Ants kill fungus-infected pupae to stop the pathogen's lifecycle and prevent infection in the colony. The ants detect sick colony members using chemical cues and perform 'destructive disinfection' to eliminate them.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota demonstrate a new kind of magnetoresistance involving topological insulators, which could lead to improvements in future computing and computer storage. The discovery doubles magnetoresistance performance at 150 Kelvin compared to heavy metals.
A recent study by Queen Mary University of London found that protein markers are a more accurate predictor of patient responses to midostaurin, a new leukemia treatment. This breakthrough could lead to double the number of patients being treated and improve outcomes for those with acute myeloid leukemia.
Researchers at KAIST developed fiber OLEDs that surpass existing plansar substrates in terms of luminance and current efficiency values. The new technology also allows for the fabrication of OLEDs on ultra-thin fibers, with diameters as low as 90?, enabling the creation of wearable displays.
A KAIST research team used electron microscopy and scanning tunneling microscope to study the connection between magnetism and superconductivity. They found that low-energy spin fluctuations cannot mediate pairing between electrons, a critical step for superconductivity. This breakthrough enables the development of novel antiferromagne...
Researchers have developed a new technique to study nanodomains, which drive physiological processes in the body and are linked to diseases like heart disease. This breakthrough allows for high-quality imaging of signalling stations in human cells.
Medical professionals in the US should use trained medical interpreters to ensure patients with limited English proficiency receive accurate communication. Language access plans involving professional interpreters improve health outcomes, ethical patient care, and patient satisfaction, reducing costly repeat visits.
Tropical Cyclone Ava is weakening and moving southward off the coast of Madagascar, according to NASA. The cyclone's maximum sustained winds are near 35 knots (40 mph/62 kph), expected to dissipate later in the day on January 9.
Leaders who champion community health workers and a culture of innovation are key to their integration into medical home care teams. Community health workers' diverse roles, including outreach, education, and system navigation, can improve patient outcomes despite growing awareness needs.
A new study found that caregivers of children with obesity used more direct statements to restrict their child's eating, unlike mothers of healthy-weight children who relied on indirect comments. This discovery has important implications for practice guidelines and future research.
Researchers found supermassive black holes prevent star formation in smaller galaxies by driving powerful winds that heat gas, quenching the process. This discovery sheds light on how dwarf galaxies, composed of up to 100 million stars, evolve and affects our understanding of galaxy evolution.
A new stem cell method creates human arterial endothelial cells from cord blood and adult bone marrow, revealing two distinct states: healthy and compromised. The compromised state is linked to arteriosclerosis and can be used to study a major risk factor for heart disease.
Researchers at MIT and Brigham and Women's Hospital have developed a capsule that can deliver a week's worth of HIV drugs in a single dose. The new design allows for gradual release of the drug throughout the week, improving patient adherence and potentially preventing infections by up to 20 percent.
Researchers linked Washington State Medicaid data with parent information to identify social complexity risk factors. The study found that co-occurring risk factors were common and increased the rate of emergency department visits independently of medical complexity.
Researchers analyzed the Hypatia stone, a pebble found in Egypt, and discovered unique minerals that suggest it originated from pre-solar material. The stone contains polyaromatic hydrocarbons, metallic aluminum, phosphides, and moissanite, which are uncommon in our solar system.
A single gene variant can have a significant impact on human facial features, according to a new study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The research found three genetic variants tied to specific facial characteristics, including those related to steroid biosynthesis and mucolipidosis type IV.
A new study reveals significant healthcare disparities among patients aged 80 and older with advanced lung cancer. African Americans and those from lower-income areas are more likely to not receive standard care therapy, leading to poorer outcomes. In contrast, patients receiving standard treatment live longer.
Freshwater salinization syndrome caused by various salts is linked to increased alkalinization, posing risks to drinking water supplies and ecosystems. The study highlights the need for better regulation of these substances.
Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology have identified two urinary chemicals, trigonelline and homarine, that trigger a warning response in mud crabs when exposed to blue crab urine. This finding has implications for understanding ecological balances in marine ecosystems and informing better management of fisheries.
A new study from the University of Eastern Finland found that camelina oil reduces overall and LDL cholesterol levels in individuals with impaired glucose metabolism. Camelina oil, rich in alpha-linolenic acid, showed a positive effect on blood cholesterol levels but had no similar effects for fatty or lean fish.
