This study introduces formamide (FA)-intercalated VOPO₄ nanosheets, which enhance structural stability and ion transport pathways. The resulting electrodes deliver remarkable electrochemical performance, including a specific mass capacity of 463 mAh/g and a volumetric capacity of 733 mAh/cm³.
Researchers propose a solution to system log isolation problems in containers by introducing private logs (POGs), which provide individual log configuration, storage, and view for each container. This approach addresses configuration conflict, operation conflict, namespace escape, information leakage, and log redundancy.
Researchers have discovered that a rare genetic mutation delays Alzheimer's disease by suppressing inflammatory signaling in the brain. The study found that inhibiting this pathway with a drug-like inhibitor replicated key protective effects of the mutation in a preclinical model.
A study analyzing China's emissions trading system finds that it increases financing pressures on high-carbon firms, particularly privately owned or financially constrained ones. This dynamic may hinder their green transition and overall competitiveness.
A new study suggests that chimpanzees and young children prefer watching videos of social interactions compared to videos of a single individual. This strong interest in others' actions and relationships may have deep evolutionary roots.
Scientists at Rice University have developed a scalable method to create high-performance single-photon emitters in carbon-doped hexagonal boron nitride, paving the way for practical quantum light sources. The findings overcome long-standing challenges in the field and set a new benchmark for qubit production.
SwRI has created a novel controller system to test fuel cell stacks under normal and extreme driving conditions, enhancing performance and efficiency. The project aims to develop predictive control models for humidity management, improving fuel cell performance and reliability.
A new Yale study reveals that using a nasal swab to screen for an antiviral protein can effectively rule out respiratory infections in high-risk settings. The test enables a significant reduction in the need for PCR tests, which are currently used as the gold standard but are expensive and challenging to administer.
Researchers at UC Irvine have successfully tested a new replacement heart valve designed for toddlers and young children with congenital cardiac defects. The Iris Valve can be implanted via a minimally invasive catheter, allowing treatment to begin earlier in very young patients.
The journal Current Pharmaceutical Analysis (CPA) has seen a significant increase in its impact factor, doubling from the previous year to 1.5. This achievement indicates a substantial boost in the average impact of each published paper, attracting more top-tier research findings.
A study by Bayes Business School found that people are more concerned about violating the norm of waiting for others to be served than they are about others doing so. The research suggests that restaurants and dinner hosts could improve dining experiences by serving guests at the same time, reducing social awkwardness.
The Interdisciplinary Centre for Nutrition Science and Medicine will focus on basic, applied, clinical, and translational research across various categories. The center aims to create opportunities for collaboration, visiting scholars, and innovative research opportunities between Tufts and IISc.
Researchers mapped human cell cycle gene activity and found recently evolved transcription factors play a crucial role in regulating the process. Disabling these genes caused cells to struggle with DNA copying and division timing.
A team of researchers has revealed how unique native plant life on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau evolved over time, with origins dating back to the Early Eocene. The study highlights the Hengduan Mountains as a crucial center of endemism and emphasizes the need for conservation efforts.
A controlled clinical trial found that two-thirds of participants showed behavioral improvements with CBD treatment, highlighting its potential benefits. However, the study also revealed a significant placebo effect, emphasizing the need for further research to fully understand CBD's therapeutic potential.
Researchers developed a model to detect early signs of marsh decline using satellite observations, identifying vulnerable areas along Georgia's coast. The study found belowground biomass has declined across 72% of Georgia's coastal marsh since 2014.
Research found that macrophages use two independent pathways to regulate inflammatory and lysosomal responses to toxic particles. The study identified key transcription factors and signaling pathways involved, offering potential therapeutic opportunities to quell inflammation.
A study simulates three irrigation technologies in Xinjiang's driest region, predicting a decrease in the total water footprint of cotton production. Sprinkler irrigation demonstrates the most notable water-saving effects, while furrow and micro-irrigation show relatively smaller reductions.
Sindhu Jagadamma, a UTIA associate professor of soil science, will receive the award for her research on sustainable soil management practices that mitigate environmental problems. Her work focuses on implementing conservation management techniques, such as no-till and cover crops, to maintain soil health.
A phase 1 clinical study will assess the safety and efficacy of JBZ-001 in patients with AML. The study is supported by a $3.4 million grant from the National Cancer Institute and aims to improve efficiency for the therapeutic pipeline.
