A new UCLA study suggests that adding a targeted radioactive drug to stereotactic body radiation therapy may help delay the spread of recurrent prostate cancer. The treatment showed a 62% lower risk of progression or needing additional hormone therapy, and improved control of disease on conventional imaging.
Researchers at Oregon State University have developed a fast and low-cost sensor for detecting eugenol in food products. The sensor, which uses a nanocomposite material, can recover up to 99.9% of eugenol from real food samples, making it a promising technology for food safety and quality control.
Researchers found that people with a higher genetic risk for Alzheimer’s who volunteered or helped others showed slower cognitive decline. The study, which analyzed 22 years of data, found that even modest amounts of helping others provided significant cognitive benefits.
A new study finds that a warmer future may lead to stronger storms approaching Hawaiʻi, even as the total number of storms remains uncertain. The study also reveals changes in the relationship between El Niño and La Niña and Hawaiʻi's tropical cyclone risk.
A new framework proposes evidence sufficiency, selective prediction, and deferral pathways for multimodal AI in cardiovascular medicine. Missing data are not noise, but rather informative about patient state, clinician decisions, and health system access.
The study found that banded dotterels arrive in Australia about four days later each year, on average, between 2014 and 2025, due to a southward shift in winds circling Antarctica. This delay in arrival has led to a reduction in their estimated stay on Australian non-breeding grounds by around a quarter over the past decade.
Researchers developed a multimode band-engineering framework in 1D grating-based photonic crystal waveguides to meet growing demand for scalable and flexible filtering. Devices achieved TE-1-, TE-2-, and TE-3-pass filtering with measured bandwidths exceeding 200 nm, 123 nm, and 70 nm, respectively.
A new satellite-based study shows that recovery after severe drought is widespread but highly uneven across large river basins. Persistent deficits are concentrated in drylands and some inland basins that do not drain to the ocean, with water storage deficits that persist for years.
A new AI-physics model, ProNet, has been developed to predict air pollution more accurately than human forecasters, outperforming expert forecasts and uncovering hidden flaws in current chemical models. ProNet integrates neural networks with atmospheric physics, preserving physical realism and using routine data to diagnose where chemi...
A new species of ancient crocodile relative, Ctenosuchus tenuidens, has been discovered in Morocco with exceptionally thin, needle-like teeth. The animal's unique feeding habits suggest it likely fed on small fish, crustaceans, and other aquatic creatures.
A recent study from the University of Jyväskylä found that identity development continues into adulthood, with a positive association between identity and mental well-being. The study, which followed individuals from age 27 to 61, revealed that a well-developed identity is characterized by clear views formed through personal exploration.
Researchers have identified a potential target for treating metastatic cancers: trapping DNA rings in micronuclei, which lose their activity. This process may help prevent cancer growth and improve treatment success rates.
Researchers are developing new approaches to model interconnected biological processes, identify opportunities for intervention, and translate insights into measurable improvements in human health. Longevity therapeutics face an actionable regulatory framework to ensure clinical validation and market access.
A genome study identified seven host-associated ancestry clusters in scabies mites, which broadly correspond to host origin rather than geographical location. The findings provide a resource for future One Health surveillance of human scabies and animal sarcoptic mange.
A study in China's Poyang Lake basin found greater contamination and resistance-related risks in river sources than in enclosed reservoirs, with mobile genetic elements strongly associated with resistance-gene abundance. The findings suggest differentiated monitoring should prioritize river sources, the Gan River sub-basin, and Poyang ...
A review grades the evidence behind 38 ATP-induced cell death genes, identifying direct and indirect evidence, context-dependent mechanisms, and insufficient evidence. The review also releases a public gene resource, ATPexGen, to summarize what is known about AICD.
A large-scale study analyzing routine clinical data from nearly 60,000 cancer patients reveals new insights into cachexia. The findings show that cachexia can be predicted using routine data, allowing for timely support and interventions. This breakthrough could help improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
A lightweight computational method predicts intrinsically disordered proteins with high accuracy, outperforming existing tools. The IDP-T5CKNN model uses an existing protein language model and K-Nearest Neighbour classifier to achieve state-of-the-art results on benchmark datasets.
A new spatial planning framework identifies potential suitable distribution areas for mangroves, salt marshes, and seagrasses, revealing a 7-24 times larger expansion capacity. Existing reserves cover only 20% of high-priority zones, with most areas dependent on active restoration and conservation.
Researchers found that horse chestnut leaf miner damage alters leaf tissue structure and function, affecting photosynthesis and plant defense. Chlorophyll fluorescence imaging can detect early signs of damage, potentially improving plant protection measures.