A study of 106 counseling professionals found 71% work with clients exhibiting race-based trauma symptoms but only 33% received training on identifying it. Effective treatment models are needed to address racism and racial discrimination.
The Renown Institute for Health Innovation is partnering with Helix to offer DNA sequencing to an additional 40,000 Nevadans through the Healthy Nevada Project. This phase will utilize Helix's proprietary Next Generation Sequencing technology to provide unparalleled access to genetic data.
Childhood mortality in the US has been higher than other peer nations since the 1980s, with leading causes including prematurity and injuries. The study calls for continued funding of programs that save children's lives.
The ACA Medicaid expansion was positively associated with improved hospital performance and a reduced likelihood of hospital closure, particularly in rural markets. This is due to increased access to healthcare for previously uninsured adults, resulting in better health outcomes and less need for emergency care from hospitals.
Honey bee researchers found that foragers prefer sugar syrup laced with the fungicide chlorothalonil over a control at low concentrations, but avoid it at higher doses. The unexpected finding highlights the complex relationship between honey bees and environmental toxins.
The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine has published guidelines for safe informal milk sharing, emphasizing medical screening and safe handling practices. Informal breast milk sharing is recommended only for healthy term infants, with mothers taking steps to reduce infection risk through home pasteurization.
Researchers at UCSF have discovered that primary cilia on brain cells play a crucial role in signaling appetite control. Mutations in the MC4R gene, found in nearly all cases of severe obesity, are linked to impaired communication between neurons via primary cilia.
A field experiment found that a belief in group malleability reduces negative attitudes and increases willingness to make concessions with Palestinians. The intervention achieved sustained long-term reductions compared to the control group.
A new radiotracer, 18F-FDS, has been developed to identify and track bacterial infections in the lungs. The tracer was tested on mice with live bacteria or dead bacteria to induce inflammation, and it successfully differentiated between lung infection and inflammation.
A cellular traffic jam affects neurons in most ALS forms, with TDP-43 causing transport defects and disrupting protein import. A drug, KPT-335, may compensate for these disruptions, showing promise for treatment.
A study published in The Lancet Planetary Health found that air quality alert programs, like Toronto's, had limited effects on protecting public health. However, the authors suggest that collective and enforceable actions, such as improved urban planning and emission control, may be more effective in reducing health risks from air poll...
A new study finds that 37% of US drainage areas experienced significant increases in salinity and alkalization, with consequences for pipe stability and drinking water quality. Strategies like pre-wetting salt and monitoring aging pipes are recommended to mitigate effects on public health.
A recent study by Ben-Gurion University researchers found that conception during intrauterine device (IUD) use is associated with higher risks of preterm delivery, low birth weight babies, bacterial infections, and fetal loss. The study tracked 221,800 deliveries over a 23-year period.
Scientists discovered that specific metabolites in blue crab urine suppress mud crab foraging by 60% and 67%, respectively. This finding has significant implications for understanding chemically mediated interactions in marine ecosystems.
A new review of studies suggests that tight sugar control during labour and delivery may reduce newborn hypoglycaemia. The evidence is currently limited, emphasizing the need for high-quality investigations.
A recent Oregon Research Institute study found that recreational marijuana legalization had no significant effect on the number of youth who used marijuana, but increased the frequency of use among those already using it. The study suggests that community sales policies may not reduce teenage marijuana use and highlights the need for p...
The UW Reality Lab aims to develop technology for the next generation of applications, including tools for easily creating content and infrastructure solutions for streaming 3D video. The lab will educate tomorrow's AR and VR researchers and workers with new courses and access to state-of-the-art labs.
Researchers developed a novel strategy to produce aromatic polyesters from Escherichia coli strains using microbial fermentation and synthetic biology. The engineered E. coli strain can produce various high-valued aromatic polyesters from renewable biomass, offering a sustainable alternative for the bio-plastic industry.
A century-long study reveals freshwater salinization affects 37% of US drainage areas, with 90% increase in stream pH, primarily due to human salt inputs and accelerated weathering
Researchers developed a long-acting compound that targets HIV's replication, suppressing the virus and protecting immune cells. The compound works synergistically with current treatments, enhancing their potency and potentially improving treatment for 37 million people worldwide affected by HIV.
A new study published in Nature Geoscience found that strong El Nino events cause rapid melting of Antarctic ice shelves due to increased basal melt and reduced snowfall. In contrast, La Nina events lead to an increase in surface mass gain and reduce ice loss.
