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Live well temperature variations stress out largemouth bass, study finds

Researchers found that live well temperatures fluctuate drastically during tournaments, causing physiological stress and longer recovery times for largemouth bass. This study highlights the importance of optimizing live well conditions to minimize mortality rates and ensure sustainable fisheries.

SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalNorth American Journal of Fisheries Management·DateJul 9, 2025

Coral calcification benefits from human hormone injections

A new technique allows scientists to inject molecules into coral tissues, revealing thyroxine's positive effect on calcification. The study raises questions about the evolution of animal physiology and how corals utilize thyroxine in their natural habitat.

SourceSociety for Experimental Biology·DateJul 9, 2025
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

Warm paste transforms into emergency power source

Researchers at Nanjing University have created a hydrogel-based iron-air battery system that can be rapidly assembled using common warm paste materials. The system generates electrical power by harnessing the thermal energy from iron powder in warm pastes, maintaining functionality even in sub-zero conditions.

SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 9, 2025

New strategy suggested to boost performance of all-solid-state ion-selective electrodes

Researchers propose a novel strategy to improve all-solid-state ion-selective electrodes by designing transduction layer materials with high hydrophobicity and large capacitance. The study reveals that ion-selective membranes constrain capacitive material performance, hindering sensor reliability.

SourceHefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalChemical Science·DateJul 9, 2025

Turning step-growth into chain-growth with click polymerization

Researchers developed a controlled 'living' click polymerization system to achieve well-defined polymers with narrow dispersity, enabling bidirectional synthesis of ABA-type block copolymers. The method leverages copper-catalyzed azide–alkyne cycloaddition and initiators to selectively drive monomer addition in a controlled manner.

SourceInstitute of Science Tokyo·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 9, 2025

Hepatitis C screening in emergency departments

A new study found that a nontargeted screening approach can identify more patients with hepatitis C virus infections than traditional targeted screening methods. The results highlight the need for improved treatment models, as patients who went from diagnosis to sustained virologic response increased significantly.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA·DateJul 9, 2025
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.

Source criticism in school requires more than isolated interventions

A new study from Uppsala University shows that short teaching interventions on disinformation have no long-term impact on students' ability to distinguish between credible and misleading news. However, students who valued democratic ideals highly were better at identifying true and false information. The study suggests that isolated le...

SourceUppsala University·JournalPLOS One·TypeObservational study·DateJul 9, 2025

Do local voting rights affect migrants’ participation in protests?

Research finds that migrants living in cities with restrictive voting rights and favorable public opinion towards immigrants participate more frequently in protests. Perceived discrimination increases protest likelihood, while supportive public opinion lowers social and political risks.

SourceWiley·JournalSocial Science Quarterly·DateJul 9, 2025

Moon-Rice: Developing the perfect crop for space-bases

The Moon-Rice project is developing a super-dwarf rice variety that can thrive in microgravity and produce high yields, addressing nutritional deficiencies in space. Researchers are also exploring ways to enrich the protein content of the crop to support astronaut health.

SourceSociety for Experimental Biology·DateJul 9, 2025
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

Long in the tooth

Researchers from Harvard University have discovered ancient proteins in the enamel of 18-million-year-old fossilized mammals from Kenya's Rift Valley. The study uses a new proteomics technique to reveal a diversity of proteins in different biological tissues, providing insights into the lives and evolution of these ancient animals.

SourceHarvard University·JournalNature·DateJul 9, 2025

Was Caligula a madman? Maybe. But he also knew his medicine, scholars find

A new study suggests Caligula was knowledgeable about medicine, particularly medicinal plants like hellebore, contrary to the traditional portrayal of him as a bloodthirsty tyrant. The Roman Empire's Antikyra spa town was renowned for its perceived efficacy in treating various ailments.

SourceYale University·JournalProceedings of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts·DateJul 9, 2025
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Keeping the photon in the dark

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have developed a versatile method to control dark excitons in semiconductor quantum dots using chirped laser pulses and magnetic fields. This allows for the storage and manipulation of excitons, enabling new opportunities for quantum memory control and entangled photon pair generation.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 9, 2025

Popular teen movies reel back from visible signs of puberty

A new study analyzed 53 popular films and found that most depict idealized and aspirational views of puberty, romance, and relationships. This can lead to a disconnect between on-screen representations and real-life experiences, influencing how teens perceive themselves and their place in the world.

