A research team from East China Normal University highlights photocatalysis as a promising strategy to convert plastic waste into useful small molecules, fuels, and functional materials. The approach allows plastics to be transformed under relatively mild conditions, with various mechanistic frameworks offering different advantages.
Bidkar aims to develop a novel CD46-targeted radiotheranostic platform to treat metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. His proposal focuses on overcoming tumor heterogeneity and improving treatment outcomes.
Scientists at University of Sharjah develop machine learning model to predict driving behavior, identifying risk factors such as gaze distraction, sensation seeking, and conscientiousness. The model can help taxi companies identify safer drivers, reduce accidents and costs.
A genome-wide CRISPR/Cas9 knockout screen identified two critical host factors, SLC35A1 and LSM12, essential for BPIV3 replication. Knockout of these genes significantly inhibits viral infection, revealing novel antiviral strategies to combat Bovine Respiratory Disease Complex.
The Curtin Frontier Institute for Geoscience Solutions (CFIGS) aims to transform WA's economic future in critical minerals through sustainable exploration. The institute offers tailored services, practical insights, and advanced analytical expertise to support efficient and sustainable resource development.
Research reveals DHEA's role in regulating sperm motility through the Gs–cAMP–PKA signaling pathway. It also modulates reproductive tract ion homeostasis by enhancing ADGRG2–CFTR functional coupling.
The new polyetherimide (PEI) core encapsulated by a polyamide-imide (PAI) shell separator overcomes conventional limitations in thermal safety, dendrite suppression, and cycling stability. The PAI@PEI separator achieves record-high shutdown temperature and superior Li+ transference.
Researchers have developed programmable nanofluidic neuromorphic devices with adjustable electrical performance, achieved through tuning ionic concentration and species. The devices exhibit hysteresis behaviors due to distinct physical origins, enabling multifunctional responses.
Researchers have created the first authoritative atlas for human E3 ligases, resolving inconsistencies in the field and paving the way for enhanced therapies for diseases such as cancer, immune disorders, and neurological conditions. The atlas provides a gold-standard reference for studying these enzymes in unprecedented detail.
Iron oxyhydroxide nanorods trigger cytotoxic hydroxyl and superoxide radicals in cancer cells through sono-tribocatalytic therapy. The treatment disrupts mitochondrial function and redox homeostasis, leading to PANoptosis in cancer cells.
Scientists create a pair of copper-based metal clusters that can be controlled to convert light into electricity. The clusters exhibit enhanced light-induced conversion efficiency due to adjustable core composition. This breakthrough enables the development of cluster-based solid-state nanomaterials with customizable photoresponse prop...
Kiran Solingapuram Sai's research aims to detect microtubule dysfunction early in Alzheimer's disease using a first-in-class PET radiotracer. The study will establish a reproducible imaging framework for this target.
Researchers discovered a new organic molecule that can boost the efficiency of non-doped blue OLEDs. By manipulating the exciton mechanism, they created a record-breaking device with an external quantum efficiency of 20.3%, outperforming existing emitters.
The study found that complex terrain, particularly orographic gravity wave drag, significantly affects the location and intensity of extreme precipitation. Without this effect, the low-level mesoscale vortex moves westward, leading to decreased rainfall intensity and a northwestward shift of the rainfall center.
A research team found that sweet osmanthus flowers use their intense fragrance to repel honeybees and other pollen feeders, while attracting tiny pollinators like thrips. This 'push–pull' strategy helps the plant filter out unwanted visitors and maintain reproductive success.
Researchers highlight two hydrogen-based approaches, hydrocracking and hydrogenolysis, which offer unique advantages. The authors outline five interlocking research priorities to overcome challenges and transition from lab-scale batch reactions to real-world deployment.
A comprehensive phylogenomic tree of ciliates has been reconstructed, providing a new framework for the phylum Ciliophora. The study establishes three main lineages and a divergence timeline linking key splits to major Earth history events. This robust phylogenetic framework enables precise tracing of key evolutionary innovations.
A study from Murdoch University found that nature exposure does not necessarily translate to improved creative performance, but still has positive impacts on reducing mental fatigue and stress. The research also showed that built environments can increase stress levels, but this does not hinder creativity.
A NUS Medicine study reveals that caffeine can restore social memory impaired by sleep deprivation. Caffeine targets a specific brain pathway to reverse disruptions in neural communication and plasticity. The study provides insights into the effects of caffeine on cognitive function and memory.
A new NMR method has enabled the direct observation of heterochalcogen bonds in redox systems, revealing strong redox activity. This innovative approach allows for the generation and characterization of trichalcogenide molecules containing sulfur, selenium, or tellurium.
Researchers have identified MFSD2A as a transporter protein that enables skin cells to take up lysophosphatidylcholines (LPCs), essential fats in the bloodstream. The study found that LPCs supply linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid needed to maintain and repair the skin barrier.
Researchers developed scanning-exciton optical nanoscopy to map nanoscale light fields and local density of optical states simultaneously. The technique provides correlative mappings with a spatial resolution of few nanometers, unlocking new physics discoveries and technology breakthroughs.
In Ghana, Pakistan, Rwanda, and South Africa, more than half of seriously injured patients failed to reach medical care within an hour. Patients using informal means arrived quicker than those traveling by ambulance.
A new study has estimated pediatric sepsis in the US, revealing a significant impact on pediatric hospitalizations. The study found that sepsis affects approximately 1.3% of hospitalizations, resulting in over 18,000 cases and more than 1,800 deaths annually.
A new study estimates that more than 18,000 hospitalized children in the US have sepsis each year, including over 1,800 who die. The study also found that most pediatric sepsis cases were present on admission, but a smaller proportion developed during hospitalization and were associated with higher mortality.
Decisions on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for severe respiratory failure rely heavily on clinical judgments rather than objective guidelines. Variability in decision-making may lead to inconsistent allocation of this life-supporting treatment. The study aims to improve ECMO accessibility and equity.
Researchers have successfully recycled plastic waste from derelict fishing nets and household trash into asphalt roads in Hawaii. Initial tests show that pavements made with these materials release fewer microplastics than those made with standard asphalt pavement.