A new study presents tezepelumab as a safe and effective treatment for severe asthma in underrepresented populations. The therapy reduces exacerbations by 70% and improves lung function, quality of life scores, and asthma control. It is particularly effective in patients with Type 2 asthma and those with comorbid COPD.
A millennium-old dingo was deliberately buried by Barkindji ancestors with great care, suggesting an ongoing relationship between local people and dingoes. The discovery provides new insights into ancestral dingo burial practices extending beyond southeastern Australia.
A new study found that coastal farmlands in the Mid-Atlantic region are losing land at a rate nearly twice as fast as previously thought. Between 1984 and 2022, approximately 25,000 acres of farmland were lost to sea level rise despite preventative measures taken by local farmers.
A new study found that childhood maltreatment can increase the risk of intimate partner violence victimization in young adulthood. The researchers identified three main psychological characteristics: low subjective wellbeing, conduct problems, and aggression.
Researchers developed a microcomb-driven terahertz wireless communication system that surpasses conventional limits by achieving 112 Gbps data rates in the 560 GHz band. This breakthrough uses high-frequency stability and low phase noise of microcombs to generate a low-noise terahertz carrier.
Researchers developed transparent hybrid metal halide glass scintillators that overcome light scattering and monochromatic limitations in X-ray imaging. The materials achieved high spatial resolutions of 18.8 and 22.5 lp mm⁻¹, nearly twice those of previously reported crystalline composite counterparts.
The SO320/1 expedition aims to investigate the formation of the 1,000km-long Hess Rise plateau using various models and multiple research instruments. The team will test three scenarios for its formation and collect rock samples from the seafloor for further analysis.
Research suggests that switching to a nutritious diet can improve memory, but does not fully reverse cognitive deficits and impairment caused by high sugar intake. Diets high in added sugar show little evidence of recovery, highlighting the potential detrimental effects on brain health.
A new study introduces a physics-guided mixture density network that improves real-time hydrodynamic forecasting in canal systems. The model reduces mean absolute error and root mean square error by over 25%, offering a more reliable tool for managing large-scale water diversion infrastructure.
Researchers at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory discovered how dehydration enables calcium to pass through the NMDAR channel, revealing key molecular mechanisms underlying learning and memory. This finding has implications for brain development and disease, including GRIN disorders that cause severe developmental disabilities.
A new study found a steady rise in children's mental health concerns during routine primary care visits, with anxiety-related visits increasing by 300% over 10 years. The study highlights the growing role of pediatric primary care in addressing mental health needs and calls for more training and resources to support this shift.
Scientists directly capture collective excitations, known as Goldstone modes, which are associated with quantum phenomena like superconductivity. The researchers used optics to probe the space-and-time-resolved properties of the material and observed phenomena that had yet to be directly observed in condensed matter systems.
Researchers developed a reconfigurable Ge-Si photodetector that achieves ultrahigh-speed data transmission up to 336 Gbps per wavelength using low-loss packaging. The system uses a dense network of fine metal interconnects, known as a redistribution layer (RDL), to connect components with high precision.
Researchers at Nagoya University have discovered a copper-dependent sensing system in plants that detects hydrogen peroxide, a key signaling molecule involved in stress responses and immunity. This finding paves the way for improving crop resilience and understanding plant responses to environmental stress and pathogens.
A study published in Nature Metabolism has found a crucial link between mitochondrial lipid deficiency and gut inflammation, revealing that cardiolipin plays a key role in maintaining immune homeostasis. The research suggests that targeting the metabolism of immune cells could be a new approach to treating inflammatory bowel diseases.
A new AI-powered cardiopulmonary resuscitation instructor has been developed to support bystanders during out-of-hospital cardiac arrests. The study suggests that this technology could be a scalable public health intervention to save lives.
Researchers found that people in densely populated coastal regions experience a relative sea-level rise of about 6 millimeters per year, three times the global average. Land subsidence is caused by factors like groundwater extraction, resource use, and tectonics, which amplifies climate-driven sea-level rise.
