A study finds that nearly half of newborns with severe spina bifida experience breathing problems during sleep, which can be detected through comprehensive sleep studies. Early treatment may significantly improve cognitive development in these high-risk infants.
Researchers studied diet changes among three whale species, fin, humpback, and minke whales, over 28 years. The study found that whales are adapting their feeding habits in response to limited resource availability and increased competition.
A new study suggests that the Moon's surface record sets a hard limit on the possibility of late meteorite delivery being the dominant source of Earth's oceans. The researchers analyzed oxygen isotopes in lunar regolith samples, finding that even generous assumptions about impactor flux would only supply a small fraction of Earth's water.
Research led by University of Miami researchers shows that effective fisheries management can coexist with predator recovery, contradicting previous assumptions. The study found that fishing effort, not predator recovery, drives fishery yields in the North Sea.
Platelet-derived PITTs (Platelet-derived Integrin- and Tetraspanin-rich Tethers) are released from platelets during severe pathological conditions, driving damaging inflammatory processes. Blocking αIIbβ3 with monoclonal antibodies reduces PITT formation and tissue damage in disease models.
A new machine learning framework for satellite-based CO2 retrievals provides highly accurate concentration estimates while quantifying uncertainty, outperforming traditional physics-based methods in speed and accuracy.
A new study using satellite data confirms that California's shift to electric vehicles is making measurable differences in air quality and public health. For every 200 ZEVs added, nitrogen dioxide levels dropped 1.1%.
Physicists report the first experimental observation of quantum state transfer enabled by hidden symmetries in a network of laser-written optical waveguides. This discovery dramatically expands the design space for quantum circuits, opening the gates towards new classes of networks for secure quantum communication and cryptography.
A new study develops a video-based method to measure cardiopulmonary coupling, synchronizing heartbeat and breathing variations without contact. This approach produces consistent results with traditional devices, offering a promising solution for long-term monitoring and comfort.
A research team at Kumamoto University has developed a breakthrough drug-delivery platform using a small-intestine-permeable cyclic peptide, enabling efficient oral delivery of insulin. This approach achieves a pharmacological bioavailability of approximately 33–41% relative to subcutaneous injection.
Researchers have developed a GNSS-only method that consistently outperforms existing methods in dense urban areas, enabling safer and more reliable autonomous navigation. The approach uses a probabilistic framework to estimate position without relying on carrier-phase integer ambiguity resolution.
Citizen science is essential for improving how restoration success is evaluated and managed over time. By integrating public observations into formal monitoring systems, restored wetlands can be better understood and maintained.
A statistically significant spike in shark bites occurs every October in Hawaiian waters, primarily driven by tiger sharks. The research found a strong link between the October spike and the tiger shark's reproductive cycle, specifically parturition, which occurs during September-October.
The new platform, led by PPPL, aims to speed up simulations needed to advance fusion energy research. STELLAR-AI will integrate CPUs, GPUs, and QPUs to tackle the challenges of private fusion companies, enabling faster design and optimization of stellarator devices.
Researchers develop a novel DNA origami-based method to synthesize stable, monolithic amorphous silver nanostructures. The technique introduces geometric frustration that suppresses crystallization in metallic silver, resulting in high-stability and disordered atomic arrangements.
Researchers used molecular dynamics simulations to study how organic molecules move with supercritical water inside carbon nanotubes. Aromatic compounds significantly slowed down their own motion and surrounding water, while alkanes moved relatively freely. Temperature played a key role in overcoming transport limitations.
A recently identified tree species in Australia, Rhodamnia zombi, is facing extinction due to myrtle rust, a fungal disease that attacks and kills its young shoots. Researchers are working on finding clean cuttings and propagating them to grow resistant seedlings, which may hold the key to resurrecting the 'zombie' tree.
Researchers found that biochar produced at high temperatures can effectively immobilize cadmium in soil, while low-temperature biochar may increase metal uptake by crops. The study highlights the importance of considering biochar production temperature and microbial interactions for effective heavy metal remediation.
Researchers created a new frequency-aware approach to crafting adversarial images that better match human visual perception. The method, called Input-Frequency Adaptive Adversarial Perturbation (IFAP), significantly outperformed existing techniques in structural and textural similarity.
A comprehensive review of 233 studies identifies the connection between workplace conditions and loneliness, highlighting the importance of job quality, stress management, and social support. Chronic loneliness harms emotional and cognitive well-being, while interventions such as mindfulness and volunteering can provide relief.
