A study found that positive parenting in early years is associated with increased joy and satisfaction in children, and may reduce the risk of depression. The research, conducted over 15 years, tracked 465 children and their parents, and found that positive parenting behaviors were linked to larger brain responses to rewards.
A team of researchers used a sophisticated technique to measure nitrogen gas extracted from water and sediment samples, revealing how microbes convert nitrogen into usable compounds. This approach helps assess fertilizer and wastewater inputs and informs efforts to protect water quality.
A modular, origami-inspired aquaculture system could help move seaweed farming into the open ocean, where strong currents and scarce nutrients limit scale. The Seaweed Origami-inspired Aquaculture System (Seaweed OAS) uses a shell-core structure to slow local flow, provide attachment surfaces, and store slow-release nutrients.
A recent study at the University of Eastern Finland found that using AI to seek feedback and identify missing perspectives leads to significantly better student performance. In contrast, instrumental use of AI can lower grades, highlighting the importance of teaching students how to use AI effectively.
A new NIST study documents how the amount and type of adulterants in fentanyl supply change over time and differ between eastern and western US. The study provides timely and detailed information on harmful substances, including anesthetics and industrial chemicals, to help combat the fentanyl epidemic.
Researchers have detected the most distant fast radio burst, which travelled over 10 billion years to reach Earth. The burst originated when the Universe was only three billion years old, providing a rare opportunity to study the evolution of galaxies and the vast matter between them.
A new algorithm developed at NYU Abu Dhabi can predict Arctic sea ice extent up to nine months in advance, providing new climate insights. The Random Analogue Predictor (RAP) uses historical sea ice data to identify past patterns and generate possible future forecasts, with an estimate of uncertainty for each forecast.
Researchers analyzed thousands of molecular measurements from human milk to identify shared patterns with infant growth and mammary gland function. Seven biomarkers, including short-chain acylcarnitines and selenium, were linked to maternal nutrition and infant growth, offering a new understanding of the complex relationships between m...
A new study of nearly 900 dogs found that larger and male dogs undergo accelerated molecular aging, with pronounced DNA methylation on the X chromosome and at transposable elements. This accelerated aging is reflected in shorter lifespans, with smaller breeds living nearly twice as long as larger breeds.
Researchers used DNA Typewriter technology to reconstruct the lineage of 1.28 million cells in a mouse embryo, providing crucial insights into birth defects and cancer. The study's findings could lead to the development of new treatments and therapies.
A new study found that the gut microbiome, influenced by diet, plays a key role in shaping vaccine side effects, including fever and inflammation. The study suggests that targeting the microbiome could reduce vaccine-related inflammation without compromising immune protection.
Researchers at the University of California San Diego developed a new method to grow perovskite crystals with fewer defects, leading to higher efficiency and durability in solar cells and LEDs. The temporary melting liquid, called a eutectic, helps to neutralize electronic defects and produce larger, more uniform crystals.
Researchers developed AlphaProof Nexus, an AI framework that autonomously tackles select math problems, seeking proofs and verifying solutions. The system solved dozens of open problems across various fields, demonstrating AI's potential for automated mathematical discovery and research.
Restricting phone use in class improves academic performance, especially among lower-performing students, with minimal impact on higher-performing students. Removing phones also reduces disparities in GPA, indicating a potential way to close learning gaps.
A new study from Arizona State University found that large dogs age faster due to the loss of regulatory marks in their DNA, specifically in 'jumping genes' called LINE1s. This loss is more pronounced in larger breeds and is associated with increased disease risks, challenging the long-held assumption that larger dogs live longer.
Researchers used DNA Typewriter to record cell lineage in mouse embryos, revealing key findings on cell fate and development. The study found that blood cells and retina committed early, while skin cells committed later, with cell fate not locked in at once.
Scientists have created the most complete lineage maps yet made for a mammal, tracing how cells commit to their fates as mice develop. By recording cell divisions and analyzing marks in DNA, researchers can study development, disease, and tumor growth, and train AI models to predict development outcomes.
A study analyzing whole-genome sequences from 1,050 Polynesian individuals reveals the history of voyaging is written in their genomes, offering new clues to health risks and medical discoveries. The research also identifies genetic variants associated with autosomal recessive diseases at high frequencies in French Polynesia.
Tamás Hausel's Project Sandbox is a digital research environment that enables human mathematicians and AI agents to work together on mathematical problems. The project aims to develop a new theory to prove open conjectures using machine-checked steps under human direction.
Researchers developed a new lensless imaging method, called SF-PULSE, that enables long-term monitoring of living cells without staining or labels. The method provides quantitative information about cell growth, size, and changes in biomass, enabling accurate long-term tracking of individual cells.
