A study published by the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology found that delivering radiotherapy in just two sessions over eight days is safe and effective for treating prostate cancer. The treatment had no additional side effects compared to the standard five doses, making it a convenient option for patients.
SourceEuropean Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 17, 2026
Researchers review how engineered nanomaterials can be used to deliver antigens, improve antigen presentation, support T cell priming and infiltration, and reshape tumor niches. The materials are designed to intervene across the cancer-immunity cycle, improving immune activation while reducing off-target effects.
SourceChina Anti-Cancer Association·JournalCancer Biology & Medicine·DateMay 17, 2026
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Researchers developed a cellulose/MXene sediment aerogel that combines EMI shielding, infrared stealth, and Joule heating within a single porous structure. The aerogel retained high porosity and specific surface area, enabling strong electromagnetic wave attenuation and thermal insulation.
SourceJournal of Bioresources and Bioproducts·JournalJournal of Bioresources and Bioproducts·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 17, 2026
Researchers identified eight new DNA signatures in breast cancer and developed an open-access tool to visualize the data. The study's findings could help refine diagnostic tools and match patients with targeted therapies.
SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalCancer Research·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 17, 2026
A study of over 20,000 South Australian students found that wellbeing declined across every measured domain, including happiness and life satisfaction, after transitioning to secondary school. The decline was independent of developmental changes associated with adolescence.
SourceAdelaide University·JournalJournal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry·TypeSurvey·DateMay 17, 2026
Paediatric Brain and Solid Tumour Awareness (PBSTA) Day brings together patients, families, clinicians, and volunteers for a day of respite and connection. The event aims to raise awareness of paediatric brain tumours and their impact on families.
Researchers found that stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) improved progression-free survival by 15.6 months, compared to 20.6 months without targeted therapy. The treatment also showed no significant impact on quality-of-life measures.
SourceEuropean Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMay 17, 2026
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Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.
Researchers developed a cellulose-based aerogel inspired by white beetles' optical structure, achieving high solar reflectance and infrared emissivity through hierarchical photonic scattering networks. The material achieved daytime subambient cooling of up to 7.1 °C and reduced building energy consumption by 43.5% on average.
SourceJournal of Bioresources and Bioproducts·JournalJournal of Bioresources and Bioproducts·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 17, 2026
A new study shows that New York City's public housing mold intervention program significantly reduces asthma-related emergency department visits. The program, Mold Busters, improved ventilation and trained staff in evidence-based mold removal, leading to a 9 fewer asthma-related ED visits per thousand people.
A cohort study found chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) associated with reduced life expectancy. Adults with COPD had shorter lifespans compared to those without the condition, regardless of smoking history.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Internal Medicine·DateMay 17, 2026
An AI technology successfully plans life-saving radiotherapy for cervical and prostate cancers, bridging the workforce gap and enabling more people to be treated. The ARCHERY trial found that the AI technology can achieve international best-practice radiotherapy planning in over 95% of cervical cancer cases.
A landmark EORTC trial with over 20 years of follow-up found that irradiation of internal mammary and medial supraclavicular lymph nodes reduces breast cancer mortality, but does not improve overall survival. Long-term cardiac and pulmonary toxicity was reported more frequently after IM-MS irradiation.
SourceEuropean Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer·JournalCA A Cancer Journal for Clinicians·TypeNews article·DateMay 17, 2026
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Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.
A new study quantifies the economic burden of tuberculosis, revealing that it costs the world an estimated $1.35 trillion annually. The disease disproportionately affects economically productive years, trapping families in poverty and impacting workforce participation and national development.
A new study finds that pediatric pulmonary rehabilitation significantly improves exercise capacity, strength, and quality of life in children with chronic respiratory diseases. Spirometry, a key measure of lung function, remains stable but doesn't improve. The program is also associated with high patient and caregiver satisfaction.
Researchers designed a biomimetic triple-network hydrogel inspired by octopus skin, combining rigid photonic ordering with soft polymer networks. The material demonstrated substantial improvements in mechanical strength and structural color response under deformation.
SourceJournal of Bioresources and Bioproducts·JournalJournal of Bioresources and Bioproducts·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 17, 2026