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Science News Archive March 2026 - Page 14


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Prospective evidence on AI−assisted melanoma diagnostics

AI systems demonstrate comparable diagnostic accuracy to dermatologists for melanoma detection, potentially enhancing performance when used as a decision-support tool. However, the risk of bias and limited generalizability of current studies highlight the need for broader validation in unselected patient populations.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Dermatology·DateMar 25, 2026

Dr. Y. Michael Shim named Chief of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center

Dr. Y. Michael Shim has been named chief of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, expanding access to comprehensive care for patients with chronic lung conditions. He will lead research and education efforts, including developing innovative imaging technologies to better understand lung disease.

Surgeons sponsored for H-1B visas in the US

The number of US surgeons sponsored for H-1B visas increased to over 650 in FY2024, with a disproportionate representation in rural and impoverished counties. This trend highlights the need for increased diversity and inclusion in the surgical workforce.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Surgery·DateMar 25, 2026

Elder abuse under-recognized in hospital data

A recent study found that only a small proportion of elder abuse cases are being officially recorded in hospitals, highlighting a potential reporting gap in Australia's health system. The research analyzed data from nearly one million older Australians and found that physical abuse and neglect were most commonly recorded.

SourceFlinders University·JournalThe Medical Journal of Australia·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 25, 2026

Lower hemoglobin levels can offer several health benefits

A new study by Finnish researchers found that lower hemoglobin levels within the normal range may be beneficial for glucose metabolism and cardiovascular health. The study, conducted on 64 adults, revealed an association between lower hemoglobin levels and improved physical fitness, heart health, and reduced liver fat.

SourceUniversity of Turku·JournalAnnals of Medicine·DateMar 25, 2026

JMIR Publications and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas announce flat-fee unlimited open access publishing partnership

JMIR Publications and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas announce a new Flat-Fee Unlimited Open Access Publishing Agreement. The agreement eliminates financial obstacles for researchers, reducing administrative workload for library staff and ensuring research findings are available via immediate open access in JMIR's high-impact journ...

Digital CBT reduced cardiac-related anxiety and improved disease-specific health status following heart attack

A new study published in Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that digital CBT significantly reduced cardiac-related anxiety and improved patients' quality of life and physical function after a heart attack. The treatment showed stable benefits up to one year after completion.

SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 25, 2026

Wristband enables wearers to control a robotic hand with their own movements

Researchers at MIT have developed an ultrasound wristband that precisely tracks hand movements, allowing users to control a robotic hand or manipulate virtual objects. The device produces high-quality images of the wrist's muscles and tendons, which are then translated into specific hand positions, enabling precise movement control.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Electronics·DateMar 25, 2026

Cactus catalogue could help plant’s prickly problem

A new open access database of cactus ecology and evolution could help scientists and conservationists save species from the brink. The CactEcoDB offers an unprecedented window into the evolution, ecology and conservation needs of one of the world's most distinctive and endangered plant families.

SourceUniversity of Bath·JournalScientific Data·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 25, 2026

Dormice weight fluctuates as climate changes

New research suggests that climate change causes dormice to gain weight before hibernation but lose weight after, potentially as a result of smaller bodies losing heat faster. The study also found that habitats with higher density hedgerows were associated with heavier dormice.

SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 25, 2026

Study finds a pregnancy complication that can increase a child’s risk of heart disease

A Rutgers Health study found that children born to mothers with premature placental separations are three times more likely to develop or die from cardiovascular disease. This risk is higher among those younger than 12 months old, and pregnant women over 35 or experiencing twin pregnancies are also at increased risk.

SourceRutgers University·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·TypeObservational study·DateMar 25, 2026

HPV vaccination uptake in adults shaped by knowledge and medical advice

A nationwide survey in Switzerland found that HPV vaccination uptake among adults was lower than among adolescents, with only 27% of those aged 18-45 vaccinated. The survey also revealed significant differences between genders, age groups, and levels of knowledge about HPV, highlighting the need for targeted information and tailored co...

SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 25, 2026

Are mercury levels elevated across US conservation lands?

A study analyzing dragonfly larvae found moderate to high-risk mercury sites across 30 US National Wildlife Refuges, posing threats to fish, wildlife, and human health. The research provides baseline measurements for tracking change and informs future management actions to reduce mercury bioaccumulation.

