A study found that women gave over half of TED talks in the first half of 2017, up from less than one-third in 2006. However, ethnic minorities remained underrepresented, making up just one in five talks during the same period.
A study published in Nature Sustainability found that people understand sustainability in four distinct ways, but most see environmental and social outcomes as trade-offs. This suggests that effective communication is key to overcoming public scepticism about achieving a sustainable world.
A study by Emory Vaccine Center and CDC found immunity against mumps virus insufficient in a fraction of college-aged people who received MMR as children. The results highlight the need for better understanding of immune response to mumps and vaccines.
Researchers discovered that telomerase, which promotes unlimited cell division in cancer cells, also prevents tumors and slows a key stage in normal cell death. In healthy adult cells, telomerase activates just before cell death, buffering cells from aging stresses and reducing DNA damage.
Researchers at Umea University found that bacteria release hydrogen peroxide to inactivate inflammasomes, a key component of the immune system. Vitamins like Vitamin C may boost anti-bacterial immunity by neutralizing hydrogen peroxide.
A community-based intervention involving non-physician health workers and personal supporters significantly reduced cardiovascular risk in patients with hypertension. The study found a 40% reduction in cardiovascular risk, improved blood pressure control, and enhancements in medication adherence, physical activity, and diet.
Researchers use TDA to inject knowledge of real world into neural networks, reducing training time and increasing intelligibility. This approach enables machines to focus on meaningful features and improve performance in tasks like face recognition.
Researchers found men living alone have lower anticoagulation control with warfarin, with median TTR of 57%, compared to cohabiting men. Women living alone also had lower TTR, but the difference was small and non-significant.
The website rates internet-connected devices for their security, providing scores from 28 to 100. Researchers found wide variations in security depending on the manufacturer, with some devices performing better than others. The site aims to educate consumers and encourage device manufacturers to prioritize security.
Scientists have found that rising carbon dioxide concentration in the air enhances land carbon sink, a process known as carbon dioxide fertilization. For every 100-ppm increase in CO2, terrestrial carbon sink increases by 0.64 billion tons of carbon per year globally.
Treatment with sacubitril/valsartan significantly improves cardiac structure and function in patients with reduced ejection fraction heart failure. The drug's neprilysin inhibition also reduces blood levels of biomarker NT-proBNP, associated with lower risk of death and hospitalization.
A young patient's blindness was caused by a 'junk food' diet lacking essential vitamins and minerals. Researchers recommend clinicians consider nutritional optic neuropathy in patients with unexplained vision symptoms and poor diets.
A new trial shows that care led by non-physician health workers significantly reduced the risk of heart disease and stroke compared to usual care. The comprehensive approach combined free medications, lifestyle counselling, and family support more than doubled blood pressure control and reduced cardiovascular disease risk.
A new study found that concurrent soil drought and atmospheric aridity are driven by land-atmosphere processes and feedback loops, leading to increased frequency and intensity of extreme events. The researchers warn that future intensification of these events would be disastrous for ecosystems and human lives.
Researchers found two dramatic decreases in thorium-uranium ratios at 2.35 and 0.75 billion years ago, consistent with established dates for the Great Oxidation and Neoproterozoic Oxygenation Events.
The Novo Nordisk Foundation has awarded EUR 93.5m to the University of Copenhagen's Center for Protein Research to map proteins in the human body and understand their function. This will enable the development of new drugs and improve diagnostics.
Researchers modelled desert plantations in Israel and Oman, finding they can initiate convection and enhance rainfall. The Global Feedback Index suggests suitable desert environments for this precipitation enhancement method.
Researchers found sex biases in fossil and museum collections of mammals, with approximately 75% male bison specimens and 64% male bear specimens identified. The study suggests that larger male ranges may increase their fossilization potential, potentially leading to biased scientific analyses.
Researchers from Osaka University found that microRNA methylation levels can discriminate cancer patients from healthy individuals with high sensitivity and specificity. The study suggests that methylation of specific mature microRNAs could be a more powerful indicator of early-stage pancreatic cancer than existing biomarkers.
A new study comparing heart attack care in Sweden and the UK found that patients in Sweden had lower mortality rates for both STEMI and NSTEMI forms of heart attacks. The results suggest improved outcomes due to increased use of invasive treatments and recommended medications in Sweden.
