Researchers introduce interferometric scattering-based optical tomoslicing, controlling scattering to shape transparent solids. They achieve precise manufacturing, cutting solids into ultrathin crystalline wafers with kerf widths as narrow as 7 nm.
A study by Hebrew University researchers found that iron and bromine may contribute to the development of feline corneal sequestra, a condition causing chronic eye discomfort. The findings suggest biochemical processes involving inflammation and oxidative stress may play a role in the disease's progression.
A study has identified AcGLK2 as the master switch for red pigment production in kiwifruit, regulating anthocyanin accumulation through a dual-action mechanism. The gene promotes anthocyanin production by activating AcMYB5 and suppressing AcTRY, fine-tuning pigment synthesis with remarkable precision.
Researchers found Asian small-clawed otters to be generally more active and visible when people were present, suggesting a possible positive effect of visitors on their welfare. However, the study's findings highlight the need for further research to better understand the complex interactions between zoo animals and humans.
Ayman Karim, UVA Chemical Engineering chair, received the 2026 ACS Catalysis Lectureship for his research on heterogeneous catalytic transformations. He and colleague Hongliang Xin captured snapshots of reaction steps to understand the mechanism, enabling better design of 'chemical matchmakers'.
A research team assembled the first haplotype-resolved genome of monk fruit, tracing its origin and genetic diversity. The study found that low genetic diversity reflects ancient climate-driven population decline rather than severe domestication.
A new 32-marker system, CacaoCipher, helps cacao collections move from uncertain labels to reliable digital identities, preserving information linked to yield-related traits. The system balances identification, ancestry screening, and agronomic information, reducing the marker count by 94% while preserving coarse genetic relationships.
Researchers found a significant association between declining air pollution and improved cognitive development in children. The study, published in Environmental Health, analyzed data from over 1,000 mother-child pairs and found a 26% increase in cognitive scores at age 3 with reduced air pollution concentrations.
A study by Flinders University researchers found a contraction in AOD VET programs and providers over the past 13 years, despite an increase in private providers. The authors express concern about unequal access to training due to financial, digital, and cultural barriers, which may limit participation for rural and remote workers.
In the Miocene era, giant crocodylians were the most significant predators in South America's habitats, feeding on a wide range of herbivores. Their presence likely influenced the size of herbivore populations, with even the largest predators, such as the 1,800-kilogram Purussaurus neivensis, playing a crucial role.
A Rutgers study reveals that high school students who engage with beauty-related content on social media use more personal care products containing hormone-disrupting chemicals. The study found a significant correlation between time spent on social media and increased product usage, with girls reporting higher median daily product use.
Research on Carabus blaptoides beetle reveals adaptive divergence within islands and regions within Honshu, Japan. The study suggests that geographic distance and environmental variation promote population differentiation in flightless animals.