A recent study found that nearly one-third of Toronto bike accidents involve streetcar tracks, with cyclists at risk from slipping tires or getting caught in the tracks. The research highlights the importance of prioritizing safety in transportation system design.
Scientists discovered that dynamin polymerises, forming a helix around an artificial membrane tubule and compressing it until it breaks. The location of the fission is specific, appearing at the boundary between the helix and the membrane.
Research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center has uncovered new insights into energy balance, a complex interchange between the brain's hypothalamus and energy expenditure. The study reveals that GABA neurotransmitter selectively drives energy expenditure and helps explain the fat-burning properties of brown fat.
Researchers at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine presented a study demonstrating IRX4204's ability to alleviate cognitive decline in animal models of Alzheimer's disease. The compound also prevents neuropathological features associated with abnormal tau processing, a common feature of Parkinson's disease with dementia.
In a study of patients over 80, drug-eluting stents demonstrated lower rates of target vessel revascularization and myocardial infarction compared to bare-metal stents. The XIMA trial found that both types of stents offered good clinical results in this age group.
Researchers have developed a new microfluidic device that can separate rare cells and blood components with high accuracy and speed. The device uses inertial microfluidics to sort blood into different streams, allowing for rapid diagnosis of conditions such as anemia, malaria, or leukemia.
Researchers developed models from PLCO data to predict smoking status, finding that relapse and continued smoking are linked to demographic and tobacco-related characteristics. The models suggest variables like longer-term smokers, recent quitters, and pipe or cigar smokers are at higher risk for relapse.
A study of 1.3 million women found that quitting smoking can significantly reduce the risk of premature death, with smokers who stop before age 30 avoiding nearly all excess risk. The risks associated with smoking are substantial and increase with the amount smoked, highlighting the importance of quitting to extend life.
Researchers have discovered that older COPD patients are more likely to develop high-risk carotid artery plaque formations and have a greater presence of vulnerable plaques with a lipid core. This finding highlights the increased risk of ischemic events in these patients.
Researchers at Salk Institute discover diabetes increases amyloid beta and tau protein levels, leading to accelerated brain aging. The study suggests the neurovascular system as a potential therapeutic target for early-stage Alzheimer's treatment.
Tropical Storm Son-tinh is a powerful storm with strong thunderstorms in its northwestern quadrant and center. It is expected to make a landfall south of Hanoi, Vietnam on October 28, moving west-northwest at 11 knots.
This new field guide delves into the geological history of the southeastern United States, spanning from the Triassic to the Precambrian period. The guide offers in-depth excursions along various regions, including coastal plains, highlands, and fault systems.
Researchers use atomic layer deposition (ALD) technique to create thin, transparent oxide films that protect silver surfaces from hydrogen sulfide, reducing the need for frequent polishing and coating applications. The new method has potential to preserve historically important artifacts without damaging them.
Researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center have found that men with prostate cancer who receive androgen deprivation therapy are susceptible to heightened fatigue if they carry specific variants of the IL6 and TNFA genes. This discovery highlights the importance of personalized medicine in tailoring therapies to a patient's genetic profile.
Hurricane Sandy is expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds to the Mid-Atlantic region, with forecasters calling it a potential 'Frankenstorm'. NASA satellites have provided crucial rainfall data, helping predict total rainfall amounts of 6-12 inches across Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
Researchers at The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research have discovered that extract from mung bean can reduce the release of HMGB1, thereby increasing survival rates in mice. This finding has promise for the treatment of sepsis in humans.
Renu Virmani received the 2012 TCT Career Achievement Award for her groundbreaking contributions to interventional cardiovascular medicine. The award honors a pioneer in the field of transcatheter cardiovascular therapies.
Claudia R. Baquet, M.D., M.P.H., is being honored for her contributions to cancer health disparities research. She will deliver the third annual AACR Distinguished Lecture on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities.
Land-based hermit crabs remodel their shells to accommodate growth, but rare empty snails on land require them to kick others out of their homes. This unusual behavior is a result of the crabs' evolution to take advantage of a niche, leading to socialization in a typically solitary animal.
A pilot program at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute has demonstrated a significant improvement in patient care for diabetic patients. The program resulted in higher notifications to doctors, referrals to community diabetes management programs, and lower average blood sugar levels among in-patients.
Philippe Généreux, a practicing Interventional Cardiologist and PhD candidate, has been honored with the TCT Young Investigator Award for his outstanding clinical skills and dedication to patient care. The award aims to encourage promising researchers in interventional cardiovascular medicine.
Researchers have developed biodegradable iron-doped silica spheres to tag breast tumors, reducing the need for follow-up surgeries by up to 50%. The particles can be used to destroy tumor tissue with high-intensity focused ultrasound therapy, improving surgical precision and patient trauma.
Researchers at UIUC create novel system to examine and measure nanoscale thermal conductance at material interfaces. They use molecular chains with different chemical groups to observe heat flow at the atomic scale.
