Illinois Tech Professor of Applied Mathematics Fred Hickernell has been named a SIAM fellow for his outstanding research and contributions to high-dimensional integration and approximation. He is developing software libraries that make cutting-edge computational methods accessible to researchers.
Researchers at Rutgers University tested the efficacy of Bright IDEAS, a problem-solving skills training intervention, in reducing depression and anxiety symptoms and improving health-related quality of life among young adults with cancer. The study found significant reductions in symptoms and improvements in quality of life compared t...
Researchers have discovered a vulnerability in pancreatic cancer that could be targeted as a potential therapy. Damaged mitochondria leak double-stranded RNA within cancer cells, causing inflammation that fuels cancer growth.
A new theoretical framework shows that when interactions shift away from familiar contacts, activity can spread more widely. The study suggests that whether something spreads or stalls may hinge on a simple choice: revisit the same connections or explore new ones.
A study found that policies reducing deforestation in Brazil have failed to stop forest degradation, a slower and more dangerous form of destruction. Forests are becoming increasingly fragile due to fires, logging, and other human activities.
The University of Michigan study reveals that Napata, an ancient city in Sudan, benefited from the Nile's relatively stable flow and deposits of clay and silt. This landscape feature reduced flood risk while maintaining access to water, allowing for successful settlement and cultural development.
A team of Rice University researchers has developed a faster and more energy-efficient way to recover critical minerals from spent lithium-ion batteries. The new method uses aqueous solutions of amino chlorides, which can extract valuable metals in minutes rather than hours.
A new study reveals that the disappearance of large mammals led to significant changes in food webs across different continents. The researchers found that regions with more severe past extinctions had distinct differences in their current mammal populations, indicating a lasting impact on food webs.
Recent vaccine developments targeting H5N1 avian influenza reflect growing urgency of the threat. The Global Virus Network (GVN) supports these efforts and emphasizes the need for strengthened pandemic preparedness, including rapid production and deployment of effective vaccines.
A study in Brazil found that analyzing intracranial compliance using developed technology reduced mortality and neurological damage. The device uses a non-invasive sensor to monitor cerebral dynamics and intracranial pressure, allowing for early intervention before brain damage occurs.
Private firms with potential family successors in Sweden grew faster and invested more after the abolition of inheritance tax, which led to higher corporate taxes. The study suggests that rents from the tax abolition were shared with society through taxes and employee salaries.
Researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine and Boston University School of Public Health have developed a national Medicaid claims data platform to illuminate spending variation across states, plans, and populations. The project aims to provide actionable data for policymakers to improve care and efficiency.
A study by Brown University and Columbia University found that road infrastructure isolates communities, leading to increased schizophrenia-related hospital visits. The Community Severance Index measures physical and social disconnection using roads, traffic, and lack of pedestrian infrastructure.
Researchers tune Pt d electrons to boost LOHC dehydrogenation, achieving volcano-shaped correlation between Pt d electron density and turnover frequency. The optimized catalyst, Pt/MgO, maintains stable performance with lower coke deposition.
Rural youth experience elevated firearm exposure and mental health risks, with suicide rates surpassing urban areas. Researchers recommend holistic interventions focusing on safe storage practices and school-based education.
Researchers found strong associations between better cumulative cardiovascular health in young and mid-adulthood and lower risks of cardiovascular disease and death. Higher LE8 scores were associated with a 73% lower risk of CVD compared to those at the lowest quartile.
A five-year, T32 grant supports a multidisciplinary training program in cardiovascular epidemiology, graduating postdoctoral scholars in four tracks. The program aims to reduce global cardiovascular disease mortality by identifying risks and prevention strategies.
The new robotic system combines artificial intelligence, data-driven alignment planning, patient-specific implants, navigation, and robotic screw delivery to enhance precision and coordination. This technology streamlines operating room workflows, reducing procedure time and supporting recovery for patients undergoing spine fusions.
Researchers have captured the most detailed structural images to date of a specific type of protein's DNA repair process, revealing key steps in its repair activities. The findings provide insights for drug targets that could halt the process in cancer cells empowered by mutated BRCA genes.
The NRL Plasma Physics Division has advanced understanding of plasma, supporting technologies critical to national defense, space science, and advanced materials. Researchers have developed novel concepts for detecting and removing space debris, as well as technologies for high-energy density physics and pulsed power.
