Researchers used electron microscopy to investigate ammolite's structural properties, finding that the colors are caused by light reflecting off narrow gaps between aragonite plates. The findings could inform the development of non-fading colored paints.
The American Heart Association's Hearts on the Court Collective aims to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease in women through public service announcements and education. Led by LSU women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey, the collective is committed to empowering fans and student athletes to take charge of their cardiovascular health.
A study found that maintaining moderate physical activity over three decades can significantly reduce digestive system cancer risk. The optimal level of physical activity was around 17 metabolic equivalent task-hours/week, equivalent to 5 hours of brisk walking or 2 hours of running per week.
Researchers at UMass Amherst have developed an app that uses Apple Watch data to monitor sleep stages and predict Alzheimer's disease risk. The app, BIDSleep, collects heart rate data and feeds it into an AI model that accurately identifies sleep stages 71% of the time.
The Mount Sinai Tisch Cancer Center has introduced a real-time data integration tool to automate the transfer of clinical data from its electronic health record system into clinical trial platforms. This technology streamlines data flow, reducing manual transcription time by up to 70% and improving data quality and workforce efficiency.
A new chemotherapeutic agent, LiPyDau, has been developed to tackle drug-resistant cancers. The liposomal formulation delivers the active ingredient directly to tumour cells while minimizing damage to healthy tissues.
A University of Houston researcher identifies a protein that may reduce high ketone levels in diabetic patients, potentially improving health outcomes. The study also shows that the protein promotes muscle ketolysis and running capacity in mice.
A new study analyzing soils across Kansas found that the legacy effects of soil microbes can have significant impacts on plant growth, particularly for native species. Researchers discovered that plants grown with microbes adapted to specific local conditions performed better under drought conditions, suggesting a potential source of g...
Researchers at the University of Surrey have developed a brain-inspired approach to improve artificial neural networks' performance without sacrificing accuracy. The method, called Topographical Sparse Mapping (TSM), rethinks how AI systems are wired by connecting each neuron only to nearby or related ones.
A comprehensive molecular analysis of renal medullary carcinoma identified overexpression of TROP2 and the Hippo pathway in patients. The study found sacituzumab govitecan to result in partial responses and stable disease in heavily pretreated RMC patients.
The RamanProSeq project develops novel optical technology for sequencing individual protein molecules, offering unprecedented accuracy in understanding protein structures and functions. This technology has potential applications in personalized medicine, early disease diagnostics, and drug development.
Researchers have developed bio-hydrovoltaic technology that converts low-grade thermal energy into electricity through dynamic biological processes. This technology offers unique advantages, including self-regulation, biodegradability, and low maintenance costs.
Researchers at MD Anderson Cancer Center identified distinct cellular microenvironments in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma tumors, providing a framework to develop therapies that engage the patient's immune system. Additionally, a study found widespread misbeliefs about the cancer risks of alcohol among Americans, highlighting the need f...
A new study suggests that message-based psychotherapy is as effective as live video therapy for treating depression. The research found that patients improved at similar rates regardless of the format used.
A new study found that more than half of American adults misunderstand the link between alcohol consumption and cancer. Alcohol drinkers are particularly likely to believe drinking has no effect on cancer risk. Correcting these misbeliefs may strengthen adherence to U.S. Surgeon General’s guidelines for lowering cancer risk.
Researchers have identified replication protein A (RPA) as an essential protein for maintaining telomeres, which are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes. This discovery has significant implications for understanding and treating diseases caused by shortened telomeres, such as aplastic anemia and acute myeloid leukemia.
Researchers have developed a new class of artificial muscles that respond to ultrasound, enabling precise movements and wireless control. The technology has vast potential for future medical and technical applications, including drug delivery, cardiac patches, and minimally invasive procedures.
HealthLocator gathers national quality data to compare hospitals based on performance and provide informed care choices. The tool is offered as a free public service by Mayo Clinic, using evidence-based measures to rate over 5,000 U.S. hospitals.
Researchers developed a machine learning technique to analyze plasma emission spectra, accurately identifying valence states and predicting film growth rates. This method uses full-wavelength information and can be used for real-time film deposition control technology.
Scientists will study moisture-driven mechanisms of ice sheet growth during the Miocene Climatic Optimum, a warmer climate period. The team aims to understand how increased moisture transport affects ice accumulation and mitigate sea level rise.
