A UTA study surveyed 344 married couples finding that mobile device use during family time results in lower job satisfaction and performance. The study highlights the need for companies to consider the impact of work-life interaction on employee relationships and productivity.
A study published in Science Immunology suggests that Zika virus triggers an immune response that can cause abnormal placental development and restricted fetal growth. Researchers found that the immune system's antiviral proteins, known as type I interferons, can be detrimental to fetal development if present in excess.
Researchers used a probabilistic approach to attribute the extreme event to natural variability and anthropogenic forcing. They found that strong El Niño events significantly increase the risk of extreme rainfall, but also suggest smaller-scale anthropogenic contributions.
Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology have developed high-quality GFO epitaxial films exhibiting ferroelectric and ferromagnetic properties at room temperature. They demonstrated room-temperature magnetocapacitance effects, revealing controlled ferroelectric and magnetic ranges.
Researchers have identified a new way to reprogram cells by disassembling gene repression machinery, potentially leading to more efficient cell reprogramming. The discovery could have implications for treating diseases such as Lou Gehrig's disease and developing regenerative therapies.
Researchers at MIT have developed a process to produce ultrafine fibers with exceptional strength and toughness, exceeding existing materials in specific modulus and specific strength. The new gel-electrospun polyethylene fibers have similar degrees of strength but are much tougher and have lower density.
A team from Aarhus University has discovered a star with similar characteristics to the Sun, allowing for the observation of its 7.4-year cycle. The star's heavy elements led to stronger magnetic field variability and surface rotation patterns. This study could help understand how the Sun affects our climate.
A review of rodent studies found that paracetamol exposure during pregnancy can reduce the number of eggs in female offspring, potentially impairing future fertility. The findings have implications for pregnant women taking pain relief medication.
The December 2017 issue of Family Medicine and Community Health Journal explores various topics in family medicine, including the assessment of family physicians' knowledge of childhood autism. The study found a lack of knowledge about autism among family physicians, highlighting the need for training to improve early detection and int...
IU researchers successfully grew hairy skin from mouse pluripotent stem cells, providing a breakthrough for modeling disease and treating skin disorders. The technique builds on past work creating inner ear cells from stem cells and could lead to new therapies for alopecia, acne, and skin cancers.
A new mathematical model, developed by Colorado State University researchers, integrates a community's infrastructural, social, and economic features to quantify resilience. The 'hazard-agnostic' model, tested in the fictional city of Gotham, provides a framework for predicting long-term effects of disasters and disruptions.
Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery at the cellular level, studying the unique adaptations of bacteria living inside cicada insects. These tiny organisms lost nearly all their genes to survive within their insect hosts and now rely on multiple types of bacteria working together to provide essential amino acids and vitamins.
A 30-minute sauna bath lowers systolic and diastolic blood pressure and increases carotid-femoral pulse wave velocity, indicating improved vascular compliance. This study builds on previous findings linking regular sauna bathing to reduced risk of coronary diseases, hypertension, and Alzheimer's disease.
Researchers found that concerns about making the right choice, security, and missing important details lead to emotional ambivalence, causing customers to abandon their shopping carts. To overcome this, app designers can minimize clutter and organize sites via effective product categorization or filter options.
Researchers at Cardiff University developed a new method to predict the likelihood of pharmaceutical drugs undergoing racemisation, a process that can lead to harmful versions. The tool could help identify at-risk drug candidates early on in production, reducing financial risk and improving safe medication development.
The High-Performance Distributed Systems Lab at Kazan Federal University is developing mathematical models to unite various processes in oil reservoirs. These models aim to reduce costs and improve the efficiency of steam-assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) processes.
Scientists have discovered predictable sensitivities to other classes of antibiotics in Pseudomonas infections, paving the way for personalized treatment strategies. The findings suggest that targeting specific mutations could lead to more effective treatments for cystic fibrosis patients.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a mathematical model for computing radiation therapy treatments that could substantially reduce patient side effects while delivering the same results as conventional radiation therapy. The new approach, known as spatiotemporal fractionation, delivers different doses to part...
A team of researchers has successfully tested quantum nonlocality in the presence of photon loss using quantum teleportation. They demonstrated that entangled photons can still be verified even when many are lost during transmission, enabling the development of secure global quantum information networks.
Research reveals California mussel shells are becoming disordered and less organized due to escalating ocean acidification, impacting their structural integrity. The study suggests this variation may offer the species a glimmer of hope through increased variability in individual traits, potentially aiding natural selection.
A new genetic study has better predicted stomach cancer risk by analyzing intestinal metaplasia, a known risk factor for the disease. The study identified biomarkers that can be used to detect patients at high risk of progression.
New research on Campanula americana found that temperature influences pollen pigmentation, with dark pollen outperforming light under higher temperatures but not elevated UV. This study suggests temperature stress may play a significant role in geographic variation of pollen color.
