Researchers used a microfluidic platform to screen the oral microbiome of Siberian brown bears and identified an antibiotic-producing strain of Bacillus pumilus that kills Staphylococcus aureus. The study also uncovered a mechanism by which Bacillus resists this antibiotic, suggesting its potential for discovering novel antibiotics.
A US study reveals strong intergenerational persistence in socioeconomic status, with parents' higher status linked to offspring's median status. This decline in overall mobility over two decades is attributed to changing economic conditions and accentuates inequalities of opportunity.
A study of 2,400 participants found that exposure to opposing political views in social networks can improve accuracy and eliminate partisan bias in climate data interpretation. However, displaying political symbols hindered this learning process.
Researchers found that circumstellar matter surrounding red supergiant stars can hide shock breakout light, causing supernovae to brighten faster than expected. The discovery changes our understanding of stellar evolution and offers insights into the origin of diversity in supernovae.
A new study by NYU's Michael Hout finds that Americans' occupational status is strongly linked to their parents' occupation, with high-status parents' children having greater advantages in the labor force. The study uses median-based data and reveals stark distinctions between top and bottom tiers of occupation status.
Researchers discovered thousands of four- and five-drug combinations that are more effective at killing harmful bacteria than previously thought. The combinations work by targeting the bacteria in different ways, such as attacking cell walls or DNA.
Infants as young as 21 months old can distinguish between respectful leadership and bullying behavior. They expect protagonists to obey orders given by a leader, even when the leader is no longer present, but not when ordered by a bully.
Researchers used advanced imaging techniques to reveal a 20-30 mile diameter subsurface batholith, which diverted magma outside the Cascade Arc, forming Mount St. Helens. The study provides clearer insights into the volcano's formation and potential for future activity.
Researchers at University of Colorado Boulder develop Controlled Hindrance of Adaptation of OrganismS (CHAOS) approach to disrupt gene expressions in bacteria, effectively stunting their ability to evolve defenses. The method offers a sustainable long-term solution to combat antibiotic-resistant superbugs that infect nearly 2 million p...
A study by the University of the Basque Country found energy savings of up to 20% in a block of flats with individual metering and charging of heating and hot water. The payback period on investment was about 10 years, making this system manageable.
A study by University of Kansas researchers found that gun owners are a strong political group who hold significant influence despite being a minority in American politics. The study suggests that the growing politicization of gun ownership is driving increased political participation among gun owners, with implications for gun control...
A research team from the University of Queensland has developed a new approach to help Australian freshwater fish species overcome obstacles like culverts. By creating a channel of slower flowing water, small and young fish can now navigate fast flows, increasing their chances of survival.
New research from Florida State University reveals troubling disadvantages against women in business, including bias and unequal treatment in the stock market. Women CEOs are paid less, have shorter tenures, and their companies experience worse stock performance despite being equally profitable as those run by men.
Research using brain scans found that neurons in the amygdala respond differently in people with bipolar disorder versus those with depression. The study showed an 80% accuracy rate in distinguishing between the two conditions. This discovery could lead to more accurate diagnoses and better treatment outcomes for patients.
Lithium trivanadate cathode thick films were successfully fabricated on garnet-type oxide solid electrolytes using aerosol deposition method. The resulting cells showed high reversible charge and discharge capacities, cycling stability, and safety, making LVO a promising candidate for high-capacity oxide-based solid-state batteries
A breakthrough discovery reveals that the DDX11 helicase enzyme plays a vital role in DNA repair and serves as a backup to the Fanconi Anemia pathway. This finding has significant implications for understanding genomic stability and disorders associated with DNA repair deficiency, including cancer and developmental disorders.