A new study reveals that electric propulsion for orbit raising can cause significant solar cell degradation due to space weather exposure. Satellites using this method may experience a 8% reduction in output power after a radiation storm, similar to spending 15 years at geostationary orbit.
Dr. Paulina Sliwa's study suggests that morally adequate intentions are the crucial ingredient in making excuses work, with intentions being key to understanding how we make choices. Successful excuses can mitigate blame but don't absolve moral responsibility completely.
Brain diseases now account for 10% of global disease burden, affecting 50 million worldwide. A new national brain health strategy in Norway aims to prevent and cope with these conditions through research, innovation and holistic care.
Researchers at KAUST have developed water-wet materials with gas-entrapping pores that allow for simultaneous separation of hot, salty and cool, pure water. The new membrane technology uses common plastics like PMMA and has the potential to unlock greener, cheaper desalination processes.
The study presents the draft genomes of three jellyfish species, revealing venom-related genes and evolutionary mechanisms. The research identified 117 putative venom proteins, including a toxin gene found only in cnidarians, providing insight into the evolution of cnidarian venom.
The foundation awarded Continuation Grants to five Damon Runyon Clinical Investigators, providing an additional two years of funding totaling $400,000. The recipients are conducting patient-oriented cancer research with the goal of finding cures for cancer diagnosis, prevention and treatment.
The Earth's F/Cl ratio is super-chondritic, indicating enrichment of fluorine in the silicate Earth. Chlorine may have become concentrated on planetary surfaces through escape of the hydrosphere during Earth formation.
New research published in Journal of Business Finance & Accounting reveals a link between non-compliance with securities laws and future GAAP violations. Firms that breach non-accounting related laws are more likely to report multiple accounting restatements.
A study of 561 healthy adults found an average of five unidentified health problems per person, including undiagnosed high blood pressure and hearing loss. Regular health checks can help identify these issues and improve health outcomes through individualized screening and self-management recommendations.
A new study published in Brain suggests that neurotechnology-based therapies, such as brain-machine interfaces and robotics, can lead to largest treatment effects when tailored to individual patient needs. Personalized combination of these therapies may allow patients to continue their recovery beyond what is possible today.
A new study found that postmenopausal women who store more fat in their legs have a significantly decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, even if they have a healthy BMI. This is the first study to look at where fat is stored and its association with CVD risk in these women.
Researchers found that statin users had a 22% lower risk of all-cause death compared to non-users, as well as a 23% reduction in the risk of stroke. The protective effect was seen across various patient groups, including those with vascular dementia.
A large-scale data study conducted by Swansea University researchers has identified early warning signs of eating disorders, including higher rates of other mental disorders and prescription medications. The findings may enable GPs to detect these conditions earlier, leading to better outcomes for patients.
A new study found that surviving the Holocaust has a lifelong negative impact on brain structure, affecting stress response, memory, and behavior. Researchers also discovered reduced connectivity in offspring and grandchildren, suggesting a potential genetic component.