A new study in Nature Sustainability shows that international trade improved the sustainable development goals of 70% of developed countries but reduced them by over 60% for developing countries. The research found that trading with distant countries had more environmental benefits, as close neighbors often share similar constraints.
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a new immunotherapy that extends the survival time of mice with triple-negative breast cancer by 150% and prevents tumor reoccurrence. The therapy, which uses spherical nucleic acids, stimulates an immune response to combat cancer cells.
A 1.4-million-year-old bone handaxe from Konso, Ethiopia, showcases deliberate shaping and cutting activities of early Homo species. The discovery expands the known technological repertoire of Acheulean tool production, highlighting advanced flaking techniques used on bone.
A new study found that special filter glasses enhance color vision for those with red-green color vision deficiency, and the effect persists even when not worn. The filters increased chromatic contrast response in individuals with anomalous trichromacy.
Researchers analyzed nearly 300 human SARS-CoV-2 antibodies and found IGHV3-53 is the most frequently used gene for targeting the virus spike protein. This gene leads to highly potent antibodies with lower mutation rates, making them promising for vaccine design.
The University of Texas at El Paso has been awarded $1.3 million to investigate how neural circuits regulate specific cognitive functions in humans. The research, led by Dr. Manuel Miranda-Arango, aims to identify and characterize glycinergic neurons in the basal ganglia and their connections to other brain areas.
Researchers review recent progress in sulfur/carbon cathode materials and high safety electrolytes for advanced Li-S batteries. Effective strategies to solve technical obstacles like low cycling stability and safety issues are discussed.
Racial disparities in COVID-19 cases and deaths are clear, with African Americans disproportionately impacted by infection rates and death. The investigation calls for more complete surveillance data and targeted strategies to engage trusted community leaders and improve safer working and living conditions.
A new, evidence-based guideline has been created to treat patients with NTM lung disease. The guidelines, developed by experts from leading international societies, provide thirty-one recommendations for the treatment of patients suffering from NTM pathogens.
A new UCSF study reveals that young adults with smoking habits are at a higher risk of severe COVID-19. The study found that medical vulnerability was 33% for males and 30% for females, with smoking surpassing other less common risks.
A University of Cincinnati researcher found that autoclaving and alcohol treatment reduce the efficiency of face masks and N95 respirators, causing damage to filters. The study's findings suggest alternative methods, such as ultraviolet light, may be more effective for disinfection.
A Princeton astrophysicist has developed an AI model, SPOCK, to predict the stability of planetary systems. By combining simplified models with machine learning methods, researchers can quickly eliminate unstable configurations, reducing computational time by factors of 100,000.
Researchers at Peter the Great Saint-Petersburg Polytechnic University discovered a new physical effect where mechanical oscillations can be excited only due to internal thermal resources. This phenomenon, called ballistic resonance, grows in amplitude over time and can resolve the Fermi-Pasta-Ulam-Tsingou paradox.
The ENLIGHT university network will implement a joint strategy for innovation in research and teaching with EU funding. The nine universities will empower students with the right knowledge and skills to address complex societal challenges.
A research group at Linköping University has developed a dynamic bioink that allows cells to survive and thrive during 3D printing. The bioink's properties can be modified as required, enabling the creation of tissue-mimicking materials with tailored functionalities.
A species of crab, Sesarma reticulatum, is reshaping the landscape of marshlands in the southeastern US. The crab's burrowing and grazing activities lead to erosion of creek heads, accelerating marsh drainage and altering ecosystem dynamics.
A surgeon demonstrated telesurgery using robotic technology and a 5G network, performing remote operations on a cadaver patient from 15 km away. This was the first public demonstration of remote surgery over 5G. Researchers also explored albumin-creatinine ratio for CKD screening, staging, and prognosis.
A team of researchers at POSTECH has developed a new type of semiconductor memory that uses a two-dimensional layered structure material, which can operate stably at low power consumption. The material, CsPb2Br5, showed improved stability and performance compared to traditional materials, with memory characteristics maintained over 140°C.
Scientists at Georgia State University have identified a potent and well-tolerated antiviral compound, GHP-88309, that targets paramyxovirus polymerases. The compound is effective against both human parainfluenzaviruses and the measles virus.
Andean condors flap their wings for only 1.3% of the total recorded flight time, with most time spent gliding and soaring. Flapping is most frequent during takeoffs and in early morning, when thermal updrafts form.
