A new study reveals that early life stress affects the way genes are activated, leading to long-term emotional and physical health problems. Researchers found an association between a particular gene and parenting styles, which can impact children's brain development and stress response.
Dr. Brenner's work has contributed significantly to advancing the field of gene transfer using retroviral vectors in cancer immunotherapy. He is recognized for his contributions to developing genetically modified T cells that can effectively target tumors.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that ancestral exposure to the pesticide methoxychlor can lead to adult-onset diseases like kidney disease and obesity in future generations. The researchers discovered epigenetic changes caused by methoxychlor exposure, which were transmitted through the female line and affected gene expression.
A USGS study reveals neonicotinoid insecticides are commonly found in streams throughout the Midwest, with clothianidin detected in 75% of sites. The chemicals persist in water and groundwater bodies, posing risks to aquatic organisms.
Yushan Yan's research team has developed a method to create crystalline porous polymers with large pores and excellent thermal stability. These materials have potential applications in catalysis, separations and energy storage, offering new possibilities for the chemical and petroleum industries.
Researchers found that experiential products satisfy a different psychological need than life experiences, providing similar levels of happiness. These products allow consumers to utilize and develop new skills and knowledge.
A new species of narrow-mouthed frog, Chiasmocleis quilombola, was discovered in the Atlantic Forest of Espírito Santo State, Brazil. The species is tiny, reaching only 14mm in length, and its heroic name refers to the quilombos communities that provided refuge for escaped slaves.
Researchers at Duke University Medical Center found that two B-cell lineage antibodies teamed up to stimulate broadly neutralizing antibodies in people with HIV infection. This cooperative mechanism may lead to a global vaccine strategy by inducing high levels of such antibodies in approximately 20% of individuals with HIV infection.
Researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine are developing a drug discovery project targeting Parkinson's disease using a newly identified target and chaperone-mediated autophagy. The goal is to develop a prototype drug that can treat the underlying cause of the disease.
Researchers from the University of Bristol found that patients who saw the same GP every time they attended their GP surgery were less likely to require emergency care. The report recommends targeted increases in continuity of care for high-risk groups, including older patients and those with multiple conditions.
Researchers at The New York Stem Cell Foundation have developed a new protocol to induce pluripotent stem cells into oligodendrocytes, the myelin-forming cells implicated in multiple sclerosis. This accelerated approach cuts production time almost in half, enabling researchers to study disease progression and develop potential treatments.
Studies have shown that wireless home automation systems can be vulnerable to attacks, allowing hackers to gain insight into users' behavioral patterns. Even encrypted systems can provide valuable information to third parties, putting inhabitants' privacy at risk.
A new study found that different fish species respond uniquely to noise pollution, with three-spined sticklebacks reacting faster to sound when a predator is present. This discovery highlights the need for targeted management of noise in marine environments to mitigate its effects on aquatic ecosystems.
A literature review found that metzitzah b'peh, a Jewish circumcision procedure involving oral suction, is likely a source of herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) transmissions in infants. The practice has been linked to severe morbidity and potentially death in newborns, highlighting the need for further research.
The study found that invertebrate numbers decreased by 45% over a 35-year period, with habitat loss and climate disruption being major contributors. This decline compromises nature's ability to provide essential services such as pollination, pest control, nutrient cycling, and water filtration.
A new study from the University of Georgia found that people who were surprised by election outcomes are more skeptical of government and democracy. The study suggests that media fragmentation can lead to hearing only what individuals want to hear, eroding trust in elections and government.
A smartphone app study tracked daily activities and stool samples to analyze the impact of life events on gut microbiota. The results showed that specific events, such as moving abroad or getting food poisoning, significantly altered the composition of gut bacteria.
A new study by the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management finds that people who think of love as perfect unity have worse relationships than those who view it as a journey. Recalling conflicts with the unity frame in mind leads to less relationship satisfaction, while recalling celebrations has the opposite effect.
A new review in Science cautions that the loss and decline of animals are contributing to what appears to be the early days of the planet's sixth mass biological extinction event. Human activity and habitat loss are driving the die-off, with large animals facing the highest rate of decline.
The Zerenex PERFECTED study demonstrated a highly statistically significant change in serum phosphorus, increases in serum ferritin and transferrin saturation, and significant reductions in IV iron and ESA usage. This could lead to significant pharmaco-economic benefits and improved patient care.
