Researchers from Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, have discovered that high pressure can transform single-layer nickelate La2NiO4 into a metal without destroying its magnetic order. Strontium doping also alters the material's magnetic moments, leading to ferromagnetism at high doping levels.
Researchers found sex-specific differences in fetal brain gene expression linked to advanced paternal age, shedding light on autism's biological mechanisms. Female embryos conceived by aged fathers showed distinct gene expression profiles and increased gene expression levels.
A study by UC San Diego researchers found that macaques exposed to a deadly disease outbreak became more wary of contaminated food, suggesting that pathogen-avoidance behavior can be shaped by experience. The findings provide new insight into the behavioral immune system and its evolutionary roots.
Researchers investigated the association between Alzheimer-related changes and disease progression in ALS, finding that coexisting changes may affect prognosis. The study suggests that biomarkers like amyloid beta and NfL could improve diagnosis and prognosis, and may contribute to better patient stratification and more efficient clini...
A recent study published in Ornithology found that marbled murrelet chicks are more vulnerable to predation when ocean conditions are poor, taking an average of 25% longer to fledge. The research also highlighted the importance of prey species availability in determining murrelet reproductive output.
A UCLA-led study found that misunderstanding an opponent's intentions can fuel conflict, but sharing a visual boundary can help stop it. Researchers created a two-person territorial-conflict computer game to explore this phenomenon.
The Roman skeleton found in Westminster Abbey's sarcophagus may belong to high-ranking medieval monk Aelfwig or his successor Wulnoth, according to new analysis. The bones were dated to between 987 and 1052 AD, and the skeleton was found to be around 5ft 9ins in height.
A new study reveals that barn owls were once the center of diversity in the Caribbean, with fossil evidence of giant owl species found in Cuba and the Bahamas. The owls' origin is now believed to be in the Caribbean, rather than the Americas via a land bridge, and they likely reached the islands by flying over the Atlantic from Eurasia.
A large international study found that diverse and sustained social activities may boost cognitive performance and slow the decline in brain health associated with ageing. Engaging in at least 3 social activities, including volunteering and sports club membership, was particularly effective in keeping minds sharp.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalJournal of Epidemiology and Community Health·TypeObservational study·DateOct 20, 2026
US vaping rates have increased substantially between 2013-14 and 2023, with daily vaping rising by 230% and vaping among under 21s quadrupling. The increase in vaping frequency among adults has contributed to the overall rise in vaping rates, with vaping days among those under the minimum legal age of 21 more than quadrupling over the ...
A national study found that young adults were more likely to use high-nicotine e-cigarettes and experience increased nicotine dependence. By 2022, nearly half of young adults who vaped daily used e-cigarettes containing at least 4% nicotine.
A new subtype of depression called 'circadian depression' has been identified, affecting around a quarter of people with severe depression. This subtype is linked to the body's internal clock and is more responsive to behavioural and medical therapies targeting the body clock's unique brain circuits.
High-nicotine vaping surged 80% among US 18-24 year olds from 2017 to 2022, associated with increased nicotine dependence and daily vaping. The proportion of young adults vaping daily doubled, from 26% to 55.5%, and high-nicotine e-cigarettes' popularity rose among this age group.
A new report provides practical support for restoration practitioners to respect the needs and rights of Indigenous Peoples and local communities. The guide complements existing ecological dimensions of restoration, highlighting five foundations and 13 mechanisms to ensure projects prioritize local knowledge and wellbeing.
KAIST researchers developed a wearable eyedrop patch that delivers eyedrops to the eye without relying on gravity, for use in space. The patch uses pressure generated inside it to deliver the eyedrop, and has been confirmed to release eyedrops consistently even in different gravity directions.
Researchers at Stanford University have successfully transmitted data using thermal noise, a ubiquitous background static, without an active signal. The system works by manipulating tiny oscillations in voltage to create distinctive noise patterns that can be distinguished as zeros and ones, enabling efficient low-power data transmission.
SwRI's automated survey uses machine vision software to identify unrestrained dogs in San Antonio, helping the city better characterize their population. The project aims to promote responsible pet care and strengthen community connection.
Duke University has launched a national hub to advance trustworthy AI for aging and dementia care, receiving $25 million in funding. The initiative aims to move promising AI from research prototypes into real-world solutions for older adults and people living with dementia.
Researchers found a nonlinear relationship between genetic risk factors and recovery capital, with higher recovery capital increasing remission probability. The study integrated genetic data with psychosocial recovery resources to assess patients' prognosis and planning.
A Brazilian biobank is being developed to create risk assessment tools tailored to the Brazilian population's diversity, using genetic, epidemiological, and lifestyle data. The biobank aims to identify individuals at higher risk of developing certain types of cancer and offer personalized prevention and screening strategies.