A recent study published in Nature Communications found that assisted reproduction technology has a temporary effect on babies' genes, which are largely corrected by adulthood. The study examined the epigenetic changes caused by fertility treatments and found that they resolve by adulthood.
Exposure to built environment, outdoor temperature, and chemicals during pregnancy may contribute to prehypertension and hypertension in childhood. Children whose mothers lived in urban areas with access to green spaces had lower blood pressure.
A low waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) in women is associated with higher cognitive test scores and IQ in children, as well as lower birth order. WHR tracks reproduction potential, which peaks in the twenties and drops after pregnancy and menopause.
The European Commission has approved €14 million in funding for the preparation of the European Long-Term Ecosystem Research Infrastructure, enabling significant development of the eLTER Research Infrastructure. The project will involve 34 partners from 24 countries and cover all biogeographical zones in Europe.
A comprehensive catalogue of human digestive tract bacteria has been identified, revealing novel interactions and associations between bacterial strains and health outcomes. The study provides a foundation for future research into the mechanisms underlying microbiome dynamics and their impact on human health.
A study published by Cleveland Clinic shows that weight-loss surgery is associated with a lower risk of death and major adverse cardiovascular events than usual medical care. Patients who underwent surgery also had better diabetes control, used fewer medications, and lost more weight.
A comprehensive genetic map reveals Scotland is divided into six clusters, mirroring ancient kingdoms such as Strathclyde and Pictland. This analysis could aid the discovery of rare DNA differences related to human disease.
Historical analysis of 9,000 records reveals associations between human disturbance, climate change and local mammalian extinction. Large mammals experienced earlier and larger population declines, highlighting the impact of global cooling and warming on habitat sizes.
A new study reveals that climate change could significantly reduce or eliminate gains in banana crop yields worldwide, with 27 countries experiencing increased yields since 1961. By 2050, 10 major producers including India and Brazil are predicted to see significant declines in yields.
Researchers at Tohoku University have identified a new pathological mediator of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) that could lead to further understanding of the disease's molecular breakdown. The study found that a mutated version of FUS gene causes toxic gain of function, leading to axonal branching and degeneration.
Scleral pigmentation plays a role in eye morphology across great apes, with varying levels of contrast between irises and sclerae among species. The study suggests that some nonhuman great apes may use gaze as a social cue, similar to humans.
Scientists at Boyce Thompson Institute have identified two plant genes, CLE53 and CLE33, which help control fungal colonization levels in plant roots. These genes can potentially be used to enhance crop phosphate capture, reducing environmental harm from fertilization.
Researchers at Imperial College London found that hormone treatments can induce a dormant state in breast cancer cells, known as 'sleeper cells'. This could provide clues to why some cancers become resistant to treatment and may lead to new ways of preventing recurrence. Further research is needed to unlock the secrets of these cells.
Researchers at Aarhus University have found evidence that Parkinson's disease may arise in the intestinal system, with harmful proteins like alpha-synuclein migrating to the brain and heart. This new study suggests that understanding how the disease starts could lead to more effective treatments.
Researchers developed a deep learning model that extracts patterns from gene locations and functions to identify disease associations. The KAUST model achieves better accuracy than state-of-the-art methods by combining multiple datasets and incorporating graph convolutional networks.
A new AI system, Generative Tensorial Reinforcement Learning (GENTRL), was used to generate six novel inhibitors of DDR1 kinase target in just 21 days. Four compounds showed activity in biochemical assays, and one lead candidate demonstrated favorable pharmacokinetics in mice.
Researchers developed SILVER-seq to detect extracellular RNA in 5-7-microliter droplets of blood serum. The assay distinguishes between biopsies from patients with breast cancer and control samples, suggesting its potential use in diagnostic trials.
A study reveals that alternative splicing controls the identity and function of nerve cells, allowing for a complex neuronal network with limited genes. The research team mapped splice variants in different types of neurons, identifying unique repertoires that shape their characteristics.
New research reveals that human selective breeding has altered dog brain structure and behavior, with breeds exhibiting unique brain networks correlated to specific characteristics.
A poor diet caused permanent vision loss in a 14-year-old patient, according to a case report published in Annals of Internal Medicine. Vitamin B12 deficiency and inadequate nutrient intake led to nutritional optic neuropathy, a rare condition that can cause irreversible blindness if left untreated.
A small study found a 30% increased likelihood of developing heart failure in patients with malaria infection. The researchers identified 3,989 malaria cases and followed up with the patients for 11 years, revealing 69 cases of heart failure.
