A new study found that certain aspects of a teenager's relationship with their pet dog are associated with healthier ways of coping with peer-related stress. Companionship and caring for the dog were linked to positive coping styles, while feeling emotional support from the dog was less likely to be associated with healthy thinking.
Researchers discovered a new genus and species of underground earthworm eel, Gangaichthys indonepalicus, living beneath the Indo-Gangetic Plain in Bihar, northern India. The small, colourless creature features physical adaptations suited to life in total darkness.
Researchers introduce interferometric scattering-based optical tomoslicing, controlling scattering to shape transparent solids. They achieve precise manufacturing, cutting solids into ultrathin crystalline wafers with kerf widths as narrow as 7 nm.
A study by Hebrew University researchers found that iron and bromine may contribute to the development of feline corneal sequestra, a condition causing chronic eye discomfort. The findings suggest biochemical processes involving inflammation and oxidative stress may play a role in the disease's progression.
A study has identified AcGLK2 as the master switch for red pigment production in kiwifruit, regulating anthocyanin accumulation through a dual-action mechanism. The gene promotes anthocyanin production by activating AcMYB5 and suppressing AcTRY, fine-tuning pigment synthesis with remarkable precision.
Researchers found Asian small-clawed otters to be generally more active and visible when people were present, suggesting a possible positive effect of visitors on their welfare. However, the study's findings highlight the need for further research to better understand the complex interactions between zoo animals and humans.
Ayman Karim, UVA Chemical Engineering chair, received the 2026 ACS Catalysis Lectureship for his research on heterogeneous catalytic transformations. He and colleague Hongliang Xin captured snapshots of reaction steps to understand the mechanism, enabling better design of 'chemical matchmakers'.
A research team assembled the first haplotype-resolved genome of monk fruit, tracing its origin and genetic diversity. The study found that low genetic diversity reflects ancient climate-driven population decline rather than severe domestication.
A new 32-marker system, CacaoCipher, helps cacao collections move from uncertain labels to reliable digital identities, preserving information linked to yield-related traits. The system balances identification, ancestry screening, and agronomic information, reducing the marker count by 94% while preserving coarse genetic relationships.
Researchers found a significant association between declining air pollution and improved cognitive development in children. The study, published in Environmental Health, analyzed data from over 1,000 mother-child pairs and found a 26% increase in cognitive scores at age 3 with reduced air pollution concentrations.
A study by Flinders University researchers found a contraction in AOD VET programs and providers over the past 13 years, despite an increase in private providers. The authors express concern about unequal access to training due to financial, digital, and cultural barriers, which may limit participation for rural and remote workers.
In the Miocene era, giant crocodylians were the most significant predators in South America's habitats, feeding on a wide range of herbivores. Their presence likely influenced the size of herbivore populations, with even the largest predators, such as the 1,800-kilogram Purussaurus neivensis, playing a crucial role.
A Rutgers study reveals that high school students who engage with beauty-related content on social media use more personal care products containing hormone-disrupting chemicals. The study found a significant correlation between time spent on social media and increased product usage, with girls reporting higher median daily product use.
Research on Carabus blaptoides beetle reveals adaptive divergence within islands and regions within Honshu, Japan. The study suggests that geographic distance and environmental variation promote population differentiation in flightless animals.
Researchers develop a novel semiconductor technology that tunes noise to process different types of signals, enabling selective encoding of time-series signals across different frequency bands. The technology achieved accuracies of 94.8% in human activity recognition and 95.0% in speech recognition.
A new study highlights the growing dependence on 'black-box' tools in science, which can process enormous amounts of information but lack transparency. Researchers recommend prioritizing open-source software, benchmarking proprietary tools, and intensifying efforts towards open science to address this issue.
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem has been ranked 8th in the world by the Shanghai World University Rankings 2026. The university's academic excellence and international standing have been recognized, with researchers producing outstanding scholarship and competing at a high global level.
A new grid intelligence platform, AWARE, detects and reports abnormal power grid conditions to improve grid reliability and reduce outages. The tool uses artificial intelligence to analyze waveforms and provide practical insights for utilities to make better operational decisions.
The 13th Aging Research & Drug Discovery Meeting will take place in Boston, bringing together academia, pharmaceutical companies, and investors to accelerate the translation of aging research into practical R&D and therapeutic programs. The event features visionary presenters, including Christophe Weber, former CEO of Takeda, and is su...
The 13th Aging Research & Drug Discovery (ARDD) Meeting will take place from October 1–3, 2026, at Harvard University's David Rubenstein Treehouse. Adiv Johnson, Ph.D., chief scientific officer at Tally Health, is one of the featured speakers.
