Researchers at NCCR MARVEL identified two new cubic prototypes that exhibit energetically and dynamically stable paraelectric behavior, providing a microscopic representation of the material's properties. The discovery has significant implications for the study of ferroelectricity, superconductivity, and other functional materials.
SourceNational Centre of Competence in Research (NCCR) MARVEL·JournalPhysical Review Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers found that ground-based VLF transmitter waves can significantly contribute to electron losses in the near-Earth space, leading to the bifurcation of the inner energetic electron belt. This phenomenon can be controlled by human VLF wave generation, which may help mitigate natural space radiation environments.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience China Earth Sciences·DateMar 30, 2022
A study of 97 randomised controlled trials found that combining physiotherapy with psychological interventions is more effective for improving physical function and reducing pain intensity. Pain education programs and behavioural therapy result in the most sustainable effects of treatment.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalThe BMJ·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMar 30, 2022
The special issue of the ECNU Review of Education examines how digital shift, international student mobility, and assessment methods impact student learning in higher education. Research reveals that offline interaction generates more desirable academic outcomes, while online education fosters student autonomy and thesis completion.
SourceCactus Communications·JournalECNU Review of Education·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 30, 2022
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
A study found that selfies significantly distort facial features, making noses appear 6.4% longer on average compared to standard clinical photographs. The distortion also affects the chin and base of the nose, leading to a significant increase in the ratio of nose to chin length.
SourceWolters Kluwer Health·JournalPlastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open·DateMar 30, 2022
Experts recommend an integrated approach to reduce the impacts of fracking on wildlife and human health. This includes protecting vulnerable populations, ecosystems, and regions underrepresented in decision-making processes.
SourceYale School of Public Health·JournalBioScience·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers discovered that obesity changes molecular underpinnings of allergic inflammation in both mice and humans. The treatment in obese mice makes their skin worse instead of healing, but a specific drug can 'de-fatten' obese mice without changing body weight.
Researchers at Texas A&M University have identified a unique sound signature produced by rocks as they crack and break. This discovery was made using a combination of supervised machine learning, causal discovery, and rapid simulations. The team found that an unusual pattern of positive and negative measurements in sound wave-transmiss...
SourceTexas A&M University·TypeNews article·DateMar 30, 2022
Scientists at Texas A¼M University have created water-stable, 2D covalent organic framework nanoparticles that can guide human mesenchymal stem cells to form bone tissue. The new technology has the potential to impact the treatment of bone regeneration and improve drug delivery.
SourceTexas A&M University·JournalAdvanced Healthcare Materials·TypeNews article·DateMar 30, 2022
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.
A new study by researchers at the University of Chicago Medicine has identified a set of sporadic genetic mutations that make it more likely a person will develop cavernous angiomas, which can lead to stroke and seizures. Understanding these underlying causes is key to identifying patients at risk and finding effective treatments.
SourceUniversity of Chicago Medical Center·JournalNature Cardiovascular Research·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers have discovered a large sample of compact galaxies, including the rare 'Green Pea', 'Blueberry' and 'Purple Grape' types. These galaxies are found to have high star formation rates and low metallicity, providing new insights into galaxy formation and evolution.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers analyzed Châtelperronian tools in the Iberian Peninsula, finding evidence of local Neandertal extinction and replacement even before Homo sapiens arrived. The tool complex suggests older Iberian Neandertals disappeared, replaced by new groups using Châtelperronian technology.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateMar 30, 2022
A study has discovered that using a strategically-timed pull from a waist belt can help individuals walk more efficiently, reducing metabolic cost by as much as half. This approach uses biomechanical testing to optimize the timing of assistance, which was found to be most effective during a brief window between steps.
SourceOregon Health & Science University·JournalScience Robotics·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 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 at Duke University Medical Center identified a potential new tactic to disrupt the repair mechanism that cancer cells use after treatment, blunting their ability to regenerate. This approach could present a new treatment strategy for targeted therapies.
SourceDuke University Medical Center·JournalScience Translational Medicine·DateMar 30, 2022
A new study found that the health impacts of 2020 lockdowns varied across three European cities, with physical activity levels declining by up to 95% and resulting in increased diagnoses of heart attacks, strokes, depression, and anxiety. In contrast, decreases in air pollution and noise had positive effects on health.
SourceBarcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal)·JournalEnvironmental Pollution·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 30, 2022
Orb-weaver spiders have been found to use their massive webs as auditory arrays, capturing sounds and giving them advanced warning of prey or predators. The researchers used a special quiet room and placed a mini-speaker near the web, causing the spider to detect and respond.
SourceCornell University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 30, 2022
A study published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine found that astegolimab reduced exacerbation rates by 22% and improved quality of life in patients with moderate-to-severe COPD. Benefits were seen in those with specific inflammatory signals and genetic markers.
SourceUniversity Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust·JournalThe Lancet Respiratory Medicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 30, 2022
Research by Universidad Complutense de Madrid found that sea turtles consistently choose the same nesting sites each season, affecting the sex of their offspring. The temperature-dependent sex determination of turtles means males are produced at lower temperatures, and nesting beneath trees may increase male births in warmer temperatures.
SourceUniversidad Complutense de Madrid·JournalClimatic Change·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 30, 2022
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.
The NCCR MARVEL has been ranked in the top tier by the SNSF Research Council, receiving a bonus of 1.53 MCHF in addition to its regular budget. The review panel praises MARVEL's scientific excellence and added value, highlighting its expected high impact during phase III.
SourceNational Centre of Competence in Research (NCCR) MARVEL·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers used terahertz time-domain spectroscopy to compare fossil and synthetic ambers. The technique detected differences in the materials' compositions, indicating potential detection methods for synthetic forgeries.
Low MMR vaccine uptake is being blamed for a decline in protective immunity, with only 95% coverage needed to prevent outbreaks. Experts urge parents and healthcare professionals to improve awareness and uptake of the vaccine.
A new algorithm using AI and data analytics predicts bowel cancer patients' length of stay, readmission rates, and mortality, enabling healthcare providers to optimize patient care. The technology has been proven effective with an accuracy rate above 80%, and further development is planned with larger datasets.
SourceUniversity of Portsmouth·JournalDiscover Oncology·DateMar 30, 2022
The discovery of star Earendel breaks the record for the farthest individual star ever seen, located 12.9 billion years away. The Hubble Space Telescope detected light from this ancient star due to gravitational lensing by a massive galaxy cluster, allowing astronomers to study it in unprecedented detail.
SourceNASA/Goddard Space Flight Center·JournalNature·DateMar 30, 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.
A systematic review of 20 relationship education programmes found a lack of high-quality evaluations, with only three programmes following participants for over a year. Experts recommend co-created programmes integrated into mental health-informed curricula and evaluated over the long-term to promote good mental health and wellbeing.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalPastoral Care in Education·TypeLiterature review·DateMar 30, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic led to significant delays in accessing sexual and reproductive health care, especially among individuals experiencing financial instability. In three states, over half of respondents reported difficulties or delays in accessing contraception due to the pandemic.
SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalJournal of Women s Health·TypeCase study·DateMar 30, 2022
The study uncovers lost bioscapes with high floric and arthropod diversity coincident with 12th century Polynesian settlement in Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands. Archaeological excavations provide evidence of a rich ecosystem upon arrival.
A team of scientists has developed a method for assembling wafer-scale films at the atomic level, enabling large-scale production of artificial crystalline materials. The new technique, which uses van der Waals interactions, produces nearly 100% pristine interfaces and shows promise for developing new materials with unique properties.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalNano Letters·DateMar 30, 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 developed a new botanical 'CSI' tool combining DNA metabarcoding and macro photography to identify prey spectra of carnivorous plants. This method enables experts to understand the biology of critically endangered species, including what they eat, crucial for conservation plans.
SourceCurtin University·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 30, 2022
A study published in Nature found that people raised in rural areas outperform those from cities, particularly grid-pattern streets, in navigating spatial environments. This suggests that the simplicity of rural street networks influences navigational abilities.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalNature·TypeObservational study·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center discovered that a combination of two anti-inflammatory drugs may prevent lung damage and asthma in infants born prematurely due to chorioamnionitis. The study used animal models, but further research is needed to confirm the results.
SourceCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center·JournalScience Translational Medicine·DateMar 30, 2022
A new analysis reveals that salt substitutes are not only effective in reducing stroke risk but also cost-saving, with costs outweighing the cost of the intervention. The study found a 14% reduction in stroke risk and 13% reduction in strokes and heart attacks combined.
SourceGeorge Institute for Global Health·JournalCirculation·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers found that prior infection with common human coronaviruses does not provide immunity against SARS-CoV-2 due to limited cross-reactive antibodies. This suggests no significant adverse effects from antibody-dependent enhancement, reducing the risk of COVID-19 complications.
SourceAmerican Chemical Society·JournalACS Infectious Diseases·DateMar 30, 2022
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 have developed a model to predict Vibrio vulnificus abundance in the canal by analyzing rainfall, water temperature, dissolved nutrients and organic matter. The study found that warmer waters due to climate change may lead to an increase of twice or three times current levels of bacteria by the end of the century.
SourceUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa·JournalScience of The Total Environment·TypeObservational study·DateMar 30, 2022
Research from the University of Waterloo and the University of Auckland found that stabilizing blood sugar levels in newborns with hypoglycemia prevents brain damage. Untreated low blood sugar can cause adverse effects on a child's neurodevelopment up to age 4.5 years old.
A research team from Universidad Complutense de Madrid developed a machine learning-based tool to predict areas with best access to potable groundwater in Africa. The tool achieved a success rate of close to 90% in initial trials, particularly in Mali and Chad.
SourceUniversidad Complutense de Madrid·JournalHydrology and Earth System Sciences·TypeCase study·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers analyzed fossil collections from the Wonderwerk cave, discovering that barn owls remained a dominant predator throughout the Lower Palaeolithic era. The consistent presence of barn owl remains suggests reliable paleo-environmental results over nearly 2 million years.
SourceUniversidad Complutense de Madrid·JournalQuaternary International·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 2022
A collaborative study from the University of Pennsylvania demonstrates topological control capabilities in an acoustic system at technologically relevant frequencies. The researchers have successfully shown that topological phenomena occur at higher frequency ranges, enabling unique signal propagation properties.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania·JournalNature Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 2022
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.
Researchers at George Washington University developed a novel tool to rapidly screen pesticides for safety and performance. The new approach can aid in the design of next-generation molecules to develop safer pesticides, with only 7% of analyzed compounds meeting safety criteria.
SourceGeorge Washington University·JournalScience Advances·DateMar 30, 2022
A new study from Edith Cowan University found that excessive body gaze is linked with harmful attitudes towards sexual assault. Men who showed strong preferences for gazing at women's bodies were more likely to assume women invite or tolerate rough sexual conduct, while women did not show body gaze preferences.
SourceEdith Cowan University·JournalArchives of Sexual Behavior·TypeObservational study·DateMar 30, 2022
A new study found that follow-up care after an asthma-related emergency department (ED) visit can help prevent future ED visits for children. Patients who received follow-up care within two weeks of their ED visit were 12% less likely to return to the ED for asthma within 60 days and 13% less likely to revisit for asthma in the next year.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalAcademic Pediatrics·DateMar 30, 2022
A new mechanism has been discovered that decorates the end tails of RNA molecules in a parasite causing sleeping sickness, preventing their degradation and potentially increasing virulence. This fundamental discovery opens new avenues for treatment strategies for this disease, as well as other RNA-based infections/diseases.
SourceInstituto de Medicina Molecular·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 2022
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.
A recent study from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center reveals that a specific genetic program, positional identity, determines the location of acral melanoma. The research, led by Dr. Richard White, found that this program is conserved throughout evolution and explains why certain mutations lead to cancer in specific areas. This b...
SourceMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center·JournalNature·DateMar 30, 2022
A new study found associations between older adults' personality traits and their satisfaction with life, income, and leisure after exiting the workforce. Conscientiousness was linked to increased satisfaction with leisure time, while extraversion was associated with lower satisfaction in some cases.
Platform firms like Uber have adapted to regulations to provide different services and accumulate power, mediating between producers and consumers. The study shows that these companies' power stems from their position in the economy and strategic response to existing regulations.
