The report highlights Singapore's effective triage and infection control protocols implemented in primary care clinics. These measures allowed for the safe treatment of patients while protecting healthcare workers from COVID-19 infection.
This meta-analysis found that Indo-Mediterranean style diets significantly reduced parameters of pre-heart failure and heart failure, as well as incidence of cardiac arrhythmias. Anti-inflammatory effects may be a key mechanism behind this reduction in cardiovascular mortality.
New research reveals how El Niño affects soil moisture content, controlling plant growth and food supply. The study identifies areas with severe decreases in soil moisture, such as the Amazon basin and maritime Southeast Asia, which may lead to large-scale plant die-offs.
A Southwest Research Institute scientist modeled Mars' atmosphere to determine that salty pockets of water on the Red Planet are unlikely to be habitable by Earth-based life. The study found stable brines could form seasonally, but temperatures are too low to support life.
Researchers developed a new HIV vaccine that combines neutralizing antibodies with cellular immunity to provide more effective protection. The vaccine showed promising results in preventing infection and lasting for over a year after vaccination.
New discoveries at Bacho Kiro Cave in Bulgaria reveal the earliest evidence of Homo sapiens in Europe, with fossils dating back to 45,820 years ago. The findings indicate that Homo sapiens arrived in Europe and interacted with Neanderthals, bringing new behaviors and tools.
Researchers analyzed tree-ring reconstructions of streamflow to quantify drought severity, dating back to 800 CE. The study found the 2000-2010 drought was the driest in 1,200 years, with increased warming contributing to its extreme severity.
A study funded by JDRF, ADA, and Helmsley found all human and analog insulins in US pharmacies contained the expected amount of active insulin, posing no safety risks for people with diabetes.
Researchers at QIBEBT discovered a copper ion that overcomes discharge product build-up issues in magnesium batteries. The Mg/Cu+ battery retained 80% of its capacity after 200 cycles, outperforming traditional lithium-ion batteries.
Researchers discovered a unique Apollo 17 sample with high-temperature mineralogical evidence that formed at incredibly hot temperatures, suggesting large-scale meteorite impacts played a critical role in the Moon's surface. The findings suggest these impacts not only destroyed the lunar crust but also helped build it.
Scientists from Penn State University and NAGP have successfully reintroduced genetic diversity into modern Holsteins by using semen from the 1950s. The reintroduction of two lost male lineages, Colantha and Netherland Prince, demonstrates the possibility of expanding research into Y-chromosome variation.
A study by Harvard's Wyss Institute shows that a soft robotic exosuit can significantly increase stroke survivors' walking speed and distance. The device, which weighs less than five kilograms, assists patients with impaired gait functions, enabling them to walk faster and farther.
A University of Alaska Fairbanks-led research team developed a method using satellite images and synthetic aperture radar to determine methane release from northern lakes. The technique found correlations between frozen lake conditions and methane production.
Researchers mapped out how gene networks change as muscle cells mature from embryonic development to adulthood. The roadmap could lead to better methods for creating muscle stem cells from stem cells, potentially treating muscular dystrophies and sarcopenia.
Researchers analyzed late-spring frost data from 1959 to 2017 and found that 35% of European and 26% of Asian forests are threatened by increasing frost damage. The study highlights the evolutionary impact of spring frost on boreal and temperate woody species.
The claustrum is a key structure in coordinating brain activity across multiple senses and areas. Researchers found that slow-wave brain activity, characteristic of sleep states, is controlled by the claustrum.
A new study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology suggests that women's treatment decisions during pregnancy should be tailored to their individual values and preferences. The research found that half of the women preferred tight control of blood pressure, while half preferred less-tight control, with Caucasian ethnicity, uni...
A new diagnostic approach in malaria has been adapted to track immunity to COVID-19, providing valuable details about when a person was exposed to the infection. The test can pinpoint how long ago a person was exposed, making it essential for tracking the spread of an infection and monitoring the effectiveness of control programs.
Researchers used the homozygous G608G BAC-transgenic progeria mouse model to study degenerative joint diseases. Treatment combinations with pravastatin and zoledronic acid significantly improved bone mechanical properties and cartilage structural parameters.
Researchers investigate the chemistry of the earliest fluids in the Solar System by studying the framboidal magnetite grains in the Tagish Lake meteorite. They propose that a lack of amino acids may be due to insufficient precursor materials.