Researchers from Chiba University developed an AI-based spatial framework to identify areas with limited vertical greening, revealing uneven distribution and high-priority zones for improvement. The framework provides a citywide map of vertical greenery, aiming to enhance cooling, biodiversity, and urban resilience.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a process to convert food waste into sustainable aviation fuel that meets industry standards. The process involves hydrothermal liquefaction and refining biocrude oil with hydrogen and catalysts to produce clean jet fuel.
Australian researchers have developed tiny compartments to help supercharge photosynthesis, enabling plants to fix carbon more efficiently. The team engineered encapsulins that can house the enzyme Rubisco in a confined space, allowing for fine-tuning of compatibility for future use in crops.
A new analysis of the PANDA trial found that sertraline contributes to improvements in low mood and suicidal thinking within two weeks of taking the drug. The study also revealed an improvement in emotional symptoms of depression within two weeks, with continued benefits from six weeks to 12 weeks.
A new UCLA Health study found that a child's early gut microbiome may influence their risk of developing depression, anxiety or other internalizing symptoms in middle childhood. The effect appears to be related to the way bacteria are linked to communication across emotion-related brain networks.
A new study from Linköping University finds that wastewater treatment plants emit significantly more greenhouse gases than previously thought. Drones measured methane and nitrous oxide emissions at 12 Swedish treatment plants, revealing a significant discrepancy between estimated and actual emissions.
Scientists have created a new type of germanium that is superconducting, enabling greater operational speed with less energy consumption. This breakthrough could revolutionize consumer products and industrial technologies, including future quantum circuits and low-power electronics.
Researchers discovered that people master new physical skills like sports or driving by combining lessons from error feedback and rewards, even with cues removed. The brain uses both feedback types in a mixed learning pattern, not separate processes as previously thought.
Researchers from the University of Queensland and New York University successfully made semiconducting element germanium superconducting. The discovery unifies classical electronics and quantum technologies, opening a pathway for hybrid quantum devices.
A new study from UC San Diego found that clinical pharmacists can play a crucial role in helping people with cancer and diabetes better manage their blood sugar. The study showed that patients referred to a diabetes management and education clinic led by pharmacists saw meaningful improvements in blood sugar levels over time.
Researchers identified 13 genes linked to obesity across six continental ancestries, including five previously unknown. These genes, expressed in brain and adipose tissue, are associated with increased risk of severe obesity, Type 2 diabetes, and other health problems.
Researchers found that soil microbes retain a long-term memory of past climate conditions, influencing plant responses to new droughts. Microbial legacies from drier soils improved native grasses' drought tolerance but not maize.
Researchers warn that advances in AI and neurotechnology are outpacing our understanding of consciousness, with potential serious ethical consequences. A better understanding of consciousness could have major implications for AI, prenatal policy, animal welfare, medicine, mental health, law, and emerging neurotechnologies.
Researchers at Institute of Science Tokyo developed a rapid cell-free method to capture detailed 3D structures of flexible sugar molecules, including the first atomic-resolution image of melezitose. The study offers a powerful tool for accelerating research in drug discovery and molecular biology.
A recent study from the University of Eastern Finland found that dancing alleviates perceived symptoms of depression, improves self-esteem and body awareness, and fosters self-actualization. Dancing reduces stress hormones and increases dopamine, allowing participants to process emotions in a creative, non-verbal way.
A Kobe University team identified the cause of pollutant accumulation in pumpkins and their relatives, discovering that specific proteins bind to pollutants and transport them through the plant. By controlling these proteins' behavior, safer crops can be created and polluted soils can be cleaned.
A breakthrough gene atlas for oats has been developed, which could help plant breeders create better oat varieties with improved health benefits and climate resistance. The atlas will significantly expand genomic resources available to researchers.
New tools, such as CheatBlocker and QuotaConfig, help address challenges of data integrity in decentralized clinical trials. CheatBlocker detects fraud, while QuotaConfig ensures sample representativeness. These innovations aim to increase the reliability and security of remote clinical trials.
Metasurfaces overcome THz biosensing challenges by leveraging resonance modes, graphene enhancement, and CNT films. Graphene-based sensors achieve high detection limits, while CNT film sensors exhibit good biocompatibility and sensitivity. All-dielectric metasurfaces also show promise with low loss and high Q-factor.
A new study from the University of Houston reveals that outdoor fun with a focus on challenge, novelty, and guidance can promote positive youth development. The 'Four Types of Fun' model offers a theoretical framework for understanding fun and its role in character building.
A research team has identified a molecule that can prevent the onset of peripheral neuropathies caused by chemotherapy, which are common and persistent neurological complications. The molecule promotes cellular energy production and nerve cell resilience, reducing painful symptoms without affecting cancer treatment.