Houston Methodist researchers are investigating the brain's role in underactive bladder, a condition that affects men and women, and leaves patients with limited treatment options. The study aims to identify abnormal neurologic activity that could guide targeted neuromodulation therapies.
Researchers developed a decoupled initialization framework that tackles key challenges in visual-inertial odometry, improving initialization success, accuracy, and efficiency. The method uses aggregated visual constraints, estimates gyroscope bias, and refines states through joint refinement and landmark-free triangulation.
A new study found that rainfall has a significant impact on river ecosystems, altering food webs and biodiversity. In rivers with less annual rainfall, secondary production and biomass turnover rates increased, leading to a characteristic bottom-heavy biomass pyramid.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill will lead a consortium to detect and stop Alzheimer's and pulmonary fibrosis at their earliest molecular stage, years before symptoms appear. The project, called IMPEDE, aims to develop an early-detection biomarker for Alzheimer's disease and advance preclinical treatments.
A study comparing archived real-time and post-processed precise satellite products found that real-time streams achieved moderate centimeter-level positioning when corrections were continuously available. However, the gap to post-processed products widened under stricter accuracy targets, especially for single-constellation solutions.
The new edition of HFSP Science Digest offers a panoramic view of frontier life science research, covering topics from plant climate adaptability to aquatic mammal communication rhythms. The publication brings together 30 articles, highlighting diverse research outcomes from HFSP-funded projects.
A new study uses process-based numerical modeling to explore how the Chesapeake Bay could respond to various kinds of tropical cyclones as sea levels rise over the next 25 years. The researchers found that rising sea levels shifted interactions toward higher water levels, weakening the bay's natural ability to dampen storm surge.
A new study finds that interventional radiologists (IRs) treat nearly 51% of Medicare patients with liver cancer, with the volume increasing over time. IRs deliver high-quality, high-impact care at a lower cost than oncologists, with faster recovery times and reduced hospital stays.
Dr. Botond Roska received the António Champalimaud Vision Award for his optogenetic therapy to restore vision, developed in collaboration with Semmelweis University. The therapy targets retinal diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, and holds promise for treating certain forms of blindness.
A new study from King's College London found that fewer than 1 in 15 young people with mental health disorders received a diagnosis from NHS mental health services. Despite an increase in diagnoses from 2.6% in 2009 to 4.4% in 2024, many young people with disorders remain undiagnosed, highlighting the need for strengthened mental healt...
Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers have found a promising biological marker linked to treatment-resistant psychosis, a protein associated with blood pressure regulation. The study suggests that lower levels of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) protein in the blood may reflect what is happening in the brain, potentially leading to mor...
A study found that long-term use of anabolic-androgenic steroids causes sustained thickening of the heart's left ventricular wall and impaired contractions. Stopping anabolic steroids completely can reverse these effects, with 15 participants showing a significant reduction in heart muscle thickness and improved cardiac function.
Researchers uncover DRT10, a bacterial defense system that protects against viruses by manufacturing DNA within cells. The discovery reveals an unexpected connection to telomerase, an enzyme needed to replenish telomeres and may hold promise for slowing down aging and improving cancer therapies.
Researchers have discovered that precisely balancing sulfur and selenium in eco-friendly quantum dots can minimize performance-killing atomic defects, unlocking record-breaking efficiency for solar hydrogen production. The optimal sulfur-selenium ratio enables substantially increased hole concentration and carrier lifetimes, leading to...
A new special issue in Nature Conservation brings together contributions from the international conference
Curtin University's BioBlitz identified 572 unique species across three campuses, using environmental DNA to shed light on biodiversity. The initiative provides practical experience for students and establishes a baseline for tracking biodiversity changes.
Deep learning enables clearer images, faster biological dynamics, and intelligent analysis while reducing labeling demands and preserving biological structure. The review highlights the need for reliable and physics-informed reconstruction, including evaluation metrics and standardized protocols.
Researchers developed a novel dual-band metasurface that independently manages thermal energy across mid-wave and long-wave infrared channels. The platform enables unprecedented control over thermal signatures, allowing for secure optical data encryption and multi-sensor military stealth.
Researchers discovered inducible germinal center-like structures in common carp gut, showing conserved molecular programs and cell-cell communication networks. These findings suggest that sophisticated mucosal adaptive immunity emerged early in vertebrate evolution.
A Linux kernel vulnerability 'Bad Epoll' was discovered that can escalate ordinary user privileges to root access, affecting Galaxy and Pixel devices. The researchers demonstrated the vulnerability's exploitability through Google's kernelCTF and received a significant bounty.
The paper proposes a new concept, Intelligence Surplus, as a society's accumulated reserve of intelligent capability beyond operational needs. This concept shifts the focus from human capital to a societal and systemic resource. Education should support the creation, circulation, governance, and renewal of intelligent capabilities acro...
