A new study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Federal Reserve Board of Governors found that individuals with dementia miss payments on bills as early as six years before diagnosis. Financial symptoms like missed payments and subprime credit scores are unique to dementia and can be used as early predictors.
SourceJohns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health·JournalJAMA Internal Medicine·DateNov 30, 2020
A study on honey bees found that individual differences in social interactions lead to universal patterns of behavior across species. Genetically related bees show fewer individual differences than humans, but still exhibit some variation in interaction frequency and food sharing.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 30, 2020
A new model suggests that warm waters may limit the active metabolism of large fishes due to reduced aerobic capacity. The study indicates that oxygen availability constrains metabolic demands in fishes, particularly in larger species.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 30, 2020
Researchers at Texas A&M University have developed a high-throughput cell separation method using droplet microfluidics to study host-pathogen interactions. The system successfully isolates pathogens attached to host cells from those that are unattached, simplifying the study of novel pathogens and environmental microbiology applications.
SourceTexas A&M University·JournalLab on a Chip·DateNov 30, 2020
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Researchers have discovered a class of flexible molecular sieves that can selectively separate gases, such as propylene from propane. This breakthrough has the potential to improve the efficiency of gas purification processes in the manufacture of high-quality plastics.
SourceUniversity of Liverpool·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 30, 2020
Scientists have identified a key gene mechanism controlling cellular aging and rejuvenation in mesenchymal stem cells. The GATA6/SHH/FOXP1 pathway regulates MSC aging and rejuvenation, offering insights into developing treatments for age-related diseases.
Researchers discovered a surprising trove of wild sorghum relatives in Australia, offering potential solutions to combat drought and extreme heat. However, these economically important plants are in peril due to habitat destruction, invasive species, and climate change, highlighting the need for urgent conservation efforts.
SourceThe Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture·JournalDiversity and Distributions·DateNov 30, 2020
A new study finds that bridge construction in rural Nicaragua significantly increases integration, leading to substantial positive economic impact on rural economies. Bridges also increase labor income for households in non-flood periods and agricultural productivity, resulting in higher profits and investments.
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Researchers successfully edited SIV - a virus closely related to HIV - from the genomes of non-human primates using CRISPR gene-editing. The breakthrough demonstrates that the editing tool can reach infected cells and tissues, including viral reservoirs where the viruses integrate into host DNA.
SourceTemple University Health System·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 30, 2020
Researchers have made significant progress in determining the shape of proteins, a crucial aspect of understanding diseases. An AI solution, AlphaFold, has demonstrated accuracy comparable to laboratory experiments and has the potential to revolutionize life sciences.
SourceCommunity Wide Experiment on the Critical Assessment of Techniques for Protein Structure Prediction·DateNov 30, 2020
Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital have identified a combination therapy that improves survival in mouse models of hepatocellular carcinoma. The dual therapy combines regorafenib to reprogram the tumor immune microenvironment and PD1 antibodies to stimulate anti-tumor immunity.
SourceMassachusetts General Hospital·JournalJournal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer·DateNov 30, 2020
Researchers find that invasive canal grass in Panama originated from a sugarcane breeding program in Florida, where over 500 varieties were sent for testing. The plant's DNA matches those from Indonesia and suggests high ploidy levels, making it challenging to control its spread.
SourceSmithsonian Tropical Research Institute·JournalBiological Invasions·DateNov 30, 2020
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Researchers are investigating a potential treatment for people recently diagnosed with SARS-Cov2 who have no or mild symptoms. The trial aims to determine whether treating asymptomatic patients with a combination of medications can reduce viral replication and the risk of getting sick.
Scientists create a system to quickly and easily convert human stem cells into various cell types, including neurons and blood vessels. The researchers identified 290 DNA-binding proteins that reprogram stem cells into target cells within four days.
SourceUniversity of Bonn·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateNov 30, 2020
Researchers have identified a neural pathway that links the circadian clock, stress, and wakefulness in mammals. The study found that excessively active corticotropin-releasing factor neurons triggered insomnia and other sleep disorders when the circadian rhythm was disturbed.
