A new study reveals substantial differences in gene expression patterns between aging mouse and human skeletal muscle. Fewer than 5% of biological pathways show shared changes, emphasizing the need for cross-species targets in aging research.
Researchers used an AI model to detect Bryde's whale calls in seismic data collected in the South China Sea. The model achieved high accuracy, detecting calls over 96% of the time and identifying seasonal variations in whale behavior.
A new study by Chalmers University of Technology found that biocide-free silicone paint is the most effective against fouling, while an 'eco-friendly' paint was revealed to be extremely toxic. The results suggest copper-free coatings can be just as effective as those containing more copper.
A study published in Neuroepidemiology found that individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) are at a higher risk of dying from brain cancer compared to the general population. The research, which analyzed data from over 20,000 TBI patients, revealed that those with severe TBI were nearly 14 times more likely to die from brain cancer.
A study using Galen's ancient texts highlights the inability of digital simulations and virtual reality to transmit the physical intuition needed for clinical practice. Researchers recreated a dissection to demonstrate that written instructions and digital tools cannot replace hands-on experience.
Scientists have mapped the tiny antenna-like structures in giant kelp that allow it to efficiently capture light and remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. This discovery may lead to new ways to boost crop growth and capture carbon dioxide, providing sustainable food sources in a warming world.
A new study found that pregnant women's expectations about postpartum sleep predicted their actual sleep quality after delivery, with 70% of women anticipating poor sleep. The study suggests that addressing sleep-related beliefs during pregnancy and treating postpartum anxiety may improve sleep and emotional well-being in new mothers.
A new study maps future risk of dengue transmission in Costa Rica by analyzing climate factors and epidemiological records. The research reveals a complex interplay between seasonal weather patterns and disease transmission, highlighting the need for locally informed, seasonally adaptive strategies.
Researchers found that friendly, choice-oriented language in AI chatbots boosts patient engagement, while aggressive phrasing and blurred human-AI boundaries put them off. Patients appreciate personalized interactions, but are wary of data security concerns.
Researchers at UCF-led excavation in Kurdistan region of Iraq discover substantial group of cuneiform administrative tablets and evidence of large-scale destruction, mass graves, and citywide fortifications. The findings provide a clear archaeological record of siege warfare and urban life during the Middle Bronze Age.
Delirium is a common and preventable complication in older surgical patients, with verified geriatric surgery programs screening nearly every patient. Non-accredited hospitals screen only half of their patients for delirium, leading to a stark gap in care.
Steward's groundbreaking research revealed protein-producing machinery located near synapses, demonstrating that neurons can manufacture proteins locally. His work has boosted comprehension of neurodevelopmental disabilities and opened new pathways for developing therapies to preserve cognitive function and restore neural connectivity.
Researchers at KAIST developed Video-Based Optimal Transport (VOTP), a technology that enables robots to understand human intentions and choose actions on their own with minimal data. This breakthrough accelerates the development of physical AI, which is expected to drastically shorten development time and costs.
A new review highlights advances in preventing bone loss in people with rheumatoid arthritis, showing that modern antirheumatic therapies can significantly reduce both localized erosions and generalized bone loss. Emerging imaging technologies like HR-pQCT have been found to detect subtle bone erosions earlier and more sensitively.
Researchers at the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis have built a dataset of global migration flows from 1990 to 2023, revealing a true per-capita increase in human mobility. The dataset shows that migration has become more common overall since 2000, with dips only during the financial crisis and Covid-19 pandemic.
A pediatric ophthalmologist is leading a $1 million NIH grant to study the genetics of cataracts in children. The goal is to develop a comprehensive AI-assisted database of genes associated with potential diseases.
Researchers found that daunorubicin effectively inhibits bacteriophage infection in bacteria, triggering mutual destruction and killing the bacterial cell. The discovery opens up new avenues for phage therapy development, especially against antibiotic-resistant infections.
Valsamo Anagnostou, Jordan Berlin, and Olisaemeka Ogbue receive ECOG-ACRIN's Young Investigator Award, Remarkable Mentor in Oncology Award, and Paul Carbone, MD Fellowship Award for outstanding contributions to translational research, mentorship, and improving cancer care. The awards are funded by the ECOG Research & Education Foundation.
The new project aims to build self-regulating AI agents that can recognize uncertainty, explain their decisions using past experience, and improve their understanding of the world through corrective feedback. The goal is to make future physical AI systems more trustworthy and useful in real-world settings.
