A new study by Newcastle University found that individual corals have varying levels of heat tolerance, with some able to withstand double the heat stress required to induce bleaching and mortality. This variability suggests capacity for adaptation if some of the toughest corals can survive marine heatwaves.
SourceNewcastle University·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·TypeObservational study·DateSep 12, 2022
A new study suggests that neoadjuvant novel hormonal therapy followed by prostatectomy can reduce the risk of recurrent and progressive cancer in high-risk prostate cancer patients. After treatment with NHAs, patients were more likely to have negative margins after surgery and fewer cases of biochemical recurrence.
SourceWolters Kluwer Health·JournalThe Journal of Urology·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers at MUSC found that extracting and isolating Treg cells and transplanting them back into the same system successfully treats osteogenesis imperfecta for a year. The treatment results in stronger bones, increased osteoblast numbers, and decreased osteoclast numbers.
SourceMedical University of South Carolina·JournaliScience·DateSep 12, 2022
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A study on wild geladas reveals maternal effects on the gut microbiome both before and after weaning, influencing infant development and health. The research found that infants of first-time moms had slower gut microbiota development, potentially leading to a developmental disadvantage.
SourceArizona State University·JournalCurrent Biology·DateSep 12, 2022
A new study finds that neon goby parents help their offspring develop by pushing them out the door at the right time. Offspring hatched by parents are larger and more developed than those that hatch on their own, suggesting a complex parenting behavior. This discovery highlights the surprising complexities of fish parenting behavior.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers identified a new mechanism by which SARS-CoV-2 induces inflammatory responses in COVID-19 patient lungs, leading to 'cytokine storm' and lasting tissue damage. The discovery highlights the role of plasmacytoid dendritic cells in triggering this response.
SourceHospital for Special Surgery·JournalScience Immunology·DateSep 12, 2022
A new study suggests that canopy leaves in forests cannot cool themselves below the surrounding air temperature, leading to reduced forest carbon cycling and increased mortality risk. The research challenges a prevailing theory on leaf thermoregulation, highlighting the impact of climate warming on forests.
SourceOregon State University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeObservational study·DateSep 12, 2022
Scientists have developed a new chip that can transfer different optical states to switch light flows using supersymmetry. The approach enables broadband continuous transformation of light spatial characteristics, opening up avenues for advanced photonic functionalities.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournaleLight·DateSep 12, 2022
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A study published in Injury Prevention found that adolescents who experienced a concussion in the past 12 months were 25% more likely to be in poor academic standing. This association was stronger with a history of repeated concussions, and varied by race/ethnicity.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalInjury Prevention·TypeObservational study·DateSep 12, 2022
A new study by University of California, Berkeley researchers found that participating in Mission Innovation and intensifying technology competition from China are the strongest drivers of funding for clean energy RD&D. Despite growing public investment, the pace of transformation is not fast enough to facilitate rapid decarbonization.
SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley·JournalNature Energy·TypeObservational study·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers will investigate racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare services for autistic children in New Jersey. The study aims to understand the social determinants of these disparities and promote health equity among children on the spectrum.
A new study from Aarhus University highlights the imbalance in AMD research using young male mice, despite the disease affecting the elderly. The review of 380 scientific articles emphasizes the need for better reporting and guidelines to improve animal testing quality.
SourceAarhus University·JournalInvestigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science·TypeSystematic review·DateSep 12, 2022
A new study found that reports of elder abuse increased, particularly in cases of physical and emotional abuse, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Financial abuse remained the most common type, but higher rates of emotional and physical abuse were reported during the pandemic.
SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalBMC Geriatrics·TypeMeta-analysis·DateSep 12, 2022
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A recent study by Hee-Soon Juon PhD found that the obesity paradox in lung cancer diagnosis does not hold true for African Americans. While obesity is associated with lower rates of lung cancer diagnosis in the general population, this relationship was not statistically significant among African Americans.
SourceThomas Jefferson University·JournalBMC Cancer·DateSep 12, 2022
West Virginia University and NASA are teaming up to provide hands-on STEM experiences for middle and high school students through the Plant the Moon Challenge project. The six-state consortium aims to increase diversity in science, engineering, technology, and math education by supporting teachers and students in underserved communities.
