A long-term study found that cigarette smoking significantly increases the risk of developing both reduced ejection fraction and preserved ejection fraction heart failure. Former smokers retained a higher risk of heart failure for decades after quitting, with the risk decreasing only after 30 years without smoking.
SourceJohns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·DateJun 7, 2022
Researchers evaluated US hospital adherence to federal price transparency rule, finding that while overall compliance was high, significant variations existed between hospitals and markets. The study highlights the need for further analysis of these disparities to improve healthcare pricing transparency.
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.
Researchers used a new simulation code to study the formation of star clusters and found that massive stars can eject off-center bubbles in the Orion Nebula. The simulations matched observations, showing that ejected stars can initiate ionized bubbles before falling back into the cluster.
SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalMonthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 7, 2022
A phase 3 randomized study showed that momelotinib significantly improved outcomes for patients with myelofibrosis, a rare and fatal bone marrow cancer. The oral pill met all primary and secondary endpoints, showing a trend toward overall survival benefit within six months.
SourceUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio·DateJun 7, 2022
Researchers found that weight-loss surgery patients saw significant reductions in several types of cancer incidence and improved survival rates compared to non-surgical patients. The 10-year incidence of any new cancer was lower and the 10-year survival rate was higher for bariatric group patients.
SourceAmerican Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery·DateJun 7, 2022
Researchers at the Messerli Research Institute developed a lozenge that compensates for micronutrient deficiencies in immune cells, reducing inflammation and allergic reactions. The study showed a 45% reduction in symptom burden during peak pollen season, presenting a new approach to allergy care.
SourceMedical University of Vienna·JournalThe Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology In Practice·DateJun 7, 2022
A recent study of nearly 114,000 patients found that the risk of a COVID-19 breakthrough infection was low overall, but higher in people with HIV. The study highlights the need for continued vaccination efforts and monitoring among this vulnerable population.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJun 7, 2022
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.
Researchers analyzed burnt artifacts, volcanic samples, and sediment cores to recreate the Earth's magnetic field over 9,000 years. Their new modeling technique predicts that the South Atlantic Anomaly will disappear within 300 years, ruling out an impending polarity reversal.
SourceLund University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 7, 2022
A new study from the University of California - Davis Health examines case details and mortality records from the first three years of California's Gun Violence Restraining Order law. The research found that GVROs were used to prevent firearm assault and homicide, with almost 30% of cases involving mass shooting threats.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis Health·JournalInjury Prevention·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 7, 2022
A new study finds that cold-water corals thrive when food supply and oxygen content are available, but decline in response to changes. The research, led by MARUM, analyzed sediments from six locations and found that these factors have been critical to coral survival over the past 20,000 years.
SourceMARUM - Center for Marine Environmental Sciences, University of Bremen·JournalPLOS Biology·DateJun 7, 2022
A new study using Chandra X-ray Observatory data reveals a deep connection between cosmic collisions and solar system phenomena. The research, led by Helen Russell from the University of Nottingham, shows that electrons are heated by compression of gas in galaxy clusters.
SourceUniversity of Nottingham·JournalMonthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society·TypeObservational study·DateJun 7, 2022
A new study reveals that the Asian Water Tower's frozen assets are melting away, with more liquid water in northern endorheic basins and less in southern exorheic basins. This imbalance is expected to pose a challenge to water supply-demand balancing in downstream regions.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalNature Reviews Earth & Environment·DateJun 7, 2022
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.
A study by WVU researcher Ednilson Bernardes found that supplier pool pressure contributed to the oversupply of prescription opioids like oxycodone and hydrocodone. The researchers analyzed transactions from 2006-2012, revealing that over 90% of supply came from just three generics manufacturers.
SourceWest Virginia University·JournalJournal of Supply Chain Management·DateJun 7, 2022
Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital developed an algorithm to identify temperature-sensitive conformations in proteins, revealing the importance of water networks in ligand binding sites. The findings challenge the assumption that well-resolved cryogenic water positions are both precise and accurate.
SourceSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital·JournalAngewandte Chemie·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 7, 2022
Numerical simulations show that sonic booms can be prolonged by the shape of cities, with narrower streets introducing more complex boom propagation. The researchers aim to investigate this phenomenon further to better understand its impact on noise levels in urban areas.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalThe Journal of the Acoustical Society of America·DateJun 7, 2022
A new study reveals that weight bias is pervasive across racial and ethnic groups, with Hispanic and Black adults experiencing it at higher rates. The study also found that nearly half of all respondents support laws against weight-based discrimination, highlighting the need for greater awareness and understanding of this issue.
