Researchers found that ONIKURU's opening increased stay density near the facility and adjacent commercial areas, but decreased it around JR Ibaraki Station. The study used GPS trajectory data to measure the impact of walkable urban design initiatives on residents' behavior.
Scientists have made a breakthrough in understanding the diets of southern right whales, discovering they eat a wider variety of seafood than previously thought. Analysis of whale poo from around the world has revealed a diverse diet including crabs, shrimp, and jellyfish, which may help them adapt to climate change.
The symposium aims to showcase cutting-edge academic achievements and innovative applications from the global energy community. It will tackle key energy challenges through in-depth academic dialogue.
A team from the University of Osaka has created a high-throughput platform to engineer versatile biosensors that can track lipid molecules in living cells. This method, called Cell surface Liposome Binding (CLiB) assay, uses yeast cells and fluorescence readouts to test protein variants' binding to lipids.
A new study by Rice University researcher Conner Joyce examines the evolution of cybercriminal communities into politically motivated networks. The research found that online interactions can create strong social bonds that facilitate the spread of political and extremist beliefs.
A new study by Thales Papagiannakopoulos and colleagues found that lung cancer tumors talk directly to the nervous system through sensory neurons in the lungs, promoting cachexia. Silencing these nerves or blocking the production of prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) reduced cachexia, suggesting a potential therapeutic strategy.
Researchers at IISc discovered that low-frequency ultrasound can selectively target and kill oral cancer cells, while leaving healthy tissues unharmed. This approach uses moderate mechanical forces to damage cancer cells beyond their ability to recover, potentially leading to safer treatment strategies for oral cancer.
The paper proposes that competition is a key pathway through which evolutionary mismatch contributes to stress and poorer wellbeing. It suggests designing interventions that work with rather than against our evolved human nature to create cities and communities that feel less alienating and more supportive of everyday wellbeing.
New research from University of Georgia finds that prescribed burns are a significant source of fine particle pollution, affecting nearby communities. The study analyzed state burn permit records and found that Georgia experiences the highest population exposure to fine particle pollution, with over 40 smoke-impacted days annually.
Researchers have developed a gene-editing tool that unlocks the secrets of fungi, a kingdom rich in antibacterial compounds. The tool, called fPE7max, enables precise control over DNA sequences and has identified three novel molecules with anti-cancer properties.
Researchers argue that aphantasia poses a challenge to Hume's theory, suggesting that mental imagery may not be as central to human thought as previously assumed. Despite lacking visual images, individuals with aphantasia can reason about abstract concepts and engage in cognitive processes similarly to others.
The revised guidelines in Japan bring human embryo model research under a single oversight system, requiring ethics review and public availability of findings. Key differences with international guidelines, such as ISSCR, concern the definition of human embryo models and covered research types, including organoid studies.
Researchers developed a novel approach to analyze SELinux policies using formal semantics and theorem proving, identifying issues in real-world policies like refpolicy and AOSP policy. The method provides a unified way to analyze security properties with formal guarantees.
A team at Graz University of Technology has solved the puzzle of MOF thin film structure using advanced diffraction techniques and computational modeling. They found that prototypical Cu(bdc) thin films are not porous as expected, but instead densely packed with additional hydroxide groups.
Researchers mapped the human kidney's developmental axis and engineered synthetic organizer cells to recreate key signals, producing improved lab-grown organoids. These advances enable more reliable models for studying disease and evaluating potential therapies.
A new study from the University of Groningen shows that properly characterizing 3D-printed materials is key to predicting their behavior. The researchers successfully designed and manufactured structures that exhibited excellent vibration attenuation and other exotic properties.
Researchers at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have identified genetic factors that determine whether prostate cancers are susceptible to ferroptosis. SPOP mutations and CHD1 deletions could serve as biomarkers to help identify patients who may benefit from emerging ferroptosis-based therapies.
Professor Mario Ruben receives EUR 2.5 million ERC Advanced Grant for his research on multi-state qubits, called qudits, generated by nuclear spins of molecules. The goal is to improve scalability and controllability of quantum mechanics devices towards the Quantum Internet.
A long-term study by Hiroshima University found that lingering symptoms of COVID-19 became less common after the Omicron variant arrived, but some people continued to experience health problems years after infection. The study showed that recovery from COVID-19 does not always end when the infection clears, and that some individuals ma...
