Research from the University of Minnesota Medical School found weight stigmatizing experiences are common among adolescents and associated with higher prevalence of disordered eating behaviors. Positive family and parenting factors can help alleviate this stressor but cannot completely protect young people from negative effects.
SourceUniversity of Minnesota Medical School·JournalJournal of Adolescent Health·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 21, 2023
A recent study found that certain microbial metabolites are associated with liver fat content in individuals with fatty liver disease. The researchers identified degradation products of amino acids and differences in testosterone levels as potential biomarkers.
SourceUniversity of Jyväskylä - Jyväskylän yliopisto·JournalmBio·DateMar 21, 2023
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.
A University of Cambridge analysis identified 98% of reports from trials evaluating new school-based physical exercise programs as lacking key details about teacher training. The study urged journal editors to update their submission guidelines to encourage better reporting, with seven journals already altered their guidance.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalTrials·DateMar 21, 2023
A recent study by the University of Gothenburg found that public acceptance of fossil fuel subsidy removal could be improved in developing countries if the revenue is invested in social and economic development. The researchers analyzed attitudes towards removing subsidies on fossil fuels in five developing countries, including Ecuador...
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeSurvey·DateMar 21, 2023
A team of scientists at Mainz University has developed a method to efficiently compute a new class of Feynman integrals associated with Calabi–Yau geometries. This allows for high-precision theoretical predictions of particle interactions and better understanding of their mathematical structure.
SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers have created a spray-on electronic component using zinc oxide nanocrystals, enabling flexible displays and devices. The material is versatile, biocompatible, and abundant, making it suitable for various applications in electronics, energy, sensing technologies, and more.
SourceRMIT University·JournalChemical Reviews·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 21, 2023
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.
Cooperative transitions occur when molecules shift their structure in synchrony, like a row of dominoes flowing seamlessly to the floor. The collaborative method is fast, energy-efficient, and easily reversible, helping living systems operate quickly and efficiently.
SourceBeckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeImaging analysis·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers developed an integrated radiative and evaporative chiller (IREC) that can reduce heat inside outdoor storage items by over 9°C, achieving cooling powers of up to 700 W m–2. The technology absorbs heat from the environment through evaporation, making it a sustainable alternative to current cooling methods.
SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalNano Research Energy·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers have identified a highly conserved region of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein that could be targeted to boost human antibody responses against any coronavirus. The discovery could aid the development of more powerful antibody drugs and vaccines against COVID-19 and emerging coronaviruses.
CHOP researchers found that adolescents with strong relationships with their parents have improved mental and physical health, lower substance use, and higher relationship satisfaction. The study analyzed data from over 15,000 participants and controlled for various factors.
SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeObservational study·DateMar 21, 2023
New research highlights poor level of financial and health support provided by national governments for citizens stranded abroad. The study found alarming rates of depression, anxiety, and homelessness among those separated from family or facing flight cancellations.
SourceEuropean Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases·DateMar 21, 2023
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
Research at KAUST demonstrates that most of the Red Sea is underlain by oceanic crust, overturning the assumption that it's an extended rift basin. The team mapped the transition from a rift to seafloor spreading and found approximately two-thirds of the Red Sea is currently covered by oceanic crust.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalTectonophysics·DateMar 21, 2023
A study of 608,000 obstetric discharges found postpartum emergency department visits were more common among Black and Hispanic patients at safety net hospitals. These disparities support the need to address structural racism in maternal health care.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers from China and Singapore study the radiative properties of polyamide-12, a common marine microplastic pollutant. They found that most of the incident radiation is scattered by PA12 particles, affecting ocean light transmission and marine ecology.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalOptical Engineering·DateMar 21, 2023
A trial by researchers at Duke-NUS Medical School found that the Nutri-Grade system encourages consumers to purchase beverages with lower sugar content, especially those with chronic conditions. The study showed a significant increase in purchases of A-rated drinks with 1.5g less sugar per serving.
