Researchers at the University of Science and Technology of China have developed a method to store high-dimensional orbital angular momentum quantum states for an extended period. The team used a guiding magnetic field combined with clock state preparation to achieve a storage time of up to 400μs, surpassing previous records.
A team of researchers has developed a bioorthogonal molecular system that selectively transports nitrite ions to the endoplasmic reticulum, where they are released, triggering cell death in cancer cells. The system demonstrates synergistic effects with various cancer therapy drugs.
A new collaborative research centre, DECIDE, will investigate the interactions between pathogens and the human immune system, aiming to improve treatment strategies. The centre combines research on various bacteria, viruses, and fungi, and will involve numerous young researchers.
A study published in Nature Climate Change found that climate scepticism is growing rapidly on social media, with sceptic tweets shared 16 times more during COP26 than COP21. This increase is attributed to growing 'right-wing activity' opposing climate action, which may be a backlash against climate activist groups.
A study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science reveals that a domestic dog lived in the Palaeolithic period 17,000 years ago in the Erralla cave in the Basque Country. The bone remains identified as Canis lupus familiaris, making it one of Europe's most ancient domestic dogs.
Researchers found that football crowds can manipulate professional referees to award more red and yellow cards to away players. However, recent studies suggest that Premier League referees are less susceptible to these influences, indicating a narrowing of the gap between home and away yellow cards.
The study found significant biases in research effort towards lions and against striped hyena, with African wild dogs also receiving less attention. The authors recommend increasing research in under-represented regions, particularly northern, western, and central Africa, to inform conservation decisions.
A new report reveals that animals are key to forest recovery by carrying a wide variety of seeds into deforested areas. Animals disperse over 80% of tree species in the tropics, and their presence near old-growth forests can improve restoration efforts.
A research team successfully manufactured a thermo-tunable broadband metamaterial that can adjust its electromagnetic response by controlling the solid–liquid phase state of different metamaterial units. The material exhibits ultra-wideband absorption performance and does not change with temperature changes.
A recent study published in National Science Review found that large amounts of methane gas can form during prograde metamorphism in cold subduction zones, particularly in the West Tianshan region of China. The researchers estimated a potential CH4 flux of ~10.8 Mt/y from worldwide modern subduction zones.
Researchers at Uppsala University have discovered a crucial DNA sequence in jawed vertebrates that plays a major role in shaping the joint surfaces during embryonic development. This finding has significant implications for understanding the evolution of vertebrate jaws, which is believed to have occurred around 423 million years ago.
Engineers at Tokyo Tech demonstrated a simple approach to improve AI classifier training using limited sensor data, increasing quality without extra cost. The proposed method promises to address the challenge of classification accuracy in real-world applications, where reliable answers are crucial.
Researchers have discovered a new height-reducing gene, Rht13, which enables reduced-height wheat varieties to be planted deeper in dry conditions without seedling emergence issues. This breakthrough could lead to more climate-resilient wheat and improved yields.
Research finds a strong link between economic inequality and addictive social media use in teenagers, who often escape negative feelings by using these platforms. The study, involving over 179,000 schoolchildren worldwide, highlights the need for new strategies to promote responsible social media use.
Researchers studying exotic atom muonium aim to detect deviations from the Standard Model, which could reveal new physics. By measuring energy levels with unprecedented precision, they may uncover evidence for additional particles or forces that explain the muon's misbehavior.
A study by HSE researchers found that only the left inferior frontal gyrus is critically involved in action naming, which could help preserve speech in patients after brain surgery. The study used fMRI and rTMS to stimulate the brain and found that stimulating this region led to more accurate action naming.
A Collaborative Research Centre investigates animal navigation using the Earth's magnetic field. The study focuses on vertebrates, including birds and fish, aiming to protect endangered migratory species.
A study found that individuals with blood group Rh(D) have a higher risk of contracting parvovirus, which causes fifth disease. The study screened over 160,000 blood donors in Germany and found all infected persons belonged to the Rh(D) blood group.
Researchers found that female academics have a higher chance of being recognized for their contributions compared to male counterparts. The study suggests three reasons for this phenomenon: increased awareness of past barriers, equal representation as an added value, and the recognition that women face unique challenges in the field.
Researchers at ETH Zurich have identified 76 proteins that could serve as biomarkers for Parkinson's disease, with their molecular structures differing between healthy and diseased individuals. The study uses a unique method to analyze protein shapes in cerebrospinal fluid, providing a promising new approach for diagnosis and potential...
Scientists discovered an effective way to passivate deep-level traps in perovskite solar cells, significantly improving power conversion efficiency. The breakthrough involves a new in-situ protonation process that reduces minority carrier traps.
Researchers at Tohoku University used fiber photometry to analyze astrocytes' activity and found an acid response linked to intensified epileptic seizures. This breakthrough may lead to new therapeutic strategies for epilepsy, stroke, trauma-induced brain injury, and memory enhancement in dementia treatment.
Research reveals that octopuses have a massively expanded repertoire of microRNAs in their neural tissue, similar to vertebrates. This finding suggests that miRNAs play a fundamental role in the development of complex brains.
Genuine multipartite entanglement, a potent form of entanglement for quantum info processing, has been certified in arbitrary sizes and forms using a new method. The new method, which decomposes the internal structure of the system, proves the existence of genuine multipartite entanglement in weakly entangled states.
The study demonstrates that chaos synchronization can occur even under constraints of narrow frequency intervals, giving rise to phenomena that could be leveraged for useful operations in ensembles of distant nodes. This breakthrough has potential applications in distributed sensing, such as gathering readings from distant sensors.
Researchers found that less intensively managed grasslands had greater diversity of plant species and correlated with better soil health, including increased nitrogen and carbon levels. In contrast, intensively farmed plots showed fewer plant species, but some saw improvements in soil health over time.