A new study suggests that language and theory of mind, two complex cognitive functions, have distinct origins in the brain in young children. Researchers found separate but related brain regions for these skills, which do not overlap or grow more distinct as the mind matures.
MIT researchers have created an 'EnergAIzer' method that generates reliable results in seconds, allowing data center operators to optimize resource allocation and reduce energy waste. The tool leverages patterns from AI workloads and software optimizations to provide fast but accurate power estimates.
Researchers developed RF-SIRF, a quantitative method to detect and map reversed DNA replication forks with single-cell resolution. The study identified unique epigenetic codes for DNA replication stress that can be further examined to understand genomic stability, aging, and treatment response.
Research explores how differences in brain development, age, and sleep affect EEG signals recorded from awake individuals. The study reveals that brain signals during wakefulness depend on prior sleep, with effects differing between children and adults.
A new study found that nearly 1,200 TBI respondents used psychedelics to treat or manage physical health conditions, with 208 participants using them to manage brain injury-related symptoms. Researchers reported a 90% self-reported symptom improvement rate.
A new study finds that specialty-specific clinical practice guidelines can significantly impact postoperative pain management and reduce long-term risk of opioid exposure. The AAO-HNSF opioid prescribing guideline was effective in reducing opioid prescribing after parotidectomy, promoting a multimodal approach to pain management.
A study by Universidad Carlos III de Madrid proposes Proportional Justified Representation (PJR), a balanced and flexible tool that ensures mathematically perfect solutions, preventing significant groups from being excluded. The method has applications in electoral voting systems, expert committee selection, and recommendation systems.
A new study found that apixaban is associated with fewer major complications and more days at home for older adults with venous thromboembolism than other blood thinners. Apixaban was also linked to a lower combined risk of recurrent blood clots or death within one year compared to warfarin.
A UB-led team has found a way to help chiral semiconductors, electronic materials whose structures are left- or right-handed like many of life's building blocks, absorb visible light. Researchers chemically combined a chiral semiconducting material with a non-chiral molecule that more readily absorbs visible light.
Alison A. Moore, MD, MPH, FACP, AGSF will begin her term as President of the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) in April 2026. She has dedicated her career to advancing health and well-being for older adults, with a focus on technology, health equity, and HIV.
The new facility enables scientists to observe and measure detonation forces in unprecedented detail, shedding light on industrial safety risks and potential breakthroughs. Researchers aim to develop safer designs and protocols by examining detonation disasters like the Buncefield Fire.
Lancaster University researchers created a new toolset to guide developers in designing digital technologies that support mindful eating. The toolset, MEDEC cards, provides practical guidelines for designers and health practitioners, aligning with evidence-based health research and ensuring safe and effective solutions.
A new framework proposes a continuum of urbanity, challenging traditional thinking about urban and rural spaces. The study explores how urban, rural, and wild features are interconnected, affecting livelihoods, ecosystems, and human well-being in the Mid-Hudson Valley region.
Researchers found a higher risk of acute lymphoblastic leukemia among children exposed to PFAS compounds at birth. The study suggests that early-life exposure may contribute to cancer risk in children and highlights the need for further research on PFAS contamination.
FINGERS-7B integrates lifestyle, clinical, genomic, and proteomic data to discover multi-omic biomarkers for preclinical Alzheimer's. The model delivers 4× more accurate preclinical diagnosis and 130% better responder stratification than prior art.
A free self-efficacy survey has been developed for informal science educators, aiming to fill the gap in evaluation systems that leave them struggling to improve. The survey assesses pedagogical success using widely used measurements and provides a way for educators to identify areas needing support.
Researchers at McGill University have developed a novel device that generates sound-like particles known as phonons at extremely cold temperatures. The technology has potential applications in high-speed communications, sensing tools, biological materials, and medical systems.
Researchers developed a new mathematical model to understand wound healing, which found that surrounding tissue forces play a crucial role in closing wounds. The model predicts that these forces cause wounds to stretch or squish as they close, aligning with the natural direction of the tissue.
The Targeting Phage Therapy 2026 Congress will bring together experts to address clinical, regulatory, industrial, and hospital infrastructure requirements for phage therapy. The congress aims to move phage therapy from promising science to accessible, validated, and deployable medicine.
Researchers have developed a scalable and sustainable method for producing graphene, a key material in electronics and technologies. The technique uses high-intensity vibrations to 'split' and 'peel off' molecular-thin layers of material, resulting in higher production rates and reduced solvent waste.
