Researchers at University of Oxford have developed a miniaturized soft power source that can alter the activity of cultured human nerve cells, paving the way for miniature bio-integrated devices. The device uses internal ion gradients to generate energy, producing a current that persists for over 30 minutes.
A team of researchers from the University of Zurich and Intel has developed an AI system called Swift that can beat human champions in drone racing. The autonomous drone achieved the fastest lap, winning multiple races against three world-class champions, but human pilots proved more adaptable to changing conditions.
Researchers at Gladstone Institutes identified conditions that enable gamma delta T cells to recognize cancer cells by disrupting energy production and causing cellular stress. This insight suggests that therapies manipulating butyrophilin abundance on the surface of cancer cells could boost gamma delta T cell effectiveness.
A new genotyping method called Single Primer Enrichment Technology (SPET) was used to investigate the genetic diversity of lettuce and identify genomic regions underlying important agronomic traits. The study revealed over 80,000 high-quality SNPs, allowing researchers to group accessions by type and geographic origin.
A team of researchers at Princeton University has developed a new approach to building quantum repeaters, which are necessary for connecting quantum devices over long distances. The new device sends high-fidelity quantum information through fiber optic networks, enabling enhanced security and connections between remote quantum computers.
Research from Aarhus University suggests that smoking may increase the risk of depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia by 250 percent. The study analyzed genetic data from over half a million people and found that certain genetic variants linked to smoking also contribute to mental illness.
A new Stanford-led study shows that adding zinc to farmland soil can help prevent childhood stunting, a condition due to chronic undernutrition that is associated with poor brain development and long-lasting harmful consequences. The researchers found that the presence of zinc in soil helps prevent stunted childhood growth.
Research from the University of Chicago Medical Center reveals that people who experienced parental incarceration before age 18 had higher levels of hypertension and coronary disease biomarkers. The study's findings suggest that mass incarceration may have transgenerational health consequences.
Researchers at TROPOS have found a direct formation pathway of sulfuric acid from organic sulfur compounds, particularly important over pristine oceans and cloud edges. This new production pathway can contribute up to half of gaseous sulfuric acid formation over the oceans.
Researchers found that individuals with a genetic mutation linked to early-onset Alzheimer's disease had slower cognitive decline if they had higher education levels. The study also revealed that the APOE e4 mutation, which significantly increases risk for sporadic Alzheimer's disease, was less detrimental to cognitive function in thos...
A new study by University of British Columbia researchers found that while some people view self-driving cars as safer, others feel reduced safety and comfort levels when interacting with pedestrians. The study suggests a gradual introduction of SDVs is needed to build comfort among all road users.
A new study from Women's College Hospital and ICES found that older females with atrial fibrillation are at higher stroke risk due to inadequate monitoring and treatment, highlighting sex inequities in cardiovascular care.
Mitochondria are the 'powerplants' of cells that convert nutrients into fuel, but they also build fatty acids, a process that links nutrient sources to energy production. This award will enable Dr. Sara Nowinski to study this phenomenon and its impact on health and disease.
Scientists have discovered two 14ft smalltooth sand tiger sharks in Ireland's waters, a rare find suggesting the species is expanding its geographic range due to warmer sea temperatures. The discovery highlights the need for increased awareness and monitoring of these vulnerable creatures.
A study led by Weill Cornell Medicine researchers found that some ion channels can rearrange into a larger structure, enabling drug delivery. The discovery solves a long-standing mystery about ion channel dynamics and has implications for pharmaceuticals.
Scientists at the University of Innsbruck improved atomic clock accuracy by using finite-range interactions to create entanglement, reducing measurement errors by roughly half.
A team of international scientists found that coral reefs, marshes, and mangroves could be destroyed within the next 30 years from rising sea levels. Coastal habitats are essential for protecting coastlines, trapping carbon, and supporting millions of coastal residents.
A recent study by the University of Córdoba analyzed the genetic variability of spelt and common wheat varieties, revealing their diverse nutritional components. While spelt generally has higher concentrations of micronutrients like iron and zinc, it also contains more phytic acid, which reduces assimilation.
A research team from the University of Göttingen investigated the molecular networks of a single-celled alga to understand plant terrestrialization. They identified 'hub genes' that play a central role in coordinating gene expression, revealing insights into long-term evolutionary patterns.
A new study published in Nature warns that coastal wetlands and coral reef islands are unlikely to survive at current rates of sea-level rise exceeding 7 millimeters per year. The study suggests that global warming must be limited to less than 2 degrees Celsius for these ecosystems to have a chance.
