A recent study published in the Emergency Medicine Journal found that simply eyeballing patients may be more effective than using a formal structured assessment to prioritize those who are the sickest. The researchers compared the triage decisions made by experienced nurses and phlebotomists with medical students, finding that basic cl...
Researchers propose that applying CAFE-style standards to fertilizer production could yield $5-8 billion in economic benefits for the US corn sector. The approach aims to incentivize technology development and reduce nitrogen pollution, with potential environmental and human health gains.
A study found that 40-50% of leading hip-hop music videos from 2013-2017 contained tobacco and marijuana use, with brand placement increasing with song popularity. The prevalence of combustible or electronic use rose with songs' popularity, particularly among young people.
A 10-year remote sensing analysis reveals that rare canopy trees are more likely to increase in population size than common ones, supporting the Janzen-Connell hypothesis. However, constraints on population growth do not stabilize the tree population, leading to increased size over time.
Matt Jones will use the grant to develop techniques in liquid cell transmission electron microscopy (TEM) to view chemical processes in real time at the atomic scale. He aims to capture video of nanocrystal synthesis, protein biofouling and catalysis itself.
A new study reveals that terahertz data links are not as secure as previously thought, and can be intercepted by clever eavesdroppers. Researchers found ways to steal signals without being detected, even with directional beams, by using objects like metal plates or cylinders to scatter the signal.
Bioavailable iron in glacial dust supports phytoplankton growth and enhances climate feedback by removing carbon dioxide. During glacial periods, 25-45% of iron is bioavailable, whereas interglacial periods have only 5-10%.
Earl Miller, a renowned expert in working memory, has developed a new model known as Working Memory 2.0, which recognizes the interplay between two distinct rhythms in the cortex. The Cognitive Neuroscience Society awarded Miller the prize for his groundbreaking research with potential to revolutionize the field.
A new study warns that climate change could lead to significant decreases in global beer consumption, ranging from 4% to 16%, and price increases by 15%. The research suggests that countries with smaller beer consumption would face larger reductions, while those where beer is currently expensive may not be affected as much.
Researchers at the University of Bradford have developed a universal blood test that can detect cancer in patients under suspicion of the disease with high accuracy. The test measures DNA damage caused by ultraviolet light and uses Artificial Intelligence to analyze thousands of cells, improving predictability beyond 93%.
A new study exploring the tradeoff between masculine and feminine leadership traits reveals that women internalize a stereotypically masculine view of leadership. The research, published in Frontiers in Psychology, suggests that women may feel disadvantaged compared to male leaders if they adopt traditionally feminine styles.
A Cornell University study found that wildflower strips on farms boost strawberry yields when surrounded by the right mix of natural habitat and agricultural land. The optimal range for pollinator attraction is between 25 to 55 percent surrounding natural landscapes, where wildflowers also draw more beneficial insects.
Pax5 helps maintain immune health by efficiently organizing genetic information in immune cells. The protein's organization skills are crucial for cells to access specific instructions and function properly, with disruptions linked to increased cancer risk.
Jimil Shah, a recent mechanical engineering doctoral graduate, is the recipient of the 2018 ASME Electronic and Photonic Packaging Division Student Engineer of The Year Award. He excelled in research and has shown promise to be a strong contributor in the field of electronic and photonic packaging.
A study found that Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery patients experience higher peak alcohol concentrations and slower alcohol elimination compared to pre-surgery. This suggests a steady increase in alcohol consumption among post-surgery patients, highlighting the need for improved screening tools.
Researchers at USC and the Los Angeles Cancer Surveillance Program found that 15- to 39-year-olds have the best survival rate among any age group for many years. The analysis adjusted for Kaposi's sarcoma and lymphomas, which were linked to the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the US.
RIT researchers are building an automatic speech recognition application using deep learning to document and transcribe the traditional Seneca language. The project aims to support other rare or vanishing languages as well. The team has collected over 50 hours of recorded material and achieved promising results.
A new study reveals that mammals cannot evolve fast enough to escape the current extinction crisis, threatening the loss of unique ecological functions and evolutionary history. Conservation efforts must be improved to prevent further extinctions, with some species facing high risks of disappearing within 50 years.
The new interactive scenario explorer provides a curated set of 414 climate scenarios developed by over a dozen research teams worldwide. The tool facilitates better understanding of synergies and trade-offs between climate change mitigation and sustainable development, and is freely accessible to the public.
