Researchers studied angel shark body shapes using modern methods and found that early species had distinct external features, while modern species show reduced variation in shape. The integration of skull parts may limit adaptability, increasing extinction risk.
A recent study evaluated burnout among healthcare workers in Japan during the COVID-19 pandemic, revealing a significant prevalence of emotional exhaustion. The researchers identified several factors associated with burnout, including prolonged exposure to high-stress work environments and lack of social support.
Ghasempour's research enables real-time, high-speed connections that can be used in various applications, such as emergency response systems and smartwatch technology. Her innovations have the potential to create a next-generation Internet of Things by connecting thousands of devices with faster streams of data.
A new model developed by researchers can predict tropical cyclones with improved accuracy, up to 10-30 days in advance. The model analyzes nearly a quarter of the Earth's surface and atmosphere, accounting for key factors such as warm sea surface temperatures and wind shears.
The NIH has funded a project to develop an AI-based system, PHK, that analyzes patients' clinical and genomic data to find new connections between biochemical pathways. This system could help doctors treat cancer and complex diseases more effectively by providing personalized treatment recommendations.
Researchers at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory have developed a new model for stabilizing magnetic bubbles in plasma, which can expand and disrupt fusion reactions. By modifying the standard technique of radio frequency wave deposition, they predict that pulsing the waves can overcome leakage problems and improve performance.
The Maldives has the highest level of microplastic pollution in the world, with high concentrations found in waters around Naifaru. The study highlights the impact on marine ecosystems and local communities, emphasizing the need for improved waste management practices.
Two startup nonprofits in Jordan are documenting, conserving, protecting and making decisions about the future of Jordan's archaeological sites. Professor Allison Mickel is studying their progress to understand what works and what doesn't in engaging local communities in heritage management.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology used machine-learning-based methods to simulate interface properties of hybrid materials. They found that molecules in the system change their structure rather than undergoing long-range charge transfer, refuting earlier theories.
The new ASPIRE center will develop holistic solutions for vehicle electrification and decarbonization of the electric grid. Researchers will focus on charging technology integrated into roadways and parking facilities to eliminate range and charging as obstacles, enabling low-cost, sustainable solutions.
A group of Russian scientists, including ITMO University researchers, has proposed a system to update existing MRI scanners. The device uses electromagnetic coupling with an additional dielectric resonator to localize the magnetic field in the breast.
Researchers created a new mouse model to study SARS-CoV-2 infection and disease, accelerating the development of treatments and vaccines. The model suggests that type I interferon signaling may play a pathological role in COVID-19 respiratory inflammation.
A new analysis of data from the ALLSTAR study published in the European Heart Journal shows that cell infusions, also known as cardiosphere-derived cells (CDCs), can benefit patients with heart disease by reducing the volume of blood the heart holds and a blood protein that measures heart failure severity. The findings contradict previ...
A study published in Nature Communications has discovered phosphorus-rich stars with unusual abundances, defying current theories of stellar evolution and nucleosynthesis. The findings suggest a new type of object that could provide insights into the origin of life's essential element.
A new study found that fitness watches can be beneficial for patients with chronic illnesses, increasing exercise motivation, but also causing unnecessary anxiety due to misinterpreted data. Researchers recommend a collaborative care approach to help patients and clinicians jointly interpret wearable device data.
Researchers developed a small engineered peptide called PR1P, which protects VEGF from degradation and reduces apoptosis in both cell cultures and live mice. The study found significant increases in VEGF levels and reductions in lung damage in mouse models of emphysema.
A new study published in Science of the Total Environment confirms that high rice consumption is associated with increased cardiovascular mortality due to arsenic exposure. The research suggests that people may reduce their risk by consuming lower-arsenic rice varieties and eating a balanced diet.
Researchers developed a system using orange-tinted solar panels to generate electricity while growing crops like spinach and basil, increasing yields and nutritional content. The system offered financial protection from market fluctuations and climate risks, with significant benefits for farmers.
A study published in Frontiers found that men's penile microbiota can predict with high accuracy whether their female partner will develop bacterial vaginosis. The researchers analyzed the microbiota of 168 Kenyan couples and found a direct correlation between the composition of a man's microbiome and the occurrence of BV in his female...
A University of Houston researcher has discovered a mechanism for a protein called Nuclear Factor of Activated T cells 5 (NFAT 5) that regulates tonicity and protects cells against cell death. NFAT 5 produces protective osmolytes, which help maintain cellular integrity.