A new study published in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, & Women's Health found that postmenopausal women receiving hormone therapy lost 35% more weight while taking tirzepatide, a GLP-1-based obesity medication. This research could help develop personalized strategies for managing cardiometabolic risk in postmenopausal women.
A study found that brief exposure to benzo[a]pyrene disrupted normal development and skeletal health in fish, with effects persisting across multiple generations. The researchers identified specific metabolic signatures that could serve as early warning indicators of long-term toxicity.
A research team at UNH uses unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to monitor corn fields, providing insights into crop yields and disease risks. The study demonstrates the ability of UAV imagery to differentiate between corn varieties with high accuracy.
Researchers found that using words with clear opposites can shape people's sense of certainty when evaluating messages. This means that certain wording types can make messages less effective among skeptics, while boosting confidence among believers.
Researchers identified genes controlling cell wall changes in ripening pistachio hulls, which can lead to cracks and tears. The study also found that the physics of forces and humidity influence degradation, with applications for other non-berry fruit crops.
BrainHealth Week 2026 will explore precision brain health, biosensor technology, and mental resilience, offering actionable strategies for improving daily performance and quality of life. The event brings together industry leaders, scientific community, students, and the community at large to discuss practical roadmap for longevity.
A recent study from University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center found that diagnostic abnormalities were no more likely to occur among adults with unintentional weight loss than among comparison patients. In most cases, the weight loss was not linked to a serious underlying condition, with only a .7% overall rate of cancer.
Researchers at the University of Rochester have developed a new way to harness the properties of tungsten carbide as a catalyst for producing valuable chemicals and fuels. The method, which involves carefully manipulating tungsten carbide particles at the nanoscale level, has shown promising results in reducing costs and increasing eff...
Researchers analyzed 58 human studies to investigate the link between gut microbiome imbalances and cognitive decline. The findings suggest that individuals with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease have distinct gut bacteria profiles compared to healthy individuals.
The University of Houston is launching an online certificate program in film and media production and leadership to prepare students for careers in the growing film industry. The program aims to strengthen workforce development and build a career-ready workforce that attracts independent filmmakers to Houston.
A recent study led by researchers at Drexel University's Autism Institute found that early intervention is key to helping most non-speaking autistic children develop spoken language. The study suggests that duration of the intervention rather than intensity may be more effective in achieving outcomes for these children.
Researchers used machine learning to evaluate 1,773 bus stops across Massachusetts, identifying 13 crash-relevant characteristics and proposing countermeasures. The study found that bus stop types in mixed-use arterial corridors and dense urban cores have the highest prevalence of crashes.
Researchers found structural and functional differences between mitral annular calcification and rheumatic mitral stenosis, which may lead to inaccurate diagnoses and treatment. The study suggests using disease-specific diagnostic criteria and management guidelines for patients with MAC-related stenosis.
The W8Buddy study, a major real-world evaluation of digitally delivered specialist weight management pathways, is recruiting 450 participants from 4 Specialist Weight Management Services across England and Wales. The study aims to assess the long-term health benefits and economic impact of digital tools for obesity care.
American Heart Association names Indiana University head coach Curt Cignetti national college football Coach of the Year, marking a dramatic turnaround in his second season. The award honors exceptional leadership and excellence, with proceeds benefiting heart health research and awareness.
A study found that witnessing terminal lucidity in children is a profoundly spiritual experience, influencing caregivers' belief systems and sparking personal growth. Caregivers reported disclosing what they witnessed to others, receiving mixed reactions from healthcare professionals and colleagues.
Research reveals that nanoplastics amplify the toxicity of tire-derived chemicals, causing severe eye malformations and impaired vision in zebrafish embryos. The study highlights a previously underappreciated risk of combined pollution, emphasizing the need for integrated approaches to environmental management.
The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) has elected seven new members to its Board of Directors, bringing diverse expertise in clinical practice, public health, and education. The new board members will support ACLM's efforts to integrate lifestyle medicine into healthcare, furthering the field's growth and impact.
Researchers are studying microchimeric cells that can play complex roles in a person's body, including healing wounds and regulating the immune system. However, more research is needed to understand their role in health outcomes, particularly pregnancy complications and autoimmune diseases.
Researchers have resurrected ancient nitrogenases, enabling a new window into the origins of life on Earth. The study provides insights into the evolution of early life and its relevance to understanding life elsewhere in the universe.
Researchers at Tufts University used sourdough starters to test a pairwise interaction model that reliably forecasts how up to nine microbial species will interact. The study provides insights into predicting microbial coexistence, improving food safety, and informing human health.
