Researchers developed an analytics-driven framework to improve chronic disease care by tailoring patient encounters based on socioeconomic and demographic factors. The study found disparities in care access among underserved populations, highlighting the need for risk-sensitive decision-making processes.
Researchers develop AI-based monitoring system to link pesticide exposure to honeybee pollen-foraging behavior and overall colony health. The study confirms previous findings that neonicotinoid pesticides affect honeybee colony dynamics.
Researchers at Penn State have identified key immune system proteins that trigger severe inflammatory responses to parasitic eggs, which cause the disease. The study provides a better understanding of the body's response and could lead to new therapeutic approaches.
Five MD Anderson researchers will receive the AACR Scientific Achievement Awards for their significant contributions to translational research and oncology leadership. The honorees include Robert Bast, Ronald DePinho, Christopher Flowers, Han Liang, and another researcher not specified in this article.
Researchers at the University of Exeter have observed wild chimpanzees consuming and sharing fermented African breadfruit containing ethanol, raising questions about the potential benefits of alcohol consumption in primates. The study suggests that chimps may be seeking out alcohol for social bonding and relaxation, similar to humans.
A study published in Psychiatric Research and Clinical Practice found significant improvement in depressive symptoms and emotional well-being in adolescents after receiving inpatient psychiatric care. The study highlights the effectiveness of pediatric inpatient psychiatry units in improving mental health outcomes.
The conference aims to promote international exchange and collaboration in the field of bionic systems, featuring research findings and innovation. It is an open-access journal indexed in multiple databases, providing a platform for experts, scholars, and industry professionals.
Researchers created a methodology to replace two diesel engines with pneumatic propellers, generating 250 kW of power and reducing fuel costs by USD 73,000. The study showed that the payback period for retrofitting a ferry with air motors is around 8 years.
Researchers developed a chemical probe to study Mycobacterium tuberculosis outer envelope component mycolic acid, revealing its role in evading immune responses. The probe provides insight into the pathogen's survival mechanisms and may inform new treatment strategies.
Researchers created a stretchable sticker that can detect real human emotions by measuring physiological signals. The device combines facial expression analysis with other important physiological signals to better distinguish between genuine emotions and acted ones.
The study uses novel visualization techniques to quantify the economic benefits of infrastructure investments, with bridges having the highest county-specific impact. Investments in roads and traffic safety infrastructure have the greatest economic improvement on neighboring counties.
SourcePenn State·JournalInternational Journal of Transportation Science and Technology·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 21, 2025
A new study found that over 50 million people in the US live in counties with no air-quality monitoring, increasing their exposure to air pollution. Rural areas, particularly those in the Midwest and South, were more likely to lack monitoring sites, often due to poverty and limited access to healthcare.
SourcePenn State·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 21, 2025
A plume of hot rocks from the Earth's mantle created a conveyor belt for heat to rise, leading to the gradual uplift of the Arabian Peninsula and the creation of a land bridge between Asia and Africa. This event enabled the early ancestors of elephants, giraffes, and humans to roam between the two continents.
The Clearinghouse has received a major grant to expand access to evidence-informed parenting programs for Air Force families, aiming to strengthen military family resilience and well-being. The Thrive Initiative will provide research-backed resources tailored to the specific challenges faced by these families.
Researchers developed an IEAC framework combining robust security with high-capacity transmission performance, achieving a record 1 Tb/s secure transmission over 1,200 km of optical fibre. The system eliminates the trade-off between security and speed by integrating encryption into the communication process.
Researchers developed a quantum cooling engine that manipulates energy flow without feedback control, relying solely on quantum measurements. The engine successfully reversed heat flow, with entanglement found to influence the energy exchange between the working substance and measurement apparatus.
Researchers from UT Arlington discovered that many wastewater treatment plants are unable to effectively remove dangerous microplastics, which can transport other pollutants into the environment. This poses potential long-term health impacts for humans, including cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Researchers found introduced tree species are picking up speed and decreasing native diversity over time. The study used data from a 120-year-old program to quantify the effects of introduced species on native ecosystems.
Despite decreased professional stress post-pandemic, US health care workers still report high burnout levels compared to pre-pandemic periods. The VHA's efforts to reduce burnout show promise but further exploration is necessary.
Researchers have identified a molecular pathway that disrupts brain development in children with myotonic dystrophy, leading to symptoms of autism. The study reveals how genetic mutations affect the splicing process, resulting in characteristic features of autism.