Researchers found that a fungus's metabolic breadth, or range of nutrients it can use, links its ability to kill insects, partner with plants, and thrive in different ecological roles. Strains capable of using a wider range of nutrients were faster and deadlier at killing insects and more effective at colonizing plant roots.
Researchers at Hiroshima University discovered a crab trapped in a plastic bottle off Okinawa, Japan, which survived for two months by feeding on juvenile fishes and algae inside the bottle. The study highlights the dangers of marine plastic pollution on small marine animals.
Researchers found that honeybee queens will take up and pass on pesticide contamination to their eggs when worker bees can no longer filter out the toxins. This process, called maternal offloading, allows the queen to shield herself from harm but may also harm her offspring.
Researchers have identified Rickettsia typhi in cat fleas collected from domestic cats in the Rio Grande Valley, a region with high numbers of human cases of murine typhus. Controlling flea infestations on cats is crucial for protecting both animal and human health.
Research reveals microbiota's influence on virus transmission, either promoting or suppressing it depending on its location in the cycle. Microbiota from hosts and vectors can affect mosquito attraction to infected hosts and viral infection within mosquitoes.
A new study found that hypoxic liver injury is a common complication affecting over one in five patients with severe ARDS, strongly associated with increased mortality. The study suggests that HLI may serve as a valuable prognostic marker and reflection of systemic disease severity in critically ill patients.
New research highlights the need for FGS screening in sexual and reproductive health services, citing a link between chronic illness, HIV, and cervical cancer. Proposed approaches include combined testing and AI-supported diagnostic tools.
A new study found that Mexico's infant death rate remained stagnant over a decade, with persistent inequities in maternal and neonatal care contributing to the issue. The study suggests that structural problems such as poverty and inadequate healthcare systems are major factors behind the persistence of infant mortality.
Researchers at Tsinghua University developed a novel method for synthesizing azo compounds via in situ surface reconstruction of BiVO4. The introduction of Cs+ ions enhances the photoelectrochemical activity by forming a passivation layer on the surface, reducing VO42- leaching and promoting catalytically active Bi sites.
Researchers discovered Bacillus subtilis employs a slower growth strategy for better survival under antibiotic stress, decoupling ribosome production from amino acid supply. This trade-off makes B. subtilis more tolerant of stress and challenges the assumption that bacteria are wired to grow as fast as possible.
Babies born with low birth weight are at higher risk for heart, lung, and metabolic diseases later in life due to the overexpression of axon guidance proteins. These proteins play a key role in developing neurons and organs, and their increased levels are associated with poorer lung function in adulthood.
Researchers developed a low-cost AI tool to forecast demand and optimize medicine allocation in Sierra Leone. The tool increased consumption of allocated medical products by 19% and improved access to essential medicines for over two million women and children under five, with no additional workforce costs.
Researchers at Ehime University have created degradable carbon–carbon backbone polymers by incorporating degradation-inducing alkoxycarbonylmethylene units. The resulting materials exhibit improved thermophysical properties and can be triggered to degrade under basic conditions.
Researchers at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology developed a transformative approach to fabricate high-performance terahertz components with sub-micrometer precision. They combined multi-photon lithography with highly directive metal deposition techniques, achieving ultra-broadband chip-to-chip connections and suspended on-chip antennas.
Researchers found that rats displayed empathy-like behavior by registering their companion's emotions and situation, but not mental states. This suggests that rats possess a unique type of empathy, differing from human empathy in its limitations.
Researchers found impaired glymphatic function in ME/CFS patients, leading to brain fog and sleep disturbances. The study suggests that dysfunction in the brain's natural cleaning system may drive this condition.
A novel approach using silica microspheres encapsulates colorants in plastics, allowing for easy recycling and selective separation of colors. This technology enables the reuse of high-value resources from previously downcycled plastics, significantly reducing energy consumption and environmental impact.
The article reviews the current state of integrated optical transceivers, highlighting Co-Packaged Optics as a transformative solution to scalability limits. It explores key enabling technologies and system applications, emphasizing the need for full-stack co-optimization across device, circuit, packaging, and system levels.
A new study using genetic information helps predict the onset and progression of glaucoma, allowing for earlier detection and targeted treatment. The research found that individuals with a high polygenic risk score are more likely to develop glaucoma and require additional treatments.
Researchers at the University of Lausanne developed a groundbreaking simulation that reconstructs the journeys of giant rocks carried by ice across the Alpine region. The model provides a tangible visualization of the processes that shaped today's landscapes.
