A study reveals how packaging shapes the metabolism of organic broccoli rabe florets, leading to increased γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and lactic acid levels. The research found that low-oxygen conditions trigger a carbohydrate sink into GABA and LA pathways, offering insights for both quality preservation and consumer health.
A new study published in Psychology & Health found that two-thirds of our daily behaviors are initiated by habit, rather than conscious choice. The research suggests that people often form habits to support their personal goals, but may also disrupt habits that conflict with them.
A new study at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health identified eight metabolic features significantly associated with breast cancer risk. The analysis improved predictive accuracy from 66 percent to 83 percent when incorporating metabolic data into existing risk prediction models.
A review of hundreds of studies found a link between childhood plastic exposure and long-term health concerns like heart disease, obesity, and asthma. Parents can take simple steps to limit their children's plastic exposure, such as replacing plastic containers with glass or stainless steel.
A study found that disrupting the ClOSD1 gene in watermelon causes both somatic and gametic ploidy doubling, leading to enhanced growth traits and altered reproductive behaviors. This discovery establishes a genetic entry point for developing new polyploid breeding strategies.
Researchers develop a novel immobilized photothermal-photocatalytic integrated system for efficient hydrogen production. The system combines photothermal substrate with high-performance photocatalysts to enable synergistic liquid water evaporation and steam-phase water splitting under light illumination.
Researchers found that consuming cruciferous vegetables improved glycaemic control and reduced sugar spike variability in non-diabetic adults with elevated blood pressure. The study suggests incorporating these vegetables into dietary recommendations for better blood sugar regulation.
Researchers developed an engineered strain of gut-homing bacteria that induces mature tertiary lymphoid structures, associated with improved survival and stronger treatment responses. The therapy also restored healthy gut microbiota and showed excellent biocompatibility.
Engineers at RMIT University have developed cardboard-confined rammed earth, a novel building material that uses locally sourced materials and reduces waste going to landfill. The material boasts one quarter of the carbon footprint of concrete and can be made on-site using cardboard formwork.
Researchers at The University of Osaka have developed a minimally invasive method for recording brain activity through blood vessels, offering high-fidelity recordings without the risks associated with traditional invasive approaches. This breakthrough could transform the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions like epilepsy.
A University of the Sunshine Coast researcher has documented the world's first recorded and scientifically observed three-way mating between two male and one female leopard sharks. The video provides valuable insights into the species' natural mating behavior and informs conservation strategies.
Researchers discovered PRMT5 regulates ACSL4 methylation, which promotes ferroptosis in renal cell carcinoma. Inhibiting PRMT5 increases ferroptosis and enhances immunotherapeutic treatment efficacy.
A joint team from The University of Osaka revealed that soft particles exhibit unique focusing patterns compared to rigid particles, influencing their focusing behavior. The study provides fundamental insights into the underlying physics, offering a new theoretical model explaining particle behavior under various flow regimes.
Research links oral bacteria to Parkinson's disease via the gut-brain axis, finding Streptococcus mutans produces metabolite imidazole propionate that contributes to disease progression. Targeting the oral-gut microbiome may offer a new therapeutic approach for Parkinson's treatment.