SourceAmerican Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery·DateJun 7, 2022
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.
A new study published in Pediatrics found that a 12-week app program improved children's motor skills by an average of 15.5 percentage points. The app-based program focused on six motor skills, including hopping, throwing, and jumping, and was shown to be effective in preventing childhood obesity.
SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·JournalPEDIATRICS·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJun 7, 2022
Researchers studied the sizzling sound of deep-frying, finding three types of bubble events: explosion cavity, elongated cavity, and oscillating cavity. These events produced distinct acoustic characteristics, which could lead to future applications like acoustic sensing of aerosol generation.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalPhysics of Fluids·DateJun 7, 2022
A new study reveals the Gulf of Maine is being increasingly influenced by warm water from the North Atlantic, leading to significant changes in its food web. The warming is driven by an influx of North Atlantic water, which has raised temperatures and salinity levels, impacting marine life.
SourceBigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences·JournalJournal of Geophysical Research Biogeosciences·DateJun 7, 2022
The researchers improved the coherence time of a previously developed quantum membrane dramatically, expanding its usability for various purposes. With a coherence time of one hundred milliseconds, the membrane can store sensitive quantum information for further processing in a quantum computer or network.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 7, 2022
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 team of physicists has developed a way to perform high precision measurements without relying on special entangled states of light. The breakthrough uses ring resonators, which can be mass manufactured using standard processes, and enables the creation of chip-scale photonic sensors operating at the quantum limit.
SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJun 7, 2022
The 24th International Conference on Oxidative Stress Reduction, Redox Homeostasis & Antioxidants, shed light on the latest redox field innovations and the future of redox medicine. Keynote speaker Prof. Helmut Sies discussed stringently selective modulation of enzymatic oxidant sources and sinks in redox nanomedicine.
SourceMitochondria-Microbiota Task Force·DateJun 7, 2022
Long-term measurements at Mount Heng in southern China found acidic and more soluble ions in freezing rain, leading to decreased ambient temperatures. This process prolongs the existence of freezing rain, amplifying its effects in northern China as global warming shifts its influencing area
SourceInstitute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalAtmospheric Environment·DateJun 7, 2022
A survey of 866 clinicians revealed that their beliefs about telehealth quality and ease of use significantly impacted the proportion of care delivered remotely. Clinicians with more favorable views on telehealth were more likely to adopt it for various types of care.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJun 7, 2022
GoPro HERO13 Black
GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.
Researchers have discovered a way to create devices that mimic natural photosynthesis, producing fuels like hydrogen instead of sugars. The breakthrough uses bismuth oxyiodide, a non-toxic semiconductor material that can produce clean hydrogen from water over weeks.
SourceSt. John's College, University of Cambridge·JournalNature Materials·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 7, 2022
A new study finds a significant increase in mortality rates among white Americans living in Republican counties compared to Democratic counties, largely driven by slower mortality improvements. The 'mortality gap' was found to be consistent across various disease areas and expanded during the study period.
SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalBMJ·TypeObservational study·DateJun 7, 2022
Researchers found that terminating Supplemental Security Income benefits at age 18 significantly increases criminal charges, with a 20% rise in income-generating crimes and a 60% increase in incarceration likelihood. The effect persists for more than two decades.
SourceOxford University Press USA·JournalThe Quarterly Journal of Economics·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 7, 2022
Researchers developed an AI technology that merges physical domain knowledge with AI to accurately predict battery capacity and lifespan. The approach improved prediction accuracy by up to 20% and has significant implications for the widespread adoption of electric vehicles.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalApplied Energy·DateJun 7, 2022
The EU project IDAlert aims to tackle the emergence and transmission of zoonotic pathogens by developing innovative decision-support tools and systems. It will assess the costs and effectiveness of adaptation measures to improve climate resilience in health systems across Europe.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
A Rutgers study finds that negative feedback can make experts more precise in their predictions, but also lead to overconfidence and decreased learning from mistakes. Experts are more likely to double down on incorrect decisions after being corrected, while novices learn from negative feedback.