Researchers found that arsenic trioxide can restore the body's natural antiviral factories to fight adenovirus infections. The medication has been approved for leukemia treatment and shows promise in inhibiting adenovirus replication without developing resistance.
A large-scale survey found that meditation was associated with reduced rates of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, and coronary artery disease. The study controlled for other factors connected to cardiovascular risk and still showed a significant effect of meditation on cardiovascular health.
Researchers at UMass Amherst have developed an alternative energy source for muscle protein myosin, enabling controlled muscle activity and potentially treating conditions like cerebral palsy and chronic heart failure. The new energy source, Azobenzene triphosphate, has been shown to modulate myosin function and generate force and velo...
This observational study found significant differences in health outcomes between high- and low-income middle-aged adults in the US and England. The results highlight persistent socioeconomic disparities in health, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to address these gaps.
A new analysis reveals that the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in nearly 1.22 million Americans losing a close relation, with young people and Black Americans disproportionately affected. The study found that each death corresponds to approximately 9 bereaved individuals, highlighting the far-reaching impact of the crisis on families.
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison created a highly efficient and long-lasting solar flow battery, achieving a record efficiency of 20%. The device combines silicon solar cells with advanced materials integrated with optimally designed chemical components.
Life expectancy in the US varies significantly across census tracts, with socioeconomic and demographic factors playing a major role. The study identified strong associations between age, income, and race/ethnicity with life expectancy at local levels.
Researchers at Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg have successfully determined the structure of ferritin using an affordable electron cryo-microscope, achieving resolutions comparable to expensive equipment. This method enables collaboration on structural analysis of samples with medical and biotechnological potential.
Scientists have discovered three ways that deltas can respond to sea level rise, depending on the balance between sediment supply and rate of sea-level change. This understanding has significant implications for climate change and human interference, with potential impacts on river ecosystems and societal stability.
A novel study by Keck Medicine of USC researchers reveals a potential new opioid medication that can slow the progression of osteoarthritis while easing pain. The medication, which activates the kappa opioid receptor, has been shown to preserve cartilage in joints and alleviate pain with reduced risk of addiction.
A Rutgers University study found that military personnel at risk of suicide are more likely to store firearms in unlocked cabinets, increasing access to them. The researchers emphasize the importance of safe firearm storage as a suicide prevention strategy.
A portable testing lab that fits into a suitcase has been developed by Newcastle University experts to detect waterborne hazards. The lab enables quick and affordable screening of millions of bacteria in a single water sample, providing critical data for public health officials to identify and deal with local hazards.
A University of Illinois study using neonatal pigs found that pectin at 0.2% in milk replacer was safe for infants, a breakthrough made possible by public-private partnerships. The research highlights the benefits of collaborations between universities and industry, enabling faster innovation and high-quality science.
Researchers found that biliverdin-binding serpins (BBSs) are responsible for the blue-green coloration of frogs, which helps with camouflage. BBSs alter the spectral absorbance of biliverdin and fine-tune the frog's reflectance spectra.
Research published in the journal Heart found that adults who experienced childhood maltreatment are at a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, with women being particularly vulnerable. The study analyzed data from 157,311 participants and found associations between all types of maltreatment and increased risk of CVD in both sexes.
A study of 90 participants found that watching a magician perform a card trick resulted in unconscious decisions influenced by verbal and nonverbal primes. The results suggest that embedding priming within speech and gestures can shape decision-making processes.
Researchers argue that one-sided narratives shape the dichotomy between state-led and market-led approaches to promote agricultural development. A combination of state-led initiatives, donor-funded or market-led approaches, and input subsidy programs can work if there is evidence-based policy learning between both camps.
Emergency room visits for domestic violence incidents in California more than tripled during the Great Recession, signaling a need to prepare for similar effects during COVID-19. Black and Native American people were disproportionately affected, with hospitalization rates nearly doubling for Native Americans.
Hundreds of frog species have a green coloration due to a biochemical workaround that combines a virus-fighting protein with a toxic bile pigment, not relying on traditional skin chromatophores. This adaptation ensures good camouflage in leafy environments and has evolved over 40 times across different families of treefrogs.
A new study reveals how climate change has enabled Sesarma reticulatum to thrive in southern salt marshes, dramatically altering ecosystem dynamics and clearing grasses that hold the marshes together. This has led to increased rates of creek formation and changes in interactions between predators and prey species.
