Researchers at UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have been awarded a $3.2 million NIH grant to develop advanced imaging and surgical strategies for improving glioblastoma outcomes. The team aims to use pH-based imaging to guide precise tumor removal and explore targeted therapies that target the tumor's acid-regulating systems.
A new study reveals that despite a decline in national lead levels, children of color and from low-wealth families continue to face higher exposure risks due to increased lead in old homes and cultural products. The authors call for policy solutions to eliminate all sources of lead and provide targeted interventions to reduce disparities.
Researchers are developing novel yeast strains and fermentation methods to reduce alcohol in wines while maintaining flavor. The goal is to achieve meaningful reductions in alcohol content, which can impact balance, consumer appeal, and tax classifications.
A new University of Michigan study found that nursing job turnover increased significantly since the pandemic, with over 24% of registered nurses leaving their primary positions. The main reasons for this increase were stressful work environments, burnout, and inadequate staffing, which affected all care settings.
Researchers developed a liquid material that charges like a battery, transforms like a living organism, and resets itself in open air. The material stores power for months and can be recharged, making it useful for adaptive clean renewable systems.
Two new UH CPRIT grants will accelerate lung cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Researchers aim to develop new mRNA-based immunotherapies and a next-generation blood test for precise lung cancer detection.
Researchers identify hormone-driven molecular cascade enhancing K⁺ uptake in cotton under low-K⁺ conditions, revealing synergy between jasmonic acid and ethylene pathways. Foliar application of MeJA or ACC improves leaf K⁺ concentration and photosynthetic performance, increasing seed cotton yield by 11.6%.
The American College of Cardiology has selected 47 clinicians to participate in its inaugural Fuster Prevention Forum, which focuses on early cardiovascular disease prevention. Participants will gain skills to enact change and foster a culture of prevention in their communities.
Researchers found that fructose communicates with the brain through a different gut-brain pathway, leading to less effective hunger suppression compared to glucose. This study challenges the idea that hunger-related neurons track calorie intake regardless of nutrient source.
A new national analysis found that mesothelioma deaths and diagnoses continue to rise in the US, with little improvement in survival rates. The disease disproportionately affects women and several high-risk states tied to shipbuilding, mining, and legacy asbestos exposure.
The Applied Microbiology International (AMI) 2026 Member Survey reveals a highly engaged membership community with strong satisfaction rates. Members highlight the need for clearer pathways for involvement, mentorship, and professional development to strengthen long-term engagement and retention.
A major study found that patients who measured and recorded their blood pressure at home had a significantly lower risk of hospitalization and death from cardiovascular diseases. The use of digital telemonitoring systems can help improve health outcomes, save lives, and ease pressure on the NHS.
The study demonstrates how environmentally responsible strategies can be integrated into chemistry classes while maintaining academic rigor. Students at Georgia State University conducted a redesigned experiment as part of their coursework, experiencing green chemistry concepts directly in the lab.
A Yale-led study analyzes genetic variation in Oceania populations, uncovering insights into human evolutionary history and adaptation. The research found that ancient DNA from Denisovans continues to shape human biology today, influencing gene expression and immune function.
Research reveals that leaving deadwood in forests and creating artificial gaps can increase the diversity of bats and birds, with some species responding strongly to these changes. The study found that forest interventions can promote biodiversity even in previously monotonous ecosystems.
The Gerontological Society of America has renewed funding for the Journalists in Aging Fellows Program, which has produced over 900 news stories since its inception in 2010. The program aims to educate journalists about aging issues and disseminate information on scientific findings, policy debates, and innovations.
A new study finds that approximately 15% of current global warming is attributed to 'indirect greenhouse gases,' including carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides. The authors call for integrating these gases into climate policy frameworks, emphasizing their significant impact on warming.
Physicists at UC Berkeley introduce phase contrast to electron microscopy, enabling clearer images of small molecules and structures inside cells. The laser phase plate enhances cryoelectron microscopy, overcoming signal-to-noise limitations and paving the way for new drug discovery.
The Science journal has issued an Editorial Expression of Concern regarding a 2024 Research Article on using dialogues with AI to reduce conspiracy beliefs. The authors reported inconsistencies in their analysis pipeline and dataset, which affected the reproducibility of their results.
Researchers have developed a digital brain twin using multimodal data, providing anatomically accurate brain models that can be used in experimental and clinical settings. The models were reconstructed simultaneously with brain anatomy and dynamics from neural data.