Researchers at Columbia University have discovered over a dozen new quantum states in twisted molybdenum ditelluride, which can be created without an external magnet. These states hold promise for building topological quantum computers with unique properties that could reduce errors and improve performance.
A new coastal management model provides a dynamic approach to adapting to rising sea levels, considering future scenarios and real-time conditions to minimize costs. The model's sequence of suggested actions is generated through advanced mathematical techniques, including Markov Decision Processes and dynamic programming.
Researchers found that the brain prioritizes more important items, representing them with higher precision and lower resolution for less important ones. The frontal cortex communicates with the visual cortex to decide which item receives more working memory resources.
A groundbreaking legal framework in Ecuador has successfully blocked mining projects and won landmark court cases, protecting endangered frogs and the Junin community. The Rights of Nature approach aims to preserve entire ecosystems holistically, promoting care, stewardship, and coexistence with all life forms.
A team led by Penn State researchers has developed a method to detect, measure and localize porosity defects inside 3D-printed metal parts using acoustic sensors built into the printing platform. This technique aims to improve efficiency, quality control and reliability of 3D-printed metal parts.
A large US youth sample shows increased rates of anxiety and depression from 2016 to 2022. In contrast, asthma and severe headaches or migraines decreased in this cohort.
A new study from the University of Kansas explores the role of working memory in word problem-solving for students with and without math difficulties. Researchers found that using interventions to improve working memory can benefit students who struggle with math, reducing cognitive load and improving word problem-solving ability.
The percentage of children under 18 with anxiety and depression rose steadily from 2016 to 2022, while physical health problems like asthma and severe headaches decreased. Experts emphasize the need for more support for parents and schools to address youth mental health.
A study found that even sublethal doses of insecticides like imidacloprid can reduce successful mating in bumble bees and alter their chemical signaling, affecting sperm viability and lipid storage.
A new study found that both oral and injectable forms of naltrexone are effective in reducing heavy drinking among hospitalized patients. The medication was administered before discharge, resulting in a significant decrease in heavy drinking within the last 30 days of the three-month follow-up period.
Participants who took the supplement showed improvements in grip strength, lower body mobility, and reductions in body weight. The supplement appeared to reduce stem cell turnover, regulate immune function, and influence gene activity related to stress response.
A UT Health San Antonio-led discovery could redefine drug discovery by turning IV medications into orally administered treatments for brain cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and other complex conditions. The new strategy uses a protein receptor called CD36 to efficiently deliver large molecules into cells.
Researchers developed a new method that uses simple grayscale eye photos to predict anemia in children. The technique analyzes patterns and textures in the conjunctiva of the eye, avoiding problems caused by different light conditions or camera models.
A large-scale study published in JNeurosci reveals distinct brain activity patterns during lucid dreaming compared to rapid eye movement sleep and wakefulness. The findings suggest shifts in brain region activation and communication that may be linked to changes in perception, memory processing, self-awareness, and cognitive control.
The center aims to reduce school absences by understanding the health impacts of environmental exposures on rural and agricultural communities. The team will develop a Children's Health and Social Vulnerability Index to assess health needs and guide comprehensive interventions.
Researchers analyzed structural and thermochronological data to resolve the timing and emplacement of Longmen Shan klippes. The study proposes a revised tectonic model highlighting the role of gravity in thrust belt propagation, resolving regional tectonic controversies.
The US Naval Research Laboratory showcased its latest advancements in defense technology, including the OmniGlobe, a large spherical display visualizing Earth's environmental data. NRL's PROTEUS tool provides near real-time global tracking and analysis of maritime vessels.
Scientists successfully fabricated micron-scale metal patterns on living tardigrades, enabling controlled movement through magnetic fields. This breakthrough opens doors for micro/nanofabrication of living organisms and bio-inorganic hybrid systems.
A team of Australian scientists has performed a CT scan of the interstellar medium using a scintillating pulsar, mapping previously unseen layers of plasma. The study reveals an unexpected abundance of compact plasma blobs within the Local Bubble and measures the three-dimensional shape of a bow shock for the first time.
New research found that COVID vaccines significantly reduced the risk of long COVID in children and adolescents. Vaccination was about 95% effective in preventing long COVID in some cohorts, primarily due to its ability to prevent initial infection.
Researchers introduced a recombinant protein to pericytes, which change shape and create cellular bridges that support axon regeneration. In mouse experiments, the treatment promoted robust axon regenerative growth and restored leg function.