This book challenges traditional notions of biology and death by exploring technological augmentations and their impact on human life. Candi Cann argues that being part-machine could make us more human, not less, and calls for a more inclusive, compassionate community.
A new study explores how location sharing apps impact interpersonal communication, revealing safety and practical reasons for sharing locations. The findings suggest that technology is increasingly dictating communication methods, potentially altering relationships and human interaction.
Southeast University and Korea University researchers developed advanced copper catalysts to convert CO₂ into valuable fuels. Their strategy integrates tandem effects, synergistic interactions, and geometric control to enhance reaction pathways, reducing energy barriers for C₂+ product formation.
A new international study confirms that erosion plays a key role in forming and accumulating natural hydrogen in mountain ranges. The Pyrenees and Alps are identified as key targets for natural hydrogen exploration, with the right conditions allowing for efficient serpentinization and hydrogen production.
A new study reveals that the Global North has drained over 900 million tonnes of materials, 4 million km2 of land, and 53 billion hours of labor from Latin America through international trade. This unequal exchange reinforces the existing power imbalance in the global economy.
Researchers at Tsinghua University have developed a breakthrough method to fabricate high-performance silica-based ceramic cores with superior dimensional and thermal stability. By adding kyanite to the ceramic slurry, they achieve optimal performance through expansion compensation and sintering optimization.
Researchers have discovered how diet influences the composition of intestinal tissue in cichlid fishes, a key aspect of evolutionary diversification. The study found that different diets lead to distinct cellular adaptations, including changes in the number and type of cells involved in nutrient absorption.
AD109, a new oral pill, successfully controlled obstructive sleep apnea by addressing its underlying mechanisms and preventing airway collapse. The drug showed significant improvements in breathing interruptions, oxygen levels, and disease severity category.
A study by Boston University researchers found that removing cookies cuts website publishers' revenue by over a third, with privacy-enhanced alternatives recovering only a small portion of the lost revenue. The loss of cookies could impact the quality and usefulness of digital products.
A new study by North Carolina State University found that teaching with food can increase preschoolers' understanding of scientific concepts four times more than traditional methods. The 'More PEAS Please!' program also improved vocabulary skills, with a 20% increase in the group that received the intervention.
A new study finds that AI adoption boosts teaching quality, learning efficiency, and institutional performance when supported by strong digital literacy skills. Digital literacy plays a key moderating role in enhancing the impact of AI adoption on educational outcomes.
A study found that adolescents aware of their state's minor consent laws were more likely to seek and receive HIV and other sexually transmitted infections testing. Teens who accurately knew their legal capacity to consent to healthcare services had higher testing rates.
A new study found that chemotherapy can unintentionally reshape the immune system, allowing cancer to persist. Researchers discovered that a standard chemotherapy triggers pyroptosis, releasing inflammatory signals that inhibit tumor treatment.
Neanderthals collected shellfish throughout the year, but preferred colder months, demonstrating a well-planned strategy. This finding suggests Neanderthals had access to high-quality marine proteins essential for brain development and reproductive health.
A new global consensus delivers guidelines for using tools like ChatGPT responsibly, protecting against fake references, data leaks, and machines masquerading as authors. The goal is to allow AI to assist with tasks like polishing English without compromising research integrity.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A survey of Tokyo teachers found that key biodiversity topics were covered extensively, but omissions stood out. Personal experiences of nature significantly influenced what teachers chose to highlight.
Patients with prior C-sections are more likely to succeed in a vaginal birth at predominantly Black-serving hospitals, new research reveals. However, Black patients still face lower success rates compared to white patients.
Researchers found that gut luminal exosomes from older animals carried molecular signals associated with insulin resistance, inflammation and disruption of the gut barrier. Transferring these to young animals elicited similar effects, while transferring exosomes from young animals to older animals mitigated metabolic aging findings.
A new Indiana University study reveals that unusual zones within the fault itself act as built-in brakes on earthquake magnitude. These 'barriers' are structurally complex zones where the fault splits into multiple strands, promoting a process called dilatancy strengthening that prevents earthquakes from getting bigger.