Researchers at the University of Washington School of Medicine found that different brain areas interact to recognize partially covered shapes. The study reveals how signals from the visual cortex and thinking sections of the brain work together to enhance shape recognition.
A recent study published in Paediatric and Perinatal Epidemiology found that the HPV vaccine is associated with improved fertility in some women, particularly those with a history of sexually transmitted infections. The research, led by Boston University School of Public Health, suggests that vaccinated women with an STI history have s...
A new study finds that basic primary health care and education are crucial for women leaving provincial prisons, addressing trauma, addiction, and chronic diseases. Researchers suggest partnership programs between the health, education, and criminal justice ministries to improve outcomes.
Researchers at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center have identified Polycomb Repressive Complex 1 (PRC1) as a key molecular switch that activates healthy sperm production in males. The study reveals that PRC1 sheds reproductive germline gene components, allowing fertile sperm to develop when the time is right.
Researchers at ETH Zurich have discovered a way to control Ostwald ripening in foams, which causes undesirable changes in texture and weakens product performance. By using networked particles as stabilizers, they can prevent or stop this process, leading to more effective and controlled foam stability.
Researchers developed a new way to assess and predict facial expressions of movie-goers using factorized variational autoencoders (FVAEs). The method demonstrates a surprising ability to reliably predict viewers' facial expressions for the remainder of the movie after just a few minutes of observation.
The University of Central Florida research group created a new electrode material for high-performance lithium-ion batteries that can be recharged thousands of times without degrading. The new technology has the potential to revolutionize energy storage and make it more sustainable.
A new study by researchers at the University at Buffalo found that pregnant smokers who learn to manage their negative emotions are more likely to quit. The study showed that an emotion regulation treatment program significantly improved quitting rates among these women.
Researchers are learning how animals overcome environmental challenges through shared strategies, inspiring new designs for robots and flying vehicles. The study of complex physiological systems and the intersection of physics and organismal biology is a rapidly advancing field with promising applications.
Researchers found eight mutations associated with autism in the TRIO gene, which can lead to weaker or stronger connections between brain cells. Weaker connections may hinder information storage and processing, while stronger connections cause trouble communicating between brain cells.
A new study by Martin G. Kocher and colleagues reveals that groups are more likely to behave unethically than individuals, with honest participants often deciding to misreport in a team setting. The researchers attribute this phenomenon to the exchange of arguments over the validity of honesty norms, which leads to a shift in behavior.
Professor Cuzick received the Cancer Research UK Lifetime Achievement Award for his pioneering work on cancer prevention, including developing effective breast cancer treatments and models to assess risk. The award recognizes his exceptional contributions to the field of cancer research spanning over 30 years.
Chemists at LMU München have developed a new synthesis to reduce the speed of a molecular motor, allowing them to analyze its light-driven rotation in complete detail. This breakthrough enables the study of unidirectional motion and opens up potential applications in catalysis and smart materials.
Researchers developed a microfluidic chip-based platform for analyzing live cells using fluorescence microscopy. The platform uses a CMOS image sensor and allows for fully automated systems, making it suitable for high-throughput applications.
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet create cell models of human brain using skin cells from patients with lissencephaly, a rare congenital developmental disease. The study reveals that diseased cells matured slower and were less mobile compared to healthy controls.
A meta-analysis found that sleep deprivation, administered in controlled settings, rapidly reduces symptoms of depression in approximately half of patients. The study suggests that partial sleep deprivation is equally effective as total sleep deprivation and medication does not significantly influence the results.
A community health worker-led multicomponent intervention improved systolic and diastolic blood pressure control in low-income patients with uncontrolled hypertension. Over 18 months, the intervention group showed a significant decrease in blood pressure and increased controlled hypertension rates compared to usual care.
A new study published in The Lancet found that India has avoided about 1 million deaths of children under age five since 2005, primarily due to reductions in pneumonia, diarrhea, tetanus, and measles. If national progress had matched states' rates, nearly three times that number could have been saved.
A new study suggests science denial is not limited to the political right, but a desire to see the world fit one's personal preferences drives it. People of all political backgrounds can be motivated to participate in science denial, particularly when results contradict their existing attitudes.
Researchers found that teen fathers are less likely to provide financial support, but teen parents are staying in school longer and have seen an uptick in income. The study suggests that factors like the 'cougar effect' and improved reporting of teenage males may contribute to the growth in teenage paternity.
