunoassay methods to detect EBV infection in patients with mononucleosis or immunosuppressed adult liver transplant recipients. The study suggests that molecular tests identifying early protein markers may have value for diagnosing active infection.
SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalBioResearch Open Access·DateNov 16, 2012
Researchers study 'The Cheerios Effect' to understand colloidal self assembly and its applications in pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, and more. The team uses acrylic shapes and laser cutting to visualize particle motion related to meniscus dynamics.
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A novel brain mechanism has been identified that mediates the inhibition of critical breathing muscles during REM sleep, causing snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. This inhibition affects the airspace behind the tongue, leading to self-suffocation episodes, which can occur hundreds of times a night.
SourceAmerican Thoracic Society·JournalAmerican Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine·DateNov 16, 2012
A new four-year program aims to draw young artists into science careers by integrating art, biology, and physics. The project, Project STEAM, offers summer academies, science cafés, and activity kits to inspire interest in science among art-interested students, particularly girls.
Researchers at Linköping University have developed a world's first spin amplifier that can be used at room temperature, a crucial step towards spintronics. This achievement has significant implications for the future of electronics and data processing.
SourceLinköping University·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateNov 16, 2012
A Penn State researcher examined a low-income community project that provided WiFi and computer training, finding technology alone cannot address underlying issues. The study highlights the need for political action over reliance on tech to solve poverty problems like low wages and childcare access.
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The new standard provides guidelines for regulators, industry, and others involved with scientific and commercial CCS projects. It establishes requirements and recommendations for environmentally safe long-term containment of carbon dioxide.
SourceInternational Performance Assessment Centre for Geological Storage of Carbon Dioxide (IPAC-CO2)·DateNov 16, 2012
Researchers found that warmer springs are causing trees to leaf out earlier, threatening tree species like yellow birch and sugar maple. This altered landscape can lead to changes in wildlife populations, including deer replacing moose in the ecosystem.
SourceAmerican Institute of Biological Sciences·JournalBioScience·DateNov 16, 2012
Researchers found that ethanol-based liquids mix actively with water, unlike pure gasoline, posing a significant threat to aquatic life. The study's findings could impact response guidelines for biofuel spills and highlight the need for further investigation into ethanol's environmental effects.
Research found that adolescents spending long periods in sedentary activities are more likely to have low bone mineral content, increasing the risk of osteoporosis. Participating in high-intensity sports like football or running can significantly reduce this threat, especially for girls.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalBMC Public Health·DateNov 16, 2012
A new study by University of Colorado and Loyola professors found that replacing a head coach for poor team performance has mixed results. On average, teams with poor records see a short-lived improvement in performance after a coaching change, while mediocre teams' records worsen.
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalSocial Science Quarterly·DateNov 16, 2012
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A new study reveals that parents' dental fear can transmit to their children, with fathers acting as a major mediator in this process. The research analyzed 183 children and found that the father's emotional reactions significantly impact the child's perception of dentist anxiety.
SourceSpanish Foundation for Science and Technology·JournalInternational Journal of Paediatric Dentistry·DateNov 16, 2012
Pediatric patients with noncardiac chest pain exhibit higher levels of anxiety and depression compared to those with innocent heart murmurs. The UGA research found a statistically significant increase in anxiety and depression among these patients.
SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalJournal of Pediatric Psychology·DateNov 16, 2012
Online role-playing game developers can increase player loyalty by providing gamers with more opportunities for social interaction, collaboration, and character ownership. The study found that strategies such as cooperative play and guilds built loyalty and social identity among players.
SourceUniversity at Buffalo·JournalInternational Journal of Electronic Commerce·DateNov 16, 2012
New membrane-biofilm reactor (MBfR) technology uses gaseous electron donors to reduce chemical costs and carbon footprint in wastewater treatment. Researchers are exploring the use of sulfur, methane, and other waste products as alternative compounds.
Caltech researchers discover that interfaces between metals can absorb radiation damage, maintaining material strength and ductility. Nanopillars with helium bubbles at interfaces show increased strength without embrittlement.
SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateNov 16, 2012
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Researchers found that teams with less predictable, more distributed offenses and better player connections were more successful. The study analyzed games from the 2010 playoffs and gathered data on 16 teams, suggesting a link between team cohesion and success.
SourceArizona State University·JournalPLOS ONE·DateNov 16, 2012
The study found significant genetic differences between Asian and European wild boars, as well as a high degree of similarity in immunity genes between pigs and humans. This discovery could lead to better breeding strategies, improved pork production, and increased potential for the pig as a biomedical model.
SourceUnited States Department of Agriculture - Research, Education and Economics·JournalNature·DateNov 16, 2012
A new investigation into cooperative behavior suggests that humans developed skills to work with others due to mutual interdependence. This study proposes a two-step process where cooperation began in small groups and became more complex as societies grew.
SourceUniversity of Chicago Press Journals·JournalCurrent Anthropology·DateNov 16, 2012
A recent study found that exercise can alleviate high blood pressure in pregnant rats by restoring balance between vascular growth factors. Exercise also improved endothelial cell function and reduced oxidative stress without compromising fetal weight.
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Researchers have developed a method to study hepatitis C medication side effects in Petri dishes and test tubes, potentially paving the way for safer treatments. The technique could help identify medications that eliminate all adverse effects and aid in personalized medicine.
The ORNL research team achieved virtual perfection at the oxide interface of two insulator materials by tweaking the formula for growing oxide thin films. This discovery has significant ramifications for creating novel materials with applications in solar cells, batteries, fuel cells, transistors and capacitors.
SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateNov 16, 2012
Researchers identified a common gene variant that influences the circadian clock, affecting people's sleep-wake patterns and even predicting their mortality time. The variant affects approximately an hour of daily rhythm, with those having the AA or AG genotype dying earlier in the day.
SourceBeth Israel Deaconess Medical Center·JournalAnnals of Neurology·DateNov 16, 2012
Researchers studied retrieval-induced forgetting, finding that impaired individuals recall more negative memories than positive ones. Historical knowledge transmission was also explored, showing a reminiscence bump influenced by sociocultural events.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateNov 16, 2012
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French physicists study Venus fly trap's leaf snapping mechanism, shedding light on its rapid closure. They use microfluidic pressure probe to measure cell wall elasticity and osmotic pressure, helping understand the botanical bite.
Researchers created a model of penguin huddles that assumes each penguin aims to minimize its own heat loss, surprisingly revealing an equitable sharing of heat. The study found that even in self-centered behavior, the system relies on others for shelter, leading to fair outcomes.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalPLOS ONE·DateNov 16, 2012
A new discovery reveals that chromatin remodeling complexes (CRCs) are intrinsically turned on, requiring specific instructions to turn them off. This finding has significant implications for understanding how CRC mutations contribute to cancer development.
SourceUniversity of Utah Health·JournalNature·DateNov 16, 2012
A new research study from Georgia Aquarium and Georgia Institute of Technology found that homarine is a useful biomarker for the health status of whale sharks, with metabolic profiles differing between healthy and unhealthy individuals. The study also identified over 25 other compounds that differed in concentration based on health.
SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·JournalPLOS ONE·DateNov 16, 2012
A new study at the University of Copenhagen found that maternal vitamin C deficiency during pregnancy can stunt fetal hippocampus development by up to 10-15%, potentially leading to memory problems and learning difficulties. The damage cannot be reversed even with vitamin C supplements after birth.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalPLOS Biology·DateNov 16, 2012
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