A new study found that active listening by managers can improve employees' sense of personal control over their careers and reduce anxiety about potential job loss. By increasing active listening, managers can create a safe space for workers to verbalize and process their experiences, enabling them to feel more in control and valued.
SourcePenn State·JournalJournal of Occupational Health Psychology·TypeObservational study·DateOct 7, 2021
Curtin University researchers have helped determine the age of the youngest rocks ever found on the Moon, revealing they are approximately two billion years old. This discovery provides new calibration points for cratering chronology, enabling more accurate age dating across planetary surfaces.
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.
A new study reveals that low-income neighborhoods and communities of color in US cities experience higher levels of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) pollution, primarily due to proximity to trucking routes. The disparity is driven by diesel trucks emitting NO2 and other air pollutants.
SourceAmerican Geophysical Union·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·DateOct 7, 2021
The Mars Perseverance rover's on-the-ground views helped UF scientist Amy Williams and the NASA team narrow their search for ancient life. The rock layers revealed familiar patterns matching those seen on Earth, indicating how the delta in Mars' Jezero Crater formed.
SourceUniversity of Florida·JournalScience·DateOct 7, 2021
Researchers at UC San Diego School of Medicine report that children with multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) have normal T cell responses to the COVID-19 virus, contrary to previous hypotheses. This suggests that MIS-C may not be caused by an abnormal immune response to the virus.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalEuropean Journal of Immunology·DateOct 7, 2021
Researcher Jennifer Hurley is using in-vivo experimentation and big data analytics to identify environmental cues that tune the circadian clock's control over metabolism. Her study aims to find genes responsive to environmental signals, such as nutrients, to understand how environment affects sleep-wake cycle.
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.
A study by Nicolò Pernigoni and colleagues found that androgen-producing gut microbes in patients with advanced prostate cancer can lead to sustained tumor growth. Treating these microbes with antibiotics or fecal transplants from sensitive individuals may delay ADT resistance.
SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateOct 7, 2021
A large national study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health found that long-term exposure to permissible concentrations of air pollution increases mortality risk, particularly among elderly people and those living in lower-income areas. The study suggests current air pollution limits are inadequate to protect vulnerable groups.
SourceHarvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health·JournalThe Lancet Planetary Health·TypeObservational study·DateOct 7, 2021
Experts successfully connect quantum computers and sensors on a practical scale, enabling entanglement-based quantum communications. The team demonstrated scalability of entanglement-based protocols across three remote nodes using flexible grid bandwidth provisioning.
SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalPRX Quantum·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
A new study finds that recreational ketamine use has increased in recent years, coinciding with its FDA approval for depression treatment. Despite this rise, the drug remains relatively rare, affecting less than 1% of U.S. teens and adults.
SourceNew York University·JournalAmerican Journal of Public Health·DateOct 7, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to lower routine childhood vaccination rates and a proportion of children up-to-date with vaccinations below pre-pandemic levels. In a surveillance study across six US states, vaccination rates remained lower as of September 2020.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Pediatrics·DateOct 7, 2021
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated plastic pollution, with global waste generation increasing by twice the amount in 2020 compared to 2019. To address this issue, researchers advocate for a transition to novel sustainable practices and technologies, including biodegradable plastics and efficient recycling processes.
SourceCactus Communications·JournalNature Reviews Earth & Environment·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateOct 7, 2021
A phase Ib study found that combining sotorasib, a KRAS G12C inhibitor, with afatinib, a pan-ErbB tyrosine kinase inhibitor, showed antitumor activity in patients with KRAS-mutant non-small cell lung cancer. The combination demonstrated a high disease control rate and improved efficacy compared to prior therapies.
SourceAmerican Association for Cancer Research·DateOct 7, 2021
A new study published in Addiction found that expanding naloxone access laws in the US did not contribute to reductions in perceived risk of heroin use. The research used data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health and found no correlation between naloxone access and perceptions of heroin risk.
SourceSociety for the Study of Addiction·JournalAddiction·TypeObservational study·DateOct 7, 2021
African mammals suffered huge losses around the Eocene-Oligocene boundary, similar to those experienced by European and Asian species. The study used fossil data from multiple sites in Africa to build evolutionary trees for five mammal groups, revealing a drastic extinction event followed by recovery with new adaptations.
