A new study found that honey bees extract nearly 80% of available pollen in a day, leaving little for native bee species. This exploitation could lead to population declines and disruption of ecosystem balance.
Researchers studied pigeons' gaze following behavior in groups, finding they do indeed follow collective cues. The experiment revealed that group size plays a role in the effect, but there is no specific minimum number of pigeons required to produce the result.
Researchers discovered LAG-3 inhibits T cell activity through spatial proximity to TCR, not ligand binding. This discovery enables precise modulation of autoreactive T cells in autoimmune diseases.
A recent review in Nature Reviews Clean Technology presents a pathway for scaling up decoupled water electrolysis technologies to produce industrial-scale green hydrogen. This clean alternative offers a low-carbon solution to replace fossil fuels and unlock the potential of replacing the world's dependency on fossil fuels.
A new study reveals that AI systems transition from relying on word positions to meaning-based understanding as they receive enough data for training. The transition occurs abruptly, similar to a phase transition in physical systems, and is driven by the amount of data available.
Researchers developed a high-fidelity FSI model to predict impact loads under wave conditions, revealing pivotal mechanisms for airbag-cushioned reentry capsule design. The study provides a scientific foundation for optimizing spacecraft recovery and establishing technical cornerstones for future crewed missions.
Scientists are working on a genetic cure for the world's most common inherited heart disease, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), with a new gene editing tool. The team aims to correct mutations that cause the disease, which affects 14 million people worldwide.
Researchers developed indium-based metal–organic frameworks (In-MOFs) to improve poly(vinylidene fluoride–hexafluoropropylene) electrolyte performance in all-solid-state lithium metal batteries. The In-MOFs enhance electrochemical stability and ionic conductivity, leading to significant performance improvements.
Researchers found that rod bipolar cells can form new functional connections with cones when their usual partners stop working in retinitis pigmentosa. This adaptation mechanism could reveal new targets for treatments aimed at preserving vision.
A new design method, SPADE, evaluates UAV video surveillance system quality without real-world manipulations. It assesses the impact of image resolution on object detection performance., The SPADE method can be applied to various UAV systems and will aid in designing complex large-scale systems involving multiple UAVs.
A study of 168,547 postmenopausal women found that excess weight is associated with a 31% higher risk of breast cancer in those with cardiovascular disease. Higher BMI also increases the risk in women without cardiovascular disease, although to a lesser extent.
Researchers from the University of Warsaw and the University of British Columbia have discovered a new type of exotic quantum excitation called a lone spinon. This finding deepens our understanding of magnetism and could have implications for the development of future technologies such as quantum computers.
Scientists model and predict gastric cancer development using theoretical tools and dynamic indicators, providing a novel perspective for early diagnosis. The study identifies key warning signals in TGF-β regulation, offering a robust theoretical foundation for clinical early warnings.
Researchers at Mayo Clinic developed pioneering therapies to prevent organ rejection without the need for immunosuppression. A recent phase 3 clinical trial found that 75% of participants were able to stop taking immunosuppressive medications for more than two years, with some patients staying off medication for over three years.
Rice University professor Lei Li has received a NSF CAREER Award to develop wearable medical imaging technology capable of visualizing deep tissue function in real time. The project aims to miniaturize hospital-grade imaging systems into compact, energy-efficient wearables.
The discovery of dense clouds of neutral hydrogen gas within the Fermi bubbles challenges current understanding of their formation and age. These 'ice-like' clouds are found at 12,000 light years above the Milky Way's center and are much younger than previously estimated.
A new study suggests that dedicating just 1% of global offshore wind investments by 2050 could fund the restoration of millions of square kilometers of marine ecosystems. This approach would not only support the energy transition but also make a net-positive contribution to large-scale ecosystem restoration.
Researchers develop a new framework that optimizes urban drone logistics networks for cost, safety, and noise. The method uses a dual-population co-evolutionary algorithm to balance competing objectives and reduce noise exposure in sensitive areas.
Researchers developed a nonlinear model that captures plants' dynamic response to water stress, revealing 'water spenders' and 'water savers.' The model improves climate predictions and informs water management, providing insights into plant adaptations and soil drydowns.
A recent study by Carnegie Mellon University found that illegally manufactured fentanyl primarily enters the US via counties along the Canadian border. The analysis revealed these counties accounted for over 40% of large fentanyl seizures in 2023-2024, despite comprising only 3.1% of the national population. This finding undermines eff...
