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People with COVID-like symptoms took up to nine months post-infection to regain mental well-being

A new study found that people with COVID-like symptoms took up to nine months post-infection to regain mental well-being, but physical well-being returned after three months. Up to 20% of patients continued experiencing suboptimal overall health-related quality of life one year after infection.

SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalOpen Forum Infectious Diseases·TypeObservational study·DateJun 10, 2025

Lieber Institute for Brain Development goes all-in on AWS to develop new drug treatments for brain diseases

The Lieber Institute is developing a new tool called GRAPE that combines generative and predictive AI to find new, more effective treatments for brain disorders such as schizophrenia. The institute is utilizing AWS gen AI and compute services to advance research and store its massive collection of genomic and other data in the cloud.

SourceLieber Institute for Brain Development·DateJun 10, 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.

A repurposed FDA-approved drug shows promise in killing antibiotic resistant bacteria

Researchers at Emory University have identified a potential new therapy for treating antibiotic-resistant infections. The study shows that fendiline, a previously approved heart medication, can effectively target and kill the Acinetobacter baumannii bacterium by exploiting a weakened lipoprotein trafficking pathway.

SourceEmory Health Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 10, 2025

Study provides evidence pigs were domesticated from wild boars in South China

A new study provides evidence that pigs were domesticated from wild boars in South China approximately 8,000 years ago. The researchers analyzed molar teeth of 32 pig specimens and found starch granules, human parasite eggs, and other signs of human interaction, indicating that pigs ate cooked foods, human waste, and scavenged food fro...

SourceDartmouth College·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 10, 2025

First clinical practice guideline on lifestyle interventions for treatment and remission of type 2 diabetes and prediabetes in adults is published

The American College of Lifestyle Medicine has published a comprehensive guideline on lifestyle interventions for treating and remitting type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. The guideline offers evidence-based strategies for optimizing lifestyle behaviors, sustaining changes, and reducing medication needs.

SourceAmerican College of Lifestyle Medicine·JournalAmerican Journal of Lifestyle Medicine·DateJun 10, 2025

Zwitterionic strategy: A key to unlocking molecular motion in ionic aggregates

Researchers developed a zwitterionic strategy to simplify the structure of ionic aggregates, allowing for real-time monitoring of molecular motion. The approach enables dynamic switching between color and light activities, promoting functional transitions at the aggregate level.

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·TypeObservational study·DateJun 10, 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.

New 'optical neural engine’ solves partial differential equations

Researchers from the University of Utah have developed an 'optical neural engine' that encodes partial differential equations in light and feeds them into a device to accelerate machine learning. The optical approach accelerates the process and requires less energy compared to electronic methods.

SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 10, 2025

Why epigenetic clocks may fail to measure anti-aging effects

A new perspective challenges current epigenetic clocks, which use DNA methylation patterns to estimate biological age, by failing to distinguish between different types of methylation changes. This could lead to inaccurate conclusions and potentially slow down progress in anti-aging research.

SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeNews article·DateJun 10, 2025

Aging disrupts osteocyte networks and bone structure, with greater impact in males

Researchers used a premature aging mouse model to study the effects of age and sex on osteocyte networks and bone structure. Aged PolgA mice showed accelerated skeletal aging, reduced osteocyte connectivity, and increased frailty, with males exhibiting more pronounced changes.

SourceEditorial Office of West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University·JournalBone Research·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 10, 2025

Johns Hopkins Medicine study finds eating ‘DASH for diabetes’ lower-sodium diet can produce clinically meaningful reduction in blood pressure for people with type 2 diabetes

A new study finds that a lower-sodium DASH-style diet can produce clinically meaningful reductions in blood pressure for adults with type 2 diabetes. The study, which modified the original DASH diet for people with type 2 diabetes, achieved a 5-point reduction in systolic blood pressure, resulting in lower risks of stroke, cardiovascul...

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalJAMA Internal Medicine·DateJun 10, 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.

Happy to hand over the keys to a robot? Augmented reality might help

A new study found that augmented reality can significantly increase trust in autonomous vehicles by adding, modifying or removing driving-related information. The technology uses sensors to deliver real-time data, ensuring drivers stay focused on the road while accessing critical info.