Researchers found that high CO2 concentrations in water make fish grow smaller, with a growth deficit of between five and ten percent. Fish living at less ideal temperatures and more CO2 experienced greater reductions in growth.
The University of California, Riverside is part of a new NSF Engineering Research Center aimed at preserving biological systems through breakthrough bioengineering technology. The center, ATP-Bio, will develop and deploy technologies to preserve cells, tissues, organs, and whole organisms.
The Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery's 17th Annual Meeting will discuss advances in stroke triage and management, artificial intelligence, robotics, and new findings on racial disparities in stroke treatment. The event will also cover the neurologic impact of COVID-19.
A team of scientists has engineered a decoy receptor protein that binds to the SARS-CoV-2 virus and blocks infection in human cells. The research found that this decoy receptor is attractive to the virus due to subtle mutations, making it an ideal candidate for neutralizing the virus.
A new study reveals a previously unknown protein called STEEP that plays a crucial role in the migration of STING protein within immune cells. This discovery provides valuable knowledge about how infectious diseases affect the immune system and could lead to new principles for understanding immune function.
A study from MIT neuroscientists suggests that parts of the brain originally evolved for object recognition have been repurposed for reading. In nonhuman primates, the inferotemporal cortex is capable of distinguishing words from nonsense words and picking out specific letters.
A new study found that 20% of middle-aged UK South Asians have a very severe vitamin D deficiency, which can lead to health problems such as osteomalacia. The study also identified factors like geographic location and BMI as contributors to the deficiency, highlighting the need for targeted public health campaigns.
NAU will contribute research, education, and workforce development through the CQN, focusing on quantum networks and materials. The center aims to lay foundations for a quantum internet, revolutionizing computing, communication, and sensing.
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in fewer women submitting manuscripts to JAMA Surgery, potentially hindering their academic career progression. Women face challenges in academia due to publications being a key metric for promotion and tenure.
Researchers at Dartmouth have received a $750,000 grant to develop a new high-temperature tubing material for CSP systems. The material has the potential to increase efficiency and decrease costs of harnessing and storing solar energy.
A study of infants and young children with mothers having ankylosing spondylitis (AS) found their growth and development comparable to offspring of other women. Despite having a rheumatic disease, mothers can have healthy children.
A study by Syracuse University found that Americans who live in blue states tend to live longer than those in red states, primarily due to state policies. Liberal state policies could raise US life expectancy by over 2 years, while conservative policies could reduce it by 2 years.
A $2 million NSF award will support research on identifying and functionalizing dozens of different types of RNA modifications in diverse model and crop species. The project aims to develop resources that make it easier for plant scientists to utilize and expand upon the discoveries.
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis developed a new algorithm called Parallel Residual Projection (PRP) to solve linear inverse problems by breaking them down into smaller tasks that can be solved in parallel on standard computers.
Researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute develop new models to study molecular characteristics of lung and pancreas tumors driven by NTRK1 mutations. The findings aim to identify effective treatments for patients with NTRK1-driven cancers, which have proven resistant to current therapies.
A new study published in Redox Biology shows that the drug CMS121 successfully reversed memory loss in a mouse model of inherited Alzheimer's disease. The drug works by normalizing lipid peroxidation and lowering levels of fatty acid synthetase, suggesting FASN as a potential target for treating Alzheimer's disease.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine found that a next-generation cholesterol-lowering drug can lower blood cholesterol to safer levels faster when added to traditional therapies. The study showed significant reductions in LDL cholesterol during hospitalization and within a month following a heart attack, suggesting the drug is safe a...
A Phase 2 clinical trial is testing the safety and efficacy of synthetic monoclonal antibodies to treat COVID-19. The study aims to reduce the duration of symptoms and increase the proportion of participants with undetectable virus in nasopharyngeal swabs.
A study by University of Exeter found the UK's 'price of life' to be among the lowest in developed nations, with a value of around $100,000. This is significantly lower than countries that imposed lockdowns earlier, such as Germany and South Korea.
The National Science Foundation has awarded UVA a $1.2 million expansion of a grant to develop a secure, high-performance computing system for COVID-19 research. The system will provide access to protected health data for researchers across the nation.
Researchers analyzed zircon grains in Antarctic sandstones to determine their ages and chemical compositions, revealing two primary periods of increased average crustal thickness associated with volcanic chains. These findings suggest a causal link between plate tectonics and major transitions in Earth's atmosphere and oceans.
