A Pusan National University-led team evaluates and optimizes liquid-hydrogen tank insulation using cooling channels circulating cryogenic sacrificial fluid. Effective LH2 storage requires smarter placement of cooling, not just more material.
A NYU Tandon School of Engineering study found that 97.5% of US data centers are located within metropolitan statistical areas, with many clustered near cities due to high electricity demand and existing IT infrastructure. The concentration of data centers raises questions about the future of urban development.
Simulations have revealed the strongest accelerations ever produced on earth, opening a new dimension in QCD research. The peak proper acceleration reaches several hundred MeV at both low and high collision energies, depending only weakly on the collision's head-on nature.
Researchers found that magma plumbing systems beneath volcanoes can fluctuate between solid- and liquid-dominated states, providing new insights into volcano evolution. Ancient Carlingford Mountain fossilized remnants reveal a pulsatory fashion of development, offering a unique window into modern-day volcanic processes.
A study by Texas A&M University finds that generational shifts are reshaping the healthcare workforce, with different needs and perspectives among five distinct generations of clinicians. This is complicated by staffing shortages, burnout and changing expectations about work-life balance and mental health.
Researchers found that reconstructed coal gangue can activate powerful oxidation reactions to break down persistent organic pollutants. The material's intrinsic reactivity and surface chemistry are key factors in its ability to degrade pollutants.
A study by Dawood Darbar and colleagues found that rare genetic mutations converge with common genetic variants to disrupt the heart's electrical activity, leading to early-onset atrial fibrillation. This additive effect amplifies the risk of stroke and other cardiovascular complications.
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A new study reveals that tree felling mainly damages the crowns of remaining mature trees, while timber extraction threatens young seedlings. The research highlights practical opportunities to reduce ecological damage during logging by better planning and operator training.
Researchers found that changes to the gut microbiome in mice were linked to increased intestinal permeability and an increase in food allergy severity. The study suggests that gut health plays a crucial role in how the immune system responds to food allergies, offering new avenues for treatment.
Extracellular vesicles from liver cells can elicit a 'lipid counterstorm' that counters the effects of cytokine storms in mice. The treatment shows promise for treating inflammatory conditions such as sepsis, coagulopathy and colitis.
A Brazilian research team used synchrotron light techniques to analyze a super-deep diamond and found that goethite can withstand extreme pressures and temperatures all the way to the planet's interior. The study suggests that goethite may transport and release water into the lower mantle, reinforcing the hypothesis.
A team of researchers, including URI's Patricia Cioe, published recommendations encouraging healthcare providers to discuss nicotine e-cigarettes as a potential option for adults who smoke. The authors emphasize patient-centered discussions and suggest that completely stopping combustible cigarette smoking remains the best way to reduc...
Researchers from Pennington Biomedical Research Center propose a new framework for defining and diagnosing obesity, which considers the effects of excess adiposity on organs and tissues. This approach provides a more biologically grounded and clinically actionable method for guiding treatment decisions.
An international team of researchers from China, Australia, and New Zealand propose a collaborative approach to next-generation water quality modeling. The researchers identified four collaboration themes: emerging technologies, uncertainty quantification, tackling climate change and urbanization, and shared modeling guidelines.
A recent study found that consuming a daily blend of over 30 different plants increased populations of 'favourable' gut bacteria compared to a probiotic control. This results in improved gut health and reduced symptoms such as constipation and flatulence.
University of Rhode Island researcher William Van Nostrand will study cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA) using a $1.5 million grant, aiming to elucidate disease mechanisms and identify early-stage biomarkers for this prevalent disease in the elderly population and Alzheimer's patients.
Bacteria Pseudomonas putida adapts to high levels of fluoride by spontaneously mutating its regulatory gene PP_3125, which inhibits the activity of benzoate transporter BenE-I. This mechanism helps the bacteria tolerate higher intracellular concentrations of fluoride, enabling more efficient biosynthesis of fluorine compounds.
Researchers describe microneedles as a minimally invasive platform for precision health, offering timely progress in multifunctional systems for wearable devices and intelligent healthcare. Despite challenges to be overcome, the technologies hold promise for more precise, convenient, and individualized healthcare solutions.
The Sloan Digital Sky Survey has released its 20th data set, featuring over three million spectra of stars and galaxies, as well as 18 new value-added catalogs. This release marks a significant expansion of the survey's efforts, integrating full all-sky panoptic spectroscopy across both hemispheres.
