A new study by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine found that injured women are half as likely as men to receive the life-saving drug TXA, despite the treatment being equally effective regardless of sex. The study highlights a significant disparity in trauma care, with clinicians needing clearer guidance to reduce bias.
A new study finds that age-specific risk factors for dementia differ across various age groups. People around age 55 are more likely to develop dementia if they have diabetes or high blood pressure, while those in their 70s with a history of stroke and diabetes are at higher risk. The study's findings suggest that using age-specific ri...
The new recommendations from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine outline a comprehensive approach to managing mastitis, including conservative care, psychosocial support, and medical interventions. The protocol aims to improve outcomes for nursing mothers and their infants.
Researchers at Institute of Physics Chinese Academy have discovered new zirconium polyhydrides that exhibit superconductivity with a high transition temperature (Tc) of ~71 K. The compounds can be synthesized under high pressure conditions and may lead to the discovery of new superconducting materials.
The newly published oat genome sequence provides insights into its health benefits and breeding potential. The hexaploid genome contains genes linked to human health and nutrition, supporting oat safety in gluten-free diets.
The NIAID has awarded $577 million to establish nine Antiviral Drug Discovery Centers to develop candidate COVID-19 antivirals. The centers will conduct innovative research to identify novel viral targets and develop small molecules and biotherapeutics to block viral targets.
A Japanese study found that older patients are significantly more likely to become long-haulers compared to those aged 40 and below, with persistent symptoms affecting over half of participants at a median of 29 days after onset. Long-haul COVID-19 was also associated with psychological distress, stigma, and discrimination.
A long-term international study found tropical tree mortality has doubled in Australia's rainforests over the past 35 years, with average tree death rates increasing by half. The research suggests the main driver is the increasing drying power of the atmosphere due to global warming.
In the species Isodontia harmandi, siblings regularly consume each other to ensure access to their mother's food resources. This unique behavior is observed in communal brood cells, where siblings compete for limited resources.
A multicenter trial found that brensocatib did not reduce clinical deterioration or mortality in severe COVID-19 patients. However, a sub-study revealed an anti-inflammatory effect of DPP1 inhibition on neutrophil protease enzymes, which may be beneficial for treating bronchiectasis.
A study in a mouse model found that viral infections during pregnancy can affect the mother's brain and disrupt maternal care behavior after birth. The research team identified structural, molecular, and functional changes in the brains of mothers with viral-like immune activation.
A minimally invasive device combined with molecular biomarkers has shown a 90% success rate in detecting esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, the predominant subtype of esophageal cancer. Early detection is crucial to improve survival rates, as symptoms often become apparent too late for effective treatment.
A study analyzing reviews of therapeutic interventions found that certain types of early therapies can promote communication and social interactions in young children with autism. However, the quality of evidence was often limited, leaving families to navigate different approaches.
A panel of 15 experts reached consensus on 69 statements related to using diet as a primary intervention to achieve diabetes remission. The expert consensus statement emphasizes the effectiveness of whole, plant-based foods in achieving remission without medications or procedures.
The SNMMI Annual Meeting will focus on precision medicine, developing new diagnostic methods and treatments for cancers, brain diseases, and cardiac conditions. The event will feature breaking news and research in nuclear medicine and molecular imaging.
Researchers used TACC supercomputers to evaluate latest severe weather forecast tools, testing their performance in real-world settings. The goal was to improve snowfall forecasts and determine optimal model combinations to predict various winter weather aspects.
The article proposes a new framework for understanding the hallmarks of cancer and aging, highlighting their shared underlying principles. Dr. Blagosklonny's hyperfunction theory arranges these hallmarks in a hierarchical structure, revealing common signaling pathways involved in both aging and cancer.
A Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center study uses comprehensive sequencing to identify at least one additional cancer-associated oncogenic variant in 54% of pediatric patients. The approach refines analysis to be accomplished in a few days, making precision medicine more inclusive for rare cancers.
Snap Inc has endowed a professorship at TU Graz to develop visionary software methods in camera technology and explore new approaches to visual information processing. The professorship will pursue new application ideas for mixed reality, including the fusion of photos with computer-generated content.
A major study explores biases against women, minorities, and Indigenous knowledges in Australian history on Wikipedia. The research aims to improve representation and make the platform more equitable.