A graphene triangular flake, called triangulene, has been found to possess a net magnetic moment and is a graphene nanometer-size magnet. This discovery opens new avenues for using these pure-carbon magnets in technology.
This observational study describes COVID-19 presentations, comorbidities, disease severity, and early treatment outcomes in North American pediatric ICUs. The study highlights the importance of pediatric care during the pandemic, providing valuable insights into patient management and mortality rates.
A method integrating phylogenetic, spatial, and bioactivity data identifies promising plant clades with high anti-infective activities. Conservation of biodiversity hotspots is reinforced by a strong correlation between species diversity and metabolite diversity.
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of telehealth in psychiatric care, offering opportunities for improved accessibility and patient outcomes. The shift towards virtual consultations is expected to have a lasting impact on mental health services.
Experts call for a coordinated approach to develop safe and effective vaccines, requiring creativity, cooperation, and commitment to save lives. Multiple successful vaccines are needed to meet the global need of immunizing billions.
Researchers describe four categories of self-nudging tools: reminders and prompts, framing decisions in a certain way, reducing accessibility of harmful options, and using social pressure. This behavioral science technique can help individuals negotiate internal conflicts and reach long-term goals.
Research in marmosets suggests that increased levels of serotonin transporters in the amygdala may contribute to trait anxiety. Targeting this region with anti-anxiety medication, such as SSRIs, could provide faster symptom relief.
The authors propose a strategic approach to research and development that would generate essential data for multiple vaccine candidates in parallel. They emphasize the need for unprecedented cooperation from governments, academic institutions, industry, and philanthropic partners to develop COVID-19 vaccines.
A new saliva test has detected early throat cancer in a person with no symptoms, highlighting a potential breakthrough in cancer screening. The test identified HPV-DNA in the saliva of an infected individual, allowing for early removal of the affected tonsil through surgery.
UT Southwestern researchers discovered a novel mechanism by which Campylobacter jejuni bacteria sense and respond to butyrate, a beneficial fatty acid produced in the large intestine. This finding provides potential therapeutic targets for preventing C. jejuni-induced diarrhea.
Researchers at NIST create step-by-step method to produce atomic-scale devices, enabling precise control over quantum tunneling and entanglement. The technique has a nearly 100% success rate and lays the foundation for creating stable single-atom transistors with potential applications in quantum computing.
Researchers developed an innovative approach to detect multiple proteins simultaneously using secondary-ion mass spectrometry. This technique surpasses existing fluorescence-based approaches, enabling the analysis of tens of proteins at once.
A new study found that telehealth monitoring and technology can lead to better outcomes for patients with type 1 diabetes during the COVID-19 pandemic. By allowing for frequent insulin dose adjustments and improving glucose values, telehealth helped avoid hospital admissions for diabetic ketoacidosis.
The Cancer IO project aims to drive creation of a Finnish IO ecosystem and national IO growth strategy, boosting business competitiveness and individualization of care. With 10 million euros funding, the project will support top-level research and development of cancer immunotherapy treatments.
A study by Rutgers University found that children and young adults are at greater risk for severe COVID-19 complications than thought. The majority of those admitted to pediatric intensive care units had underlying health conditions, which significantly increased the risk of severe illness.
Researchers developed a new model to study stresses and flows in ultra-cold superfluids. The findings show that the fluid becomes deformed when flowing around impurities, providing valuable insights into quantum mechanical properties at a macroscopic scale.
Researchers identified unique stress granules in cells that combat virus infections, providing a promising avenue for developing new treatments. The discovery has potential to lead to new drug therapies and improve human health by preventing serious damage from viruses.
Scientists from University of Groningen have found that defects in perovskite materials cause broad-spectrum emissions and large colour variation, contradicting previous theory. This discovery has profound consequences for designing perovskite LEDs capable of broad-range light emission.
Research suggests that COVID-19 has added stress on mothers during pregnancy, affecting their mental health, and potentially impacting their child's future well-being. Four factors of prenatal maternal stress were identified: anxiety/depression, somatic, general affective symptoms, and pregnancy-specific worries.
Researchers have developed lead-free perovskite solar cells with excellent optical properties and high stability, thanks to the use of tin and organic groups. The new material shows improved performance over traditional halide perovskites, paving the way for more efficient and stable solar energy harvesting.