Researchers used Neuropixels probes to measure the activity of synaptically connected retinal and midbrain neurons, revealing a mosaic-like neural connection. The study provides new insights into visual processing and strengthens our understanding of blindsight.
SourceCharité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University have identified the structure of protein fibrils linked to a hereditary form of human prion disease, revealing the mechanism for interspecies transmission. The study suggests that disease transmission between species can be predicted based on structural information.
SourceCase Western Reserve University·JournalNature Structural & Molecular Biology·TypeImaging analysis·DateSep 12, 2022
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In southern Sydney, cockatoos have developed a unique behavior of opening garbage bins to eat food waste. Humans have responded by using various inventive methods to secure the bins, sparking an 'arms race' between the two species.
SourceCell Press·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeObservational study·DateSep 12, 2022
A study from UC San Diego finds increased depression, anxiety, and perceived stress in Latina mothers, particularly those in border cities, due to reduced coping resources. The researchers attribute these findings to the increasing hostility of the political climate towards Latinx Americans.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalPLOS ONE·DateSep 12, 2022
Industrial mining is responsible for more than half of tropical deforestation globally, with Indonesia accounting for 58.2% of the deforestation directly caused by mining activities. The study highlights the need for stronger measures to protect tropical forests from economic activities like mining. For Indonesia, Brazil and Ghana, tro...
SourceBurness·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 12, 2022
A study by University of Cambridge and University of California, Berkeley finds that competition with China drove significant increases in clean energy investment between 2000 and 2018. The share of RD&D funding for clean technologies grew from 46% to 63%, while fossil fuel funding remained relatively unchanged.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalNature Energy·DateSep 12, 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 cross-sectional study of over 25,000 adults found that approximately 70% of identified adrenal tumors were nonfunctioning, regardless of participant's age. The prevalence of adrenal tumors increased with age, from 0.2% in young adults to 3.2% in older adults.
SourceAmerican College of Physicians·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateSep 12, 2022
Restoring relatively narrow strips of riverfront forests could substantially improve regional water quality and carbon storage in Costa Rica. The analysis shows that such buffers tend to be most beneficial in steep, erosion-prone, and intensively fertilized landscapes.
SourceStanford University·JournalEcosystem Services·DateSep 12, 2022
Research by Tohoku University scientists found that contextual fear conditioning alters genes associated with the synapse in microglia, indicating a new mechanism linking microglia and neuronal activity related to fear conditioning. This non-immune communication may play a key role in fear memory consolidation and extinction.
SourceTohoku University·JournalBrain Research Bulletin·DateSep 12, 2022
A new study by Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg found that using only students in experiments can lead to biased results, as their decisions differ from those of other population groups. The study compared agricultural science students to farmers and found differences in risk-taking, patience, trust, and generosity.
SourceMartin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg·JournalAustralian Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2022
Long-term opioid use after lung cancer surgery is associated with a 40% heightened death risk within two years, according to research. The study found that male sex, older age, and chemotherapy treatment are among the factors linked to long-term opioid use.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalRegional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateSep 12, 2022
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)
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A study found that oral anticoagulants, such as apixaban, may be more effective than standard home heparin injections in preventing blood clots after urologic cancer surgery. The medication had significantly lower rates of compliance events and major complications compared to enoxaparin.
SourceWolters Kluwer Health·JournalThe Journal of Urology·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers developed a label-free SERS method to detect the cysteine residues of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein subunit, allowing consistent detection in human blood plasma, mucus, and saliva samples. This technique holds potential for diagnosing SARS-CoV-2 and other viral infections in remote areas.
SourceSLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)·JournalSLAS DISCOVERY·TypeNews article·DateSep 12, 2022
Bladder cancer researchers discovered a subset of CD8 T cells that adapts to tumor evasion strategies, offering a strategy to reduce tumor cells' ability to fight them off. The study also identified potential ways to make immunotherapy more effective against this deadly cancer by targeting the HLA-E/NKG2A axis.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalCancer Cell·DateSep 12, 2022
Realizing net-zero food systems necessitates the adoption of new technologies and diet shifts to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions. The goal is to achieve a net-zero emission global food system by 2050, with a roadmap outlining milestones for implementation by 2030 and 2040.
