The TRMM satellite calculated heavy rainfall generated by Hurricane Norbert and Tropical Storm Dolly. Rainfall totals were greater than 300 mm, affecting the open waters of the Pacific Ocean and near Mexico's western and Gulf coasts.
Research reveals that brown tide algae can survive and thrive in conditions degraded by human activity, such as low light and high organic nutrients. The study also highlights the unexpected ability of these algae to pump toxic arsenic out of their cells into water.
Researchers Brooke Feeney and Nancy L. Collins identify two support functions that help individuals thrive through close relationships: source of strength (SOS) support and relational catalyst (RC) support. SOS support enables individuals to cope with stress, while RC support fosters opportunities for growth and positive well-being.
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified several new genetic causes of Wilms tumor, a type of kidney cancer found only in children. The most common mutations were found in genes called DROSHA and DICER1, which affect the production of microRNAs that control cell growth.
A new blood test developed by researchers at the University of Manchester and The Christie NHS Foundation Trust may soon be used to tailor treatment for ovarian cancer patients. The test predicts patient response to targeted therapies such as bevacizumab, allowing for personalized treatment plans while sparing those unlikely to benefit.
A team of scientists used the Hyb-Seq method to sequence hundreds of nuclear loci and plastomes from milkweeds, providing a significant advance over previous methods. This approach combines target enrichment and genome skimming to reduce genomic complexity and increase sequencing efficiency.
The California blue whale population has rebounded to near historical levels, according to new research. The recovery is attributed to careful management and conservation measures, rather than ship strikes or other human-caused factors.
Researchers at Syracuse University have created biomimetic sacs that undergo spontaneous oscillations and tunable frequency, mimicking the behavior of living cells. The discovery has significant implications for the development of artificial cells and clocks.
Researchers found that banked blood membranes become stiffer over time, decreasing the cells' functionality and ability to carry oxygen into tiny microcapillaries. This decrease in functionality can lead to major clinical problems, such as impaired oxygen transport in the brain.
A population-based case-control study found no evidence that wearing a bra increases the risk of breast cancer among postmenopausal women. The study analyzed bra-wearing habits in relation to breast cancer risk using a rigorous epidemiological study design, providing reassurance to women about their bra-wearing habits.
A study published in PLOS ONE suggests that domesticated peaches can be traced back to the lower Yangtze River Valley in Southern China around 7,500 years ago. The researchers analyzed ancient peach stones and found significant growth in size over time, indicating intentional breeding and selection.
The Glanville fritillary genome, approximately 390 million base pairs long, has been fully sequenced at the University of Helsinki. The study confirms a key hypothesis about the ancestral lepidopteran species' chromosome count, revealing stability over 140 million years.
A new vaccine candidate, GP2, has shown a 57% reduction in recurrence rates among high-risk breast cancer patients. The vaccine targets CD8+ cells and was combined with an immune stimulant to enhance its effectiveness.
A new study confirms a strong link between air pollution and lung health in European adults, with people suffering from obesity particularly vulnerable. The findings emphasize the importance of educating about clean air and urge policymakers to update guidelines to meet WHO-recommended air quality standards.
Researchers found that adopting the USDA's 'Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010' would lead to a 12% increase in diet-related greenhouse gas emissions due to increased consumption of dairy products and seafood. In contrast, reducing daily caloric intake while shifting to a healthier diet would result in only a 1% decrease in emissions.
The report highlights how stigma, including public and structural forms, prevents individuals from seeking mental health care. Effective approaches to addressing stigma, such as promoting personal stories of recovery and enhancing support systems, are identified.
A new study from the University at Buffalo Research Institute on Addictions found that female college students who experienced severe sexual assault were three times more likely to experience severe sexual assault the following year. The researchers also discovered that women who have been victims may need to be followed for months to ...
The project aims to create a mobile app that enables park visitors to learn about the park's history, ecology, and scientific features while contributing to citizen science. The app will be available for download on Apple and Android devices and will allow users to log in and save their findings.
A new study found that caffeine therapy for apnea of prematurity does not have long-term harmful effects on sleep or control of breathing in children. The study, which assessed 201 preterm children at ages 5-12, showed no evidence of long-term detrimental effects of caffeine treatment on sleep duration or sleep apnea during childhood.
Researchers found that a flu virus can inflame nasal tissue and increase bacterial growth, leading to middle ear infections. The study suggests that the flu virus modifies the immune system's response to certain bacteria, enabling them to infect the middle ear.