A Northwestern University study found that COVID-19 patients are 12 times more likely to die in a medical facility than patients who died from any cause in 2018. The high rate of deaths in hospitals and nursing homes highlights the need for improved end-of-life care, including access to virtual communication with families.
A multidisciplinary team from Columbia Engineering and Vanderbilt University has successfully recovered severely injured donor lungs using a cross-circulation platform. This method provides intrinsic biological repair mechanisms over long periods, enabling the recovery of lungs that cannot be saved by standard clinical EVLP.
Consumer-created social media visuals are reflective of consumer brand perceptions, according to researchers who developed a new model called BrandImageNet. This model maps images to perceptual attributes of a brand, allowing firms to automatically monitor consumers' brand perceptions and evaluate their positioning strategies.
A recent article in Nature Reviews Microbiology calls for more research into bats' molecular biology and ecology to predict and prevent the next pandemic. Bats carry a vast number of viruses, with evidence linking different species to human outbreaks of SARS, MERS, Ebola, and other diseases.
Experts argue that New Zealand's proposed cannabis legislation lacks clear criteria for minimum price and potency levels, posing challenges in reducing cannabis use over time and taxing products by THC potency. The bill needs strengthening to address these gaps and ensure a comprehensive regulatory framework.
A new fragment library, F2X-Universal, has been designed and validated by the HZB team. The library consists of 1,103 compounds, which were successfully tested against endothiapepsin and Aar2/RnaseH protein complex targets.
A new study published in Nature Medicine found that breast cancer patients who experience a heart attack have a higher risk of cancer recurrence, spread, and death. The research suggests that heart attacks can trigger an immune reaction that makes it easier for cancer cells to grow.
A virtual reality simulator will be developed to improve hiatal hernia surgery training, reducing surgical errors and improving outcomes. The study aims to utilize the simulator to hone skills in a standardized environment.
Researchers found that people tend to become more optimistic as they age, with a significant increase during young adulthood. Despite major life events, such as divorce or illness, people generally remain positive about their future, finding ways to maintain emotional balance and focus on happiness.
Researchers have developed a new analytical approach called single-cell higher-order testing (scHOT) that enables the study of broad changes in gene behavior within human tissue. The method has been successfully tested on mice and identified novel pairs of genes that co-vary in expression, providing insights into neurodevelopmental dis...
A multicenter trial found that PSMA PET/CT identified disease in over half of patients with negative conventional imaging, leading to changes in management in 66% of cases. The most common changes were conversion to surgery or radiation, or addition of nodal-directed therapy.
A new study published in Psychoneuroendocrinology documents a clear link between stress hormone cortisol and higher blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. The research suggests that sustained cortisol levels make it difficult to control blood sugar and manage the disease.
A study using isotopic analysis reveals that ancient cats in Central Europe had a synanthropic diet, suggesting close human-cat relations. The findings indicate that cats first migrated to the region from the Near East around 4,200-2,300 BC.
The new LRC approach enables the investigation of superheavy elements with extreme sensitivity, even at low production quantities. By combining laser spectroscopy and ion mobility spectrometry, researchers can unveil element-specific emission spectra, providing valuable insights into the electronic structure of these exotic atoms.
A recent study reveals that the Carnian Pluvial Episode, a period of intense warming and humidity, occurred globally, particularly in South America. The research suggests that this global climate event may have spurred the emergence of early dinosaurs.
A new study reveals that crop plants can absorb microplastics, contaminating edible plants and potentially entering the food chain. The research found that particles as small as 2 micrometers in size can be taken up by plant roots, raising concerns about human health and agricultural sustainability.
Researchers found that Cyclocarya paliurus polysaccharide modulates the gut microbiota and improves metabolic pathways, leading to a reduction in serum glucose levels and alleviating type 2 diabetes symptoms. The study provides new insights into the use of dietary polysaccharides for preventing or intervening in T2DM.
A team of scientists has confirmed that liquids show elasticity and rigidity like solids at the microscopic scale, contrary to long-held assumptions. The study's findings have significant implications for nanodevices, nanostructures, and metamaterials.
Researchers from ITMO University have improved the technique for processing composites based on nanoporous glass with silver and copper, allowing for precise prediction of optical properties. The suggested method enables the creation of unique optical plasmonic components at a lower cost and with increased ease.
The University of Kansas will develop and deliver new generation of testing technology with a $29.9 million contract. The partnership aims to improve teaching and assess student learning for all students, including those with disabilities.