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Science News for July 30, 2023


New genetic clues uncovered in largest study of families with multiple children with autism

Researchers found seven potential genes linked to increased autism risk, including rare inherited variations and polygenic scores. Children with language delays had a higher likelihood of inheriting these genes, suggesting a link between genetic risk and language delay.

SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 30, 2023

The magic number: How many days a week you need to exercise to see real benefit

A new study by Edith Cowan University found that exercising three days a week can significantly improve muscle strength, with smaller increases seen in two-day groups. Daily exercise is recommended for greater benefits, but muscles still need rest to adapt and improve strength.

SourceEdith Cowan University·JournalEuropean Journal of Applied Physiology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJul 30, 2023
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Researchers develop “on-demand” whole tumor cell vaccine against cancer

Researchers created a flexible and potent 'on-demand' whole tumor cell vaccine (TCV) that responds to near-infrared laser irradiation, boosting the immune response and effectively suppressing tumor growth. The TCV was tested in various murine xenograft models and showed promising therapeutic efficacy.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 30, 2023

Helping agriculture be smart and precise

Researchers developed a smart agrochemical delivery platform using biomimetic mineralization, which improves crop yield and fruit zinc content. The platform, named MiZIFs, uses zeolitic imidazolate frameworks to encapsulate a synthetic growth regulator, promoting plant growth and stress tolerance.

SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalNano Letters·DateJul 30, 2023

Professor Kunsong Chen's team in Zhejiang University has made a new progress in strawberry fruit flavor quality

A study published in Horticulture Research found that DNA methylation affects furanone accumulation through regulation of QUINONE OXIDOREDUCTASE in strawberries. This discovery provides new insights into the metabolic regulation network of plant volatiles and offers a basis for improving fruit flavor quality.

SourceNanjing Agricultural University The Academy of Science·JournalHorticulture Research·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 30, 2023
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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Immune cell discovery could lead to improved chronic worm treatment

Researchers discovered a protective immune feature lacking in people chronically infected with intestinal worms, leading to potential human vaccines and treatments. The study used animal models and found that blocking the T follicular helper response impaired worm clearance and promoted chronic infection.

SourceMonash University·JournalMucosal Immunology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 30, 2023

Half the population to have a mental health disorder by 75

A global study led by researchers from the University of Queensland and Harvard Medical School found that one in two people will develop a mental health disorder in their lifetime. The study analyzed data from over 150,000 adults across 29 countries and found that 50% of the population develops at least one disorder by age 75.

SourceUniversity of Queensland·JournalThe Lancet Psychiatry·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJul 30, 2023