A study published in JAMA Network found that COVID-19 is associated with increased risk of fatal cardiovascular outcomes in patients with underlying cardiovascular disease. The researchers evaluated the relationship between pre-existing heart conditions and myocardial injury on patient mortality rates.
A new review published in Nutrition Reviews suggests that a plant-based diet can help prevent and manage asthma. The study found that consuming fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and other high-fiber foods can be beneficial for asthma patients, whereas dairy products and high-fat foods can exacerbate symptoms.
Researchers found that copper hydroxychloride improves pigs' ability to utilize fat after absorption, leading to increased energy utilization. The element enhances lipid metabolism in the liver, adipose tissue, and muscle, enabling better feed conversion rates and economic savings.
A research team discovered that high-entropy alloys exhibit exceptional mechanical properties at ultra-low temperatures due to multiple deformation mechanisms. The study used in-situ neutron diffraction technique to reveal the sequence of deformation mechanisms, including dislocation slip, stacking faults, twinning, and serrations.
Fluid dynamics experts have long assumed that fluids flow without slipping at solid boundaries, but recent research reveals this may not be true. Tiny microbubbles formed by shear forces can cause slippage, potentially reducing energy losses in industrial applications such as gas and oil suppliers.
CABBI researchers have developed a triad of innovative tools to engineer low-pH-tolerant yeast Issatchenkia orientalis for production of valuable bioproducts. The three tools facilitate genetic expression, DNA assembly, and stability in the yeast strain, enabling its use as a robust organic acid producer.
A new study in the Journal of Marketing finds that consumers use social media and on-site product pages early in their journey for hedonic purchases, while utilizing third-party reviews and search engines closer to the time of utilitarian purchase. The study offers actionable insights for retailers, including investing in social media ...
Researchers studied 16 COVID-19 patients who recovered from symptoms but still shed the virus. Half kept shedding for up to eight days after symptom resolution, with more severe infections potentially lasting longer.
A recent NIH study has identified a genetic mutation that improves cognitive flexibility in mice by modifying a protein regulating potassium channels. The mutation was found to enhance the ability of mice to adapt to changing situations, such as finding a relocated platform.
Researchers at the University of Würzburg have discovered a new quantum state of matter that enables light to be accumulated at a specific point in an optical fiber. This effect, known as a 'light funnel', has the potential to improve the sensitivity of optical detectors and unlock new technological applications.
The Centre for Genomic Regulation has launched a new database to analyze COVID-19 data and compare different variations of the virus. Researchers can use this publicly available resource to study how SARS-CoV-2 grows, mutates, and replicates.
The Journal of the American Geriatrics Society highlights critical points for combating COVID-19, including fostering awareness, managing infections, and empowering decision-makers. The 'ABCDs' provide a framework for long-term care facilities to contain the pandemic.
Land animal die-offs began hundreds of thousands of years before marine extinction, with terrestrial vertebrate species declining by up to 70%, while marine extinctions may have occurred over tens of thousands of years. The study suggests a lag between land and sea extinctions, potentially due to different causes.
Researchers created an equation to estimate plastic ingestion by animals, finding that the largest piece eaten is about 5% of the animal's body length. The study analyzed over 2,000 animals and found shocking examples of plastic pollution, including a sperm whale with hosepipes and flower pots inside.
A team of researchers has developed a new method for generating quantum-entangled photons in the previously inaccessible spectral range of 2.1 micrometers. This breakthrough can enhance the security of satellite-based communications by making end-to-end encryption possible on sunny and cloudy days.
The study examines coronavirus disease 2019's (COVID-19) effects on the cardiovascular system, revealing potential long-term consequences. Researchers highlight the need for further investigation into the relationship between coronaviruses and cardiovascular health.
Researchers from North Carolina State University and the Army Research Office have developed a new model for how competing pieces of information spread in online social networks and IoT. The findings suggest that network size plays a significant role in displacing old data with new, accurate information.
Girls with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) exhibit distinct brain activity patterns, including motor and striatal underactivation to social stimuli, and larger rare copy number variants affecting those regions. Typically developing girls show executive engagement when viewing social stimuli, suggesting resilience to autism.
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a new fluorinated cyclic phosphate solvent electrolyte that improves upon existing ethylene carbonate, offering nonflammable properties and increased voltage tolerance. This breakthrough could lead to longer journeys in electric vehicles and improved fire safety in home energy storage.
