The KAIST research team has developed the first flexible phase-change random access memory (PRAM) on plastic substrates, achieving significant power reduction. This innovation is made possible by self-assembled block copolymer silica nanostructures, which lower the contact area and reduce power consumption.
A two-year study on bumble bees in Alaskan agricultural areas reveals declining populations of the western bumble bee species Bombus occidentalis, which is infected with Nosema and social parasites. The research provides baseline data for understanding reported patterns of bumble bee declines in North America.
A survey reveals that UK hospital post mortems are disappearing, with only half of one percent carried out in 2013. This decline has significant implications for quality assurance, public health, and the teaching of medical students.
A recent study by MD Anderson researchers identified DAPK1 as a novel therapeutic target for breast and other cancers with TP53 mutations. High levels of DAPK1 are associated with poor prognosis and increased cancer growth in these tumors.
UCSB, UC Davis, and PowWow Energy receive $2.3 million in funding to deploy a method to measure groundwater use and provide irrigation best practices for California's major crops such as alfalfa, almonds, pistachios, and tomatoes. The project aims to optimize agricultural water and energy efficiency during drought years.
Researchers used CT scans to study the brain anatomy of ichthyosaurs, revealing an enlarged olfactory region suggesting a key role for smell. The findings also show that vision was crucial for these marine predators.
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have developed a gene therapy that reduces production of brain protein α-synuclein, preventing Parkinson's disease progression in an animal study. The therapy targets mitochondria and α-synuclein interaction, showing promising results in protecting dopamine neurons.
Researchers found that modern toothed whales have inherited defunct copies of the Mx1 and Mx2 genes, profoundly altering their immune systems. The study aims to preserve these cetaceans as they face extensive die-offs.
A new study finds that providing direct assistance, such as counseling and nicotine replacement therapy, significantly improves the likelihood of patients quitting smoking. The research team analyzed data from over 1,600 participants who underwent lung cancer screening, finding that active clinician support increased quit rates by 40%.
In June, nearly three-quarters of all fires in the North China Plain occur, fueled by wheat residue burning. The practice, though prohibited, remains common due to its cost-effectiveness in clearing fields and fertilizing soil.
A study of 1403 women found that those exposed to higher levels of air pollution had reduced white matter in their brains. Ambient particulate air pollutants may have a deleterious effect on brain aging, according to researchers.
New research finds that equipping law enforcement officers with naloxone does not raise their risk of legal liability. The study concludes that officers should be authorized to administer naloxone to reduce opioid-related deaths and increase overdose rescue times.
Using advanced flow cytometry, University of Alberta scientists rapidly detect outbreaks of potentially toxic cyanobacteria, providing timely information to the public and notifying health officials. This helps prevent human health risks from toxic blue-green algae in lakes throughout Alberta.
A University of South Florida study confirms the dilution effect hypothesis, suggesting biodiversity loss poses a public health threat by causing disease outbreaks. The research found broad evidence that species-rich communities suffer less infectious disease, implying maintaining biodiversity could reduce parasite abundance.
Scientists from Scripps Research Institute have established conclusively that an activating protein called Rhes plays a pivotal role in focusing toxicity of Huntington's in the striatum. Deleting Rhes significantly reduces behavioral problems in animal models of the disease.
Cardiovascular outcomes trials are considered a high-risk venture due to long treatment periods and large sample sizes required to demonstrate incremental risk reduction. Simplifying randomized controlled trials could bring new therapies to market sooner, mitigating the impact of exclusivity loss and reducing development costs.
A study on the apple maggot pest discovered a massive genome shift in just one generation, with 32,000 genetic changes occurring within a single year. This significant finding highlights the importance of ecological selection at early stages of divergence and calls for further integration of studies on speciation and genome divergence.
Researchers from Boston Children's Hospital discovered that body's own immune cells produce bacteria-trapping NETs, which slow healing in diabetic mice. Methods to prevent NET production or cleave them might alleviate wound healing problems in people with diabetes.
Triassic dinosaurs failed to populate the tropics due to a highly unpredictable hot and dry climate, with extreme wildfires and elevated CO2 levels, making vegetation scarce. This study sheds light on the interplay between climate change and ecosystem evolution at low latitudes, providing new insights into the rise of dinosaurs.
A new study from Drexel University found that underground species of army ants are less tolerant of high temperatures than their aboveground relatives. The research highlights the importance of considering microhabitat in predicting animal responses to climate change.
