A new study analyzing over 135,000 deaths found that individuals with both diabetes and heart disease have substantially lower life expectancy compared to those with one or no condition. Men with two cardiometabolic conditions had an average reduction in life expectancy of 12-23 years at age 40, while women had a 20-year reduction.
Researchers found that individuals with MS exhibit weaker connections between the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex and posterior brain regions, leading to slowed cognitive speed. The study suggests that therapies targeting white matter structures may help alleviate cognitive deficits.
Clostridium difficile, the most common cause of hospital-acquired diarrhea, tightly controls its intracellular iron levels to avoid DNA damage. The pathogen has multiple systems for importing ferrous iron compounds, which are more critical in anaerobic conditions.
A new LOEWE research focus at the Goethe University Frankfurt is investigating Bronze Age forts between the Taunus and Carpathian mountains. The study aims to uncover the social historical perspective of violent conflict during this period, comparing it to early Middle Ages conditions.
The Affordable Care Act has led to a dramatic drop in out-of-pocket prices for prescription contraceptives, with average costs declining by up to 38% for oral contraceptive pills and 68% for IUD insertions. Annual savings are estimated at approximately $1.4 billion per year.
Physicists at UC Berkeley have created lightweight ultrasonic loudspeakers and microphones using graphene, allowing humans to communicate and gauge distance like bats and dolphins. The devices offer improved fidelity and efficiency compared to traditional ultrasound or sonar methods.
Researchers successfully employed ultrafast terahertz spectroscopy to determine the basic properties of spintronics components. The study reveals significant underestimation of spin asymmetry in electron scattering, a core factor determining giant magnetoresistance.
A national study by Michigan State University sociologist Hui Liu found that childhood stress fuels weight gain in women, while adult stress has no significant impact on men's weight. Childhood family-related stressors such as economic hardship and divorce were associated with rapid weight gain in women.
Scientists have identified a key protein that, if targeted, can stop the disease. The discovery could lead to precise drug design with limited toxicity, making it safe for vulnerable populations.
A new study found that nursing homes with higher concentrations of racial and ethnic minority residents have improved care, with increases in Medicaid payments associated with reduced clinical care deficiencies. Despite disparities remaining, the progress suggests a narrowing gap in quality of care over time.
Tropical Storm Linfa has strengthened in the South China Sea, with maximum sustained winds reaching 50 knots (57.5 mph) on July 7. The storm is moving northwards between Luzon and Taiwan, forecast to make landfall in mainland China.
Rates of active surveillance for low-risk prostate cancer increased sharply from 2010 to 2013, while high-risk disease was treated more appropriately with local treatments. Treatment patterns varied across individual practices, but suggest a genuine change in prostate cancer management in the US.
A study published in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found a 15% lower risk of cardiovascular disease and 20% lower risk of early death with high vitamin C blood levels. Vitamin C's antioxidant properties help protect cells from damage, supporting overall health.
The book explores how hierarchical organization, wavelet transformation, subspace trees, and deep learning can overcome the curse of dimensionality to develop efficient big multimedia databases. It introduces essential statistical supervised machine learning algorithms for information retrieval.
Patients with a first episode of pulmonary embolism who received 6 months of anticoagulant treatment showed reduced risk of additional blood clots and major bleeding when treated for an additional 18 months. However, this benefit was not sustained after discontinuation of therapy.
Researchers found that immune tolerance can spontaneously recover after an infection-triggered rejection event, and hosts can accept subsequent transplants as soon as a week after. Regulatory T-cells play a key role in this process, acting as a 'brake' to prevent other immune cells from targeting the second transplant.
Dr. James R. Andrews is being inducted into the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) Hall of Fame for his extensive contributions to sports medicine, including injury prevention and treatment. He has also made significant research contributions and received numerous awards for his work.
A new NIH-funded study at Indiana University will investigate the potential connection between fever and relief of some autism symptoms in children. The researchers aim to understand how physiological deficits in regulating body temperature affect social behaviors associated with autism.
Researchers identified a cellular signal causing kidney cells to die, leading to increased risk of acute kidney injuries. The study found that lack of alpha(E)-catenin protein contributes to this process.
A $1.25 million NIH grant will fund research into the effectiveness of rosiglitazone, a diabetic medication, in stimulating placental function and halting severe preeclampsia. The condition is responsible for 76,000 maternal deaths and 500,000 infant deaths annually worldwide.