Researchers propose multi-granularity data placement algorithms to minimize memory access latency on SPM-DRAM architecture. The algorithms tackle unsolved cases and reduce data transfer and access latency effectively.
A new study reveals that global marine biodiversity data is heavily biased towards shallow waters and vertebrates, with vast areas of the deep sea and invertebrates poorly represented. The findings highlight the need for prioritized sampling to fill these gaps and support sustainable ocean management.
This comprehensive review explores the latest advancements in smart textiles for personalized sports and healthcare, integrating sensing and monitoring capabilities into traditional fabrics. The research highlights their potential to transform wearable devices and enhance human performance.
The Parker Solar Probe team received the 2024 Robert J. Collier Trophy for their record-breaking solar encounter, which included a closest approach of 3.8 million miles above the Sun's surface. The mission provided groundbreaking data and imagery on the solar wind, heliosphere, and coronal mass ejections.
A new tool for efficient mining of genetic variations in chickens has been developed using a graph-based pan-genome. The study reveals higher alignment efficiency and superior structural variant detection compared to traditional linear genomes.
The Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP) has announced the election results for 2026-2027 leadership positions, including President-Elect Yassmine M.N. Akkari and Secretary-Treasurer Jonathan A. Nowak. The newly elected leaders will drive AMP's mission to advance molecular diagnostics.
Researchers define cognitive strategies as key to persuasion in dialogue agents, emerging as a promising field. A comprehensive review outlines the concept model and generic system architecture of CogAgent.
BingoCGN accelerates real-time large-scale graph neural network inference through cross-partition message quantization and a novel training algorithm, achieving up to 65-fold speedup and 107-fold increase in energy efficiency compared to state-of-the-art accelerators.
A new peptide-based PET tracer outperforms FDG PET in measuring PD-L1 expression in head and neck cancers. The tracer's uptake strongly correlates with PD-L1 levels, suggesting its potential for personalized treatment strategies.
Researchers developed a new method to estimate PN junction depth in Si wafers with nanometer scale resolution, using terahertz emission spectroscopy. This technology enables rapid, non-destructive, and non-contact access to the interior of wafers, contributing to improving device reliability and reducing manufacturing resources.
A study by Victoria Slepyh found that academic inbreeding, or staying at the same university after graduation, has an ambiguous impact on publication activity. Graduates who moved to different universities had higher publication counts, journal acceptances, and citation counts compared to those who remained at their alma mater.
Prehistoric people used slow cooking to carefully extract animal teeth, challenging the assumption that they were scavenged. The most effective methods were pit steaming and wet cooking, which also allowed for meat consumption and bone tool-making.
Researchers developed a bi-layered coating that addresses traditional flame-retardant limitations, providing immediate and prolonged fire resistance. The innovative design offers superior protection for polymeric and metallic substrates with minimal thickness.
Researchers at UC Santa Barbara have found that in 2D semiconductors, the interactions between electrons and phonons can conserve momentum and energy, leading to efficient hydrodynamic flow behavior. This discovery has significant implications for designing highly efficient electrical conductivity materials, even at room temperature.
Researchers found that physical attractiveness affects service outcomes, but its impact varies depending on the situation and how attractiveness is defined. They also discovered a beauty bias, where people judge service workers more favorably if they are attractive.
Researchers found an increased risk of stroke in women who experienced diabetes, high blood pressure, preterm delivery, or low birth weight during pregnancy. These complications could act as early signals for cardiovascular problems, enabling women to receive help and reduce their risk.
Researchers developed biomaterial patches loaded with basic fibroblast growth factor to enhance esophageal anastomosis healing. The study showed improved mechanical strength, increased fibroblast proliferation, and enhanced collagen secretion in the experimental group compared to controls.
A new investigation highlights the critical step of tooth extraction from animal skulls in ancient cultures. Experimental archaeology revealed that wet cooking and pit steaming were effective methods for extracting teeth without damaging them.
Researchers used foam-entrapped supercritical CO2 to prevent stored carbon from moving back to the surface. The approach shows promise for enhancing oil recovery and reducing CO2 migration.
A new device created by USC biomedical engineers could help sufferers avoid the need for opioids. The UIWI stimulator is designed to provide real-time, personalized pain management through machine learning algorithms and wireless power supply.