SourceDuke-NUS Medical School·JournalInternational Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity·DateMar 21, 2023
A new study from the University of Illinois finds that local enforcement of manure management regulations can effectively reduce nutrient concentrations in rivers and lakes. The study focuses on Wisconsin's unique approach, which allows counties to participate in enforcement without state approval.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalAmerican Journal of Agricultural Economics·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 21, 2023
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.
Researchers at the University of Missouri are acquiring a new transmission electron microscope (TEM) with a $800,000 grant from the National Science Foundation. The TEM will allow them to conduct experiments in real-time and gain a greater understanding of material structure at an atomic level.
A new scoring system assesses pig welfare through a range of measurements, including health problems and environmental interactions. The system enables comparison across different types of pig farming and informs decisions about farm sustainability.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·DateMar 21, 2023
The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) has selected six papers for the 2022 Cozzarelli Prize, recognizing outstanding contributions to scientific disciplines. The awardees include researchers who studied ancient chemistry, Sox8's role in ear development, and soft intelligent autonomous robots.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers at USTC and Stanford University propose a novel approach to determine crustal stress from fluid flow signatures in deep boreholes. The method uses binary classification and image logs to efficiently estimate the stress state, which is comparable to conventional methods.
SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalRock Mechanics Bulletin·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 21, 2023
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.
A new study found that artificial light at night increases top-down pressure on caterpillars, leading to higher mortality rates. The research used clay models of caterpillars to demonstrate the impact of light on predators in a forest ecosystem.
SourceCornell University·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·DateMar 21, 2023
A pilot study found that patients who listened to their favorite music experienced reduced nausea severity and distress. Music was believed to affect serotonin levels, a neurotransmitter associated with chemotherapy-induced nausea, in a way that could complement medication.
SourceMichigan State University·JournalClinical Nursing Research·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers discovered brain speed doubles between 4 and 40 years old, with frontal lobe development outpacing movement areas. The study provides important data for creating realistic computer models of the brain.
SourceUniversity Medical Center Utrecht·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) have built and tested a full-scale bushfire safe room that demonstrates excellent heat resistance. The results suggest the shelter could keep people alive for up to two hours in extreme conditions, but further testing is needed to confirm human survivability.
SourceQueensland University of Technology·JournalStructures·TypeObservational study·DateMar 21, 2023
A study of 31 million births in US states with and without 20-week abortion bans found a significant increase in Down syndrome diagnoses in the former. The study suggests that these bans may have influenced women's reproductive choices, leading to higher diagnosis rates.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMar 21, 2023
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.
Researchers developed a non-invasive screening method for type 2 diabetes by sniffing urinary acetone, with an accuracy of 81.3%. The method was established using proton transfer reaction-mass spectrometry and showed results similar to clinical diagnostic methods.
SourceHefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalTalanta·DateMar 21, 2023
A recent study found that malaria control programs in Amazonian Peru reduced the disease by 78% but saw a rebound when funding was cut, driven by climate change. Climate change has exacerbated malaria transmission, with rising temperatures and intense rainfalls contributing to the resurgence of the mosquito-borne disease.
SourceDuke University·JournalThe Lancet Regional Health - Americas·TypeObservational study·DateMar 21, 2023
A team of scientists identified a critical transcription factor, ANAC013, that plays a key role in the early response to hypoxia in plants. The discovery sheds light on the molecular mechanisms underlying plant adaptation to low oxygen conditions.
SourceLeibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers have made the first accurate image of the proton using neutrinos instead of light as the probe in the MINERvA experiment. The study provides measurements of the proton's structure with unbound protons, helping to build more complete theories of neutrino interactions.
SourceDOE/US Department of Energy·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 21, 2023
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.
A real-world analysis found that high-risk Americans who fail to reach guideline-recommended LDL-C levels experience a 44% higher rate of cardiovascular events. The study, presented at the AMCP Conference, used data from over 300 million Americans and compared those who met and maintained recommended targets with those who did not.
A study by Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology found that daylight-saving time can reduce cooling energy by up to 6%, while increasing heating demand by 4.4%. This overall effect contributes to climate protection and highlights the importance of considering office building energy balances.
SourceSwiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA)·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 21, 2023
An international team has discovered how electrons can move rapidly on a quantum surface driven by external forces, visualizing the motion of electrons on liquid helium for the first time. The research revealed unusual oscillations with varying frequencies and a combination of quantum and classical dynamics.