A new study from the University of Iowa found that improving access to affordable primary care reduced preventable hospital stays for black and Hispanics who receive both Medicare and Medicaid. However, it also showed that trips to the emergency department went up among all dual eligibles, regardless of race or ethnicity. The study sug...
Researchers at the University of Southern California's Keck Medicine have identified a potential treatment for primary effusion lymphoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer affecting HIV/AIDS patients. The treatment involves combining FDA-approved immunomodulatory drugs with BRD4 inhibitors, showing promising results in animal models.
A new study found that children's brains respond differently to high- and low-calorie foods based on their body weight. Children with more lean body mass had a greater brain response to high-calorie foods, while those with higher body fat had reduced activity in the brain when looking at healthier options.
Typhoon Nangka strengthened from a tropical storm to a typhoon under NASA's observation, showcasing powerful thunderstorms and coldest cloud top temperatures near -81 Fahrenheit. The Joint Typhoon Warning Center forecasts the system to intensify beyond Category 5 before weakening.
A new UCLA study found that sepsis accounts for a significant percentage of hospital readmissions in California, with an estimated annual cost of $500 million. The study also revealed disparities in readmission rates among different demographics, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to address this critical issue.
A recent study examines the growing demand for goat meat in America, driven by immigrant desire to maintain ethnic identity. The study's findings highlight the importance of understanding expressions of ethnic identity for marketers and policymakers.
Researchers found worm infection in parent birds or nestlings impacts most on others in their family group, affecting survival rates and breeding success. The study's findings could have important implications for the conservation of wild animals under threat.
A recent study by University of Illinois economists found that marijuana users between 18-24 years old drastically reduced their marijuana use when they turned 21 and gained access to alcohol. The study suggests that alcohol may be substituting for marijuana, with women showing a greater decrease in marijuana use than men.
A team of experts has identified genomics as the largest field in big data generation, with an estimated 2-40 exabytes of data produced daily. The rapidly growing field poses significant storage and analysis challenges, including aligning and comparing billions of human genomes.
New findings suggest that some natural gas wells, compressor stations, and processing plants in the Barnett Shale leak far more methane than previously estimated, with some sites emitting up to 47.8% of their produced gas. Human error and lack of maintenance are identified as primary causes of these emissions.
A new study by USC researchers reveals that residential exposure to near-roadway pollutants can cause a significant burden of heart disease, particularly among older adults. The study's findings emphasize the need for zoning buffer areas between busy roadways and new housing developments.
The study reveals that 89% of connections in the idealized brain network showed up in the real brain network, suggesting evolutionarily designed to be very close to what our algorithm shows. The scientists' strategy prioritizes function over structure, highlighting essential links for optimal navigation.
Researchers found that obese adults have a heightened ability to imagine odors, particularly food and non-food smells, which may promote food cravings. This study's findings suggest the need for individualized approaches to identify factors contributing to weight gain.
A team of Italian researchers has demonstrated the feasibility of a novel biogas upgrading process using physical absorption column technology at low pressure and temperature. The process involves two absorption columns, one at atmospheric pressure for CO2 removal and the second, with reduced dimensionality, for biomethane purification.
A study by researchers at the University of Miami found that individual traits such as optimism, social and spouse support, benefit finding, and coping styles positively associated with better relationship satisfaction for parents of children with ASD. The study highlights the importance of positive traits in enhancing family functioni...
A study published in PLOS Medicine found that poor sanitation practices, such as open defecation, were associated with increased risks of adverse pregnancy outcomes among women in rural India. Nearly two-thirds of the women studied practiced open defecation, and a quarter experienced preterm birth or low birth weight.
A study by researchers at University of Illinois found that groundwater from three major aquifers is crucial for food security, with 91% of embodied water staying within the US. Unsustainable usage threatens domestic food supply and global markets.
A statewide collaborative initiative in South Carolina reduced avoidable hospital readmissions by improving healthcare transitions after discharge. The Preventing Avoidable Readmissions Together (PART) initiative engaged over 90% of the state's acute care hospitals, leading to a promising model for care transitions strategies.
A study of 76 patients with cervical or endometrial cancer found that extended-field IMRT did not increase duodenal toxicity risk, even at high doses. The study confirms the safety of EF-IMRT for treating para-aortic lymph nodes.
A new study published in the Journal of Politeness Research found that people are more likely to intervene in public conflicts when they consider taking the moral high ground. The researchers studied real-life scenarios and discovered that intervention is prompted by behavior that violates social norms.
Researchers at POSTECH develop a method to form PANI nanosheets on deep frozen ice, resulting in high electronic current flows and conductivity. The process is environmentally friendly, inexpensive, and can produce large areas of nanosheets in minutes.