Researchers at Rockefeller University discovered that fruit flies use a two-neuron system to calculate wind direction, leveraging double-duty signaling mechanisms. This finding redefines our understanding of how neurons compute direction and navigate their environment.
A study published in Stem Cell Reports suggests that transferring young microbiota to the intestines of older mice can speed up healing and improve the regenerative potential of intestinal stem cells. This approach may have implications for treating gut-related conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease.
A new study found that high body mass index (BMI) increases the risk of vascular-related dementia. The researchers believe treating or preventing high blood pressure may help reduce this risk. Early weight-loss interventions could potentially prevent dementia, especially vascular-related dementia.
Researchers at Mount Sinai detail how decades of cancer vaccine research have converged into more precise and effective immunotherapies. Decades-long clinical trials show personalized neoantigen vaccines are safe and capable of generating robust immune responses across various cancers.
Researchers previously estimated a powerful earthquake on Chalke Island in 1843 caused up to 600 deaths and a tsunami. However, a new study finds the event was likely a magnitude 5.93 earthquake with no deaths or tsunami reported at the time.
Sujuan Ba, CEO of the National Foundation for Cancer Research, has been recognized as one of OncoDaily's 100 Most Influential CEOs in Oncology in 2025. Under her leadership, NFCR has strengthened its role as a strategic accelerator of cancer research, supporting innovative science and fostering cross-sector collaboration.
The collaboration aims to deliver life-saving treatments at a fraction of their current market cost, using Caring Cross's decentralized manufacturing model. Clinical data demonstrated robust increases in fetal hemoglobin with sustained mitigation of SCD disease manifestations.
A new study from the University of Illinois examines how apple growers might respond to a potential ban on antibiotics, finding that proactive growers will benefit if the ban is enforced, but may struggle if it doesn't materialize. The study also shows that crop value can mitigate the negative impact of regulatory uncertainty.
Mannitol outperforms other green additives in slowing re-polymerisation of cellulose-lignin linkages, cutting molecular weight and raising hydrogenolysis monomer yield. The additive forms an average of 28 hydrogen bonds per simulation box, effectively capping sites where carbocations normally form.
Scientists have recovered a genome of Treponema pallidum from 5,500-year-old human remains in Colombia, pushing back the genetic record of this pathogenic species by over 3,000 years. The discovery sheds new light on the evolutionary history of treponemal pathogens and their occurrence in human populations.
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has partnered with Research Networks to publish Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal, Computational and Structural Biotechnology Reports, and Brain Organoid & Systems Neuroscience Journal as Science Partner Journals. These journals will publish high-quality re...
Researchers at the University of Nottingham created intricate 3D printed surface textures that preferentially bounce incident particles in particular directions. This helps keep unwanted particles out of the way, allowing useful particles like atoms to be delivered more efficiently.
Researchers at UC Irvine's Nanoscale Communication Integrated Circuits Labs developed a unique transceiver that operates in the F-band spectrum, enabling speeds of up to 120 gigabits per second. This technology offers massive bandwidths and can transform how machines, robots, and data centers communicate.
A new treatment method combining metacognitive therapy and job focus has been shown to significantly reduce absenteeism due to mental illness. By getting people back to work faster, it can save society up to three times as much as it costs.
Astronomers may need to look beyond the traditional habitable zone for liquid water and potentially life-friendly conditions. A new study suggests that tidally locked worlds, even those orbiting closer to cool M- and K-dwarf stars than previously thought, could sustain liquid water on their night side.
Researchers at the Boyce Thompson Institute have developed new tools to study the molecular level of plant-fungus partnerships. By identifying key proteins involved in nutrient exchange, they aim to develop crop varieties that form more effective symbioses, reducing fertilizer costs and improving crop resilience.
Scientists at the University of Surrey have created ultra-sensitive nanofiber-based sensors that can harness power from gentle movements, enabling continuous and maintenance-free sensing. These breakthrough sensors have potential applications in sleep disorder monitoring and dementia care.
Research at the University of Colorado Anschutz Linda Crnic Institute found significant alterations in liver metabolism among individuals with Down syndrome, including elevated bile acids and biomarkers of liver dysfunction. The study suggests that dietary interventions may help improve health outcomes.
Researchers are expanding options for patients with hard-to-treat cancers using a personalized approach that identifies effective therapies by testing large libraries of drugs on living tumor cells. The approach has shown stronger responses than initial findings, suggesting it can reveal opportunities missed by traditional methods.