The University of Kansas will partner with four other Kansas universities to study the role of microorganisms in environmental changes and economic implications. This project aims to improve understanding of microbiomes in water, plants, and soil.
Researchers at Oregon State University have identified two proteins, NGO1985 and NGO2121, as promising gonorrhea vaccine candidates. These proteins show extensive sensitivity to antimicrobial compounds, making them attractive targets for developing a vaccine.
A new study found an association between youth tackle football before age 12 and impaired mood and behavior later in life. The study, published in Nature's Translational Psychiatry, showed that participants who started playing at a younger age had twice the risk of behavioral regulation problems and three times the risk of depression.
Researchers use metabolomics to analyze chemical compositions of Espeletia plants and confirm hypothesis on their origin and migration routes along the northern Andes. The study suggests that geographic isolation favored allopatric speciation in this plant genus.
A new treatment for osteoporosis has shown significant improvements in bone density and fracture protection. The study found that romosozumab reduced the risk of vertebral fractures by 48% and clinical fractures by 27%, offering better protection against fractures for high-risk patients.
A new study by Duke-NUS Medical School found that Alzheimer's patients with CeVD exhibit different brain network changes compared to those without CeVD, suggesting distinct underlying pathology. This finding may improve diagnosis, treatment, and management of neurodegenerative disorders.
Researchers at the University of Sheffield found that animals spin silk by pulling, not pushing, which could lead to more environmentally-friendly synthetic materials. The new process, known as pultrusion, has the potential to improve how synthetic textiles are processed and reduce environmental damage.
PharmaMar is conducting a Phase I clinical study to identify the optimal dose of PM14 in patients with advanced solid tumors. The trial aims to assess the safety profile and pharmacokinetics of PM14, with approximately 50 patients forecasted to participate.
Researchers analyzed over five decades of data to find that changes in non-extreme precipitation are more significant than previously realized. The study highlights the importance of examining precipitation in a nuanced way, as even small changes can have a substantial impact on ecosystems and resource management.
Astronomers have detected the closest ever binary supermassive black hole system in galaxy NGC 7674, featuring two massive black holes with a combined mass of 40 million solar masses. The discovery is significant as it confirms theoretical predictions and provides insight into gravitational wave sources.
Lesotho achieves high viral load suppression rates, while Uganda's previously expanding epidemic stabilizes due to circumcision and treatment expansions. New US strategy aims to accelerate progress in high-burden countries by 2020
A new study published in PLOS Medicine found that HPV testing detects a higher number of precancerous cervical lesions compared to cytology-based Pap smears in women offered HPV vaccination. The study showed significant improvements in detection rates for high-grade cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN2+) with HPV testing.
Research suggests that clearing the airway to prevent 'tongue swallowing' can delay crucial chest compressions, leading to increased mortality rates. In analyzed videos of athlete cardiac arrests, only 38% showed chest compressions, highlighting a critical gap in resuscitation protocols.
A Rutgers University study found that 83% of sindoor samples collected from the US and India had at least 1.0 microgram of lead per gram, exceeding FDA limits. Researchers urge government to take action as a public health issue, not relying on consumer choice.
A new analysis has calculated the likelihood of a massive rogue wave during Hurricane Joaquin in 2015, which may help improve the prediction of rogue waves to understand risks posed by these unusual wave patterns. The study suggests a one-in-130 chance of a 46ft high rogue wave occurring during the hurricane.
Hurricane Maria strengthened to a Category 5 storm due to rapid updrafts in the eyewall, creating a tall thunderstorm cell known as a 'hot tower.' The NASA GPM satellite provided 3-D imagery of the storm, while the Aqua satellite analyzed cloud top temperatures indicating strong storms capable of heavy rain.
This study identifies the role of tumor-infiltrating B cells in promoting melanoma progression and resistance to therapy. The researchers found that depletion of B cells in the tumor microenvironment shows antitumor activity in patients with advanced metastatic melanoma.
A new study published in Archives of Sexual Behavior found that men and women with square faces tend to have a stronger sex drive, are more likely to engage in casual sex, and report higher levels of sociosexuality. Researchers attribute these findings to variations in testosterone levels during puberty.
A research project led by CityU aims to understand the relationship between the East Asian Winter Monsoon and blocking events, and how Arctic amplification may impact the region's climate. The study hopes to provide valuable insights for policymakers evaluating the risk of cold extremes in East Asia.
