Researchers used density functional theory to investigate the mechanical properties of superionic ice XVIII, which is thought to make up a large part of Neptune and Uranus. The study found that dislocations in the crystal lattice produce shear, leading to macroscopic deformations and potentially influencing the planets' magnetic fields.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJan 20, 2023
Despite relaxed regulations, buprenorphine overdose deaths remained low and often involved multiple substances. The study suggests that expanded access to treatment for opioid use disorder is crucial to reducing overdose rates.
SourceNIH/National Institute on Drug Abuse·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJan 20, 2023
A new study reveals that vertebrate species involved in the live wildlife trade exhibit distinctive life history traits, including large numbers of offspring across long reproductive lifespans. This profile is likely financially advantageous for trades involving captive breeding, but also increases the risk of species becoming problema...
SourceDurham University·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 20, 2023
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
Researchers at the University of Reading are working on a £2 million project to increase UK-grown faba beans in bread, improving nutritional quality and sustainability. The 'Raising the Pulse' project aims to encourage farmers to switch wheat-producing land to faba bean for human consumption.
SourceUniversity of Reading·JournalNutrition Bulletin·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers identified geographic, racial and ethnic, socioeconomic, and clinical characteristics as key contributors to the elevated suicide risk among cancer patients. Timely symptom management and targeted psychosocial interventions are crucial for preventing suicide in individuals diagnosed with cancer.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJan 20, 2023
A study by the University of Tsukuba found that Siebold's beech populations on Okushiri Island have high genetic diversity, suggesting they may have persisted there since before the last glacial maximum. This challenges the assumption that island populations are less genetically diverse due to geographical isolation.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalFrontiers in Plant Science·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers from the STAR Collaboration have observed a global spin alignment signal in heavy-ion collisions, showing a preference for one state over two in phi mesons. The surprising pattern cannot be explained by conventional mechanisms and is linked to local fluctuations in the strong force within the quark-gluon plasma.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalNature·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers discovered that female and male mouse hearts react uniformly at first to noradrenaline but exhibit differences in recovery time, affecting electrical activity. These findings may contribute to arrhythmia susceptibility between men and women, offering new insights into sex-based responses to stress hormones.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis Health·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
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.
A Phase 3 clinical trial has shown that a four-drug chemotherapy regimen significantly increases overall survival and progression-free survival in patients with stage 4 pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. The study's results suggest that this more aggressive treatment approach may be considered for eligible patients.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJan 20, 2023
A controlled clinical trial has shown that the new drug leriglitazone can prevent neurodegeneration and brain inflammation in patients with X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy. The study found improvements in neurological conditions such as balance disorders, which had a positive impact on quality of life.
SourceUniversität Leipzig·JournalThe Lancet Neurology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJan 20, 2023
Scientists used multi-isotope imaging mass spectrometry to identify key contributors to blood vessel obstruction in PAH. The study reveals proline and glucose play a crucial role in forming excess scar tissue, which obstructs blood flow.
SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalJCI Insight·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers at Aston University have created the world's first computer reconstruction of a virus, including its complete native genome. This breakthrough could lead to the development of targeted treatments to kill bacteria that are dangerous to humans, reducing the threat of antibiotic resistance.
SourceAston University·JournalFaraday Discussions·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 20, 2023
The implementation of the Affordable Care Act led to a significant reduction in uninsured adults under 65 with schizophrenia, from 8.4% to 4%. Medicaid coverage increased by 70%, while Medicare and private insurance coverage also rose.
SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalJAMA Psychiatry·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 20, 2023
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 found that red sea urchin populations in Northern and Southern California have different levels of vulnerability to climate change. The researchers grew juvenile sea urchins in outdoor tanks and exposed them to changing conditions, showing that the Southern California population is more sensitive to environmental changes.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Cruz·JournalScience Advances·DateJan 20, 2023
A new study led by Mayo Clinic researchers found that women carrying specific genetic changes, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, have a twofold increased risk of developing contralateral breast cancer. Premenopausal women with these mutations are more likely to develop cancer in both breasts.
SourceMayo Clinic·JournalJournal of Clinical Oncology·DateJan 20, 2023
A research team led by Dr. Eddie Ma Chi-him identified a therapeutic small molecule M1 that increases mitochondrial dynamics and sustains long-distance axon regeneration, restoring visual functions in mice. Regenerated axons elicited neural activities and survived for four weeks after optic nerve injury.
SourceCity University of Hong Kong·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
A new genetic disorder causing immunodeficiency and susceptibility to opportunistic infections, including life-threatening fungal pneumonia, has been identified. The mutation affects the IRF4 gene and alters the protein's normal gene expression profile.
SourceVanderbilt University Medical Center·JournalScience Immunology·DateJan 20, 2023
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A study by researchers at the University of Göttingen investigated the effect of mixing wheat and faba beans on pollinating insects. They found that areas with mixed crops were visited equally often by foraging bees as those with single crops. The findings suggest that this mixture may counteract pollinator decline.
