A new study uses machine learning to reduce time needed for calculating screening parameters in Koopmans functionals, enabling faster predictions of material spectral properties. Researchers trained a simple model using modest data and achieved accurate results, paving the way for studying temperature-dependent spectral properties.
SourceNational Centre of Competence in Research (NCCR) MARVEL·Journalnpj Computational Materials·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 22, 2024
Researchers developed biodegradable polymeric nanoparticles that selectively target cancer cells with two approved drug pairs for skin and breast cancers. The treatment showed significantly enhanced therapeutic effects, reduced tumor size, and prolonged median survival in mice.
SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalScience Advances·DateDec 22, 2024
The study demonstrated a median progression-free survival of 18.2 months and a disease control rate of 97.5% among participants with hormone receptor-positive and HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer. The combination treatment was well-tolerated, with no grade 4 adverse events reported.
SourceSichuan International Medical Exchange and Promotion Association·JournalMedComm·DateDec 22, 2024
Recent advancements in metastatic brain tumors offer hope for treatment. The integration of multi-omics technologies and cutting-edge therapies is shedding new light on the intricate landscape of brain metastasis.
SourceSichuan International Medical Exchange and Promotion Association·JournalMedComm·DateDec 22, 2024
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
A 500,000-year fossil record study by HKU paleobiologists sheds light on temperature changes and food input shaping deep-sea ecosystems in the Southern Ocean. The research warns that human-induced warming may harm delicate deep-sea ecosystems with potential impacts of marine carbon removal.
SourceThe University of Hong Kong·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 22, 2024
Researchers reviewed robotic and intelligent technologies for inspecting composite materials, highlighting their challenges and benefits. Advanced methods like wave-based inspection, non-contact optical techniques, and vision, force, and touch offer precision, efficiency, and automation capabilities.
SourceELSP·JournalRobot Learning·TypeLiterature review·DateDec 22, 2024
The 'Bird Sonic' device, developed by Okayama University of Science, was installed at three Kansai airports to deter birds from flying over runways. The system uses high-frequency waves to reduce bird strikes and aims for 80-90% control by gradual reduction.
A groundbreaking study reveals lithium can restore brain function and alleviate behavioral symptoms in animal models of autism spectrum disorder caused by Dyrk1a gene mutations. Lithium normalizes brain size, restores neural structure and function, and improves social interaction and anxiety behaviors.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalMolecular Psychiatry·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 22, 2024
Researchers at KAIST have developed a technology that can treat colon cancer by converting cancer cells into normal-like cells. The breakthrough involves creating a digital twin of the gene network associated with normal cell differentiation, leading to significant promise for reversible cancer therapies.
SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalAdvanced Science·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 22, 2024
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.
Bielefeld University's ZiF offers financial resources and infrastructure to researchers working on interdisciplinary topics. Researchers with a completed doctorate from all disciplines and countries can apply for funding for research groups until April 24, 2025.