Research found that transgender adolescents are up to four times more likely to engage in substance use and nearly double the risk of suicidal thoughts compared to non-transgender peers. School-based victimization and depression were significant factors contributing to these disparities.
A comprehensive meta-analysis of dozens of studies found cranberry products significantly reduced the incidence of recurrent UTIs, especially in patients with gynecological surgery. The review attributes this to proanthocyanidins, which prevent infection-causing bacteria from sticking to urinary tract walls.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology found potential technology-based solutions to replace 13 out of 14 scarce metals with carbon nanomaterials. Carbon nanomaterials, such as graphene, have similar properties to metals and can be used in various applications, including electronics and plastics.
A team of UC Santa Barbara scientists will receive funding to develop and test technologies that monitor large-scale giant kelp farms. They will combine existing technology to enable farm managers to carefully monitor kelp beds and maximize yields.
Research by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Katariina Nykyri suggests that solar wind fluctuations can affect the speed and strength of space hurricanes, impacting plasma transport into Earth's magnetosphere. This may provide insights for better space-weather prediction and safer satellite navigation.
Researchers found that winning a competition makes people more willing to pay for luxury items and assign greater value to them. Contrary to expectations, testosterone levels were unaffected by winning or losing.
Researchers at WashU Medicine have identified a way to convert white fat into beige fat, a type of fat that burns calories and protects against obesity. By blocking a specific protein in white fat cells, scientists can induce the production of beige fat, leading to weight loss and improved metabolic health.
Cyclone Otis has been devoid of deep convection for about 10 hours, indicating a compact swirl of low-level clouds without generating precipitation. The storm is expected to dissipate due to cool sea surface temperatures and dry air within a day.
Research reveals that breast milk components vary with mother's circadian rhythm, potentially impacting infant health. The study suggests that this variation can produce circadian stimuli improving the well-being of breastfed infants.
A new study reveals that severe Perkinsea infections (SPI) is the third most common infectious disease of frogs in North America. Mass mortalities caused by SPI resulted in up to 95% tadpole population deaths, further jeopardizing frog populations.
A new study led by Brown University researchers found evidence for large surface ice deposits on Mercury's north pole and smaller-scale deposits scattered around the pole. The research adds significantly to Mercury's ice inventory, potentially doubling it.
A study by Jean M. Twenge and Heejung Park found that teenagers today are less likely to engage in adult activities such as working, driving, dating, drinking alcohol, and having sex compared to previous decades. The decline in these activities is observed across demographic groups and suggests a broad-based cultural shift.
A team of 106 Concordia undergraduate students co-authored a review article on human gut microbiota and its interactions with the host. The project, led by affiliate assistant professor Chiara Gamberi, aimed to improve students' writing and editing skills.
A study by the National Institutes of Health found that Gulf spill cleanup workers who handled oil dispersants or were exposed to them during cleanup reported symptoms such as cough, wheeze, and skin and eye irritation. The study suggests a short-term effect of dispersants on health symptoms.
Neutrophils, white blood cells that can cause damage after a hemorrhagic stroke, can be trained to release beneficial molecules like lactoferrin. This could lead to a new therapeutic approach for reducing brain damage after the injury.
Researchers found that players who started playing at age 12 or later had less risk of clinical impairment in executive function and depression compared to those who started earlier. The study suggests that repeated head impacts during childhood may lead to long-term problems with mood and behavior.
Experts outline steps hospitals can take to reduce risk, including workforce training, patching operating systems, and reporting attacks promptly. However, full security is unlikely to be achievable due to the complexity of modern hospital systems.
A longitudinal study found that students' self-concepts of their abilities in math and reading play a crucial role in motivating their achievements over time and across levels of achievement. The study, led by Maria Ines Susperreguy, suggests that children's beliefs about their academic capabilities are essential for later success.
Researchers at Columbia University developed a 3D-printable synthetic soft muscle with intrinsic expansion ability, outperforming natural muscle in strain density and lifting capacity. The material can be shaped and reshaped to mimic natural motion, enabling the creation of lifelike robots for various applications.
Between 2000 and 2015, opioid-related deaths significantly increased, contributing a loss of 0.28 years in life expectancy. Most of these deaths were unintentional, accounting for 96% of the total loss.
A newly-discovered reflex arc disrupts hormone secretion by adrenal glands, leading to increased bacterial infections. Trauma-induced spinal cord injuries weaken the immune system, resulting in severe infections and hindering nervous tissue regeneration.