Scientists discovered that club lung cells can repair damaged DNA and survive influenza infection, but this resilience may also contribute to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. The findings suggest a double-edged sword in the battle between cells and viruses.
Researchers have pinpointed the source of acoustic signals emitted by stressed faults in a numerical model, which could lead to more accurate earthquake predictions. The study reveals that the collapse of stress chains inside an earthquake gouge emits these signals.
Researchers are working on developing wireless sensors to communicate with prosthetic devices, aiming to improve the performance of prosthetics for individuals with upper limb amputations. The new technology has exciting implications for those facing limb loss, and will be tested on amputees next year.
The global price of ivory has increased tenfold since the 1989 CITES ban, leading to higher poaching incentives and greater numbers of elephants being killed. This study provides new insights into the factors driving increases in ivory prices, shedding light on how conservation efforts can be improved.
Researchers found significant discrimination against Muslim women, but it decreased when they signaled respect for social norms. A shared understanding of norms can improve cooperation between natives and immigrants.
Researchers at DESY used precisely tuned laser light to capture the ultrafast rotation of carbonyl sulphide molecules, revealing the intricate dance of quantum mechanics. The resulting 'molecular movie' provides new insights into molecular dynamics and has potential applications for studying other molecules and processes.
Researchers used krypton-81 to trace groundwater origins, finding two sources: one from the Mediterranean (38,000 years ago) and another from the Atlantic Ocean (361,000 years ago). The results demonstrate how old groundwater can serve as a proxy of paleoclimate and subsurface water storage.
MIT physicists develop technique to analyze open data from particle colliders, creating a geometric map of events based on degree of similarity, allowing them to quickly spot potential new physics. The researchers use an algorithm inspired by computer vision techniques to calculate the distance between point clouds in collision data.
This systematic review and meta-analysis found parent-based interventions associated with improved condom use and parent-child sexual communication in adolescents. The findings were generally modest, but there was a significant association across studies.
A team of researchers at Ruhr-Universität Bochum has shown that the supposed disorder in the HMGA1a protein is not disorder after all. The protein adopts dynamic, more compact structures that depend on its phosphorylation state. This discovery could lead to new therapeutic strategies for cancers caused by HMGA1a.
Researchers developed a microfluidic concentration method that selectively concentrates proteins and nucleic acids, enabling rapid detection of pathogens and biomarkers. This technique enhanced concentrations by up to a billion-fold within 30 minutes.
A Rutgers study found a sharp decline in cough and cold medicine recommendations for children under 2 after the FDA's 2008 advisory, with an increase in antihistamine use instead
Scientists at University of Wisconsin-Madison successfully recreated the sun's solar wind and 'plasma burps' in a laboratory setting, confirming their development and providing an Earth-bound model for future study. The experiment used a three-meter-wide hollow sphere to mimic the sun's plasma and electromagnetic fields.
A $47 million grant will incorporate advanced brain imaging into the Alzheimer's Association's U.S. Study to Protect Brain Health Through Lifestyle Intervention to Reduce Risk (U.S. POINTER) clinical trial. The study aims to determine whether lifestyle changes can protect memory in people at risk of developing dementia.
Researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine have pinpointed the RPS25 gene as a key player in the formation of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) protein aggregates. Inhibiting this gene's function reduced toxic protein levels by 50 percent, suggesting a potential target for treating ALS and extending lifespan.
Researchers studied electricity quality in Unguja, Tanzania, finding significant variations in voltage quality that cause lights to be dim and appliances to break. These findings suggest that low-income residents do not benefit from modern energy services despite being connected to the grid.
Researchers measured radial pulse waves at the wrist to identify artery changes in menopausal women, which were not evident in standard blood pressure measurements. The study found that specific harmonic amplitudes in radial pulse waves reflected changes during menopause and may shed light on atherosclerosis progression.
Researchers have found that hospitals are a significant source of extremely drug-resistant bacteria in Europe, with certain strains spreading rapidly and outcompeting more easily treatable bacteria. The study emphasizes the importance of infection control and genomic surveillance to combat antibiotic resistance.
A study found that an intervention increasing sense of social belonging reduced disciplinary incidents, failing grades and absences by 34%, 18% and 12%, respectively among middle-school students.
A new study by University of Illinois psychology professor Renée Baillargeon and graduate student Maayan Stavans found that infants as young as 17 months old expect leaders to right wrongs in their social groups. In experiments with bear puppets, infants stared longer when a leader ignored wrongdoing than when she rectified it.
