A new study from the University of South Australia shows that captive frogs can be protected from the deadly fungus Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd) through natural skin shedding processes. However, captivity also reduces skin bacteria diversity and richness, potentially affecting the frogs' resilience to pathogens.
A*STAR scientists have developed VarNet, an AI-based method that identifies cancer mutations in tumor samples with high accuracy. This breakthrough allows for personalized treatment strategies and better understanding of cancer.
The study proposes merging bound states in continuum (BICs) using higher topological charges, significantly enhancing Q factors and suppressing scattering loss. The approach enables steerable BICs with designed momentum, improving performance for direction-related applications.
Researchers studied heat movement near North Pole and under Arctic sea ice, providing insights into the mechanisms of Arctic sea ice decline. Their findings suggest that strong winds cause mixing of water where ice and ocean meet, leading to enhanced heat transfer and changes in seawater salinity.
A new study using cellphone location data found that visits to Black-owned restaurants dropped off after initial spikes and were inconsistent across 20 US cities. The study raises questions about the effectiveness of labelling campaigns and how tech companies can better support communities of color.
Scientists have developed a method to control chemical reactions in a single molecule by applying voltage pulses, resulting in unprecedented selectivity. By fine-tuning the voltage, researchers can interconvert different products formed during the reaction.
Researchers create a mathematical framework for probabilistic computing using magnetic tunnel junctions, which can infer potential answers from complex input. This technology could revolutionize data interpretation and pattern recognition.
A recent study examines the comprehensive effects of the GATT/WTO trading system on welfare and distribution across member states from 1950 to 2015. The analysis reveals a robust pattern of welfare gains for member states through trade liberalization, with non-member states experiencing losses after 1980.
The MALDI mass spectrometer will enable faster turnaround times, novel capabilities such as mass spectrometric imaging, and in-house training for researchers. This instrument will support critical research on neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, infectious disease outbreaks, and energy needs.
A new module at SMU aims to integrate mindfulness with positive psychology, focusing on personal mastery, autonomy, and flourishing. Regular practice is emphasized, with techniques such as meditation and journaling, to help students develop self-regulatory skills and achieve holistic learning.
A new risk score can help predict mortality for patients with atrial fibrillation who have undergone successful TAVR and been discharged home. The risk score was developed using data from the ENVISAGE-TAVI AF trial, which found that patients with certain clinical risks were more likely to die within a year of discharge.