Researchers have discovered a novel method to identify tauonium, the smallest and heaviest atom with pure electromagnetic interaction. By collecting data near the threshold of tauon pair production, scientists can detect tauonium and measure its properties with unprecedented precision.
Research from Binghamton University reveals that worker rights, including forming trade unions and bargaining collectively, are the most vulnerable human rights. The study finds that economic globalization has led to increased competition between governments and corporations, resulting in reduced labor protections in many countries.
Researchers developed a high-efficiency hollow-core fiber optic cable with a larger core diameter and anti-resonant structure, improving coupling transmission efficiency and damage threshold. The cable system demonstrates excellent performance in transmitting high-energy pulsed lasers for medical applications.
A new study reveals that neural activity related to sound detection and movement are temporally separated but share commonalities, with neurons adapting their activity based on experience. The findings shed light on the brain's complex processing of sensory information and behavioral choices.
A study published in Blood Neoplasia reveals that older adults with acute myeloid leukemia can benefit from standard treatment, with roughly a quarter experiencing durable prolonged survival. The conventional treatment of venetoclax combined with a hypomethylating agent (HMA) is safe and effective for those over 80 years old.
Researchers in South Korea have detected the first hepatitis E virus from urban Norway rats, raising concerns about potential human transmission. The study found that 4.4% of examined rats carried the virus, which is linked to symptoms like fever, fatigue, and jaundice in humans.
Researchers discuss therapeutic opportunities for hypermutated urothelial carcinomas that are resistant to immunotherapy, including the potential of targeted therapies. High TMB is associated with defects in mismatch repair proteins and can lead to increased sensitivity to cancer treatments.
A UCLA-led study reveals that chemotherapy for early-stage breast cancer in women over 65 can lead to a significant decline in physical function. The study found that 30% of older women who received chemotherapy experienced a substantial decline, with climbing stairs and walking being the most affected activities.
A new study from the University of Washington finds that Navy Growler jet noise in Whidbey Island exposes over 74,000 people to harmful levels of noise. The research reveals that repeated exposure to high-intensity and low-frequency noise can lead to stress hormone responses, hearing impairment, and sleep disturbance.
Higher cortisol levels in the womb may lower a boy's IQ score at age 7, while higher urine cortisone levels may improve a girl's IQ score. Research suggests that prenatal exposure to cortisol affects cognitive function in children independently of sex.
Experts at the University of Birmingham have proposed a new approach to transport ticketing using blockchain technology and ontology. The system, called STUB, aims to provide a universal and accessible ticketing framework that can be used by multiple providers.
Researchers found that a small number of biochemical pathways are responsible for the majority of metabolic changes in autism. These changes may be linked to the cell danger response and can be partially restored with existing pharmaceutical drugs.
A Mayo Clinic study of 492,597 patients with melanoma found that Black men are more likely to be diagnosed at later stages and experience worse outcomes due to the disease. In contrast, Black female patients fared better, with a higher survival rate for stage 3 melanoma.
MIT engineers create technique to image bioluminescent molecules in deep tissue with high resolution, enabling detailed studies of brain cell development and communication. The method uses engineered blood vessels that dilate in response to light, allowing researchers to pinpoint the source of light.
A new paper shows that evolvability, a measure of a population's ability to evolve, predicts macroevolution by correlating with population divergence. Traits with higher evolvability are more divergent among existing populations and species, indicating rapid adaptation to environmental changes.
A secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial found that home blood pressure self-monitoring plus medication self-titration reduces BP in the longer term without increasing healthcare use or adverse events. This simple, inexpensive intervention has potential to improve long-term hypertension control in routine clinical practice.
A Swedish study of people living with obesity found that poor muscle health is associated with a higher risk of an early death. Adverse muscle composition was up to three times more likely to lead to death during the course of the study than those with healthy muscles.
Researchers studied cardiothoracic surgeons and found that accumulating failures triggers forces both increasing the opportunity to learn and decreasing motivation. This effect is higher for surgeons with lower perceived abilities to learn.
Researchers have developed novel high-order boron-nitrogen fused polycyclic aromatic frameworks that improve device performance and narrowband emission. The compounds exhibited substantial improvements in photophysical parameters, including fluorescence quantum yield and reverse intersystem crossing rate.
Scientists have discovered a new way to transform an insulating material into a semimetal by exposing it to ultrafast laser pulses. This process alters the energy states and electron movement, temporarily creating a semimetallic state that can be used in devices with dynamic properties.