UCF professor Maria Harrington receives a grant from Epic Games to develop cutting-edge augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technology. The project aims to create photorealistic models of botanical gardens and university arboretums, providing users with detailed information about plants and ecosystems.
A Swedish study of over half a million women reveals that early mammography screening significantly lowers the rates of advanced and fatal breast cancers. The analysis found a 41% reduction in fatal breast cancers and a 25% reduction in advanced breast cancer cases among screened participants.
Researchers at HZB have found a three-dimensional quantum spin liquid in the hyper-hyperkagome lattice of PbCuTe2O6. The discovery was made through both theoretical simulations and neutron experiments, which confirmed the predicted behavior.
Researchers found that high-infection plant species in flowering strips increase pathogen intensity in bumble bee colonies. However, exposure to these strips also boosts bee reproduction, highlighting the complex relationship between food resources and disease in pollinators.
A 4-week course of acupuncture significantly increased self-reported relief and improvement of symptoms for patients with postprandial distress syndrome (PDS), a subtype of indigestion. The effects persisted through the 12-week follow-up without symptom relapse or rebound.
Researchers developed a new approach to predict vegetation dynamics by incorporating principles of evolution, self-organization, and entropy maximization into dynamic vegetation models. This allows for better prediction of complex plant behavior and resulting vegetation responses to environmental conditions.
The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred innovative uses of personal data for disease surveillance, but experts question the ethics of using cellphone data without user consent. Governments and companies must balance data collection with respect for autonomy to prevent harm while harnessing data's power to combat epidemics.
Scientists have developed a method to predict which plant groups and regions are likely to have medicinal effects. The study found that specific plant families and mountainous regions are rich in anti-infective compounds.
A study examines phalangeal curvature in a human-raised chimpanzee, revealing similar curvature to wild chimps but not humans. Genetic factors, not mechanical loading, are the main drivers of this curvature in chimpanzees and likely other arboreal primates.
A retrospective study found bowel abnormalities in 31% of COVID-19 patients, with thickening and ischemic findings more common in ICU patients. The study suggests that SARS-CoV-2 may play a role in causing bowel or vascular injury, and further research is needed to clarify the cause of these findings.
A new study has found that people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and smokers are at a higher risk of severe complications and mortality from COVID-19. Researchers analyzed data from over 2,500 patients with COVID-19 and found that COPD was associated with a 63% risk of severe disease and a 60% risk of mortality.
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the shift to telepsychiatry, leading to changes in patient outcomes and provider workflows. Key findings highlight the need for improved training and resources for mental health providers adapting to virtual care.
Researchers found improved survival among patients with malignant melanoma who used desloratadine and loratadine, particularly in the age group 65 and older. The study suggests these antihistamines may also reduce the risk of new malignant melanoma cases.
A new study reveals that climate change is causing a significant loss of water from peatlands, which can accelerate global warming by releasing stored carbon into the atmosphere. This can lead to more intense fires and worsen the boreal landscape.
Researchers are utilizing HPC to understand the virus at a molecular level, identify potential treatments, and accelerate vaccine development. Epidemiologists are also using supercomputers to model disease spread and predict hotspots, guiding policy makers' decisions in containing the pandemic.
Researchers found that home gardening was associated with higher levels of happiness comparable to other leisure activities. The study revealed that women and people with low incomes reported higher emotional well-being while gardening, suggesting a potential solution for equity in food action planning.
A clinical study of NHS healthcare workers is underway to better understand the spread of coronavirus and why some people are more affected by the virus. The study aims to collect samples from frontline healthcare workers to answer key questions about the virus and potentially create individual 'risk scores' for developing complications.
A new dataset and diagnostic platform have been developed to help tomato growers detect and prevent bacterial canker, a disease caused by Clavibacter michiganensis. The platform uses genetic regions specific to the pathogen, reducing false positives and making it easier for growers to screen infected plant and seed materials.
Scientists from JARA and Heraeus discovered that tiny material variations can significantly impact memristive device behavior. By controlling these differences, they created a method to design artificial synapses with varying excitability, which could lead to more efficient and reliable storage devices.
Researchers at Indiana University School of Medicine have identified ST2 as a novel checkpoint molecule that could help T cells become more effective in fighting colorectal cancer. By targeting ST2-expressing macrophages, the researchers were able to slow tumor growth and boost T-cell activity.