SourceDuke University·JournalCommunications Biology·TypeObservational study·DateOct 7, 2021
Meta Quest 3 512GB
Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.
Researchers at Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences have developed an elastomer that is both stiff and tough, resolving the long-standing conundrum in polymer science. The new material has high toughness, strength, and fatigue resistance, making it suitable for applications such as tissue regeneration, bio...
SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalScience·DateOct 7, 2021
Researchers identified a pattern that links the accumulation of amyloid beta (Aβ) proteins with a reduction of serotonin, which may help predict who will develop late-life depression. The study found that individuals expressing this pattern had more severe depressive symptoms.
SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalTranslational Psychiatry·DateOct 7, 2021
Three new academic journals, Environmental Research: Health, Climate, and Ecology, have launched to publish research on Sustainable Development Goals, providing a platform for interdisciplinary studies. The journals offer open access publishing options with rigorous peer review standards.
A new study found that common gut bacteria can drive prostate cancer growth and treatment resistance by providing an alternative source of growth-promoting androgens. Researchers identified specific bacterial 'fingerprints' linked to prostate cancer outcome, which could help identify men who could benefit from strategies to manipulate ...
SourceInstitute of Cancer Research·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
A new study published in Scientific Reports found that respiratory diseases can spread rapidly within wild mountain gorilla groups but are less likely to spread between neighboring groups. The study suggests that strategies preventing initial transmission into a group may be most effective in limiting disease spread.
SourceDian Fossey Gorilla Fund International·JournalScientific Reports·TypeObservational study·DateOct 7, 2021
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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.
Researchers have discovered a new drug target for myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and other hematologic malignancies, which are sensitive to MEK inhibitors. The study found that mutations affecting RNA splicing alter cells to develop MDS and solid tumors, providing a potential new approach to treating this rare blood cancer.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalCancer Discovery·DateOct 7, 2021
Researchers analyzed Chang'e-5 samples and found that the basalt is approximately two billion years old, indicating late volcanic activity on the Moon. This discovery provides calibration for the crater-counting technique used to date lunar surfaces and requires alternative explanations, such as tidal heating.
SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateOct 7, 2021
Researchers from the University of Innsbruck found that Covid-19 pandemic did not completely displace other social and political concerns. Participants in a donation experiment donated more to causes when Covid-19 incidence was high, indicating a correlation between pandemic presence and willingness to donate.
SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalFrontiers in Psychology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
Researchers at Hebrew University developed a novel approach to mapping brain white matter fiber architecture using Nissl staining. The technique, called Nissl-ST, reveals the hidden patterns and organization of glial cells in white matter, opening new avenues for studying brain development, aging, and neurodegenerative diseases.
SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalScience·TypeImaging analysis·DateOct 7, 2021
A new study found that consuming sustainably sourced wild meat instead of domesticated livestock reduces greenhouse gas emissions and retains precious tropical forest systems. This can lead to significant financial incentives for forest conservation through carbon credit revenues, totaling millions of dollars per year.
SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalScientific Reports·DateOct 7, 2021
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.
The CARE Consortium has received $42.65 million in new funding to follow athletes for up to 10 years after concussive injury, examining the impacts of head injuries on brain health. The study aims to validate advanced biomarkers and identify neurobiological pathways contributing to long-term negative consequences.
SourceIndiana University School of Medicine·DateOct 7, 2021
Researchers have characterized five different defect types in perovskite solar cells, revealing that a large proportion of defects release trapped charge carriers. This finding may explain the high efficiencies of MAPI perovskites and paves the way for optimizing these materials with improved stability.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
The Mars rover's images show a complex watery cycle for the lake at Jezero Crater, with steady water flow and dramatic deposits from high-energy floods. The findings help guide the rover's sampling strategy, focusing on rocks that could contain signs of past life.
SourceImperial College London·JournalScience·DateOct 7, 2021
Research by the UOC and UVic-UCC found socio-economic and gender inequalities affecting breakfast habits among adolescents in Spain. Adolescents from less well-off families were more likely to skip breakfast, with 19% of girls and 13% of boys affected.
SourceUniversitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)·JournalNutrients·TypeSurvey·DateOct 7, 2021
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.