Scientists at Kyushu University created micrometer-thick OLEDs using a hybrid perovskite approach, overcoming manufacturing constraints and color distortion issues. The devices exhibit improved efficiencies and lifetimes, paving the way for low-cost, reliable, and uniform fabrication of OLED-based displays.
Researchers found that Sherpas increase their oxygen-carrying capacity by increasing plasma volume, keeping blood viscosity low. This feature underlies Sherpa adaptation to high altitude, distinct from Andeans.
Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery about the alpha-synuclein protein's function in repairing DNA breaks, which may lead to new treatments for Parkinson's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. The study reveals that alpha-synuclein plays a critical role in binding broken strands of DNA within the cell's nucleus.
Researchers from NTU Singapore and Niels Bohr Institute devise method to create magnetism in non-magnetic metallic disks using linearly polarised light. They found that intense plasmonic oscillating electric fields can modify the dynamics of electrons in the metal, leading to spontaneous magnetisation.
David Cullen and Kate Page, researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, have received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. They were recognized for their exceptional research accomplishments in fuel cell materials and nanoparticle properties, respectively.
Researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center found that stimulating the cingulate cortex worsened memory recall in epilepsy patients. However, deep brain stimulation also modified hippocampal brain waves and demonstrated a direct role for the cingulate cortex in memory encoding.
A new PSU study finds that bullying bosses can lead to worsening workplace safety. The study reveals that poor treatment from a boss can make employees feel unwelcome in the group, leading them to become more self-centered and neglect safety rules.
Researchers analyzed refugee registry data to discover that high-ethnolinguistic background populations increased employment rates. Refugees often worked with companies having similar backgrounds, suggesting network effects on economic integration.
A recent study from the University of Notre Dame reveals that attention-grabbing content and weekend posting on Facebook can increase engagement, while excluding giveaways and focusing on high-expertise bloggers may yield better results. The research provides a framework for successful influencer marketing campaigns by considering plat...
Researchers investigate how climate change affects communication pathways in ocean, revealing broad patterns and intriguing outliers. The study provides a conceptual framework to guide future research on the impact of climate change on marine organisms' behavior.
The University of Edinburgh's space mining devices will be tested in orbit to study how microscopic organisms can recover minerals from space rocks. The experiment aims to develop ways to source essential materials for survival in space.
The Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) has discovered three new planets orbiting a nearby star, including one slightly larger than Earth. The planets' sizes and masses are unique, with two potentially similar to Neptune in our solar system, offering insights into planetary formation and evolution.
Researchers investigated acupuncture as an added treatment to reduce frequency of angina attacks in patients with chronic stable angina. The study, conducted in China, involved approximately 400 adults and showed promising results for acupuncture as a complementary therapy.
A randomized clinical trial and meta-analysis found intensive blood pressure control to be more effective than standard control in reducing stroke recurrence risk. Patients who received intensive blood pressure control had a lower risk of stroke compared to those on standard control, suggesting potential benefits for stroke prevention.
A new study found that many women who use condoms believe they are the most effective pregnancy prevention method, despite condoms being only 85% effective. IUDs were more accurately identified by users as the most effective method, and misconceptions about IUD and oral contraception use persist.
A large international study found that only 0.7% of deaths in noncardiac surgery patients occurred during the operating room period, while 29% occurred after discharge. Major bleeding, heart injury, and severe infection accounted for a significant portion of deaths.
Yeganeh Hayeri, an expert on autonomous vehicles and level three automation, has been selected among 82 of the nation's brightest engineers. She studies the impact of driverless cars on transportation, human behavior, environment, and society.
Boundary cells in zebrafish hindbrain sense mechanical forces to regulate progenitor stem cells and differentiated neurons. The activity of Yap/Taz-TEAD proteins is essential for maintaining boundary cells as proliferating progenitors.
A study of 174 hospitals in Australia and New Zealand reveals that the rate of cardiac device complications varies significantly, with some hospitals reporting much lower complication rates than others. The study suggests that improving quality of care is crucial to reducing these complications.
A groundbreaking trial has started to test the safety and effectiveness of a novel, off-the-shelf device designed to treat complex aortic aneurysms. The investigational GORE EXCLUDER Thoracoabdominal Branch Endoprosthesis (TAMBE) allows for minimally invasive endovascular repair, avoiding traditional open surgical approaches.
