Researchers at MIT have developed a new way to mix oil and water, creating stable nanoscale emulsions without the need for shaking or sonicating. By cooling an oil bath with surfactant and allowing water vapor to condense onto its surface, they produce uniform droplets that remain stable over several months.
Researchers have developed Neuropixels probes, thin silicon devices that record the activity of hundreds of neurons in mice and rats. This technology will allow scientists to understand complex neural networks and potentially lead to new treatments for diseases like depression and Alzheimer's.
Researchers developed a targeted approach to immunotherapy by conjugating cancer drugs to peptides that bind to tumor tissues. This method showed promise in mice models, improving efficacy while minimizing treatment-related side effects.
Researchers at Osaka University have found a key gene responsible for the development of male and female traits in an ancient crustacean. The study reveals how this gene, doublesex1, is expressed differently in males and females, leading to distinct sex-specific characteristics.
The latest analysis of BaBar experiment's data limits hiding places for dark photon, ruling out its explanation for muon spin discrepancy and supporting the existence of dark matter. Researchers refine search for dark photons using decade-old particle collider data.
The researchers synthesized new ionic and nonionic surfactants that can efficiently collect petroleum on water surfaces. The compounds have been identified as having high surface activity, allowing them to localize thin oil films and limit their distribution.
A new study compares the spatiotemporal characteristics of global drylands using three different drought indices: SWI, PET_Th, and PET_PM. The researchers found that the Surface Wetness Index (SWI) yields broadly similar results to the Thornthwaite method when considering interdecadal variability of global and continental drylands.
A study of 6,309 community-dwelling Medicare enrollees found that whites were 1.4 times more likely to receive rehabilitation services than blacks. Despite racial differences in service use, there was no difference in functional improvement.
Researchers at RUDN University have developed a chemical compound with anticonvulsant properties, showing effectiveness only when it is chirally pure. The compound was synthesized and studied to create an efficient and usable drug for treating epilepsy.
Scientists have found that water droplets in clouds can turn to ice more rapidly than previously predicted, with a disordered ice structure forming under certain cloud conditions. This discovery reconciles theoretical models of clouds with observations of freezing rates, helping cloud modelers understand better their observational data.
A new study lists beneficial foods for managing rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and progression, including blueberries, ginger, and green tea. Patients can support disease management through food and diet without harmful side effects.
The study identifies a protein called IL-36 as a key player in inducing skin inflammation in response to bacteria on the skin surface. This finding has significant implications for developing alternative treatments for atopic dermatitis, a condition affecting 20% of children and 5% of adults.
A study of 90 adults with type 2 diabetes found female gender, elevated blood sugar levels, neuropathic pain, and fatigue to be linked to sleep disturbance. Clinicians should prioritize females in sleep-related assessments and include symptoms like pain and fatigue in comprehensive evaluations.
A team of researchers at the Broad Institute has created a high-resolution census of the small intestine's cellular composition, revealing new insights into gut biology and its connection to diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease and food allergies. The atlas uses single-cell RNA sequencing and provides a reference for studying th...
Researchers develop new data mining technique to extract genetic information from large sequence data sets. The method, tested on a plant family with unique floral structures, retrieves useful sequences from genes influencing flower shape and symmetry.
Scientists have developed a method to print electronic circuits on fabric using graphene-based inks, creating flexible, washable, and breathable wearable devices. The technology has the potential to revolutionize the textile industry with applications in healthcare, energy harvesting, and fashion.
Researchers at Tokyo Metropolitan University have discovered a novel layered superconductor based on tin and arsenic, exhibiting high-temperature superconductivity. The material's crystal structure and electronic state are unique, enabling the study of high-temperature superconductivity.
Researchers from UW-Madison detail a defined process to make an exact mimic of the human blood-brain barrier in a laboratory dish. This breakthrough allows for more robust exploration of cells and their properties, paving the way for new therapeutic strategies.
A tangled mesh in a finite element simulation can lead to inaccurate results, affecting biomechanical design, product development, and large-deformation analysis. Researchers have developed new methods for untangling meshes, including constrained optimization and the finite-cell method.
Scientists have discovered a new type of cell in the eye of deep-sea fish that enables them to see in twilight conditions. This finding opens up new avenues of research into how animals adapt to extreme environments and challenges existing theories about photoreceptor cells.