SourceNagoya University·JournalJournal of Mathematical Sciences Advances and Applications·DateNov 30, 2020
A new Brazilian study found that dreams during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown are related to mental suffering and fear of contagion. The computational assessment of dream reports used in the study reveals these emotional connections.
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A new method for detecting bacteria and infections has been developed using fluorescent nanosensors. These sensors can track down pathogens faster and more easily than traditional methods, allowing for improved patient care and rapid diagnosis of sepsis.
SourceUniversity of Göttingen·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 30, 2020
A new microorganism has been developed to produce biodiesel precursors from lignocellulosic biomass, such as discarded agricultural by-products and cardboard boxes. The microorganism achieves twice the product yield of its predecessors, solving a limitation in biofuel production.
SourceNational Research Council of Science & Technology·DateNov 30, 2020
A five-year study by University of British Columbia Okanagan researchers found that recycled concrete performs as well as conventional concrete, with comparable strength and durability. The innovative material can be a 100% substitute for non-structural applications and may eventually replace traditional construction methods.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia Okanagan campus·JournalConstruction and Building Materials·DateNov 30, 2020
EPFL researchers demonstrate nonlinear beam cleaning, enabling generation of high-energy, ultrashort pulses with single-mode beam quality. They achieve sub-100 femtosecond pulses with high pulse energy and low M2 value without external amplification in a compact setup.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·DateNov 30, 2020
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A DNA-based vaccine candidate has been found to be effective in protecting cynomolgus macaques from the Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus. The vaccine generated protective antibodies and prevented signs of disease in infected animals, offering a promising potential treatment for human patients.
SourceNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases·JournalNature Microbiology·DateNov 30, 2020
Scientists have discovered that a critically endangered tree species on Guam modifies its leaf function to best exploit prevailing light conditions. The findings provide new insights into the adaptations of trees in response to changing environmental factors.
Scientists at the University of Basel have identified a key protein regulating long-term memory, found to decline with age. By studying roundworms, they discovered that a molecule called MPS-2 plays a central role in intact long-term memory and is also involved in age-related memory loss.
SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalCurrent Biology·DateNov 30, 2020
The study estimates that sub-Saharan Africa requires approximately 2.5 million additional hospital beds by 2030. Countries in the region must prioritize facility expansion and new construction to address growing population needs.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 30, 2020
The study analyzes healthcare accessibility in sub-Saharan Africa and identifies a strategy to efficiently abate inequalities. Researchers estimate that ~6,200 new facilities need to be built by 2030 to meet universal healthcare targets.
SourceCMCC Foundation - Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 30, 2020
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Researchers at TU Graz are developing new technologies to integrate passive electronic components into three dimensions while ensuring safe multifunctionality. The goal is to create highly integrated components with combined filter and antenna functions for various applications, including 5G systems.
A new USC study finds that the COVID-19 pandemic could result in net losses of $3.2 trillion and up to $4.8 trillion in U.S. Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) over two years. The study's findings depend on factors such as business closures, gradual reopening processes, infection rates, and fatalities.
SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalEconomics of Disasters and Climate Change·DateNov 30, 2020
A new study led by Penn State researchers found a link between the number of times a person gives birth and their physical aging process. The study discovered that people who had few or many births showed signs of quicker biological aging compared to those who had given birth three or four times. The effects were only visible after men...
A Memorial Sloan Kettering study is the first to link gut microbiota to changes in the human immune system. The research used over 10 years of data from more than 2,000 patients undergoing blood stem cell transplants, revealing a unique relationship between microbiota and immune cell concentrations.
SourceMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center·JournalNature·DateNov 30, 2020
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CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.
Recent studies suggest that Chloroquine (CQ) and Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) have shown promise as COVID-19 antiviral agents, particularly in mild to medium severity cases. Prophylaxis with CQ/HCQ has also been supported by pre-clinical studies.
SourceBentham Science Publishers·JournalCoronaviruses·DateNov 30, 2020
Astronomers have detected fast-moving carbon monoxide gas flowing away from a young, low-mass star, which may provide insight into how our own solar system evolved. The gas is thought to be produced from icy comets being vaporised in the star's asteroid belt.
Researchers at Lund University developed an app that predicts Alzheimer's disease risk based on blood biomarker levels, providing a more reliable and accessible early diagnosis method than current cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) analyses.
