Researchers at Oregon State University have developed a new technique for extracting uranium from an aqueous solution using soap-like chemicals, potentially reducing the need for harsher separation methods. The technique also shows promise for legacy waste treatment and environmental cleanup.
Researchers have created a human stem-cell based system to find drugs for mitochondrial disease. They extracted skin cells from patients with faulty mitochondria and used them to identify a promising potential drug called avanafil. This breakthrough gives the potential for truly personalized treatments for rare diseases.
Researchers found that DNA amount controls initial steroid hormone production, signaling start of metamorphosis. This internal timer determines juvenile development and makes metamorphosis irreversible.
Scientists have found that electrons in vanadium dioxide move in unison, making it a poor conductor of heat. The material's unique properties make it suitable for applications like thermoelectric systems and window coatings.
A new gene therapy has demonstrated effectiveness in clearing glycogen buildup from muscles in mice, potentially replacing enzyme infusions. The therapy uses a modified virus to deliver a gene that produces an enzyme missing in people with Pompe disease.
Researchers successfully demonstrate metallic properties in hydrogen at pressures between 465-495 GPa and 5.5 Kelvin. The discovery has potential implications for high-temperature superconductivity and energy production.
A new study published in Nature forecasts disruption to alpine ecosystem health due to climate change. Rising temperatures are expected to decouple key nutrient cycles in mountain soils and plants, threatening the function of mountaintop ecosystems and their ability to provide clean water.
Genome editing offers promise for treating genetic disorders but raises major technological and ethical concerns. The ACMG Board of Directors emphasizes the need to overcome current limitations and address issues such as off-target effects and epigenetic marks.
The H0LiCOW collaboration has made a new measurement of the Hubble constant using quasars and gravitational lensing. The result agrees with recent independent studies but disagrees significantly with cosmic microwave background measurements, potentially indicating new physics beyond the standard cosmological model.
A new laboratory technique allows for the indefinite growth of healthy and diseased cells, offering possibilities for living biobanks, personalized medicine, and novel cancer research. The method, known as conditional reprogramming, can grow million new cells in a week without genetic modification.
Academics used math to tackle cocoa yield fluctuations, optimize pig farming practices and improve hydroponics efficiency. The study aims to provide targeted advice for smallholder farmers and secure sustainable farming communities.
The Hubble Constant measurement by the H0LiCOW collaboration hints at 'new physics' beyond the standard model of cosmology. The team used gravitational lenses to measure the universe's expansion rate, which is crucial for confirming or refuting the current picture of dark energy and dark matter.
Researchers at Tohoku University have developed a new drug, SAK3, that stimulates the release of acetylcholine in the brain and improves cognition. In animal experiments, SAK3 has proven to be safe and well-tolerated, with potential for development into a disease-modifying drug.
Researchers at NIST have developed a new method to separate synthetic nanoparticles from living organisms, improving experiments on environmental and health impacts of manufactured entities. The sucrose density gradient centrifugation technique yields more accurate counts of ingested nanoparticles.
LIGO researcher Gabriela González has received the National Academy of Sciences Award for Scientific Discovery for her work on gravitational wave astronomy. She shares the award with David Howard Reitze and Peter R. Saulson, who have also contributed significantly to the field over 19 years.
Researchers discovered LSD binds at an angle, trapping it in the receptor, and part of the protein folds over, sealing it inside. This explains why LSD trips last for a full day despite small doses.
A recent study found a 19.2% increase in cigarette smoking among pregnant teenagers following the enactment of minimum legal sale ages for e-cigarettes. The policy had the greatest effects on the youngest pregnant women, with an average underage pregnant woman smoking about half a cigarette extra per day.
Scientists at Linköping University and the University of Borås developed a new technology that turns fabric into muscular tissue, allowing it to actuate like muscle fibers. The 'textile muscles' can be integrated into clothing, providing power for devices like exoskeletons, and opening up new opportunities for people with disabilities
A team of mathematicians from the University of Averio combined past and future operators to create a new theory for fractional calculus, which can predict how variables change and react. This breakthrough has implications for various technologies and applications, including information exchange and automation.
A new study shows that specialized physical therapy exercises can improve the curve of the spine, muscle endurance and quality of life in teens with scoliosis. Researchers advocate for conservative management to be added to standard care.
Researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute identified a protein called Macrophage Stimulating Protein (MSP) that causes bone destruction in metastatic breast cancer. A new drug, Ron inhibitor, blocks the activity of MSP, showing promising results in early clinical trials.
A new study found that providing nutritious meals to HIV-positive individuals and those with Type 2 diabetes improved medication adherence, reduced depression, and increased optimal blood sugar control. Participants consumed fewer fats, more fruits and vegetables, and lost weight, while also experiencing fewer symptoms of depression.
Dr. Joseph P. Mizgerd, a Boston University School of Medicine professor, has received an NIH award to study the biology of pneumonia, which kills more children worldwide than any other disease. He aims to advance lung defense against pneumonia and identify prevention strategies for chronic disease of aging.
Researchers using big data and CRISPR analyze the immune system's minute-by-minute response to viruses, revealing a step-by-step reaction. This approach provides crucial insights into how the body fights off infections.
Researchers at Oregon State University have discovered a new order of insect, Aethiocarenodea, featuring a 100-million-year-old specimen with a triangular head and alien-like features. The species has been named Aethiocarenus burmanicus and is believed to be an omnivore with special adaptations to survive in ancient forests.
The Danforth Center is expanding its research program to optimize breeding strategies for grain sorghum, a critical source of nutrition for millions in Sub-Saharan Africa. The grant will support the development and deployment of advanced phenotyping and breeding technologies.
Gabriela González, a professor at LSU and LIGO scientist, receives the 2017 Rossi Prize for her groundbreaking work on gravitational waves. Her discoveries have opened a new era in gravitational-wave astronomy.
Researchers demonstrate that artificial cells can communicate seamlessly with real cells through chemical signals, passing a basic laboratory Turing test. The artificial cells showed they could sense and respond to molecules from various bacterial species, including V. fischeri, E. coli, and P. aeruginosa.
AGU evaluates shifting science landscape and climate concerns, including air pollution's impact on desert southwest. Researchers also explore Mars' possible warming due to greenhouse effect.
Scientists discover that a minuscule change in brain connections between detecting hawthorn and apple odours may be the cause for the split amongst these fruit flies. This finding suggests that even small changes in nervous system can have significant effects on species, particularly in response to introduced foreign species.
A team of researchers at New Jersey Institute of Technology has developed spectral and co-spectral techniques to measure changes in subsurface water temperature and salinity. The methods, validated with a year's worth of data from two beaches in Alaska, can help coastal scientists anticipate changes in coastal ecosystems.
A recent study published in PLOS ONE found that diabetes accounts for 12% of deaths in the United States, significantly higher than previously thought. This increase is attributed to the growing prevalence of diabetes, which has risen by nearly 300% since 1980, affecting over 21 million Americans.
A new program, Early Check, offers free genetic testing for up to 120,000 families annually, aiming to improve health outcomes and scientific knowledge. The testing can help detect conditions like spinal muscular atrophy and fragile X syndrome, providing peace of mind for parents while also enabling research on potential treatments.
Scientists have successfully created a photonic chip that can emit directional photons, paving the way for complex quantum networks. This breakthrough enables full control over photons and has significant implications for quantum communication and information processing.
A preclinical model reveals that congenital heart disease disrupts cerebral oxygen supply, leading to reduced cortical growth and abnormal neurogenesis in the subventricular zone. Restoring NSPCs' neurogenic potential may help lessen long-term neurological deficits in children with CHD.
Patient navigators are a valuable resource for American Indians and Alaskan Natives with cancer, helping them overcome barriers to diagnosis and care. Researchers found that patients working with a navigator were almost four times more likely to have a definitive diagnosis within a year of an abnormal screening result.
Researchers at Nagoya University have uncovered a novel brain circuit for hunger responses during starvation, revealing the role of neuropeptide Y signals in controlling heat production by brown adipose tissue. The study found that inhibitory GABAergic inputs from medullary reticular neurons inhibit BAT thermogenesis.
Researchers found that fit female college students with normal iron levels achieved higher grade point averages than their unfit counterparts.
Researchers at UBC Okanagan campus found that safety codes can result in overly reinforced bridges, wasting materials and increasing construction expenses. The study suggests a new approach to seismic design, prioritizing self-centering capability and reducing the need for costly demolitions.
