Researchers at Grainger Engineering will investigate the origins of two-level system defects in superconducting qubits, a critical limiting factor for quantum computing. The four-year project aims to identify the causes of these defects and develop methods to reduce their occurrence.
Medical imaging foundation models revolutionize cancer precision medicine by integrating multimodal data, AI algorithms, and large language models. They enhance diagnostic accuracy and clinical interpretability, facilitating personalized therapy and intelligent clinical decision support.
A new study by Stanford Medicine researchers finds that a personalized prehab coaching program can motivate patients, enhance their immune system, and result in fewer complications. The study suggests that one-on-one help is crucial for successful prehabilitation, leading to better adherence and improved clinical outcomes.
A 10-year follow-up study by PLOS reveals that Dutch servicemembers injured in Afghanistan maintained their quality of life. The findings suggest long-term stability for those affected by battle-related injuries.
Researchers analyzed 70 plastic children's products sold in Brazil and found high levels of toxic substances, with barium levels up to 15 times higher than permitted. The study highlights the need for stricter enforcement measures to protect children's health.
A Dartmouth study finds that AI-powered chatbots can deliver personalized learning to large numbers of students. The researchers created an AI teaching assistant called NeuroBot TA that provides around-the-clock individualized support for students, which they found to be more trusted than general chatbots.
A new study by UMass Amherst and Brennan Center researchers found that mass shootings increase local voter turnout, particularly in Democratic areas, but have no effect on presidential vote choices. Turnout surged by up to 10 percentage points in neighborhoods near shootings.
Australian scientists have developed a new blood test that can identify women with ovarian cancer more likely to benefit from PARP inhibitor therapy, offering hope for more effective treatment. The test measures immune biomarkers and predicts which patients will respond to treatment.
A new study by Yale Ancient Pharmacology Program reveals evidence of opium use in ancient Egyptian society, suggesting it was part of daily life. The discovery also raises the possibility that alabaster jars found in King Tut's tomb contained opium as part of an ancient tradition.
Six University of Cologne researchers recognized for their groundbreaking work, with approximately 6,900 globally highly cited researchers featured this year. The university's research strength is highlighted by the achievement, which demonstrates its impact across various academic disciplines.
A recent study using UK Biobank data found that greener environments may reduce the risk of postmenopausal breast cancer associated with air pollution. The researchers analyzed data from over 500,000 women to investigate the relationship between green spaces and air pollution on breast cancer risk.
Researchers have developed a new design for concrete rail ties that use shape memory alloys to resist warping and cracking. The technology has been successfully tested in laboratory experiments and simulated rail traffic, exceeding industry standards.
Researchers at UC Davis invent a Stirling engine that can harness the natural warmth of the ground and cold depths of space to generate mechanical power. The device has been shown to produce up to 400 milliwatts of power per square meter, with potential applications in ventilating greenhouses and residential buildings.
Researchers at Hebrew University of Jerusalem unlock natural pathway to immortalize cow cells, overcoming major barrier to affordable cultivated beef. The study reveals bovine cells can spontaneously renew themselves indefinitely without genetic modification.
Researchers developed a creative and efficient method to morph 2D structures into curved 3D structures while in space. The process uses a combination of pure resin systems and continuous carbon fiber 3D printing, achieving lower energy consumption and higher stiffness compared to previous methods.
A new study reveals that young adults' feelings of disconnection can coexist with rich social lives. Ongoing life changes and delayed intimacy contribute to social ambivalence among college-educated women. However, most young people have supportive friendships and strong social networks.
Risk-adjusted mortality declined significantly following the COVID-19 pandemic, resuming prior improvement trends. Patient acuity, measured by case mix index, remained elevated, suggesting a new postpandemic baseline.
A new study reveals a conserved genetic region, the X-linked recombination desert (XLRD), that preserves species history through gene flow and may play a key role in speciation. The discovery opens new avenues for understanding reproductive dysfunction and infertility.
A study published in PLOS One found that childfree people exist in developing countries, with varying prevalence rates across regions. The researchers analyzed data from over 2 million people in 51 countries and found a strong link between human development and childfree rates.
Robert D. Oates, a professor and urologist at Boston University School of Medicine, has been recognized for his groundbreaking work on male reproductive medicine and surgery. He is being honored with the SMRU Lifetime Achievement Award for his numerous contributions to the field.
Mehdi Bennis, a leading researcher in wireless communication, has been recognized as one of the world's Highly Cited Researchers. His work on semantic communication and its potential to transform future mobile networks is gaining traction. The recognition highlights the importance of fundamental research in advancing the field.