Aharon Ben-Tal, a Technion professor, received the 2026 John von Neumann Theory Prize for his groundbreaking research on robust optimization, a framework for making sound decisions under uncertainty. His work has had a lasting impact on the field of operations research and analytics.
James J. Cochran and Enver Yücesan have been awarded the 2026 George E. Kimball Medal for their dedicated service to INFORMS and the operations research profession. The medal recognizes their transformative contributions to expanding access to operations research in developing nations and underserved regions.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a new method called CARL, which provides stability guarantees for robots using reinforcement learning. The method improves tracking performance by up to 15% and can be applied to various scenarios, including wildfire management.
The Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (INFORMS) has elected a new Board of Directors for 2026, including Sheldon H. Jacobson as President-Elect. The new members will take office on January 1, 2027, and join the returning Board members. This election marks a significant milestone for the organization, with ne...
Researchers Vera Traub and Jens Vygen have been recognized for their influential book on the Traveling Salesman Problem, a complex optimization challenge. The book offers a unified approach to multiple variations of the problem, creating a valuable resource for academics, educators, and students.
Ruth J. Williams has enriched the OR/MS community through her research, distinguished professional service, and career-long commitment to mentoring future generations of scholars. Her contributions have extended the reach and impact of operations research into various fields, including telecommunications, manufacturing, and biology.
The Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences has named 12 distinguished leaders as the 2026 class of INFORMS Fellows. These individuals have made pioneering contributions across academia and industry, advancing artificial intelligence, optimization, and decision science. They have tackled consequential problems in ...
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has awarded Lakeisha Keller-Davis, RN, MSN, CMSRN, and Ellen C. Mullen, Ph.D., APRN-BC, with the 2026 Brown Foundation Award for Excellence in Oncology Nursing. The awards recognize exceptional patient care, clinical practice, leadership, and commitment to improving patient outcomes.
CURE SYNGAP1 launches a comprehensive Economic and Humanistic Burden Study on SYNGAP1-Related Disorders, examining the broader impact on patients, caregivers, and families. The study aims to provide data to support future discussions on therapy development and access, and to demonstrate the full burden of the condition.
A new study suggests that new platform features may not always be as helpful as intended for competitive gig workers, and could even hurt hiring chances. Employers were less likely to hire workers who used a new, untested signal, and those who did receive lower ratings and longer completion times.
A new study found that oxaloacetate, a molecule that helps cells produce energy, may improve cognitive function and reduce fatigue in breast cancer survivors with 'chemo brain' or brain fog. The study showed significant improvements in memory, concentration, and physical functioning after 8 weeks of treatment.
Researchers at Binghamton University have demonstrated that hidden trigger words inserted into LLMs can cause robots to go off-script and perform dangerous actions. To combat this, they developed a defense mechanism called PROTEA, which evaluates task plans for signs of an attack and prevents harmful actions from taking place.
Researchers will enroll 1,500 children, ages 0-24 months, and study biological and environmental factors linked to recovery, severe illness, and long-term lung health. The goal is to identify patterns that explain why children follow different paths after an early viral infection.
A new report by ICER and West Health reveals that median launch prices of newly launched drugs continue to exceed $250,000, contributing to increased healthcare costs. The report highlights the struggle of millions of Americans accessing prescription medications, with Medicare recipients facing higher rates of coverage rejections.
The Frontiers Symposium on AI, Access, and Action will bring together national leaders to discuss using AI to revolutionize cancer prevention and care delivery. The event will also focus on addressing distance as a barrier in care delivery to rural communities.
A new role for the CCR4-NOT complex has been discovered as a suppressor of jumping gene activity, which can lead to neurodevelopmental disorders, autoimmune disease, and cancer. The complex regulates the KZNF family of genes, a known repressor of jumping gene activity, to maintain genome stability.
The NFL has committed $500,000 to Champion Insights, a nationwide study investigating why elite athletes, military veterans, and first responders are at higher risk of developing ALS. The study aims to uncover genetic and biological factors that may lead to new treatments and strategies to prevent the disease.
Climate change is already affecting California's economy, with rising costs in health and labor, and disruptions in one sector raising costs in others. The report highlights the most vulnerable populations, including low-income households, outdoor workers, and rural communities, who face disproportionate economic burdens.
Researchers explore the potential benefits of AI-guided weed management, including reduced herbicide use and improved crop safety. However, challenges such as high costs and potential challenges with herbicide-resistant weeds must be addressed.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is presenting Phase 3 data for lung cancer and multiple other cancer types, including prostate, breast, and kidney cancer, at the 2026 ESMO Congress. The institution is also showcasing its expertise in personalized cancer vaccines, including mRNA vaccines.