A high percentage of adolescents in developed countries use dietary supplements for sports performance and immune system benefits. The study found that boys and girls cite similar reasons, with enhancing sport performance as the top reason among athletes and nonathletes alike.
Researchers at Kobe University created a double network within ionic liquid, combining inorganic silica particles with organic polymers, resulting in a gel that can withstand over 25 MPa of compressive strength. The gel's stability makes it suitable for applications in CO2 separation membranes and rechargeable batteries.
Research by Samuel Haruna found that cover crops and perennial biofuel crops can relieve soil compaction, reducing the impact of fluctuating temperatures. These crops slow down temperature changes and retain moisture, allowing soils to better regulate temperature fluctuations.
Researchers identified 71 low-value general surgical procedures, with the highest impact interventions including inguinal hernia repair and routine endoscopy in asymptomatic patients. Experts emphasize the importance of maximizing patient care value through precise treatments and challenging existing dogma that 'more is better'.
A study published in Anesthesiology found that breastfeeding six weeks after delivery is not affected by the use of fentanyl in epidural pain relief. The study included 345 women who received different epidural solutions and found no adverse consequences on breastfeeding success.
Researchers from NIAID and University of California, Berkeley develop a cell phone-based videomicroscope that provides fast and effective testing for L. loa parasites in blood samples, allowing dually-infected patients to be protected from ivermectin complications.
The Illinois Waterway has successfully recovered following the passage of the 1972 Clean Water Act, according to a study published in BioScience. The authors used a robust data set to demonstrate a strong linkage between water quality and the rebound of fish populations.
A study found that lavender aromatherapy reduced preoperative anxiety in ambulatory surgery patients. The effect was modest but showed promise as a potential tool for managing anxiety in the operating room setting.
Researchers in Brazil and the Netherlands explore using single-cell algae to remove pollutants from sewage waste, producing large amounts of biomass for composting. The decentralized system could enable small communities to treat their own black water, reducing the need for industrial-scale fertilizers.
Researchers found that Hawaiian birds timed their breeding and molting with the availability of specific flowers, which in turn was linked to heavier rainfall periods. This suggests that climate changes can cascade up the food chain and affect wildlife abundance.
The study reveals that Albertocetus had a large brain size, intermediate between modern cetaceans and terrestrial even-toed hoofed animals. The partial vertebral column indicates that it retained a similar shape and moved similarly to its archaeocete ancestors.
A golden potato engineered to be more nutritious than white potatoes has the potential to prevent disease and death in developing countries. The yellow-orange tuber provides up to 42% of a child's recommended daily intake of vitamin A and 34% of vitamin E.
A study of 21,103 children found no significant differences in emotional and mental health difficulties between those with lesbian or gay parents and those with heterosexual parents. However, children of bisexual parents experienced greater difficulties, which disappeared after accounting for minority stress among bisexual parents.
A study of over 100,000 patients found that low blood phosphate levels were associated with a similar risk of coronary problems as elevated levels. This contradicts previous research suggesting low volumes of the mineral were beneficial to cardiovascular health.
New research from Duke University reveals that astrocytes play a crucial role in regulating the development and function of synapses in the brain. The study found that three proteins control the web-like structure of each astrocyte, which directly impacts the balance between excitatory and inhibitory neural connections.
Scientists have developed an antibacterial coating that embeds viruses to destroy bacteria, with the coated films retaining their effectiveness for up to three months. The coating, made from a combination of pullulan and trehalose, has shown promise in preventing bacterial contamination of food.
MossRehab's Drucker Brain Injury Unit and MRRI have been recognized for excellence in TBI treatment and research. The facility has continuously funded research on outcome prediction and treatment since 1997.
Researchers developed a high-throughput system to study individual cells infected with a virus, revealing that the antiviral drug is most effective against growing viruses. The study's findings could lead to smarter design of new antiviral drugs by identifying specific factors responsible for different treatment outcomes.
A recent study published by the University of Leeds reveals that diabetic foot ulcers have severe consequences, including limited mobility and increased risk of heart disease. The research found that more than half of patients with infected ulcers did not heal over a year, highlighting the need for close monitoring and timely treatment.
A new nuclear medicine test can identify kidney transplant infection in non-invasive procedures, using positron emission tomography/magnetic resonance imaging (PET/MRI). The test has the potential to refine characterization of infectious and inflammatory kidney diseases.