SourceOhio State University·JournalJournal of Children and Media·DateJul 9, 2025

Somali women’s perspectives on female genital mutilation and its abandonment

A study published in PLOS Global Public Health explores Somali women's perspectives on FGM/C and efforts to support its abandonment. The research found that many participants supported the abandonment of 'pharaonic' FGM/C due to its harms, but some continued to support 'gudniinka sunnah', citing cultural and religious reasons.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Global Public Health·TypeSurvey·DateJul 9, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

New BrainHealth research demonstrates accelerated cognitive gains in active service members

A randomized clinical trial found that SMART training improved cognitive gains in active-duty service members with mTBI, with significant benefits seen after just one-third of the training time compared to traditional SCORE protocols. The study suggests that SMART brain training can contribute to faster return to mission readiness and ...

SourceCenter for BrainHealth·JournalFrontiers in Human Neuroscience·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJul 9, 2025

Prenatal and childhood lead exposure linked to faster memory decay in children

A study published in Science Advances found that higher childhood lead levels are significantly associated with a faster rate of forgetting, even at low median blood lead levels. Additionally, older children and those with higher maternal IQs showed better memory retention.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalScience Advances·DateJul 9, 2025

Configurable hybrid topological meta-polycrystal photonic circuitry

A research collaboration proposed a configurable topological photonic polycrystal based on a synthetic hybrid dimension, enabling multidimensional control over photonic states. The concept provides a platform for simultaneously manipulating multiple frequency bands, spin states, and group velocities.

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 9, 2025
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

Researchers from Tel Aviv University and the Israel Institute for Biological Research develop an mRNA-based vaccine against a deadly bacterium

Researchers from Tel Aviv University and the Israel Institute for Biological Research have developed an mRNA-based vaccine against pneumonic plague, a disease caused by Yersinia pestis. The vaccine showed 100% protection in animal models and offers hope for combating other lethal bacteria.

SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalAdvanced Science·DateJul 9, 2025

New “bone-digesting” cell type discovered in pythons

A new cell type has been identified in Burmese pythons that produces large particles made from calcium, phosphorus, and iron to digest bones. This specialized cell type helps limit excessive calcium absorption and is found in multiple python and boa species as well as the Gila monster.

SourceSociety for Experimental Biology·JournalJournal of Experimental Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 9, 2025

Major autism study uncovers biologically distinct subtypes, paving the way for precision diagnosis and care

Researchers identified four clinically and biologically distinct subtypes of autism, each with distinct developmental, medical, behavioral, and psychiatric traits. The study linked subtypes to genetic profiles and developmental trajectories, offering new insights into the biology underlying autism.

SourcePrinceton University, Engineering School·JournalNature Genetics·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 9, 2025

The ACMG releases 2025 update to secondary findings gene list; SF v3.3

The American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics has released its updated 2025 secondary findings gene list v3.3, adding three new genes to the list and introducing a new publicly available webpage to aid clinical labs in determining reportable variants. The update aims to ensure patient benefit from advances in genomic medicine.

SourceAmerican College of Medical Genetics and Genomics·JournalGenetics in Medicine·TypeSystematic review·DateJul 9, 2025
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

EU agricultural policy could have major co-benefits for climate and biodiversity

A new study suggests that EU agricultural policy can reduce carbon emissions by nearly a third and improve biodiversity recovery through strategic de-intensification. This approach involves adopting more sustainable farming practices, such as organic fertilizers, biological pest control, and low-input systems.

SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·DateJul 9, 2025
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.

Genes for surviving plague in prairie dogs

A study of the genetic basis of plague immunity in prairie dogs has identified key genes linked to survival. The research provides insights into rapid adaptation to a globally introduced virulent pathogen in a keystone species.

SourcePNAS Nexus·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateJul 8, 2025

Rice researchers develop superstrong, eco-friendly materials from bacteria

Scientists at Rice University developed a scalable approach to engineer bacterial cellulose into high-strength, multifunctional materials. The dynamic biosynthesis technique aligns bacterial cellulose fibers in real-time, resulting in robust biopolymer sheets with exceptional mechanical properties.

SourceRice University·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 8, 2025

Climate change linked to decline in nutritional quality of food

Preliminary research suggests that climate change can lead to a reduction in nutritional quality in food crops, with potential devastating consequences for human health. The study found that elevated CO2 levels and hotter temperatures can exacerbate this decline, particularly affecting essential proteins, minerals, and antioxidants.

SourceSociety for Experimental Biology·DateJul 8, 2025
Meta Quest 3 512GB

Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.