Researchers discovered a small RNA molecule that regulates both the production of the cholera toxin and the metabolism of the cholera bacterium. This finding provides a new target for developing treatments against cholera and has implications for biotechnological applications.
SourceFriedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena·JournalThe EMBO Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
A new deep brain stimulation (DBS) method has been developed by researchers using optogenetics and machine learning to target specific neural circuits in the brain. This approach produced long-lasting effects in a mouse model of Parkinson's disease, with therapeutic benefits that lasted on average 4.5-fold longer than conventional DBS.
SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateOct 7, 2021
A new study published in The Lancet Digital Health found a link between screen time and myopia in children and young adults. High levels of smart device exposure increased the risk of short-sightedness by up to 80%, according to researchers at Anglia Ruskin University.
SourceAnglia Ruskin University·JournalThe Lancet Digital Health·TypeLiterature review·DateOct 7, 2021
A phase II clinical trial has shown that the DNA alkylation drug DM-CHOC-PEN improved survival in adolescent and young adult patients with central nervous system cancers. The treatment was well-tolerated, with no severe toxicities observed, and showed potential for combination with other treatments.
SourceAmerican Association for Cancer Research·DateOct 7, 2021
Researchers at Kyushu University developed a new, low-cost seismic monitoring system that can detect changes in pore pressure with greater than 99.99% accuracy. The system uses a small seismic source and distributed acoustic sensing technology to monitor subsurface formations over an extensive area at a relatively low cost.
SourceKyushu University·JournalScientific Reports·DateOct 7, 2021
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.
A survey of US transplant centers found a consensus to remove race-based adjustments from kidney function calculations, but also acknowledged potential harms of dropping the adjustment. The study aims to reduce healthcare disparities and improve patient care.
SourceAmerican Society of Nephrology·JournalClinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology·DateOct 7, 2021
This observational study found that precancer characteristics and postcancer health services are associated with an increased risk of suicidal self-directed violence among US veteran survivors of head/neck cancer. The study highlights the need for comprehensive care and support for these individuals.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery·DateOct 7, 2021
The ACHIEVE GREATER Center aims to reduce cardiometabolic health disparities by implementing a proactive approach using community health workers and pharmacists. The center will use collaborative care, PAL2, to address multiple domains of influence contributing to disparate health outcomes in the Black population.
SourceWayne State University - Office of the Vice President for Research·DateOct 7, 2021
New research in zebrafish reveals the genetic mechanisms behind blue and green color vision loss in human ancestors. By studying gene editing tools and genome sequencing, experts understand how genes are regulated to detect different light wavelengths.
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.
Researchers identified specific mesenchymal stromal cells within the bronchovascular bundle of lungs that play a crucial role in creating scarring through interaction with epithelial cells. These cells are thought to be triggered by immune cell attacks, leading to fibrotic scarring and rejection.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateOct 7, 2021
Shear thickening occurs when particles in a low-viscosity solution behave like a solid under stress. Researchers at North Carolina State University captured microscopic images of particles as they underwent shear thickening, revealing complex networks formed between particles and their shapes dependent on particle roughness.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeImaging analysis·DateOct 7, 2021
A new poll found that more than half of older adults with high-risk health conditions don't check their blood pressure at home or are encouraged to do so. Regular home monitoring can help control blood pressure and reduce risk of death, strokes, and heart attacks.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·TypeSurvey·DateOct 7, 2021
A new study reveals that more than 140,000 US children under age 18 lost a primary or secondary caregiver due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The study shows racial and ethnic disparities in caregiver deaths, with children of minorities accounting for 65% of those who lost a primary caregiver.
SourceNIH/National Institute on Drug Abuse·JournalPEDIATRICS·DateOct 7, 2021
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.
The University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute is part of a $12 million multi-state project to monitor airborne particulate matter. The network will provide data on atmospheric aerosols, allowing scientists to assess and predict their impacts on climate, human health, and ecosystems.
A study published by the American College of Cardiology found a significant inverse relationship between oral health and COVID-19 severity, as well as delayed recovery and increased inflammation in patients with cardiovascular diseases. Researchers recommend maintaining good oral hygiene to prevent or decrease COVID-19 disease severity.
A multicenter study found cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging to be highly accurate in diagnosing and excluding cardiac tumors. The results show that CMR provides prognostic value beyond clinical factors.