Global supply chains account for 10% of all global carbon emissions, which has tripled between 1995 and 2012. Researchers call these emissions "carbon-in-transit," as products move across borders with embedded carbon emissions.
A study found that Russian social media platforms like Facebook and VKontakte exhibit characteristics of McDonaldization, a form of rationality that prioritizes efficiency and profit over human values. This process can lead to the displacement of individuals from meaningful relationships and the loss of personal autonomy.
Researchers discovered that TBK1 mutations in mice with ALS-like symptoms initially slow disease progression but later accelerate it. The study sheds light on the complex relationship between ALS genetics and its mechanisms, highlighting challenges in developing safe treatments.
A recent study by Jennifer Welsh found that various sea creatures, such as sponges, crabs, and cockles, can remove a significant portion of virus particles from seawater. These findings suggest that non-host organisms play an important role in regulating virus populations in marine environments.
A team of researchers found a specific brain region responsible for influencing social behaviors and reward valuations in monkeys. They discovered that this region, the lateral hypothalamus, plays a crucial role in shaping socially motivated behavior.
A new type of solar cell with a wide bandgap perovskite material has been developed to improve efficiency and durability. The researchers achieved a 26.7% efficient power conversion rate in their double layer solar cell, with the material retaining 80% of its initial capability after 1,000 hours of continuous illumination.
Astronomers used ALMA to observe a galaxy with young, powerful jets ejected from a supermassive black hole. The team found clear evidence of disrupted gaseous clouds impacted by the jets' high speeds, providing insight into the evolutionary process of galaxies in the early Universe.
Researchers created a laboratory model of three types of brain cells to study HIV's impact on the central nervous system. The model revealed that HIV infection can take a toll on the brain, causing inflammation and damage. Antiretroviral therapy (ART) can reduce inflammation by around 70%, but also triggers its own unique response.
Researchers find that urea in astronaut urine can be used to soften concrete, making it more pliable and resistant to extreme temperatures. The discovery could help reduce costs associated with transporting construction materials to the Moon.
Researchers have developed an innovative in vivo priming strategy to train human stem cells for improved cardiac regeneration therapy. The technique, using a 3D-printed patch, enhances the survival rate and therapeutic potential of the stem cells after transplantation into failing hearts.
Researchers have discovered a new drug, FL118, that effectively treats and reverses treatment resistance in advanced multiple myeloma. The drug has shown promise in treating cancer cells from both newly diagnosed and relapsed or treatment-resistant patients.
City of Hope researchers used lab-grown brain organoids to study the effects of cytomegalovirus on unborn babies, finding that a strain of HCMV can cause microcephaly by disrupting calcium signaling and brain development. The model could help identify potential therapies for the condition.
Researchers at Rice University have discovered that double-walled carbon nanotubes can create a staggered band alignment, allowing for more efficient separation of positive and negative charges in photovoltaic applications. This effect is caused by the interplay of different curvatures between the inner and outer walls of the nanotube.
The National Gene Vector Biorepository (NGVB) provides valuable resources to gene therapy investigators, including 93 unique reagents and a searchable database of animal safety studies. These resources aim to decrease compliance risks, address clinical trial funding periods, and reduce costs.
Researchers identified a strain of bacteria capable of degrading some chemical building blocks of polyurethane, a thermosetting polymer difficult to recycle or destroy. The discovery represents an important step in reusing hard-to-recycle PU products and reducing toxic waste.
Researchers found high concentrations of microplastic particles in Fram Strait's water column and sediment. The deep sea is a major sink for microscopically small plastic particles, with sediments containing up to 13,000 particles per kilogramme.
Cities with strict early restrictions had lower disease and mortality rates compared to those with fewer and later restrictions. Cities that adopted broad isolation measures, including school closures, mask wearing, and case isolation, saw significant reductions in disease spread.
Researchers compared federal and foundation funding for sickle cell disease and cystic fibrosis, finding that higher funding was associated with increased research productivity and faster drug development. The study suggests that increasing funding could improve treatment options for these two diseases.
At 2-dimensional limit, researchers at Peking University detect novel zero-energy bound states resembling Majorana zero-energy bound states in interstitial Fe adatoms on high-temperature superconducting thin films. These findings exhibit characteristics of Majorana zero mode, a potential building block for topological qubit.