A team of archaeologists has uncovered evidence of ancient rice cultivation at the Hanjing site in China, dating back over 8000 years. The discovery suggests that rice was cultivated and domesticated in the region more than 4,000 years earlier than previously thought.
Researchers at Penn Medicine have developed an imaging agent that detects cancer cells in real-time during biopsies, offering promise for earlier and more accurate diagnoses. The technology, known as NIR-nCLE, uses a combination of near-infrared tracers and confocal laser endomicroscopy to identify microscopic cancer cells.
Researchers at the University of São Paulo developed a natural antioxidant from unripe acerola, replacing banned synthetic additive TBHQ. The antioxidant microparticles were found to be effective in a range of applications, including food products and cosmetics, without affecting color, flavor or odor.
Researchers from Korea Maritime and Ocean University have developed a way to synthesize high-performance functionally graded materials with minimized defects. By controlling the mixing gradient of component materials, they improved mechanical properties and eliminated interfacial cracks.
Analysis of 136,000 films and TV shows reveals increased mentions of STEM, arts, sports, and entertainment occupations, while manual labor and military professions have decreased. The study provides insights into media depictions of professions over time.
Researchers uncover unique cremation site in Adige Valley, Italy, suggesting complex funerary rituals. Cremated remains were intentionally left in situ for multiple generations.
A research team discovered that an excessive number of thromboxane A2 receptors in blood vessel cells hinders the formation of new blood vessels, leading to vascular and cardiovascular diseases. The finding offers a promising biomarker for treatment and potential therapeutic benefits from blocking the receptor's action.
A survey of Seattle area college students reveals that four-year college students drink nearly twice as much alcohol as their community college peers, while using marijuana nearly twice as often. The study suggests that perceptions of peer use may play a role in these differences.
Researchers evaluated various vaccination, testing, and surveillance measures to control Omicron variant spread on a university campus. The study found that routine surveillance and vaccination efforts were effective in reducing case numbers and hospitalizations.
Researchers at USC have developed an innovative treatment for prostate cancer, known as synthetic immune receptor (SIR-T) therapy, which has shown promising results in preclinical studies. The new technology was adapted from CAR-T therapy and aims to revolutionize the treatment of not only prostate cancer but also other cancers.
A new membrane stabilizes lithium electrodes by regulating the ion electrodeposition process, leading to improved battery performance. The study demonstrates a significant step towards developing safer and more efficient lithium metal batteries.
Researchers develop system to measure power distribution between sexes in animals, finding females rule in some species, with reproductive control as common thread. The study proposes a new framework to quantify intersexual power relationships across mammalian societies.
A protocol-based potassium supplementation strategy resulted in a longer time to the first peritonitis episode and a lower hazard ratio of peritonitis compared to reactive supplementation. This approach also improved PD-related outcomes by significantly reducing the risk of peritonitis.
A new study published in Science Advances reveals that the environmental stress of too much water wipes out the plant growth benefits of higher CO2 levels. Rising sea levels have caused the effects of increased CO2 to disappear in a 33-year field experiment, highlighting the critical need for conservation and adaptation efforts.
Researchers conducted wave-optics simulations to study the impact of turbulence on light beams, finding that branch point density grows non-linearly with grid resolution. The study's results could lead to more accurate modeling and improved performance in Adaptive Optics systems.
Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital developed two approaches to repair tumor blood vessels, alleviating hypoxia and improving chemotherapy's effectiveness. Combining these approaches may create a more powerful anti-cancer strategy.
The oat genome has been fully sequenced, revealing key genes responsible for its health-promoting properties, including beta-glucans that reduce cholesterol and alleviate metabolic diseases. This breakthrough enables targeted breeding for more nutritious and sustainable oats.
Researchers at KIST developed a technology to create tunable and controllable cell-like 3D shapes on a silicon substrate. The artificial cell membrane can be kept stable for over 50 days, making it essential for life science research and biosensor applications.
A recent SFU study found that 79% of Vancouver residents have access to a grocery store within a 15-minute walk, while 99% can reach one via cycling. However, there are inequities in access across populations and neighbourhoods, disproportionately affecting children, older adults, and racialized populations.
A new study published in BMC Psychiatry found that negative metacognitions and brooding are key factors in persistent depressive symptoms among young people. Metacognitive therapy can help individuals control these patterns and overcome self-reinforcing thought processes.
A nationwide study of 100 million hospitalizations found that percutaneous coronary intervention is safe and increasing among cancer patients. The study suggests that PCI can nearly double from 2016 to 2018 among patients with thrombocytopenia, without significantly increasing mortality.