A study published in Scientific Reports reveals how Cape Town's baboons use a sit-and-wait tactic before raiding homes and gardens in search of food. The research shows that only 10% of their foraging time is spent on raids, highlighting the extreme behavioral flexibility of these canny primates.
Fibroblasts' circadian clocks affect wound healing, with slower healing times observed at night. Researchers found that resetting cellular clocks before surgery could help maximize healing outcomes.
A study by Coventry University and Oxford University found no connection between intuitive or analytical thinking and supernatural beliefs. Instead, researchers suggest that upbringing and socio-cultural processes drive religious beliefs, contradicting the long-held theory of 'natural' intuition playing a key role.
A recent study published in Nature Communications found that northern high-latitude cooling played a key role in triggering the rapid termination of the African Humid Period around 5500 years ago. This period was characterized by significant rainfall, but its sudden end led to aridification in the region.
A new study published in PLOS ONE suggests that endurance training can help alleviate muscle inflammation by targeting specific immune cells and promoting muscle repair. The research found that exercise alters microRNAs that downregulate immune processes and increase mitochondrial content, ultimately reducing muscle damage and inflamma...
Researchers have created a new statistical model to study bycatch in commercial fishing, enabling more accurate predictions of incidental catches. The Random-Effects Hurdle Model can be applied to various fields with complex data structures, including health economics and medicine.
Researchers have identified specific yeast genes responsible for producing phenylethyl acetate, a flavor compound imparting a hint of rose or honey to alcoholic beverages. The study uses CRISPR/Cas9 to precisely engineer desirable traits in yeasts, potentially leading to the creation of new flavors.
A new study led by University of Maryland neuroscientists found that subplate neurons, thought to have no role in transmitting sensory information, may conduct such signals after all. This discovery could enable early diagnosis of autism and other cognitive deficits.
A new study from Rice University reveals that nearly 80% of undocumented Mexican immigrants living near the California-Mexico border have a lifetime history of traumatic events. Clinically significant psychological distress affects around 50% of these individuals, with many reporting domestic violence, poverty, and material deprivation.
Researchers at Texas Biomedical Research Institute tested a new drug for hepatitis B virus infection, which uses RNA interference to reduce surface antigens. The therapy has shown safety and effectiveness in human trials, offering hope for a potential cure.
A recent study on Mount Rainier floral communities found that climate change can cause reassembly among wildflowers, leading to disrupted interactions. In 2015, an unusually warm summer resulted in new patterns of flowering times, with some species blooming earlier and others later.
A new study measures the causes behind the US health care spending increase, attributing 50% to price and intensity of services. The analysis reveals that factors like population growth, age, disease prevalence, and utilization drive most of the spending increase.
Physicists at NIST have created a new method to link atoms' properties quickly, potentially providing precise sensing and quantum computer tools. The approach uses dipolar interaction to enable fast entanglement propagation through groups of atoms.
Researchers studied bosons in a Bose-Einstein condensate and observed bright jets of atoms shooting out of the condensate, unlike expected random ejections, when applying a magnetic field. This unexpected behavior may be useful for amplifying small signals in quantum technology applications.
A study found that 43% of online cannabidiol products had more and 26% had less than the indicated amount on their labels. The findings highlight the need for stricter regulations and testing standards to ensure these products are used for medicinal purposes.
Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have identified 52 potential wildlife corridors in Tanzania, linking protected areas across the country. The study found that nearly a sixth of previously identified corridors may be separated by land conversion.
Researchers at FAU have identified two mechanisms by which H. pylori destroys the stomach's protective layer, allowing bacteria to access deeper tissue layers and inflict further damage. The team also discovered that the injected bacterial toxin reprograms host cells, making them potentially cancerous.
Researchers analyzed social interactions in France and Japan, identifying five behaviors that influence group decisions. They developed a mathematical model that reproduces the results and predicts group performance based on information exchange, which can lead to improved cooperation and collaboration.
A recent study published in Nature Genetics reveals that the DNA error surveillance and repair system is more efficient in protein-coding exons than other genomic regions. This higher efficiency allows for better conservation of essential genetic sequences across species.
A Rutgers-led study has shown promise in using inner ear stem cells to reverse deafness, but also poses a risk of increased cell division, which could lead to cancer. The researchers discovered that controlling the chromatin state can reduce unwanted stem cell proliferation.