Scientists at IRB Barcelona have discovered a new type of hypermutation called mutation fog, which generates hundreds of mutations in every cell and accumulates in critical genome regions. This process is linked to normal DNA repair and APOBEC enzyme activity, suggesting it may be a major source of cancer mutations.
CloudSat captured areas of heavy rain and high-powered clouds during Tropical Storm Isaias' intensification into a hurricane. The satellite's advanced cloud-profiling radar provided new insights into the storm's vertical structure and contributed to improved global model representations.
Researchers used ultrafast pulsed laser techniques to investigate chemical separations, tracking dynamics of molecules designed to grab cobalt from solutions. The study reveals the essential role of hydrogen bonding in developing new extraction methodologies.
Researchers found 28 pesticides linked to mammary gland tumors, but EPA acknowledged only nine, highlighting the need for updated guidelines. The study also identified endocrine disruptors that can trigger breast cancer development.
Researchers at McMaster University isolated genes that cause some people to gain muscle while others don't through a novel experiment. A set of 141 genes regulates skeletal muscle growth, and isolating these genes may help target lifestyle and drug therapies to prevent muscle loss in older individuals.
A bottlenose dolphin calf found entangled in monofilament fishing line in the Indian River Lagoon suffered long-term damage to its maxillary bones, dentition, and soft tissues. The dolphin's body condition declined significantly after release, leading to death two years later.
A new grant will fund the research, which aims to develop an effective and efficient cleaning method for peanut butter processing facilities. The technology has the potential to reduce cleaning time by nearly a week and minimize the risk of Salmonella contamination in peanut butter production.
A team of researchers at Stanford University has made a breakthrough in developing a wireless brain-computer interface that can accurately control electronic prostheses using thoughts. The new technology uses a tenth of the power required by current wire-enabled systems, making it safer and more natural for patients with paralysis or n...
Researchers used computational models to examine how sleep encodes new memories while preventing damage to old ones. The study suggests that memories, even old ones, are dynamic and constantly updated during sleep, which helps prevent forgetting and increases recall performance.
Patients with severe COVID-19 symptoms showed improved outcomes when administered Interleukin-6 (IL6ri) inhibitors, such as sarilumab or tocilizumab, earlier in the disease course. This reduced mortality rates and the need for intubation, with a higher discharge rate among those treated early.
A large randomized clinical trial involving over 18,000 participants found no significant benefit from vitamin D supplementation in preventing depression or improving mood. The study's results confirm longstanding questions about the effectiveness of vitamin D in reducing depression risk.
A new species of red truffle was recently identified in Oregon, named Tuber luomae after researcher Dan Luoma who discovered it in 1981. The discovery was confirmed using DNA analysis and microscopic structures, revealing a unique species with limited geographic distribution.
A recent study published in Nature Communications reveals that an enzyme called HDAC3 plays a crucial role in regulating lung macrophage development and homeostasis. The research found that inhibiting this enzyme may provide a new therapeutic approach for treating lung cancer and inflammatory diseases in the airway.
A study developed by Colorado State University experts demonstrates the potential risks and various scenarios COVID-19 could pose for fire management. The model highlights the effectiveness of risk-mitigation strategies such as screening and social distancing measures in reducing infections.
Researchers found that carbonate-rich molten rock can alter the physical properties of rocks, affecting seismic waves. The study provides new insights into the elasticity, density, and compressibility of these rocks, potentially revealing a substantial carbon reservoir in the Earth's deep upper mantle.
A new study reveals nearly 20% more emperor penguin colonies in Antarctica, totaling 61 colonies worldwide. The discovery uses satellite images to locate the birds, which are vulnerable to climate change and loss of sea ice breeding habitat.
The ASBMB has received a five-year grant from NIGMS to support scientists from diverse backgrounds in preparing for independent careers. The MOSAIC program will provide professional development, mentoring, and networking opportunities to help diversify the professoriate.
A new model of screening combines better risk assessment, noninvasive testing options, and targeted referrals for colonoscopy to save more lives. The American Gastroenterological Association proposes a universal approach to screening that reaches more people and offers alternatives to colonoscopy.
A new study by CHOP sleep experts found that sleep disturbances at any age are associated with diminished well-being in children by 10 or 11 years old. Children with persistent sleep problems have the greatest impairments, while those with mild sleep problems over time also experience psychosocial impairments.