A traumatic brain injury can cause subtle changes at the cellular and molecular levels, leading to altered responses to stress in future situations. Microglia play a significant role in this process, acquiring immune memory and becoming sensitized to future stressors.
A study published in the Journal of Hepatology reveals a high-IgA subtype of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) linked to liver-related events. The IgA-enriched subgroup showed coordinated immune activity in the gut and liver, highlighting a new way to understand disease progression and risk.
The book examines the development, properties, and processing of tungsten heavy alloys, which are increasingly important in demanding engineering applications due to their exceptional density, mechanical strength, and wear resistance. Advanced manufacturing techniques and surface engineering approaches are also explored to improve mate...
Georgia State University graduate students Ahanab Hafiz Anab and Haobo Cui have received the 2026 Graduate Award from the Southeastern Universities Research Association for their exceptional academic and research talent in STEM fields. The award recognizes their potential to advance science and technology.
A new tool called OpenCGChromatin allows researchers to explore chromatin folding, interactions, and forces that hold its structures together. The tool enables the study of chromatin systems at a larger scale than previous models, revealing molecular movements and interactions that are difficult to capture experimentally.
Entrepreneurs who can resist instant rewards are more likely to start businesses and earn more from them. Those who became business owners earned substantially more than their less patient counterparts. The study suggests that patience really is a virtue for entrepreneurs.
A new AI tool has been developed to diagnose Ewing sarcoma with high accuracy, reducing errors and preserving tissue from biopsies. The tool achieves 91.6% accuracy and demonstrates a highly reliable solution to differential diagnosis among small round cell tumours.
A new study from the Bogalusa Heart Study has found a significant association between cumulative clinical obesity and white matter changes in the brain by midlife. Researchers analyzed data from 190 participants and found that those with greater exposure to clinical obesity had worse brain health in midlife.
A new study introduces a factor graph optimization framework for integrated GNSS/LEO precise point positioning, combining heterogeneous graph-based stochastic modeling with adaptive covariance rescaling. The method achieved improved three-dimensional positioning accuracy, availability, and short-term continuity in complex environments.
Genetic research challenges a decades-old model on cattle pregnancy, finding embryos lacking interferon tau can establish and maintain pregnancies, resulting in healthy calves. The team used CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing to eliminate IFNT genes and generated cloned embryos, which developed normally and successfully established pregnancies.
A new study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health found that hospital closures in the US have increased over the past 15 years, with no significant difference between rural and urban rates. For-profit, small, and safety-net hospitals, as well as those in the most vulnerable communities, were most likely to close. The study s...
Concordia researchers found that mixing red mud with dredged sediment can reduce greenhouse-gas emissions from cement by 25-50%. The approach uses heated red mud to compensate for limitations in dredged sediment, producing stronger materials.
A new home sensor system uses radar, heat sensors, and smart plugs to track daily routines and detect potential health events, enabling elderly individuals to remain independent for longer. The system combines data from these technologies to identify unusual patterns, allowing for early intervention and care.
Researchers at New Jersey Institute of Technology analyzed common methods of measuring code comprehension and found that they are often flawed. They proposed a new method based on expert consensus and tested it on students, finding that it is a more reliable indicator of code understanding.
A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Radiology found that automated breast ultrasound (ABUS) had similar cancer detection rates to handheld ultrasound (HHUS) in women with dense breasts, while ABUS had a lower false-positive rate. ABUS is a viable alternative to HHUS for supplemental ultrasound screening.
SourceElsevier·JournalJournal of the American College of Radiology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 8, 2026
Researchers at UT Arlington are developing AI-powered tools to characterize biological control switches and identify new targets for eye disease. The project, funded by a $1.96 million grant, aims to improve and preserve vision.
Researchers identify argyrin B as a potent therapeutic agent against C. difficile while preserving the gut microbiome. The natural compound specifically targets and kills C. difficile while leaving beneficial microorganisms intact.
A new study finds that AI's environmental cost in healthcare is significant, but the technology can also be used for beneficial purposes. AI-powered digital clinics and improved medical services have tangible benefits for people's lives. Researchers argue that environmental impact should be integrated into AI development.
A study investigated how individual differences in anger management relate to emotion recognition and processing speed, finding distinct patterns in facial expression recognition and masked expression perception. Individual styles of anger expression were also associated with faster recognition of certain emotions.
Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel, honored for their work on photosynthetic oxygen evolution, received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. The DFG congratulates the winners, highlighting their significant contributions to scientific research.