SourceUniversity of Göttingen·JournalAgriculture Ecosystems & Environment·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers analyzed how immunological memory gets generated and maintained to understand its role in cancer and inflammatory diseases. They found that increased inflammation can actually reduce immunological memory, highlighting the need for regulation.
SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
A novel KRAS mutation promotes tumor evasion from innate immune surveillance by activating CD47, leading to decreased phagocytosis of cancer cells. Disruption of the KRAS-CD47 signaling axis with siRNA or inhibitors restores innate immune surveillance and enhances macrophage phagocytic capacity.
SourceNanjing University School of Life Sciences·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
A new 'whipping jet' aerosol sprayer can precisely control how aerosols move, a crucial aspect of various industries. The technology has potential applications in pharmaceutical sciences, climate research, automotive, food processing, and carbon capture.
SourceUniversity at Buffalo·JournalCell Reports Physical Science·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers from UCalgary and the World Health Organization found that people with hybrid immunity have the highest level of protection against severe illness and reinfection, offering a key finding for public policy makers. The study suggests vaccination should be prioritized even among those who have had COVID-19.
SourceUniversity of Calgary·JournalThe Lancet Infectious Diseases·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJan 20, 2023
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.
A recent study reveals that high-severity wildfires are increasing in Sierra Nevada and Southern Cascade forests, with the average annual area burned at high severity nearly quintupled since before Euro-American settlement. This trend is concerning as most affected forest types are adapted to low-to-moderate severity burning.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalEcosphere·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 20, 2023
A new study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that an early return to school after a concussion can lead to better outcomes. The study found that returning to school sooner was linked to lower symptom burdens in youth aged 8-12 and 13-18, potentially due to therapeutic benefits from normal activities.
SourceChildren's National Hospital·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJan 20, 2023
A team of researchers observed magnetically mediated hole pairing in a synthetic crystal, confirming theories that magnetic fluctuations give rise to pairing. The experiments suggest significant mobility of bound hole pairs, which could be efficient carriers of currents.
SourceETH Zurich Department of Physics·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers at University of Galway have created a digital microbe database, AGORA2, which enables computer simulations of how drug treatments work and how patients respond. The resource offers personalized predictions of differences in metabolism between individuals for diseases such as Parkinson’s and colorectal cancer.
SourceUniversity of Galway·JournalNature Biotechnology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 20, 2023
A new study suggests that producing the same amount of steel with zero emissions is unlikely, and that reducing demand through material efficiency and upcycling could be key. The research highlights the need for a more strategic approach to decarbonization, rather than relying on technological innovations alone.
SourceNational Institute for Environmental Studies·JournalNature Sustainability·TypeNews article·DateJan 20, 2023
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 at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center discovered the cellular origin of normal pancreatic fibroblasts and cancer-associated fibroblasts, which play a key role in tumor progression. The findings suggest that targeting cancer-associated fibroblasts holds exciting potential for therapeutic benefits.
SourceMedical University of South Carolina·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers discovered that interfacial water promotes non-thermal C-H activation by abstracting hydrogen from methane, improving conversion rates dramatically. This work provides a fundamental basis for designing non-thermal catalytic systems for sustainable methane utilization under ambient conditions.
SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalCommunications Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
Citizen science project EEE enables students to collect and analyze data on cosmic rays, producing secondary particles that can be detected on Earth. The network of 60 detectors across Italy allows for correlations between events hundreds of kilometers apart.
SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal Plus·DateJan 20, 2023
Biomedical engineers at the University of Cincinnati are investigating the potential of interstitial fluid for early disease diagnosis and long-term health monitoring. The study proposes sampling interstitial fluid just under the skin using tiny microneedles, offering a more accessible and less painful alternative to blood testing.
SourceUniversity of Cincinnati·JournalNature Biomedical Engineering·TypeLiterature review·DateJan 20, 2023
A new study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that an early return to school is associated with better outcomes for children who have suffered a concussion. The study found that children who returned to school within two days of their injury had lower symptom burdens and faster recoveries compared to those who stayed home longer.
SourceChildren's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Institute·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJan 20, 2023
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.
A recent study by CSIC reveals that soil biodiversity is essential for the maintenance of urban greenspaces, supporting various ecosystem functions such as carbon sequestration and water regulation. The study highlights the importance of invertebrates and microbes in these ecosystems, emphasizing their role in maintaining soil health.
SourceSpanish National Research Council (CSIC)·JournalNature Ecology & Evolution·DateJan 20, 2023
A new method has been developed to calibrate the activity-based travel demand model, taking into account bounded rationality and interdependencies between activities. The study uses a simultaneous perturbation stochastic approximation method to solve the calibration problem.
SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalCommunications in Transportation Research·DateJan 20, 2023
A recent study found that college students reporting high levels of loneliness were more likely to have altered diet quality and engage in sedentary behavior. The research suggests that interventions targeting loneliness may also promote health improvement among this population.