SourceCity St George’s, University of London·JournalRegulation & Governance·TypeCase study·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers have created a catalogue of materials with exotic quantum properties, enabling large-scale searches for promising candidates. The team identified over 700 materials exhibiting potential flat bands, which could lead to breakthroughs in memory devices and power transport.
SourceMax Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids·JournalNature·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers at Okayama University have created a new method to kill cancer cells using light-activated protein AR3, reducing the risk of adverse reactions. The approach uses green light to trigger apoptosis in targeted cells, offering a promising alternative to conventional treatments.
SourceCactus Communications·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 2022
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.
Lung cancer screening in the US has been associated with increased early detection of non-small cell lung cancer and improved survival rates. However, disparities in access to screening remain, with economically deprived areas and racial/ethnic minority groups showing reduced benefits.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalThe BMJ·TypeObservational study·DateMar 30, 2022
A study led by UCL researchers found significant disparities in opioid painkiller access between countries, with some regions reporting rates as low as 0.01 MME per 1,000/day, while others have surpassed the US in opioid sales. The findings highlight the need for global policies to improve palliative care and pain relief provision.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalThe Lancet Public Health·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers found that an intranasal application of oxytocin could make lion interactions less life-threatening. After the treatments, lions displayed reduced vigilance towards other lions and became more tolerant of their presence.
SourceCell Press·JournaliScience·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 2022
A team of researchers at The University of Tokyo has created a model that reveals the role of emergent elastic fields in chiral molecular and colloidal crystals. The findings provide a potential switch for developing new electro- and magneto-mechanical devices.
SourceInstitute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 30, 2022
A study published in JAMA Surgery demonstrates that living-donor liver transplant is a viable option for patients with systemic controlled colorectal cancer and liver tumors. The procedure offers improved quality of life and survival for these patients, who previously had limited treatment options.
SourceUniversity Health Network·JournalJAMA·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 30, 2022
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.
Researchers at CU Anschutz Medical Campus discovered a reactivated protein, Hand2, in certain cases of mesothelioma, which may lead to new treatments. The study aims to investigate the cause and effect of this reactivation.
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 30, 2022
Researchers discovered Mercury has geomagnetic storms triggered by a ring current, similar to those on Earth. The findings were made possible by the Messenger space probe's data and a solar coronal mass ejection.
SourceUniversity of Alaska Fairbanks·JournalScience China Technological Sciences·DateMar 30, 2022
The University of Central Florida (UCF) is working with the US Air Force to develop a system that uses commercial rockets to transport cargo quickly and efficiently. The project aims to determine the viability of this method for disaster relief and global shipping, with the goal of delivering 100 tons of goods within one hour. UCF rese...
Researchers found that VR users who experienced odor-enhanced environments showed increased sense of presence and physiological responses compared to those without scent. The study suggests a potential new approach to enhancing virtual reality experiences.
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 research team identified the invasive Asian needle ant species (Brachyponera chinensis) in Europe, expanding its area of distribution. The discovery raises concerns about potential negative effects on native ant communities and ecosystems.
SourceUniversitat Pompeu Fabra - Barcelona·JournalZootaxa·TypeObservational study·DateMar 30, 2022
A recent Sri Lankan twin study reveals that genetic factors contribute to approximately one-third of the variation in depressive symptoms, while environmental influences account for around two-thirds. The study also found a strong association between depressive symptoms and health-related quality of life.
The article reviews key technologies for space intelligent robots in on-orbit operation requirements. Researchers discuss challenges such as microgravity, complex illumination, and strong radiation in space.
SourceBeijing Institute of Technology Press Co., Ltd·JournalSpace: Science & Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 2022
A new University of Houston study finds racial and ethnic disparities in diabetic eye care, with Whites more likely to receive regular exams than minorities. The study also reveals that Hispanics have the highest prevalence of diabetic eye complications.
SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalDiabetes Epidemiology and Management·DateMar 30, 2022
H. Alex Choi receives NIH grant to develop protein biomarkers for delayed cerebral ischemia, a complication after subarachnoid hemorrhage that affects approximately 50,000 Americans annually. The goal is to predict which patients will worsen and identify biological processes causing worsening patients.
SourceUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at Houston·DateMar 30, 2022
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition is a durable star atlas for planning sessions, identifying targets, and teaching celestial navigation.