Researchers followed 112 youth football players over a season, finding no association between cumulative head impacts and worsening performance on neurocognitive tests. Younger age and ADHD history predicted some score changes, while anxiety and depression were linked to symptom reporting.
Older adults who self-harm are at higher risk of dying from unnatural causes, including suicide. A large observational study found that nearly 90% were not referred for specialist mental health assessment after visiting their GP.
Researchers at MU have successfully produced a litter of pigs genetically resistant to a deadly porcine virus by means of gene editing. The pigs lack the enzyme ANPEP, which is necessary for an infection, and were not infected when exposed to the TGEV virus.
Researchers analyzed Facebook status histories and electronic medical records of 683 patients to identify correlations between post language and depression. They found that language indicating sadness, loneliness, hostility, self-reference, and rumination were associated with a higher risk of depression.
Post-tropical cyclone Leslie made landfall in Portugal, causing power outages and heavy rainfall, with the storm's remnants later affecting southern Spain and western Italy. NASA's Suomi NPP satellite captured images of the disorganized low-pressure system, which was visible over the Iberian Peninsula.
Researchers have created biomaterials that combine ordered and disordered segments to form a stable, porous scaffold that promotes cell growth and vascularization. The material's unique properties enable it to integrate into tissue with minimal inflammation and hold its volume well.
The study found that sweet and bitter tastes were quickly detected but took longer to be identified, while salty and sour tastes were vice versa. The researchers also discovered that participants' ratings of pleasantness influenced processing speed for sweet and bitter tastes.
Young women previously treated for cancer with cardiotoxic treatments are more likely to develop clinical congestive heart failure (CHF) during and after pregnancy. According to the study, there's approximately a 1 in 3 chance of developing CHF for women who have been exposed to cardiotoxic treatments and had prior cardiotoxicity.
International study finds full bans on corporal punishment at home and school reduce physical fighting among young people by 42-69%. Partial bans show little impact, while no bans are associated with higher rates of youth violence.
Day's research develops layer-by-layer assembled nanoshells to deliver tumor suppressor miR-34a into cells, reducing cancer cell growth. Gleghorn discovers TRPV4 regulates airway development in fetal lungs, potentially leading to new therapeutic targets for bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
The study found that the selfish genes were unrelated to each other and use different mechanisms to kill sibling spores, suggesting they may be more common than previously thought. The discovery provides new insights into the genetics of fungal fratricide and has implications for understanding evolutionary patterns.
Researchers found that most hospital-acquired bloodstream infections come from patients' own gut, with 15 of 30 patients having the same strain in both stool and blood samples. The study used bioinformatics software to rapidly identify the source of infections, which could help address risk factors and prevent recurrence.
Researchers analyzed postnatal mouse hearts to understand regenerative capacity and biochemical processes affected by myocardial infarction (MI). Key findings include novel changes in metabolism, such as temporal regulation of mevalonate and ketone body metabolism.
A new study suggests that requiring manufacturers to sell nitrogen fertilizers with efficient compounds could reduce air and water pollution from nitrogen use by 16 percent. This approach could earn farmers millions of dollars through higher crop yields and reduce total costs of nitrogen pollution up to $5-7 billion.
Climate change will lead to declines in barley yields, resulting in price surges and reduced availability of beer worldwide. The study projects a decline of 16% in beer supply during severe climate events, affecting hundreds of millions of people.
Researchers discovered that herpesvirus 6 infection before inducing EAE significantly accelerated the disease's progression in marmosets. This finding supports the hypothesis that viral infections can increase susceptibility to autoimmunity by triggering a heightened immune state.
Researchers highlight importance of environmental surveillance in detecting silent polio transmission, which can lead to paralytic cases if left undetected. The study found that a substantial proportion of children under 10 were likely infected during the 2013 silent polio outbreak in Israel.
The study calculates mammalian phylogenetic diversity loss due to extinctions since the Last Interglacial. Global losses exceed expected random extinctions, with recovery estimated at 3-5 million years for PD lost during this period.
The article examines the role of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) in increased risk of gestational malformations. SSRIs can disrupt embryonic development by affecting serotonin levels and ion channel activity, highlighting the importance of serotonin in normal embryonic development.
Research found that six weeks of endurance exercise altered the gut microbiota, decreasing inflammation-causing Proteobacteria and increasing Akkermansia, a genus linked to enhanced metabolism. Exercise also improved cardiometabolic health by reducing VLDL particles.
