Scientists developed a process to transform stillage from bourbon production into electrodes for supercapacitors. The resulting devices stored more energy than commercially available ones, offering a potential solution to stabilize the electrical grid with renewable energy.
A new study in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that children born to mothers with placental abruption are at a higher risk of developing heart disease or dying from cardiovascular disease by age 28. The risk was approximately 4.6 times higher compared to those born without this complication.
A nationwide survey in Switzerland found that HPV vaccination uptake among adults was lower than among adolescents, with only 27% of those aged 18-45 vaccinated. The survey also revealed significant differences between genders, age groups, and levels of knowledge about HPV, highlighting the need for targeted information and tailored co...
A study analyzing dragonfly larvae found moderate to high-risk mercury sites across 30 US National Wildlife Refuges, posing threats to fish, wildlife, and human health. The research provides baseline measurements for tracking change and informs future management actions to reduce mercury bioaccumulation.
A study found a positive relation between political power and the number of contracts awarded, size of contracts, and favorableness of terms. Companies strategically shift donations to more electable politicians when their influence declines.
Researchers found that specific amino acids in the TRPM8 protein of salamanders that prefer cooler environments lead to diminished cold sensitivity. This discovery provides insight into the mechanisms behind temperature-sensing channels in tailed amphibians.
A new study reveals that protecting polar bear habitat naturally safeguards the resources they rely on to survive, providing critical benefits to the ecosystem. By analyzing tracking data from 355 bears, researchers identified a high-use area near Cape Churchill, Manitoba, highlighting it as a prime location for a Marine Protected Area.
Researchers have demonstrated that silicon nanospheres can enhance second-harmonic generation in monolayer transition-metal dichalcogenides while preserving valley-polarization information. The study provides design guidelines for efficient, polarization-preserving nonlinear light sources at the nanoscale.
A new study reveals that COVID-19 virus genetic evolution was constrained within limited channels despite rapid changes. The research found that the virus altered by combining pre-existing mutations, rather than expanding its genetic routes.
A new Edith Cowan University study investigates the positive impact of community music education programs in regional Australia on the wellbeing of adolescents and young adults. The study found that CMEPs satisfy psychological needs relatedness, competency, and autonomy, promoting human flourishing.
A new study by Doshisha University found that teachers' deliberate actions at the start of a lesson, such as responding to the school bell, can create social tightness or looseness. Teachers who enforced strict rules and verbal prompts maintained tightness, while those with more relaxed approaches created loose occasions for students.
Researchers found that directional emissivity changes with viewing angle, canopy density, and tree arrangement in forests. Forests with higher leaf area index and more homogeneous tree distribution show relatively high mean emissivity values.
A new SAR interpretation method links bright scattering patterns to specific 3D structures, improving target analysis and physically grounded SAR simulation. The approach outperformed existing methods in image quality evaluation, processing time, and physical interpretability.
New research reveals graffiti can be seen as works of literature, pushing boundaries of space and speech. Graffiti settles into spaces where authority's gaze is less sharp, giving voice to those silenced by power.
A new technique called Differential Photoacoustic Stimulated Raman Spectroscopy (DPA-SRS) enables high-sensitivity hydrogen detection at concentrations as low as 1 ppm under atmospheric pressure. The DPA-SRS system achieved a minimum detection limit of 0.65 ppm for hydrogen.
Researchers developed a metastructure-based strategy for continuous color-gamut control, time-programmable modulation, and self-destruction capability. This enables high-resolution monochromatic and multicolor device printing and recognition of structural-color patterns for anti-counterfeiting labels.
Researchers developed a self-stealth metasurface that achieves in-band and out-of-band radar cross-section (RCS) reduction across multiple frequencies. The metasurface enables real-time digital control for beamforming, information modulation, and smart surfaces, resolving performance/power/integration trade-offs.
International researchers have developed a checklist of best practices for cancer microbiome research, emphasizing the importance of preventing contamination and validating findings. The guidelines aim to improve reproducibility and confidence in the field, supporting future discoveries about microbes and cancer.
Researchers developed high-performance catalytic membranes using MXene nanosheets and microfiltration techniques, achieving efficient removal of emerging contaminants like antibiotics from pharmaceutical wastewater. The membranes showed improved stability, antifouling performance, and permeation flux, cutting treatment costs by over 30%.
Researchers developed a programmable plasmonic ring biosensor, MetaRing, to rapidly identify paclitaxel sensitivity in breast cancer patients. The platform achieved deterministic nanoparticle assembly and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy for rapid molecular analysis.