Field inundation causes widespread problems across the food system, including economic issues, biological changes, and human health impacts. Illinois scientists are working with farmers to develop a customizable toolbox of solutions suited to specific contexts.
A randomized clinical trial examined the impact of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) screening in older adults on family members. The study found that primary care screenings did not worsen quality of life, depression, or anxiety over two years.
A new hypothesis proposes that introducing Hydra-like gene expression patterns into rotifers could delay senescence and extend healthspan. The study focuses on conserved molecular pathways, including FoxO, which plays a central role in maintaining stem cell function and cellular resilience.
Researchers treated seven patients with advanced heart disease and difficult-to-treat ventricular tachycardia. The therapy resulted in a 79% reduction in VT episodes, with no serious treatment-related side effects during follow-up of up to two years. Proton beam therapy offers a new approach for patients with limited treatment options.
A new acoustic device, PAL Wideband pinger, has been found to reduce harbour porpoise bycatch in the Black Sea by approximately 74%. The device's wider frequency band (10-150 kHz) is believed to contribute to its effectiveness. Effective strategies to reduce bycatch are urgently needed for the critically endangered species.
A new study from Center for BrainHealth researchers found that declining slow-wave activity during sleep explains why anxiety rises in older adults. Participants who generated fewer slow waves woke up more anxious the next morning, while those with stronger slow-wave sleep did not show the same pattern.
A new study from VCU found that rates of transgender identity persistence and desistance can range from zero to 100% depending on data interpretation. The research challenges the narrative that most transgender youth desist from their identity, supporting gender-affirming care for minors.
A study published in Cells suggests that declining estrogen levels alter epigenetics, which may explain the rise in heart disease risk after menopause. The researchers identify a potential link between estrogen loss and changes in cardiovascular health.
A new perspective paper calls on construction organizations to adopt an error management approach that treats unintentional action errors as valuable for organizational learning and innovation. Action errors can be categorized into individual, team, and organizational levels, with distinct causes and implications. Embracing action erro...
Researchers have developed a new treatment for pregnant women with severe early preeclampsia, which removes a harmful protein from the mother's blood and lowers blood pressure. The approach was found to safely extend pregnancy by an average of 10 additional days, giving babies more time to develop before birth.
Researchers identified three main patterns of AI addiction: role-playing and fantasy worlds, emotional attachment to chatbots as close friends or partners, and constant information-seeking. These patterns led to disruptions in daily life, including anxiety, stress, and negative impacts on work, studies, and relationships.
A new study from Cornell University found that delaying the first dose of hepatitis B vaccine after birth leads to increased infections and higher healthcare costs. The longer the delay, the more severe the consequences for newborns, who are at high risk of developing chronic infections and premature death.
A new study found that Michigan Medicaid expansion helped enrollees significantly reduce their medical debt in collections by up to 75% within seven years of enrollment. Additionally, the study shows substantial drops in sub-prime credit scores, improving financial stability and long-term health outcomes.
Brief delays in hepatitis B vaccine initiation result in substantial increases in virus infections, adverse health outcomes, and healthcare expenses. Economic evaluations reveal the significant financial burden of such delays on individuals and society.
A new study published in JAMA Pediatrics suggests that excessive screen time may hinder children's language development. The research found a correlation between increased screen time and delays in vocabulary acquisition and communication skills.
Researchers investigate how environmental stressors like jet lag and high-fat diets affect Alzheimer's risk. They aim to determine if restoring metabolic rhythms can prevent the progression of the disease, taking a holistic view of health and natural rhythms.
Researchers found that a newer stool-based screening test, FIT-DNA, increased completion rates among participants from community health centers. However, follow-up colonoscopy tests remained low, highlighting the need for continued support and access to diagnostic services.
The researchers will investigate novel therapies to protect the aging brain from neurodegenerative diseases by eliminating RNA pollution. They will map out signatures of RNA pollution across over 200 cell lines and patient biofluids to understand its effects.
Targeted birth-dose vaccine recommendation may increase neonatal HBV infections unless maternal screening improves or infant vaccination coverage increases. Universal screening and vaccination remain essential safeguards against these infections.
Researchers used machine learning algorithms to analyze satellite data, combining public and private sources to predict lava flow patterns. The study's findings can aid in early warning systems for volcanic eruptions, providing critical information for safety and analysis.