Researchers have identified a new mechanism behind the Venus flytrap's snap action: a one-second softening of its outer epidermal cell walls. This dynamic tuning of material properties could inspire bio-inspired movement in soft robotics and smart materials.
A new study found that socioeconomic factors, including increased stress and reduced sleep, are strongly associated with changes in brain structure and function in children. The research suggests that early support for families is needed to address these effects.
A proposed fairness framework aims to address bias and inconsistency in faculty promotion and tenure decisions, ensuring meritorious candidates are recognized regardless of background. The framework, called SET, identifies targeted changes to existing processes to reduce bias and increase equity.
Researchers found that socioeconomic factors, such as family income and neighborhood resources, have a strong connection to brain development in children. These factors are more strongly linked to brain function than IQ scores or parenting style, and can even affect the structure of the brain through disrupted sleep and chronic stress.
Researchers find that low-severity fires, such as prescribed burns, can significantly reduce the probability of very high severity wildfires for a decade. This reduction in smoke particulate pollution leads to cumulative benefits of up to 10% over a decade.
A Stanford-led study suggests that burning 500,000 acres of California conifer forests each year with prescribed fire could cut deadly pollution from wildfire smoke by roughly 10% over a decade. The risk of very severe fires immediately drops 92% in areas burned in low-severity fires, with risks remaining lower for up to a decade and e...
Researchers at Biohub and UC Berkeley have developed a laser phase plate that dramatically improves contrast in cryo-electron microscopy images, allowing scientists to see small molecules and interactions within human cells. The device uses a laser 100 million times brighter than the Sun and is expected to revolutionize structural cell...
Researchers created the first global maps of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi's distribution and mass, estimating ~110 quadrillion kilometers of network length and ~300 megatons of carbon. The networks support plant life and regulate climate by drawing in CO2 from atmosphere.
Researchers at Kyoto University developed a new organic molecule with an ultranarrow emission spectrum, achieving monochromatic light without strong excitation. The breakthrough opens up possibilities for OLEDs with extremely high color purity and advanced functionality.
VeriXiv's trust marker badges showcase rigorous verification checks, setting new standards for preprint integrity. The badges provide clear confirmation of the extensive checks each preprint undergoes before being made available on the site.
Eighty medical students from across the US and Puerto Rico are selected for a six-week summer experience to introduce them to clinical research early in their careers. The program aims to develop the next generation of clinical investigators equipped to engage communities and improve participation in clinical trials.
A team of researchers has discovered large droplets of proteins known as condensates near inactive chromosome regions within the cell nucleus that are a feature of some cancer cells. The newly found condensates store excess gene-activating protein TEAD1, regulating its activity and preventing toxicity to the cell.
The collaboration aims to expand research and clinical program development in spinal cord stimulation, pairing it with intensive activity-based training to improve movement, mobility, and other functions. This effort will help move evidence-based practices into broader clinical use, benefiting people living with a spinal cord injury.
Researchers identified age-related genetic changes in microglia that may drive inflammation and neurodegeneration in Alzheimer's disease. Cancer-associated mutations were found in genes commonly linked to clonal hematopoiesis, promoting inflammatory activity.
Baylor College of Medicine researcher Dr. Jimmy Holder and his team will join the ARIA IMPACT Network to accelerate clinical trial readiness and implementation for promising therapies on autism. The collaboration aims to better understand how autism develops and changes over time in children with profound autism.
This Brazilian adult study explores the association between mental health, dermatology-related quality of life, and probiotic intake. Women were found to have higher anxiety, depression, and stress levels than men, with strong positive correlations among these conditions.
Researchers found that certain unicellular organisms can stick together when fed specific bacteria, revealing a possible mode of early animal evolution. This discovery sheds light on how cells began to cooperate and reproduce as multicellular organisms billions of years ago.
Gravastars may form when a star collapses under its own mass, triggering the creation of a mini universe with dark energy. This equilibrium stabilizes the object, preventing it from becoming a black hole.
A study led by UC Riverside highlights the importance of rigorous participant verification procedures in online health research to maintain data quality. Researchers found that combining automated screening, human review, and participant verification can substantially improve confidence in online research findings.
A study predicts climate change will trap air pollutants over coastal areas, increasing health risks for millions in Barcelona. Ozone concentrations are projected to rise substantially along the coastline by 2100.
A new model proposes a comprehensive framework for understanding altitude-related illnesses as interconnected manifestations of a common underlying process. The Hypoxia Stress-induced Multi-organ Injury (HSMI) framework emphasizes the widespread biological responses triggered by oxygen deprivation, affecting organs over time.