A new report reveals young people's experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, showing their rights have been marginalised due to lack of access to quality education and healthcare. The study suggests improvements are needed in representation, support, and media portrayal to address the needs of this population.
Researchers from the University of Houston and Toyota Research Institute of North America have developed a new magnesium battery capable of operating at room temperature, delivering power density comparable to lithium-ion batteries. The new cathode and electrolyte enable high-power battery performance previously considered impossible.
SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalNature Energy·DateNov 30, 2020
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A new study published in The Laryngoscope suggests that smell training can improve smell performance in patients with post-viral smell disorders. Participants who underwent smell training showed significant recovery, especially among older individuals who had lost the most amount of smell function.
SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalThe Laryngoscope·DateNov 30, 2020
A recent study by MedUni Vienna found that blood biomarkers for systemic inflammation increase with liver cirrhosis stages, predicting complications in asymptomatic patients. The severity of portal hypertension also correlates with levels of inflammatory markers, increasing mortality risk.
SourceMedical University of Vienna·JournalJournal of Hepatology·DateNov 30, 2020
A three-year grant has been awarded to Montclair State University and Kessler Foundation researchers to explore treatments for long-term memory impairments in individuals with traumatic brain injury. The study aims to develop innovative treatment strategies directed at process-specific remediation of cognitive and neural mechanisms und...
The study found disparities in COVID-19-associated multisystem inflammatory syndrome among children, with higher rates among Hispanic and African American populations. These findings suggest that racial and ethnic disparities exist in the severity of COVID-19 illness in pediatric patients.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateNov 30, 2020
Meta Quest 3 512GB
Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.
A study of over 600 men found that grip strength was associated with hypoxemia-induced reductions in peripheral neural innervation. Sleep apnea was also linked to fat infiltration of muscle and endothelial dysfunction, highlighting the importance of addressing this common sleep problem.
SourceFlinders University·JournalNature and Science of Sleep·DateNov 29, 2020
The team's 'virtual ANC headphone' uses laser-based technology to eliminate the need for users to wear head/ear phones or buds. It significantly reduces ambient noise in both open and enclosed spaces, decreasing distractions and improving work/rest ease.
SourceUniversity of Technology Sydney·JournalScientific Reports·DateNov 29, 2020
TPU scientists have developed an eco-friendly hydrogel for agriculture that retains moisture and fertilizers in soil, degrading into non-toxic products. The new formulation uses natural components like whey protein and alginic acid, reducing the need for freshwater conservation and minimizing fertilizer's harmful effects on the soil.
SourceTomsk Polytechnic University·JournalJournal of Cleaner Production·DateNov 29, 2020
New research from Flinders University confirms men are responding to Instagram influencers' body image and fitness messages, with a high level of response to fitspiration goals. The study found exposure to bare-chested images resulted in lower body satisfaction compared to viewing clothed fashion images or scenery images.
SourceFlinders University·JournalBody Image·DateNov 29, 2020
A KAUST team used an underwater robot to investigate the mesopelagic zone in the Red Sea, where warming waters and oxygen depletion slow organic carbon flow. The study found that most organic carbon is converted back into CO2 by microorganisms within days, with only a small percentage sinking to depths for centuries.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalGlobal Biogeochemical Cycles·DateNov 29, 2020
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Experts urge governments to adopt a more pragmatic, evidence-based approach to COVID-19 infection control in primary schools. They recommend relaxed rules and prioritization of vulnerable children for vaccination and testing, to minimize school closures and its impact on physical and mental health.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalArchives of Disease in Childhood·DateNov 29, 2020
Researchers from RUDN University developed a universal approach to synthesizing thienoindolizine derivatives using two- and three-component thienopyridine reactions. This method allows for the formation of compounds with different functional groups, expanding their potential applications in pharmaceutics and optoelectronics.
SourceRUDN University·JournalChemistrySelect·DateNov 29, 2020
Researchers at the University of Wollongong have developed a new thermoelectric material with record-high conversion efficiency, improving heat-to-electricity conversion by over 60%. The discovery could enable the creation of body-heat powered personal devices, revolutionizing low-maintenance electronics and zero-carbon power generation.
