Researchers at Harvard's Wyss Institute developed a new electronic DNA sequencing platform using biologically engineered nanopores, enabling highly scalable, accurate single-molecule DNA sequencing. The method can transform precision medicine by dramatically lowering the cost of sequencing while increasing accuracy.
A nationally representative survey found that US adults' supplement use remained stable between 1999 and 2012, with 52% reporting use of any supplements in 2011-2012. Multivitamin use decreased during this time period, from 37% to 31%.
Researchers found that male rats with normal testosterone levels had stronger ACLs than those without it. The study suggests a link between testosterone and ACL injuries, which could lead to new techniques for identifying athletes at high risk of injury.
A new family of earthworms, Kazimierzidae, has been established for a South African genus with an exclusive circulatory system. The species are restricted to small areas along the western and south-western Atlantic coast of South Africa.
Researchers removed single neurons from fruit fly embryos to gain insight into gene expression control in developing brain networks. The study identified B52, a protein linked to acetylcholine production, and its disruption may cause severe mental problems.
Scientists discovered that female brain structures change monthly in response to hormonal fluctuations, particularly the hippocampus which plays a crucial role in memories and emotions. The study aims to better understand premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) by examining the brain's monthly rhythm.
Rice University's Chao Center for Asian Studies has received a $150,000 federal grant to boost its Asian studies programs. The grant will support the development of new courses, teacher workshops, and speaker series aimed at enhancing teaching and public outreach.
A recent study analyzed data on 1,500 plane crashes and found that a death toll of around 50 is the minimum threshold for predicting significant levels of public interest. The research also showed that location, media coverage, and other factors influence article views, highlighting biases in Wikipedia's 'sum of human knowledge'.
Data centers struggle with translating service-level objectives into precise resource requirements, leading to low utilization and high costs. Researchers at UTA create a new model that allows mapping of customer objectives to individual server needs, guaranteeing services and improving efficiency.
New research from Lehigh University reveals that women's economic status is a key predictor of disaster outcomes, with economically empowered women reducing the number of people affected. They also enhance health resources in their communities, leading to decreased suffering and death.
Researchers from China and Peking University pioneered the proposal and realization of two-dimensional spin-orbit coupling for ultracold quantum gases. This achievement has significant influence on understanding exotic topological quantum states, implementing a major breakthrough in solid materials research.
A study of over 2,700 participants found that taking calcium supplements may increase the risk of developing atherosclerosis and heart disease. Meanwhile, a diet high in calcium-rich foods appears to be protective.
Researchers from UNH captured unique measurements of the Van Allen radiation belts during a rare solar wind event. The findings provide valuable information for protecting orbiting satellites and exploring conditions on other Earth-like planets.
Typhoon Songda, a compact storm with 20 nautical mile wide cloud-filled eye, continues to move northeast over the open ocean. The storm's maximum sustained winds were near 100 knots (115.1 mph/185.2 kph) on October 11, with hurricane-force winds extending up to 30 miles from the center.
Researchers used DESY's X-ray source PETRA III to observe the degradation of plastic solar cells, revealing that domains shrink and efficiency decreases due to residual solvent additive. Strategies to stabilise structure through chemical bonding or customised encapsulating substances are proposed.
Dr. Karin Everschor-Sitte is setting up an Emmy Noether independent junior research group at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz to investigate new magnetic structures for spintronics applications. Her work focuses on skyrmions, which could make computer storage media smaller and more efficient.
A recent study by Brigham Young University's Jessica Preece found that women are less likely to respond to recruitment efforts due to biased assumptions about help and support. Meanwhile, adjusting the tone of messages can increase women's political interest and participation. To address these disparities, parties must be cautious of b...
Researchers at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin have discovered a new materials system that can create complex magnetic patterns, including monopoles and skyrmions, which could lead to faster and more efficient data storage. The system uses superconducting YBaCuO-dots covered with an extremely thin permalloy film.
A modified casting technique resulted in comparable functional outcomes to surgery at 6 months, while reducing wound complications and intervention costs. The study found no significant differences in quality of life, pain, or mobility between the two groups.
New technique predicts where cracks in skin begin and how much skin can be stretched, with potential applications for burn victims and medical creams. Researchers also found that cell-cell junctions are structurally the weakest points of the skin.