SourceRutgers University·JournalAcademy of Management Journal·DateJun 7, 2022
The American Society for Nutrition hosted a live virtual debate on the concept of ultra-processed foods, with leading scientists presenting arguments for and against incorporating it into dietary guidelines. Research suggests that consumption of ultra-processed foods is linked to weight gain and increased risk of chronic diseases.
SourceAmerican Society for Nutrition·JournalAmerican Journal of Clinical Nutrition·DateJun 7, 2022
Research published in Forests journal reveals that thinning pine forests can increase carbon sequestration by optimizing forest growth and incorporating organic matter into the soil. This study, part of the Silvadapt project, found that higher-intensity thinning led to greater carbon storage in the forests.
SourceUniversity of Córdoba·JournalForests·TypeObservational study·DateJun 7, 2022
A recent study reveals that patients with lower body mass indexes (BMIs) could benefit from weight-loss surgery due to its effectiveness in treating type 2 diabetes and other comorbidities. The study found that patients with Class I obesity who underwent weight-loss procedures had shorter hospital stays, fewer complications, and improv...
SourceAmerican Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery·DateJun 7, 2022
Researchers found that otters learn to extract food from unfamiliar natural prey with their own wits, not just by observing others. Eleven of the 20 otters in the study successfully extracted meat from rainbow trout, shore crabs, and blue mussels.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalRoyal Society Open Science·TypeObservational study·DateJun 7, 2022
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.
Researchers discovered two novel categories of cells in the BLA that respond to ethological stimuli, including event-specific neurons responding to one type of stimulus and panresponsive neurons responding equally well to multiple stimuli. These findings suggest a larger role for the BLA in memory and behavior.
SourceSainsbury Wellcome Centre·JournalCell Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 7, 2022
A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences offers fresh insights into infant word learning. Researchers found that infants between 7 and 11 months old learn words by building up memory representations over time, rather than through repeated connections between words and objects.
SourceIndiana University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 7, 2022
Harvard researchers have created a compact and tunable electro-optic modulator for free space applications, capable of modulating light at gigahertz speeds. The modulator uses metasurface resonators with high-performance organic electro-optical materials and high-frequency electronics.
SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 7, 2022
A new mathematical model has been developed to reproduce the experimental results of topological change in a partially miscible VF pattern. The researchers successfully incorporated phase separation effects and the Korteweg force into the classical miscible VF model.
SourceTokyo University of Agriculture and Technology·JournalJournal of Fluid Mechanics·DateJun 6, 2022
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.
Researchers developed nanoparticles that deliver NAD(H), a molecule with anti-inflammatory properties, to treat sepsis in mice. The treatment improved survival rates and prevented multiorgan injury.
SourceUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison·JournalNature Nanotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2022
Researchers have developed a new formula for swimming based on their study of odd elasticity, allowing microswimmers to exhibit autonomously directional and deterministic motion. The team used Purcell's swimmer model to demonstrate that any odd elastic micromaterial can spontaneously generate locomotion in a fluid.
SourceKyoto University·JournalPhysical Review E·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 6, 2022
The INCLUDE Data Hub provides centralized access to large-scale research resources, including biospecimen libraries and clinical datasets, for the study of Down syndrome. With over 8,000 study participants and 30,000 biospecimens, researchers can accelerate discoveries that benefit people with Down syndrome.
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 6, 2022
A multi-state study found that patients with advanced cancer who reported symptoms weekly using an electronic survey had better physical function and symptom control compared to those evaluated less frequently. The study showed a 35% better ability to function physically, a 16.1% better control of symptoms, and a 41% better overall hea...
SourceUNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center·JournalJAMA·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJun 6, 2022
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.
Scientists develop a universal design framework for arbitrary on-chip spatial mode control using metamaterial building blocks, enabling record-high order mode up to the 20th. The method supports high-efficiency integrated photonic communication systems and boosts development of various information processing fields.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateJun 6, 2022
A systematic review of cannabis-related products found short-term benefits for neuropathic pain, particularly with dronabinol and nabilone. However, the evidence is limited, with many products not well-studied, and patients should consult their primary care physician before using cannabis-based treatments.
SourceOregon Health & Science University·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·TypeLiterature review·DateJun 6, 2022
A study found that the brain uses data compression to eliminate irrelevant information and adopt temporary 'tunnel vision' for optimal performance. This principle extends beyond sensory processing to cognitive functions.
