Researchers at Mount Sinai identified reliable predictors of pain in inpatients, enabling interdisciplinary teams to develop targeted intervention plans. These plans resulted in decreased pain levels and increased patient satisfaction across various departments, with reported pain levels decreasing by 3.6% per quarter.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalAmerican Journal of Medical Quality·DateSep 21, 2012
A new study reveals racial differences in how body mass index affects blood pressure in children, with black children showing a greater impact. Black children's blood pressure was 8% higher than white children's, suggesting targeted prevention strategies may be necessary.
Researchers found that IVRs with male voices tend to be perceived as more usable than those with female voices, but they are not considered more trustworthy. The study encourages designers to consider voice characteristics when developing future systems to improve user experience.
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Researchers Dr. Helen Genova and Starla Weaver received three-year grants to investigate cognitive function after traumatic brain injury. They aim to develop strategies for rehabilitation using neuroimaging techniques like diffusion tensor imaging.
A recent study funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) explores the effectiveness of 'nudge' and 'think' techniques in encouraging citizen participation. The researchers found that nudge techniques, such as doorstep canvassing and public recognition, yielded better results but were not always sustained in the long term.
Scientists predict that climate change will rehabilitate the ecosystem of around 2.5 million years ago on Bylot Island in Nunavut, Canada. The island's fossilized forest is between 2.6 and 3 million years old, with wood samples preserved in peat and permafrost.
Tropical Storm Nadine has cleared of convection, indicating a decrease in thunderstorms. A low-pressure area is forming in the central Atlantic, while another in the eastern Pacific shows promising signs of organization and warm sea surface temperatures.
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Researchers found that blocking the activity of PUMA and NOXA proteins may lead to new strategies to protect women's fertility. The study also showed that missing these proteins can provide protection against radiation damage, potentially delaying menopause and prolonging female fertility.
SourceMonash University·JournalMolecular Cell·DateSep 21, 2012
Researchers found that genetic diversity in natural killer cells contributes to lung cancer susceptibility. In mice, manipulating the immune system can significantly block tumor growth. The study suggests a key role for natural killer cells in lung cancer, potentially offering new targets for therapy.
SourceWashU Medicine·JournalCancer Research·DateSep 21, 2012
A new study finds that environmental cues like queue guides can serve as virtual boundaries, dividing those waiting into in-system and out-system categories. This divide is associated with increased action initiation, persistence, and optimism.
SourceColumbia Business School·JournalPsychological Science·DateSep 21, 2012
A historian has discovered three previously unknown essays by Edmund Burke, a prominent British statesman from the 18th century. The newly attributed manuscripts offer insight into Burke's philosophical thinking and intellectual influences, which likely shaped his 30-year parliamentary career.
SourceQueen Mary University of London·JournalThe Historical Journal·DateSep 21, 2012
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Researchers reveal that beneficial root bacteria, like Bacillus subtilis, suppress plant immunity to control the relationship, boosting growth through nitrogen conversion. This complex interaction raises questions about the benefits and drawbacks of these symbiotic relationships.
SourceUniversity of Delaware·JournalPLANT PHYSIOLOGY·DateSep 21, 2012
Researchers at Michigan State University have discovered how E. coli evolved to consume citrate, a previously inaccessible food source. The study reveals that multiple mutations were required for the bacteria to develop this new trait, and that complex traits can evolve quickly and repeatedly in microbial populations.
SourceU.S. National Science Foundation·JournalNature·DateSep 21, 2012
Researchers have successfully imaged cells growing on spherical surfaces using a novel class of substrates. This technique has potential applications in cancer detection and treatment, as well as stem cell differentiation and tissue engineering.
SourceFlorida Institute of Technology·JournalReview of Scientific Instruments·DateSep 21, 2012
The study investigates the effects of Mikania micrantha on agriculture and human communities in Chitwan National Park. Researchers aim to understand the social and ecological forces that make communities more resistant or vulnerable to rapid environmental change.
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A global study has found that anaesthetic-related deaths have declined dramatically over the past five decades, with a 90% reduction in post-anaesthetic fatalities since before the 1970s. The study, published in The Lancet, also revealed an 88% decrease in mortality rates within 48 hours of surgery globally.