A Mayo Clinic team developed an AI system that can automatically identify surgical incisions and flag signs of infection in patient-submitted photos. The model achieved high accuracy in detecting incisions and identifying infections, with potential to streamline communication between patients and their care teams.
Recent advancements have identified several immunomodulators with promising roles in AIH treatment, including MMF, tacrolimus, sirolimus, infliximab, rituximab, and belimumab. These agents target specific immune pathways and have shown efficacy in achieving biochemical and histological remission.
Researchers at UTA and UT Southwestern Medical School developed an adaptive spine board overlay that redistributes pressure more effectively than traditional evacuation surfaces. The device features sensor-driven pressure modulation and autonomously adjusts air-cell pressure to maintain optimal distribution for each patient.
A recent study published in eNeuro found that mobile mindfulness meditation apps can improve attention control in adults, as measured by eye movement tasks. Self-reported measures suggest that participants were unaware of the cognitive improvement from meditation.
A new autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) imaged a previously unexplored portion of the seafloor in ultra-deep waters near the Mariana Trench. The OECI partnered with Orpheus Ocean and federal agencies to advance understanding of critical minerals.
Researchers at OIST have synthesized a stable 20-electron ferrocene derivative, defying the traditional 18-electron rule. This breakthrough could lead to new applications in energy storage, chemical manufacturing, and sustainable chemistry.
Scientists use argon plasma to disperse and guide metal atoms to desired positions, reducing waste and maximizing the use of rare metals. The method allows for the creation of ultra-thin single-layer metal clusters with precise control over atom placement, enabling efficient catalysis in green technologies.
The Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI) has selected 13 undergraduate students for its highly competitive Summer Fellowship program. The students will engage in hands-on research using state-of-the-art techniques and participate in professional development workshops.
Researchers have uncovered evidence of anomalous radioactive decay in cobalt-57 under ultrasonic stimulation, supporting the Deformed Space-Time (DST) theory. The findings suggest energy-dependent space-time distortions that violate local Lorentz invariance, leading to a departure from conventional exponential decay laws.
A new combination treatment strategy selectively targets ovarian tumor cells, reducing growth in preclinical models. The approach identifies effective regimens to treat genetically diverse cancers by blocking specific growth signaling pathways.
Researchers developed a Stability-enhanced VPM that addresses numerical stability issues, enabling accurate simulations of complex flows. The method demonstrates improved stability and accuracy in simulating high Reynolds number flows and shear turbulence.
Researchers developed an innovative NES-AVS device with real-time stiffness adaptation, achieving 84% reduction in flexible rod tip displacement. The composite controller ensures robust detumbling control and high efficiency during detumbling processes.
Research by the University of Exeter finds that youth volunteering encourages young men from disengaged homes to vote for the first time. However, this effect is not observed for young women from similar backgrounds. Volunteering effectively reduces socio-economic inequalities in voter turnout among young people.
Scientists at NSF NCAR developed a method using satellite imagery and USGS data to assess forest recovery, revealing that areas with conservation practices recover faster. The study also found that fire severity increases in unprotected areas and that evergreen forests benefit the most from protective measures.
Researchers challenge simplistic statements on food decisions, citing methodological flaws in a 2007 study. They propose defining food-related decisions in concrete terms and advocate for methodological pluralism to gain a realistic picture of people's everyday food choices.
Researchers have detected planet-forming 'pebbles' around two young stars, DG Tau and HL Tau, revealing large reservoirs of pebbles out to at least Neptune-like orbits. This discovery offers an early glimpse into the formation of planetary systems and may help understand how planets are formed.
Researchers at Boston University have created a new language model called PodGPT that combines expert knowledge from podcasts with the latest research articles. The model has been shown to better understand and answer scientific questions, particularly those related to biology, math, and medicine.
A new study maps the internal behavior of soft materials when deformed, revealing localized fracture events and heterogeneous flows. The findings challenge long-standing assumptions and provide valuable insights for improving manufacturing techniques.
A new study resolves why male-female power asymmetries vary across primate societies, finding that contests between males and females are common. The research reveals that female empowerment often relies on alternative pathways, such as reproductive strategies to gain control over matings.
Researchers developed pulsating, fabricated microneedles that can deliver medication into the body without causing pain. The PIDES method produces microneedles with a sharp and rigid tip, ideal for skin penetration, and demonstrates controlled time-dependent drug release profiles.
