A two-year national study examines the SFR market and its implications for renters, with a focus on St. Louis, Cincinnati, and Atlanta communities. The research aims to provide an in-depth view of the market and spur conversations about addressing the housing affordability crisis.
Researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham discovered that the ALG6 variant is associated with altered phenotypes in patients with RP59, including delayed peripheral rod degeneration and diminished macular cone photoreceptor health. This study highlights the complex effects of modifier genes in human genetic disease.
A Johns Hopkins Medicine research team found a cell surface protein that senses odors and chemicals may be responsible for the long-known difference in blood pressure between females and males. The study, published in Science Advances, used data from mice and humans to investigate the link between an odor sensor and blood pressure.
A survey of autistic individuals from eight countries reveals low levels of acceptance, linked to depression and camouflaging, with regions like South Africa needing greater mental health support. Non-binary individuals experience the lowest level of acceptance, highlighting the need for tailored interventions.
Researchers identified the origin of a discrepancy between experimental and theoretical values of the muon's magnetic moment. The study found that lattice QCD and electron-positron collision data disagree, highlighting the need to resolve this puzzle.
A University of Florida study found that national elections significantly impact consumer sentiment and spending intentions. Floridian consumers exhibit greater confidence about economic conditions when their favored political party is in charge. The research analyzed monthly sentiments data collected by the UF Survey Research Center, ...
A new study found that making draught alcohol-free beer more widely available in pubs and bars can lead to a five per cent reduction in sales of alcoholic drinks, equivalent to 51 pints per week. This change increases the options available to customers without restricting their choice.
The Integrating Finance & Biodiversity for a Nature Positive programme aims to build knowledge, tools, and collaboration to support sustainable investments. By incorporating biodiversity impact into financial decision-making, the programme seeks to reduce the global economy's damage and improve sustainability.
Researchers analyze solutions implemented in four Brazilian cities, proposing a national carbon credit fund to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase revenue through the circular economy. The study finds that efficient waste management can produce fertilizer, biogas, and generate significant economic benefits.
A study of older adults in Medicare Advantage plans found that both members of a couple tend to stick with each other's enrollment decisions. The researchers analyzed data from over 1,800 couples and found that about 80% of Partner A individuals stayed in the same plan, and among those who changed, most partners did as well.
Researchers have developed a single molecular entity combining cisplatin and STING agonist, exhibiting potential as a versatile anticancer drug specifically targeting pancreatic cancer. The conjugate shows promise in elevating innate immunity and boosting the infiltration of natural killer cells into tumors.
Researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital discovered that astrocytes, non-immune cells, can develop aspects of immune memory. This epigenetic memory promotes CNS pathology in autoimmune inflammation, including chronic neurologic disorders like multiple sclerosis.
Patients from socially vulnerable areas show increased treatment adherence when treated at 340B-participating hospitals compared to non-participating hospitals. The study found no difference in use between 340B and non-340B hospitals but noted improved adherence among patients from disadvantaged areas.
Researchers discovered that 'odd viscosity' can create medium-sized eddies, leading to pattern formation. This phenomenon may exist in various natural contexts, including the sun's corona and solar wind.
A study published in Genome Medicine uses digital twins to computationally treat thousands of medications in individual patients with autoimmune diseases, finding promising results in mice and human tissue samples. The technology has the potential to revolutionize precision medicine by providing tailored medication for each patient.
By 2100, over 97% of countries will have fertility rates below replacement level, leading to huge shifts in global livebirths and significant challenges for economies. Low-income countries in sub-Saharan Africa are expected to continue driving population increases despite declining fertility rates globally.
Research highlights treating anxiety and depression in people with heart disease can significantly reduce emergency room visits, hospitalizations, and even death. The study found that talk therapy and antidepressant medications improved heart outcomes among those with blocked arteries or heart failure.
The Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation has expanded its leadership team with the appointment of Danielle Fragalla as CEO and Jeri Wilson as Vice President of Development, Principal Gifts. The foundation aims to accelerate research breakthroughs in pediatric cancer care, having granted $46 million to leading researchers so far.
Researchers at Columbia University discovered that a single motor neuron in flies can control complex head movements by activating different neurons based on sensory data. This finding sheds light on the neural mechanisms underlying movement and may help understand diseases like ALS.
A Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf research team introduces a new approach for transducing quantum information by harnessing the magnetic field of magnons within microscopic magnetic disks. This method could enable more efficient and effective control over qubits, paving the way for practical quantum computing applications.