Dr. Milad Alucozai joins C-Path's Board of Directors with extensive experience in U.S. biotechnology and startup community, including founding and investing in companies like Pamir Ventures and Revalia Bio. His appointment reflects the organization's commitment to integrating emerging biotechnology into its global mission.
The poll found that trust in CDC health recommendations declined from 77% in spring 2025 to 50% in the last year, with deep partisan divides and demographic groups affected. Trust in state and local public health agencies also fell, but not as dramatically, with state and local health departments being more trusted than federal agencies.
A new AI algorithm has been developed to screen for underlying heart failure in GP clinics or at home, aiming to reduce waiting times and save NHS costs. The test uses a routine Electrocardiogram recording to detect changes in the heart's structure and pumping functions.
A study at the Federal University of São Paulo found that only a fraction of copper and magnesium from Brazil nuts and cashews is absorbed by the human body. The researchers used an in vitro gastrointestinal digestion assay to assess bioavailability, which differed from bioaccessibility.
The FDA has accepted Genentech's supplemental Biologic License Application for atezolizumab, supported by phase III ATOMIC trial results. The trial showed a 50% reduction in cancer recurrence or death and 86.3% disease-free survival rate.
A team of researchers used large language models to study the effects of stress, sadness, and anxiety, finding that the models can reproduce human-like emotional responses. The study's results suggest that these models could be a valuable tool for understanding and addressing mental health conditions.
Researchers at MSK discovered that tumors with low levels of NF2, a tumor suppressor gene, are less likely to respond to immunotherapy. They also found that combinations of VEGFR-TKIs and immunotherapies can be effective but have limited long-term benefits due to paradoxical effects of hypoxia on treatment response.
Researchers at the University of Washington are using AI and quantum computing to design new materials with unique properties, such as superconductivity and entanglement. The tools are helping to power the growing field of quantum computing and could lead to breakthroughs in energy-efficient electronics.
Researchers found that people tend to move counterclockwise when walking, influencing crowd behavior and collective patterns. This individual inclination helps explain certain phenomena, offering a new perspective on understanding crowd dynamics.
A new study reveals that employer points systems, which penalize workers for absences regardless of reason, are strongly associated with presenteeism and undermine public health benefits of paid sick leave laws. Workers in the US who were subject to these systems were more likely to show up to work while sick.
Researchers at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences have developed an artificial model of the mitral heart valve that faithfully mimics its complex mechanical behavior. The study could help researchers better understand valve disease and develop new treatment approaches.
A controversial cooling strategy to shield Earth from sun's rays could offer unequal protection for oceans and communities, leaving 25-75% of seas at risk from overheating. Researchers used computer simulations to forecast marine heat waves under future scenarios with and without solar geoengineering.
Boston Children's Hospital has been awarded up to $17.25 million to participate in the Innovative Medicine and Precision Approaches to Clinical Trials (IMPACT) Network, an international effort aimed at speeding up the development of urgently needed treatments for children with profound autism and related neurodevelopmental disabilities...
The ACM Technology Policy Council's TechBrief examines agentic AI's legal liability, security risks, and workforce impacts. Existing frameworks fall short in addressing accountability questions, highlighting the need for defined authentication and delegation standards, robust audit trails, and sector-specific guidance.
Researchers found that 95% of animal species vocalize at a rate between 0.45 and 4.99 Hz, with a peak at 2.8 Hz, suggesting a shared ancient constraint across species. This universal tempo may facilitate communication between species.
Researchers from the University of Calgary and international collaborators explored the zoonotic potential of CWD in controlled laboratory settings. The study found that infectious prions can still be present and transmissible even without obvious clinical signs, highlighting the need for continued surveillance and research.
A new study published in Clinical Infectious Diseases found that metformin reduced the risk of clinician-diagnosed long COVID by 50% when administered during acute COVID-19 infection. The study, which enrolled nearly 3,000 adults, showed improved long-term outcomes and no safety concerns.
A new soft gripper designed by WVU researcher Anand Mishra can accurately gauge the size, curvature, color, and ripeness of fruits like strawberries and avocados. The gripper's quick inspections and harvesting capabilities can reduce spoilage and lower supply chain costs.
Researchers at MPI-SusMat discovered that adding specific metal oxides as catalytic precursors can double the reduction kinetics of hydrogen-based metal production, allowing for reduced energy use. This breakthrough enables lower reduction temperatures, shorter processing times, and reduced energy consumption.