A new paper by experts at Rice University's Baker Institute finds geopolitical risks to US oil supply are at their lowest since the 1970s. Climate policies have enhanced oil security through greater fuel efficiency and alternative technologies.
A UTA researcher is leading a $400,000 project to create new pipeline-coating technology for six state transportation departments. The goal is to extend the design life of storm-water pipes and culverts by up to 50 years.
A University of Iowa study reveals how excess fat in the heart's mitochondria leads to impaired energy production and cardiac damage. Researchers found that lipid overload causes small, misshapen mitochondria that don't produce energy efficiently.
Dr. Jeffrey Actor has been awarded $1.7 million to investigate a novel recombinant lactoferrin for use as a preclinical research tool to alter granuloma pathology in tuberculosis. This could limit development of lung disease and slow transmission of organisms between individuals.
Researchers found declining numbers of soil fauna and nematodes in the McMurdo Dry Valleys due to climate change. As temperatures rise, ice melting triggers changes in ecosystem diversity at higher elevations.
Scientists at Bielefeld University confirm the presence of a previously unknown genetic defect 'MPS III-E' causing progressive blindness and inner ear hearing impairment in patients. Biochemical studies revealed that the disorder is caused by an enzyme deficiency, which can be treated with biotechnological enzyme replacement therapy.
A new study reveals that treeshrews defy two widely tested rules governing geographical variation within species: the island rule and Bergmann's rule. In contrast to predictions, treeshrew populations exhibit no size difference between mainland and island habitats.
A UC Riverside-led study found that tobacco shops are associated with high levels of violent and property crime in South Los Angeles. In contrast, medical marijuana dispensaries were not linked to greater violent crime around their locations.
Researchers have developed a new way to magnetise molecules found naturally in the human body, paving the way for low-cost MRI technology. This method could enable doctors to personalize life-saving medical treatments and allow real-time imaging.
The university is tackling socially relevant topics such as earth's water resources and the effects of regulatory measures on market development with funding from the German Research Foundation. Researchers will examine how institutional and regulatory parameters influence financial market decisions and outcomes.
The employment-to-population ratio for working-age people with disabilities increased from 28.7 percent in December 2016 to 30.8 percent in December 2017, reflecting a 21 consecutive month upward trend. People with disabilities are finding competitive jobs through public-private partnerships and initiatives like NYC:ATWORK.
Researchers successfully identified pulmonary metastases in a patient with osteosarcoma, making it easier to locate tumors for resection. The technique utilizes targeted fluorescence and binds to specific molecular markers, allowing for the detection of small or hard-to-locate nodules.
A new study led by Rutgers University-Camden researcher Wenhua Lu found that Black adolescents express depressive symptoms through complaints about interpersonal struggles and physical pains. This highlights the need for clinicians to tailor treatments such as interpersonal psychotherapy to address these unique expressions of depression.
Researchers found that astronauts' core body temperature increases gradually over 2.5 months, eventually reaching 38°C (100.4°F), impairing physical and cognitive performance. In space, sweat evaporation is slower than on Earth, leading to overheating during exercise.
The European Commission Joint Research Centre report explores how blockchain can improve education, from paperless degrees to tracking citations and protecting intellectual property. The report highlights the potential of blockchain in reducing bureaucracy and increasing transparency in the education sector.
A new UCLA study suggests that mirror neuron activity in the brain can predict a person's willingness to cause harm or help others in moral dilemmas. The research found that those with stronger neural resonance were less likely to choose harming others, while decisions based on greater good were influenced by cognitive processes.
The Goethe University Frankfurt's Nok research project has been awarded €1.5 million in funding to continue its 12-year study of the 2,500-year-old Nigerian Nok Culture. The project has uncovered significant insights into chronology, settlement, land use, and environment.
Researchers at Rice University have optimized nanomaterials for fuel-cell cathodes, revealing that nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes and graphene nanoribbons can replace platinum to boost fuel cell efficiency. The study showed that the right balance of binding energy is crucial for good catalytic performance.
DEV Tecnologia's product, DEV FieldConnect, connects machinery and equipment to the internet, enabling online performance monitoring. The device has been successfully tested in a chemical-solvent-recycling machine and is expected to be well-received by the market, especially in Brazil.
A powerful antiviral protein acts as a checkpoint for keeping or ending pregnancy. Mouse fetuses with the protein commit cell suicide when exposed to Zika virus, while those without it continue to develop. The study suggests that this signaling pathway plays a role in spontaneous abortions and other human pregnancy complications.
A new study reveals that DNA mismatch repair (MMR) preferentially protects genes from mutations, rather than non-genic regions of the genome. The research, led by Prof. Nicholas Harberd at the University of Oxford, has important implications for understanding cancer development and human health.
Tropical Cyclone Ava made landfall along northeastern Madagascar's coast, as captured by NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite. The eye of the storm was about 10 nautical miles wide and had strengthened into a hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 90 knots.