Researchers at University of Utah Health have found that AKI is triggered by ceramides, which cause serious injury by damaging kidney mitochondria. Using a backup drug candidate, the team was able to preserve mitochondrial integrity and prevent kidney injury in mice.
The UT Health San Antonio Center for Brain Health is a $100 million facility that brings together clinical care, diagnostics and research under one roof. The center will redefine treatment of conditions including Alzheimer's, dementia, stroke and Parkinson's with multidisciplinary care teams.
The FAPESP Day Uruguay symposium will focus on three themes: Oceanography, Forestry, and Sustainable Animal Protein Production. Researchers from São Paulo and Uruguay will engage in scientific sessions, panel discussions, and technical visits to promote collaboration and innovation.
New research reveals that artificial light at night silently reshapes the carbon balance of entire continents by increasing ecosystem respiration but not photosynthesis. This has major implications for climate models and global carbon budgets, with potential effects on ecosystems, animal behavior, habitats, and natural patterns.
Researchers have recorded hundreds of narwhal interactions with moorings, suggesting that passive acoustic monitoring may not be as non-invasive as assumed. The study found that narwhals were attracted to the devices, possibly due to confusion with prey or curiosity.
Scientists have documented extensive natural hydrocarbon seepage along the Northeast Greenland margin, revealing widespread presence of gas hydrates. The study provides new insights into the migration of gases and their impact on the Arctic carbon cycle, with significant implications for global climate and ecosystem understanding.
The discovery reveals that the Pleiades is part of a sprawling stellar family, known as the Greater Pleiades Complex, with thousands of hidden siblings across the sky. By combining data from NASA's TESS and ESA's Gaia space telescope, researchers identified young stars spinning quickly, tracing the origins of the Pleiades.
Scientists have made significant progress in understanding turbulent airflow at high speeds, shedding light on the feasibility of hypersonic flight. According to a recent study published in Nature Communications, turbulence behavior at Mach 6 is remarkably similar to incompressible flow, suggesting that planes may not require an entire...
Researchers compared four flu vaccines and found varying cellular immune responses across different age groups. The Fluzone High-Dose vaccine outperformed others in older adults, while Flucelvax excelled in younger adults.
A study from Edith Cowan University reveals how school principals navigated compounding crises between 2020 and 2023, emphasizing the importance of wellbeing, relationship-building, and community engagement. The research highlights the need for constant recalibration, effective communication, and self-care in crisis leadership.
Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have shown that bumblebees can be trained to differentiate between long and short light flashes, which was previously observed only in humans and other vertebrates. This ability allows the bees to decide where to forage for food based on visual cues.
Researchers developed novel nanoparticles that combined with stem cells to enhance 3D bone tissue regeneration. The nanobiohybrid showed marked improvement in osteogenic capability compared to conventional spheroids, regenerating up to 36% of the defected bone area within six weeks.
A new LiDAR system combines the advantages of beam array scanning and flash LiDAR technologies, enabling high-precision detection across diverse applications. The device features a mechanically reconfigurable metasurface platform that synergizes tunable hybrid cascaded metasurfaces with a shape memory alloy micro-actuator.
When handing over packages to delivery robots, humans tend to feel more comfortable when the robot approaches closely, slowing down walking speed and hesitating briefly. This study suggests that robots should be designed with appropriate approach distances and motion patterns to achieve comfortable human-robot collaboration.
Scientists at The University of Osaka developed a novel hydrogel that supports the efficient 3D culture of human induced pluripotent stem cells. This new material combines the properties of fibrin and laminin-511, creating a potent, xeno-free scaffold with strong cell adhesion.
New research from the University of Utah shows a significant decline in veteran suicide rates since 2020, but rates remain high for those with traumatic brain injuries (TBI). The study's findings highlight the importance of safe gun use and various suicide prevention measures.
The POInT trial reveals promising secondary findings: oral insulin delays clinical type 1 diabetes progression, especially in children with high-risk insulin gene variants. This opens doors to targeted, personalized prevention strategies for a genetically defined subgroup of children.
Researchers have demonstrated that doxycycline can improve survival rates and neurological outcomes in children with Central Nervous System Tuberculosis. The study found that treating CNS-TB laboratory models with doxycycline alongside standard TB drugs suppressed inflammation, preserved brain tissue, and improved vascular integrity.
Researchers developed an AI model that outperforms radiologists in detecting hidden objects on chest scans, particularly for cases of foreign body aspiration. The model achieves high precision and recall rates, helping doctors diagnose complex conditions more reliably.
