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Science News for June 24, 2018


Novel nuclear medicine probe will help assess new drugs for neurodegenerative diseases

Researchers have developed a novel nuclear medicine probe that can detect synaptic density loss in the brain, a key biomarker for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. The probe, using positron emission tomography (PET) imaging, has high imaging characteristics and is suitable for clinical trials and commercialization.

SourceSociety of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging·JournalJournal of Nuclear Medicine·DateJun 24, 2018
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

A new way to improve automated systems

Researchers from Zhejiang University developed a new way to improve automated systems, such as energy plants and airplanes, using polyhedral feasible set computation. This method efficiently analyzes current behaviors and time frames to predict the best next steps for optimal performance.

SourceChinese Association of Automation·JournalIEEE/CAA Journal of Automatica Sinica·DateJun 24, 2018

How do tropical cyclones affect the air quality of Hong Kong?

The study found that pollution levels in Hong Kong are mainly determined by tropical cyclone locations, with different impacts on PM10 and ozone levels. Tropical cyclones bring high concentrations of pollutants when located east or southeast of Hong Kong.

SourceInstitute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalAdvances in Atmospheric Sciences·DateJun 24, 2018