Scientists have discovered a set of gene variations that can increase fruit production in tomatoes and potentially other flowering plants, including staple crops like soybeans. By fine-tuning the balance between florigen and anti-florigen, plant breeders can customize genetic variations to maximize yield gains.
A new study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology found that bariatric surgery can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by around 80% in obese people compared to standard care. This significant reduction was observed even after controlling for other important factors such as smoking and high blood pressure.
A new test accelerates global progress toward eliminating onchocerciasis, the leading cause of preventable blindness in Africa. The SD BIOLINE Onchocerciasis IgG4 rapid test is faster and easier to use than current options, providing results within 20 minutes.
Scientists at Vienna University of Technology have successfully created a strong interaction between two single photons using an ultra-thin glass fiber. This technique enables the creation of maximally entangled photon states required in quantum teleportation and light-transistors for quantum computing.
Researchers are developing two types of malaria vaccines: anti-infection vaccines that prevent people from becoming infected, and transmission-blocking vaccines that prevent mosquitoes from being infected. The goal is to induce an unnatural immunity in humans and mosquitoes, reducing the human parasite reservoir.
Washington University engineers apply a novel time-reversal technology to track movement inside the body's tissues, improving imaging of cancerous tissues and developing potential treatments. By using TRAP optical focusing, they can focus light on moving targets, allowing for sharper images even several centimeters into the skin.
Despite the grueling challenge, physicists can overcome the 'valley of death' by recruiting expertise and committing to projects. Boston-based company MC10's success highlights the rewards of perseverance.
Researchers found rivers carrying large volumes of sediment meander more across floodplains, creating oxbow lakes. Sediment supply is a key driver of river behavior, affecting meander migration speed and floodplain evolution.
Researchers develop mathematical toolkit that analyzes cancer mutation data, revealing common and rare mutations have equal impact on tumor behavior. The study also finds that mutations cause subtle, precise alterations in protein communication pathways, enabling targeted therapies.
A study published in Nature reveals that a 'wimpy' mouse antibody may actually play a key role in protecting against kidney disease. The researchers found that the antibody, which is abundant in mice and thought to offer poor assistance in fighting infections, can prevent the development of kidney disease when injected into genetically...
Researchers at Michigan State University have developed a new database and algorithm to analyze upstream data, enabling the management of stream health across large landscapes. The system allows for rapid analysis of 2.6 million stream reaches in the contiguous United States, reducing analysis time from weeks to just five hours.
Researchers developed a system to identify high-affinity nanobodies, which can precisely target specific molecules. This allows scientists to select the best nanobodies, eliminate cross-reactive ones, and generate super-high-affinity dimers for therapeutic or diagnostic applications.
Researchers found that eribulin improves overall survival of women with metastatic triple negative breast cancer and HER2 negative breast cancer by nearly five months and two months respectively. Eribulin, originally developed from sea sponges, is a microtubule inhibitor that stops cancer cells from separating into new cells.
A new University of Michigan analysis shows that penalties for chronic lung disease will disproportionately affect hospitals caring for poor and minority patients. The findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to address socioeconomic factors contributing to readmissions.
A comprehensive review of 19,000 scientific papers identified more than 800 cancer-specific biomarkers that could lead to a single blood test for early detection of many types of cancer. The study aims to develop a screening test from a single blood sample for multiple cancer types.
Researchers at the University of Montreal are exploring virtual reality as a tool to better gauge sex offenders' reactions and assess therapeutic progress. By testing virtual reality protocols, they aim to validate theories explaining why offenders act on their impulses.
A pilot study found that invisible fluorescent tattoos can improve body confidence among breast cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy. Researchers compared the effects of visible and invisible tattoos on patients' self-esteem, finding that 56% of those with invisible tattoos felt better one month after treatment.