A recent study by Georgia State University researchers found that regaining lost customers can significantly boost a company's bottom line. The study analyzed data from a US-based telecommunications company and discovered that initial trust and commitment play a crucial role in winning back customers.
A review of randomised trials on cancer screening finds that mammographic screening may not reduce breast cancer mortality as expected. The study suggests that the benefits of mammography screening are likely to have been overestimated due to an unconventional statistical method used in earlier trials.
A new approach developed by scientists from the China National Genebank (CNGB), BGI-Shenzhen demonstrates the value of mitochondrial genome databases in detecting wild bees in UK farms. The method uses mitogenome references to analyze 'bee soup' DNA, providing a more accurate and efficient way to track population trajectories.
Researchers will investigate the function of MED1 and its pathways in cancer stem cell formation of HER2-driven tumors, with the goal of intervening for possible cancer therapy. They aim to develop new therapies targeting MED1 and HER2 for patients with HER2 and estrogen receptor positive breast cancer.
Researchers found that serum S100B levels below 0.105 µg/L are an accurate predictor of no intracranial hemorrhage, reducing the need for costly CCT scans and hospitalizations. This simple blood test may help identify patients who can return home to recover.
Scientists at the University of California - San Diego have designed a new type of cloak that is both thin and does not alter the brightness of light around a hidden object. The technology behind this cloak has more applications than invisibility, such as concentrating solar energy.
Researchers at McGill University found that treadmill workstations lower neck and shoulder muscle activity, leading to less discomfort. The study suggests that minor movements and adjustments can help prevent muscle pain in office workers.
A team of researchers has obtained an improved age for the Matuyama-Brunhes boundary, a geological event that occurred approximately 780,000 years ago. The team used radiometric dating and sedimentary rock samples to determine the exact age of this event, which is now confirmed as 770.2 thousand years ago.
A study of over 150 poor women in southern India found that chronic constraints can spur entrepreneurial activity as long as periodic constraints are kept low. However, a barrage of periodic constraints can hinder entrepreneurial intention. Education can increase entrepreneurial self-efficacy and enable women to overcome temporary setb...
Researchers say that daily intake of more than three times the recommended minimum is needed to restore a healthy blood level of vitamin D in overweight or obese blacks. Higher doses were found to be more effective at suppressing parathyroid hormone and improving bone health.
Research finds that prenatal stress in rats can lead to faster weight loss and reduced hunger signals in offspring, resembling anorexia nervosa. Identifying a specific coping style, passive individuals from stressed mothers were more susceptible to anorexic behaviors, providing insight into potential treatment options.
Scientists are searching for exotic mesons that don't fit traditional patterns, which could reveal new insights into QCD. The JLab team uses the Titan Supercomputer to analyze interactions between quarks and gluons in a vacuum, aiming to predict these hypothetical particles from first principles.
A new methodology has been developed to assess the environmental sustainability of timber structures, taking into account factors such as social responsibility and economic development. The tool evaluates various criteria and indicators to produce an Environmental Sustainability Index for these structures.
Researchers discovered that chromosomal abnormalities in human embryos can be predicted within the first 30 hours of development. This finding could improve IVF success rates, which have hovered around 30-35 percent worldwide. By analyzing a single cell level, they identified 12 genes that are activated prior to the first cell division.
New research suggests that rubber expansion is environmentally unsustainable, causing widespread deforestation, loss of carbon stocks, and reduction in biodiversity. Smallholder farmers' livelihoods are also at risk due to price fluctuations and narrowing income sources.
A recent study published in Science Advances found that temperature changes are the primary environmental influence on bird species distribution in Mexico. The researchers analyzed historical data and current distributions of 115 bird species to find that only temperature change had significant impacts on avifaunal turnover.
Researchers discovered a new protein, Callipygian, which aids in cell migration by shutting off proteins at the front edge of cells. The protein helps create the back of a cell, allowing it to move directionally.
A new study reveals that a mother's fat-rich diet during pregnancy increases her offspring's risk of combined alcohol and nicotine abuse in adolescence. The research found that rats exposed to a high-fat diet in utero were more likely to develop a greater vulnerability to excessive drug-seeking behavior.
As genome-sequencing technologies improve, the amount of genomics data is projected to grow exponentially, requiring significant advancements in computing infrastructure. Genomics data will surpass even YouTube's storage capacity, highlighting the need for innovative solutions to handle the deluge of genomic information.