Researchers used natural language processing models to analyze interviews of over 200 children aged 9-13, who discussed stressful events. The study found that the style of their speech was more predictive of future mental health issues than its content.
Researchers discovered that significant amounts of terrestrial carbon are stored in the seabed, with microorganisms preferring fresh marine carbon over ancient terrestrial sources. This knowledge is essential for assessing the climate impact of thawing permafrost and its effects on atmospheric greenhouse gas levels.
Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have developed a new theoretical framework that could help address the challenge of energy-efficient computing. The approach uses Optimal Control Theory to design ultrafast magnetic-field pulses that switch magnetic states using minimal energy.
A study found that reshaping the gut microbiome with antibiotics can significantly reduce liver clearance and double chemotherapy delivery to tumors. This approach has potential as a strategy to enhance nanoparticle-based cancer drugs.
Researchers develop biodegradable film using rapeseed-processing residues, combining chitosan with phenolic extracts and silver nanoparticles to protect fresh food from moisture, oxygen, and microorganisms. The film showed improved structural durability, active preservation, and rapid environmental degradation.
A new study discovered that an arginine-deficient diet stunts the production of MHC-1 protein, which alerts the immune system to dangers such as tumors or viral infections. Increasing arginine intake may improve immune function and potentially treat cancer and viral infections.
The article highlights the need for AI tools to provide interpretable and reportable results, with a focus on improving turnaround time, diagnostic consistency, and clinical decision-making. While AI is unlikely to replace pathologists, it can help convert tissue morphology into actionable evidence for better patient care
Daniel Hook steps down as Digital Science CEO after 11 years, handing over to Stephen Leicht, who aims to build on the company's success. Leicht has been part of the Digital Science story since 2013 and is focused on growth and innovation.
A noninferiority randomized clinical trial found that an alternative first-line regimen containing doravirine, lamivudine, and tenofovir disoproxil fumarate produced less weight gain than a combination of dolutegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide. The regimen was noninferior for viral suppression at 48 weeks.
Researchers found changes in tooth enamel mineralization in rats exposed to secondhand smoke, with increased carbon content and reduced phosphorus levels. This suggests a potential impact on tooth strength and hardness.
Researchers created a detailed map of breast tumour cells, identifying distinct neighbourhoods of proliferating and dormant cells. The study reveals that protective immune and connective cells surround the hibernating cancer cells, potentially shielding them from treatments.
Researchers developed Fe-doped carbon composite catalysts to regulate the thermal decomposition and combustion behavior of DAP-4. The catalysts improved decomposition and combustion reactions by accelerating hydrogen transfer and forming reactive intermediates.
US nursing homes have seen a significant increase in closures between 1985 and 2025, with changes in ownership and capacity reconfiguration being more common than permanent facility closure. The study highlights the need for policy and oversight considerations that take into account ownership transitions and capacity changes.
Researchers at Institute of Science Tokyo developed strategies to overcome xenophagocytosis, which eliminates living donor cells in interspecies organ generation. By blocking this response, they significantly improved donor cell survival and generated rat pancreas in mice.
Co-transcriptional splicing plays a critical role in regulating chromatin structure, mRNA maturation, and protein diversity. The review identifies key detection methods, regulatory mechanisms, and therapeutic applications for this process.
Researchers combined fishing regulations and trade data to explore the complex global market for shark products. Despite significant regulatory efforts, no statistically significant effect on global trade was found.
Scientists create complex solid solutions by firing five atomic elements onto a wafer from different directions, forming chemically disordered nanocrystals. The resulting epitaxial films exhibit interesting defect structures that may influence the desired properties of catalysts.
A Boston University-led study found that the solar wind strips away Mars' atmosphere by generating Kelvin-Helmholtz waves, similar to wind on Earth. The process drives atmospheric ion escape, with plasma clouds facilitating bulk escape.
Hepatic encephalopathy recurrence can be reduced through education on precipitants correction and pharmacotherapy with lactulose and rifaximin. Nutritional support with protein-rich diets improves QOL and reduces episodes.
Researchers found that no electoral system can guarantee both local votes translate directly into local seats and total seat distribution matches overall vote shares. However, they proposed an algorithm called 'geographically ranked guaranteed proportionality' which could get around the impossibility of current systems.