SourceLancaster University·JournalPhysical Review B·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 21, 2023
Adolescents with positive parent-adolescent relationships exhibit favorable outcomes in young adulthood, including better physical and mental health. Investing in improving these relationships may have substantial benefits for the young adult population's overall health.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMar 21, 2023
Scientists developed a modeling technique to study urban traffic flows and verified it with real-world data from Shanghai. They discovered that Zhonghuan Road is a potential bottleneck that could lead to cascading failure of the entire urban traffic system.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalChaos An Interdisciplinary Journal of Nonlinear Science·DateMar 21, 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.
Researchers at the University of Missouri found that adaptive clothing customers face challenges with website usability, limited design and functionality, and sizing issues. The study provides guidelines for retailers to design products that cater to people with disabilities, promoting confidence and workplace wearability.
SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalInternational Journal of Consumer Studies·TypeContent analysis·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers at Lund University discovered a novel mechanism linking RNA splicing to the development of leukemia in myelodysplastic syndrome patients. The study highlights the critical role of core spliceosome component SF3B1 and its regulation by N6-methyladenosine (m6A) modification, which provides a
SourceLund University·JournalMolecular Cell·DateMar 21, 2023
Richard McIndoe is leading a national research initiative to advance understanding of diabetes and obesity through the National Centers for Metabolic Phenotyping in Live Models of Obesity and Diabetes (MPMOD). The MPMOD initiative provides access to advanced testing services, including bariatric surgery on mice, to enable new insights ...
SourceMedical College of Georgia at Augusta University·DateMar 21, 2023
Scientists have detected uracil and nicotinic acid in asteroid Ryugu samples collected by the Hayabusa2 spacecraft. The discovery suggests that important building blocks for life were created in space and delivered to Earth via meteorites, supporting current theories on the source of nucleobases.
SourceHokkaido University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 21, 2023
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.
Young children with autism spectrum disorder are less likely to undergo vision screening than their peers, despite a high risk of developing serious eye disorders. A recent study found that only 36.5% of children with ASD had completed vision screenings at well visits, compared to 59.5% for children without ASD.
SourceNemours·JournalPEDIATRICS·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 21, 2023
A study published in Nature Immunology found that antibodies from previously infected patients can neutralize variants of the COVID-19 disease, including the Omicron variant. These broadly neutralizing antibodies have unique biochemical and structural features that enable them to block the virus from entering human cells.
SourceNational University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine·JournalNature Immunology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 21, 2023
Scientists create nanomaterial that mimics photosynthesis to produce syngas from carbon dioxide and water in the presence of sunlight. This innovation has potential for large-scale chemical industry applications and could lead to sustainable battery production.
SourceTechnical University of Munich (TUM)·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateMar 21, 2023
A new LSU Health New Orleans study suggests that single, focused Interprofessional Education-based exercises can significantly decrease stigma associated with alcohol use and improve knowledge and confidence in screening for Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). The exercise led to substantial improvements in student understanding of AUD risks, ...
SourceLouisiana State University Health Sciences Center·JournalBMC Medical Education·TypeSurvey·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have developed a new type of metamaterial concrete that can be designed to have specific attributes like brittleness, flexibility, and shapeability. This material can generate electricity and can also be used to monitor damage inside concrete structures or earthquakes, reducing their impact o...
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateMar 21, 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.
QUT researchers have solved a long-held geological conundrum about how diamonds formed in the deep roots of the earth's ancient continents. The study used computer modeling on an ancient rock sample to determine that diamonds are rare today and were always rare, challenging the existing explanation.
SourceQueensland University of Technology·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 21, 2023
The study found substantial drop in laboratory radiation, with most cases producing undetectable radiation exposure to cardiology staff. The new radiation protection system reduces overall room radiation and eliminates head and face exposure, promoting workplace safety.