The new optics made of silicon material meet stringent imaging requirements, offering a two orders-of-magnitude leap in sensitivity over previous telescopes. The technology will be tested on a sounding rocket mission in 2021 and could benefit future missions if Lynx is not chosen.
New research shows that tabletop devices can improve restaurant service and customer satisfaction, increasing sales per minute by 11%. Tabletop technology allows customers to view menu items, re-order beverages, and pay for meals, reducing meal duration by 10% and boosting sales by 1% per check.
The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center has received a $18.7 million grant to expand biomedical research on complex diseases like cancer and diabetes. The grant aims to develop new medical devices and treatments while building a pipeline for the next generation of researchers and healthcare professionals.
Tropical Storm Erick is strengthening in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, with powerful thunderstorms and cold cloud tops indicating potential for heavy rainfall. The National Hurricane Center forecasts Erick to become a hurricane by Tuesday, with a turn towards the west-northwest expected.
The Rice team found that the Janus configuration, with a half-circle of zigzags opposite six armchairs, allows for tight contact with solid catalysts and preserves continuous nanotube growth. This discovery advances understanding of growth mechanisms and has implications for designing efficient catalysts.
A team of researchers found that tiny gas-filled bubbles in volcanic rocks can facilitate physicochemical interactions, potentially accelerating prebiotic chemical evolution. The study suggests that temperature differences at these interfaces could have initiated the emergence of living systems on early Earth.
A new Phase III clinical trial will assess the efficacy and safety of thrombectomy procedure in patients with larger ischemic strokes. The trial aims to determine if thrombectomy is safe and effective for this population, which has limited treatment options.
Scientists have recalculated the Moon's age to approximately 50 million years after solar system formation, based on hafnium-tungsten systematics from Apollo samples. This new estimate significantly differs from earlier research findings and sheds light on planetary evolution.
The new camera system uses a high-powered laser to capture reflected light from objects around the corner, allowing for real-time monitoring of movement in 3D. This breakthrough enables faster and more accurate tracking of objects beyond visible light spectrum, with applications in autonomous cars and robots
Children as young as 3-5 years old use their prior knowledge to process new vocabulary, applying reasoning skills previously thought to develop later in life. The 'blowfish effect' shows that children learn more specific terms by associating them with unusual objects.
Engineers at Duke University have developed a method to extract color images from a single exposure of scattered light. The technique uses a coded aperture and prism to separate spectral bands, allowing for the reconstruction of nuanced colors in images.
Researchers successfully transferred and verified angular momentum basis of quantum information from laser light to an electron trapped on a quantum dot. This achievement marks a significant step towards realizing a quantum internet with secure and rapid quantum information transmission.
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine discovered that removing inhibitory interneurons' ability to regulate excitatory neurons dramatically changed odor responses. The study highlights the need for better understanding cell type relationships in brain function.
Scientists have successfully imaged an exotic quantum particle called a Majorana fermion, which can be used as a building block for future qubits and the realization of quantum computers. This achievement brings researchers closer to developing robust qubits and ultimately building quantum computers.
Candida auris is a highly contagious, deadly fungus that causes severe infections; its emergence has highlighted gaps in fungal identification capacity worldwide. Early detection is crucial to controlling the spread of this drug-resistant fungus, which can be transmitted between patients in healthcare settings.
A new study by University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers finds that proactively addressing students' anxieties with reassuring classroom activities can lead to higher grades, better attendance, and fewer behavioral problems. The intervention boosts students' sense of belonging and reduces fears about fitting in.
The University of Bern and Diabetes Center Berne create four tenure-track assistant professorships in diabetes technology and clinical research. The positions will focus on translating research into clinical use and improving patient outcomes.
The study provides key insight into the parasites' lifestyle, which is more complex than previously thought. Dicyemids eliminate genes to conserve energy and change their reproductive methods, highlighting their unique genetic organization.
Researchers from Osaka University found that lymph node responses to neoadjuvant chemotherapy are more effective in predicting disease recurrence and patient survival than primary tumors. This finding could lead to improved treatment strategies and increased survival rates for patients with metastatic esophageal cancer.
A recent study by Washington State University researchers found that women and professionals outside of university settings are underrepresented in high-impact, peer-reviewed archaeology publications. The authors suggest that structural barriers, lack of time and resources, and limited opportunities contribute to this disparity.