Researchers unveil Ba-Si orthosilicate oxynitride-hydride as a transition metal-free catalyst, offering a more sustainable approach to ammonia production. The novel catalyst demonstrates exceptional stability and higher activity than conventional ruthenium-loaded MgO catalysts.
Men and boys are facing a mental health crisis, with challenges including body image, fatherhood, and sexual relationships. Professor Benjamin Hine argues that men struggle to negotiate harmful notions of masculinity and calls for policies and practices promoting male wellbeing.
A nearly complete skull of the ancient apex carnivore Bastetodon has been discovered in the Egyptian desert, revealing a new species of hyaenodonta. The discovery sheds light on the evolution of hyaenodonts and their global distribution, with findings suggesting they spread from Africa to Asia, Europe, India, and North America.
A large-scale screen of single nucleotide variants has identified 380 variants controlling cancer-associated genes. These variants regulate biological pathways such as DNA repair, energy production, and cell microenvironment interaction. The findings suggest new therapeutic targets for preventing or stopping cancer growth.
A national poll found that 1 in 6 parents support teens receiving non-surgical cosmetic procedures with parental consent. Parents' views on the issue vary, with some supporting teens for any reason as long as they have approval, while others require valid reasons such as bullying or mental health issues.
A new study suggests that reintroducing wolves to the Scottish Highlands could lead to an expansion of native woodland, sequestering one million tonnes of CO2 each year. This could help address the UK's carbon removal target and contribute to climate recovery.
Researchers have created a geometric deep learning approach called MARBLE that can infer latent brain activity patterns across experimental subjects. The method uses dynamic motifs to analyze neural population recordings and has been shown to be more interpretable than other machine learning methods.
Researchers developed a synergetic strategy combining millimeter-wave-terahertz-infrared photo-monitoring and computer-vision three-dimensional modeling for ubiquitous non-destructive inspections. The approach allows for material composition identifications and structural reconstructions of composite multi-layered objects.
A recent study by Bar-Ilan University researchers found that even brief periods of aloneness can significantly weaken group identity and esteem. This can lead to individuals feeling less connected to their groups and devaluing them.
A team of experts at NUS and UNSW Sydney successfully demonstrate that a spinning atomic nucleus exhibits quantum properties, contrary to long-held assumptions. The breakthrough showcases the potential for atomic nuclei as a quantum resource, providing new insights into the fundamental nature of spin precession.
Implantable physical sensors monitor temperature, force, flow, and pressure to facilitate timely diagnosis and advanced health management. These sensors have the potential to revolutionize medical practices by enabling direct, real-time acquisition of critical physiological signals.
Validaitor offers a unique platform for AI governance, risk management, and automated testing, reducing certification costs by up to 80%. KIT's investment supports the development of trustworthy AI solutions, combining expertise in cybersecurity and energy sectors.
Research from Edith Cowan University found that opportunistic recalls, where dealerships try to upsell during the process, lead to negative brand personality and protest behavior. However, protests can paradoxically strengthen customer loyalty if companies effectively manage the recall issue and engage with customers.
Recent advancements in materials science have led to the creation of flexible and lightweight energy storage solutions, overcoming traditional battery limitations. These integrated systems facilitate continuous operation of sensors and processors vital for real-time health monitoring, minimizing reliance on external power sources.
Scientists have developed new methods for observing membrane proteins in real-time, allowing them to better understand their structure and function. These advancements hold promise for the development of new treatments for diseases.
A new study reveals that understorey small trees and shrubs contribute significantly to biomass and diversity in African dry forests. The research found that these layers can hold substantial amounts of woody biomass, with species richness decreasing as overstorey biomass increases.
University of South Australia students now safely navigate building sites and connect theory to practice through immersive virtual learning environments. SiteSeer program allows students to explore the full fabrication process, bridging the gap between plans and built reality.
Researchers at DGIST have developed high-capacity, high-safety anode materials that can significantly increase the driving range of electric vehicles. By setting a high initial activation charging voltage, they prevented nano-cracks and structural collapse, leading to improved battery performance and safety.
A new consistency framework with adaptive synchronization is proposed to improve metadata operation performance and scalability. The framework decoupled directory from file metadata and uses different synchronization methods for directory trees and file metadata, enabling fine-grained tracking of access conflict status.