SourceThe Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture·JournalScientific Reports·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers at La Jolla Institute for Immunology discovered how Zika virus forces dendritic cells to churn out lipid molecules, allowing the virus to build copies of itself. This study provides a major step forward in developing antiviral therapies against multiple flavivirus infections.
SourceLa Jolla Institute for Immunology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2022
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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.
Researchers found that those severely impacted by Hurricane Harvey were four times more likely to experience income loss and five times more likely to suffer severe anxiety during the pandemic. The study highlights the cumulative effect of economic stress and mental health impacts on an individual's well-being.
SourceUniversity of Notre Dame·JournalEnvironmental Research·DateSep 12, 2022
A new study published in leading journals found that achieving 10,000 steps a day can lower the risk of dementia, heart disease, cancer, and death. However, a faster stepping pace showed even greater health benefits, making walking faster a crucial factor for overall health.
SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalJAMA Internal Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 12, 2022
A study found that eating at night increased depression-like mood levels among participants, while daytime eating reduced these levels. The researchers suggest that meal timing could be a novel strategy to minimize mood vulnerability in individuals with circadian misalignment.
SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2022
A study by University of Pittsburgh researchers found that older adults with consistent daily routines are happier, less depressed, and have better cognitive function. Participants who rose early, stayed active throughout the day, and followed a regular routine performed better on cognitive tests than those with disrupted patterns.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalJAMA Psychiatry·DateSep 12, 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.
A new study from Harvard University identifies the genes and genetic sequences that orchestrate the formation of the human pelvis during pregnancy. The research shows that key pelvic features form around 6- to 8-week mark, including a curved and basin-like shape.
SourceHarvard University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2022
Research from Washington University in St. Louis found that children exposed to cannabis in the womb continue to exhibit increased signs of psychiatric conditions, including depression and anxiety. The study, which followed over 10,500 children, revealed no significant changes in psychiatric condition rates as they aged into adolescence.
SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalJAMA Pediatrics·TypeMeta-analysis·DateSep 12, 2022
A new rodent study found that low doses of alcohol can trigger epigenomic and transcriptomic changes in the brain, creating an epigenetic pathway for addiction. The research suggests that even small quantities of alcohol can prime the brain for addiction, regardless of sex or quantity.
SourceUniversity of Illinois Chicago·JournalMolecular Psychiatry·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University developed a cold perfusion method to isolate hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) from both murine and human fatty liver-associated tumors with high yield and purity. This breakthrough could provide new tools for investigating the role of HSCs in NASH-associated liver cancer progression.
SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalCellular and Molecular Gastroenterology and Hepatology·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2022
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Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.
Researchers at Imperial College London discovered a 'silent' mutation in bacteria that helps them evade antibiotics. The mutation alters the structure of an mRNA intermediate, preventing ribosomes from producing protein, and has arisen independently several times globally.
SourceImperial College London·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers at Michigan State University discovered that increased carbon dioxide levels decrease phosphorus levels in plants, making them less nutritious. The team found that plants avoid overloading their chloroplasts with phosphorus as an adaptive response to elevated CO2 levels.
SourceMichigan State University·JournalCurrent Biology·DateSep 12, 2022
A study led by Arizona State University Professor Gabriel Shaibi found that a community-based program combining education and exercise significantly improves the health of Latino children at risk for diabetes. The program, which included 117 families from around the Valley, provided culturally focused lessons on healthy eating and phys...
SourceArizona State University·JournalJAMA·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateSep 12, 2022
The study found that colloidal membranes transition from flat disc-like shapes to saddle-like shapes as the fraction of short rods increases. The saddles then merge into more complex structures like catenoids and four-noids, exhibiting properties similar to biological membranes.
SourceIndian Institute of Science (IISc)·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateSep 12, 2022
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Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.
A phase 2 study found that combining nivolumab and ipilimumab showed a high response rate with durable results for patients with advanced Merkel cell carcinoma. The addition of stereotactic body radiation therapy did not improve efficacy in this dual checkpoint inhibitor therapy.
SourceH. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute·JournalThe Lancet·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateSep 12, 2022
A new combination immunotherapy regimen shows remarkable activity in metastatic colorectal cancer patients without liver metastases, achieving a response rate of 40% and median overall survival exceeding 20 months. The study's findings confirm the importance of the tumor microenvironment in shaping the response to immunotherapy.