A study by researchers from the University of Ottawa found that Calling and Non-calling western toads are genetically distinct, behaviourally different, and have ecological variations. This discovery has important implications for conservation and wildlife management in Canada.
The collaboration aims to identify clinically differentiated drug candidates using Insilico's generative AI and Takeda's global development capabilities. The partnership seeks to deliver meaningful treatment options for patients and support Takeda's transition to an AI-native discovery model.
A team of scientists has developed a method to measure multiple quantum channels of light simultaneously, even when almost all the light is lost before reaching the detector. This breakthrough enables the detection of complex quantum states and provides a practical route toward real-world high-dimensional quantum technologies.
Researchers discovered microtubules within transzonal projections, which connect granulosa cells and oocytes, facilitating communication. The study reveals Camsap3 stabilizes microtubules, essential for maintaining granulosa cell-oocyte communication and female fertility.
Scripps Research scientists will develop more comprehensive wastewater surveillance technologies and integrate diverse data to improve outbreak prediction. The project aims to support faster public health responses worldwide, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
Researchers analyzed over 3,500 incidents to find that low-impact activities and species like elk, grizzly bears, and mule deer are more likely to lead to aggressive encounters. Visitors can take simple precautions such as announcing themselves, keeping leashes short, and checking park information to minimize risks.
Scientists have discovered a new method to enable oxidative addition of aryl halides at group 13 elements using visible light. This breakthrough could lead to sustainable catalytic processes reducing the need for rare and expensive transition metals.
The new health system combines the strengths of a community-based and academic health system, offering advanced specialty care and increased access to UC San Diego Health specialists. The JPA oversees joint operations of hospitals and clinics, improving care for nearly one million people in North San Diego County.
Researchers examine how combining nanoscale particles with atomically thin semiconductors improves photodetector performance. Fabrication methods and interface design are key factors controlling efficiency, speed, and stability.
Scientists at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz successfully utilized orbital currents for the first time, eliminating the need for conversion to spin currents. This breakthrough enables the development of large-scale storage media with extremely low energy consumption, paving the way for future memory devices and processors.
The respiratory microbiota drives lung cancer through four integrated pathways: oncogenic signaling, epigenetic/metabolic reprogramming, chronic immune dysregulation. Microbial signatures can predict diagnosis, staging, and therapy response.
Australian researchers found short bursts of intense UVB radiation caused 50% more DNA damage in tadpoles than a lower level for a longer period. This type of damage could impact frog growth and survival.
Researchers found that overlapping yak urine and dung patches produce far less nitrous oxide than expected, contradicting the assumption of additive emissions. The study suggests a balance between two competing processes, preventing emissions from rising as much as expected.
The employment-to-population ratio for people with disabilities increased slightly to 38.0% in June 2026, while the labor force participation rate remained steady at 41.8%. The findings indicate continued resilience in the U.S. labor market despite shifts in the global economy.
The study isolated the effect of dielectric screening on excitonic properties in 2D perovskites. The research team found that changes in organic spacer length lead to a substantial rise in exciton binding energy.
Researchers found that giant trees in tropical forests have developed complex adaptations to compensate for the challenges of transporting water to their uppermost branches. These adjustments enable them to continue growing and thrive despite increased water stress.
The study identified two proteins, BCL2 and MCL1, as predictive biomarkers for matching patients to specific drug combinations. Combining BRAF-MEK inhibitors with a BCL2 inhibitor induced tumor regression in previously resistant tumors.
Researchers paired CAR T cell immunotherapy with a targeted radiopharmaceutical to improve tumor regression in preclinical models of neuroblastoma. The combination therapy worked through different mechanisms depending on the tumor's sensitivity to radiation.
Researchers developed a biomimetic bilayer scaffold with synchronized minocycline release and liposome-encapsulated simvastatin delivery to facilitate optimal periodontal repair. The scaffold promotes alveolar bone regeneration through combined osteoconductive and osteoinductive mechanisms.
Gustave Roussy and The Lancet launch a landmark international lecture series in oncology, focusing on personalised prevention. Renowned expert Professor Timothy R. Rebbeck will deliver a lecture on tailored cancer prevention strategies.
The American Gastroenterological Association has launched a new professional development initiative for gastroenterology and hepatology advanced practice providers (APPs). The AGA APP GI Readiness and Credentialing program includes two pathways: the AGA Foundations Certificate for new APPs and the AGA GI Advanced Practice Certification...