A nationwide analysis of 192 commercial tea samples reveals differences among tea varieties and regions. The study found measurable PCBs in all samples, but health risk calculations indicated that PCB exposure from drinking Chinese tea is currently unlikely to pose an appreciable health risk to consumers.
A team of researchers developed a reusable magnetic sensing platform combining surface-enhanced Raman scattering with machine learning to detect trace uranyl ions. The system maintained its detection limit even in complex aquatic environments, with strong selectivity and resistance to interference.
Carefully controlled sulfidation boosts supercapacitor electrode performance by guiding distinct structural phases and revealing a heterojunction composition that delivers enhanced energy storage. NCF-S95 achieves high specific capacity and cycle stability, showing promise for next-generation supercapacitor materials.
A recent study by Rice University sociologist Elaine Howard Ecklund found that religion is often viewed as a workplace problem to manage rather than an important part of employees' identities. The research suggests that conversations about faith can reveal broader questions about ethics, belonging, and inclusion that affect everyone in...
Kan Chen, Ph.D., will present at the 13th Aging Research & Drug Discovery Meeting in Boston, bringing together top minds in aging research to accelerate the development of interventions that extend healthy lifespan. The conference is anchored by top sponsors and will focus on translating scientific discoveries into medicines.
The 13th Aging Research & Drug Discovery Meeting will bring together top researchers, clinicians, and industry leaders to accelerate the development of interventions that extend healthy lifespan. The conference will focus on translating scientific discoveries into medicines, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation.
The 13th Aging Research & Drug Discovery (ARDD) Meeting will take place in Boston, featuring Jim Flynn's presentation. The event aims to accelerate the development of interventions that extend healthy lifespan by bringing together leading minds in aging research.
A brief conversation about firearm safety can significantly increase gun owners' willingness to consider temporarily storing their firearms outside the home, a step that could help reduce suicide risk. Researchers found that participants who received Project Safe Guard became more willing to store guns elsewhere during times of crisis.
A Southwest Research Institute-led team observed a total solar eclipse from above the cloud cover using NASA's WB-57 aircraft. The mission revealed high-resolution images of the solar corona and a massive prominence erupting from the Sun, providing valuable insights into the Sun's outer atmosphere.
The 13th Aging Research & Drug Discovery (ARDD) Meeting will take place in Boston, featuring visionary presenters and leaders from top pharmaceutical companies. The conference aims to accelerate the development of interventions extending healthy lifespan.
Professor Fioretto's team develops AI-driven methods for autonomous power grid topology control, improving resilience and efficiency. The Genesis Mission Platform provides access to advanced AI models and high-performance computing resources.
Researchers have identified unusual regime of quantum oscillations in a three-dimensional topological insulator, deviating from conventional theory. The study shows that electrons in zirconium pentatelluride exhibit behavior indicating a topological origin rather than many-body interactions.
Researchers have successfully demonstrated a new type of laser that uses a buried dielectric platform to create a non-periodic structure, offering versatility and geometry independence. The innovation could lead to more reliable and better-performing high-performance lasers.
The 13th Aging Research & Drug Discovery (ARDD) Meeting will be held in Boston, featuring talks from top experts like Alejandro Aguayo-Orozco. The event aims to accelerate the translation of aging research into practical R dD and therapeutic programs.
The 13th Aging Research & Drug Discovery (ARDD) Meeting will connect academic researchers, clinical investigators, and pharmaceutical companies in Boston. Carl Gordon's presentation highlights the translation of longevity science into real-world medicine.
Jacqueline C.K. Lam, Ph.D., Chief Operating Officer of ElohaX Ltd., will be a featured speaker at the 13th Aging Research & Drug Discovery (ARDD) Meeting in Boston. The conference brings together leading minds in aging research and pharmaceutical companies to accelerate the development of interventions that extend healthy lifespan.
The 13th Aging Research & Drug Discovery (ARDD) Meeting will bring together leaders from top pharmaceutical companies, researchers, and investors to accelerate the development of interventions that extend healthy lifespan.
Researchers developed a wearable solution to optimize prosthetic fit and comfort, using embroidered textiles with sensing capabilities. The system detects normal and shear forces at the limb-socket interface in real-time, providing close-loop feedback for pressure levels.
Researchers uncover the placenta distinguishes between antibodies and albumin, allowing for the design of long-acting biologic medicines with reduced fetal exposure. Fusion of IgG antibodies to albumin inhibits transport across the placenta, enabling the development of safer treatments during pregnancy.
UMD researchers successfully cloned and described a highly effective Hessian fly resistance gene in wheat. The breakthrough enables the development of gene-based solutions for persistent agricultural pests affecting wheat growers globally.
