The Wallenberg Centre for Quantum Technology is doubling its annual budget to SEK 80 million, enabling the development of a more powerful quantum computer. The new funding will focus on improving qubit quality and software, with plans to increase the number of researchers from 60 to 100.
UNIST students won multiple awards at the 2021 Samsung Humantech Paper Award, including the grand prize for Jong Won Oh's work on multimodal holograms. The institute has a strong track record of producing excellent research, with 2 Silver and 5 Bronze awards also given to students.
Scientists detected novel pathogens in colorectal cancer patients near tumors, triggering chronic inflammation that promotes cancer development. BMMFs were more frequently found near malignant tumors than healthy tissue.
A study linking glacier-fed rivers to higher rates of plant material decomposition reveals a major process in the global carbon cycle. The research found that warmer river water temperatures and reduced sediment movement create conditions favourable for fungi growth, leading to increased carbon dioxide release.
A study by researchers at the University of Connecticut and others found that race and stream flow are significant indicators of flood risk behavior in US cities. The models showed two diverging patterns among metro areas, with 'risk-enduring' communities taking less action against flooding after a disaster.
A retrospective study found that folinic acid with fluorouracil improves progression-free and overall survival in metastatic colorectal cancer patients. The combination also shows a clear clinical benefit regardless of RAS mutational status or tumor side. This suggests folinic acid may be a valuable addition to chemotherapy protocols.
A systematic review of autistic people's internet use reveals benefits like increased control and calm during interactions, as well as opportunities for forming online communities. However, findings also suggest some individuals remain lonely despite online connections.
A new probe set has been developed to reconstruct the 470-million-year history of flagellate land plants, including ferns and lycophytes. The probes target variable loci in nuclear DNA, providing a unique perspective on plant evolution and resolving deep phylogenetic relationships.
The bones of a 35-50 year old male, identified as Ajpach' Waal, have shed light on his privileged yet difficult life. He suffered malnutrition or illness as a child but forged alliances between two powerful dynasties, only to die in relative obscurity.
A population-based study found increased prescribing of psychotropic drugs at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, persisting through September 2020. The absolute increases were disproportionate to expected trends and distinct from other drug prescriptions during the pandemic.
The Masonic Medical Research Institute has developed a novel technique for isolating brown fat cells, which can help study the relationship between brown fat cells and other cell types. This breakthrough could lead to better understanding of diseases and generate innovative cures and treatments.
Research from University of Florida finds community banks play a vital role in helping small businesses access Paycheck Protection Program funding, providing faster response times and more loans per dollar of deposits. Community bank focus on personal ties with customers enables quicker decision-making and higher loan volumes.
The Antarctic peninsula is expected to experience significant warming over the next two decades, with temperatures rising by 0.5 to 1.5 degrees Celsius by 2044. Precipitation in the region is also projected to increase by 5% to 10%, posing a threat to the ice shelves and glaciers that cover it.
Scientists from Japan's Institute for Molecular Science have created a new recipe for stable radical-based coordination polymers, which have potential applications in electronics and spintronics. The materials exhibit photoluminescence properties and can be produced using different metal ions or complexes.
A new study examined the impact of Seattle's $15 minimum wage on public safety, finding little evidence of a change in violent or property crimes. Despite initial concerns, the study suggests that the higher wage did not compromise public safety, at least in the short run.
Researchers studying quantum materials aim to design new materials with novel thermal properties, potentially enhancing energy efficiency in devices. Sheila Edalatpour's work may lead to breakthroughs in thermophotovoltaic waste heat recovery, electronic devices, and thermal diodes.
A study found that children exposed to abuse before age 11 and those exposed to both childhood and adolescence are more likely to develop conduct problems. The early-onset persistent group developed conduct problems in childhood, while the adolescence-onset group developed them in adolescence.
Scientists at Empa and ETH Zurich create piezoelectric wood by dissolving lignin using a biological process, resulting in an elastic material that generates a voltage when deformed. The technology has potential applications as a sensor or electricity-generating floor, and researchers are exploring its industrial feasibility.
Researchers aim to enhance youths' experiences with maker programs, focusing on failure support and adaptive professional development for informal educators.
Recent studies suggest that postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by elevated inflammatory markers and autoantibodies. Researchers have documented significant elevations of five inflammatory markers in patients with POTS, similar to those seen in other autoimmune disorders.
Researchers at 48Hour Discovery will screen billions of peptides to identify hit compounds for pharmaceutical giant Merck. The two-year project aims to accelerate drug development and address unmet medical needs.
