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Footy umpires blow the whistle on abuse

A recent study by the University of South Australia found that almost half of Australian Rules Football umpires have experienced verbal abuse, while one in five reported physical abuse. The survey also highlighted the need for support and communication between umpires, clubs, and authorities to prevent such incidents.

SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalThe International Journal of Sport and Society·TypeSurvey·DateJun 26, 2025

Further insights into the consequences of abnormal chromosome numbers

A study by RPTU researchers reveals that abnormal chromosome numbers lead to impaired mitochondrial function, which could be relevant for drug treatment of cancer. Cells with extra chromosomes accumulate protein aggregates containing a specific receptor, impairing mitochondrial precursor proteins' passage into the mitochondria.

Jackpot! Gold from e-waste opens a rich vein for miners and the environment

An interdisciplinary team at Flinders University has developed a safer and more sustainable approach to extract and recover gold from ore and electronic waste. The new method uses a low-cost and benign compound to extract gold, which can then be selectively bound to a novel sulfur-rich polymer, allowing for high-purity gold recovery.

SourceFlinders University·JournalNature Sustainability·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 26, 2025

From hydration layers to nanoarchitectures: Water’s pivotal role in peptide organization on 2D nanomaterials

A team of researchers reveals the critical role of water in guiding nanoarchitecture formation on solid surfaces. They designed short peptides that form linear, crystalline structures aligned with the underlying atomic lattice, showcasing the interplay between aromatic interactions and solvation effects.

Neopred: A dual-phase CT AI tool for preoperative prediction of pathological response in NSCLC

A new dual-phase CT AI tool, NeoPred, combines pre-treatment and pre-surgery scans with clinical data to predict major pathological response in NSCLC patients. The model achieved high accuracy rates, including AUCs of 0.772-0.787, outperforming surgeons and improving diagnostic accuracy.

SourceNational Center for Respiratory Medicine·JournalJournal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 26, 2025

SEB Conference 2025

The SEB Conference 2025 will feature over 500 talks on latest advances in experimental research across animal, plant and cell biology. The event highlights groundbreaking research in biomechanics, wildlife conservation, human disease and bio-inspired robotics.

USC technology may reduce shipping emissions by half

A USC-developed shipboard system using limestone and seawater can remove up to half of carbon dioxide emitted from shipping vessels, cutting maritime CO2 emissions by 50%. The process mimics a natural chemical reaction in the ocean, where CO2 is absorbed into water pumped onboard and then neutralized through a bed of limestone.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalScience Advances·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 26, 2025

Improving how we design materials

Advanced computer simulations reveal shear deformations and internal mechanical stresses play a crucial role in grain growth and evolution. This discovery helps explain why real polycrystals behave differently than predicted and offers insights into designing stronger materials.

SourceTechnische Universität Dresden·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 26, 2025

From mild to severe hypoxia: How HIF-1α conducts the “survival symphony” of tumor cells?

A study reveals how HIF-1α adapts cells to different levels of oxygen deprivation by activating specific genes, including those involved in glycolysis, immune suppression and angiogenesis. The research provides a framework for understanding hypoxia-induced cellular responses and identifying precision targets for therapeutic strategies.

SourceResearch·JournalResearch·TypeNews article·DateJun 26, 2025

‘Chemo brain’ and the aging brain: Researchers examine similarities in search for improved cognition

Researchers at the University of Oklahoma investigate the overlap between cognitive decline caused by chemotherapy and aging, discovering decreased blood flow, disrupted blood-brain barriers, and senescent cells. Removing these cells with senolytics can improve cerebral blood flow, cognition, and overall brain health.

SourceUniversity of Oklahoma·JournalAging Cell·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 26, 2025

New study identifies brain networks underlying psychopathy

Researchers used advanced neuroimaging and the Julich-Brain Atlas to identify specific brain networks linked to psychopathy, finding reduced volumes in multiple regions including basal ganglia, thalamus, and cortex. This study advances research on neuropsychobiological correlates of aggression.