A psychological evaluation of nine women who received a uterus from live donors indicates they adjusted psychologically well to their new life situation during the first year. Three of the seven remaining women have delivered healthy babies, with most reporting improved relationships with their donor and increased hope for a family.
Researchers at North Carolina State University developed a precision scalpel to excise target genomic regions, revealing essential and non-essential genes. The CRISPR-Cas system enables targeted editing of DNA sequences, allowing for the identification of core genomic regions critical for bacterial survival.
Scientists in Canada and UK successfully sequenced and assembled de novo the full genome of E. coli using Oxford Nanopore's MinION device, providing proof of concept for the technology and its potential to sequence genomes in complex organisms like humans.
Researchers at Columbia University have successfully demonstrated an on-chip visible light source using graphene, a single layer of carbon atoms. The graphene-based light emitter can be integrated into chips and is expected to revolutionize the development of photonic circuits and displays.
A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine estimates that cigarette smoking is responsible for nearly half of deaths from 12 smoking-related cancers among adults aged 35 and older. Lung cancer accounts for a significant proportion of these deaths, with approximately 80% of cases attributed to smoking.
The study found a significant decline in smoking rates among nursing and physiotherapy students in Spain from 2003 to 2013. Many students remained unaware of the link between smoking and diseases, indicating a deficiency in undergraduate training.
Studies found increased incidents of rheumatoid arthritis and giant cell arteritis in concert with the cycle of magnetic activity of the sun. Correlations were strongest between diseases and geomagnetic activity, with GCA incidence peaking within one year of intense geomagnetic activity.
Research by CIFAR scholars found that belonging to multiple groups boosts self-esteem, particularly when they contribute to one's sense of identity. This is in contrast to having a large network of friends, which does not predict self-esteem.
The study reveals that wild climate swings in the tropics made it difficult for large, warm-blooded dinosaur herbivores to survive. The researchers found that wildfires swept the landscape during arid regimes, continually reshaping vegetation available for plant-eating animals.
Researchers at Helmholtz Zentrum München have found that the viral protein LMP2A helps EBV-infected cells evade immune detection. This may contribute to the development of cancer, particularly in nasopharyngeal carcinoma and Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Scientists have discovered that dinosaurs remained rare near the equator during the late Triassic period due to extreme climate fluctuations and wildfires that fueled hotter fires. The study revealed a pattern of rapid vegetation changes related to climate shifts, which led to droughts and plant die-offs.
A study published in PNAS found that strictly protected areas, like parks and reserves, have lower incidences of malaria, acute respiratory infections, and diarrhea. By preserving biodiversity, these areas can act as a barrier to disease transmission, suggesting a potential double win for public health benefits.
The journal celebrates its 10-year milestone with a special issue featuring articles on blood pressure targets, cardiac care for women, and pharmacogenomics. Recent advances and emerging challenges in specific areas of cardiology are reviewed.
A nationwide analysis of over 8,000 children conceived through ART found no difference in educational test scores compared to spontaneously conceived children. The study suggests that ART pregnancies, particularly twins, do not have a negative impact on academic performance in adolescence.
A new study reveals how a common species of diatom adjusts to sudden and long-term increases in carbon dioxide. The research found that diatoms decrease photosynthesis and respiration to balance the cell's energy budget when CO2 levels remain high for a long time.
Researchers have developed a novel deformation monitoring technique using bistatic differential interferometry with GNSS as transmitters, achieving high accuracy and low cost. The method combines DGNSS and D-InSAR for real-time subsidence monitoring, potentially replacing traditional techniques and enhancing national security.
A new approach uses economic value to help achieve a sustainable future by valuing nature's ecosystem services. The world's gross domestic product has increased nearly 60 times since the start of the Industrial Revolution, but this growth comes at the expense of natural stewardship.
A genetically engineered mouse with weaker bones has a strong metabolism, suggesting a potential link between bone health and obesity-related type 2 diabetes. The study highlights the endocrine role of bone in regulating metabolism, and its exploration may lead to new avenues for treatment.
Research published in the journal Heart found a strong association between daily chocolate consumption and reduced cardiovascular disease risk. Participants who ate more chocolate had lower risks of heart disease, stroke, and related death.
A new study finds that shoppers' willingness to pay more for sustainably grown palm oil could create profitable incentives for producers to preserve certain wildlife habitats. The study shows that higher prices for 'conservation grade' products can promote biodiversity at the least cost to oil palm companies.
A Wayne State research team has developed a new anesthesia monitoring technology that uses real-time data analysis to predict patient responses to anesthesia. This system provides individualized and dynamic prediction of anesthesia depth and vital signs, allowing anesthesiologists to make more accurate decisions during surgery.