Optical pre-sensor computing reduces redundant data acquisition and transmission by extracting task-relevant features before sensor detection, easing communication bandwidth demands and processing latency. This approach enables efficient visual perception for robots and other physical AI systems.
A study of 1,426 educational administrators in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, found generally positive attitudes towards digital technologies but lower practical capability, indicating an 'implementation gap.' The study identified four distinct digital leadership profiles, and found that gender and educational attainment shap...
The study reveals how policy language mediates the relationship between institutional intent and real-world carbon outcomes, shedding light on a dimension often overlooked. It shows that both China and the US exhibit a weak sustainability paradigm, emphasizing short-term compliance over systemic transformation.
Scientists created large-grain electrodes with connected proton-transport networks, outperforming nanostructured counterparts. The optimized electrode achieved high performance and stability at elevated temperatures.
The researchers introduced Fe into the B site of the BNKBT perovskite lattice, modifying the coexistence of phases and changing local polarization switching. The best balance occurred at x = 0.01, where the ceramic reached a high piezoelectric coefficient and thickness-mode electromechanical coupling factor.
Stroke-associated pneumonia remains a frequent obstacle to recovery after acute stroke, with various factors converging to shape pneumonia risk. The review highlights the importance of coordinated prevention and research priorities, including individualized treatment and emerging host-directed strategies.
A new study combines genomic analyses and fossil evidence to shed light on the early evolution of winged insects. The findings support the hypothesis that mayflies and dragonflies form a single evolutionary group, Palaeoptera, which is the sister group of Neoptera.
Researchers studied the neck vertebrae of northern gannets and boobies, finding reinforced vertebrae with additional contact surfaces that stabilize the cervical column. This adaptation allows the birds to survive high-speed impacts and enables them to plunge-dive at 70 miles per hour.
Research from UC Davis Health found that living kidney donors with a history of smoking have a higher risk of transplant failure, with a 13% increase in all-cause graft loss compared to non-smokers. Donor smoking history is also linked to an 18% increase in acute rejection during the first year after transplant.
A new AI-based multimorbidity score, LLM-MMS, accurately predicts mortality risk for individuals with multimorbidity, outperforming traditional comorbidity indices in transportability and calibration. The model's use of large language models integrates diverse health information, providing a holistic phenotype representation.
Loma Linda University research suggests that incorporating walnuts into the diet may shift the overall dietary pattern toward lower inflammatory potential. The study found that older adults who consumed 1-2 oz of walnuts daily had slightly but statistically significantly lower DII scores than those in the control group.
A nationwide database study in China found that hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy after CPR in ICUs accounted for 1.41% of all ICU admissions, with a high mortality rate of 60.65%. Regional variations in incidence and mortality rates were observed, with higher mortality among patients with multiple comorbidities and complications.
A large global study of 15,612 adults found that blood biomarker levels varied across racial and ethnic groups, but the relationship between biomarker levels and brain amyloid was generally consistent. The study's findings support the use of blood-based biomarkers to screen for elevated brain amyloid in preclinical Alzheimer's disease ...
Okayama University of Science (OUS) has been ranked in the 2001+ band globally for the third consecutive year in the 2027 edition of THE World University Rankings. The university performed well in the Industry pillar, with its wide range of research activities contributing to its inclusion in the rankings.
A new Cochrane review found insufficient evidence to support the use of medical cannabis for insomnia, with most studies showing little to no improvement in sleep quality and daytime functioning. However, some studies suggested a potential for adverse effects, such as dry mouth and dizziness.
SourceCochrane·JournalCochrane Database of Systematic Reviews·TypeSystematic review·DateOct 12, 2026
Researchers uncover the origins and human impact of Britain's largest medieval lead industry by analyzing ancient teeth, revealing high childhood lead exposure in mining communities. The study shows that lead pollution was widespread in the region, affecting both men and women, with women experiencing higher rates of premature death. T...
A study of 6,607 patients with autoimmune diseases found females were more likely to be misdiagnosed as psychiatric or psychosomatic conditions, with longer diagnostic delays. Females reported higher rates of psychiatric and psychosomatic misdiagnoses, while males were more likely to be diagnosed with other physical diseases.
The diagnosed prevalence of ADHD has increased significantly in Europe, with rising diagnoses in the UK and Europe attributed to changes in awareness and diagnosis, not a rise in cases. The true rate of ADHD is likely under-recognised and under-treated in the UK.
The report examines 39 countries' national elections in 2025, finding instances of mis- and disinformation in 62% of elections, gender-based violence in 22 countries, and campaign finance irregularities. Despite these pressures, election quality remained stable, with institutions adapting to challenges and innovating to strengthen conf...