Researchers found a more reliable way to track seasonal productivity and drought stress in dryland ecosystems by combining multiple optical signals. This approach could improve drought monitoring and carbon-cycle modeling, supporting climate forecasting and ecosystem management.
A new study found that ignoring woody parts and using one representative leaf spectrum have minor effects on simulated waveforms, while assuming a uniform foliage area volume density causes larger errors. The research provides guidance for designing faster analytical models that remain physically reliable.
Researchers at Tongji University have discovered that ferrihydrite is a highly effective mineral in trapping chromium and storing organic carbon. This finding has significant implications for environmental remediation, enabling the development of nature-based solutions to clean up contaminated mine soils while sequestering carbon.
A new study by Beijing University of Chemical Technology proves that feeding methane to bacteria outperforms traditional soy and fish meal in both ecological savings and financial returns. The bacterial alternative eliminates the need for arable land and fresh water, effectively halting deforestation and marine depletion.
A new study reveals that glycosylation is an ancient process shared by all life forms, with 56% of GM genes mapping back to the origin of cellular organisms. The research also found significant evolutionary innovations during the origin of eukaryotes and animal multicellularity.
A collaborative study from The University of Haripur and China University of Mining and Technology provides a concrete roadmap for balancing regional wealth with environmental health. To achieve true carbon neutrality, governments must aggressively fund renewable energy grids and realign outdated industrial frameworks.
A study by University of California, Berkeley biologists found detectable alcohol in at least one flower of 26 of the 29 species of plants tested. Hummingbirds and other animals consume small doses throughout the day without apparent effects, but may metabolize ethanol like mammals do.
A study by researchers at Pohang University of Science & Technology discovered that engineered disorder can amplify transverse electron transport in magnetic materials. The findings suggest that deliberately using disorder in materials design could lead to new opportunities in spintronics and thermoelectric energy-conversion technologies.
A new study reveals that biochar can significantly reduce nitrous oxide emissions from forest soils, shifting them from a source to a potential climate solution. Biochar was found to suppress key microbial genes responsible for producing N2O while increasing the abundance of microbes that convert it into harmless nitrogen gas.
Researchers identified a mechanism allowing plants to rapidly slow growth in response to extreme stress. By limiting growth-related compounds, plants pause development and cope with stress. The finding has practical applications for developing more resilient crops.
A new study reveals that option trading fees are substantially higher than stock trades, creating a conflict of interest for brokers. The complex options market also features structural advantages for dominant firms, leading to higher costs for individual investors.
A study led by Oxford University researchers reveals that sperm stored for extended periods deteriorates quickly, regardless of male age. Regular ejaculation has been shown to improve sperm quality in humans and animals alike.
A new study published in The Lancet Public Health suggests that the FDA's proposed nutrition label should be redesigned to highlight products high in added sugar, sodium, or saturated fat. Researchers found that an 'easy-to-understand' label design made it easier for consumers to identify healthier choices.
A new study published in The Lancet Public Health found that community-based parenting programmes like Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities can improve family wellbeing and reduce health inequalities. Parents who participated reported higher levels of mental wellbeing and improved relationships with their children.
A new report by the University of Cambridge reveals that educational hierarchies in UK schools discourage students from pursuing creative subjects like art, music, and drama. The study found that low-income students and girls face a double disadvantage, with many steering away from these subjects even before entering higher education.
A new AI pipeline called RAVEN has validated over 100 exoplanets, including 31 newly detected planets, using NASA's TESS data. The study found that around 9-10% of Sun-like stars host a close-in planet, and 'Neptunian desert' planets occur around just 0.08% of Sun-like stars.
A study of 10,978 participants found that cooking at home at least once a week is associated with a lower risk of dementia. Novice cooks with few culinary skills saw a 70% reduction in risk, while skilled cooks still benefited from regular meal prep
A new study from the University of East Anglia shows that people deny being offended to take the moral high ground and protect their reputation in online debates. The research reveals how language and emotional management are used to negotiate and manage offence in digital spaces.
A recent study found that breast cancer recurrence remains low even after ten years when patients receive tailored radiotherapy. The research involved 848 patients who underwent chemotherapy and surgery, and showed that radiotherapy can be reduced or eliminated in low-risk patients, leading to a significant decrease in side effects.
A new study shows that polyurethane-coated breast implants are associated with lower rates of capsular contracture and the need for corrective surgery after radiotherapy. Women who received these implants had a significantly lower risk of developing scarring and needing further surgery compared to those who received standard implants.