SourceChampalimaud Centre for the Unknown·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2022
Researchers at the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology observed structural chirality in achiral conjugated polymers, which can enhance solar cells' charge capacity. This discovery introduces new opportunities for research at the convergence of biology and electronics.
SourceBeckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2022
Researchers have developed a gene therapy that appears to correct a rare creatine deficiency disorder by increasing creatine levels and reducing toxic guanidinoacetic acid. This could hold promise for treating the disorder, which commonly results in intellectual disabilities and seizures.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalMolecular Therapy·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2022
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.
A new study by Michigan Medicine reveals that people in some states will be significantly affected by restrictions on interstate telehealth. Rural residents have taken advantage of this service, with 18% using it for in-person care or telehealth, compared to 13% of non-rural residents.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalHealth Affairs·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 6, 2022
A new study finds that women using hormonal contraceptives have lower rates of attempted suicides compared to those who do not use them. The research, published by the European Psychiatric Association, analyzed data from over 587,000 Finnish women and found a significant reduction in suicide attempts among hormonal contraceptive users.
Researchers at Rutgers University found that cannabis users tend to overestimate their ability to manage conflict in romantic relationships and may overlook unhealthy dynamics. The study suggests that couples who use cannabis can benefit from better navigating conflict discussions and resolution.
SourceRutgers University·JournalDrug and Alcohol Dependence·TypeObservational study·DateJun 6, 2022
A new discovery in China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region has found the oldest known mayfly swarm, dating back to the Early Jurassic period. The finding reveals complex mating-swarm behavior in stem-group mayflies, highlighting the underappreciated ecological significance of insects in ancient ecosystems.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalGeology·DateJun 6, 2022
Rice University engineers have developed a novel approach to manipulating the magnetic and electronic properties of 2D materials by stressing them with contoured substrates. The technique, inspired by recent discoveries in twisted 2D materials, allows for unprecedented control over quantum effects.
SourceRice University·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 6, 2022
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.
Researchers at UT Dallas developed a method to create unique identifiers for each copy of a cell line, allowing users to verify its authenticity and protect intellectual property. The technology uses CRISPR gene editing to insert bar-codes into the cell's genome, creating a unique pattern that can distinguish it from other cell lines.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Dallas·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2022
A recent Oregon State University study found that COVID-19 patients had a 25% increased risk of developing a psychiatric disorder in the four months following their infection. The study matched 46,610 COVID-19 positive individuals with control patients and found a significant increase in anxiety disorders but no change in mood disorders.
SourceOregon State University·JournalWorld Psychiatry·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 6, 2022
A study by the University of Texas at Austin found that countries with strong rule of law have less economic volatility and higher productivity. Weak rule of law leads to poor contract enforcement, causing employee morale to suffer, ultimately sparking churn and economic instability.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalJournal of Monetary Economics·DateJun 6, 2022
A study published in Atmospheric and Oceanic Science Letters found that tropical thunderstorms may influence the occurrence of persistent extreme cold events in Northeast China. Cloud clusters from the Madden-Julian oscillation can trigger cooling over the region, leading to extended periods of below-−30°C temperatures.
SourceInstitute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalAtmospheric and Oceanic Science Letters·DateJun 6, 2022
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.
A new study by the University of Washington calculates the impact of past emissions on future warming. By 2029, there's a two-thirds chance of exceeding 1.5 degrees Celsius warming, even if all emissions cease, and by 2057, there's a similar chance for 2 degrees Celsius.
SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 6, 2022
A new study shows that hospice patients with dementia receive excellent care and have their anxiety and sadness managed more often than those without dementia. However, the Medicare hospice model's limitations can lead to gaps in care, leaving patients with dementia at risk of disenrollment.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalHealth Affairs·DateJun 6, 2022
A new study published in the INFORMS journal Management Science reveals that high-profile police brutality and racially-charged events have a direct positive effect on what children are learning in U.S. public school classrooms, resulting in increased requests for antiracism resources and culturally-aware dialogue.
SourceInstitute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences·JournalManagement Science·TypeObservational study·DateJun 6, 2022
A new study finds the Red-billed Leiothrix, a small songbird native to subtropical Asia, has become an invasive non-native species in Britain. The species' potential impact on local wildlife and ecosystems is being highlighted by researchers, who note that it could cause significant changes if widely established.