Researchers extracted protein from pumpkin seeds and treated it with food-grade phosphates to create a stable emulsion, which improved the texture of instant coffee without compromising its flavor. The new creamer outperformed commercial nondairy creamers in taste tests, offering a promising alternative for plant-based beverages.
A Saitama University research team developed an architecture called layered attention-enhanced reservoir computing (LAERC) to achieve competitive predictive performance in language modeling while reducing computational burden. The study demonstrates that reservoir-based architectures can provide a practical alternative to traditional t...
A new tool, ASAP, rapidly and reversibly turns autophagy on and off, confirming suspected targets, revealing new ones, and suggesting a link between protein building and breakdown. ASAP also targets nuclear pore complexes and protein condensates, shedding light on autophagy's role in maintaining cellular health.
Scientists at Curtin University's ICRAR node have linked mysterious radio pulses to an unusual star pairing: a dead star that spins every 8 minutes and a Sun-like star. The discovery breaks new ground, as radio pulses are typically observed in systems with smaller and cooler red dwarf stars.
A large study published in Scientific Reports found that people with irregular sleep-wake schedules may experience more severe symptoms of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. The study analyzed data from 23,000 participants and found that those with consistent sleep patterns had lower rates of depression and anxiety.
The INRS team has set a new world record in profilometry, capturing three-dimensional images at speeds of up to 150,000 frames per second. The C-BLIP technology enables visualization of transient phenomena in multiple fields, including mechanics, aerodynamics, and microfluidics.
A new research project aims to study the stability of Antarctic glaciers and their impact on sea levels. The project will investigate the processes that affect the stability of ice shelves, including ocean currents, temperature, and snowfall, to improve predictions of future sea-level rise.
A study by the University of Copenhagen reveals that climate adaptation policies unevenly distribute costs, with poor residents shouldering the most burden. The study highlights the need for fair payment models and improved governance to distribute costs more evenly across social groups.
A team of four researchers, led by Professor Tomás Ryan, will explore how the brain stores memories of immune and sickness experiences to make predictions about future challenges. The project aims to determine the effect of chronic inflammation during pregnancy on immune memory function and its impact on altered neural development.
Researchers aim to diagnose societal tipping points to bring Earth back within a safe operating space. By analyzing past transformations and current trends, the team will model how societal changes can bring about a sustainable future.
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem has been awarded a €10 million ERC Synergy Grant to study judges' role in defending democracy. The six-year project, JUSTGOV, will examine 48 supreme and constitutional courts across OECD countries, mapping how judges act as agents of democracy.
The review highlights how macrophages, Th17 cells, and regulatory T cells shift across disease phases, and how metabolic reprogramming intervenes. Persistent injury disrupts this balance, leading to chronic pancreatitis.
Researchers investigate how warming oceans affect marine food webs by analyzing copepod diet differences. The study reveals geographical variations in basal diets, with tropical and subtropical regions favoring bacterial and heterotrophic bacteria, while colder regions prefer eukaryotic microalgae.
Researchers at Linköping University developed an organ-on-chip model of head and neck cancer, demonstrating how tumours interact with surrounding structures and tissues. The model showed that cancer cells respond differently to the ECM material and blood vessels, and that nerves can influence tumour behaviour and pain.
A 75-year dataset reveals a stark continental divide in El Niño impacts, with Southern Brazil facing torrential rainfall and the North experiencing severe drought. Month-by-month planning can help target preparedness efforts and reduce vulnerability.
A systematic review emphasizes the need for emotional security, family relationships, and culturally sensitive support for children approaching the end of life. The review found that children's spiritual concerns and needs for connection with others are often overlooked.
A study published in Advanced Science reveals that TREM2+ macrophages contribute to immune dysfunction in endometriosis, compromising CD8+ T cell and NK cell cytotoxic behavior. Researchers identified TREM2 as a potential therapeutic target, suggesting new avenues for developing non-hormonal therapies for endometriosis.
Research from Osaka Metropolitan University reveals that climate change is affecting Japan's forests, leading to changes in tree composition and structure. The study found that warmer temperatures and increased precipitation are driving the decline of cold-adapted tree species and the rise of warmer-adapted species.
Dr. Egan shares crucial steps to prevent foodborne illnesses, including handwashing, proper cooking techniques, and handling raw poultry. He emphasizes the importance of vigilance and taking responsibility for protecting loved ones during the holiday season.
A new study identifies a mechanism in the environment surrounding tumors that drives the growth of triple-negative breast cancer, a particularly challenging cancer to treat. Researchers found that a type of microRNA transferred from fibroblasts surrounding tumors, miR-1290, promotes cancer cell proliferation by suppressing tumor growth.
A study finds a direct link between reduced winter sea ice in the Barents and Kara Seas and summer droughts in eastern Europe and central Asia. The researchers used historical records of sea ice and atmospheric conditions to find a mechanistic link between winter sea ice cover and summer drought risk.