A new study by Concordia researchers suggests that carefully habituating wild gorillas to non-threatening humans can help them overcome long-term aversions to people. Over an eight-year study in Cameroon, the animals' responses to human presence slowly changed from aggression and avoidance to curiosity and indifference.
Researchers have developed an algorithmic tool called CytoSignal that can analyze spatial transcriptomic data to infer cell-cell communication. The method can identify defective signaling interactions underlying diseases and potentially lead to new treatments by targeting specific receptor proteins.
Researchers developed breakthrough methods to track individual bird species during migration by combining participatory science data with weather radar technology. The BirdFlow project provides species-specific migration estimates across North America, addressing a long-standing limitation in migration monitoring.
Researchers create a new method to deliver therapies directly to cancer cells using lipid nanoparticles, avoiding healthy tissues. The study successfully targets multiple myeloma cells in their natural environment by attaching an antibody that recognizes a specific marker.
A team of researchers identified a small peptide signal that senses cold during pollen development, allowing crops to shield themselves from sudden climate shocks. The discovery offers a powerful genetic strategy to protect crop yields while maintaining performance under favorable conditions.
The American Ornithological Society has recognized Daniel Cadena and Kimberly Rosvall as the 2026 William Brewster Memorial Award recipients for outstanding contributions to ornithological science. The awards are given in recognition of their research on birds, conservation efforts, and service to the AOS.
The KAIST Mind Care & Growth Center consolidates psychological counseling services under one roof, providing systematic care to students. Researchers collaborate with AI experts to develop evidence-based interventions, addressing mental health challenges arising from AI dependency.
A study published in Scientific Reports found that programmers' brains exhibit brain activity similar to those caused by unexpected turns in conversation when encountering confusing code snippets. The research team used EEG and eye-tracking data to analyze the brain patterns, revealing a striking pattern known as late frontal positivity.
Researchers developed a simple blood-based assessment to evaluate high-density lipoprotein's (HDL) cholesterol removal capacity from blood vessel walls. The study linked low HDL function to high-risk coronary plaques, supporting the use of this method for predicting cardiovascular risk.
A study published in JAMA Network Open found that high consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages was linked to an increased risk of liver cancer. In contrast, artificially sweetened beverage intake showed no significant association with liver cancer risk.
The study explores whether resonance can stimulate the protein p53, which regulates cell division and DNA repair. Researchers found that stimulating P53 with specific frequencies produces varying outcomes, suggesting a potential method for strengthening the body's systems of self-healing.
Researchers developed DNA tetrahedrons with Vitamin E-derived molecules for targeted cancer treatment, enhancing cellular uptake and improving anticancer efficacy. The modification triggered oxidative stress in cancer cells, leading to programmed cell death.
A study by IRB Barcelona and BSC suggests that the origin of complex cells was a longer, more gradual process than previously thought. The researchers identified signals from bacterial groups and giant viruses that may have facilitated gene exchange, contributing to the complexity of eukaryotic cells.
A study published in Cell Host & Microbe suggests that GLP-1 analogs may alleviate depression in mice by modulating the gut microbiome. The researchers found that a specific microbe strain, Lactobacillus delbrueckii, played a key role in this process.
In this serial survey study, wearable device use increased among U.S. adults, but daily use and clinician-directed data sharing remained limited. The findings suggest a need for approaches to help realize the potential of wearable devices as health care tools.
An integrated telehealth-based rehabilitation strategy improved 90-day health-related quality of life in mechanically ventilated adults, potentially reducing mortality. The study suggests that this approach can be delivered across intensive care unit, hospital, and postdischarge phases.
Researchers have documented the world's deepest and largest known aggregation of whale fossils and active whale-fall ecosystems in the Diamantina Zone of the southeastern Indian Ocean. The discovery, a 'whale necropolis,' reveals insights into deep-sea life, evolution, and dispersal.
A study led by Dr. Toni Gabaldón rewrites the origin of the first eukaryotes, suggesting a gradual and collaborative process involving multiple bacterial groups and giant viruses. The research provides new insights into the emergence of complex cells in animals, plants, fungi, and protists.
Researchers propose using low-dose lithium orotate to slow dementia progression in mild cognitive impairment, leveraging established neuroprotective mechanisms. The approach aims to mitigate kidney and thyroid risks associated with higher-dose formulations, offering a potentially accessible and inexpensive treatment option.
Researchers have uncovered the structural basis of Argonaute assembly, revealing that chaperone proteins hold it in an open conformation allowing miRNA loading. The study also found that RNA plays a key role in guiding Argonaute folding.
Researchers developed FLIM Playground to streamline FLIM data analysis, extracting lifetime information from cells and visualizing patterns. The platform reduces the need for multiple software tools and quality checks, increasing efficiency and reproducibility.