A study by NYU's Steinhardt School found that vouchers to buy fresh fruits and vegetables at farmers markets increased the amount of produce in the diets of some economically disadvantaged women. More than half reported consuming vegetables more frequently, with those who consumed little produce initially seeing the greatest increase.
Researchers found that people who engaged in media use after work experienced higher levels of guilt and feelings of failure, rather than relaxation and recovery. This suggests that the use of media can conflict with other important duties and goals in everyday life.
Hundreds of wildfires covered central Africa in mid-July 2014, with multiple hotspots detected across the region. Strong winds exacerbated smoke from the fires, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Researchers have discovered a way to control quantum dot triplets using electrical impulses, which could lead to faster quantum computers. The study shows that changing the coupling of three coherently coupled quantum dots can induce a phase transition between entangled and disentangled electron states.
Researchers discovered that CKAMP44 and TARP Gamma-8 proteins play a crucial role in controlling the flow of information into the hippocampus, a brain region essential for learning and memory. The proteins influence glutamate receptor activity, promoting or weakening synaptic connections, and enabling rapid sequence of signals.
Early joint attention before one year is linked to later autism symptoms in high-risk siblings. Babies with lower levels of initiating joint attention without smiling are more likely to have elevated ASD symptoms by 30 months.
A Tel Aviv University study found Israeli youths exposed to terrorism and conflict suffer higher levels of anxiety, phobia, and depression than their US counterparts. Girls are particularly vulnerable, with more severe psychiatric pathologies reported than boys.
A study by the University of York found that community-led marine conservation is emerging as a key tool in the Western Indian Ocean, with over half of sites now under local stewardship. Locally managed marine areas have proven cost-effective and socially acceptable alternatives to traditional top-down methods.
A new study published in Computers in Human Behavior found that nearly 70% of social sharing took place via media, with participants preferring texting and Twitter for positive events. However, sharing negative news led to increased feelings of sadness and anxiety, highlighting the importance of considering emotional well-being when sh...
A new study led by Dr. Marc Rodger finds that low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) has no positive benefits for pregnant women, and may even cause harm by increasing bleeding and reducing access to anesthesia during childbirth. The study's results are a significant relief for many women who had been prescribed the treatment for decades.
Three plant-derived compounds, caffeic acid, rosmarinic acid, and trans-cinnamic acid, have been found to protect human skin cells from gamma radiation-induced damage during cancer radiotherapy. The compounds reduced reactive oxygen species and DNA damage by up to 40% and 15%, respectively.
Researchers found that only 8.2% of human DNA has a clear function, with most being 'junk' DNA. This figure challenges the previous claim of 80% functional DNA, highlighting the need for a more precise definition of 'function'.
A new study suggests that the synchronization of North Atlantic and North Pacific climate variability preceded abrupt warming and the end of the last ice age. The researchers found that the combined warming of the two oceans provided a tipping point for rapid melting of northern ice sheets.
A new study by PhysTEC has identified two crucial factors for sustaining university and college programs designed to increase the number of highly qualified physics teachers. Faculty members who champion physics teacher education, combined with institutional motivation and commitment, can ensure program viability.
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have discovered the atomic structure of tropomodulin, a protein that caps actin filaments and regulates muscle movement. The study provides new insights into how mutations in tropomodulin can cause muscle disorders, such as nemaline myopathy.
Research at University at Buffalo found that treating overweight children with their parents leads to sustained weight loss for both, with parents losing an average of 14 pounds. This approach, compared to targeting only the child, resulted in a more appropriate weight gain while growing normally in height.
Research found that one in three female triathletes suffer from urinary incontinence, bowel incontinence, or pelvic organ prolapse. High-impact sports like triathlon training can lead to decreased energy, menstrual irregularities, and abnormal bone density due to inadequate nutrition.
A meta-analysis of 49 studies found that community service with reflection has a substantial, beneficial effect on adolescents' academic, personal, social, and civic development. Structured reflection is crucial to the overall impact of community service.
Researchers at Cleveland Clinic found that the immune system's response to protein S100B may contribute to memory impairment and cognitive dysfunction associated with conditions like chronic epilepsy and Alzheimer's disease. The study suggests that treatments targeting this autoimmune response could help alleviate symptoms.
A biomedical engineer has received a $250,000 grant to expand his research on a novel lupus drug that targets B cells. The goal is to treat a range of autoimmune diseases, offering an alternative to steroids with fewer side effects.
