The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the decline of coal power generation by reducing electricity demand and increasing costs. Global CO2 emissions from the power sector decreased significantly in 2020 and are likely to remain low due to ongoing investments in renewable energy.
Researchers found that climate change contributes to longer and more severe pollen seasons in the US, affecting respiratory health and viral infections. Pollen counts increased by 21% between 1990 and 2018, with a significant impact on allergy sufferers.
A digital personality change intervention targeting behavioral changes, psychoeducation, self-reflection, and progress feedback significantly improved trait changes for participants wanting to increase traits. These findings suggest that personality traits can be altered through interventions in nonclinical samples.
Researchers found paracetamol alone is superior to high-dose NSAID alone for posttraumatic extremity pain. A study published in Academic Emergency Medicine shows taking paracetamol as a first-line therapy can effectively manage mild to moderate post-traumatic extremity pain after discharge from the emergency department.
Dr. Anthony Fauci is being recognized for his significant contributions to science and medicine, particularly in the fields of immunology and infectious diseases. He has made numerous groundbreaking research discoveries and has been a key figure in shaping public policy during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Researchers sent take-at-home tests to patients overdue for screenings, increasing completion rates by nearly 20% compared to traditional reminders. The intervention cost just $150 per patient, a critical factor for sustainability in community health centers.
Research reveals microglia's essential role in refining auditory pathways, even when pruning is delayed. Without microglia, connections between neurons don't fully mature, leading to impaired hearing.
Researchers create a new platform for valleytronics by combining ferromagnets and twisted graphene layers, enabling the manipulation of electrons' 'valley' property. This opens up a new realm of correlated twisted valleytronics with potential applications in topological quantum computing.
Researchers have discovered a temporary bright spot in the decline of nitrogen oxides, byproducts of combustion, across the north equatorial part of Africa. The decline is linked to a decrease in dry-season fires managed land practices, as well as increasing population densities and urban emissions.
A new MIT study found that the brain rapidly transfers a memory of an object from one hemisphere to the other when it shifts across our field of view. This process allows us to maintain control over our environment and react to changing situations with volitional control.
Researchers found a significant shift towards virtual care during the COVID-19 pandemic, with 71.1% of all visits being virtual, compared to 1.2% before the pandemic. The study also revealed that older and sicker Ontarians maintained higher levels of care, despite overall decreases in primary care visits.
Gary S. May has received the 2021 AAAS Lifetime Mentor Award for his three-decade career as a professor of computer engineering and university administrator. He founded numerous programs to support underrepresented minority STEM students, mentoring over 100 Ph.D. candidates who are now leading positions in academia and industry.
Researchers found higher expression of genes critical for SARS-CoV-2 entry and immune response, increasing risk of severe illness and late-onset complications. People with Down syndrome may benefit from early vaccination to mitigate these risks.
Researchers found that caffeine exposure in utero is linked to changes in brain structure and function, particularly in white matter tracks. This study suggests that high caffeine intake during pregnancy may contribute to behavioral issues in children, highlighting the need for further research and guidance on safe caffeine limits.
Researchers found that some coronaviruses can incorporate host genes, such as CD200, to prevent excessive inflammation and prolong infection duration. This evolutionary strategy allows viruses to multiply and spread more effectively.
Researchers identified lithium hydride (LiH) as a dominant compound in anode breakdown during lithium metal batteries (LMBs), which can be reversed by increasing temperature. The discovery offers hope to enhance battery life without size increase or cost.
Researchers found that deforestation for large-scale commodity farms leads to decreased rainfall rates and higher surface temperatures compared to small-scale farms. Temperature increases range from 1.05 to 3.06 °C in deforested lands dominated by commodity farms.
Scientists have created a novel 3D-printable material, bottlebrush polymers, which exhibits unusual softness and elasticity resembling human tissue. This breakthrough enables the creation of high-sensitivity electronic devices and biomimetic tissue with improved stability.
A study published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health found low SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence rates among French daycare children, indicating minimal transmission within daycare centers. The rate of infection was approximately 3.7%, with positive cases likely infected by an adult household member.
A study found that bariatric surgery leads to greater weight loss in patients with a heightened perception of sweetness and lower hedonic hunger. Changes in sweet intensity perception were associated with the magnitude of weight loss, while pleasantness had no correlation.