Researchers at Georgia Tech developed a surface treatment method that significantly reduces friction without special oil additives. The technique involves blasting metal surfaces with copper sulfide and aluminum oxide, leading to ultra-low friction coefficients.
The new RNA ligase, KOD1Rnl, has been developed by Brown University researchers to enable high-temperature reactions and improve template specificity. It is the most active in the presence of certain RNA structures, making it useful for RNA sequencing and detection.
Researchers develop new microwave-assisted thermolysis method to produce highly crystalline g-C(3)N(3) catalysts with remarkably few defects. This results in improved photocatalytic activity for hydrogen generation from sunlight.
Researchers pinpoint a unique metabolic reprogramming in cancer cells that enables their ability to biosynthesize and replicate, and may provide new treatment opportunities. By blocking specific enzymes involved in this process, tumor growth can be slowed or stopped in preclinical tests.
Researchers found that a single white-browed coucal parent can successfully raise its brood, unlike black coucals which form pairs and share parental duties. The study suggests that females only form pairs due to lack of opportunities to find additional male partners.
Researchers discovered that inhibiting ANGPTL2 production can benefit both mice and human cardiac muscle cells with therapeutic effects in reducing heart failure progression. Moderate exercise previously found to reduce ANGPLT2 levels can now be replicated through gene therapy.
A numerical study explores the patterns made by 2-D rectangular plates falling freely within water, identifying parameters influencing their motion and force characteristics. The findings may aid in improving wing designs for unmanned aerial vehicles and controlling object motions within fluids.
A study published in Cell Reports reveals that astroglial cells play a crucial role in forming the corpus callosum, a bridge-like structure connecting the two hemispheres of the brain. Without this cellular support, callosal agenesis occurs, affecting 1 in 4,000 people and leading to developmental disorders.
Researchers identified six main themes in community initiatives that can create a more just and sustainable future. These include agroecology, green urbanism, and social movements promoting fair futures.
Researchers found that induced neural stem cells promoted survival and functional recovery in mice modeled with ischemic stroke. The study also discovered that early administration of iNSCs protected the brain from ischemia-related damage, reducing infarct volume and enhancing sensorimotor function.
In a preclinical model, researchers successfully suppressed cued cocaine seeking by activating brain receptors involved in suppressing addiction relapse. The technology, called DREADDs, allows for targeted treatment of addiction with minimal side effects.
Researchers at NREL discovered a method to stabilize an all-inorganic perovskite material at room temperature, increasing its stability and efficiency. The new solar cells convert sunlight into electricity with 10.77 percent efficiency, surpassing other reported all-inorganic perovskite solar cells.
A recent study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease found that DHA supplementation improved Full-Scale Intelligence Quotient (IQ) by 10% and increased scores on Information and Digit Span sub-tests, indicating significant improvements in long-term and short-term memory.
The University of Texas at Arlington's TMAC has received a $2.6 million award to help small- and mid-sized defense industry companies in Texas grow through diversification. The program aims to create jobs and increase sales for affected businesses.
New research reveals EU's transport sector faces significant challenges in achieving emission reduction targets. The study highlights a lack of ambition and internal disagreement over responsibility, as well as scarcity of data and bias towards industry interests.
Researchers found that three frog species in the protected Wet Tropics of Queensland UNESCO World Heritage Area might have sufficient time to conserve before extinction due to climate change. The study suggests that conservation managers could intervene successfully with translocation programs.
Researchers developed a novel method to quantify NAFLD progression to advanced fibrosis and cirrhosis. The technique combines multiple non-invasive measures, including heavy water labeling and MRI assessments, to predict individual clinical fibrotic disease progression.
The UK's aerospace manufacturing industry is set to benefit from a new process for producing aerospace-grade titanium alloys, FAST-forge. Developed by the University of Sheffield, this technology provides more design flexibility and could lead to improved buy-to-fly ratios.
Researchers at MUSC discovered novel biomarkers that significantly improve the prediction of therapeutic efficacy in lupus nephritis. A targeted panel of urinary biomarkers, combined with machine learning modeling, provides an early decision-support tool for predicting outcomes.
A newly discovered bacterium divides by orienting its plane parallel to its axis and dividing asynchronously, challenging traditional cell biology theories. This unique method may provide an evolutionary advantage to the symbiont, allowing it to remain faithful to its host.
Scientists are developing an early warning system to detect and predict jellyfish blooms that can clog water intakes at coastal power plants. The tool will provide gridded maps showing the probability of jellyfish arrival times, enabling rapid risk evaluation and informing operational responses.