ChromTR leverages semantic feature learning and class distribution learning to automate chromosome detection in raw metaphase cell images. The framework demonstrates superior performance compared to existing methods on R-band and G-band datasets, showcasing improvements in mean average precision, precision, recall, and error reduction.
Researchers from DGIST develop a catalytic technology that effectively removes additives hindering plastic recycling, using sugar-derived cyclodextrin. This breakthrough provides an alternative to complex processes and suggests expandability into environmental remediation.
Researchers have developed a new pipeline using artificial intelligence to predict which proteins natural toxins will affect, with implications for ecological research and drug development. The method uses AI models to analyze water molecule movement around potassium channels, identifying specific targets of the cone snail toxin.
Researchers have developed a new computational modeling approach to capture the complex shapes that viral proteins can adopt. By applying this approach to a key protein involved in COVID-19 replication, scientists have created a detailed picture of its dynamic behavior.
Marcel P. Goldschen-Ohm wins the 2024 Paper of the Year-Early Career Investigator Award for his study on GABA receptor subunit linkers and their role in pore gating and diazepam modulation, challenging conventional views on receptor function.
A new tool measures how individual phytoplankton cells are using energy, revealing unique ways each species adjusts to light changes. This helps predict and observe ocean responses to climate change and assess phytoplankton health.
Scientists discovered sweet taste receptors on the surface of heart muscle cells, which increase the force of contraction when stimulated with artificial sweeteners. This breakthrough may lead to novel treatments for heart failure and provide insight into arrhythmogenesis.
A new study reveals a specific genetic mutation in the Apennine brown bear population that impairs cellular energy production and increases harmful byproducts. This mutation is linked to reduced overall health and survival in these critically endangered bears.
A new approach enables researchers to generate antibodies against transitory protein targets, providing insights into disease mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
Research reveals key differences in immune system response to Alzheimer's and bacterial infections, with larger Aeta clumps triggering more chronic inflammation.
A team from Tokyo Metropolitan University has successfully implanted myoblasts onto healthy muscle in mice using an extracellular matrix scaffold. This breakthrough treatment could treat ageing-related muscular atrophy without scarring, offering a promising avenue for regenerative medicine.
A new medication approved to treat type 2 diabetes and kidney disease also significantly reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes among these patients. Sotagliflozin, a sodium-glucose cotransporter inhibitor, blocks proteins that help control blood sugar levels and has been shown to reduce cardiovascular events by 23%.
Researchers have discovered that anemonefish have evolved to maintain very low levels of sialic acid in their skin mucus to avoid triggering the release of nematocysts in their sea anemone hosts. This adaptation allows them to safely coexist with sea anemones, which also lack these sugar compounds in their own mucus.
Researchers from Science Tokyo developed three design techniques to enhance power efficiency and data rates in wireless transmitters, enabling synergistic operation of electronic devices. The techniques avoid the power-hungry CORDIC circuit block and ensure linearity in amplitude and phase modulation.
A new blood test has shown promise in improving the accuracy of Alzheimer's Disease diagnosis, with results comparable to established CSF biomarkers. The study found that measuring plasma p-tau217 was over 90% accurate, potentially replacing invasive diagnostic methods for up to half of patients.
Scientists at Brown University and Cincinnati Children's found that suppressing opsin 3 in the brain of mice makes them eat less. The study suggests that opsin 3 plays an important role in regulating food consumption via the melanocortin 4 receptor MC4R.
The most comprehensive study on US health care spending by county reveals drastic fluctuations in expenses from coast to coast. The analysis found that Nassau County in New York City's metropolitan area has the highest per capita health care expenditure at $13,332, while Clark County in Idaho has the lowest at $3,410.
Scientists discovered a novel method to activate extraembryonic trophoblast potentials in conventional human pluripotent stem cells through transient treatment of epigenetic regulators. This approach holds promise for advancing understanding and treatment of diseases related to placental development.
Researchers mapped bird brain regions and found similar cellular composition and evolution across species. Certain excitatory neurons have a common evolutionary origin, challenging existing assumptions about brain region evolution.
A study found that 77.9% of lung cancer patients had detectable atherosclerosis on CT scans, with smoking being the most prominent cardiac risk factor. The results suggest using concurrent coronary calcium scoring to aid in identification and earlier intervention for these patients.
A CSU study reveals trees are contracting in response to climate change, failing to regenerate in hottest areas and not expanding into cooler climates. Human-assisted tree migration is proposed as a solution to help forests adapt to climate change.
