The study found that sports mega-events can drive urban regeneration, but most sustainable practices are imitative and lack long-term impact. Russian post-Soviet cities face unique challenges in adapting to changes.
QUT researchers develop a novel molecular coupling tool using green light and pH triggers, enabling catalyst-free chemical reactions. The tool has potential applications in drug delivery and 3D cell culture platforms, with the ability to control photoreactivity using varying pH levels.
A new study from Northumbria University reveals that the COVID-19 pandemic is having a profound negative impact on nine out of ten people with eating disorders. The research found that disruptions to daily life, social isolation, and reduced access to healthcare services exacerbated symptoms.
Research found a 6% reduction in excessive prescribing of reliever inhalers after an electronic alert was introduced, with also increases in asthma reviews and reductions in exacerbations. The study suggests the alert prompts a review of patients who may have poor asthma control.
A new study by Flinders University researchers analyzes national Australian newspaper coverage from early 2020, noting a rise in moral evaluations and behaviors linked to the COVID-19 pandemic. The study highlights the importance of balanced messaging and responsible media portrayals in public health crises.
Vaxine Pty Ltd is accelerating clinical testing of its COVAX-19 vaccine using Microsoft's AI for Health program. The company aims to collect and analyze trial data in real-time, reducing the traditional waiting period.
Research by Flinders University PhD candidate Matt Firth challenges long-held assumptions about the Royal Navy's origins, finding evidence that a tradition of defensive naval action existed before Alfred the Great's reign. The study also sheds light on medieval burial ships and cultural contact between England and Scandinavia.
Recent studies suggest that adding sofosbuvir and daclatasvir to standard care may reduce the duration of hospital stays for COVID-19 patients. The combination showed a lower median duration of stay and reduced mortality rates compared to standard care alone.
A new study using fossil pollen samples suggests that North America's plant biomes are experiencing low landscape resilience, similar to the end of the Pleistocene megafauna extinctions. The researchers found that forests persisted longer than grasslands and recovered more slowly if the ecosystem contains high plant biodiversity.
Researchers found that Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme inhibitors (ACEi) and Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARB) reduced the risk of severe Covid-19 illness and death in patients with high blood pressure. The meta-analysis involved over 28,000 patients, indicating a protective role for these medications against Covid-19.
Researchers found that patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) have lower fungal diversity in their lungs, leading to more severe disease outcomes. This is because fungi can activate and regulate the immune system, contributing to inflammation and organ failure.