The American Journal of Health Economics has released a special issue on health equity, examining the intersections of race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability with healthcare access and outcomes. Key findings include a positive correlation between gender-affirming care and mental health among low-income tran...
Researchers discovered that spliceosomes, responsible for removing introns from genes, can remain active and engage with removed introns, potentially reinserting them into the genome. This finding suggests a possible role of spliceosomes in our DNA recycling and adds complexity to the genome.
A recent MSU study identified large gaps between people's career interests and U.S. job demands, indicating unfulfilled interests at work. The study found that artistic interests are the most popular but least demanded among jobs, while conventional or systematic work is highly demanded despite being less popular.
Researchers discovered three unique multiferroic materials exhibiting ferrimagnetism and ferro/antiferroelectricity at room temperature. The materials are achieved through d-p spin coupling combined with center-symmetry-breaking organic heterocycles in 2D metal-organic frameworks.
A new method is introduced to study topological photonic phase in real space using information entropy, enabling the identification of topological states without relying on band structures. This approach provides a novel way to analyze physical properties of topological systems.
The Kobe University study traced the HIV variant CRF01_AE to Thailand, where it emerged around 1977. The virus then spread through Southeast Asia and was introduced to Indonesia at least three times, with an Indonesian strain moving to Iran. Understanding these transmission trends is crucial for developing effective treatments.
Scientists have developed strong-field photoelectron holography to visualize electron dynamics within molecules, revealing details of internuclear separation and atomic behavior.
Researchers created a new model to study the effects of undernutrition on the microbiome, which can help identify specific microbes that impact development. The model mimics early childhood experiences and shows promise in understanding the underlying causes of stunted growth and other harmful effects of undernutrition.
A recent study by Kyoto University reveals that expatriates' boundary-spanning activities can lead to role stress, emotional exhaustion, and a sense of being an outsider among local employees. The study highlights the need for careful management to mitigate these negative impacts.
A new approach uses neural networks to automatically determine polynomial coefficients for digital pre-distortion (DPD) in RF-PAs, reducing hardware complexity and power efficiency. This method can correct non-linearities and support emerging standards without extensive real-time processing.
Carboxysomes, tiny compartments in certain bacteria and algae, convert carbon dioxide into organic compounds. HKUST researchers have discovered their assembly mechanism, which could help redesign and repurpose them to boost photosynthesis in plants. The breakthrough aims to improve crop yields and mitigate global warming.
A team of researchers using the James Webb Space Telescope has detected signs of an atmosphere around 55 Cancri e, a rocky exoplanet. The planet's surface is estimated to be molten, but the team believes it may have a secondary atmosphere that could provide insights into habitable planets.
A research team at Kyoto University found that interactive AI programs can reduce prejudice and anxiety among historically divided ethnic groups in Afghanistan during online interactions. Participants in the AI intervention group showed more engagement and significantly less prejudice and anxiety compared to the control group.
A new study by Dobrev and Verhaal found that three strategic assets - organizational resources, capabilities, and position - help credibly communicate a firm's identity. These factors enable craft producers to convey their authenticity effectively without relying on overt claims.
Graduates with AI knowledge are more likely to receive job interviews and better pay, according to a new study published in Oxford Economic Papers. Researchers found that applicants with AI capital were 54% more likely to get an interview invitation than those without, while larger firms valued AI skills even more.
A Swedish study found that individuals with large fat cells tend to lose weight over time, while those with small fat cells gain weight. The study suggests that measuring the size of fat cells could be important for weight management later in life.
Researchers found that men with obesity have increased adipose tissue insulin resistance and higher levels of free fatty acids in the blood. This may partly explain why type 2 diabetes is more common in men. The study suggests that sex differences in adipose tissue insulin sensitivity could be a key factor in this disparity.
Researchers from ANU and UoN unlock the secrets of carboxysomal carbonic anhydrase, an enzyme crucial for cyanobacteria's efficient carbon dioxide capture. This discovery holds promise for engineering climate-resilient crops that can produce more food while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Delirium is a disturbance in attention and awareness that develops over a short period, commonly occurring in cardiac patients undergoing surgery. Recognizing delirium early can lead to tailored work-up and intervention, reducing duration and negative consequences.
Researchers at Hefei Institutes of Physical Science developed a novel design for line-filtering capacitors featuring 'Matryoshka doll' structure electrodes, which provide a powerful and space-saving solution. The devices exhibit exceptional impedance phase angles, low resistance-capacitance time constants, and high specific capacitance.