SourceUniversity of Minnesota Medical School·JournalEuropean Heart Journal·DateOct 7, 2021
The Perseverance rover's images of the Martian river delta reveal a steady flow of water into an ancient lake about 3.7 billion years ago. The analysis also identifies promising rock layers that could preserve traces of life, if it ever existed on Mars.
SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateOct 7, 2021
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.
Fire tests in Austrian tunnels found that e-vehicles pose a lower risk than conventional cars. However, multistorey car parks and commercial vehicles like e-buses and e-trucks require further investigation. The results provide reassurance for tunnel safety.
SourceGraz University of Technology·TypeCase study·DateOct 7, 2021
Researchers at Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology developed a simple and rapid method to detect amyloid protein in bovine livers using fluorescence fingerprint analysis. This approach allows for quick processing and accurate detection of AA amyloidosis, potentially leading to more efficient diagnostic tools for this disease.
SourceTokyo University of Agriculture and Technology·JournalJournal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
A new project, funded by the National Science Foundation, aims to study the effects of climate change on caribou herds in the Arctic. By partnering with Indigenous conservation managers and agencies, researchers will conduct large-scale ecological analyses using novel modeling techniques and extensive field data.
A recent study reveals that snow buntings maintain their winter-level cold endurance while migrating to the high Arctic, despite a 60% population decline over 45 years. This finding suggests that these birds have an unexpected ability to cope with harsh weather conditions.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Ecology and Evolution·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
Birds learn to associate ragwort flowers with danger and avoid toxic prey by recognizing the plant's distinctive yellow coloration. This behavior enhances their protection against predators.
SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.
A recent study analyzing over 10,000 community births in Washington state between 2015 and 2020 found that planned home births with licensed midwives are as safe as births at a licensed birth center. The research team discovered no increased risk for parents or babies associated with the birth setting.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia·JournalObstetrics and Gynecology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 7, 2021
Over an 80-year period, marketable ear mass in sweet corn hybrids grown at high densities increased by 2.85 tons per acre, while fresh kernel mass and recovery showed minimal changes. Modern hybrids were found to be more suitable for growth at high densities due to their compact plant architecture.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalFrontiers in Plant Science·DateOct 7, 2021
A retrospective cohort study of 27 patients with sarcoma lung metastases found high primary technical success rates for percutaneous image-guided microwave and cryoablation. The treatment modality and tumor location did not affect local progression, and smaller tumors showed lower cumulative incidence of local progression.
SourceAmerican Roentgen Ray Society·JournalAmerican Journal of Roentgenology·TypeObservational study·DateOct 7, 2021
A study published in Science Immunology found that the lung and lymph nodes of COVID survivors store the memory of the infection, which can provide long-term protection against reinfection. The discovery has important implications for designing and administering vaccines to target immune cells in these tissues.
SourceColumbia University Irving Medical Center·JournalScience Immunology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have found a way to make deep brain stimulation (DBS) more precise, resulting in therapeutic effects that outlast what is currently available. The new protocol uses short bursts of electrical stimulation to target specific neuronal subpopulations, providing longer-lasting benefits.
SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalScience·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateOct 7, 2021
A new kind of concrete made from recycled waste materials could significantly reduce the industry's carbon footprint. The calcium carbonate concrete uses captured carbon dioxide and discarded concrete to create a durable and versatile building material.
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalJournal of Advanced Concrete Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
A new study finds that air pollution is responsible for 1.1 million deaths across Africa in 2019, with household air pollution accounting for 700,000 fatalities. The study also reveals that air pollution is costing African countries billions in gross domestic product and hindering the intellectual development of children.
SourceBoston College·JournalThe Lancet Planetary Health·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 7, 2021
Dysfunction in mitochondrial respiration leads to imbalanced extracellular matrix (ECM) and tissue organization in cartilage. Research discovered the respiratory chain plays a key role in maintaining ECM balance.
SourceUniversity of Cologne·JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.
A subpopulation of mesenchymal stem cells expressing CD73 has been identified as crucial for bone regeneration, displaying enhanced proliferation and differentiation capabilities. This subgroup promotes fracture healing by forming new cartilage and bone cells, contributing to the remodeling process.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalBone Reports·DateOct 7, 2021