Science News Archive 2026
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Study: 11 million American children’s well being threatened by criminally charged family members
Yao to receive NSF CAREER Award
Aston University and STFC Hartree Center announce strategic partnership to advance neuromorphic computing in the UK
Tiny worms, with help from Brown University researchers, may hold key to treating rare childhood disease
BGI Genomics joins HGP2 rare disease alliance to close rare disease care gap in Asia-Pacific
Global experts establish new name for PCOS to reflect multisystem disease
UT Arlington study links estrogen loss to heart risk
From water and air to h2O2: How molecular design unlocks efficient photocatalysis
Chang studying predictive resilient chain intelligence
First-in-human trial demonstrates promise of implantable cytokine factories for ovarian cancer
UC Irvine team identifies where renewable hydrogen delivers the greatest social benefit
Powerful shrinking technique could enable devices that compute with light
Wei developing website for Veterans Foundation
Psychological factors sustaining gastric cancer screening during the COVID-19 pandemic
No-till, new rules: Soil microbes thrive in conservation farming
Circadian rhythms in cardiovascular disease: a new perspective on inter-organ crosstalk
UMCG studies show: Centuries-old medicine benefits heart failure patients
Toward smart light sources
Cracks in the root: How wheat absorbs clay minerals
Atoms vibrate on circular paths – with an unexpected twist
Plants adapt their roots to climate stress
Comprehensive scoping review brings together international examples of participatory practices that support collaborative landscape planning and governance
Hypertension associated with the risk of extrahepatic cancers in the metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease population
For most US drivers, EVs offer emissions benefits and cost savings
Scientists discover surprising new way to control light
Customizable sub-nanometer vertical-step grayscale lithography
‘News will find me’ mindset makes people trust algorithms and online networks
Invasion, restoration, and the surprising season for soil life
Beyond human error or organizational culture: Systemic skill management in organizations and the Fukuchiyama-line derailment accident
Researchers uncover role of RBPMS in AML and propose therapy
The timing of trauma leaves a lasting mark on the brain and behavior
Color differences in aspirated fluids as a simple diagnostic indicator of PEG tube-related gastric outlet obstruction
Machines with the ability to ‘feel’ currently in development as we enter next frontier of AI
3D microscopy: Laser rotates samples contact-free
Breaking the scale barrier: New toolkit enables mass-production of high-entropy cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries
Researchers have developed a microfluidic spray drying technology to rapidly synthesize high-phase-purity HE-NVPF cathode materials, outperforming traditional batch methods. The new method enables scalable energy storage solutions with ultra-fast charging speeds and high energy density.
Firearm storage in households with children
A survey study found that over 1 in 5 adult firearm owners living with children under 18 years store at least one loaded gun in an unlocked location, posing a significant risk to child safety. More effective strategies are needed to motivate parents to secure their firearms and prevent accidents.
Millions left behind as digital inclusion funding fails to reach those who need it most
A new study from the University of Surrey highlights the failure of major actors to work together as a major barrier to digital inclusion. Despite improvement in access to mobile networks and digital skills, whole communities remain excluded from education, finance, and basic services due to fragmentation of effort.
Single radioactive cloud caused Fukushima particle contamination
A new study reveals that a single gust of wind transported cesium-rich microparticles (CsMPs) across Fukushima Prefecture, contaminating the area with high levels of radioactivity. The particles' uneven distribution reflects weather conditions and pose an additional environmental and health risk.
Shedding light on receptor selectivity: “one of the most comprehensive projects in my entire scientific career”
The study identified amino acids crucial for ligand selectivity in two groups of receptors, β-adrenergic and D1-like dopamine receptors. By modifying these amino acids, the researchers made each receptor prefer its native ligand. The findings suggest that regions outside of the primary binding site also play a role in selectivity.
From interface retreat to interface anchoring: A paradigm shift in solar thermal energy storage
Stage IV breast cancer incidence and survival, 2010-2021
The study found that stage IV breast cancer incidence increased across ages and sexes, while overall survival improved despite the increase. Researchers highlight the need for further investigation into factors contributing to the rise in incidence, including potential changes in breast cancer screening and other conditions.
Ivermectin prescriptions more than doubled after a celebrity endorsed it as a cancer treatment on a high-profile podcast
Prescriptions for ivermectin and benzimidazole increased significantly following a high-profile podcast endorsement, with the highest rates among men, White patients, and those in the US South. The study raises concerns about celebrity endorsements influencing people to turn to unproven treatments.
Orbital effect induced finite-momentum pairing and Josephson vortex lattice melting in layered Ising superconductors
A recent study reveals how orbital effects shape the high-field phase diagram of Ising superconductors, providing a theoretical basis for understanding vortex phase transitions at high magnetic fields. The research also demonstrates that finite-momentum pairing configurations can form under in-plane magnetic fields, leading to a new ty...
Penn research into Friedreich’s ataxia reveals how DNA folding can silence a key gene
A study by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine has uncovered a fundamental rule governing gene arrangement inside the cell nucleus. By adjusting the balance between gene activity and DNA folding, they can partially restore expression of a key gene involved in Friedreich's ataxia, a neurodegenerative disorder.
Sustainable hydrogen production with self-activating catalysts
Simple home test predicts mobility decline in older adults
A study published in JMIR Aging predicts early mobility decline in healthy adults aged 45 using a set of home-based measurements and AI. The researchers identified six essential factors, including age, muscle power, and diet, that accurately predict future mobility struggles.
Better decision-making, better stress management: Study explains link between resilience and decision-making behavior
A new study finds that individuals with higher resilience tend to place greater weight on positive aspects in cost-benefit decisions, a process mediated by brain activity. This regulated handling of negative information is linked to increased acceptance and improved psychological resilience.
Ivermectin-benzimidazole prescribing following celebrity endorsement
A recent study found that ivermectin-benzimidazole prescribing increased rapidly following a celebrity endorsement in January 2025. This trend was particularly concerning among patients with cancer who may delay conventional treatments for unproven therapies, potentially worsening their disease progression.
Bird collisions with wind turbines can be reduced with warning colors
Researchers have developed a new approach to reducing bird collisions with wind turbines by using warning signals found in nature, such as yellow, red, and black colors. The study found that these colors combined with rotating motion were more frightening to birds than existing patterns used on wind turbines.
Climate change: How oxygen deficiency changes metabolic processes in the ocean
A new study reveals how sulfur compounds are metabolized under oxygen-deficient conditions, with microorganisms like Flavobacteria playing a key role. Taurine, an organic sulfur compound found in red meat and energy drinks, is assimilated only in low-oxygen waters.
Scientists uncover how mid-latitude westerlies contribute moisture to Asian water towers
Researchers identify a 'vertical conveyor' mechanism that transports moisture from the mid-latitudes to the Asian Water Towers through a process of nocturnal decoupling. This process integrates up to 30% of westerlies-advected moisture into the local cycle without precipitation, sustaining near-surface moisture accumulation.
Why do brown bats stop feeding during fireworks? #ASA190
Researchers studied the impact of Capitola, California's annual firework show on local brown bat populations, finding that the noise and lights disrupted their feeding patterns. The study revealed a measurable effect on bats' ability to hunt and catch prey during the display.