Science News for January 28, 2023

Simulations reproduce complex fluctuations in soft X-ray signal detected by satellites

A team of researchers has successfully modeled the complex fluctuations in soft X-ray signals detected by satellites using numerical methods. They were able to capture how the signal varied with the orbital motion of the satellite and reproduce it up to a factor of two, an impressive feat in the field.

SourceTokyo Metropolitan University·JournalPublications of the Astronomical Society of Japan·DateJan 28, 2023

Chemistry under sheer force

Scientists have successfully triggered chemical reactions in AgI using mechanical energy equivalent to 420,000 atmospheres. This approach allows for solvent-free synthesis and could lead to the discovery of new battery electrolytes. The research used computational modeling to predict the behavior of the material under extreme pressure.

SourceCenter for High Pressure Science & Technology Advanced Research·JournalJACS Au·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 28, 2023

Targeted therapy momelotinib provides significant symptom and anemia improvements in patients with myelofibrosis

Patients with myelofibrosis experience significant symptom improvements when treated with momelotinib, including reduced spleen size and decreased transfusion dependency. The Phase III MOMENTUM trial reports meaningful benefits over standard therapy danazol.

SourceUniversity of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center·JournalThe Lancet·DateJan 28, 2023