A new study reveals that optimized nitrogen fertilizer use can increase yields, reduce pollution and save money for Myanmar rice farmers. Adopting ecologically optimal rates can avoid annual environmental costs of up to $368 per hectare.
A new study by University of East Anglia researchers identified key factors contributing to successful crowdfunding campaigns on Seedrs. Setting a £90K target, having around 19 team members, and using specific phrases in campaign pitches all helped attract investors.
Prof. Weihong Yang explores innovative strategies to replace fossil-based materials with sustainable, bio-based graphite in lithium-ion batteries and other electrochemical systems. The webinar provides key insights into converting bioprecursors into fossil-free graphite.
Researchers discovered a new subtype of DLBCL, 'Mann-type DLBCL', which is characterized by the presence of a specific sugar called mannose. This sugar promotes the survival and growth of cancer cells, making them resistant to conventional treatments.
Researchers found that nearly half of gulls exposed to shouting voices flew away within a minute, while only 15% responded to speaking voices. The study used recordings of male voices at the same volume and adjusted for acoustic properties.
A new self-buffered molecular migration strategy enables record efficiencies in ambient-air crystallization of perovskite films without humidity control. This innovation unlocks wider processing windows and improves stability for next-generation photovoltaic manufacturing.
Researchers analyzed fossilized limb bones of the ancient kangaroo wallaby Dorcopsoides fossilis, shedding light on its adaptations for open habitats. The study provides direct evidence of the evolution of iconic hindlimbs in kangaroos during a critical period.
Researchers have identified two groups of brain cells in mice that regulate anxiety - a 'gas pedal' that accelerates anxiety and a 'brake pedal' that prevents it. The discovery could lead to the development of new therapies for anxiety disorders by targeting these microglia.
Researchers developed a single-atom Cu-N2O1 site that achieves high photocatalytic methane conversion to ethanol rates and selectivity. The novel strategy breaks the activity-selectivity seesaw effect in existing processes.
The study applies causal machine learning to estimate context-specific effects of wind and solar generation on UK day-ahead and intraday electricity prices. The analysis reveals non-linear price effects that vary with renewable penetration levels.
A new study by UH Mānoa-Led research revealed 25 distinct underwater vocalizations in Hawaiian monk seals, including a previously undocumented foraging call and a novel 'combinational' communication strategy. The findings provide a baseline for understanding the acoustic world of this endangered species.
A five-minute training can significantly improve people's ability to identify fake faces created by artificial intelligence, according to new research. The study found that super-recognisers correctly identified fake faces 64% of the time, while typical participants scored 51% accuracy.
Researchers at the University of Notre Dame developed a modular, computational pipeline to predict pH-sensitive protein structures. The new process enables screening hundreds of proteins in a few days, which can help design treatments for diseases like cancer, Alzheimer's, and Huntington's.
Researchers identified a cholesterol metabolite called hydroxycholesterol that suppresses the immune system's ability to attack cancer, leading to increased metastasis. The team discovered a line of communication used by immune cells and cancer cells that stimulates breast cancer progression.
A new, affordable sensor detects toxic perchlorate in water with rapid accuracy, offering a solution for better environmental monitoring and public health. The sensor's design combines precision molecular engineering with practical field applications to improve safety.
A simple sit-stand ratio of 30 minutes sitting followed by 15 minutes standing improves lower back pain, focus, and reduces stress. The study found that participants using the fixed ratio had greater reductions in pain and additional benefits such as lowered stress levels.
Alec Whited's published study reveals a previously unknown cellular pathway that enhances waste removal, potentially treating autoimmune diseases and improving wound healing. The research, coauthored with a UTA doctoral student, was recently published in Genetics, a prestigious journal.
A new study warns that climate change will dramatically increase wildfire danger globally, affecting traditionally fire-prone and previously unaffected regions. The projected fire danger in these areas could represent conditions with less than a 1% chance of occurrence during recent historical periods.
A new study reveals that grassland degradation increases soil microbial diversity while reducing plant richness, leading to a decline in ecosystem functioning and multifunctionality. The research highlights the critical importance of conserving soil microbial communities for sustainable restoration of degraded grasslands.
The upgraded facility enables testing of hydrogen-natural gas blends, exploring effects on pipeline systems and flow measurement technologies. SwRI aims to demonstrate the process needed to upgrade natural gas infrastructure to accommodate hydrogen, supporting efforts to decarbonize industries.