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Science News Archive March 2025 - Page 35


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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.

SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalMed-X·DateMar 11, 2025

Presence of potentially toxic microalgae confirmed in La Concha Bay

Researchers confirm presence of potentially toxic Ostreopsis ovata algae in La Concha Bay, highlighting importance of substrate type and need for further study. Continued monitoring is advised to determine level of concentration and control situation.

SourceUniversity of the Basque Country·JournalMarine Pollution Bulletin·DateMar 11, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

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.

SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalPopulation Studies·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceEuropean Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC)·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceBoston University School of Medicine·DateMar 11, 2025

How environmental exposures affect genes and increase cancer risk

Genetic changes triggered by environmental factors like pollution, diet, and stress can increase cancer risk. Nearly everyone is exposed to cancer risk factors daily, highlighting the need for public awareness and policy action to reduce exposure.

SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalOncotarget·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 11, 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.

Gd-induced oxygen vacancy activates lattice oxygen oxidation for water electrolysis

Researchers at Tohoku University found that incorporating gadolinium into iron-doped nickel oxide markedly enhances oxygen evolution reaction activity. Gd-doping reduces theoretical overpotentials and demonstrates favorable kinematics, leading to remarkable long-term stability and robust performance in water electrolysis.

SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceRMIT University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2025

Over 1 in 3 adults in households with guns do not store all in locked locations

A recent survey found that over a third of US adults with guns do not store all of them in locked locations. This increases the risk of accidental death, suicide, and child access. Additionally, younger adults and those with children are more likely to report storing their guns in a safe manner.

SourceAnnenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania·TypeSurvey·DateMar 11, 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.

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.

SourceEstonian Research Council·JournalNature Medicine·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMar 11, 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.

Outdated assumptions about cost efficiency are costing firms millions, according to new study

A new study from the University of Surrey found that traditional methods for evaluating cost savings from diversification are fundamentally flawed. The research proposes a more accurate way of assessing production costs, highlighting the importance of considering supply chain management, resource allocation, and production bottlenecks.

SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalAnnals of Operations Research·TypeObservational study·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourcePNAS Nexus·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateMar 11, 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.

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.

SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·Journalnpj Science of Food·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceScience China Press·JournalScience China Earth Sciences·TypeLiterature review·DateMar 11, 2025
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.

Spectroscopy technique could improve surgery for pediatric epilepsy patients

A new study reports that Raman spectroscopy, a noninvasive technique, can distinguish between abnormal FCD type II tissue and healthy brain cells with remarkable accuracy. This method could provide real-time guidance for surgeons to more accurately identify and remove affected tissue during surgery.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalBiophotonics Discovery·DateMar 11, 2025

Long visit in the ER? It’s a good time to learn about cervical cancer screening

Researchers found that women who received text message reminders were twice as likely to get their cervical cancer screenings within 150 days compared to those without reminders. The study suggests a promising low-cost approach to increasing cancer screenings in underserved populations.

SourceUniversity of Rochester Medical Center·JournalAcademic Emergency Medicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceSwiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA)·JournalAdvanced Materials Technologies·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceCompuscript Ltd·JournalGenes & Diseases·DateMar 11, 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.

Children who lack fish in their diets are less sociable and kind, study finds

A new study from the University of Bristol found an association between fish intake and the behavioural development of children. Children who consumed the least amounts of seafood at 7-years-old were likely to be less 'prosocial' at ages 7 and 9 years compared to those who regularly consumed seafood.

SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalEuropean Journal of Nutrition·TypeObservational study·DateMar 11, 2025

Scientists provide deeper insights into the formation process of hydroxides

Researchers discovered that tetrahedral Co²⁺ is preferentially incorporated into the lattice in early stages of Co(OH)₂ formation. The retention of tetrahedral Co²⁺ is linked to effective OH⁻ concentration, paving the way for optimized synthesis methods and enhanced material properties.

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceAerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalMicrosystems & Nanoengineering·DateMar 11, 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.

Researchers co-led by NTU Singapore develop technique to manipulate water waves to precisely control floating objects

A team of international scientists co-led by NTU Singapore has discovered a way to manipulate water waves to trap and precisely move floating objects. The method involves generating complex surface patterns that can pull in nearby objects, allowing for precise control over their movement.

SourceNanyang Technological University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA·DateMar 11, 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.

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.

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.

SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 11, 2025

‘Fishial’ recognition: Neural network identifies coral reef sounds

A new neural network can identify fish activity on coral reefs by sound, faster than human experts, enabling real-time monitoring of fish populations, species identification, and disaster response. This technology has the potential to revolutionize ocean monitoring and research.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalThe Journal of the Acoustical Society of America·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceConcordia University·JournalEcological Applications·TypeObservational study·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceYale University·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceAmerican Society for Microbiology·JournalApplied and Environmental Microbiology·DateMar 11, 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 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.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2025

CUNY research team unlocks secrets of mysterious 62-million-year-old mammal

A groundbreaking study led by CUNY researcher Stephen Chester uncovers the anatomy, lifestyle, and evolutionary connections of Mixodectes pungens, a mysterious 62-million-year-old mammal. The discovery reveals the species was close to humans and other primates on the evolutionary tree.

SourceAdvanced Science Research Center, GC/CUNY·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceUniversity of Ottawa·Journalnpj Natural Hazards·TypeCase study·DateMar 11, 2025
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.

SourceRoyal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research·JournalEnvironmental Microbiome·DateMar 11, 2025

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.

SourceWashington State University·JournalNEJM Evidence·DateMar 11, 2025

Microplastics could be fueling antibiotic resistance, Boston University study finds

A recent study by Boston University researchers has discovered that exposure to microplastics enhances the antimicrobial resistance of bacteria, making them more resistant to antibiotics. This finding is particularly concerning for refugees and underfunded health systems, where access to healthcare is already limited.

SourceBoston University·JournalApplied and Environmental Microbiology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 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.