SourceARC Centre of Excellence in Future Low-Energy Electronics Technologies·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·DateNov 28, 2020
Researchers develop a biomaterial that enhances adult stem cell regenerative ability, repairing large bone defects and reducing inflammation. The material incorporates nanoparticles that activate JNK3, a key driver of children's stem cells' regenerative capacity.
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Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.
Researchers found evidence of an export economy based on cash cropping in ancient Greece, primarily through olive cultivation, centuries before the Roman conquest. The study uses pollen records as a new source of quantitative data to measure landscape change and market integration.
SourceMax Planck Institute of Geoanthropology·JournalThe Economic Journal·DateNov 27, 2020
A research team at Friedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena has identified a small ribonucleic acid that influences the antibiotic-resistance of Vibrio cholerae. The protein CrvA plays a crucial role in maintaining cell form and is essential for survival on contact with penicillin.
SourceFriedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 27, 2020
A new study has shed light on the role of p53 target gene Zmat3 in lymphoma and lung cancer development. Researchers found that disabling Zmat3 had little impact on tumor development, suggesting that other proteins may be involved in preventing cancer formation.
SourceUniversitat Pompeu Fabra - Barcelona·JournalCell Death and Disease·DateNov 27, 2020
A £1 million international project is working to create an affordable insect-based porridge using mopane worms, a traditional delicacy in Zimbabwe. The initiative aims to improve the health and nutritional status of primary school children in some of the country's poorest communities.
Research reveals slow-moving bacteria can outcompete fast-moving counterparts due to efficient invasion strategies. The study uses genetics, experiments, and physics to understand the behavior of bacteria on an individual and collective level.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalNature Physics·DateNov 27, 2020
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Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.
Researchers found that the ice masses of East Antarctica could be less stable than thought, and a rise in global sea level threatens coastal areas. The study's findings indicate that the formation of large glaciers in the northern hemisphere contributed to the ice sheet's stability.
SourceHeidelberg University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 27, 2020
A new study finds that mine ponds created by artisanal gold miners have increased the risk of mercury poisoning in Peru's Amazon. The proliferation of these ponds has amplified the environmental and human health risks associated with mercury exposure.
SourceDuke University·JournalScience Advances·DateNov 27, 2020
A new study challenges traditional assumptions about the link between poverty and dishonesty, finding that individuals cheat equally in periods of relative wealth and poverty. Researchers also found that brief social interventions can improve behavior when wealth increases, but have no effect during times of scarcity.
SourceWZB Berlin Social Science Center·JournalGames and Economic Behavior·DateNov 27, 2020
Researchers from Kanazawa University have developed a new procedure to reduce the use of rare metals in pharmaceutical and chemical syntheses. The study found that benzylic organoborates can perform tertiary alkylative cross-coupling reactions without using rare elements, paving the way for a more sustainable chemical industry.
SourceKanazawa University·JournalAngewandte Chemie·DateNov 27, 2020
Research by Lancaster University suggests that lockdown measures may result in avoidable harm for children under 16, as hospital attendances decreased but admissions increased. The study found that fear of COVID-19 and reduced personal thresholds for seeking medical care may have contributed to these findings.
SourceLancaster University·JournalPediatric Emergency Care·DateNov 27, 2020
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The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified barriers to healthcare access for ethnic minority and migrant women, exacerbating existing inequalities. Research highlights the intersectional challenges they face, including racialized medical perceptions and stigma, which can impact healthcare outcomes and treatment.
SourceCity St George’s, University of London·JournalFeminist Legal Studies·DateNov 27, 2020
The UK is facing an uphill battle in meeting its target of halving maternal mortality by 2030 due to increasing social inequalities and health risks. Maternal age, obesity, and caesarean sections are contributing factors. The European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care has highlighted these issues and recommended improvement...
SourceThe European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (ESAIC)·DateNov 27, 2020
Researchers at University of Kansas discover a galaxy 5.25 billion light years away undergoing a rare stage in its life cycle, where an X-ray luminous AGN coexists with high star formation rates. The team found that the galaxy is still generating new stars despite the presence of the active galactic nucleus.