A randomized trial of telemedicine versus office-based follow-up after arthroscopic meniscal surgery found equivalent patient satisfaction scores between the two groups. Patients using telemedicine for postoperative follow-up had similar pain scores and complication rates as those making in-person visits.
Researchers have developed an automated silicon-substrate ultra-microtome to improve the speed and quality of brain neural connection reconstruction. The device reduces manual collection skill requirement and ensures high-quality imaging without post-processing operations.
A study led by University of California, Davis found that invasive European green crabs increased 30-fold after 90% were removed from a California estuary. The explosion was due to cannibalization of younger individuals by adult decapod crustacea.
A new study finds that combining urban development and climate change caused by greenhouse gases will increase extreme precipitation over future US metropolitan regions. Cities like Atlanta, Denver, Phoenix, and Houston are vulnerable to flooding due to these twin forcing agents of environmental change.
A cohort study found that switching from TDF to TAF-containing ART was associated with significant weight increases, obesity, and rising blood lipid levels in people living with HIV. The study suggests individualized preference for TAF over TDF should be accompanied by repeated assessment of cardiometabolic risk factors.
Researchers discover histone-lysine N-methyltransferase (NSD3) as a main driver of squamous cell carcinoma lung cancer. Targeting NSD3 could improve treatment and survival rates.
A novel HIPK2 isoform is identified that promotes YAP/TEAD transcriptional activity in non-small cell lung cancer cells. The study suggests that this isoform may play an oncogenic role in NSCLC and could be a potential therapeutic target.
A study by Rice University found that increased internet-access spending in Texas public schools led to improved graduation rates, higher numbers of students meeting SAT/ACT criterion, and better performance in math, reading, writing, and social studies. However, it also resulted in higher disciplinary problems at schools.
The study uses a generative adversarial network to classify Alzheimer's disease with improved accuracy. The model learns from low- and high-quality brain images, generating images of better quality that predict disease status more accurately than traditional models.
Researchers found that marketplace literacy education improved psychological wellbeing, consumer confidence, and entrepreneurial behavior among 1,000 people in 34 remote villages. Those with limited access to marketplaces benefited most from the education.
A six-session video-feedback programme has been shown to significantly reduce behaviour problems in children as young as 12 months old. The programme provides tailored support for parents of 'at-risk' children, helping them build on positive moments and respond to cues that promote positive engagement and behaviours.
A recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that preterm birth rates in Tennessee declined by 14% during the COVID-19 pandemic, primarily attributed to lower late preterm infant births. The study suggests that stay-at-home orders may have contributed to this reduction.
A team of Brown University computer scientists has devised a way to implement a national gun registry that protects privacy and allows counties to control their data. The proposed system uses advanced encryption and decentralized data control, allowing authorized users to search the database without decrypting it.
Researchers at Kumamoto University found that ketogenesis maintains mitochondrial function, preventing excessive acetylation and fatty liver development. This discovery may lead to future therapies for protecting mitochondria and organs in newborns and individuals with nutritional deficiencies.
Researchers at the University of Science and Technology of China and Tsinghua University successfully implement a five-qubit quantum error correcting code using superconducting qubits. They achieve high fidelity logical state preparation with an average value of 98.6%, verifying the viability of experimental realization of quantum erro...
A comprehensive analysis of biomarker testing reveals substantial variation in test utilization and treatment outcomes for stage IV NSCLC patients. Whole-genome sequencing may streamline diagnostic workflows and reduce complexity, but its cost-effectiveness remains uncertain.
A study at The Mount Sinai Hospital found that a specific epigenetic modification, H3K79me2, mediates the lasting effects of early-life stress on adult stress vulnerability. A small-molecule inhibitor of this enzyme reversed increased susceptibility to lifelong stress in animal models.
Scientists from the NANOGrav Collaboration detected very low-frequency gravitational waves with potential implications for dark matter research. The signals are consistent with phase transitions in the early universe and extremely light axion-like particles, considered promising candidates for dark matter.
The LAMOST survey has identified 1534 low-α metal-rich member stars of the Gaia-Sausage-Enceladus galaxy, challenging previous understanding of the merging process. The newly discovered component extends from a previously detected metal-poor region and suggests that these stars were formed during subsequent evolution.
Researchers found that exotic metallic materials exhibit poor electrical conductivity due to tiny amounts of impurities or defects. These defects cause electrons to remain localized, hindering current flow at low frequencies, but allowing it at high frequencies.