A new study provides detailed information on suckling mouse inoculation, characterizing transient and persistent symptoms, and incidence of manifestations in mice. The research reveals that mice from which viruses were isolated had concentrated periods and advanced days of disease onset.
Scientists at Beijing Institute of Technology have developed an ultrafast quasi-three-dimensional technique, enabling higher dimensions to analyze ultrafast processes. This method breaks through the limitations of original observational dimensions, enhancing our ability to analyze ultra-fast processes comprehensively.
Research from Leipzig University shows that reductions in aerosol pollution can cause a delayed warming effect on the climate. The findings suggest that this warming may occur 20-30 years after improvements in air quality are made, particularly in heavily polluted regions.
A new study found that kindergarten conduct problems are associated with increased costs in crime, medical expenses and lost productivity as children reach adolescence and adulthood. The research used data from over 1,300 students to estimate the economic impact of these behavioral problems.
For the first time, researchers have identified self-renewing stem cells in the human thymus, which could lead to new treatments for immune diseases and cancer. The thymus, a gland located in the chest, was previously thought not to contain epithelial stem cells.
Researchers analyzed data from 220,935 injured mountain bikers and 17,757 injured hikers to find the injury types and affected body areas. Most reported injuries were of low severity, primarily affecting upper limbs in mountain bikers and legs and ankles in hikers.
Researchers have observed the decay of two neutron-rich isotopes, oxygen-28 and oxygen-27, providing new insights into nuclear structure. The study's findings suggest that these isotopes do not exhibit a closed shell structure, challenging current theories and offering opportunities for further investigation.
The study found that rising testosterone levels trigger full song development and territorial behavior in thrush nightingales. Full songsters were never found to settle close to each other, while plastic songsters settled close to both full and plastic songsters, indicating a connection between song and territoriality.
A systematic review of trail users found that mountain bikers are most prone to arm injuries, while hikers are more susceptible to leg and ankle trauma. Most injuries are minor cuts, blisters, and bruises.
A new study found that antibiotics promote the growth of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the gut by providing extra nutrients, allowing these 'bad' bacteria to multiply. The research suggests that targeting beneficial bacteria can help restrict the growth of resistant bacteria, paving the way for microbiome therapeutics treatments.
A deep learning approach has unveiled a significant change in the characteristics of global daily precipitation for the first time. The research found that on more than 50% of all days, there was a clear deviation from natural variability in the daily precipitation pattern since 2015.
A study found that engaging in administrative payment tasks was associated with an 18% increase in cost-related treatment delays or nonadherence among cancer patients and survivors. The burden of learning about healthcare costs and fixing billing errors often falls to the patient, exacerbating existing health disparities.
A new CNIC study confirms that controlling traditional cardiovascular risk factors can prevent Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Maintaining a low cardiovascular risk is linked to preserved cerebral glucose metabolism, indicating better brain health.
A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that stressful life events and poor sleep are major contributing factors to irregular heart rhythms after menopause. The study analyzed data from over 83,000 women aged 50-79 and found a significant association between stress, insomnia, and atrial fibrillation.
A new study reveals that people judge smart AI assistants as partly responsible for decisions, even when they're used as tools. Participants saw them as more responsible for positive outcomes, highlighting the need for organizations to consider social and moral norms in AI design.
A global research team warns that rapid sea level rise and coastal habitat retreat will happen again if warming levels rise above Paris Agreement targets. Coastal ecosystems such as mangroves, marshes, and coral reefs are essential to protect coastlines, trap carbon, and sustain millions of coastal residents.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that first-time fathers face a steeper decline in relationship satisfaction following childbirth compared to second-time fathers. Second-time fathers experience an increase in relationship satisfaction within 14 months postpartum, returning to baseline levels.
The study validates a comprehensive genomic profiling assay, NeXT Dx, which detects single nucleotide variants, indels, copy number alterations, and gene fusions. The assay demonstrates high analytic sensitivities and specificity, providing personalized recommendations critical to clinical decision-making.
A recent clinical trial led by Professor Holger Thiele found that ECLS does not reduce 30-day mortality after cardiogenic shock, but is associated with more complications. The study involved 420 patients and compared ECLS therapy with standard intensive care unit treatment.
A new chemosensor-based system rapidly detects bacterial lipopolysaccharide in minutes, offering a safer alternative to existing methods. The system's high throughput, sensitivity, and stability make it suitable for point-of-care testing and real-life applications.