The study analyzed polygenic scores and simulated expectations to understand changes in genetic contributions to ASD and ADHD diagnoses by year of diagnosis. Findings suggest broadening diagnostic criteria as a possible explanation for increasing rates, which has significant implications for risk factors and clinical practice.
A new study found that ancient genome duplications laid the foundations for complex brains in vertebrates. The researchers discovered that many major cell type families arose after a genome duplication event, and further duplicates added to this diversity.
Researchers found a significant increase in Arctic icebergs since the 2000s, with stones raining down on the soft seafloor, forming new hard-substrate habitats for marine life. The presence of icebergs also poses greater risks to shipping and fisheries.
A new study has analyzed over 2100 samples to build a genetic dataset containing more than 500 million unique genes, revealing the immense potential of deep-sea biodiversity for developing new technologies. The research found that despite vast genetic diversity, deep-sea organisms rely on stable, core designs to survive extreme conditi...
A new study reveals that a change in diet may have paved the way for the evolution of spectacular displays in manakins. The research found that genetic fingerprints of strong sexual selection and changes in taste and digestion linked to a fruit-based diet drove the emergence of elaborate mating behaviors.
Physical intelligence embeds sensing and actuation into materials, while biological intelligence integrates living cells for biocompatibility and environmental sensing. Computational intelligence enables data-driven perception, planning, and learning. Human oversight remains crucial for safety.
A new study found that one in three middle-aged American adults can't consistently read prescription instructions correctly or recall details from doctor visits involving chronic conditions. The researchers recommend simplifying health information using plain language to improve patient outcomes and reduce harm.
A new study analyzes the accuracy of consumer wearables that estimate biological age, highlighting both benefits and drawbacks. While these devices can motivate positive behavior change, they lack provider insight and risk oversimplifying complex biological data, leading to user anxiety or misinterpretation.
Research waste refers to wasting scientific resources due to poor practices, compromising internal and external validity. JMIR Metascience and Research Integrity publishes metascience articles exploring the shortcomings of published literature and investigating its negative impact on real-world outcomes.
Researchers at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) have successfully demonstrated a diesel engine system designed to reduce NOx and particulate matter emissions in off-highway diesel vehicles. The system uses exhaust gas recirculation and optimized calibration strategies to achieve significant reductions in emissions.
A new AI-based system was trained on 890 cases of nasopharyngeal carcinoma and refined through four iterations, achieving clinically acceptable plans in just 3.5 minutes. The system achieved superior or comparable dosimetric quality with lower doses to organs at risk.
The study highlights the importance of parents' motivational practices in supporting their children's math learning. Parents can play a critical role by encouraging independence, praising effort, and giving children room to explore and struggle with hard problems. By doing so, they can help their children develop motivation and engagem...
A recent study published in JAMA found that high-dose intravenous vitamin C did not reduce mortality and persistent organ dysfunction in patients with severe burn injury. Instead, the treatment may be harmful, suggesting alternative approaches for managing burn-related complications.
A landmark trial found that tranexamic acid reduces bleeding and blood transfusion without increasing clot risk. The study supports using the inexpensive drug in all major surgeries with high blood loss risk, potentially saving millions of red blood cells annually.
The Acceleration Consortium and Structural Genomics Consortium collaborate to develop new drugs using AI-driven lab capabilities. The partnership aims to speed up the discovery of bioactive molecules, advancing human health and disease understanding.
A nationwide survey in Japan found a gradual but steady decline in health-related quality of life among the working-age population over seven years. The study also revealed regional differences in HRQoL across prefectures.
A new study suggests that environmental factors can influence which bird songs are passed down through generations. Common song types, with higher frequencies and broader frequency bandwidths, traveled more effectively through the environment than rare songs. This makes it easier for young birds to hear and learn these songs, potential...
The 46th Scientific Assembly and Associated Events (COSPAR 2026) will take place in Florence, Italy from August 1-9, 2026. The event will bring together leading scientists to discuss the future of space exploration, climate monitoring, and planetary science.
Researchers have discovered a new iron–scandium catalyst that stabilizes iron catalysts and enables the growth of centimeter-long carbon nanotubes under high-temperature conditions. The study reveals scandium as a key cocatalyst, improving catalyst lifetime and promoting CNT growth.
Researchers at Sophia University have created an AI-based framework for urban railway speed control, achieving precise, real-time, and sustainable automatic railway control. The framework outperformed other reinforcement learning algorithms in terms of speed and energy efficiency.