Study sheds light on why some prostate tumors are resistant to treatment

A new study from the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center identifies a cellular signature that explains why about one-third of prostate cancers respond especially poorly to treatment. The researchers found that docetaxel could be a good option earlier on in patients whose tumor harbors a specific gene program linked to extreme no...

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·Journalnpj Precision Oncology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 8, 2025

What’s behind the enormous increase in early-onset gastrointestinal cancers?

The study highlights a significant increase in early-onset colorectal cancer rates globally, particularly in high-income countries. Younger patients are more likely to receive aggressive treatment without survival advantage, and survivors often report problems with anxiety, body image, and sexual dysfunction.

SourceOxford University Press USA·JournalBJS·TypeSystematic review·DateJul 8, 2025
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Clinical trials reveal promising alternatives to high-toxicity tuberculosis drug

Clinical trials show sutezolid and delpazolid are safer alternatives to linezolid for treating drug-resistant TB, with no cases of nerve damage or blood toxicity reported. The findings suggest these drugs could replace linezolid in treatment regimens.

SourceRadboud University Medical Center·JournalThe Lancet Infectious Diseases·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJul 8, 2025

City of Hope Research Spotlight, April/May 2025

Researchers found that belly fat increases in middle age due to active adipose progenitor cells, a new type of cell linked to fat creation. CD84 is validated as a potential target for AML, while subtle workplace challenges to women's authority accumulate over time, leading to increased burnout.

SourceCity of Hope·DateJul 8, 2025

The gut microbiota in elderly patients with acute hepatitis E infection

The study found that elderly patients with acute hepatitis E infection have distinct gut microbiota compositions compared to healthy controls. The relative abundance of Bacteroides fragilis was significantly associated with disease outcomes, including self-healing and non-self-healing cases. This suggests a potential role for Bacteroid...

SourceXia & He Publishing Inc.·JournalJournal of Clinical and Translational Hepatology·DateJul 8, 2025
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

Researchers find crab and clam resilience etched into shells

Researchers found that crab and clam species have remained stable in the Broken Group Islands for the past 3,000 years due to their resilience etched into shells. The study's novel approach uses repair scars on clam shells to assess historical crab populations, providing a tool for coastal conservation efforts.

SourceHakai Institute·JournalBiological Conservation·TypeObservational study·DateJul 8, 2025

Does exercise really improve mental health?

Regular leisure-time physical activity correlates with better mental health outcomes, but the impact depends on the environment and circumstances surrounding the activity. Context matters as much as intensity or amount of physical activity, influencing mental health differently.

SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalMedicine & Science in Sports & Exercise·DateJul 8, 2025

Novel online analysis platform for plastid phylogenomics and comparative genomics

A novel online analysis platform, PlastidHub, has been developed to facilitate plastid phylogenomic research. The platform offers improved annotation flexibility, quantitative assessment of annotation completeness, and diverse extraction modes for canonical and specialized sequences.

SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalPlant Diversity·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 8, 2025

From COVID to cancer, new at-home test spots disease with startling accuracy

A new technology combines the coffee-ring effect with plasmonics and AI for rapid diagnostics, offering highly accurate results in under 12 minutes. The test can spot diseases like COVID-19, prostate cancer, and sepsis, making it a game-changer for point-of-care diagnostics.

SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 8, 2025
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.

People can accurately judge biodiversity through sight and sound

A new study found that people's intuitive perception of biodiversity through visual and audio cues is remarkably accurate, aligning closely with scientific measures. Participants sorted images and audio recordings of forests based on perceived biodiversity, noticing vegetation density and light conditions visually, while acoustically d...

SourceBritish Ecological Society·JournalPeople and Nature·TypeSurvey·DateJul 8, 2025

New discovery in small primate could pave the way for im-proved stem cell therapies

Researchers have discovered adult stem cells from a non-human primate that closely resemble human biology, offering new potential treatment targets for diseases. The discovery uses a novel computational method to identify the optimal animal model, reducing animal usage and paving the way for more effective stem cell therapies.

SourceAarhus University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 8, 2025
GoPro HERO13 Black

GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.

Acoustic trick mirrors quantum paradox: Anti-Klein tunneling confirmed

Researchers directly observed anti-Klein tunneling in a bilayer phononic crystal system, confirming a fundamental theoretical prediction. The discovery showcases the potential of phononic crystals for probing the quantum-classical boundary and engineering next-generation wave-based technologies.

SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 8, 2025