A UTHealth Houston-led team has identified a region of chromosome 3q that contains the gene encoding Phospholipase D1, which lung cancer cells produce unusually high levels of and send out cancer-promoting materials through the Golgi apparatus, allowing tumors to grow and survive.
UNLV physicists have discovered that water can change its atomic structure under extreme pressure, altering its appearance and properties. The study, published in Communications Chemistry, shows that water becomes a lower-symmetry version of itself under pressure, leading to complex behavior that challenges previous expectations.
Jeffrey T. Mueller, M.D., FASA, has been named the new president of the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA). Mueller, an assistant professor of anesthesiology at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, will serve for one year and is committed to advancing the Society's mission, including securing anesthesiology's econo...
A new Ohio State University clinical trial investigates whether probiotics can help patients with ovarian cancer better tolerate chemotherapy. The study aims to reduce treatment side effects and improve quality of life. Researchers will examine changes in the gut microbiome and its link to treatment response.
The DFG Senate Commission has reassessed the risk of airborne manganese and established new exposure limits, while also updating biological limit values for six substances. The Commission's recommendations will inform Germany's Hazardous Substances Ordinance and improve occupational health and safety.
Researchers are developing software tools to explore the potential of partially fault-tolerant quantum computing, which can improve simulation accuracy and reduce hardware needs. The goal is to determine whether these machines can perform scientifically useful computations at a practical cost.
Researchers have developed an optogenetic switch to control G protein signaling in excitable cells, providing a potential therapeutic tool to restore cellular excitability and alleviate symptoms of mood disorders and epilepsy. The system uses light-activated GPCRs to activate GIRK channels, suppressing cellular activity and offering ne...
A recent study suggests that brain blood vessels shape fine motor control in the cerebellum, a crucial structure for motor movements. Researchers found that a specific enzyme, PRMT5, in blood vessel cells regulates neural circuits in the cerebellum, which can impact motor coordination.
Dr. Jacobs will serve as first vice president and advocate for patient safety, anesthesiologist-led healthcare, fair payment, innovative education and research. He will also serve as a member of ASA's Executive Committee and chair of ASA's Division of Administrative Affairs.
A large clinical trial found that children whose mothers took a prenatal choline supplement had improved cognitive performance and social behavior. The supplement was shown to increase children's IQ by about eight points and reduce social withdrawal problems.
Researchers discovered that summer temperatures at Camp Century were 4.7°C warmer than today during an ice-free period approximately 416,000 years ago. This significant retreat of the Greenland Ice Sheet suggests that the duration of warming may be as important as the magnitude of temperature rise.
A study from Tufts University found that coffee consumption has remained stable, but added calories from non-dairy creamer and other additives have increased. Non-dairy creamer now contributes more calories than sugar or dairy milk to coffee consumption.
A study found that over half of highly frail breast cancer survivors over 66 years old had no Medicare home health care in a given year. Despite being eligible, these survivors often lack the necessary care due to limited coverage, leaving them vulnerable to health complications.
A University of Mississippi study challenges the conventional wisdom on false-confession risk measurement in criminal justice, suggesting that the length of police interrogation is a significant factor in determining the likelihood of a false confession. The researchers found that the risk of false confession wrongful conviction can re...
A new study suggests that building wildfire-resistant homes may cost as little as 0.6 to 10.8 percent more than traditional construction, with most costs coming from foundation, framing, and insulation. Effective wildfire-resistant features, such as improved roofs and siding, add relatively modest costs compared to specialized deck con...
A novel blood test detects lingering lung cancer traces in the bloodstream, predicting relapse risk and guiding timely personalized treatment. The test, known as liquid biopsy, tracks circulating tumor DNA and identifies patients at high risk of recurrence.
A new manufacturing method enables the creation of flexible devices that can crawl, move, and shield electromagnetic interference. The technique uses laser-induced selective metallization and magnetic liquid metal to form precise metallic patterns on complex 3D-printed polymer surfaces.
The Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF) has attracted nearly 80 research groups and 900 active researchers since its opening in 2007. A new journal publication provides an overview of the facility's ongoing research, experiments, and future potential, including the establishment of an underground Quantum User Facility.
Researchers Cing-Dao Kan and Dhafer Marzougui are conducting crash tests to evaluate the performance of safety hardware devices in national parks. The project, funded by the Federal Highway Administration, aims to determine if the railings meet safety performance criteria and improve safety in these areas.
Gene therapies can already change clinical care, but their use in common conditions raises concerns about permanent harm and competition with existing treatments. Cardiologists propose strategies for determining when genomic therapy is justified, including considering the benefits, risks, and long-term safety monitoring.