Researchers found a six percentage point higher probability of small women-owned businesses obtaining loans than those with male owners. However, women-owned companies have lower profit rates and similar productivity as men's companies, suggesting no immediate reason to favor loans for women.
Research finds that children whose bond with mother was disrupted early in life show similar responses to adoptive mother and strangers in the amygdala, indicating potential long-term effects on social interaction. Longitudinal study of 67 youths aged 4-17 reveals reduced amygdala differentiation and increased indiscriminate friendliness.
A study using cardiac MRI found that energy drink consumption increased peak strain and systolic strain rates in the left ventricle of the heart. The researchers advise caution for children and individuals with heart disease, highlighting the need for further studies on long-term effects.
Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have developed a novel co-catalyst system that efficiently converts carbon dioxide to carbon monoxide, a useful starting material for synthesizing fuels. The system uses inexpensive and easy-to-fabricate carbon-based nanofiber materials, offering a promising solution for producing synth...
Researchers have successfully inserted custom genes into mouse sperm, which are then inherited by their offspring and subsequent generations. The study paves the way for a new frontier in genetic medicine, where diseases can be effectively cured and new human attributes may be possible.
Researchers at the American Dental Association's Anthony Volpe Research Center have received a $2.2 million grant to develop new resin composite dental fillings. The goal is to create self-healing systems that can significantly extend the life of composites, addressing the issue of current materials degrading over time.
NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center researchers are part of a new virtual institute focusing on space science and human exploration. They will apply models to understand plasma interactions with asteroids, small bodies, and the effects of solar wind and radiation.
Researchers found that inhibiting antioxidant proteins reduced tumor growth and induced cell death in lung cancer cells. In a mouse model, the inhibitor ATN-224 also reduced tumor sizes when combined with another drug.
Researchers have found that blocking two proteins on smooth muscle cells can cause complete male infertility without affecting long-term sexual behavior. A potential oral male contraceptive drug could be developed within ten years, offering a safe and reversible alternative to current methods.
Researchers found that oxycodone is the most popular drug due to its high quality, while hydrocodone remains a favorite despite lower euphoric qualities. Hydrocodone's popularity stems from its affordability, ease of access, and perceived safety, making it an attractive option for risk-averse users.
A modeling study by US Forest Service researchers shows that reforesting the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley can significantly reduce runoff from agricultural lands and sediment entering rivers and streams. Converting agricultural lands to forests in or near battures can greatly lessen water outflow and reduce sediment load, with a t...
Researchers have sequenced and analyzed the Burmese python genome, revealing genes that enable extreme feats of organ remodeling and digestion. The study sheds light on the evolutionary biology of snakes and may hold vital clues for treating human diseases such as metabolic disorders and cancer.
Theoretical calculations reveal previously unknown layers where nuclear reactions within the crust cause rapid neutrino cooling, altering our understanding of neutron star hot surfaces. Researchers now face new questions about the star's thermal dynamics and discovery potential of the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams.
Researchers at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have identified a promising new therapeutic path for colorectal cancer by disarming the BMI-1 gene, which drives self-renewal in stem cells. Inhibiting this gene resulted in long-term and irreversible impairment of tumour growth, providing strong evidence for its clinical relevance.
A new study reveals that marine reserves can build community resilience through mechanisms promoting species stability, while resisting colonization by warm-water vagrants. The research highlights the importance of long-term data on fish species in understanding ecological change.
A nanosponge vaccine has been developed to combat MRSA toxins, triggering neutralizing antibodies and fighting off lethal doses in mice. The vaccine was found to be safer and more effective than traditional toxoid vaccines made from heat-treated staph toxin.
Researchers analyzed GPS data from the 2010 Maule earthquake, revealing a 'silent' afterslip that triggered aftershocks. The study suggests local processes, such as pressurized fluids, drive aftershock activity independently of large-scale stress transfer.
Researchers have successfully transformed human stem cells into functional lung and airway cells, opening up new possibilities for regenerative medicine. The breakthrough has significant implications for modeling lung diseases, screening drugs, and studying human lung development.
Researchers used a dual-electrode photoelectrochemistry method to study the flow of electrons at semiconductor-electrocatalyst junctions. They found that thin layers of ion-porous electrocatalyst material work best, reducing energy loss associated with the catalyst-semiconductor interface.