Researchers have developed a 'gut-on-chip' model that replicates intestinal inflammation and predicts response to immunotherapy in melanoma patients. The device differentiates between major intestinal populations and reproduces realistic environments.
A comprehensive review explores the diverse roles of extracellular vesicles in oral health, highlighting their potential in disease detection, targeted therapies, and tissue regeneration. Engineered exosomes show significant clinical potential in areas such as tumor treatment and repair.
Researchers developed Code Context Based Reviewer Recommendation (CCB-RR) to identify suitable reviewers. The model analyzes file paths and keywords from changesets, achieving high accuracy rates in recommending code reviewers.
The UChicago Pritzker Molecular Engineering team has developed a technique to store classical computer memory in crystal gaps where atoms should be, enabling terabytes of data storage in a small millimeter-sized cube. This innovation combines quantum techniques with solid-state physics to revolutionize classical non-quantum computers.
Purdue University engineers have found that household products like air fresheners and wax melts can release nanoscale particles that penetrate deep into the lungs. These nanoparticles are formed when fragrances interact with ozone, potentially posing risks to respiratory health.
Researchers at Tohoku University used MRI to directly observe metal-ion dissolution in lithium battery cathodes, detecting small amounts of manganese with high sensitivity. The technique identified an alternative electrolyte system that suppresses dissolution, promising improvements in battery performance.
Joni Roberts, a Cal Poly Assistant Professor, has been chosen as the first recipient of the Faculty Excellence Award for her exceptional dedication to public health education and global health advocacy. Her research addresses health disparities and promotes equity, while her teaching spans the public health curriculum.
Researchers used a remote seismic station to detect and characterize an earthquake swarm in American Samoa, producing a new catalog of events. The technique employed, combining single-station data with deep-learning models, can be useful in sparse monitoring regions.
Osteosarcoma cells often have extra copies of the SETDB1 gene, making the cancer more aggressive and harder to treat. Blocking SETDB1 may help the immune system recognize and attack osteosarcoma cells, offering a promising new way to treat this type of bone cancer.
Researchers have discovered Mitofusin 2's unexpected function in maintaining protein quality within cells, interacting with the proteasome and chaperones to prevent toxic aggregates. This novel connection has far-reaching implications for treating CMT and other neurodegenerative diseases.
A cross-sectional study found that perceived stress, inadequate social support, racial discrimination, and neighborhood deprivation negatively impacted systemic and tumor immunity in Black women. These findings may inform prevention and public health interventions for cancer health disparities.
Researchers found a universal emission factor line for global rivers, guiding effective mitigation of riverine N2O emissions. By controlling organic and NH4+ pollution, hotspots can be eliminated, reducing emissions by up to 63.7% in urban rivers.
Researchers have developed novel strategies to enhance THz nonlinearities in graphene-based structures, increasing third harmonic generation up to 30 times. A multilayered design and metasurface substrates were used to amplify the THz field, leading to a two-order magnitude increase in efficiency.
The release of a unique Type Ia Supernovae dataset has significant implications for cosmologists measuring the universe's expansion history. The dataset, comprising 3628 supernovae, provides unprecedented precision and accuracy in exploring the properties of these events.
The journal of the Italian Society of Vegetation Science has changed its name to Vegetation Ecology and Diversity, launching a new website and introducing new Topical Collections. The journal now offers publication fee waivers and discounts for young researchers.
The INSEAD webinar delves into the challenges and opportunities of deploying multi-agent AI systems in large-scale enterprise environments. Experts will discuss balancing automation with strategic control and the potential for companies to operate without human involvement.
A cross-sectional study found that variation in health care spending among US counties is primarily attributed to disparities in service utilization. The study's results may inform policymakers in assessing the allocation of health care resources.
Researchers developed a five-minute quality test for sustainable cement industry materials, reducing testing time from seven days to just five minutes. The test uses colorimetry and camera technology for real-time quality control of calcined clays, which can partially replace ordinary Portland cement.
Texas A&M University professors Drs. Vanderlei Bagnato, Rodney Bowersox and Don Lipkin have been elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) Class of 2025 for their outstanding contributions to engineering practice, research and education. The NAE recognition underscores the exceptional talent within the faculty.
Researchers have uncovered ketamine's mechanism of action, revealing how it affects the brain's NMDA receptors. The study provides hope for synthesizing new versions of the drug with fewer harmful side effects.