Researchers have created a giant quantum vortex in superfluid helium, mimicking the gravitational conditions near rotating black holes. The study provides new avenues for simulations of finite-temperature quantum field theories within curved spacetimes.
Researchers identified traditional Polynesian and South American crops, such as breadfruit and yam, at early Rapa Nui settlements through starch analysis. These findings provide insight into the island's early agriculture and cultural exchange with South America.
A major new study has taken a stocktake of blue whale populations worldwide, identifying significant genetic differences among eastern Pacific, Antarctic subspecies, and pygmy subspecies. The research also found no evidence of inbreeding, but highlights ongoing human threats such as climate change, pollution, and shipping.
A research team from Doshisha University discovered a novel phenomenon for generating self-organized characteristic patterns through phase separation of polymer solutions in glass capillary tubes. They created uniform microdroplets containing DNA and medicines, which maintained their alignment for eight hours, offering insights into bi...
Researchers studied a subpopulation of transient killer whales that prey on marine mammals in the open ocean. They found two distinct foraging behaviors: independent diving and coordinated groups hunting along submarine canyons.
A free, weekly home delivery program of fresh fruits and vegetables improved participants' nutrition levels, physical activity levels, and cardiovascular disease risk factors. The 16-week program resulted in significant improvements in food insecurity, diet quality, and indicators of cardiovascular health.
A new AI system can predict people's attitudes towards vaccines using a small set of demographic and judgment variables. The study, which analyzed 3,476 adults in the US, found that the predictive model was accurate with moderate to high precision.
Researchers from Massey University and Michigan State University discuss the limit of the periodic table with recent advances in superheavy element research. They aim to uncover properties of atoms and nuclei beyond the current atomic number and mass.
Researchers have identified a crucial interface in a mutated protein that drives lung cancer growth, which could act as a target for more effective treatments. The study used advanced laser imaging techniques to provide unprecedented details of the protein's structure and interactions.
Genomic analysis of malaria parasites in pregnant women reveals reduced diversity in areas with elimination interventions implemented. Routine sampling of pregnant women can inform about changes in transmission and complement clinical data.
Researchers have developed diverse nanoparticles for cancer therapy, including micelles, liposomes, and hybrid nanoparticles, which can overcome challenges and deliver drugs with enhanced targeting abilities.
A study using fMRI found that speaking and listening rely on the same brain regions, but with crucial differences in activity levels across the language network. Regions associated with social processing were more involved when speaking.
The study reveals that a specific MP scheme simulates storms with less rain evaporation and weaker air movements compared to others. It also found that this scheme produces more cloud ice but rains less on the ground due to its handling of icy particles.
A new study from Boston University found that older men's ability to cope with stressors is crucial for their longevity. The researchers analyzed data from 743 men and discovered that the overall effort put into coping was more important than specific strategies or perceived stress levels. This finding suggests that older adults who st...
The air quality around new schools in England is alarming, with 86% of sites exceeding World Health Organization targets for major pollutants. Children are particularly vulnerable to the harmful effects of air pollution due to their developing bodies and organs.
Researchers developed a method to extract intersectional stereotypes from large datasets of English text, revealing pervasive androcentric and ethnocentric biases. The study found that certain traits were associated more frequently with specific intersectional groups, such as 'White Men' but not 'Black Women'.
Researchers at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital discovered a potential therapeutic target for high-risk neuroblastoma by studying the cellular personality switch driven by the MYCN protein. Inhibiting the protein KDM4 showed promising anticancer activity, blocking MYCN expression and repressing key oncogenes in disease models.
A new study by UT researchers links air pollution in Austin neighborhoods to increased asthma-related emergency room visits, particularly among Black and Latinx residents. The study highlights the urgent need for targeted interventions to mitigate pollution in high-asthma-burden neighborhoods.
A new study reveals that pauses in speech can provide information about how people's brains plan and produce speech. The research found that neighboring brain regions play a crucial role in speech planning, with longer latencies corresponding to planning and shorter latencies indicating physical mechanics of speaking.
Researchers at Rice University have developed an additive-free, water-based ink made of lignin and cellulose for producing architecturally intricate wood structures via direct ink writing. The new method exclusively uses nanoscale wood components for 3D printing, marking a significant advancement in the field.