SourceLawson Research Institute·JournalThe Lancet·DateSep 21, 2012
A Spanish research study has identified 23 nuclear power plants in Asia and beyond as being at high risk due to tsunamis, including Fukushima I. The study found that 74 reactors are located in the east and southeast of Asia, with some countries like China, Japan, South Korea, India, and Pakistan also facing significant risks.
SourceSpanish Foundation for Science and Technology·JournalNatural Hazards·DateSep 21, 2012
New research reveals that our moral judgments can be driven by intuition and emotional reactions, but also regulated through reappraisal. Additionally, studies show that visual imagery plays a crucial role in shaping our moral decisions, particularly in cases involving difficult trade-offs.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateSep 21, 2012
A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that adolescents who eliminated sugar-sweetened beverages for one year gained less weight than those who didn't. The study showed that providing non-caloric beverages to teens can be an effective intervention to help combat adolescent obesity.
SourceBoston Children's Hospital·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateSep 21, 2012
Researchers at Simon Fraser University have developed a novel technology to produce an enzyme used to treat lysosomal storage disease, reducing costs by up to $300,000 per year. The breakthrough uses greenhouse-grown maize seeds to manipulate messenger RNAs and control sugar processing, paving the way for more affordable treatments.
SourceSimon Fraser University·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 21, 2012
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A Florida State University researcher is studying the unique ability shared between histone deacetylase inhibitors and psychostimulant drugs to control gene expression. The goal is to root out dormant HIV cells evading treatment and develop new treatments, potentially leading to an HIV cure.
A new sensor and monitoring system is being developed to enable consumers to monitor their energy, gas, and water use, saving them money. The system, funded by the NSF, uses pervasive computing technology to provide homeowners and businesses with real-time insights into their resource consumption.
The University of Texas at Arlington's College of Nursing and School of Social Work will use a $900,000 grant to develop an interprofessional education program for graduate students. The program will focus on teaching nurses and social workers to work collaboratively through in-person collaboration, virtual meetings, and simulations.
A phase II study found denosumab decreased giant cells and increased new bone formation in patients with giant-cell tumor of the bone, offering an alternative to radical surgery. The treatment reduced tumor burden by 90% or greater in all 20 patients, improving outcomes for young patients who previously required joint replacements.
SourceAmerican Association for Cancer Research·JournalClinical Cancer Research·DateSep 21, 2012
The Ruth L. and David S. Gottesman Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Research at Albert Einstein College of Medicine hosted its first stem cell institute symposium, showcasing the latest research on induced pluripotent stem cells and hematopoietic stem cells. The event featured four presentations by renowned speakers fr...
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Researchers found that eggs that don't fertilise due to defective PLCz protein can be treated with human PLCz, initiating fertilisation and improving pregnancy chances. The study strengthens potential use of PLCz in treating male infertility.
SourceCardiff University·JournalFertility and Sterility·DateSep 21, 2012
A new study has documented the experiences of women receiving abnormal prenatal chromosomal microarray testing results, revealing a range of negative reactions. The research highlights the importance of providing emotional support and nuanced counseling to help parents navigate the ambiguities of genetic testing.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalGenetics in Medicine·DateSep 21, 2012
Tropical Storm Jelawat forms in the northwestern Pacific Ocean, with NASA's Terra satellite capturing its true-color image on Sept. 20. The storm has maximum sustained winds near 45 knots, moving west-southwest at 7 knots.
Researchers studied how naked mole-rats adapt to acidic environments, finding that they don't respond to acidification with physiological or behavioral responses. This lack of response is thought to be related to their unique nerve system, which may offer clues to alleviating pain in humans.
SourceUniversity of Illinois Chicago·JournalPLOS ONE·DateSep 21, 2012
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The European Society for Medical Oncology has released the ESMO 2012 Congress press conference schedule, featuring live streaming and remote participation. Media representatives can access updated information on the official ESMO website.
