Researchers designed a high-efficiency bidirectional wireless power transfer system for multiple electric vehicles, supporting both grid-to-battery and battery-to-grid operations. The system achieved high efficiency under various operating conditions, with demonstrated interoperability between different vehicle-side equipment.
Researchers propose a novel SENet-CNN-Transformer model to predict electric vehicle charging duration, outperforming existing models in accuracy and reducing training time. The approach combines data enhancement, channel attention, convolutional neural networks, Transformer modeling, and transfer learning to address real-world data sca...
Researchers developed a health-aware V2G strategy using reinforcement learning to optimize charging and discharging times, resulting in significant lifecycle cost savings ($1,539) and extended battery life (21 months). The study suggests electric bus charging stations can be promising platforms for scalable V2G services.
Researchers evaluate the effectiveness of Vision Transformers and convolutional neural networks for faster and more accurate defect detection in railway track fasteners. The study finds that transformer-based models outperform traditional CNNs, suggesting their potential value for predictive health management in rail networks.
Researchers employed PCT-assisted sample preparation with DIA mass spectrometry to compare the proteomic profiles of MGA and non-neoplastic kidney tissues. They identified 1,338 differentially expressed protein groups, including 190 downregulated and 1,148 upregulated proteins.
Researchers propose a Fourier graph neural network to estimate lithium-ion battery state of health, capturing spatial and temporal feature relationships. The model achieves significant reductions in error compared to existing methods, suggesting improved accuracy and transferability.
Battery performance is critical to electrified transportation and green energy systems. Real-world diagnostics are challenging due to complex environments and varying data quality. The review emphasizes the need for adaptive models and AI integration to improve battery status prediction.
A review article highlights a deep learning-driven CNN approach for detecting and classifying dynamic road obstacles, achieving high accuracy in obstacle identification and classification. The proposed architecture shows strong performance, but real-world deployment requires continued evaluation across larger and more varied scenarios.
A new study investigates sulfide-based and oxide-based solid electrolyte systems for next-generation lithium-ion solid-state batteries. The researchers found that the oxide-based hybrid approach offered notable advantages in performance, with improved lifespan and capacity retention compared to all-solid-state sulfide cells.
A comprehensive review reorganizes the design space for electrified propulsion systems in three-dimensional transportation, proposing six design stages to guide future research. The review addresses challenges specific to TDT propulsion design, including balancing energy efficiency, weight, reliability, and emissions.
Researchers propose an efficient feature search approach for estimating lithium-ion battery state of health, reducing reliance on manually selected aging features. The method combines Bayesian optimization and ensemble regression to improve accuracy and robustness.
A new planning framework proposes integrating bidirectional electric vehicle battery networks into sustainable communities, evaluating how EVs can support local energy systems. The framework models EVs as active participants in the neighborhood energy system, simulating grid interaction and energy exchange characteristics.
Researchers developed a rapid battery-capacity estimation method using early voltage response during the first discharge cycle. The approach extracts electrochemical signatures related to battery condition and enhances features to improve prediction accuracy, reducing testing time by over 80%.
Researchers proposed a model-based diagnostic framework for electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft battery systems, improving fault detection and isolation under demanding aviation conditions. The approach achieves high detection rates, even in concurrent-fault scenarios, making it suitable for certifying eVTOL systems.
Researchers propose a personalized longitudinal motion planning policy combining reinforcement learning and imitation learning for intelligent vehicles. The approach adapts driving style to target drivers while meeting performance requirements, promoting human-like behavior and increasing acceptance.
Researchers at The University of Osaka developed a new LED structure that generates circularly polarized light from a single chip, reducing energy-conversion loss. This advancement could support smaller and more energy-efficient optical devices for next-generation technologies.
A study from Murdoch University found that both music and traffic noise can make people's imagination more vivid. Music was particularly effective in creating positive and emotional journeys, while adding traffic noise somewhat dampened this effect.
Researchers directly imaged paired electrons causing electric current to flow without resistance at sufficiently low temperatures. The experiment revealed that the paired atoms moved in a synchronized dance, with their positions dependent on those of other pairs.
A machine learning technique identifies optimal spots for tree planting to inform climate mitigation strategies. Optimised afforestation can reduce river peaks by up to 43% while preserving groundwater by up to 60%. The study's findings highlight the importance of data-driven technologies in supporting large-scale, smarter planning.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a new method for measuring breathing movements in patients with impaired lung function using radio frequency technology. The technique involves placing small tags on the chest wall, which can detect even slight differences in breathing movements and provide a detailed pict...