A recent review published in JAMA Cardiology reveals that COVID-19 can cause cardiac injury and worsen outcomes for patients with pre-existing heart conditions. The study found a higher risk of cardiovascular complications in patients over 65 with coronary heart disease or hypertension.
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted cancer care delivery, leading to concerns about treatment delays and reduced access to care. To address these challenges, experts recommend adopting flexible approaches that prioritize patient needs and minimize disruptions.
A study published in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension finds no credible evidence that ARBs increase COVID-19 susceptibility. Discontinuing these medications would pose significant health risks for patients with hypertension and chronic kidney disease.
Skoltech scientists developed sensitive sensors based on cobalt oxide nanoflakes to detect various alcohols, including toxic methanol. The new technology enables quick and accurate tests for safe air quality, applicable to medical diagnostics and ambient air monitoring.
In one dimension, bosons can form a Fermi sea similar to non-interacting fermions, but still exhibit bosonic velocity distribution. This phenomenon demonstrates the complex behavior of ultracold gases in optical lattices and has implications for quantum devices and systems
Researchers from University of Jyväskylä uncovered historical data on phage therapy's successful use against dysentery and staphylococcal infections in Brazil. The study sheds light on the revived interest in phage therapy as an alternative to antibiotics in the fight against antimicrobial resistance.
Researchers at the Babraham Institute found that applying genital wart treatment can enhance the immune system of older mice and humans. By boosting T follicular helper cells, they were able to rescue age-dependent defects in immune cell types, offering hope for improving vaccination response in older populations.
A recent study published in JAMA Network reveals that COVID-19 can cause acute myocardial inflammation leading to fatigue and signs of heart failure. Researchers identified the presentation of this condition in a patient who recovered from influenzalike syndrome and developed symptoms a week after upper respiratory tract symptoms.
Researchers at Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology found that heart size affects both vortex flow and pressure difference in dogs. The study suggests that correcting for these differences can be used to diagnose diastolic function in pediatric and veterinary medicine.
Researchers at University of Birmingham develop technique to control light passing through disordered surfaces, producing vivid colors. The method harnesses random clusters of gold nanoparticles to create a 'transparent cavity' that traps and releases photons with different frequencies, resulting in precise color reproduction.
The Medical University of South Carolina team has developed a DIY protective mask that can be printed at home using a 3D printer, working in tandem with a disposable filter cartridge. The design aims to provide an effective alternative to N95 masks during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Researchers developed a novel technique to study how deformed microtubules affect their function, shedding light on traumatic brain injuries and Parkinson's disease. Microtubules, like train tracks, transport molecular cargo, but become deformed in certain diseases.
A new research study led by Miss Yu Yan Yau and Dr Benoit Thibodeau from the University of Hong Kong found that reducing fossil fuel combustion can significantly decrease hypoxic zones in Chinese coastal seas, with the South China Sea being the most sensitive area to nitrogen input
A study of 72,000 adolescents and young adults found that exposure to family members with opioid prescriptions increases the youth's own risk of overdose. Higher rates of opioid prescription among young people also contribute to their increased risk of overdose.
A recent study published in PLOS ONE found that tackling unhealthy lifestyle factors can provide the greatest benefit in increasing life expectancy among those with severe mental illness. Interventions aimed at stopping smoking and reducing sedentary behavior show promise, with potential increases of 2 years and 1 year, respectively.
Researchers at Hokkaido University and Kao Corporation discovered that bound water on cotton surfaces causes cross-linking between single fibers, leading to stiffness. The study used atomic force microscopy and infrared spectroscopy to investigate the bound water's unique properties.
A study by Lehigh University researchers found that firms with female directors announced high-severity product recalls 28 days sooner than all-male boards. This reduction in time translates to a 35% decrease in the overall recall period.
The iPS87 cell line is characterized as a cancer-inducing, stem cell-like cell line that can be used to develop novel treatments for prostate cancer. After 8 transfers, the cultured cells lost their tumor-inducing capability and stem cell marker expression.
Cervical cancer screening rates dropped by over 3% in four areas of Miyagi Prefecture after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, with rates still lower five years later. Long-term monitoring is needed to restore screening rates in affected areas.