SourceSociety for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions·JournalJournal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers found that anatomical variations in a speaker's vocal tract affect speech production, with factors such as horizontal and vertical length, head inclination, and hard palate shape influencing vowel frequencies. The study suggests that understanding anatomy is crucial for producing speech.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalThe Journal of the Acoustical Society of America·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln have experimentally confirmed that nitrate can transport naturally occurring uranium from underground to groundwater. The study found that adding nitrate to water increased the amount of uranium carried away, implicating both nitrate and microorganisms in mobilizing the uranium.
SourceUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln·JournalEnvironmental Science & Technology·DateMar 21, 2023
A protein called PI3K plays a crucial role in immune cell function, and genetic variations disrupting its signalling have been identified as the root cause of two immunodeficiency disorders. The study reveals how minor disruptions in immune cell signalling can lead to immune deficiency or dysfunction.
SourceGarvan Institute of Medical Research·JournalJournal of Experimental Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 21, 2023
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.
Researchers used artificial intelligence to analyze electrocardiogram results from 1.6 million patients, predicting mortality risk with 85% accuracy. The study aims to improve individual care and create a learning health-care system that feeds data back into the healthcare system.
Researchers have discovered halide electrolytes with relatively wide electrochemical stability windows and good compatibility with cathodes. These findings provide a new strategy for designing solid-state batteries using lithium halide solid electrolytes.
SourceBeijing Institute of Technology Press Co., Ltd·JournalEnergy Material Advances·DateMar 21, 2023
A new study finds that supernovae have a persistent influence on marine life's biodiversity, with variations in nearby exploding stars closely following changes in marine genera. Supernovae may regulate climate through cosmic rays, influencing nutrient transport and primary bioproductivity.
SourceTechnical University of Denmark·JournalEcology and Evolution·DateMar 21, 2023
A new study maps the pathways leading to childhood obesity, highlighting the need for comprehensive solutions beyond diet and exercise. Factors such as socio-economic status, parental education, and social disadvantage play a significant role in determining a child's risk of developing obesity.
SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalBMC Medicine·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 21, 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.
Researchers have pushed single-atom vibrational spectroscopy to the level of chemical bonds, enabling precise measurements of point defects in graphene. The study found unique vibrational modes for two types of silicon point defects, with stronger signals for one defect configuration.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalNature Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers have identified 238 genes that regulate Alzheimer's disease, including Surf4, which contributes to the disease by altering the regulation of calcium within the cell. The study found that most of these genes are involved in mitochondrial activity, protein translation and intracellular calcium regulation.
SourceUniversitat Pompeu Fabra - Barcelona·JournalInternational Journal of Molecular Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 21, 2023
A study published in the Journal of Experimental Child Psychology found that Russian-speaking readers, including both children and adults, rely on orthographic information during parafoveal pre-processing. The participants were able to recognize words with incorrect letter order more easily than those with pseudohomophones.
SourceNational Research University Higher School of Economics·JournalJournal of Experimental Child Psychology·DateMar 21, 2023
The VALOR-QI program will provide a blueprint for quality care improvement, focusing on high-risk patients and addressing health equity gaps. It will offer education, staff training, monitoring, and other steps to achieve better compliance with cholesterol management.
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.
Researchers identified over 1,000 genes with age-related methylation changes in human sperm. These changes are associated with increased offspring disease susceptibility for neurodevelopmental disorders. The study found no correlation between paternal BMI or semen quality and age-related methylation changes.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers have identified a molecule called NLRP10 as an intracellular 'smoke detector' that warns of mitochondrial damage. This detection triggers a process that eliminates damaged cells, preventing chronic inflammation and tissue damage. The discovery could lead to new therapies for skin and intestinal diseases.
SourceUniversity of Bonn·JournalNature Immunology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 21, 2023
Supervised exercise training is safe and may improve exercise capacity and quality of life for people with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). Exercise therapy has been shown to be more effective in improving quality of life compared to medications for this condition.
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalCirculation·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers discovered over 500 non-canonical protein-derived peptides that could be recognized by T-cells, but found no spontaneous immune response. Three novel T-cell receptors were identified for specific non-canonical HLA-I tumor ligands with promising tumor specificity.
SourceVall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology·JournalClinical Cancer Research·DateMar 21, 2023
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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.