A new 16-week clinical trial found that a low-fat vegan diet reduced liver fat by a third and improved insulin function in adults with type 2 diabetes. The study, which measured liver fat, muscle fat, visceral fat, and tissue AGE accumulation, showed that healthy eating can reverse underlying mechanisms driving the disease.
A residual-based machine learning validator enhances GNSS positioning in urban canyons and dense vegetation by reducing wrong fixes and improving correct ambiguity fixing rates. The compact MLP classifier achieves accuracy and precision above 90% in real-time use.
A research team found that a methanogen's nitrogenase enzyme forms a large inactive complex when energy or nutrients are limited, preventing nitrogen fixation. This discovery reveals a new strategy for regulating this important biochemical reaction and has huge implications for sustainable agriculture and biotechnology.
A new self-disinfecting cotton fabric has been developed to eliminate bacteria, fungi, and viruses in hospital settings. In laboratory tests, the fabric inactivated Escherichia coli within 60 minutes and Enterococcus faecalis within 20 minutes when exposed to light.
Researchers discovered a rare population of dendritic cells expressing the gene RORC in malignant ascites, a common problem across cancers, which may promote immune tolerance in cancer. This finding has potential implications for developing new therapies for patients with advanced solid tumors.
Quaise Energy has secured up to $25 million in US funding for its superhot geothermal project, aiming to harness the world's underground source of zero-carbon power. The company's Project Obsidian aims to be the world's first commercial superhot geothermal power plant, with the potential to generate over 50 megawatts of electric power ...
A recent study found that fewer than 10% of people with Lynch syndrome take aspirin to prevent colorectal cancer, despite scientific evidence supporting its benefits. The study suggests that lower doses of aspirin may be a more practical and better-tolerated option for these patients.
A new study by Anglia Ruskin University found that AI-related qualifications improve employment prospects for women from underrepresented backgrounds, but the gains are not enough to eliminate inequalities. Women from underrepresented groups are more likely to receive interview invitations when they signal AI-related digital skills.
A UK study finds that major societal events like Brexit and Covid-19 lockdowns have contributed to the country's lasting mental health decline. The research, led by University College London, found that psychological distress has been increasing in the UK since 2009, with young people and those in disadvantaged groups experiencing the ...
Researchers have discovered a method to protect human red blood cells using tardigrade proteins and trehalose, improving preservation rates and biocompatibility. The technique, simpler than current glycerol methods, restored red blood cell counts in anemic mice, showing promise for cryopreservation and blood storage.
Researchers developed a mathematical formula to predict when AI models will switch from safe to dangerous responses. The formula, based on
Researchers propose that the evolution of microbes that break down collagen may explain why some early animals were preserved as fossils, while others were not. This discovery suggests that a biological mechanism has shaped the fossil record of soft tissues across Earth's history.
A new study found that 54.9% of LGBTQ+ adults in Massachusetts experienced food insecurity in 2024, with barriers including embarrassment and stigma. Researchers suggest community-informed solutions, such as grocery gift cards and home delivery, to improve access to food assistance
Researchers developed precision phenotyping to improve risk prediction for sensorineural hearing loss, using a large genetic biobank and audiometric data. This approach offers a more nuanced snapshot of a patient's hearing loss, potentially leading to earlier detection and more effective treatment.
A new study highlights the need for ocean conservation to cover large areas to protect sperm whales from climate change. Suitable habitat is expected to shrink, but 'long-term core habitat' remains important off the Seychelles and Mauritius. Protection must cover extensive areas to allow whales to feed, breed, and migrate.
A major clinical trial found that nicotinamide riboside (NR) provided no clinical benefit in early Parkinson’s disease, with participants experiencing worsening symptoms. The treatment did not slow or accelerate changes in the brain’s dopamine system, and the overall occurrence of adverse events was similar in both groups.
A new long-acting HIV treatment combines lenacapavir and cabotegravir to expand options for people with resistance to commonly used HIV drugs. The study found all participants achieved and maintained control of the virus, paving the way for improved care before clinical trials are completed.
Researchers from Monash University have developed a new type of lithium-alloying electrode that significantly reduces the energy required to produce ammonia, overcoming a fundamental energy limitation of the technology. The breakthrough could help advance the transition to cleaner and more cost-effective production of ammonia.
The review highlights the importance of balancing mechanical support, biological activity and controlled degradation in bone regeneration. Silk fibroin-PLA composite scaffolds have shown improved cell responses, osteogenic activity, mechanical performance and tissue repair in experimental models.
A recent study from the University of Eastern Finland reveals that remote monitoring in healthcare is shaped by healthcare professionals' understanding of their current work and its challenges. Nurses' day-to-day work plays a central role in the pilot phase, with both technological development and human factors influencing the outcome.