SourceEuropean Society for Medical Oncology·DateSep 21, 2012
Griffith University researchers have developed a new technique for ultra-precise motion tracking using quantum-enhanced optical phase tracking. By combining
A study of over 2,500 medical students found that those anticipating high debt levels and prioritizing income were more likely to choose high-paying specialties. The findings highlight the need for measures to encourage primary care careers, such as incentive pay and scholarships.
SourceAlbert Einstein College of Medicine·JournalMedical Education·DateSep 21, 2012
A study of 234 people with high blood pressure found that those with poor sleep quality were twice as likely to have resistant hypertension. Women were more likely to report lower sleep quality than men.
Melbourne researchers have discovered a new way to protect female fertility by targeting two proteins that cause egg cell death. The study found that blocking the activity of PUMA and NOXA can prevent damaged eggs from dying, potentially maintaining fertility in women undergoing cancer treatment.
SourceWalter and Eliza Hall Institute·JournalMolecular Cell·DateSep 21, 2012
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A UT Arlington civil engineering assistant professor is teaming up with a private sector engineer to develop a tool for rehabilitating manholes. The project aims to improve the structural capabilities of common manhole materials and provide vital information for decision-makers.
Researchers at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory have discovered that the protein DOCK7 regulates the fate decision of radial glial cells, determining whether they proliferate or differentiate into neurons. DOCK7 interacts with TACC3 to control interkinetic nuclear migration, a mechanism essential for cortical development.
SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateSep 21, 2012
Researchers found that greater sugar-sweetened beverage consumption is associated with a higher genetic susceptibility to high BMI and increased obesity risk. The study suggests that environmental factors can amplify the genetic risk of obesity by consuming sugary drinks.
SourceHarvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateSep 21, 2012
A recent study by researchers at North Carolina State University found that many medical students are opting for higher-paying specialties like dermatology and radiology due to the significantly higher incomes they offer. In contrast, primary care physicians earn substantially less, with a median income of just under $200,000 per year.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalMedical Education·DateSep 21, 2012
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Researchers found a unique partnership between tiny algae and specialized bacteria that fix nitrogen from the atmosphere, supporting the oceans' fertilization and contributing to global carbon cycles. The discovery provides insights into an early stage in photosynthesis evolution, analogous to chloroplasts in plants.
SourceU.S. National Science Foundation·JournalScience·DateSep 21, 2012
Scientists have discovered an enzyme in a bacterium that can catalyse an aromatic nitration reaction, potentially reducing the use of corrosive chemicals like nitric acid. The enzyme, TxtE, could be used to create environmentally-benign biocatalysts for industrial production.
SourceUniversity of Warwick·JournalNature Chemical Biology·DateSep 21, 2012
A simple three-question paper-and-pencil survey can effectively identify women experiencing symptoms that may indicate ovarian cancer. The study involved 1,200 women and found that the screening tool identified 5% of women with a positive symptom score, resulting in one diagnosis of ovarian cancer.
SourceFred Hutchinson Cancer Center·JournalOpen Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology·DateSep 21, 2012
Tropical cyclones in the Arabian Sea have intensified since 1997, attributed to decreased vertical wind shear. The earlier occurrence of these storms is linked to a warming Asian landmass and an advanced southwesterly monsoon onset. This shift creates more favorable conditions for tropical cyclone formation and intensification.
SourceUniversity of Hawaii ‑ SOEST·JournalNature·DateSep 21, 2012
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Researchers at Columbia University have developed a novel approach for single molecule electronic DNA sequencing that can accurately distinguish four DNA bases using nanopores. The technique, called Nano-SBS, uses distinct chemical tags to label DNA building blocks, overcoming the challenge of small differences among the four nucleotides.
SourceColumbia University·JournalScientific Reports·DateSep 21, 2012
New research found that lithium-responsive patients exhibit increased expression of anti-apoptotic genes like Bcl2 and IRS2, while those who don't respond show decreased Bcl2 levels. This study provides insight into personalized treatment for bipolar disorder.
SourceBMC (BioMed Central)·JournalBiology of Mood & Anxiety Disorders·DateSep 21, 2012