Researchers at UC Irvine develop a cell-based platform to deliver disease-fighting proteins throughout the brain, reducing inflammation, preserving neurons, and reversing neurodegeneration in mice. The engineered microglia can detect disease-specific changes and release enzymes to break down toxic proteins.
Adding an experimental cancer drug to standard TB treatment reduces lung damage and prevents post-TB lung disease in mice. Researchers found that the drug doubled pulmonary apoptosis and reduced lung scarring by 40% compared to standard treatments.
Researchers have developed a new material, coronene-Br2 NDA cocrystal, which converts solar heat into electricity with an exceptional photothermal conversion efficiency of 67.2% under 808 nm irradiation. The material is integrated into a thermoelectric generator to achieve high-performance solar-thermoelectric energy harvesting.
A study found DDT residues in trout from Canadian lakes, with levels up to ten times the recommended safe limit. The persistence of these residues poses a risk to wildlife that consumes the fish.
Satellites in traditional orbits face challenges such as crowding, lower resolution imaging, and longer distances for data transmission. Researchers are developing novel thruster systems to address these issues, including a self-neutralized air-breathing plasma thruster that uses the surrounding air as a propellant.
Researchers found that pathogenic bacteria like Pseudomonas syringae produce glycosyrin, a molecule that blocks plant immune surveillance. Plants have evolved countermeasures to strip away sugars from flagellin, but this bacterial strategy disrupts these defenses and creates conditions favorable for bacterial growth.
A new Princeton startup has developed a technology to boost minerals production from evaporation ponds, doubling the efficiency of lithium and nitrate extraction. The innovation uses a black disc with an anti-fouling coating to accelerate evaporation rates, alleviating the need for large-scale construction of new ponds.
The Pediatric Academic Societies have awarded 33 Trainee Travel Grants to recognize and support emerging talent in pediatric research. The grants include complimentary registration to the PAS 2025 Meeting and a $500 travel grant to encourage participation.
A randomized clinical trial of transcranial pulsed current stimulation found significant improvements in social functioning and sleep in children with autism spectrum disorder. The treatment, which targeted the prefrontal-cerebellar region, was well-tolerated and showed promise as a viable alternative to pharmaceutical interventions.
Researchers created a lightweight filter that can run on small microcontrollers, identifying and removing likely speech content from audio data before it's sent off the device. This helps balance utility and privacy, enabling devices like smart speakers to prioritize user security while still offering valuable sensing capabilities.
Juvenile-onset recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (JORRP) is a rare disease causing chronic hoarseness and breathing difficulties in children. New clinical guidelines provide actionable recommendations for early recognition, diagnosis, and treatment to improve long-term outcomes.
A new study found that over 21% of boys and men aged 15-35 met criteria for any probable eating disorder. Probable bulimia nervosa was most common, while anorexia nervosa was least common. Higher BMI and being sexual minority increased the risk of diagnosis.
Researchers from Penn Medicine will present data on latest advances in cancer science and medicine at AACR Annual Meeting 2025. Several experts, including Shelley Berger, will deliver presentations and Minisymposia talks.
A new study from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health found significant associations between cognition and established risk factors for Alzheimer's disease in individuals aged 24-44. The researchers used biomarkers related to cognitive impairment and cardiovascular health to predict long-term trajectories of cognitive de...
A clinical trial found that using EEG to monitor consciousness safely reduced anesthetic use in children, resulting in quicker recovery, reduced delirium, and lower healthcare costs. The study also showed a significant reduction in pediatric anesthesia emergence delirium.
Wildfire smoke from Canadian wildfires cooled New York City by 3 degrees Celsius due to 'global dimming,' trapping pollutants near ground level. This cooling disrupted the hydrological cycle and increased human exposure to airborne contaminants.
MSU is developing a computer program called MOSAIC to create holistic biological profiles from skeletal remains, making the investigative process clearer and more efficient. The project aims to leverage relationships between various structures to provide estimates without biasing results by focusing on individual components.
Dr. Michael J. Schell, Ph.D., a researcher at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, has been elected Fellow of the American Statistical Association. He has made significant contributions to cancer research through statistics, developing widely used statistical tools and methods for analyzing complex clinical data.
Two brain proteins, Imp and Sdc, play a crucial role in preventing seizures by regulating neuronal growth and brain circuit development. Reducing either protein can lead to seizure-prone behavior in flies, highlighting their importance in seizure regulation.