Researchers studied iodine oxoacid formation from ocean vapors, finding rapid conversion to aerosol particles that affect climate and human health. Iodic acid was identified as a key vapor, while iodous acid played a stabilizing role in neutral particle formation.
Researchers found modest differences in gene expression between individuals with a mental disorder and those without, but more pronounced differences in transcript levels. The study identifies specific transcripts associated with each disorder, providing insights into their distinctness and potential treatment responses.
A new study suggests that increasing CO2 levels in oceans may slow tropical fish's expansion into cooler, temperate waters. The research found that elevated CO2 reduced sea urchin numbers, leading to a decrease in urchin barrens and an increase in turf algal cover.
A new study finds that swapping car travel for walking, cycling, and e-biking just one day a week can save up to a quarter of personal CO2 emissions from transport. Active transport reduces carbon footprints in cities, even in those with high walking and cycling rates.
A study of almost 26 million articles found citation rates increased for the top 1%, with Australasian and Western European universities gaining ground on US dominance. Global citation inequality rose over two decades.
Businesses are increasingly required to assess their vulnerability to climate change, but complex climate models pose a challenge for risk assessment and decision-making. A paradigm shift is needed to elevate climate modeling to operational weather forecasting level, providing tangible value to businesses.
A nationwide study aims to better understand the intersection of COVID-19 and cancer, examining long-term outcomes and treatment protocols. The research hopes to identify key factors that make certain patients more prone to severe COVID-19 infections.
A Korean research team developed a wearable sensor that can detect illegal drugs in sweat using nanomaterials technology, enabling fast and highly sensitive drug detection. The technology overcomes traditional methods' limitations and has the potential to address social problems related to drug distribution and abuse.
Researchers discovered that amphipods can close their claws in under 0.01% of a second, generating high-energy water jets and audible pops. The tiny creatures' fast movements defy physics laws, with potential applications for engineers and designers.
A study of over 100,000 patients found a significant drop in asthma attack rates during the first Covid-19 lockdown, with milder attacks being reduced, but potential biases due to hospitalization data. The results suggest lower air pollution and fewer cold and flu infections may have played a role in the observed decrease.
Vaccines against diseases like influenza and whooping cough have shown to be lifesaving when administered during pregnancy. Pregnant women are at increased risk of preterm birth or pregnancy loss if they develop severe COVID-19, highlighting the need for guidance on vaccine administration.
The global COVID19 pandemic may be an opportunity to rethink sustainable tourism's impact on Mediterranean beaches. Researchers found that 80% of marine litter comes from tourists' activities, generating huge amounts of microplastics.
A significant link between placental gene-expression loci and neonatal brain volume was found, with stronger correlations in males than females. Early life complications may exacerbate the risk of neurodevelopmental illness in individuals with schizophrenia-associated genetic markers.
Regional disparities exist in responses of secondary pollutants to emission reductions, especially fine particulate matter and ozone. Ozone shows rising signals in most areas, but declining signal exists in North America despite reduced nitrogen oxides.
A study published in Current Psychology found that both positive and negative childhood experiences can manifest as anxiety or other mental health disorders in adulthood. Researchers believe adaptability plays a key role in determining adult mental health.
Researchers at Tomsk Polytechnic University successfully measured a spectral line width of less than 0.01 percent using high-precision spectrometry equipment, revealing approximately 8,000 coherently radiating sources in the super-radiant regime.
Researchers discovered pancreatic beta cells secrete miR-29 family members to promote insulin resistance and enhance hepatic glucose output. This finding reveals a new mechanism linking obesity-induced insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes's pathogenesis.
A team at Tokyo Metropolitan University studied liquid foams and found that bubble movement was qualitatively different depending on the range of bubble sizes present. They discovered a 'relaxation' phenomenon where bubbles rearranged themselves to reach a new stable state, leading to unique correlated motion observed in hexagonal foams.
Researchers have discovered that non-teleost ray-finned fishes possess genetic traits similar to those of lobe- and ray-finned fishes, including limb development and respiratory systems. These findings provide crucial insights into the water-to-land transition during vertebrate evolution.
A team of Chinese scientists, led by Professor Jianping Huang, developed the Global Prediction System of the COVID-19 Pandemic (GPCP) to predict the spread of the disease. The GPCP combines epidemiological data and models using advanced algorithms, achieving better results than traditional methods.