Researchers discovered that rapamycin, a pharmaceutical used to prevent transplant rejection, reduces body fat and appetite in older rats, preserving lean body mass. The drug targets how the body makes leptin, a hormone that affects hunger and metabolism.
A new study from CU Denver found a developing consensus among researchers that children of same-sex couples experience no negative impact on social and behavioral outcomes. The study analyzed thousands of peer-reviewed articles and discovered an overwhelming scientific consensus in support of this conclusion.
A recent study suggests that mutations in the ZnT2 protein, responsible for transporting zinc, can lead to severe deficiencies in breast milk and difficulties with breastfeeding. The researchers found that mice without functional ZnT2 had reduced beta-casein, fat, and lactose in their milk, impacting infant health.
A recent study published in Respirology found that patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) have significantly shorter telomere lengths than healthy individuals. The study suggests that mutations in the enzyme responsible for maintaining full-length telomeres may play a key role in the development of IPF.
Researchers at Kansas State University have developed a nanoplatform technology that detects human cancer cells and tumors in the early stages. The technology has been awarded US Patent 8,969,027 and shows a 95% success rate in detecting cancer at stage one and beyond.
Rice University researchers have developed a new method to create valuable graphene nanoribbons by grinding carbon nanotubes, eliminating the need for harsh chemical solutions. This solid-state process enables strong chemical coupling between nanostructures and produces novel forms of nanostructured products with specific properties.
German researchers uncover a novel mechanism by which the innate immune system combats rotavirus infection through the interaction between interferon-lambda and interleukin-22. This discovery has implications for the design of future immunotherapy concepts, including the treatment of chronic viral infections such as hepatitis.
Zhiqiang An received a grant to research how tumors evade therapy, aiming to develop countermeasures for improved immunotherapy success and reduced mortality. The focus is on a type of leukemia affecting tens of thousands in the US.
The US Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory has successfully demonstrated the production, separation and purification of molybdenum-99 (Mo-99) using a process developed in cooperation with SHINE Medical Technologies. The new method uses fast neutrons to create Mo-99 from an aqueous solution of uranium.
A new programme, Good School Toolkit, has successfully reduced physical violence from teachers against school children by 42% in Ugandan primary schools. The initiative aims to foster change in operational culture at the school level, leading to improved feelings of well-being and safety among students.
The research team created a single-molecule, real-time sequencing method to detect and phase DNA methylation in bacteria. They found that individual bacterial populations have distinct subpopulations with different gene expression patterns, which may contribute to increasing antibiotic resistance.
Researchers at Tufts University have observed individual atoms of iodine-125 decay and transform into tellurium-125 using a scanning tunneling microscope. The gold-bonded isotopes emit six times more low-energy electrons, which could destroy tumor DNA without affecting healthy tissue.
A developing tropical low pressure area in the south-central Gulf of Mexico has a high chance of forming into a tropical depression. The National Hurricane Center warns residents along the northwestern Gulf Coast of potential tropical storm conditions and heavy rainfall.
Researchers at the University of Bristol have designed a smart materials system inspired by biological chromatophores, mimicking squid skin's camouflage abilities. The artificial skin, made from electroactive dielectric elastomer, can effectively copy biological patterns and even mimic complex dynamic patterning seen in real cephalopods.
Researchers found that the Abu Dabbab earthquakes are caused by an active fault that slides along a rigid block of igneous rock, lubricated by fluids from the Red Sea. This unique setup allows high-frequency sounds of earthquakes to rise through the rock with little weakening of the acoustic signal.
Researchers have discovered a soil microbe that mobilizes an "iron shield" to block the uptake of toxic arsenic in rice. The microbe, EA106, forms a plaque on the surface of roots that competes with arsenic, effectively blocking its pathway. Inoculations with EA106 improved iron uptake and reduced arsenic accumulation in plants.
The American Thoracic Society recommends that adults aim for 7-9 hours of sleep, while children need age-based recommendations. The guidelines also emphasize the importance of education on sleep health, drowsy driving prevention, and early diagnosis of sleep disorders.
Researchers found that news media created public panic during the 2014 U.S. Ebola outbreak, with tweets and Google searches peaking in response to news clips. The study used social media data to show how news media manipulated public emotions, highlighting its potential impact on future outbreaks.
Patients who viewed images of their calcified coronary arteries were more likely to stop smoking, lose weight and take statins. The study suggests that visualising health threats motivates patients to make changes, reducing plasma cholesterol levels and other risk factors.