Researchers developed AI technology to detect patterns in gut bacteria, identifying complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) with remarkable accuracy. The study found a common 'microbiome signature' connected to CRPS, potentially leading to advances in diagnosis and treatment.
Researchers found no substantial relationship between sovereignty referendum outcomes and subsequent election results, despite some nuanced effects on party positions. Winning anti-EU referendums led to less Euroscepticism among victorious formations.
Large Language Models (LLMs) like Mixtral can grade student responses quickly, but often rely on shortcuts and assume students understand topics. Researchers found that LLMs are more accurate when provided with human-made rubrics, which include specific rules for grading. This suggests that AI can be used to streamline grading processe...
Researchers from UC3M and Harvard University demonstrate reprogrammable mechanical behavior of magnetic metamaterials without changing composition. Flexible magnets allow for modification of stiffness and energy absorption capacity through distribution or external magnetic field manipulation.
A new study by the University of Ottawa reveals a clear link between racism in schools and symptoms of depression among Black students. The research identifies how academic racism hinders Black youths and their social and economic contribution to Canadian society.
Researchers found that bacteria use protein reservoirs to buffer fluctuations in protein concentrations, ensuring stable pattern formation. This discovery has important implications for understanding dynamic pattern formation and its applications in other biological questions.
A new study from Washington University School of Medicine found that 81% of participants would choose to know their theoretical risk, but only 60% opted for real results. The research highlights the importance of considering ethical concerns and ensuring participants truly want their research results.
The service uses a polygenic risk score test to assess individual risk and offers personalized recommendations for screening and prevention. Women with higher risk are offered clear guidelines, including the possibility of more frequent and potentially earlier screening.
A new study reveals that manipulating rhizosphere microbiomes can significantly improve nutrient uptake in tomatoes under limited nitrogen and water conditions. Higher microbial diversity and a robust core bacteriome are key factors in enhancing multinutrient traits.
A new study found that women with the most common autoimmune diseases die from cardiovascular disease more frequently than men. This highlights the need for improved CVD risk management in these patients.
The UK is facing significant environmental, economic, and health harm from microplastic pollution without a comprehensive approach. The EU and US are already implementing reduction targets and regulatory limits, while the UK lacks specific reduction targets.
A new study published by Kennedy Krieger Institute found that targeted coaching for caregivers of infants as young as 8 months significantly enhances babies' communication and cognitive development. This early intervention model empowers families to learn strategies to increase their infant's engagement and communication.
A new survey by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine reveals that half of U.S. adults believe a plant-based diet improves their health and prevents chronic diseases. Only 20% of primary care practitioners discuss this with patients, highlighting a missed opportunity to turn interest into action and reduce disease risk.
The partnership will expand open access scholarship through Direct to Open, featuring multiple package options combining content from both presses. Duke University Press brings its humanities and social sciences catalog to the program.
Recent research from the University of Amsterdam found that COVID-19 border closures briefly undermined trust in the EU and increased hostility toward immigrants. Attitudes toward immigrants dropped sharply, but returned to previous levels within a few weeks.
Professor Carmen Sandi has made significant contributions to the understanding of stress and anxiety mechanisms in the brain. Her research focuses on the neurobiological effects of stress and anxiety, including their impact on cognition and behavior.
A study found that Reddit is being used by people with second thoughts to openly share and seek advice before getting married. Researchers discovered that users are more comfortable expressing their unease on the platform than with family or friends, sharing topics from major red flags to smaller frustrations.
A recent study from the University of Surrey found that China's Plan on Clean Energy Accommodation has resulted in a decline in green total factor productivity. This measure reflects a region's ability to achieve economic growth while minimizing resource consumption and environmental degradation.
Research in China's Greater Bay Area found that almost 6,000 vessels move daily, leaving little space for nature. The study highlights the need for conservation efforts and sustainable management of coastal development.
Researchers at the University of Leicester have developed a technique using soundwaves to separate valuable catalyst materials and fluorinated polymer membranes from catalyst-coated membranes. This breakthrough addresses critical environmental challenges posed by PFAS, which contaminate drinking water and have serious health implications.
A new study by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine found that an online physician-led plant-based nutrition intervention program is practical, cost-effective, and successful at improving patient health. The program led to reductions in diabetes medications, body weight, A1C, and total and LDL cholesterol levels.