A recent study found modest declines in severe obesity prevalence among young children enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC), suggesting progress in addressing this public health concern. The study analyzed data from 22.6 million children aged 2-4 and reported an increase in obesit...
Researchers found that SOBER1, a plant protein, removes acetyl groups added by bacterial proteins, preventing the plant's immune response. This discovery could lead to strategies to boost plants' natural immunity or contain infections threatening agricultural crops.
A team of scientists discovered that beneficial viruses can integrate into bacteria carrying restriction-modification systems, which protect them from lethal infections. The study showed that these systems offer a temporary respite, allowing bacterial populations to grow and increasing the chances of acquiring beneficial viruses.
Researchers found that TRPM4 performs a similar role to TRPM5 in the taste system, enabling the detection of sweet, bitter and umami foods. This discovery challenges existing dogma and has implications for understanding human health and regulating appetite.
A report on high-quality carbohydrates and physical performance suggests that balanced diets rich in natural, carbohydrate-rich foods like potatoes may be optimal for improving athletic performance. The report aligns with decades of studies showing the primary importance of carbohydrates in sustaining and improving athletic performance.
Researchers at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory have developed a method to selectively disable the MYB protein, which enables cancer cells to proliferate. In tests in mice, this approach resulted in an 80% reduction in size of aggressive leukemia without harming normal cells.
Scientists at the University of Dundee developed a process that enables E. coli bacterium to act as an efficient carbon capture device, converting CO2 into formic acid with high efficiency and speed. This breakthrough could lead to a new way to store or recycle carbon dioxide, a key solution to global warming.
A recent study published in Pediatrics found that adolescents with severe obesity who underwent bariatric surgery showed significant improvements in cardiovascular disease risk factors. The study, known as Teen-LABS, demonstrated a reduction in the likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease later in life.
A new study found that exercising four to five times a week can improve maximum oxygen intake during exercise by 18% and elasticity of the left ventricular muscle of the heart by over 25%. The research suggests that beginning exercise in late middle age can help reverse damage to sedentary hearts.
A study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution found that all organisms are nearly equally fit for survival due to a universal tradeoff in energy allocation. This means that each species contributes the same amount of energy per gram of parent to the next generation, regardless of size or life history.
Tropical Cyclone Irving was hurricane-force in the Southern Indian Ocean, with heavy rainfall rates of over 93 mm/h reported by GPM's DPR Ku Band. The storm's 3-D precipitation structure was examined, revealing powerful storms at altitudes of up to 17 km.
Researchers at Imperial College London have discovered how bacteria evolved molecular motors to optimize their swimming. By building a 'family tree' of bacterial motors using 3D imaging and DNA analysis, the team found that sophisticated species had more stators than primitive species, with some having as many as 17 stators.
Researchers find uplift of sea floor in region caused by ice melting to be primary cause of methane hydrate dissolution. The process, ongoing for thousands of years, is not linked to climate change.
Researchers developed an epidemiological model to study the effect of climate warming on host-parasite dynamics in Eurypanopeus depressus and its parasitic barnacle Loxothylacus panopaei. Infection prevalence declined at a 1°C temperature increase, with localized extinction occurring at 2°C warming in the southeastern United States.
The US has poorer child health outcomes compared to other industrialized nations. Childhood mortality rates declined in all OECD countries between 1961-2010, but US infants had a 76% increased risk of death.
A study by University of South Florida researchers found a significant link between opioid prescriptions and child removal from homes due to parental neglect. The analysis revealed a 129% increase in such removals since 2012, with an estimated annual state fiscal cost of $40 million.
Manning's research focuses on the role of retinoblastoma protein in regulating chromosome segregation. Her work aims to understand how defects in this process contribute to genetic variability and chemotherapy resistance in tumors. The study may lead to new targets for anti-cancer medications.
Researchers create virus-like nanoparticles that can detect and process environmental inputs, producing controllable outputs. The modified viruses can display multiple peptides on their surface, enabling efficient delivery of protein- or peptide-based therapeutics to specific cells or tissues.
A team of researchers has developed a new method to eliminate turbulence in fluid flows, which can save up to 95% of the energy required to pump fluids through pipes. The approach involves creating a 'flat' velocity profile that prevents turbulent eddies from forming.