SourceGeorge Mason University·JournalJournal of American College Health·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers have used a technique called QCM-D to observe the interplay between hydration structures and ion configurations in layered materials. The study found that the hydration structure plays a crucial role in determining the material's ion-storage capacity, with flexible layers helping to stabilize the structure.
SourceShinshu University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
A nationwide study using Google Street View images found that predominantly White neighborhoods had better neighborhood conditions associated with good health, such as fewer neglected buildings and more greenery. In contrast, neighborhoods with residents who were primarily Black or of other minority races had fewer green spaces and mor...
SourceBoston University School of Public Health·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeObservational study·DateJan 20, 2023
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 found that orienteering can improve spatial navigation and memory in healthy adults, suggesting it could be a useful intervention to prevent cognitive decline. The sport's unique combination of physical exercise and navigational skills may stimulate parts of the brain that are no longer needed due to modern conveniences.
SourceMcMaster University·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeSurvey·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers discover piperlongumine (PL), extracted from long pepper, as a potent antiviral treatment for SARS-CoV-2. PL delays disease progression and reduces lung inflammation in mice infected with alpha, delta, and omicron variants, offering a potential solution to combat upcoming outbreaks.
SourceInstituto de Medicina Molecular·JournalACS Central Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
The full parallel programme for WCSJ 2023 has been published, featuring 24 sessions across five tracks on biodiversity, climate change and more. The conference takes place from March 27-31 in Medellín, offering pre-conference workshops and post-conference tours.
SourceWorld Federation of Science Journalists·DateJan 20, 2023
The study reveals that repeated mutations in the sarZ gene lead to increased severity of MRSA blood stream infections, and that surface protein ClfB plays a critical role in pathogenesis. The findings provide insights into the factors contributing to MRSA virulence and may help uncover new treatment approaches.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalCell Host & Microbe·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
The article highlights that forests are not just threatened by agricultural expansion, but also by the consumption of non-agricultural products and international trade. Intact forests play a crucial role in regulating climate and biodiversity, and their loss can have significant indirect impacts on carbon emissions and biodiversity loss.
SourceCell Press·JournalOne Earth·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 20, 2023
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Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.
Researchers identified structural changes in the thalamus and strengthened connections with the temporal cortex, enabling visual cortex activation through non-visual stimuli.
SourceD'Or Institute for Research and Education·JournalHuman Brain Mapping·DateJan 20, 2023
Measurements taken by University of Copenhagen researchers show high air pollution levels in the Copenhagen metro, with ultra-small particles 10-20 times higher than on heavily trafficked streets. The pollution comes mainly from trains' brakes and rails, posing a health risk to frequent users.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalEnvironment International·DateJan 20, 2023
A recent study of over 42,000 patients found low adherence to COVID-19 booster dose recommendations among immunocompromised individuals. This vulnerable population faces increased risk of severe COVID-19, underscoring the importance of tailored efforts to ensure they remain up-to-date with booster doses.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers used museum collections to measure ecological response to climate change in central Norway, finding clear regional connections and impacts on species life cycles. Small temperature changes can have significant effects on species distribution and biodiversity.
SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalEcology and Evolution·TypeObservational study·DateJan 20, 2023
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 found that wind turbines in forests cause common noctules, a threatened bat species, to collide with blades and lose foraging space. The researchers recommend building turbines at least 500 meters away from roosts and compensating for lost habitats elsewhere.
SourceLeibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research (IZW)·JournalCurrent Biology·DateJan 20, 2023
Physicists at the University of Bonn have experimentally proven the applicability of the fluctuation-dissipation theorem to Bose-Einstein condensates made of photons. The study reveals a direct relationship between fluctuation and sensitivity, enabling precise temperature determination in complex photonic systems.
SourceUniversity of Bonn·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers identify vulnerable cell populations in the striatum, which contributes to loss of motor control and early mood disorders. Damage to striosomes may be responsible for mood disorders, while degeneration of matrix neurons likely contributes to motor decline.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 20, 2023
The University of Kansas has received a five-year, $2.9 million grant to continue its work supporting Kansans with disabilities and their families. The grant will fund the core activities of the Kansas University Center on Developmental Disabilities, including research, community service, training, and education.
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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.
A phase 3 trial found that adding nab-paclitaxel to a standard gemcitabine plus cisplatin regimen did not significantly extend median overall survival for patients with advanced biliary tract cancers, but provided benefits for subsets of patients. The treatment also showed improved response rates and progression-free survival times.
SourceSWOG Cancer Research Network·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJan 20, 2023
Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia developed ESPRESSO, a new computational tool that can accurately discover and quantify RNA molecules from error-prone long-read RNA sequencing data. This will enable better diagnosis of rare genetic diseases and discovery of potential therapeutic targets in cancer.
SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalScience Advances·DateJan 20, 2023