A research team led by Professor Lu Jian has discovered a naturally occurring porous ceramic structure within sea urchin spines that possesses an unexpected capability for mechanoelectrical perception. Inspired by this natural architecture, they combined biomimetic structural design with advanced 3D printing technology to replicate and...
Researchers in Oman have launched a pilot seaweed farm to evaluate the commercial feasibility of cultivating native seaweed species. The project aims to establish a scalable and sustainable blue-economy sector based on marine biotechnology and aquaculture innovation.
A new study found that commonly prescribed cardiovascular medications, such as statins and diuretics, do not worsen survival in multiple myeloma patients. The research suggests that these medications can often be continued without clear evidence of harming survival outcomes.
New research reveals that burning 'low smoke' manufactured fuels releases tiny ultrafine particles, potentially harming human health. The study highlights the urgent need to revise air quality standards and reduce residential solid fuel burning as part of efforts to decarbonize the economy.
Okayama University of Science ranked No. 1 among private universities in Western Japan in Life Sciences and No. 3 in Physical Sciences. The university's research activities in both fields continue to receive international recognition.
Industry-wide shift towards n-type TOPCon technology dominates market share, with silicon solar cells reaching new heights in efficiency. Perovskite solar cells break single-junction barrier, while organic solar cells cross 20% efficiency threshold.
A recent study found that strong El Niño events cause deeper, longer-lasting harm to human health than previously understood, shortening life expectancy and generating major economic costs. The study reveals that vulnerable populations face heightened risks, with El Niño events contributing to excess mortality.
The study found that the intranasal vaccine booster Clec9A OMNI induced significantly stronger neutralising antibody responses and robust T-cell responses in the lungs and nasal tissues, offering robust protection against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron infection. This breakthrough may address current shortcomings of COVID-19 mRNA vaccines, includi...
Researchers developed a bioorthogonal fluorescence probe and matching reporter enzyme that selectively activates at targeted tumor sites, enabling high-contrast tumor visualization with minimal background. This technology has potential for improving cancer surgery outcomes and may also be adapted for targeted drug delivery.
Researchers developed a novel phosphorus-carbon-bridged cyclization strategy, yielding high-performance blue emitters with exceptional color purity and electroluminescence efficiency. The synergistic heavy-atom effect of phosphorus and sulfur significantly enhances reverse intersystem crossing rates, leading to ultra-high efficiency an...
Recent advances in robotics, biomimetics, artificial intelligence, and their innovative integration are reviewed. The article highlights key findings in human-robot object handover, aquatic unmanned aerial vehicles, variable stiffness methods for flexible robots, and more.
Researchers developed new backtesting approaches for expectile forecasts to address issues with existing methods. The new tests disentangle unconditional coverage and independence properties, improving size and power properties.
Researchers have developed functionalized wood as a versatile material for next-generation energy and environmental applications. The work enables sustainable solutions in metal-ion batteries, Zn–air systems, and supercapacitors, as well as efficient adsorption, photothermal filtration, and catalytic degradation for water treatment.
Researchers develop synergistic ultramicropore-confined and electronic-state modulation strategies in sustainable lignin-derived hard carbon to achieve robust sodium-ion batteries. The material exhibits high reversible capacity and initial Coulombic efficiency, making it a promising anode candidate.
A study found that people with chronic migraine who took glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1) for other conditions had fewer emergency department visits and hospitalizations. GLP-1 drugs were also associated with lower need for medications used to stop and prevent migraine attacks.
A new Danish study found that people with a higher genetic risk of developing chronic inflammatory bowel disease are more likely to experience a severe course. The researchers discovered a correlation between genetics and disease severity, which could lead to tailored treatment strategies.
Microbiologists Nicola Holden and Gil Domingue discuss the raw milk debate, highlighting the lack of meaningful differences between pasteurized and raw milk. They stress the need for improved consumer protection through clearer product labeling and regulation enforcement.