A new study found that neoadjuvant dual immuno-combination therapy with relatlimab and nivolumab achieved a 93% one-year disease-free survival rate and 100% one-year overall survival rate in patients with resectable non-small cell lung cancer. The therapy also showed promising outcomes, including a pathological complete response rate o...
A new study from North Carolina State University researchers finds that conversion of forests to urban development or agriculture near streams can have harmful effects on water quality downstream. The study suggests that more attention should be paid to where development might have serious effects on water quality for people living nea...
The 2024 US sea level 'report cards' provide updated analyses of sea level trends and projections for 36 coastal communities. Most locations continue a trend of accelerating sea level rise, with notable exceptions in southeastern states and West Coast localities.
Researchers have used machine learning to study the melting of layered materials, discovering a complex two-step process that contradicts prior theories. The team identified changes in topological excitations as the key to understanding the unexpected melting behavior, enabling predictions up to 12 material layers.
Researchers at University of Rochester and RIT created an experimental quantum communications network to transmit information securely over long distances. The network uses single photons to enable secure communication without cloning or interception.
The 2025 Hertz Fellows are pursuing research in developing robotic hands, satellite collision avoidance systems, and renewable energy storage. They join an influential network of over 1,300 Hertz Fellows worldwide who have driven significant scientific progress.
The NCCN Policy Summit brought together experts to discuss ways to strengthen collaborative cancer care, from early detection to survivorship. Key findings include the need for better communication and coordination between primary care and oncology providers.
A new study reports a substantial increase in mental health and neurodevelopmental disorder diagnoses among publicly insured children between 2010-19. The percentage of diagnoses rose from 10.7% to 16.5%, with a significant increase observed even before the COVID-19 pandemic began.
Researchers at Washington State University have discovered a new way to produce sugar from corn stalks and other crop waste using an ammonium sulfite-based alkali salts process. This method allows for the efficient conversion of cellulosic biomass into sugar, making it a potentially cost-competitive alternative to traditional methods.
Three Israeli scientists will each receive US$100,000 for their innovative work in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, and Physical Sciences & Engineering. The Blavatnik Awards recognize outstanding young scientists at the early stages of their careers.
A new study finds that procedural justice training, when supported by leadership, can improve police-community relations. The research conducted in Mexico City showed that such training can reshape how officers engage with the public, leading to increased trust.
Researchers have used AI and brain activity to study the Other-Race-Effect (ORE), a phenomenon where people recognize faces of their own race more easily than others. They found that faces from other races are processed more generally and with less detail, leading to less accurate recognition.
This study demonstrates the benefits of electronic patient-reported outcomes (ePROs) in improving symptom control and reducing symptom interference for surgical patients. The findings show that ePROs can lead to lower composite scores and better symptom reports for fatigue, distress, and other symptoms.
The study provides a comprehensive map of lung development up to birth, identifying distinct spatial domains and cell types within the lung. Key findings include proximal-distal patterning, alveolar niche heterogeneity, and regulatory networks driving lung development.
A recent study has identified similarities in the mechanisms of diabetes and prostate cancer, suggesting that diabetes drugs like pioglitazone could inhibit tumor growth. Researchers found that PPARγ activation states influence cell behavior, leading to potential new therapeutic approaches for prostate cancer treatment.
The 51st VLDB conference will focus on the relationship between AI technologies and data, exploring topics like data discovery, cleaning, and integration for deep learning and large language models. Researchers and practitioners will gather to discuss advancements in data construction techniques that propel AI progress.
The updated CDC HIV Non-Occupational Post Exposure Prophylaxis (nPEP) Guidelines aim to streamline medical practice and prevent new HIV infections. New guidelines include streamlined assessment factors, preferred nPEP regimens, and faster treatment initiation within 24 hours.
Researchers found that fisetin reduces calcium buildup and protects blood vessels from hardening in vascular smooth muscle cells. Fisetin's anti-calcification activity depends on the phosphatase DUSP1, which inhibits p38 MAPK.
Researchers identified ADH4 as a key suppressor of HCC and found that silencing it increases tumor growth; forced ADH4 expression reverses oncogenic traits. RA production counteracts the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, driving cellular proliferation.
Dr Constantine Evans, a Maynooth University researcher, has won the Robert Dirks Molecular Programming Prize for his work on molecular self-assembly and its applications in biological systems. His research continues to make important strides in the scientific community.