The MetaGIN framework achieves state-of-the-art performance on multiple benchmark datasets while using significantly fewer parameters than existing models. It captures complex spatial relationships in three-dimensional molecular structures through the '3-hop convolution' technique.
Researchers found that LLMs factor in unrelated information like typos, extra space, and colorful language when making treatment recommendations. This nonclinical information can lead to inaccurate advice for female patients, who are more likely to be erroneously advised not to seek medical care.
Record-breaking flooding in Central Asia was attributed to heavy snowmelt, extreme rainfall, and record-high soil moisture. Climate change amplifies compound disasters, posing significant challenges for predictions and projections of spring flooding risks.
Researchers developed nanomachines that can efficiently deliver antisense oligonucleotides to sentinel lymph nodes, reducing TGF-β1 levels and reactivating depleted CD8-positive T cells. This enhances cancer treatment outcomes for advanced breast cancers with no effective treatments.
A recent study by University of Illinois researcher Brittney Miles explores how Black women use their bodies, beauty practices, and adornment to advocate for social change. The study found that Black women's fashion choices are not just about aesthetics, but also about resistance and empowerment.
Researchers have discovered that TAF2 plays a pivotal role in the growth of liver cancer and can help promote tumor formation. The study's findings suggest that targeting TAF2 could lead to more effective treatments for liver cancer.
A team of international researchers has developed a way to strengthen magnetism in ultra-thin materials, which could lead to breakthroughs in quantum computing and advanced communication systems. By pairing these materials with topological insulators, they improved the magnets' strength and stability, even at higher temperatures.
Researchers used nanomedicine and artificial intelligence to analyze plasma samples, identifying potential biomarkers for metastatic prostate cancer and atherosclerosis. This breakthrough discovery has the potential to advance early detection and develop targeted therapies for these conditions.
A new risk calculator, Clue Post-Surgery VTE Risk Instrument, has been developed to reduce unnecessary overtreatment and undertreatment of postoperative venous thromboembolism and bleeding risks. The tool uses just four inputs and provides evidence-based decisions for clinicians and patients.
A study by Chuo University reveals that American eel is widely distributed in processed eel products sold at Japanese retail stores, contradicting the country's primary reliance on Japanese Eel. The research highlights the need for sustainable use of anguillid eels beyond Japanese Eel to ensure their conservation.
A new international study found that AI exposure has not caused widespread harm to workers' mental health or job satisfaction, but may be linked to modest improvements in physical health. The research highlights the need for continued monitoring of AI's broader impacts on work and health.
Microscopic colitis is a chronic inflammatory condition characterized by watery diarrhea and distinctive histologic features. The two primary subtypes are collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis, with collagenous colitis showing a stronger female predominance.
A new survey by the Kinsey Institute and DatingNews found that 1 in 4 LGBTQ+ singles are changing their dating habits due to the political climate. Gen Z ages 18-25 are particularly affected, with older generations appearing more resilient to its effects.
Researchers found pyrogenic carbon formed by ancient fires in a 300,000-year-old sediment core, indicating a continental-scale intensification of fire use around 50,000 years ago. This period coincides with the rapid spread of Homo sapiens and their reliance on fire for survival.
Scientists have discovered the structure and shape of key receptors in the cerebellum, a region critical for movement, balance, and cognition. This finding could lead to the development of therapies to repair damaged synapses and improve brain function.
Researchers propose an efficient algorithm for solving posterior failure probabilities of components, achieving over 85% accuracy and order of magnitude improvement in runtime compared to existing algorithms.
A new study on the wall brown butterfly found that rapid evolution aids its northward expansion, but cold winters restrict further growth. The study showed that butterflies from northern populations grew faster and survived winter better, but still couldn't persist beyond certain climatic limits.
This study found that increased screen time in late childhood was associated with more depressive symptoms, likely due to shorter sleep duration. Poor white matter organization during early adolescence may also contribute to this link.
Pernilla Wittung-Stafshede joins Rice University's Department of Chemistry as a professor, bringing expertise in metalloproteins and protein aggregation to enhance cancer research. Her focus is on understanding the role of copper-binding proteins in cancer metastasis and potential future therapies.
A recent study from the University of Georgia found that one in three gifted students struggle with peer interactions and sense of belonging. Most gifted and non-gifted students reported similar school experiences, but difficulties with mental health or making friends are not exclusive to gifted students.