Researchers developed a heterogeneous photocatalytic system using cadmium sulfide nanosheets to realize borylation reactions involving N-heterocyclic carbene boranes (NHC-BH3). The process enables the synthesis of high-value transformations under room temperature and light conditions.
Researchers discovered that test boredom is a significant issue in exams, with underchallenging and overchallenging tasks exacerbating the problem. The study's findings suggest that exam tasks should be relevant to students' lives to minimize test boredom, which can lead to poor performance and negative consequences.
A study led by Washington State University researcher found that half a million children lived in 'doubled-up' households with grandparents during the pandemic. These arrangements were mainly driven by economic and instrumental needs, such as childcare and elder care, outweighing health concerns.
A novel ACE2 receptor decoy, 3N39v4-Fc, effectively neutralizes SARS-CoV-2 variants in monkeys, offering a potential therapeutic option. Inhalation administration demonstrates significant dose-sparing benefits and exceptional efficacy.
A recent study provides an accurate estimate that 90% of flowering plant species are pollinated by animals. This finding is critical for understanding the role of pollinators in ecosystems and informing conservation efforts, especially given global declines in pollinator populations.
Researchers at University of Surrey used a model to test the robustness of modern skyscrapers against extreme external traumas. The study found that well-designed buildings can prevent progressive collapse in non-seismic areas.
A new clinical trial published in the New England Journal of Medicine indicates that stem cell gene therapy may offer a promising, curative treatment for sickle cell disease. The therapy was shown to decrease vaso-occlusive events and increase production of fetal hemoglobin, providing relief from the painful condition.
A recent study of 31 million pregnant individuals found that infertility treatment is associated with an increased risk of stroke-related hospitalization within 12 months of delivery. The risk was evident as early as 30 days postpartum, highlighting the importance of timely follow-up and long-term monitoring to mitigate stroke risk.
Researchers discovered that female mice were more susceptible to opportunistic infections when progesterone levels were high, but this vulnerability was reversed by progesterone blockers. This study's findings suggest a sex-based difference in immune training and may have implications for human immune function.
Researchers have developed a tiny, squishable robot called CLARI that can change its shape to pass through narrow gaps. The robot's modular design allows it to be customized and expanded with additional legs, enabling potential applications in search and rescue operations after major disasters.
A study found that CPAP treatment reduces night-time heartburn, productive morning cough, and chronic bronchitis in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Regular CPAP use decreases reflux by keeping the upper airway open during sleep.
A study by Columbia University found major inequities in NYC's lead service line locations, with Hispanic/Latino communities and high-risk children most affected. The researchers recommend prioritizing lead service line replacement efforts for these communities to address water lead exposure disparities.
Researchers from Japan and Canada explore how built environment enables walking behavior, finding that destinations strengthen the relationship between street integration and transportation walking. The study reveals that designing well-connected street layouts with easy access to amenities encourages walking.
A new study found that drinking alcohol increases the likelihood of interacting with attractive people, but doesn't change how others are perceived. When intoxicated, men were 1.71 times more likely to choose one of their top-four attractive candidates to interact with in the future.
Scientists at CU Anschutz Medical Campus discover that long-term potentiation requires structural functions of CaMKII, not enzymatic actions. This breakthrough opens the door to therapeutic use of inhibitors targeting only CaMKII activity.
Research reveals that T-cell infiltration into the brain is the primary cause of pulmonary dysfunction in Cryptococcus-associated immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (C-IRIS). The study provides new insights into the condition and potential treatment pathways.
A study led by Prof. ZHANG Fuxiang found that vanadium leaching kinetics and tetragonal phase impurities are key restrictions in BiVO4 photoanodes prepared by one-step pyrolysis method. Optimized methods achieved comparable performance to two-step methods, paving the way for scalable PEC water splitting.
A new study found that snakebites resulted in the loss of 3,000 productive days of work and school, with median financial setbacks of $17 per household. The study highlights the significant disease and economic burden of snakebites in rural Mozambique.
The American Meteorological Society recognizes Benjamin Santer for his work on climate change detection and attribution. William Kustas receives the Hydrologic Sciences Medal for foundational advances in evapotranspiration measurement and theory. Lixin Wu is awarded the Henry Stommel Research Medal for studies of multi-scale ocean circ...
A new study finds that living in racially segregated neighborhoods puts Black children at a higher risk of elevated blood lead levels, which persisted over more than two decades. The association between racial segregation and childhood blood lead levels was true even when adjusting for socioeconomic status.