Researchers from The University of Osaka developed MicroAdapt, a groundbreaking self-evolving edge AI technology that enables real-time learning and forecasting capabilities within compact devices. It achieves up to 100,000 times faster processing and 60% higher accuracy compared to state-of-the-art deep learning methods.
A new study reveals that bisphenol analogues accumulate and magnify through Arctic food webs, with polar bears showing alarming levels of contamination. Researchers identified two major local pollution sources: a firefighting training site and landfill leachate, emphasizing the need for stricter waste management and alternative materials.
Insilico Medicine has demonstrated the potential of generative biologics to rapidly design peptides targeting GLP1R, a receptor modulated by blockbuster diabetes drugs. The company generated over 5,000 novel peptides within a 72-hour cycle and identified 14 with biological activity.
Researchers at Max Planck Institute discovered quantum coherence and interference patterns in CsV₃Sb₅, defying single-particle physics expectations. The crystal's geometry influences the collective quantum behavior of electrons, potentially leading to new materials with tunable resonance.
Researchers at South China University of Technology develop a method to solve unstable anode:electrolyte interfaces using digital light processing (DLP) 3D printing. The resulting batteries retain over 91% capacity after 8,000 cycles and achieve stable cycling over 2,000 hours.
Researchers have developed a lightweight energy-absorbing box using PEEK honeycomb, increasing average crash load by 18.1% and offering superior balance between safety and weight reduction.
Researchers have developed machine learning models to accelerate the discovery and design of efficient 2D electrocatalysts, enabling faster and more reliable catalyst optimization. The study highlights the importance of high-quality data, descriptor selection, and interpretable modeling in harnessing the full potential of machine learn...
A new study reveals that dissolved organic matter in biochar enhances the metal-binding power of biochar, offering insights for safer cleanup strategies. The research found that chemical complexation is the dominant mechanism of immobilization, with carboxyl groups serving as key binding sites.
Researchers found that sunlight can transform synthetic fabrics into tiny plastic fibers, releasing thousands of microscopic fragments. The study shows that fabric color and dye chemistry significantly impact microfiber generation, highlighting the need for sustainable textile design.
A clinical trial found that antibiotics within 24 hours of an obstetric tear can significantly reduce the risk of clinically relevant wound complications. The treatment group experienced fewer complications and reported better wellbeing compared to the placebo group. This finding supports the use of prophylactic antibiotics in routine ...
Researchers from Hokkaido University developed a computational method to predict the optimal ligand for generating reactive alkyl ketone radicals. The Virtual Ligand-Assisted Screening (VLAS) method successfully identified L4 as the optimal ligand, enabling the generation of ketyl radicals with high yield.
Patients with weak heart function who receive stem cell therapy shortly after a heart attack have lower rates of heart failure and hospital stays. The technique may be a valuable add-on procedure for patients with weakened heart function after a heart attack to prevent subsequent heart failure.
Three new Cochrane reviews found GLP-1 drugs result in clinically meaningful weight loss, but evidence on longer-term outcomes and side effects is limited. The wider use of these drugs should consider social and commercial determinants to avoid deepening existing health inequities.
The Lancet Countdown report reveals that the world is facing unprecedented levels of health threats due to climate change, with millions of lives lost unnecessarily. The report calls for urgent action to limit future harm by prioritizing human health in policy decisions.
Researchers find that malaria parasites use a chemical reaction powered by hydrogen peroxide decomposition to make their iron crystals spin. This motion may be crucial for the parasite's survival, helping it to eliminate excess toxic chemicals and efficiently store essential heme.
A new report warns of a severe consultant recruitment crisis in the NHS, with 1 in 3 consultant posts vacant in some parts of the UK. The shortage is costing the health service £674m on locum consultants, negatively impacting staff morale and patient care.
Researchers found that the risk from airburst-sized near-Earth objects (NEOs) might be larger than currently estimated. A concentration of larger objects in a swarm could be observable by telescopes in 2032 and 2036, increasing Earth's impact risk.
Researchers have discovered detailed visualizations of mosquito's carbon dioxide-detecting neurons, revealing anatomical adaptations designed to target human blood. The study provides key insights into the mosquito's sensing mechanisms and their unique ability to detect CO2, which contributes to their deadly status.
A new small molecule drug, RAGE406R, has been developed to disrupt a key cellular pathway responsible for chronic inflammation and associated complications in patients with diabetes. The breakthrough could offer a new therapeutic option for stopping the harmful effects of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes at the source.