Clinical AI innovations are enhancing healthcare capabilities through competition-driven development, customization, and cost-effectiveness. Modern technologies, such as rehabilitation robotics and AI-powered robots, are personalizing treatment plans to improve recovery rates and reduce healthcare costs.
MIT researchers found that inhibiting caspase-1, an enzyme involved in lung inflammation, reduces the risk of developing tumors. The drug has already gone into clinical trials for other diseases and may be tested as a preventative measure for people at high risk for lung cancer.
Researchers have discovered compact viral RNA elements that can stabilize mRNA, increasing protein production. These elements, called tailons, work by extending the poly(A) tail of mRNA, slowing its degradation. This breakthrough offers a simple way to develop longer-lasting and more efficient mRNA technologies for various applications.
Researchers used CRISPR/Cas9 to eliminate the SlERF.J2 gene in tomatoes, improving drought and salt tolerance. The edited plants showed enhanced germination, root growth, and antioxidant defenses.
Researchers from the Leibniz Institute for Tropospheric Research measured sugars from seawater in the upper atmosphere over Spitsbergen, revealing their role in cloud formation and Arctic climate. The findings contribute to a better understanding of the interactions leading to above-average warming in the Arctic.
A head-to-head comparison of nine blood tests for early Alzheimer's disease revealed noticeable variations in diagnostic accuracy. The CLEAR-AD study found that seven assays demonstrated strong accuracy, while two showed lower performance, highlighting the need for platform-specific calibration.
A new framework converges soft electronics and artificial intelligence to overcome traditional sensor limitations, enabling adaptive denoising and drift-aware calibration. This synergy transforms mechanically compliant sensors into intelligent systems, achieving continuous, reliable operation in everyday settings.
Researchers classified liver cancer into three molecular subtypes based on lipid droplet-associated genes, identifying PLIN3 as a key regulator of tumor progression. The study provides insights into metabolic reprogramming and heterogeneity in HCC, offering a framework for personalized prognostic and therapeutic strategies.
Researchers at Würzburg University discovered a new approach to preventing thrombosis by reducing the density of GPVI receptors on platelets. This 'GPVI-low' phenotype maintains haemostatic function while inhibiting blood clot formation, offering a safer alternative to current treatments.
A possible biological marker of suicidal thoughts has been identified, suggesting that P2RX7 changes as suicidal thoughts become stronger or weaker. This finding may help understand why some people recover from severe suicidal thoughts, opening a new path for resilience and suicide prevention research.
The Class of 2030 includes 38 former working professionals and nearly two-thirds women, bringing skills and experiences from fields like social services, population health, traditional Chinese medicine, and engineering. This diverse cohort aims to bring a broader perspective to patient care.
Insilico Medicine introduces the Virtual Aging Cell (VAC) platform, which leverages multi-agent AI to simulate cellular processes, including differentiation, reprogramming, and aging. The VAC platform aims to support target identification, cellular fate intervention, novel drug discovery, and geroscience research.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a new molecule that can replace traditional chemistry with electricity in metal recovery, reducing chemical consumption by one to two orders of magnitude. The approach simplifies the extraction cycle, making it cleaner and more energy efficient.
A new cell therapy has been developed to accelerate circadian realignment in preclinical models, reducing the time required for animals to adjust to shifts in the light-dark cycle that mimic jet lag and shift work. Encapsulated leptin-producing cells have been shown to be effective in facilitating entrainment of circadian rhythms.
A post hoc analysis of a cluster randomized clinical trial found that the Real-time Prescription Benefit Tool (RTPB) increased fill rates for high-cost medications, especially among patients from low-income communities. However, the tool's recommendations were only made for a small proportion of orders, limiting the study's applicability.
A study by Rutgers researchers found that waist circumference measures nearly as accurately as a new obesity definition incorporating multiple body measurements, identifying potential health risks earlier. Waist measurement can provide a practical tool for clinicians and patients to detect unhealthy amounts of body fat.
A cohort study of 13,585 insured patients found racial disparities in endometrial cancer survival, with greater imbalances in risk of adverse tumor types and distant disease. Younger black patients had a 43% larger disparity compared to their white counterparts.
A cohort study found that state eviction moratoria are associated with higher numbers of foster care entries across 60 US jurisdictions. The study suggests that these policies may have unintended consequences on vulnerable populations.
Researchers discovered that artesunate targets glucosylceramidase (GBA) to induce apoptosis in HCC, disrupting sphingolipid homeostasis and activating caspase-dependent signaling pathways. GBA inhibition promotes α-syn accumulation, impairing CTSD maturation and triggering mitochondrial apoptosis.
A recent study found that monocyte-derived IL-1β promotes CRC progression by activating a positive feedback loop driving EMT, tumor growth, and metastasis. The p65-KRT7-ILK axis is identified as a key regulator of CRC progression.