New research reveals that microtubules in chromosome-dividing spindles are propelled forward by collective motion due to entanglement with neighboring tubes. This understanding aims to improve the study of cellular machinery and prevent errors like missing or extra chromosomes.
Researchers at Vienna University of Technology have successfully incorporated individual metal atoms into a surface, enabling precise control over their chemical behavior. This breakthrough enables the creation of more efficient catalysts for environmentally friendly processes.
A new exposome-based approach analyzing over 200 environmental exposures found associations between certain exposures and higher blood pressure in children. Moderate fish intake during pregnancy was linked with lower blood pressure, while exposure to tobacco smoke and bisphenol-A were associated with increased risk.
Researchers found 'switches' between continental rupture, collision, and oceanic subduction initiation in the Tethyan evolution. Oceanic slabs drove continental fragments into their final positions, controlling supercontinent assembly and breakup cycles.
A team of evolutionary biologists found that diversity exists even when expecting otherwise, as rare warning colors in poison frogs persist alongside stronger signals. The research suggests that predators learn to avoid more distasteful yellow frogs and generalize this avoidance to white frogs.
A new study has found that habitat loss is a major concern for hundreds of Australian bird species, particularly those in south-eastern Australia. The research, led by the University of Queensland, used the Loss Index to quantify the impact of habitat destruction on native bird populations.
Researchers found that modest decreases in cholesterol and blood pressure can reduce the lifetime risk of developing fatal heart and circulatory diseases, such as heart attack and stroke. A long-term reduction of 1 mmol/L LDL cholesterol and a 10 mmHg decrease in blood pressure led to an 80% lower lifetime risk.
Researchers investigate the neuropsychological basis of body representation in monkeys using a combination of illusions and behavioral tasks. The study reveals how the brain establishes a sense of body ownership, with activity in the premotor cortex correlating with perceived arm position.
A recent study used genome analysis to explore Scottish and island populations. The research identified distinct genetic clusters within Scotland, with most Scots sharing ancestry from the northeast or southwest regions.
A new study from the European Society of Cardiology reveals that heart failure patients have a high likelihood of developing dementia-type brain lesions, similar to those found in stroke patients. The study also suggests a link between heart failure and an increased risk for dementia.
A new study published in First Monday found that Gab users with substantial followings control a larger share of content compared to Twitter. The researchers discovered that Gab users' content is more homogeneous and linguistically homogeneous, often sharing political topics and far-right news websites.
A lack of government action on NHS staffing undermines efforts to diagnose cancer early, with nearly half of all cancers diagnosed in England at stage 3 or 4. The health service needs an extra 1,700 radiologists and nearly 2,000 therapeutic radiographers to improve staff efficiency.
The Endocrine Society and international partners endorse a statement clarifying benefits and risks of testosterone therapy for women. Testosterone therapy has been shown to improve sexual wellbeing in postmenopausal women with Hypoactive Sexual Desire Dysfunction (HSDD), reducing concerns and distress about sex.
A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that opening all clogged arteries after a serious heart attack leads to a 26% reduction in patient risk of dying or having a recurrent heart attack. This approach also shows no major downside to additional procedures.
Anabolic-androgenic steroid use is associated with decreased heart function, as revealed by a study of male weightlifters. The study found that AAS users have thicker hearts and reduced ability to contract ventricular chambers, increasing mortality risk.
Scientists have pinpointed dysfunctional brain networks responsible for impaired speech and word finding in primary progressive aphasia (PPA), a type of dementia. The study found three brain regions that fail to communicate, leading to difficulties with sentence production, word comprehension, and word naming.
The HELP-AF study found that home-based education reduced total unplanned hospitalisations by 26%, atrial fibrillation-related hospitalisations by 31%, and other cardiovascular hospitalisations by 49%. The intervention also showed gradual improvement in quality of life measures over time.
Research presented at ESC Congress 2019 found that genetic high cholesterol is underdiagnosed and undertreated, with a prevalence of 3.6-4.5 million individuals in Europe. Screening for the condition could identify patients and family members affected by heterozygous familial hypercholesterolaemia, allowing for lifestyle changes and tr...
The PARAGON-HF trial found that sacubitril-valsartan reduced hospitalizations for heart failure in lower ejection fraction patients, but not overall; women and those with ejection fractions 45-57% showed benefits.