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Science News Archive March 2025


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Med-X | Flexible and stretchable bioelectronics for organoids

Developing multifunctional bioelectronics for organoid interfacing has overcome conventional electronics' limitations. Flexible and stretchable electronics create organoid/electronics hybrids for chronically stable interfaces, enabling electrophysiological recording and multimodal profiling of single cells within 3D tissues.

Swiss women had more children at start of coronavirus pandemic

Researchers at the University of Zurich found that Swiss women had more children at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic due to better work-life balance and reduced economic uncertainty. However, birth rates have since fallen back, with young people being cautious about having children during the pandemic.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

Measles on the rise again in Europe: Time to check your vaccination status

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control reports a significant increase in measles cases across EU/EEA countries, with eight out of ten unvaccinated individuals contracting the disease. Vaccination levels fall short of the 95% target, leaving vulnerable populations susceptible to measles.

BU faculty member elected to APDIM Council

Craig Noronha has been elected to the Association of Program Directors in Internal Medicine (APDIM) Council, bringing his expertise in faculty development and residency education. As a councilor, he will focus on program development and advocacy.

Meta Quest 3 512GB

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

Water movement on surfaces makes more electric charge than expected

Water movement on surfaces creates an irreversible electrical charge, with potential applications in improving safety and energy storage. The study found that the charge is generated at the interface between liquid and solid and can be retained in droplets as they move over the surface.

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.

Endocrine Society elects Santoro as 2026-2027 President

Nanette Santoro will become president in June 2026, succeeding an unmentioned prior president. She has held various roles within the Endocrine Society and is a recognized expert in women's reproductive health and menopause research.

Research involving 300,000 women started as a student project

Researchers analyzed Estonian Biobank and FinnGen data on female reproductive health diagnoses, identifying previously undescribed genetic associations and shared genetics. The study provides valuable information for understanding the biological background of diseases and traits.

AI in engineering

The article explores the role of AI in engineering, highlighting benefits such as improved transportation and manufacturing, but also raises concerns about safety, privacy, bias, and governance. The authors discuss weaknesses in data-driven models and call for research into regulatory frameworks to address these issues.

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.

CRISPR cut a gene from head and neck cancers -through direct injection

Researchers used CRISPR to cut a single gene from cancer cells of head and neck tumors, resulting in the elimination of 50% of the tumors after 84 days. This groundbreaking study demonstrates that some genes are essential for cancer cell survival, making them excellent targets for CRISPR therapy.

Cultured meat’s new secret ingredient: aloe vera

A new study introduces Aloe vera as a natural scaffold for cultured meat production, enhancing the taste and texture of alternative proteins. The research also highlights a novel bioprocessing approach using Aloe vera scaffolds in a macrofluidic single-use bioreactor.

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.

Advances in regional-scale crop growth and associated process models

The study categorizes CROP-AP models into four key types, highlighting five major applications in agricultural productivity simulation. Future research priorities focus on strengthening model validation and simulating multi-scale interactions to support sustainable global food production.

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

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

Muscles from the printer

Scientists at Empa have developed a method to produce complex soft actuators using 3D printing, overcoming challenges of elasticity, softness, and material properties. The actuators, made from silicone-based materials, can be used in various applications, including robotics, cars, and potentially even medical devices.

Delineating the mechanisms mediating piezo-1- induced liver regeneration

Researchers found that Piezo-1 activation in vascular endothelial cells leads to the up-regulation of proteins promoting hepatocyte proliferation and partial epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition. This study provides mechanistic insights into how mechanical stimulation regulates liver regeneration.

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.

Smart humidity sensor transforms human behavior recognition

A cutting-edge humidity sensing system has been unveiled, capable of monitoring human behaviors in real-time through the detection of respiratory patterns. The system achieves an impressive 96.2% accuracy in identifying human behaviors and is set to transform healthcare and smart home technologies.

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.

USPSTF statement on screening for food insecurity

The USPSTF has concluded that the current evidence is insufficient to assess the balance of benefits and harms of screening for food insecurity on health outcomes. Nearly one-third of households with incomes below the federal poverty threshold experience food insecurity, highlighting a significant public health concern.

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

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

DNL-17: novel small-pore aluminophosphate molecular sieve

Researchers developed a novel small-pore AlPO MS, DNL-17, using cutting-edge 3D electron diffraction technology. The new material features unique cages and a distinct stacking sequence, showing promise for selective adsorption in the separation of n-butane and isobutane.

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.

Wild bees thrive among diverse flower communities, Concordia study shows

A study published in Ecological Applications found that a diversity of corolla sizes in urban flower communities positively impacts wild bee biodiversity. Researchers from Concordia University collected data from 16 sites around Montreal and identified 94 different species of bees and almost 150 different species of flowers.

A 62-million-year-old skeleton sheds light on an enigmatic mammal

The discovery of a 62-million-year-old Mixodectes skeleton has provided new insights into the anatomy, behavior, diet, and evolutionary relationships of this enigmatic mammal. The study shows that Mixodectes was an arboreal mammal that weighed about 2.9 pounds and primarily ate leaves.

Microplastics increase antimicrobial resistance

A recent study has discovered that microplastics can facilitate the development of antimicrobial resistance in bacteria, even in the absence of antibiotics. The researchers used different types and sizes of plastic to expose E. coli bacteria to various antibiotics and found significant increases in multidrug resistance after exposure.

Scientists discover new heavy-metal molecule ‘berkelocene’

Researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory have discovered the first organometallic molecule containing berkelium, a highly radioactive element. The discovery reveals that berkelium exhibits a unique tetravalent oxidation state, challenging traditional understanding of its behavior in the periodic table.

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.

Amino acid assists in recycling rechargeable batteries

A Chinese research team has developed a new strategy for recycling spent lithium-ion batteries using a hydrometallurgical process in neutral solution. The addition of glycine improves the leaching efficiency, allowing for the extraction of valuable metals such as lithium, nickel, cobalt, and manganese with high accuracy.

Taking taiga’s temperature

A new study introduces a powerful tool for analyzing satellite imagery of boreal forests, offering insights into their health and dynamics. The 'needleleaf index' provides critical information on forest cover fluctuations, particularly the impact of recent wildfires, highlighting the vulnerability of these ecosystems to climate change.

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.

Climate affects microbial life around Antarctica

Research reveals that warmer conditions in Antarctic waters lead to changes in microbial community composition, with bacteria dominating over phytoplankton. This shift can decrease biological productivity and affect the global food web.

New tech for managing type 1 diabetes is effective for older adults

A new study from Washington State University finds automated insulin delivery systems safe and effective for older adults with type 1 diabetes, improving glucose control and reducing burden. The hybrid closed loop system proved most effective at keeping blood sugar in target range.