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AUTOPSIES: Modes of counter-investigation

Researchers will examine forensic methods, aesthetic practices, and issues of restitution in the context of archival investigation. They will explore how to critically engage with archives of colonial and political violence.

SourceGoethe University Frankfurt·DateJun 26, 2025

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
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

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.

SourceRheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 26, 2025

Research explores human factors in general aviation plane crashes

A study of 200 pilots found that errors caused by lack of skills or poor decisions often contributed to inflight loss of control incidents. The research highlights the need for better pilot training, particularly in recovering from out-of-control situations like spins and spirals.

SourceUniversity of Arkansas·JournalJournal of Air Transportation·TypeSurvey·DateJun 26, 2025

Flipping an evolutionarily disabled switch unlocks ear tissue regeneration in mice

Researchers have successfully enabled ear tissue regeneration in mice by flipping an evolutionarily disabled genetic switch involved in Vitamin A metabolism. By activating a key gene called Aldh1a2, the team restored regenerative ability in mice, which cannot regenerate complex tissues like the ear pinna.

SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateJun 26, 2025

Artificial intelligence in miniature format for small devices

Researchers at TU Graz developed methods to run AI models locally on small devices with limited memory, enabling efficient positioning error correction and industrial applications. The E-MINDS project introduced a modular system using division, orchestration, subspace configurable networks, quantisation, and pruning techniques.

SourceGraz University of Technology·DateJun 26, 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.

Membrane or metabolism, which came first?

Scientists have found a way to simulate metabolic processes in the absence of cell membranes using heat flow across thin, water-filled pores. This breakthrough provides new insights into the origin of life and offers approaches to biotechnology for creating synthetic living entities.

SourceLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München·JournalNature Physics·DateJun 26, 2025

Move to improve: Exercise eases depression and anxiety in kids

A new study from the University of South Australia found that structured exercise programs improve symptoms of depression and anxiety in children. The study, involving 38,000 young people across 375 clinical trials, suggests benefits can emerge quickly, even for short periods of time.

SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalJAACAP Connect·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJun 26, 2025

Knowledge Unlatched finds a new home with Annual Reviews

Knowledge Unlatched, a pioneering open access initiative, is moving to a new home within Annual Reviews organization. This transfer supports one of the most recognized initiatives in open access publishing, enabling thousands of titles to be freely available to readers worldwide.

SourceAnnual Reviews·DateJun 26, 2025

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

When ideas travel further than people

A new study reconciles opposing views on the spread of Neolithic farming by combining archaeology and genetics. The research found that cultural changes occurred through both people migration and the spread of ideas, depending on the region and period.

SourceUniversity of Lausanne·JournalScience·DateJun 26, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

Can the enzyme behind high cholesterol be turned off?

Scientists at The University of Texas at Arlington identified a new enzyme, IDO1, that plays a crucial role in inflammation and cholesterol regulation. By blocking this enzyme, macrophages regain their ability to absorb cholesterol, offering a potential new way to prevent heart disease.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·JournalLangmuir·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.

SourceNano Life Science Institute (NanoLSI), Kanazawa University·JournalSmall·DateJun 26, 2025

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

Inflammatory cells remain in the blood after treatment of severe asthma

A new study from Karolinska Institutet found that biological drugs used to treat severe asthma do not completely eradicate inflammatory cells. Researchers discovered an increase in blood levels of these cells during treatment, which could explain why inflammation often returns when treatment is tapered or discontinued. The study aims t...

SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalAllergy·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 26, 2025
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition is a durable star atlas for planning sessions, identifying targets, and teaching celestial navigation.

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.

SourceSociety for Experimental Biology·DateJun 26, 2025

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

Discovery of ‘mini halo’ points to how the early universe was formed

Astronomers have detected a vast cloud of energetic particles surrounding one of the most distant galaxy clusters ever observed. This discovery reveals that entire galaxy clusters were immersed in high-energy particles for most of their existence.

SourceUniversity of Montreal·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal Letters·TypeObservational study·DateJun 26, 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.

Study: Food and housing insecurity linked to unsafe gun storage

A recent study published in JAMA Network Open found significant associations between social factors like financial hardship, housing and food insecurity, and unsafe firearm storage practices. The researchers suggest that community-based education and support are key to understanding the behaviors driving gun ownership.

SourceUniversity of Delaware·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJun 26, 2025

In-line NMR guides orthogonal transformation of real-life plastics

Researchers developed a solid-state NMR method to characterize separation and recycling processes of real-life plastic waste mixtures. The technique identified individual components in complex polymer systems, enabling precise tracking of chemical evolution and mapping of conversion processes.

SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalNature·TypeCommentary/editorial·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

Study reveals mechanisms behind common mutation and prostate cancer

Researchers discovered two distinct ways mutation of the FOXA1 gene alters tumor formation and therapy resistance in prostate cancer in mouse models. The findings provide insight into how different classes of FOXA1 mutations operate, shedding light on the complex mechanisms driving prostate cancer progression.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 26, 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.

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

From brewery to pharma: Yeast's journey to curing diseases

Scientists have developed a method to produce macrocyclic peptides using brewer's yeast, which can be rapidly analyzed for therapeutic applications. The approach harnesses the natural machinery of yeast to create biocompatible and biodegradable peptide molecules with precision targeting and stability.

SourceUniversità Ca' Foscari Venezia·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 26, 2025

Muscle in space sheds light on ageing-related muscle loss

A recent study published in Stem Cell Reports found that microgravity accelerates skeletal muscle degeneration, leading to a decline in muscle strength and protein content. The researchers used an ISS lab-on-chip model to simulate ageing-related muscle loss and discovered that electrical stimulation can mitigate these changes.

SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·JournalStem Cell Reports·DateJun 26, 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.

Beyond the big leagues: Concussion care in community sports

A new study suggests current return-to-play protocols for community sport athletes may not be enough to ensure player safety following a concussion. Researchers recommend symptom-based assessments and personalized rehabilitation plans to support recovery and reduce the risk of reinjury.

SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalExercise and Sport Sciences Reviews·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
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.

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.

SourceLeibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research·JournalThe Plant Cell·DateJun 26, 2025

Study challenges climate change's link to our wild winter jet stream

Researchers found several volatile phases in the polar jet stream over the past 125 years that predate significant climate change effects. The study suggests that natural fluctuations may be driving recent erratic behavior of the jet stream, rather than climate change.

SourceDartmouth College·JournalAGU Advances·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 26, 2025

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

Ancient golden silk revived from the Korean sea

A team of Korean researchers has successfully recreated a golden fiber akin to that of 2,000 years ago using the pen shell cultivated in Korean coastal waters. The breakthrough reveals the scientific basis behind its unchanging golden color and demonstrates the potential of eco-friendly materials.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateJun 26, 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.

Rice rebels: Research reveals the grain’s brewing benefits

Research by Christian Schubert and Scott Lafontaine reveals rice's brewing benefits, including improved flavor profiles and shorter fermentation times. The study highlights the potential of rice to enhance nonalcoholic beer quality, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional brewing methods.

SourceUniversity of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture·JournalInternational Journal of Food Properties·DateJun 26, 2025

Research links iron-mediated cell death and inflammatory bowel disease

A study has discovered a connection between ferroptosis, a type of iron-dependent cell death, and inflammatory bowel disease. Lipid ROS activate ferroptosis, which drives cell death in the colon lining, and inhibiting this process may lead to new treatment options for IBD.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalNature Metabolism·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
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

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

Uncovering the role of spacers in advancing portable, low-voltage OLEDs

A nanometer-thin spacer layer has been inserted into exciplex upconversion OLEDs (ExUC-OLEDs) to improve energy transfer, enhancing blue light emission by 77-fold. This design enables the use of previously incompatible materials, paving the way for lightweight, low-voltage, and more flexible OLEDs.

SourceUniversity of Toyama·JournalACS Applied Optical Materials·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
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.

Heat impairs teamwork more than individual performance

A new study from UC San Diego reveals that even mild heat can significantly hinder team performance, while leaving individual productivity unaffected. Teams in warmer conditions experienced a notable decline in productivity due to communication and interaction breakdowns.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalThe Review of Economics and Statistics·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 26, 2025

New global index proposed to manage natural resources more sustainably

The Nature Relationship Index (NRI) aims to measure a country's sustainable path by assessing its relationships with nature, tracking progress and development. The NRI adds an environmental dimension to the Human Development Index, fostering mutually beneficial relationships between humans and the natural world.

SourceUniversity of the Witwatersrand·JournalNature·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
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

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

Many older women may have undetected brain tumors

Researchers found that 2.7% of 70-year-old women had meningiomas, a type of tumor on the meninges outside the brain tissue. The study emphasizes the importance of diligence and careful consideration in managing these tumors, which are often benign and grow slowly.

SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalActa Neurochirurgica·TypeObservational study·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.

SourceSLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)·JournalSLAS TECHNOLOGY·DateJun 26, 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.

Scientists capture slow-motion earthquake in action

Researchers detected a slow slip earthquake in Japan's Nankai Fault, behaving like a tectonic shock absorber. The event revealed fluids are a key ingredient for slow earthquakes and confirmed that the fault releases pent-up energy harmlessly.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalScience·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 26, 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.