Researchers from Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology published experimental data on jet fuel combustion, defining induction periods for various temperatures, pressures, and blending ratios. The study focuses on kerosene, a complex mixture of hydrocarbons, and aims to validate kinetic models for its burning.
Researchers have created a high-entropy alloy that exhibits exceptional damage tolerance, tensile strength and fracture toughness values, even improving its properties at cryogenic temperatures. The alloy's unique nano-twinning phenomenon contributes to its remarkable mechanical behavior.
Researchers have uncovered how bacteria control their growth and division by destroying key proteins through regulated protein degradation, a critical process for bacterial virulence. Understanding this mechanism may lead to the discovery of new antibiotics targeting pathways that allow bacteria to overcome stressful conditions.
Scientists at the University of Liverpool have discovered that changes in messenger molecule mRNA creation and destruction rates contribute to osteoarthritis. The study highlights key genes involved in the disease and offers hope for developing targeted therapies.
Researchers from the Niels Bohr Institute used new analytical techniques to reconstruct past temperatures in Greenland ice cores, contradicting a long-held assumption. By analyzing oxygen isotope O18 and nitrogen content, they found that central Greenland was warmer around 12,000 years ago compared to 15,000 years ago.
A new breast cancer radiation trial offers once-weekly regimens with no adverse effects, resulting in better completion rates and lowered costs. The study found that this approach allows for more convenience and choice for patients, improving their ability to complete treatment, while reducing costs by up to 50-60%.
Researchers discovered a unique population of neurons in the lateral intraparietal area that shift their sensitivity to color and direction based on what's being attended. This study provides new insights into how the brain combines visual information for decision-making and higher-order processes.
NASA's Aqua satellite captured remnants of Tropical Depression Dolly over northeastern Mexico on Sept. 3, showing a band of thunderstorms spiraling over the Texas/Mexico border. The TRMM satellite detected moderate to heavy rainfall in southern Texas due to low-to-mid-level moisture from Dolly's remnants.
Researchers have developed a new reprogramming factor cocktail that produces high-quality induced pluripotent stem cells with fewer genetic abnormalities. The SNEL combination outperforms existing methods, such as OSKM, in terms of cell quality and efficiency.
The Lancet has published new international growth standards for fetal development, providing accurate measurements of ideal growth from conception to birth. These standards will help identify signs of under-nutrition, stunting, wasting, and overweight in newborns, enabling early intervention to reduce long-term health problems.
Researchers develop a novel method to determine how T cells differentiate into specialized types of cells that help eradicate infected cells. The study identifies two previously unknown factors, Cyclin T1 and Cdk9, which work together during T cell differentiation.
Research finds that brain regions associated with learning and emotion regulation are activated when people perceive control over setbacks, promoting persistence. This knowledge has implications for education and treatment programs.
Research led by UC Riverside scientist James O. Sickman found declining levels of carbonaceous particles in Sierra Nevada lakes, indicating improved air quality and reduced acid rain. This decline has allowed sensitive aquatic species to thrive, preserving native clams, zooplankton, sponges, and invertebrates.
A recent study found a significant increase in liver injury caused by herbals and dietary supplements in the US population over a ten-year period. Non-bodybuilding supplements were more likely to result in death or liver transplantation compared to conventional medications.
A study published in Neuron found that the brain has an intrinsic anti-addiction response that can be boosted to prevent relapse. This 'anti-relapse' circuitry remodeling is induced by cocaine exposure and decreases craving, offering new neurobiological targets for interventions.
Researchers have developed a new theoretical model that explains how nanostructures like the nano-pea pod can exhibit localized electrons. The findings reveal that localised electrons' appearance is strongly dependent on the variation of the length of the connecting wires in the bent chain.
A study from the University of Bristol and Bergen found that geological factors like rock area drive biodiversity, rather than measures like fossil collections or formations. This discovery alters our understanding of life's history through time.
Researchers found a link between residential geography, time spent in the sun, and XFS risk. Wearing sunglasses for summer hours reduced odds of XFS by 2%.
A University of Kentucky research team has made a surprising discovery about oxidized LDL's role in cholesterol transport. The findings indicate that mildly oxidized LDL may actually prevent increases in cholesterol accumulation in arterial walls, potentially leading to new treatments for heart disease.
The Rosetta-Alice spectrograph has obtained the first far ultraviolet spectra of a cometary surface, revealing an unusually dark comet surface and no large water-ice patches. Hydrogen and oxygen have been detected in the comet's coma.
Researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center have successfully grown prostate cancer organoids from human tumors, providing a new tool for testing cancer drugs and personalizing treatment. The addition of these organoids doubles the number of existing prostate cancer cell lines, offering a more accurate representation of the d...
A new study by researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health suggests that normal-weight nutrition and exercise counselors report feeling significantly more successful in getting their obese patients to lose weight than those who are overweight or obese. Patients may be more receptive to those who practice what they pr...
The BitSeq method has been found to produce clearly the most reliable results in measuring gene expression, outperforming other methods in accuracy and efficiency. The approach accounts for uncertainty and error in RNA-seq data, providing a more accurate representation of gene expression levels.
A new study suggests that spending time outdoors may contribute to the development of exfoliation syndrome in the eyes. The research found a link between UV radiation and the condition, with people living at higher latitudes and spending more time outside having a greater risk of developing XFS.
Researchers created a new membrane that can remove harmful greenhouse gases from the atmosphere, including carbon dioxide, at a lower cost and higher efficiency than current technologies.
A new INFORMS study finds that customer experience plays a crucial role in influencing purchase decisions during good economic times. The researchers discovered that customers focus on past experiences and satisfaction levels when the economy is strong, leading to increased revenue gains for firms that improve customer experience.
A new study documents the warming of Greenland's large ice sheet at the end of the last ice age, resolving a long-standing paradox over when that warming occurred. The researchers used nitrogen isotope ratios to reconstruct air temperatures and found significant warming in response to increasing atmospheric CO2.
A recent study published in Journal of the American Society of Nephrology found that CKD patients who experience multiple heart failure hospitalizations are at a higher risk of developing kidney failure. The study's findings suggest that coordinated care between specialists is crucial in managing these patients.
A recent study co-authored by a University of Georgia researcher found that the U.S. government is making effective use of social mediators to bridge communication with people around the world. Social media engagement was found to be medium-high for both formal and informal social mediators, but low for news media.
Researchers at the University of Leicester have identified a genetic connection between day-length measurement and seasonal adaptation in flies. The study found that flies exposed to short days become more cold-resistant, reflecting the importance of photoperiodic timing for survival.
A new series on child deaths in high-income countries reveals that many deaths are preventable, with socioeconomic factors playing a significant role. The series calls for improved healthcare services and social policies to tackle child poverty and reduce inequality.
Researchers at Lund University discovered inflammation and changes in the intestinal barrier function early in MS, indicating a potential link to disease progression. The study suggests that damage to the intestinal barrier may prevent the body from ending an autoimmune reaction, leading to chronic diseases like MS.
Researchers identified rare stem cells in testis that produce PAX7, helping give rise to new sperm cells and potentially restoring fertility. These stem cells were found to be highly resistant to cancer treatments, suggesting they may play a key role in recovering fertility.
A recent study found that postmenopausal women who consume higher amounts of potassium are less likely to experience strokes and die. Fruits and vegetables are rich sources of potassium and may help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke and death among older women.
Scientists sequenced the coffee plant genome to uncover its unique characteristics. The study found that genes related to caffeine production evolved independently in coffee, tea, and chocolate, suggesting that coffee developed its own pathways for caffeine production.
The Hartman Foundation is investing $300,000 in the co-op program to provide real-world learning experiences for engineering students. The foundation aims to increase participation and make the program more accessible.
Researchers from Penn and Florida developed a plant-based approach to prevent antibodies forming against clotting factor proteins in people with hemophilia. This method, which uses genetically modified plants to induce tolerance, showed promise in preventing inhibitor formation and even reversing it in mice.
A massive 85-foot-long and 65-ton dinosaur, Dreadnoughtus schrani, has been discovered with the most complete skeleton ever found of its type. The fossil offers an unprecedented window into the anatomy and biomechanics of this giant animal.
The largest land animal for which mass can be accurately calculated, Dreadnoughtus measures 85 feet in length and is estimated to weigh around 65 tons. Its nearly complete skeleton provides unprecedented insights into the anatomy and biomechanics of massive animals that once roamed Earth.
A phase III trial found that continuous REVLIMID (lenalidomide) with dexamethasone improved progression-free survival and reduced risk of disease progression compared to standard treatment. Patients treated with continuous REVLIMID plus dexamethasone showed a significant reduction in risk of progression or death.