A new study reveals that harriers have independently evolved owl-like traits in their ear and brain anatomy, allowing them to locate prey by sound. This discovery provides insights into how birds perceive their surroundings and may contribute to bird conservation efforts.
Researchers found that mice on a Mediterranean-style diet recovered quickly and restored a healthy gut microbiome after antibiotics, while those on a Western-style diet were susceptible to infection. The study suggests that diet can be used to treat infections in patients following cancer treatment or organ transplants.
A new AI tool, SALSA, has been developed to automate the detection and monitoring of liver tumors with high precision. The tool, which uses deep learning algorithms, demonstrates superior accuracy in cancer detection and quantification of tumor burden, surpassing state-of-the-art models.
Scientists used a gene-silencing tool and large library to understand how photosynthetic bacteria adapt to light and temperature changes. Partial suppression of genes yielded big benefits in modifying stress response in wild microbes.
A team of researchers has found that sound waves can create standing waves in semi-open spaces, potentially enabling resonance in shapes with open sides. This discovery challenges the long-held assumption that resonance requires closed sides.
Researchers investigate the total and minimum energy efficiency tradeoff in robust multigroup multicast satellite communication systems, introducing a new metric to balance system performance and fairness. The study presents an optimization framework for robust beamforming design under imperfect channel phase uncertainty.
A consortium of Finnish companies, including Nokia and Bittium, has launched the RF ECO3 project to accelerate 6G development. The project aims to address challenges in radio frequency design and energy efficiency for ultra-fast communications and sensing capabilities.
Traumatic mechanisms and fracture patterns are key risk factors for pulmonary complications in elderly patients with isolated rib fractures. This study found no significant relationship between chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, diabetes, age, or pulmonary complications in these patients.
Researchers developed a low-cost mobile tool to detect arsenic contamination in water, offering an onsite solution for monitoring water quality. The sensor can measure arsenic levels as low as 0.90 parts per billion with quick response time of just 3.2 seconds.
The BMW Group and ESMT Berlin are expanding their partnership to include full-time MBA and MSc programs, offering eight fellowships for the upcoming academic year. The fellowship program aims to support leaders with strong backgrounds in mathematics and technology to drive positive change in business and society.
Dr. Chaim Garfinkel's groundbreaking work in climate modeling and atmospheric dynamics enhances predictions of climate patterns on seasonal to decadal timescales, providing critical tools for weather forecasting systems and international efforts to mitigate climate change. His research aims to predict extreme weather events weeks in ad...
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have identified a genetic code that enables the displacement of antibiotic resistance genes from bacteria. This discovery could lead to the development of new probiotics to combat antibiotic resistance in both animals and humans, making them reservoirs of this issue.
The Psychedelics journal has expanded its focus to include all psychoactive drugs, challenging traditional classifications and embracing a broader understanding of consciousness-altering substances. This move aims to reveal novel therapeutic applications and deepen human knowledge of the mind.
Researchers explore alternative models of black holes without singularities, which could be distinguishable from standard black holes through subtle deviations in predictions. Observational tests using sophisticated instruments and different channels may reveal clues about internal structure.
Researchers have found that psychedelic compounds can reverse a cascade involving brain-resident cells and immune cells, increasing fear behavior when chronic stress disrupts signaling. This finding represents a paradigm shift in understanding psychedelics' therapeutic potential.
Heavy nuclei at the neutron drip line exhibit weak binding due to coupling between nucleus-bound states and continuum spectrum. Researchers find that isospin asymmetry saturation affects Coulomb energy and symmetry energy, while deformation energy resists augmented proton charge. They also discover a correlation between magic numbers a...
Researchers found that most sustainability claims in agricultural genomics publications are causal claims, proposing a cause-and-effect relationship. The study suggests that academics should define complex concepts like sustainability using credible academic sources and providing details on their scientific results.
A new planning formula, adapted from the Real Options Approach, aims to transform the Royal Australian Navy's fleet management. The model assesses multiple future scenarios, reducing risk of overinvestment or premature commissioning.
Researchers developed a knowledge-based intelligence method to predict and control segment floating by optimizing shield tail grouting parameters. The method achieved high prediction accuracy and optimized parameter configuration, reducing risks of engineering accidents.