Researchers studied asteroid Chelyabinsk to determine properties necessary for deflection missions. The study found that an asteroid's composition, internal structure, density, and physical properties are crucial in determining the success of a kinetic projectile launch.
A new study found that adding bezlotoxumab to standard antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of recurrent Clostridium difficile (C.diff) infections by 37%. This reduction in recurrent infections can lead to fewer hospital admissions, reduced costs for the NHS, and possibly a decrease in deaths.
A new study published in Experimental Physiology found that sprint interval training is a powerful stimulus to elicit cellular remodelling in both men and women. The research, conducted at McMaster University, showed that changes in gene expression over a short time-scale are similar between the sexes.
Researchers developed an acoustofluidic chip to concentrate fluorescently labeled biomarkers using ultrasound, enabling the detection of smaller particles and boost their signal. The technique shows promise for point-of-care diagnostic applications, including the potential analysis via smartphone apps.
The quadrivalent influenza vaccine (QIV) is expected to provide health benefits in most parts of the world by reducing the burden of influenza. By targeting all four circulating strains, QIV may reduce medical costs and save lives compared to the trivalent influenza vaccine (TIV).
Research from Iowa State University shows that video game ratings can effectively reduce violent play in children when used by parents to guide purchases and set rules. Parents who use the rating system and mediate their child's play are less likely to experience negative behaviors, such as acting out or misbehaving.
Researchers at the University of Illinois used a novel imaging technique to visualize microscopic shifts in metabolism and vesicle production in tumor cells. The study found that these changes can precede larger-scale events in the tumor environment, potentially preparing the way for cancerous cells to spread and metastasize.
Short bowel syndrome results in significant changes to gene expression, including increased cell proliferation and immune response. The study provides a map of these alterations, potentially leading to new therapies for SBS patients.
Researchers have quantified social genetic effects on over 100 phenotypes in laboratory mice, finding that up to 29% of variation is explained by the social environment.
A recent study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found that stink bugs can contaminate wine with stress compounds, affecting its quality. The researchers discovered that pressing is a key step in releasing these compounds, and that limiting stink bugs to three per grape cluster could improve wine quality.
A new study finds that CMS and care providers lack predictive models needed to assess risks patients face after joint replacement. Hospital systems are apprehensive of getting penalized inadvertently because CJR's current payment model does not include a risk adjustment method.
Researchers have grown engineered heart tissue using a 3-D printer, improving heart function and decreasing dead tissue after a heart attack. The novel technique holds promise for the clinical use of 3-D-printing technology in preventing heart failure after a heart attack.
A new study reveals that anxiety in postmenopausal women is associated with increased severity of physical symptoms like hot flashes and sleep disruption. The study found a significant link between anxiety and urogenital symptoms, highlighting the importance of screening for anxiety to improve quality of life.
A new study found that delaying marijuana use until age 17 is associated with better brain function and fewer cognitive declines. Adolescents who started using cannabis earlier showed poorer verbal skills and vocabulary, as well as difficulties with problem-solving and daily adaptation.
Researchers found that nonresident seabirds concentrate their foraging efforts near Cordell Bank along the continental shelf break in Central California. This study identifies high-use foraging sites as a critical component of ocean conservation efforts.
A southern hemisphere moth species has been found to be resident in central Portugal, with a possible link to imported timber from South America. The species, Borkhausenia crimnodes, is likely to feed on decomposed plants and may exhibit invasive behavior.
Researchers have identified two specific dendritic cell groups, cDC1 and cDC2, present in human tumor tissues that stimulate strong anti-tumor immune responses. These cells show promise for developing innovative cancer immunotherapies by vaccinating tumors with the patient's own immune system.
A recent survey of primary care physicians found that 15% support the complete repeal of Obamacare, lower than the general public's percentage. The majority, 74%, favor changes to the law, such as creating a public option or increasing health savings accounts.
A systematic review found that healthcare providers frequently disagree on whether an individual is incapable of working. A new method, function-oriented assessment, has been developed to improve the assessment process for people with mental disorders.
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has pledged $279 million to the University of Washington's Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) over the next decade. This investment will enable IHME to provide critical data on global health trends, informing policymakers' decisions and improving population health worldwide.
Researchers confirmed a theoretical possibility of dual liquid states in sub-zero water and other tetrahedral molecules. A study using DNA origami and simulation revealed that such structures could exhibit a high-density and low-density liquid phase, separated by an empty lattice.