A new analysis reveals a decline in physical violence and a rise in symbolic violence among NBA players. Symbolic violence is framed as harmless by commentators, contributing to its increasing prevalence.
Researchers at NIMS developed a new material processing technique inspired by kirigami to enhance local cooling/heating performance in plastics. This technology may be used to develop thermal management technologies in flexible electronics.
A new weight-loss intervention has been developed to target the instinctive desire to eat, particularly in individuals who struggle with resisting food cues. The Regulation of Cues program trains individuals to use natural hunger cues, reinforces tolerance of cravings, and inhibits urges to eat palatable foods when not physically hungry.
The study identified a specific methylation signature, TCF7, which predicts the presence of anti-tumor T cells and patient outcomes. The findings suggest that determining immunoepignomic status through tumor-based expression quantitative trait methylation screening could allow for accurate prediction of patient outcomes.
A new study found that white students are more likely to receive special education for higher-status disabilities than Black and Latinx students. Boys are also more likely to receive special education than girls. These disparities are attributed to biases in how teachers observe and interpret student difficulties.
A UK survey found that much of the public value of academic research is overlooked in official 'impact' assessments. Researchers use social media to engage with their audience, often through ongoing feedback loops and collaborations, but these are not accounted for in the current system.
A new study reveals that rating agencies' self-fulfilling rankings can lead to increased investment and policy changes. The research suggests that these agencies serve a useful coordinating function but also highlights the potential for misuse of power.
A new study found that genetics and environmental influences both contribute to socioeconomic status's impact on the brain, with different effects on various brain regions. The research used the UK Biobank dataset to analyze nearly 24,000 individuals and identified specific brain regions related to socioeconomic status.
A recent study reveals that nearly half of SARS-CoV-2 variants contain the same three mutations, which together improve the virus's ability to infect human cells and evade the immune system. The combination of K417, E484, and N501 mutations enhances viral fitness by balancing positive and negative selection pressures.
Researchers found Madagascar's tree losses occurred internally in forests without landscape-scale fires, suggesting medium to large fires did not cause high rates of tree loss. Fire is declining across tropical grassy ecosystems globally, including on Madagascar, with major implications for ecosystems.
A new combination therapy using a tumor-suppressing lipid molecule and an antibody for cytotoxic T-lymphocyte antigen 4 has been shown to significantly slow tumor growth and enhance the strength of tumor-attacking T cells in liver cancer. This promising approach offers hope for patients with limited treatment options.
A Kaiser Permanente study found that culturally tailored lifestyle coaching can help Black adults with hypertension improve their blood pressure control, leading to long-term benefits. The coaching program resulted in better blood pressure control compared to usual care and enhanced medication management programs.
A new robotic system has shown promising results in treating early-stage prostate cancer with high accuracy and low complication rates. The KangDuo Surgical Robot-01 is a feasible, safe, and effective alternative to current surgical robots, offering improved comfort levels for surgeons.
A team of scientists has developed a method to extract precious metals like gold and platinum-group metals from electronic waste using the Picasso pigment, Prussian blue. This technique shows promise in improving the recycling of valuable metals from nuclear and electronic wastes.
A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition finds that choline supplementation increases DHA bioavailability during pregnancy. Choline helps the body more efficiently use omega-3 fatty acid DHA, which is essential for fetal brain, cognition and vision development.
Researchers at Universities of Cologne and Bayreuth found that flooding frequency and topography determine the abundance of microplastics in an alluvial Rhine soil. The study, published in Science of the Total Environment, revealed that microplastics can accumulate in floodplains and be transported into deeper soil layers.
Researchers have developed a new type of separation membrane that can separate hydrogen from methane at speeds 100 times faster than conventional membranes. The graphene-wrapped zeolite membrane achieves a high separation factor of 245, making it suitable for energy-saving separation technologies in various industries.
Researchers have successfully synthesized a new type of carbon allotrope called holey graphyne, which has semiconductor properties and can be used in various applications. The material was created using a bottom-up approach and consists of alternately linked benzene rings and C≡C bonds.
Researchers found that a protein called nuclear hormone receptor 49 (NHR-49) moves from the cytosol to the nucleus when lipids are depleted, triggering a cascade of gene activity. This mechanism allows cells to universally gauge lipid levels without distinguishing between different types of lipids.