SourceEBRAINS·JournalEuropean Archives of Psychiatry and Clinical Neuroscience·DateJun 26, 2025

IPK researchers reveal that timely KNL2 degradation is critical for maintaining genome stability

Research reveals that KNL2 degradation is critical for centromere integrity and mitotic fidelity. The study found that alpha-KNL2 in Arabidopsis thaliana is degraded during mitosis through ubiquitin-dependent proteolysis, highlighting the importance of tight protein regulation during cell division.

New IQ research shows why smarter people make better decisions

A new study from the University of Bath found that individuals with a higher IQ make more realistic predictions, leading to improved life outcomes. Smarter people are significantly better at forecasting, making fewer errors and showing more consistent judgement compared to those with a lower IQ.

SourceUniversity of Bath·JournalJournal of Personality and Social Psychology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 26, 2025

Optica Quantum June 2025 issue press tip sheet

The latest issue of Optica Quantum features research on cryogenic photonic links for superconducting qubits, spatio-spectral quantum state estimation of photon pairs from optical fiber, and quantum optical reservoir computing powered by boson sampling. These studies demonstrate breakthroughs in measuring and optimizing quantum states, ...

SourceOptica·JournalOptica Quantum·DateJun 26, 2025

Mount Sinai researchers use wearable technology to explore the link between IBD and sleep disruption

The study found that significant changes in sleep metrics occurred only when inflammation was present in the body, with symptoms alone not resulting in any notable sleep disruption. Sleep disturbances worsened leading up to inflammatory flares and improved afterward, suggesting that sleep changes may signal upcoming disease activity.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalClinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology·DateJun 26, 2025

Using data and AI to create better health care systems

Academic medical centers can transform patient care by adopting learning health system principles, harnessing real-time data analysis and AI to improve patient outcomes. The proposed model aims to establish a smarter, more efficient and equitable care model by integrating diverse databases and leveraging AI for personalized, proactive ...

SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·Journalnpj Health Systems·DateJun 26, 2025

SNU researchers develop world's first concealable PUF using V-NAND flash memory

Researchers from SNU developed a groundbreaking hardware security technology based on commercially available V-NAND flash memory, enabling secure generation, storage, and concealment of keys. The Concealable PUF technology maintains unclonability and randomness while adding the ability to hide and reveal the security key as needed.

SourceSeoul National University College of Engineering·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 26, 2025

6-PPD quinone at environmentally relevant concentrations disrupts citric acid cycle in Caenorhabditis elegans: Role of reduction in acetyl CoA and pyruvate contents

Researchers studied the effects of 6-PPDQ on the citric acid cycle in C. elegans, finding disruptions at environmentally relevant concentrations. The study revealed reductions in key metabolites and enzyme gene expressions, contributing to mitochondrial dysfunction and toxicity.

SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalEnvironmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 26, 2025

Unlocking the circuitry of anxiety

PTEN-deficient mouse models exhibit ASD-like characteristics due to circuit imbalance and altered behavior. The study reveals specific circuit changes in the amygdala resulting from PTEN loss in inhibitory neurons, providing new insights into the underlying circuit alterations that contribute to heightened fear and anxiety.

SourceMax Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience·JournalFrontiers in Cellular Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 26, 2025

Despite recovery from depression, the brain retains sensitivity to negative cues

A new study published in Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging found that individuals with remitted depression show increased habenula activity and reduced connectivity between the habenula and dopamine-producing regions, suggesting a heightened sensitivity to negative cues. This suggests that even after recove...

SourceElsevier·JournalBiological Psychiatry Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging·TypeImaging analysis·DateJun 26, 2025

Survival of the fuzziest: Open-source fuzzer uses evolutionary algorithm to produce customized test inputs

FANDANGO, a new open-source fuzzing tool, employs an iterative procedure modeled on biological evolution to produce high-quality test inputs that cover both semantics and syntax. The tool enables complete control over test inputs, allowing testers to specify input characteristics and explore specific parts of the program.

SourceCISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security·JournalProceedings of the ACM on Software Engineering·DateJun 26, 2025

SLAS Technology Vol. 32: AI, Robotics and Precision Diagnostics

This issue of SLAS Technology features a high-precision microfluidic flow splitter that outperforms commercial alternatives, enabling even flow division and simplifying multi-inlet perfusion. The journal showcases technological leaps in the life sciences, including rapid pathogen detection and AI-driven insights into schizophrenia.