The Ramanujan Machine generates mathematical conjectures without proof, imitating Ramanujan's intuition using AI and computer automation. It has already produced known formulas for pi, Euler's number, and other constants, as well as several unknown conjectures.
A new technique developed by Brown University researchers reveals the forces involved at the cellular level during biological tissue formation and growth processes. The technique makes use of cell-sized spheres made from a highly compliant polymer material, which can be placed in laboratory cultures of tissue-forming cells.
Researchers mapped regions with high numbers of undersized fish and crustaceans, which are typically discarded due to size limits. This helps identify areas for fishing restrictions to ensure more sustainable fisheries and conservation efforts.
Researchers from Ural Federal University have developed a novel sol-gel method to synthesize high-purity zircon, a crucial material for storing and disposing of radioactive waste. The synthesized zircon can also be used as a reference sample in mineralogical studies, thanks to its unusual properties.
Carnegie Mellon University chemists have discovered that iodic acids can rapidly form aerosol particles in the atmosphere, driving cloud growth. This process has significant implications for climate change, as clouds play a crucial role in regulating Earth's temperature.
A study from Columbia University suggests that cells used to study the human blood-brain barrier in labs aren't what they seem. The researchers discovered a possible way to correct the error, raising hopes for creating a more accurate model for studying certain neurological diseases and developing drugs.
A new study found that a vegan diet is more effective than the Mediterranean diet for improving health markers and boosting weight loss. Participants who followed a low-fat vegan diet lost an average of 6 kg and had significant reductions in visceral fat, total and LDL cholesterol levels.
Researchers from Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology create self-repairing polymer to stabilize silicon anode capacity, paving way for more durable Li-ion batteries. The coating prevents SEI formation and enhances stability, allowing for improved performance over 300 cycles.
A new IU study reveals that women, younger individuals, those with lower education levels, and people of color are disproportionately affected by the pandemic. The research found significant disparities in economic hardship, including food insecurity, unemployment, and housing issues among historically disadvantaged groups.
A clinical study led by Dr. Jordan Feld showed that peginterferon-lambda can significantly speed up recovery for COVID-19 outpatients, with patients who received the treatment being over four times more likely to clear the infection within seven days. The study also found quicker improvement of respiratory symptoms in the treatment group.
A study published in Frontiers in Systems Neuroscience found that audiovisual professionalisation causes a decrease in eyeblink rate and impacts brain rhythms among media professionals. This research has implications for occupational health strategies and the design of consumption strategies for videos.
A recent human study found that consuming grapes protected against ultraviolet (UV) skin damage by increasing resistance to sunburn and reducing markers of UV damage. The study attributed these beneficial effects to the natural components polyphenols in grapes, which may act as an edible sunscreen offering additional protection.
Scientists at OIST have developed a new nanostructure that improves the silicon anode in lithium-ion batteries, increasing its charge capacity and lifespan. The vaulted structure formed by depositing silicon atoms on metallic nanoparticles increases the strength and structural integrity of the anode.
Cells form 'lockdown' strategy by slowing down gene activity when stressed, allowing resources to be diverted for crisis response. NELF protein condensation plays key role in this process.
Researchers at USC have developed a method to create single photons from quantum dots arranged in a precise pattern, paving the way for the production of optical circuits. This breakthrough has potential applications in quantum communication, imaging, sensing, and computation.
A new study published in the European Heart Journal reveals that COVID-19 is associated with higher mortality rates from cardiac arrest. The research found divergent differences in mortality rates among various patient groups, including women already receiving inpatient care at the time of their cardiac arrest.
A new paper by MIT researchers suggests that many banking crises create long-term macroeconomic damage, regardless of whether they involve panics or not. The study found that a 30% decline in bank equity predicts a 2.7% drop in real GDP after three years, even without a panic.
The Galej group has discovered the structure and arrangement of the proteins comprising Integrator's catalytic core, revealing a network of multiple subunits interacting with each other. This complex is involved in the transcription attenuation process and plays a crucial role in regulating gene expression.
Experts recommend improving air quality in classrooms using HEPA filters and portable units, similar to the airline industry's strategy. Keeping doors open is also suggested as a temporary solution until feasibility studies are conducted.
The study presents a model to study intervertebral disc degeneration using experimental knowledge and network modelling solutions. The in-silico model predicts risk factors such as metabolic problems and deregulation of the inflammatory system that can affect the nutrition and functionality of the disc cells.