Researchers from NREL demonstrated a solar cell with external quantum efficiency exceeding 100 percent, producing up to 30% more current than conventional technology. This breakthrough harnesses the power of multiple exciton generation (MEG) to reduce heat loss and increase electrical energy.
A new $2 million grant will support a pan-continental bioinformatics research network in Africa. The H3ABioNet project aims to aggregate and analyze large datasets, establish collaborations among preexisting centers, and train African students and scientists in bioinformatics.
Researchers have developed tunable-refractive-index materials for solar cells, enabling customizable antireflection coatings to improve efficiency. These coatings are compatible with current manufacturing processes and show great promise for future generations of antireflection technology.
A new study finds that efficient end-use technologies have the potential to contribute large emission reductions and provide higher social returns on investment. However, current innovation efforts are skewed towards energy supply technologies, which may be less effective in mitigating climate change.
The Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) has been found to improve social skills and brain responses to social cues in young children with autism. The study, published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, showed that ESDM increased brain activity associated with recognizing and perceiving social information.
A team of scientists has discovered a critical protein, Utf1, that balances activation and deactivation of genes for cell differentiation. This finding sheds light on the complex process of embryonic stem cell self-renewal and differentiation.
A new HIV test developed at Northwestern University is being tested in Mozambique to deliver a diagnosis in under an hour. The test has a 95% accuracy rate and could significantly improve the rates of infected infants being diagnosed and treated, potentially saving thousands of lives.
Mayo Clinic researchers have developed new tools to better treat ADHD patients in early stages, including a method to enhance parental and teacher input for more effective treatment. The tools also show promise in diagnosing and treating children with both ADHD and oppositional defiance disorder.
Using regional anesthesia reduces need for blood transfusions and major complications in bilateral knee replacements, according to a new study. Patients receiving neuraxial anesthesia had lower rates of blood transfusions compared to general anesthesia.
Agricultural Research Service study found that adding beef manure compost to soil at post-mining sites increased pH, plant-available nutrients, and microbial activity. The compost also lowered lead and zinc availability by 90%, promoting vegetative cover and reducing runoff.
Dr. Barry D. Rutherford, MD, was awarded the TCT 2012 Geoffrey O. Hartzler Master Clinical Operator Award for his technical expertise and innovation in interventional cardiovascular medicine.
Researchers have successfully created near-atomically flat silicon surfaces, a breakthrough that could pave the way for new biological and chemical sensors. The team's innovative process uses computer simulations and infrared spectroscopy to create flat surfaces with alternating single-atom-wide rows.
T-cells use protein signals to communicate with each other, with specific patterns and squishiness preferred. The discovery may help improve T-cell activation for immunotherapy and cancer treatment.
Researchers have developed 'nanobowls' to shield metal catalysts from harsh conditions during biofuel refining. The nanoscale structures can be tailored to enhance functionality and specificity, showing promise for improving the efficiency of biofuel conversion.
Researchers study circadian clocks in cultured cells and find that the transcription factor BMAL1 must die for the DBP gene to function. This discovery offers a possible explanation for how different genes have distinct daily cycles of expression.
Researchers are developing high-technology ways to see and think about modern cities, using tools like online mapping and modelling to transform the urban experience. This technology enables real-time engagement with citizens through social media, providing valuable insights into city movements and activity patterns.
A WSU study found that young adults who use social media to express their political beliefs are more likely to participate in public affairs. The study analyzed over 400 undergraduate college students and found that those interested in election information were more likely to use digital sources to learn about elections.
A new study suggests that high-glitz child pageants are more about satisfying parents than the children's needs. Participation can lead to harm in children's health and self-esteem due to pressure for physical perfection and objectification. The author warns of 'princess by proxy' distortion where parents prioritize their own achieveme...
Scientists at Lund University are using optogenetics to investigate the behavior of transplanted brain cells in a model of Parkinson's disease. The study aims to determine whether light can be used to reinforce dopamine production and improve the effectiveness of nerve cell transplantation.
Researchers developed a new production process called carbon nanotube templated microfabrication (CNT-M) to create stronger microstructures for MEMS applications. By replacing air spaces with a filler material, they enhanced the durability of vertically aligned carbon nanotubes.
The radial approach has been shown to significantly reduce the incidence of major bleeding and access site complications compared to the femoral approach. In STEMI patients undergoing primary PCI within 12 hours, radial access was associated with a lower rate of major adverse cardiovascular events.
A nationwide study found that intensive early intervention therapy can normalize brain activity, decrease autism symptoms and improve social skills in young children with autism. The therapy, called Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), was effective in improving cognition and language skills among very young children with autism.
Researchers at UTHealth have developed a new technique to test 15 times more bacterial genes than previous years, uncovering potential roles in infection. The study could lead to vaccine candidates, better diagnostic tools, and targeted drug intervention.
A new study published in the FASEB Journal found that bimatoprost, a commonly prescribed glaucoma drug, stimulates human hair growth from the scalp. The drug has been commercially available to lengthen eyelashes, but this is its first application for treating baldness.