A medication called ferric citrate may reduce the need for dialysis patients to take multiple drugs that treat complications related to kidney disease. Ferric citrate binds phosphorus, increases iron stores, and decreases the need for iron and anemia medications, leading to fewer hospitalizations.
Researchers found that imprinted genes influence puberty timing, linking it to breast cancer, diabetes, and heart disease risks. The study suggests a possible biological conflict between parents over their child's development, with the genetics involved potentially contributing to age-related conditions.
Archaeologists at the University of Toronto and University of Cape Town have uncovered tens of thousands of Earlier Stone Age artifacts in the Northern Cape province of South Africa. The site is estimated to be between 700,000 and one million years old, offering valuable insights into human evolution.
A study found that HIV infection alters the relationship between semen bacteria and immune factors, affecting viral load. Semen bacterial diversity was reduced in infected men, but restored after treatment.
Researchers found that p53 in flies adapts metabolic response to nutrient deprivation, making cells 'tighten their belts' and optimize energy stores. The study provides insights into the molecular mechanisms of p53 and its potential involvement in diabetes and obesity.
A Cincinnati Cancer Center study finds that SapC-DOPS, a combination of lysosomal protein saposin C and phospholipid DOPS, targets and kills cancer cells, including those from breast and lung cancers. The treatment showed promise in animal models, with some tumors completely cured within 24 hours.
A study found that brain activity in two regions correlates with opposing emotional reactions during win-win choices. This suggests that these circuits evolved for different reasons, one for evaluating the outcome and the other for guiding actions.
Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine have discovered that pre-treatment with the anti-aging protein Klotho can prevent neuron death in the presence of toxic amyloid and glutamate. This finding suggests a potential treatment approach for Alzheimer's disease, which affects millions of Americans.
Conservation translocation is being explored as a means to combat biodiversity loss. Researchers suggest creating 'wildness' rather than restoring 'wilderness'. Reintroduction of species and ecological replacement are controversial methods being considered.
A new study by Wildlife Conservation Society experts reveals that wildlife loss leads to conflict among people worldwide. The research highlights the link between biodiversity decline and exploitative labor practices, violence, and organized crime.
A recent study published by researchers from UC Davis Alzheimer's Disease Center and the University of Victoria found that early life experiences, such as childhood socioeconomic status and literacy, have a greater influence on the risk of cognitive impairment late in life than demographic characteristics like race and ethnicity. The s...
A study reveals that over half of meat sold as bushmeat in Africa is from birds, with large raptors like eagles and vultures being disproportionately consumed. The findings highlight the significant impact of bushmeat trade on endangered species and human health globally.
A new study by UCI and NASA scientists reveals that more than three-quarters of the water loss in the drought-stricken Colorado River Basin since late 2004 came from underground resources. The extent of groundwater loss may pose a greater threat to the region's water supply than previously thought.
Researchers report recovery of injured corticospinal tracts in a patient with subfalcine herniation, suggesting neurological remodeling under rehabilitation intervention. Diffusion tensor tractography results show narrowed and then thickened tracts indicating recovery.
A new imaging agent has been developed for functional imaging of the intestine, potentially leading to better diagnosis and treatment of gut diseases. The agent uses a combination of photoacoustic imaging and positron emission tomography to provide high-definition images of the intestine in relation to the entire body.
A study by the University of California, Davis, investigated a single-species inoculation in a sake brewery, finding that environmental surfaces harbor similar microbiota as added microorganisms. The microbial populations change dramatically across fermentation stages, with Aspergillus oryzae dominating the process.
Stowers researchers identified two classes of pheromone receptors that help male mice detect female presence and ovulation, essential for triggering the mating process. The findings provide new insight into how the mammalian brain processes sensory information like pheromones to elicit courtship behaviors.
Researchers have identified two new radiological signs of potentially life-threatening gastric lap band slippage, enabling radiologists to accurately diagnose the condition. The new signs include inferior displacement of the superolateral band margin and air-fluid levels above the band on frontal radiographs.
Children with spina bifida face challenges in self-care, mobility, and social function due to spasticity, urinary and fecal incontinence, and neurocognitive retardation. A study found that low-level lesions, muscular strength, and independence in mobility are crucial for functional independence.
A team of astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope measured water vapour in the atmospheres of three gas giants, finding levels one-tenth to one-thousandth that predicted by standard theory. This discovery raises questions about exoplanet formation and highlights challenges in searching for water on Earth-like planets.