A study from Linköping University shows that individuals with type 1 diabetes should keep their mean long-term sugar level below 53 mmol/mol (7.0%) to avoid serious damage. The risk of eye- and kidney complications increases as the level increases.
SourceLinköping University·JournalDiabetes Care·TypeObservational study·DateSep 12, 2022
A University of Houston engineer has developed a sprayable ice-shedding material that is 100 times stronger than any others. The new durable coating material controls interfacial fractures and can accelerate crack formation and growth.
SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalMaterials Horizons·DateSep 12, 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.
A systematic review and meta-analysis found that training programs for community supervision improve outcomes for both probation officers and their clients. The programs enhance the selection of topics to discuss and intervention strategies during client contact sessions.
SourceCrime and Justice Research Alliance·JournalJustice Quarterly·DateSep 12, 2022
In a Phase I/II trial, selpercatinib demonstrated a 44% objective response rate across multiple tumor types, including pancreatic and colorectal cancers. The study found responses regardless of cancer type or prior treatment history, confirming RET fusions as a tissue-agnostic target.
SourceUniversity of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center·JournalThe Lancet Oncology·DateSep 12, 2022
Scientists defined the structure of a substrate-bound iron enzyme and found it uses cations to drive desaturation during catalysis. The work could lead to the creation of valuable molecules like vinyl isonitriles with antibiotic properties.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers found that vaccine companies, such as Moderna and Pfizer, experience significant price movements when one company performs well or poorly. Sinopharm is found to be the most affected by market volatility, while AstraZeneca has the greatest influence on Moderna's stock price.
SourceUral Federal University·JournalMathematics·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers found that lettuce takes up nanoplastics from soil and transfers them into the food chain, with particles detected in insects and fish. The study highlights potential health risks to herbivores and humans due to tiny plastic particles in soil.
SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalNano Today·DateSep 12, 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.
In an international clinical trial, 63.3% of patients with stage II-IV cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma saw their tumors nearly or completely disappear when treated with immunotherapy before surgery. The anti-PD1 therapy cemiplimab was well-tolerated and met its primary endpoint with a pathologic complete response rate of 50.6%.
SourceUniversity of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers found that mTOR inhibition is crucial for p53-mediated tumor suppression, delaying cancer and increasing lifespan. In the absence of mTOR inhibition, cancer-promoting senescent cells drive tumor growth.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalOncoscience·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateSep 12, 2022
A new study suggests that massive volcanic eruptions were the primary cause of mass extinctions, including the one that wiped out the dinosaurs. The research found a strong temporal connection between flood basalt eruptions and significant climatic events.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 12, 2022
A new study by NC State University found that total formulation impacts surface sanitizer efficacy against norovirus, with only alcohol-based products showing significant reduction. Additionally, paper towels used to clean up messes can be a source of cross-contamination.
SourceGOJO Industries·JournalApplied and Environmental Microbiology·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2022
The AI model, trained with end-to-end and multi-task manners, achieves best drivability in a standard simulation environment, outperforming recent models. It extracts useful information from a single RGBD camera and uses sensor fusion techniques to enhance performance.
SourceToyohashi University of Technology (TUT)·JournalIEEE Transactions on Intelligent Vehicles·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2022
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach
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Researchers found that dark matter halos in ultra-diffuse galaxies have lower concentrations than expected, raising questions about their formation and evolution. The study's surprising results indicate these galaxies may be younger and contain more gas than normal galaxies.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·TypeObservational study·DateSep 12, 2022
Researchers used a computer model to identify potential candidates for treating ASD, including loperamide, which has shown promise in restoring social behaviors in genetically engineered mice. The study suggests that repurposing existing drugs like loperamide could provide a new treatment option for core autism symptoms.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Pharmacology·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 12, 2022
A study found that resiliency and family support play a crucial role in helping Hispanic breast cancer survivors manage lymphedema. Adaptations such as modifying work tasks and seeking support from family members enable survivors to maintain their quality of life.
SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalHispanic Health Care International·TypeCase study·DateSep 12, 2022