A data analysis found that maternal deaths increased by 11% in US aid-dependent countries during Republican administrations, eroding a fifth of the global decline in maternal deaths since 1985. The policy, which restricts family planning services, is associated with a 10.5% increase in maternal deaths.
Researchers at Virginia Tech have developed a method to reduce noise in quantum computers by using a geometric approach. By adjusting the shape of a 3D space curve, they can design pulses that suppress noise errors and improve performance. This breakthrough brings us closer to large-scale quantum computing.
Researchers developed a highly efficient biochar-supported catalyst that converts biomass-derived chemicals into valuable industrial products under remarkably mild conditions. The study demonstrates the untapped potential of biochar as an active partner in catalysis.
Researchers found that cancer cells lose MHC I expression, making them vulnerable to CD4+ T cell attack and ferroptosis triggered by iron and oxidative stress. This discovery challenges long-held assumptions in immunology and has implications for cancer immunotherapy and bone marrow transplantation.
Researchers developed a nitrogen-doped biochar-modified zero-valent iron nanocomposite that rapidly removes harmful herbicides from soil and protects crops. The material also triggers the formation of an iron plaque on plant roots, capturing contaminants and improving crop health.
Rice scientists develop simple method to study pyroglutamate, unlocking new insights into how proteins function and form. The technique uses blueish light to initiate chemistry that allows researchers to find out the roles of this ubiquitous modification.
Researchers introduce the capabilities approach-contextual integrity (CA-CI) framework to address privacy and dignity risks in AI systems. The framework evaluates normative appropriateness of AI systems beyond narrow tasks and stable contexts, securing social life and human dignity.
The CHAT program aims to strengthen nutrition, reduce loneliness, and support overall well-being among older adults receiving behavioral health services. The initiative connects Tennesseans aged 60+ with local senior meal sites, leveraging community partnerships and resources.
Rice University professor Bidong Zhang has received a $2.54 million NASA grant to develop more accurate ages for lunar samples using next-generation radiometric dating techniques. The goal is to create an easier-to-use tool kit that can analyze various types of lunar rocks brought back by NASA's future missions.
The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory successfully completed its marathon run on the Large Helical Device, yielding key findings about fusion energy. The experiment produced world-record milestones, including sustained megawatt-level plasmas for nearly an hour, and demonstrated a unique feature to produce resilient plasmas.
Researchers from Western Colorado University found that low snowpack extends fire season and increases severity of forest fires. Years with low snowpack are consistently associated with higher burn severity across watersheds studied from 1985 to 2021.
A web-based platform, GIFT, educates people with cancer about the impact of genetic variants on their family. The tool allows patients to invite relatives and provides information, decision support, and access to genetic testing.
The partnership aims to develop groundbreaking water treatment solutions in areas like desalination, brine management, PFAS treatment, and resource recovery. The collaboration will leverage IDE's expertise in commercial water treatment and the WaTER Institute's research prowess.
Researchers define a new genetic disease marked by premature aging and brain function deficits, tracing the cause to a mutated IVNS1ABP gene. The study uses genome sequencing and cellular reprogramming to identify potential treatment targets.
A team of MIT researchers has created a framework to design AI systems that are more collaborative and forthcoming about uncertainty in medical diagnoses. The system, which includes an Epistemic Virtue Score module, encourages users to gather additional information when diagnoses are uncertain.
A new study finds that contributions from casual and highly active citizen scientists are equally valuable, with each group complementing the other. The research, led by Erin Grady, analyzed millions of observations on iNaturalist and found that both groups contribute to balancing biases in data collection.
A recent study shows that a comprehensive TB screening and treatment program reduced TB incidence by 83% and prevalence of latent TB infection by 32% among Tibetan children in northern India. The program's success highlights the importance of community-led surveillance and treatment implementation to control TB transmission.
A new study found that wealthier nations tend to invest more in private solutions, exacerbating climate change. The research involved over 7,500 participants from 34 countries, who took part in a simulation on how economic resources are allocated to address climate change.
Researchers examined how autonomous vehicles affect morning commutes and parking in business districts, finding that AVs could increase vehicle hours and miles traveled. Urban planners can adapt policies to accommodate AVs by adjusting parking fees or infrastructure, reducing total system cost by up to 28.5 percent.
Researchers found that vivid dreaming helps sustain deep sleep perception across the night, offering a new perspective on what shapes our perception of sleep depth. The quality of dreams, especially immersiveness, appears crucial in interpreting brain activity during sleep.