A team of researchers has introduced an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) into the SRV-aided CP network and designed a locally-centralized CP method based on clustering optimization strategy. The proposed strategy fully integrates the positioning resources of the entire network, aiming to improve the CP performance of SRV-aided networks. S...
CD8⁺ T cell exhaustion is the silent saboteur of immune destruction, caused by chronic antigen exposure, immune suppressor cells, and epigenetic shifts. Next-generation interventions like CAR-T engineering and CRISPR-based reprogramming promise to restore immune vigor.
Researchers found that Prozac's impact on mood behaviors is critical to the timing of its administration, with early postnatal exposure leading to increased anxiety- and depression-like behaviors, while adolescent exposure had the opposite effect. This study provides crucial mechanistic insights into alterations in neurocircuits that r...
Researchers developed a method to grow titanium dioxide nanorod arrays with controllable spacing, achieving high-performance solar cells. The team's findings offer a new toolkit for crafting nanostructures across clean energy and optoelectronics.
A study from UAB suggests that infants' optimal attention strategy for acquiring new vocabulary involves following the speaker's gaze and focusing on the object, but not mouth or eye movements. This finding offers reassurance about facemasks' impact on language development.
Researchers at the University of Konstanz and Queen Mary University of London have made a significant breakthrough in artificial blood production by identifying the molecular signal CXCL12 that triggers the expulsion of the nucleus in red blood cells. This finding could lead to more efficient artificial blood production and has far-rea...
Research reveals rainfall dramatically affects planktonic fungal communities in urban lakes, reducing species richness and evenness. Parasitic fungi emerge as key biomarkers, with changes in their abundance and distribution observed following precipitation.
This study simulated biodegradable microplastic transport using a 3D hydrodynamic model, revealing seasonal variations and distribution patterns. Biodegradable microplastics are mainly distributed in the surface layer, while negatively buoyant MPs accumulate in sediments.
Researchers discovered plants can select good microbes and suppress harmful ones to thrive in challenging conditions. The concept of functional team selection highlights the importance of microbiome diversity in plant adaptation.
A study by City University of Hong Kong found that public attitudes toward feral buffalo in Hong Kong fall into four categories: appreciation, concern, conservation value, and individual perceptions. The survey collected responses from 657 participants, showing a mix of positive, negative, and neutral views towards the buffaloes' prese...
A team from Kyushu University has discovered that the smallest known protein-based tRNA-processing enzyme, HARP, forms a star-shaped complex to cut both ends of tRNA. This finding sheds light on how HARP processes the 5' leader sequence and reveals a new mechanism for RNA processing.
Researchers found that Parkinson's disease symptoms on one side of the body can predict cognitive decline and psychiatric disorders. The study analyzed 80 studies to demonstrate the critical importance of personalized care tailored to individual disease profiles.
Researchers identified four distinct pathways leading to Alzheimer's disease, revealing how conditions progress step-by-step toward the condition. The study validated findings in a nationally diverse population, suggesting that understanding these pathways could fundamentally change how clinicians approach early detection and prevention.
The team introduces medium-entropy ceramics with a lower synthesis temperature while preserving high Q×f values, leading to enhanced overall performance. The B-site bonding energy is improved, resulting in near-zero τf, and the conductivity is attributed to oxygen vacancy diffusion.
A team of researchers from UC3M, MIT and Adobe have developed Imprinto, a system for embedding invisible digital information in printed documents. This technology uses infrared ink and a special camera to enable advanced interaction with physical documents without altering their visual appearance.
Research on mass timber found that exposed wood can resist bacterial abundance and inhibit the spread of pathogens, making it a promising material for healthcare facilities. The study's results also suggest that wood can emit compounds called terpenes, which have antimicrobial properties.
A new approach to forest fire emergency response uses data-driven forecasting to anticipate where fires are most likely to occur. The system continuously adapts to changing conditions, ensuring resources are always positioned where they can be most effective.
Researchers highlight the benefits of artificial intelligence in glioblastoma management, including improved diagnosis, treatment planning, and personalized therapy. AI-based models can analyze radiological images, predict tumor characteristics, and suggest effective treatments, promising to improve patient outcomes and survival rates.
A study found that women exhibit more efficient fat utilization and better glucose and fat handling compared to men after exercise. Regular endurance training led to improvements in metabolic performance and reduced the risk of type 2 diabetes, regardless of sex.
Researchers have launched an open-source platform to benchmark, improve and run competitions for single-cell genomics computational methods. The platform standardizes evaluations, fosters reproducibility and accelerates progress towards open challenges in this fast-moving field.