SourceWiley·JournalThe Journal of Wildlife Management·DateMar 25, 2026

The polar bear ‘umbrella’: How protecting one species saves many

A new study reveals that protecting polar bear habitat naturally safeguards the resources they rely on to survive, providing critical benefits to the ecosystem. By analyzing tracking data from 355 bears, researchers identified a high-use area near Cape Churchill, Manitoba, highlighting it as a prime location for a Marine Protected Area.

SourceSan Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance·JournalArctic Science·TypeLiterature review·DateMar 25, 2026

Preserving polarization while boosting light from atomically thin semiconductors with silicon nanospheres

Researchers have demonstrated that silicon nanospheres can enhance second-harmonic generation in monolayer transition-metal dichalcogenides while preserving valley-polarization information. The study provides design guidelines for efficient, polarization-preserving nonlinear light sources at the nanoscale.

SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalNano Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 25, 2026

Community music education a key youth wellbeing strategy

A new Edith Cowan University study investigates the positive impact of community music education programs in regional Australia on the wellbeing of adolescents and young adults. The study found that CMEPs satisfy psychological needs relatedness, competency, and autonomy, promoting human flourishing.

SourceEdith Cowan University·JournalResearch Studies in Music Education·TypeCase study·DateMar 25, 2026

Effect of teachers' responses to school bell on social tension in classroom interactions

A new study by Doshisha University found that teachers' deliberate actions at the start of a lesson, such as responding to the school bell, can create social tightness or looseness. Teachers who enforced strict rules and verbal prompts maintained tightness, while those with more relaxed approaches created loose occasions for students.

SourceDoshisha University·JournalLinguistics and Education·TypeObservational study·DateMar 25, 2026

Mapping radar scattering onto 3D targets

A new SAR interpretation method links bright scattering patterns to specific 3D structures, improving target analysis and physically grounded SAR simulation. The approach outperformed existing methods in image quality evaluation, processing time, and physical interpretability.

SourceJournal of Remote Sensing·JournalJournal of Remote Sensing·DateMar 24, 2026

International researchers develop practical recommendations to strengthen cancer microbiome research

International researchers have developed a checklist of best practices for cancer microbiome research, emphasizing the importance of preventing contamination and validating findings. The guidelines aim to improve reproducibility and confidence in the field, supporting future discoveries about microbes and cancer.

High-performance catalytic membranes slash costs and boost efficiency in pharmaceutical wastewater treatment

Researchers developed high-performance catalytic membranes using MXene nanosheets and microfiltration techniques, achieving efficient removal of emerging contaminants like antibiotics from pharmaceutical wastewater. The membranes showed improved stability, antifouling performance, and permeation flux, cutting treatment costs by over 30%.

Sharper forest insights from spaceborne LiDAR

A new study found that ignoring woody parts and using one representative leaf spectrum have minor effects on simulated waveforms, while assuming a uniform foliage area volume density causes larger errors. The research provides guidance for designing faster analytical models that remain physically reliable.

SourceJournal of Remote Sensing·JournalJournal of Remote Sensing·DateMar 24, 2026

Iron, carbon, and the art of toxic cleanup

Researchers at Tongji University have discovered that ferrihydrite is a highly effective mineral in trapping chromium and storing organic carbon. This finding has significant implications for environmental remediation, enabling the development of nature-based solutions to clean up contaminated mine soils while sequestering carbon.

SourceBiochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University·JournalCarbon Research·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 24, 2026

Brewing protein from greenhouse gases: A greener, more profitable alternative to farming

A new study by Beijing University of Chemical Technology proves that feeding methane to bacteria outperforms traditional soy and fish meal in both ecological savings and financial returns. The bacterial alternative eliminates the need for arable land and fresh water, effectively halting deforestation and marine depletion.

SourceBiochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University·JournalCarbon Research·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 24, 2026

Powering the future of South Asia: The economic math behind carbon neutrality

A collaborative study from The University of Haripur and China University of Mining and Technology provides a concrete roadmap for balancing regional wealth with environmental health. To achieve true carbon neutrality, governments must aggressively fund renewable energy grids and realign outdated industrial frameworks.