Researchers found that 3-year-old children could retroactively combine memories with new information to spot false beliefs, a skill developing episodic memory. In contrast, 18-month-olds were unable to do so but could identify false beliefs in others, suggesting the role of episodic memory in monitoring other's belief states
Researchers found that tropical tree populations increase mainly in locations where the tree is rare, suggesting a 'negative feedback' mechanism that regulates population growth. This phenomenon could explain the high ecological diversity of tropical forests, with more species living in a smaller area than in North America combined.
Researchers discovered that animals swish their tails to generate a curtain of breeze that wafts insects away. The study found that the animals were swinging their tails three times faster and using 27 times more energy than expected, but still only intercepted one insect every 90 seconds.
A recent study by Cornell University found that virtual reality can significantly alter the perceived pungency of blue cheese when eaten in different environments. The researchers used a sensory booth, park bench, and cow barn to test how surroundings affect food perception.
Bacterioplankton's reliance on vitamin B1 and its precursors has been found to be more significant than previously thought. This study highlights the crucial role of exogenous nutrient availability in supporting growth and nutrient cycling in aquatic ecosystems.
A study found that Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) costs may be higher than expected reimbursements, potentially limiting access to recommended services for minority and low-income patients. The program aims to prevent diabetes in Medicare beneficiaries, but insufficient reimbursement may deter healthcare providers.
A University of Akron engineer is working on antifouling materials to prevent unwanted organisms from accumulating on medical implants. This can help reduce the risk of foreign body reactions and improve patient outcomes.
Researchers analyzed over 500,000 mouse decisions to identify a brain region supporting a decision-making strategy similar to nonhuman primates. This discovery paves the way for manipulating this circuit using advanced techniques.
Researchers found that vaginal births reduce cell death in brain regions, while C-sections lead to increased ultrasonic vocalizations and altered hormone expression at weaning. Cesarean-born mice also had greater body weight.
For Syrian refugees in Brazil, food serves as a bridge to their past, recreating memories of Damascus, Homs, and Aleppo. It strengthens their sense of identity as Syrians, providing a connection to their homeland and a sense of belonging in their new life.
Purdue researchers, including Nobel Prize winner Ei-ichi Negishi, developed a new chemical process to synthesize drug-like molecules with ultra-high purity. The technology produces high yields and has a broad scope for use among boron-based drugs.
Researchers develop chemically programmed synthetic cells that can communicate and interact with each other in a highly coordinated way, forming self-supporting artificial tissue spheroids. The artificial tissues undergo sustained beat-like oscillations in size, allowing for modulated amplitude of beating and control of chemical signals.
A new study published in the Journal of Applied Psychology finds that psychopathic tendencies can help men rise through management ranks, but have a negative impact on women's leadership prospects. The researchers suggest that this double standard may be due to societal expectations and gender norms.
A study published in Cell Death Discovery found that a critical switch during breaks in nursing controls whether breast cells survive or die, potentially providing a strategy to block cancer. The researchers identified the unfolded protein response (UPR) pathway as a key player in this process.
A replication of the 1997 Woodhull Study on Nursing and the Media found nurses continue to be underrepresented as sources in health news stories. The study also revealed biases among newsrooms and journalists that hinder the use of nurses as sources, despite their unique perspectives.
Research found that low-income couples who withdraw from their spouse's demands experience stable relationship satisfaction, while wealthier couples face declining relationship satisfaction. Conversely, high-income couples' relationship dissatisfaction increases when they do not exhibit strong withdrawal behaviors.
A study in Germany shows that cancer patients face substantial financial impacts, including income loss and material hardship, with adverse psychological effects. The survey of 247 patients revealed that 80.6% faced higher out-of-pocket costs and 37.2% experienced significant income loss.
Recent studies use non-invasive brain stimulation to investigate the neurobiology underlying implicit biases, revealing potential for behavioral interventions to reduce stereotyping. The technique has shown promise in modulating brain activity linked to social behaviors and attitudes.
Researchers found that dogs have a rudimentary neural representation of meaning for words they have been taught, differentiating between familiar and unfamiliar words. The study suggests dogs may not always understand the literal meaning of words but can infer their intended context.
Karen Kasza, a researcher at Columbia Engineering, has won a Packard Fellowship for her work on understanding tissue development and morphology. Her lab aims to use novel approaches to engineer functional tissues for medical applications.
Researchers discovered that the Gilthead sea bream was extensively traded from Egypt to Canaan over 2,000 years, with the majority coming from a hypersaline waterbody like the Bardawil lagoon. This ancient trade indicates an early form of commercial fish exploitation.