A new Dartmouth study has found that prolonged contact between locals and migrants in Afghanistan did not reduce prejudice against migrants. The researchers tested psychologist Gordon Allport's 'contact theory' through a vocational training program, but found that structural changes are needed to address the issue.
A team from Korea University College of Medicine has discovered the evolutionary process of glioblastoma recurrence through proteogenomic analysis, providing potential therapeutic avenues. They found that recurrent tumors undergo neuronal transition and BRAF protein kinase activation, leading to resistance to standard treatments.
A new Bayesian inference framework reduces data size by over 80% while achieving accurate modeling and control of optical power evolution. The approach enables simultaneous exploitation and exploration of a data space to identify suitable candidates for autonomous driving optical networks.
This study emphasizes the importance of social determinants in ICU rehabilitation delivery for older adults. Inequities in rehabilitation delivery were found to be associated with various social factors, underscoring the need for targeted interventions to address these disparities.
Researchers constructed versatile genetic tools for Saccharolobus islandicus REY15A, including genome editing and protein expression systems. A dual plasmid vector system was developed to enrich the genetic toolbox for this model archaeon.
A new study finds that fezolinetant significantly reduces the frequency and severity of hot flushes in menopausal women for up to 24 weeks without serious side effects. The drug, approved by the FDA and EMA, works by blocking a brain protein involved in regulating body temperature.
Scientists achieved stable magnetic skyrmion bundles in a chiral helimagnetic material at room temperature and zero magnetic field, overcoming previous challenges. This breakthrough could enhance the development of topological spintronic devices.
Researchers discovered six microRNAs that play a significant role in the pathogenicity of Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense, a soil-borne fungus causing widespread disease in bananas. The study found that these microRNAs regulate fungal conidiation and infective growth, providing valuable targets for disease control strategies.
Researchers discovered a link between high arm fat and low bone quality, particularly in the spine. Those with excess body fat, regardless of BMI, had lower bone quality and strength in their vertebrae.
Wildfires in the Amazon's old-growth forests increased by 152% in 2023, primarily caused by drought, with most of them occurring in Roraima state. This surge in forest fires poses significant risks to the environment and public health.
Researchers developed Na-doped ZnO nanoneedles for detecting lung cancer biomarkers, exhibiting high sensitivity and selectivity. The gas sensor outperforms pure ZnO by 7 times, making it a promising solution for early lung cancer diagnosis.
Scientists have developed a method to transform chicken fat into carbon-based electrodes for supercapacitors, which store energy and power LED lights. The new technology has shown good capacitance, durability, high energy, and power density, highlighting the potential of using food waste as a carbon source in green energy.
The book examines the influence of automobiles on ideas about the future, technology, entrepreneurship, risk, safety, showmanship, politics, sex, gender, business, and the state. Prof. Dimitry Anastakis's work addresses the intersection of business, the state, and politics in post-1945 Canada.
A new IU study reveals that young infants' daily-life input is unique to their age, characterized by high-contrast edges and simple patterns, which serve as a foundation for human vision. This finding has implications for addressing lifelong visual deficiencies and improving AI visual systems.
Neurons exhibit 'mixed selectivity,' integrating multiple inputs and computations, ensuring focused cognition. The brain employs mechanisms like oscillations and neuromodulators to recruit neurons and tune them to relevant information.
Researchers at Imperial College London and the University of Bristol studied 60 explosive volcanic eruptions worldwide to understand the frequency, composition, and size of eruptions. They found that magma buoyancy, storage time in shallower chambers, and reservoir size are key factors driving eruptions.
The World Institute of Kimchi developed a technology to convert cabbage byproducts into biodegradable plastics using bio-refactoring. Malic acid in cabbage byproducts improves PHA productivity.
Researchers at Oregon State University discovered that the shape and surface chemistry of silver nanoparticles significantly impact their environmental toxicity. The study, published in Nanomaterials, found that certain formats can preserve beneficial properties while limiting negative effects.
Scientists utilize spatial proteogenomic datasets to identify specific cell composition in normal human livers, enabling the creation of high-precision liver lobules. The researchers successfully assembled vascularized bioengineered liver lobules with microfluidics, demonstrating their potential for drug screening and liver regeneration.
A comparative analysis of robot-assisted language learning systems and human tutors found that robots can improve English-speaking skills through repetitive practice. However, human interaction is still essential for developing real-life language use. The study used a table-top humanoid robot to teach 26 university students, showing si...