SourceUniversity of South Australia·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 10, 2025

Announcement of NIMS Award 2025 winners

The NIMS Award 2025 honors Prof. Tsutomu Miyasaka, Prof. Henry J. Snaith, and Prof. Nam-Gyu Park for their pioneering work on perovskite solar cells and the incorporation of a critical element that improved stability and efficiency. The award ceremony will take place at the Tsukuba International Congress Center on November 11.

SourceNational Institute for Materials Science, Japan·DateJun 10, 2025

HKUST Engineering School introduces human-like driving technology for autonomous vehicles

A new cognitive encoding framework enables self-driving cars to 'think' like human drivers, reducing overall traffic risk by 26.3%. This system integrates social sensitivity, allowing AVs to prioritize pedestrian protection while minimizing harm to nearby vehicles.

SourceHong Kong University of Science and Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 10, 2025

Corporate boards with more women in positions of power lead to safer workplaces

New research from the University of Notre Dame finds that corporate boards with more women have fewer accidents and injuries on the job. Female directors can prioritize workplace safety and enhance regulatory compliance, leading to improved rule-following and protocols for safer work environments.

SourceUniversity of Notre Dame·JournalJournal of Operations Management·DateJun 10, 2025
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.

An Alaskan volcano could help scientists understand why ‘stealthy’ volcanoes erupt without warning

Researchers developed a model to explain and predict stealthy eruptions at Veniaminof, Alaska, by identifying key internal conditions such as low magma supply and warm host rock. The study suggests that volcanoes with small, warm reservoirs and slow magma flows are most likely to produce surprise eruptions.

SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Earth Science·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 10, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

SHEA affirms trust in ACIP and supports science-based vaccine policy

The Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America expresses confidence in the integrity of ACIP's conflict of interest policies. The ACIP has a long history of serving as a trusted body guiding national immunization policy, with recommendations rooted in rigorous evidence-based deliberations.

SourceSociety for Healthcare Epidemiology of America·DateJun 10, 2025

Let’s all club together for better mental health

A new study by Flinders University highlights the importance of a 'whole-club' approach to youth mental health promotion in sporting clubs. The research found that initiatives often focus on coaches alone, but must be embedded in club culture and routines to create lasting change.

SourceFlinders University·JournalQualitative Research in Sport Exercise and Health·TypeSurvey·DateJun 10, 2025

First Ohio State professor named CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar

Melisa Diaz, an associate professor in earth sciences at Ohio State University, has been selected as a CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar for her groundbreaking research on polar geochemistry. This prestigious honor supports her interdisciplinary research that bridges the physical, biological and social sciences to tackle global challenges.

SourceOhio State University·DateJun 10, 2025
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

The development of China’s national carbon market: An overview

The national carbon market in China integrates economic theory with international experience, covering sectoral coverage, cap setting, allowance allocation, and the MRV system. The market faces challenges including lack of an official phased development roadmap and effective market stability measures.

SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalEnergy and Climate Management·DateJun 10, 2025

Sea cucumbers could hold key to stopping cancer spread

Researchers at the University of Mississippi have discovered a sea cucumber sugar compound that effectively blocks Sulf-2, an enzyme crucial for cancer growth. The compound may be easier to create and safer to use than traditional medications, with potential benefits for natural cancer therapy.

SourceUniversity of Mississippi·JournalGlycobiology·DateJun 10, 2025
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.

ELAV mediates circular RNA biogenesis in neurons

A study by Max Planck researchers reveals that the ELAV protein acts as a global master switch for circular RNA (circRNA) production in neurons. The discovery explains the high prevalence of circRNAs in the nervous system, which are crucial for development and synaptic function.

SourceMax Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics·JournalGenes & Development·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 10, 2025

Baby talk is real: Adults speak differently to babies in at least 10 different languages

Researchers analyzed existing studies on infant-directed speech and found that adults exaggerate vowel sounds in speech directed to babies in at least 10 languages. The study suggests that mothers hyperarticulate vowels to facilitate word learning, but methodological differences make it difficult to generalize findings across languages.

SourceInternational Research Center for Neurointelligence (WPI-IRCN), The University of Tokyo·JournalPsychological Bulletin·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJun 10, 2025

SARS-CoV-2 protein found to spread between cells, triggering immune attack on healthy cells

A new study reveals that the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein can spread between cells, triggering an immune response that mistakenly targets healthy cells. The researchers found that a commonly used anticoagulant, enoxaparin, can block this harmful interaction, potentially offering a new avenue for treatment.

SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalCell Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 10, 2025

Evolution told by turtle scales

A new study reveals that turtles employ both molecular genetic factors and mechanical forces to develop the scales on different parts of their heads. The findings suggest that mechanical shaping of scales is an ancestral trait shared with crocodiles and likely dinosaurs, but lost in birds.

SourceUniversité de Genève·JournaliScience·TypeNews article·DateJun 10, 2025
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.

Tufts chemists design a next generation of weight loss drugs

Researchers at Tufts University have designed a new compound that incorporates structural elements of four hormones - GLP-1, GIP, glucagon, and PYY - to create a single weight loss drug. This chimera peptide aims to address the drawbacks of current weight loss drugs, such as nausea and limited efficacy.

SourceTufts University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 10, 2025

Texans add lifesavers to the chain of survival in Houston

The Houston Texans and American Heart Association partnered to provide Hands-Only CPR education to nearly 100 youth sports coaches. This training aims to improve emergency outcomes by ensuring more people know how to perform lifesaving CPR and AED use.

SourceAmerican Heart Association·DateJun 10, 2025
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

New study offers detailed look at winter flooding in California’s central valley

A new study uses satellite imagery to identify where winter floods occur in California's Central Valley, revealing areas of high flood risk and potential for groundwater recharge. The research aims to improve flood risk awareness and inform strategies for redirecting floodwaters to replenish depleted aquifers.

SourceDesert Research Institute·JournalJournal of Flood Risk Management·DateJun 10, 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.

Interactive artificial pancreas better controls type 1 diabetes using digital twins, study finds

A new study published in npj Digital Medicine found that an interactive artificial pancreas system, using digital twins, improved blood sugar control and reduced hemoglobin A1c levels in type 1 diabetes patients. The system adapts to users' changing bodies and allows them to test changes to the system's parameters in a safe simulation ...

SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·Journalnpj Digital Medicine·DateJun 10, 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.

CT colonography beats stool DNA testing for colon cancer screening

A study published in Radiology found that CT colonography is more effective and cost-effective than stool DNA testing for colorectal cancer screening, reducing incidence by 70-75% compared to 59%. CT colonography is also a cost-saving option with an estimated cost of $9,000 per QALY gained.

SourceRadiological Society of North America·JournalRadiology·DateJun 10, 2025

Europe’s industrial policy worsens the crises it claims to solve

The EU's industrial strategy faces criticism for its contradictions, which risk exacerbating climate, social, energy, and geopolitical crises. A new study calls for a fundamental rebalancing of the policy to prioritize public investment and green economic planning.

SourceUniversitat Autonoma de Barcelona·JournalGlobalizations·TypeContent analysis·DateJun 10, 2025

University of Houston researchers find that females with flexible personalities have fewer eating disorders

Researchers at the University of Houston found that females with more psychologically flexible personalities have fewer signs of eating disorders. The study suggests a personalized approach to therapy may be most effective for preventing eating disorders when using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalJournal of Contextual Behavioral Science·DateJun 10, 2025

Cleveland Clinic research finds injectable medications for obesity produce smaller weight loss in a real-world setting, compared to randomized clinical trials

A Cleveland Clinic study found that patients taking injectable GLP-1 medications for obesity lost an average of 3.6% body weight, significantly lower than the 11.9% seen in non-discontinuers. Treatment discontinuation negatively impacted blood sugar control in those with prediabetes.

SourceCleveland Clinic·JournalObesity·DateJun 10, 2025
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Weakly supervised bird-flock counting in wetlands based on multimodal optical image perception

Researchers develop annotation-free avian population estimation approach using multimodal perception model, achieving high accuracy without explicit object localization. The method is tested on the Wetland-Bird-Count dataset, outperforming existing weakly supervised and unsupervised methods.

SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalWatershed Ecology and the Environment·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 10, 2025

Largest twin study explores whether the environment affects people differently depending on their genes

Researchers identified genetic factors linked to environmental sensitivity in identical twins, influencing ADHD symptoms, autistic traits, anxiety and depression symptoms, psychotic experiences, and neuroticism. The study highlights the importance of gene-environment interactions in shaping mental health.

SourceKing's College London·JournalNature Human Behaviour·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 10, 2025