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Science News Archive May 2026 - Page 32


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AI-powered handheld microscope aims to spot cancer earlier

The PrecisionView device enables clinicians to visualize both subcellular structures and underlying blood vessels across large tissue areas without invasive biopsies. It generates detailed maps of tissue areas spanning several square centimeters and displays results in real-time.

SourceRice University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMay 12, 2026

Pollution from aircraft

Researchers at the Paul Scherrer Institute measured air quality near Zurich Airport, detecting high concentrations of ultrafine particles and lubricating oil emissions. The study confirms findings from other European airports and highlights the need for countermeasures to reduce emissions.

SourcePaul Scherrer Institute·JournalEnvironmental Science & Technology·TypeObservational study·DateMay 12, 2026

Fall prevention and delirium screening are the most effective interventions for improving surgical outcomes in older adults

A new study reviews key components of older adult surgical care, including delirium prevention and screening, fall prevention, and bowel regimens. The seven-component perioperative protocol is associated with improved outcomes, such as reduced complications and shorter hospital stays.

SourceAmerican College of Surgeons·JournalJournal of the American College of Surgeons·DateMay 12, 2026

"Breaking the limits of OLED: Postech achieves low-votage freely color tunable ultra-pure laser emission"

A research team at Postech has developed a next-generation laser emission platform capable of precise color control under battery-level low voltage. The technology achieves ultra-high color purity and continuous spectral tunability within a single device, overcoming limitations of conventional display light sources.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalLaser & Photonics Review·DateMay 12, 2026

Study: 11 million American children’s well being threatened by criminally charged family members

A cross-sectional study of over 76 million American children found that nearly 40% have had a family member criminally charged at some point during their childhood. Lower-level contact with the criminal justice system is associated with stigma, mental health struggles, and employment/educational disruptions, threatening children's well...

SourceBoston College·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 12, 2026

Yao to receive NSF CAREER Award

Dr. Ningshi Yao is awarded $628,260 by the NSF CAREER program to develop a unified framework for real-time scheduling and control in networked safety-critical systems. The project aims to address complex resource contention issues, enabling safe resource management for large-scale autonomous technologies.

Tiny worms, with help from Brown University researchers, may hold key to treating rare childhood disease

A new worm model developed by Brown University researchers could play a key role in treating alternating hemiplegia of childhood, a disorder that causes paralysis in children. The genetically engineered C. elegans nematode model provides a fast and inexpensive way to evaluate potential drug treatments for AHC.

SourceBrown University·JournalDisease Models & Mechanisms·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 12, 2026

First-in-human trial demonstrates promise of implantable cytokine factories for ovarian cancer

A first-in-human trial demonstrates the potential of implantable cytokine factories for treating ovarian cancer, showing a favorable safety profile and encouraging disease stabilization in patients. The therapy successfully activated key immune cells without expanding regulatory T cells, revealing a promising mechanism of action.

SourceRice University·JournalClinical Cancer Research·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 12, 2026

UC Irvine team identifies where renewable hydrogen delivers the greatest social benefit

A study by UC Irvine researchers found that renewable electrolytic hydrogen produces its greatest societal value when applied to steelmaking, transoceanic shipping, and long-haul heavy-duty trucking. The study suggests that these sectors can benefit from the transition to hydrogen, often offsetting additional costs.

SourceUniversity of California - Irvine·JournalJoule·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 12, 2026

Psychological factors sustaining gastric cancer screening during the COVID-19 pandemic

A study in Japan found that individuals with higher health literacy regarding gastric cancer and screening, those who perceived themselves to be at risk, and those who received encouragement from others exhibited stronger screening intentions. Concrete implementation intentions were also significantly linked to actual screening partici...

SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalActa Psychologica·DateMay 12, 2026

Toward smart light sources

Researchers developed a comprehensive physical model explaining how temperature affects the fundamental characteristics of emitted light, including color, intensity, and randomness. The discovery opens new possibilities for designing advanced light sources, optical sensors, and thermally based photonic systems.

SourceTechnion-Israel Institute of Technology·JournalOptica·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 12, 2026

Plants adapt their roots to climate stress

Researchers discovered that plants from arid regions have stronger suberin barriers in their roots, helping them cope with water stress. A new gene regulating suberin was identified, linked to the plant hormone abscisic acid, which plays a key role in responses to environmental stresses.

SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalNature Plants·TypeNews article·DateMay 12, 2026

Comprehensive scoping review brings together international examples of participatory practices that support collaborative landscape planning and governance

A scoping review reveals that participatory practices are crucial for successful multi-actor collaboration in landscape planning and governance. The study identifies a wide range of participatory tools, but highlights varying objectives, applications, and effectiveness across contexts and phases.

SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalLandscape and Urban Planning·TypeLiterature review·DateMay 12, 2026

Hypertension associated with the risk of extrahepatic cancers in the metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease population

A multicenter cross-sectional study found hypertension significantly associated with extrahepatic cancers in the MASLD population. Metabolism-based treatments may have a protective role against extrahepatic cancers in individuals with FIB-4 scores ≥ 1.3.

SourceXia & He Publishing Inc.·JournalJournal of Clinical and Translational Hepatology·DateMay 12, 2026

The timing of trauma leaves a lasting mark on the brain and behavior

A study published in Cell Reports Medicine reveals that traumatic experiences during critical periods of life, particularly childhood to early adulthood, have lasting impacts on brain development and behavior. The research found that the timing of trauma, not its type, plays a key role in determining distinct behavioral outcomes.

SourceIstituto Italiano di Tecnologia - IIT·JournalCell Reports Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 12, 2026

Breaking the scale barrier: New toolkit enables mass-production of high-entropy cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries

Researchers have developed a microfluidic spray drying technology to rapidly synthesize high-phase-purity HE-NVPF cathode materials, outperforming traditional batch methods. The new method enables scalable energy storage solutions with ultra-fast charging speeds and high energy density.

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 12, 2026

Firearm storage in households with children

A survey study found that over 1 in 5 adult firearm owners living with children under 18 years store at least one loaded gun in an unlocked location, posing a significant risk to child safety. More effective strategies are needed to motivate parents to secure their firearms and prevent accidents.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMay 12, 2026

Shedding light on receptor selectivity: “one of the most comprehensive projects in my entire scientific career”

The study identified amino acids crucial for ligand selectivity in two groups of receptors, β-adrenergic and D1-like dopamine receptors. By modifying these amino acids, the researchers made each receptor prefer its native ligand. The findings suggest that regions outside of the primary binding site also play a role in selectivity.

SourceUppsala University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 12, 2026

From interface retreat to interface anchoring: A paradigm shift in solar thermal energy storage

Researchers introduce a novel approach to enhance solar thermal energy storage efficiency by anchoring the phase-change front, preventing its accumulation at the source. The continuous-flow system delivers a charging power of 0.54 kW and a solar thermal storage efficiency of 49.7%, outperforming conventional diffusion-limited approaches.

SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 12, 2026

Stage IV breast cancer incidence and survival, 2010-2021

The study found that stage IV breast cancer incidence increased across ages and sexes, while overall survival improved despite the increase. Researchers highlight the need for further investigation into factors contributing to the rise in incidence, including potential changes in breast cancer screening and other conditions.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMay 12, 2026

Ivermectin prescriptions more than doubled after a celebrity endorsed it as a cancer treatment on a high-profile podcast

Prescriptions for ivermectin and benzimidazole increased significantly following a high-profile podcast endorsement, with the highest rates among men, White patients, and those in the US South. The study raises concerns about celebrity endorsements influencing people to turn to unproven treatments.

SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 12, 2026

Orbital effect induced finite-momentum pairing and Josephson vortex lattice melting in layered Ising superconductors

A recent study reveals how orbital effects shape the high-field phase diagram of Ising superconductors, providing a theoretical basis for understanding vortex phase transitions at high magnetic fields. The research also demonstrates that finite-momentum pairing configurations can form under in-plane magnetic fields, leading to a new ty...

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateMay 12, 2026

Penn research into Friedreich’s ataxia reveals how DNA folding can silence a key gene

A study by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine has uncovered a fundamental rule governing gene arrangement inside the cell nucleus. By adjusting the balance between gene activity and DNA folding, they can partially restore expression of a key gene involved in Friedreich's ataxia, a neurodegenerative disorder.