Researchers found that 42% of detained immigrants had chronic conditions and faced disrupted healthcare upon entering facilities. The study highlights the need for government action to reduce reliance on immigration detention, citing concerns over COVID-19 infection risks.
Researchers have made groundbreaking discoveries about the formation of galaxies and stars using data from the Atacama Cosmology Telescope. By analyzing microwave observations, they found that only a small percentage of gas in galaxies (about 10%) is turned into stars, shedding light on why galaxy formation remains inefficient.
A recent study found that European summer droughts since 2015 exceed anything in the past 2,100 years, with climate change and jet stream changes likely causing this anomaly. The researchers analyzed tree-ring stable isotopes to reconstruct summer climate conditions over 2,110 years.
Researchers analyzed online requests from people who use drugs in Russia and found that online platforms provide essential support and services. The study highlights the effectiveness of remote work in reducing harm and increasing help-seeking behavior among individuals with problematic drug use.
Researchers found that Center-right MEPs became less cohesive in voting for resolutions protecting EU fundamental values between 2009 and 2019. The analysis shows a sharp increase in the tendency of EPP MEPs to support these resolutions over time, but during 2011-2019, they had below-average cohesion compared to others.
A study published in Neuron reveals that the brain learns from subconscious visual stimuli through the activation of dopamine-producing cells. The discovery has significant implications for developing targeted therapies for conditions like Parkinson's disease and improving brain plasticity in situations such as trauma or ageing.
Researchers at POSTECH have developed an on-demand drug delivery system that utilizes organic photovoltaic cells and upconversion nanoparticles to convert near-infrared light into visible light, allowing for controlled drug release in medical devices.
Researchers developed a new cancer immunotherapy that uses engineered T cells to target a genetic alteration common among all cancers. The approach stimulates an immune response against cells with the loss of one gene copy, called loss of heterozygosity (LOH), and has shown promising results in laboratory studies and mouse models.
Renal fibrosis, a leading cause of kidney failure, has been linked to telomere shortening. Researchers found that short telomeres exacerbate epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition, promoting pathological scarring of kidney tissue. They propose treating renal fibrosis by lengthening telomeres and restoring normal gene expression.
Research suggests that maternal exercise during pregnancy can prevent the transmission of metabolic diseases from parent to child. The study found that maternal exercise only during pregnancy completely blocked the negative effects of either mother's or father's obesity on the offspring.
A recent study published in Annals of Surgery found that antibiotic-only treatment for acute uncomplicated appendicitis resulted in high recurrence rates and inferior quality of life. In contrast, surgical intervention delivered better outcomes, including a significantly improved quality of life score.
Scientists have identified three novel bacterial strains on the International Space Station (ISS) that could aid in growing crops in space. The strains, including a previously undiscovered species, possess genetic determinants for promoting plant growth under stressful conditions.
Researchers found that ring-tailed lemurs can detect ripe cantaloupe from a distance of up to 56 feet using their sense of smell. The study demonstrates the first time primates track distant smells carried by wind.
Distinguished Professor Sang Il Seok was recognized for his record-breaking efficiency of next-generation perovskite solar cells. Professor Jong-Beom Baek was elected a 2021 Fellow of KAST in engineering field for successfully achieving mass production of graphene.
DeepBAR, a new machine learning-based technique, quickly calculates binding affinities between drug candidates and their targets, offering a faster and more efficient approach to drug discovery and protein engineering. The approach yields precise calculations nearly 50 times faster than previous methods.
Researchers find fossilized plant structures at the bottom of a 4560-foot-deep ice core, indicating that most of Greenland was ice-free within the last million years. The discovery highlights the vulnerability of the Greenland ice sheet to climate warming and sea-level rise, posing a significant threat to coastal cities worldwide.
Researchers discovered microRNA-4287 inhibits prostate cancer's progression and metastasis, leading to increased cell cycle arrest. The study found miR-4287 specifically targets SLUG and CD44, suggesting a potential diagnostic and therapeutic tool against advanced prostate cancer.
Researchers at the University of Gothenburg found that free fatty acids in the blood trigger insulin release even at normal blood-sugar levels, contradicting the long-held hypothesis. The study suggests that obesity and excess fat tissue contribute to increased FFAs, which may be an early sign of incipient type 2 diabetes.
Golfers Against Cancer funds three CU Cancer Center researchers: Matthew Sikora studying genetic predispositions to ovarian cancer, Jamie Studts exploring lung cancer screening access, and Jenna Sopfe developing a standardized approach to sexual dysfunction in pediatric cancer survivors.