Researchers have developed a cost-effective method to spatially characterize and map brain epigenomes, providing a comprehensive map of the brain's biology at genome scale. The approach enables understanding of gene activity outside of DNA sequences and has implications for treating brain disorders.
Researchers discover 'blueprint' for prehistoric Fenfolk's home interiors and daily routines in Must Farm site. The settlement revealed surprisingly comfortable lifestyles with modern-style homes, honey-glazed venison meals, and fine linen clothes.
Researchers found that daily cranberry extract consumption for 28 days improved running speeds by 1.5% and reduced post-exercise blood lactate levels. The study also showed increased muscle oxygenation rates and slower deoxygenation.
Research from the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC found that primary care telemedicine visits are associated with lower antibiotic prescription rates for children compared to virtual-only direct-to-consumer providers. The study highlights the importance of integrated telemedicine within primary care settings.
The study found that 90.98% of participants obtained a definitive result from colorectal cancer screening, with 31.71% being normal and 5.49% having non-neoplastic polyps. The results suggest the importance of primary care physicians in promoting secondary prevention and informing the population about the program.
A new study finds that e-cigarette users with a limited smoking history experience similar DNA changes to specific cheek cells as smokers. The researchers also found that some smoking-related epigenetic changes remain more stable after giving up smoking, suggesting that e-cigarettes may not be completely safe.
A new ingestible capsule with pressure sensors can pinpoint gut movement problems in patients, providing an unprecedented understanding of the digestive tract. The system has been tested in animals and is set to improve gastrointestinal disease detection.
A case-control study found that individuals with joint hypermobility were 30% more likely to not fully recover from COVID-19 infection and experience persistent fatigue associated with long COVID. The study, published in BMJ Public Health, also identified other underlying health conditions as risk factors for developing long COVID.
Researchers at Kaunas University of Technology developed a new material for perovskite solar cells, which exhibits better power conversion efficiencies and operational stability. The material, synthesised through polymerisation, can be used in both regular and inverted architecture solar cells.
A new method for correcting glare in plant phenotyping has been developed, using polarized light to improve accuracy and reduce complexity. The technique has been validated in field trials, showing significant improvements in image data accuracy and reduction of error and variance.
Researchers support increased genomic sequencing of dengue for better understanding of genetic diversity, transmission dynamics, and virulence. This could lead to the development of vaccines that don't require pre-screening for serotypes, enabling more efficient vaccination campaigns against this global disease.
A University of Gothenburg study reveals that knitting supports improved health by enabling people to unwind, offering a low-stakes social context, and providing structure. Knitting is found to improve both short-term and long-term mental health outcomes, with many participants noticing a decrease in anxiety and stress.
Researchers at Mass General Brigham have developed two AI foundation models, UNI and CONCH, to advance computational pathology. These models excel in diagnostic accuracy, prognostic insights, and predicting therapeutic responses, with universal applications in anatomic pathology.
A new UCLA study discovered a brain circuit that makes mice pursue fatty foods even when not hungry. People may possess the same cells, which could offer new insights into eating disorders. The research suggests that food-seeking neurons drive cravings for high-calorie foods, rather than hunger.
Researchers have demonstrated that attaching 'empty' backpacks to neutrophils activates them against cancer. The treated neutrophils infused into mice with cancer activated other immune cells and reduced tumor size. This technique is attractive as a 'drug-free' cell therapy for cancer.
A new study suggests that magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and lumbar puncture may not be necessary for diagnosing and managing immune effector cell-associated neurotoxicity syndrome (ICANS) in CAR T-cell therapy recipients. EEG findings often led to adjustments in medications, indicating its continued importance as a diagnostic tool.
Cory Brooks has been appointed as the new Editor-in-Chief of the journal, bringing his expertise in structural biology and antibody research to the role. He aims to advance understanding of antibody therapeutics and promote sharing of research on hybridoma technology.
A recent study reveals that sandy soil reptiles are more vulnerable to extinction and habitat loss due to climate change. The research analyzed occurrence records for ten species of lizard and snake adapted to sandy habitats in South America's dry regions.
The USPSTF states that current evidence is insufficient to assess the benefits and harms of primary care interventions. Child maltreatment has profound effects on health, development, and survival throughout childhood and adulthood.
A new trial demonstrates that non-allergy specialist healthcare professionals can safely assess and remove penicillin allergy labels in low-risk patients, with no serious hypersensitivity reactions reported. This approach has the potential to improve quality of clinical care and reduce antimicrobial resistance.