A likely case of soft tick-borne relapsing fever was reported in an Austin resident, who experienced recurring high fevers and symptoms before finding an infected tick. Researchers confirmed the presence of Borrelia turicatae bacteria and emphasized the need for greater awareness and surveillance of tick populations in urban areas.
Researchers developed stronger stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles to rebuild damaged microvessels and heal diabetic wounds more effectively. The treatment improved tissue remodeling, restored angiogenesis, and reduced oxidative stress in mouse and miniature pig models.
Chinese scientists have observed hafnium-153, an extremely rare isotope, using the High Intensity heavy-ion Accelerator Facility (HIAF). The discovery provides critical experimental information for testing nuclear models and advancing our understanding of nuclear structure.
Researchers found that larger departing bubbles can improve hydrogen evolution reaction efficiency by up to 30% through coalescence, a self-driven cleaning and mixing process. This design principle has broader applications in industrial electrolysis, where surface bubble removal and interfacial transport remain major limits.
The study advances solar desalination by removing over 99.99% of oil from seawater while maintaining stable performance and efficient freshwater production. The multifunctional membrane combines oil removal with solar-powered desalination, demonstrating a promising strategy for treating real-world oily seawater.
Current Science, Engineering and Technology is an international, peer-reviewed journal publishing original research across major disciplines of science, engineering, technology, and medicine. The journal fosters cross-disciplinary advancements through rigorous peer-review and open access policy.
Researchers discover soy-derived LPC70 promotes organ-specific, receptor-dependent PG signaling to counteract HS-induced cardiovascular and cognitive abnormalities. LPC70 enhances AA utilization, promoting AA-derived PG production under HSD conditions.
Researchers found that an electrostatic field slows pork glycolysis during near-freezing storage by preserving glycogen and adenosine triphosphate (ATP), limiting lactate accumulation, and altering muscle protein structure. This approach could offer a new route to maintaining fresh pork quality.
A new study reveals that ketamine enhances neuroplasticity in female mice by activating the FKBP51 protein, but has no effect on male mice. This finding could lead to better treatments for depression and highlight the importance of sex differences in drug effects.
Researchers have found that the alpine plant Rheum nobile has four distinct species, each with unique characteristics. The study suggests that geographic isolation and genetic drift led to the formation of these four lineages, with historical gene flow influencing their evolutionary paths.
Researchers discovered a genetic switch in tiger lilies that allows them to survive extreme cold by rewiring pigment production. The discovery opens possibilities for breeding more resilient ornamental and food crops.
A recent study reveals that the Pimentel Barbosa Indigenous Territory, home to the Xavante ethnic group, has maintained its environmental configuration amidst agricultural expansion and deforestation. The area, dominated by Cerrado vegetation, has been preserved despite surrounding areas being converted to soybean farming and livestock...
A nonrandomized trial found that aggregate neighborhood environmental interventions, including abandoned house remediation, significantly reduced fatal opioid overdoses. Community trash pickup and vacant lot cleanup were not associated with significant reductions or increases in opioid overdose rates.
The EU project B-Cubed developed automated data pipelines to standardize biodiversity data, creating 'species occurrence cubes' that support consistent indicator reporting. These data cubes enable the derivation of meaningful measures of biodiversity status and trends, allowing for timely responses to dynamic threats.
Researchers at Kennesaw State University are using interactive visualizations to improve students' understanding of complex semiconductor concepts, bridging the gap between abstract theory and real-world behavior.
Recent studies explore the impact of digital technologies on health outcomes, highlighting innovations in maternal care and wildfire preparedness. Digital tools are being used to improve access to healthcare, particularly in rural areas, and mitigate adverse effects of wildfires on air quality.
The new position statement offers practical recommendations for the assessment, diagnosis, and management of PLO. It recommends individualized management, including pharmacological treatment where appropriate.
Researchers found that higher concentrations of a fungicide residue were associated with an earlier onset of the first period, while the presence of another compound derived from the insecticide chlorpyrifos was linked to a delayed onset. This study underscores the importance of endocrine disruptors in children's health and the need fo...
A team of scientists has identified a multi-step process where neutrophils are guided to specific tissue sites to confront infecting microbes or viruses. The study found that a signaling complex formed by TRPV2 and CB2R directs migration selectively toward sites of infection.
This collection features articles on Additive Manufacturing published in Smart Materials in Manufacturing. Key findings include biodegradability, biocompatibility, antibacterial properties, fatigue resistance, radiation shielding, and mechanical properties of various additively manufactured materials.