Researchers at Saitama University have identified ATP-P2X7 signaling as a neural mechanism that drives powerful colonic contractions necessary for defecation. The study reveals a new pathway involving the P2X7 receptor and cholinergic neurons, providing fresh insight into gastrointestinal motility.
The Stem Cell Report podcast has marked five years of exploration in stem cell research, capturing significant progress in human development, disease, and regenerative medicine. The anniversary episode reunites past guests to discuss the field's evolution, highlighting advances in therapies, organoid systems, and global standards.
Researchers found that birds that put more energy into raising their young live shorter lives. After selective breeding, females who produced larger eggs aged faster and died about 20% younger than those that laid smaller eggs.
Research suggests that exercising at a time that matches an individual's natural chronotype (morning or evening alertness) can lower cardiovascular disease risk. The study found that chronotype-aligned exercise improved blood pressure, fasting glucose, cholesterol levels, and sleep quality more effectively than mismatched timing.
Researchers at the University of Washington developed a system that integrates tiny cameras in wireless earbuds with an AI model, allowing users to ask questions about the scene in front of them. The system achieved high accuracy rates for translation and object recognition, making it a promising technology for future applications.
A study of 1,001 people in England found that calorie labels on restaurant menus can be helpful for those with binge eating disorders, particularly those who feel a sense of control over their eating. In contrast, individuals with restrictive eating disorders viewed them negatively.
The Journal of Medical Genetics has retracted most of a 2019 guest-edited special issue due to issues with objective peer review and editorial assessment in 7 of the 8 papers. The remaining paper was found to be sound, according to an external review by a subject specialist.
A recent study found that 5 popular chatbots provided inaccurate and incomplete medical information, with half of the answers being 'somewhat' or 'highly' problematic. The researchers urge for public education and oversight to avoid amplifying misinformation.
Researchers found a significant reduction in tree-ring growth after major hurricanes, but these trees can recover quickly within two years. Coastal forests in the Northeastern US are vulnerable to sea-level rise and stand dead or dying trees, posing a threat to densely populated communities.
A team of astrophysicists has developed a detection system that uses gravitational waves to map out the locations of merging black holes. The new protocol demonstrated by NANOGrav offers a vital way to explore and understand the universe, similar to how X-rays and radio waves did in earlier eras.
Researchers have discovered that within the first few weeks of development, some embryo cells are already selected to take on particular roles in the peripheral nervous system. This finding overturns longstanding assumptions in biology and opens up new avenues for research into developmental diseases and potential therapies.
Researchers from Penn Medicine will showcase progress in CAR T cell therapies for solid tumors, as well as a multi-chain CAR T cell therapy for ovarian cancer. The presentation also highlights a new strategy targeting pancreatic cancer before it forms and at-home cervical cancer testing.
A new AI model helps measure business complexity by breaking it down into 29 categories, including debt, equity, and financial structures. The tool can identify areas of complexity that require closer analysis for investors and provide insights for standard setters and regulators to simplify reporting standards.
A new study suggests that many animal communication signals, including those from insects, birds, mammals, and fish, repeat at nearly the same tempo of 2 hertz. This common tempo may reflect a shared biological constraint, enabling brains to detect signals more easily and process communication more efficiently.
The 34th Milan No-Till Field Day will feature presentations on no-till farming strategies, agronomic practices, and cover crop management. The event also includes a trade show, guided tours of the AgResearch Center, and traditional skills sessions like blacksmithing.
A University of Calgary-led study found that multiple myeloma tumour cells adapt in multiple ways to become resistant to treatment, highlighting the need for personalized cancer therapy. The research aims to develop next-generation treatments designed to anticipate and overcome these changes.
The ISSCR has elected Malin Parmar as vice president, bringing expertise in cellular neuroscience and regenerative therapies. The newly elected Board of Directors includes experts in engineering, biology, medicine, biomedical ethics, and public policy, who will guide the Society's global mission to advance excellence in stem cell science.
Insilico Medicine has expanded its MMAI Gym platform, launching three benchmark leaderboard portals to evaluate AI systems in scientific research and drug discovery. The platforms assess broader scientific reasoning and end-to-end drug discovery tasks, enabling scalable evaluation of AI models.
A new study reveals that mice can rapidly identify odors using temporal filtering, a process that enables transmission of only the first set of signals belonging to the identified smell. This finding challenges traditional views on mammalian sensory processing and may have implications for artificial intelligence tools.
A study found that weaker, more fragmented daily rhythms were associated with smaller memory-related brain regions and faster brain atrophy. The study suggests that a weaker circadian rhythm can be an early sign of adverse neurological changes and contribute to the underlying neurodegenerative process.