A UK injury data collection pilot has found a significant association between deprivation levels and an increasing incidence rate of unintentional injuries. The study suggests that collecting injury data could help reduce A&E attendances by understanding patterns in communities.
Tropical Depression Aere was centered near 21.7 degrees north latitude and 117.7 east longitude when NASA's Terra satellite captured its image on Oct. 11, showing a swirl of clouds about 200 miles east of Hong Kong. The storm's maximum sustained winds dropped to 28.7 mph, moving slowly to the west.
Scientists have created a genetic catalog of the African diaspora in the Americas, revealing why certain diseases hit those with African ancestry harder. The study found changes in DNA that put Africans at higher risk for diseases, and highlights the importance of understanding population histories to tailor clinical care.
A Taiwanese study of almost 1.4 million births found that pregnant women with maternal chronic diseases have a higher risk of giving birth to babies with severe congenital heart disease. The study also found a slightly increased risk of mild congenital heart disease in offspring of mothers with diabetes and other chronic conditions.
A $1.7 million grant will study climate change impacts on the Menominee Nation's forest, informing decision-making about forest management. The project aims to understand how tribal values inform forest management decisions in a changing climate.
Researchers at Emory and Georgia Tech developed a microfluidic testing ground to measure individual platelets' strength by squeezing protein dots together. This could help diagnose bleeding disorders and develop blood thinning drugs.
A new study led by University of Arizona researcher Katharine Zeiders found that families experiencing ethnic discrimination and acculturation stress have a negative impact on children's behavior and academics. Children exhibited more behavioral problems and worse academic performance by age 5, according to the research.
A new paper describes a research team's models forecasting potential outcomes in the Galapagos Islands, developed to help the Ecuador government balance economic development and resource conservation. The models use real data and social-ecological processes to predict sustainable growth by 2033.
A research team at UHN has identified new mutations in genes associated with schwannoma development, providing insights into the growth drivers of these tumors. The study's findings have significant implications for personalized medicine and potentially change treatment approaches for some patients with treatment-refractory schwannomas.
A study in the UK found that the rise in oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma incidence was not solely driven by human papillomavirus (HPV) positivity. The proportion of HPV-positive and -negative cases remained static, suggesting multiple factors contribute to OPSCC, including HPV infection, smoking, and alcohol consumption.
Researchers have found that pharmaceuticals can persist in riverine bacteria for extended periods, posing environmental risks. The study suggests improved predictive power is needed to assess the environmental impact of these substances, particularly in lower-income countries where their use is forecast to increase significantly.
A new study led by Harvard Medical School researchers found that human physicians vastly outperform digital diagnosticians in clinical diagnosis. Physicians made a correct diagnosis more than twice as often as commonly used symptom-checker apps, with an accuracy rate of 72% compared to 34%. The study suggests that computer-based algori...
Researchers found that transplanting fertilizers with phosphorus and using non-reflective plastic mulches can significantly boost tomato yields in clay loam soils. The study's results support the use of these practices for local gardeners and commercial growers in Minnesota, particularly during short growing seasons.
The sensing skin detects cracks and harmful chemicals in structures using three layers: one for crack detection, a buffer layer, and another with metal nanoparticles that respond to specific chemicals. The technology can be applied to various materials and can detect problems early on.
A new tool developed at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory enables researchers to interactively explore brain hierarchical processes and shed light on neurological diseases like Alzheimer's. Brain Modulyzer combines multiple views of functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data to provide context for brain connectivity data.
A new study on Asian elephants found that they do not have clear dominance hierarchies or matriarchal leadership like African savannah elephants. This is due to their predictable and productive environment where food and water are readily available, allowing them to make independent movement decisions.
A new study finds that breast cancer chemotherapy regimens with similar efficacy have significantly varying costs, affecting patients' financial burden. The study highlights the need for accessible information to inform treatment decisions and promote well-informed shared decisions regarding treatment options.
Rice University researchers have discovered a way to subtly change the interior structure of semi-hollow nanorods, altering their interaction with light. This method could form the basis of a nanoscale switch with enormous potential.
A study found that universal newborn screening for congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) infection is generally associated with cost savings or is essentially cost-neutral, satisfying criteria for newborn screening. The cost of identifying one case of cCMV was estimated to be between $566 and $10,000.