Binghamton University has seen significant improvements in its graduate school rankings, with nearly three dozen programs earning national recognition. The university's Systems Science and Industrial Engineering program has been named the #31 Industrial and Systems Engineering graduate program in the US.
Researchers found two strategies used by bacteria to colonize new habitats: acquiring new traits and reducing genome size. This study sheds light on the evolutionary biology of soil microbes, revealing unexpected results about their adaptation to freshwater environments.
The University of Utah has launched a new Institute for Critical and Strategic Minerals (ICSM) to address the US's growing reliance on foreign critical minerals. The institute aims to expand sustainable, domestic sources and production of critical minerals through education, workforce development, and cutting-edge research.
The ANTENNA project's Biodiversity Forecasting Challenge uses Reservoir Computing and the BIOTIME database to predict insect species abundance. Participants compare their predictions with real outcomes and receive personalized feedback, with no prior expertise needed.
The Subaru Telescope observed comet 3I/ATLAS after its closest approach to the Sun, revealing a lower carbon dioxide to water ratio than earlier space telescope observations. This finding indicates that the comet's chemistry is evolving over time.
Researchers found that mice raised in natural environments were protected from severe allergic reactions due to a specific antibody that helps block allergic reactions. Exposure to diverse microbes and proteins early in life creates broad immune memory, allowing the immune system to respond in a balanced way.
International guidelines must be tailored to address diverse biological behaviors of breast cancer subtypes and regional healthcare infrastructure limitations. Precision medicine, supported by molecular subtyping and AI, is refining these guidelines for personalized and effective care.
Researchers found that BEX2 levels were associated with weaker stemness, reduced tumor-forming ability, lower drug resistance, and less invasive behavior. BEX2 destabilizes MCL1, dampening Hedgehog signaling, a pathway closely tied to cancer stem cell maintenance.
Researchers have uncovered a previously unknown molecular strategy for controlling fruit ripening timing. Salicylic acid stabilizes a transcription factor that represses ethylene biosynthesis genes, delaying ripening. The hormone also regulates protein stability through ubiquitination pathways.
A research team at HIRI discovered that CRISPR-Cas13 systems produce an RNA-based 'hairpin' structure to prevent the formation of waste RNAs, known as ecrRNAs. This mechanism optimizes the system's interaction and enhances its efficacy in immune defense and gene editing.
A team of researchers developed a practical method to align lobster-eye X-ray optics for space telescopes, enabling the detection of distant gamma-ray bursts with high accuracy. The approach was tested on a prototype structure and achieved precise alignment within five arcminutes.
Alexandra J. Lansky, MD, MSCAI, has been reappointed to a second five-year term as Editor-in-Chief of JSCAI, the official peer-reviewed journal of SCAI. The journal has rapidly expanded its global reach and established itself as a trusted source for original research, clinical guidance, and educational content in interventional cardiol...
Mayuko Yamashita has been awarded a six-year, $1.5 million Hideki Yukawa Chair in Theoretical Physics at Perimeter Institute, supporting her research on stable homotopy theory and its applications in quantum field theory.
Researchers have developed a groundbreaking in vitro model of fibroblasts, enabling precise analysis of their activation mechanisms, cellular identity, and functional properties. This breakthrough paves the way for screening and developing new therapies for cardiovascular diseases.
David Cullen, a distinguished R&D staff scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, has been elected a Fellow of the Microscopy Society of America. He is recognized for his research excellence and service in advancing microscopy and microanalysis.
Inhibitory neurons, once thought to suppress movement, actively generate and coordinate rhythmic limb movements required for grooming in fruit flies. This discovery challenges traditional views of neural circuitry and has potential implications for robotics and biomimetic design.
Researchers at UT Arlington are working to improve dementia care through education and support initiatives. The university has received a grant to develop best practices and new developments in care, bridging the gap between research and real-world practice.
A new study by University of Wyoming researchers links volcanic activity in the Andes to a cooling of the Earth between 5.4 and 7 million years ago. The increased nutrients from volcanic ash stimulated an increase in marine life, leading to a drawdown of atmospheric carbon dioxide.
Researchers found that stopping mass drug administration led to a nearly two-fold increase in intestinal roundworm infections among school-aged children. Community-wide treatment is needed to effectively manage and reduce these infections, highlighting the importance of understanding how disease control programmes interact.
A new study from the University of Eastern Finland and Rutgers University found that waist-to-height ratio predicted the risk of hypertension better than body mass index. Waist-to-height ratio-assessed high fat mass was associated with a 50% increased likelihood of elevated blood pressure and an 82% increased likelihood of hypertension.