Researchers developed a heat-venting ceramic metastructure with high terahertz shielding efficiency, combining material modification and structural design. The metastructure exhibited multifunctional characteristics, including hydrophobic and antifouling surfaces and excellent heat dissipation capabilities.
Researchers from HKU and BNU used wave simulations to test the effects of ultralight dark matter on gravitationally lensed images. The simulations reproduced observed image positions more closely than common models, suggesting gravitationally lensed systems could be used to test ultralight-dark-matter models.
A recent study found that spiders from different lineages construct similar funnel-shaped webs, despite diverging hundreds of millions of years ago. Genomic analysis identified genes involved in neural regulation, sensory processing, and motor control, suggesting that complex behaviors can evolve repeatedly in distantly related lineages.
A new study reveals that plant community turnover and nematode body width shape soil nematode diversity across different spatial scales. Nematode diversity consistently increases with plant β-diversity, emphasizing the need to maintain a mosaic of plant communities to safeguard hidden biodiversity.
A new book by researchers at the Annenberg Public Policy Center finds that organized groups, not voters, play a crucial role in shaping US House primaries. The study examines 55 winnable open-seat House nominations and reveals that these groups prioritize reliable representation over ideological purity.
The third year of 'AI Adventures: When AI Meets Games with Tencent' concludes with a more diverse cohort of students from around the world, exploring AI tools with traditional Chinese cultural elements. The programme offers students a layered understanding of AI, placing them in direct contact with industry knowledge and academic persp...
Insect-scale robots are getting a brain upgrade through embodied intelligence, promising environmental monitoring, search and rescue, and precision agriculture. The new approach focuses on seamless integration of physical form, materials, and environmental interactions to achieve adaptive behaviors.
The University of Melbourne has joined the Structural Genomics Consortium to develop AI-powered tools for drug discovery, targeting rare diseases. The new SGC-Melbourne facility will generate large-scale datasets on protein-molecule interactions, enabling the creation of high-quality data needed for AI to predict new molecular tools.
The HKU Business School's Wealth Management Academy aims to connect policy makers, industry, academics, and research to nurture the next generation of industry leaders. The academy will focus on thought leadership, talent development, and industry engagement to reinforce Hong Kong's position as a leading global wealth management centre.
Professor Jay Siegel emphasizes the need for a human-centric AI economy to mitigate negative externalities and ensure human fulfilment. He draws parallels with historical breakthroughs in chemistry and petroleum, highlighting the importance of factoring societal costs into technology implementation models.
Researchers have developed a Janus-style catalyst that turns seawater into two valuable products: hydrogen peroxide and active chlorine, simultaneously, with high production rates and Faradaic efficiencies. The catalyst achieves this by attracting chloride ions at the anode and repelling them at the cathode, enabling efficient electrol...
Professor Ruibang Luo has been awarded the 2026 APEC Science Prize for Innovation, Research and Education for his groundbreaking AI-powered tools in genomic analysis. His open-source tools have been downloaded over 10 million times worldwide and are being integrated into healthcare, agricultural, and medical biotechnology industries.
The Asia Global Institute at HKU has announced the 2026 cohort of AsiaGlobal Fellows, consisting of 16 mid-career professionals from 13 countries, including Bulgaria, New Zealand, Thailand, and Venezuela. The program aims to facilitate cross-cultural dialogue and address modern policy challenges through Asian perspectives.
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) has achieved its highest-ever position of second place in the 2026 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects for the subject of Education. The Faculty of Education's global leadership in education is reinforced by its notable performance in other major international rankings.
Food Science of Animal Products (FSAP) has been officially included in the Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), expanding the journal's global reach and credibility. All articles published since 2023 will be indexed, marking a significant milestone in the field of animal-origin foods research.
Researchers develop humidity-sensitive memristor that mimics brain-like synaptic functions without physical contact, enabling artificial sensory systems to perceive environmental humidity and process information simultaneously. The device demonstrates analog resistive switching with tunable resistance states under varying humidity leve...
Researchers developed LARGE, a language model-based tool that maps antibiotic resistance genes by species, linking aging shifts to chronic disease. The study found 31 bacterial species with changing resistance genes, tied to 13 age-related chronic diseases.
Candidemia, a bloodstream infection caused by Candida species, remains a major clinical challenge. The review highlights the need for rapid diagnosis, susceptibility-guided treatment, and new therapeutic approaches. Combination therapy and emerging antifungal candidates may offer new options for selected difficult infections.
A team of researchers developed a microwave Rayleigh scattering diagnostic system to measure electron density in microscale explosive plasma. The system provides a rapid and non-intrusive approach for time-resolved diagnostics, overcoming limitations of conventional optical diagnostics and charge-probe techniques.
Researchers have developed Cr3+-doped MgNb2O6 transparent glass ceramics through co-melting and controlled crystallization, exhibiting high transmittance and thermal quenching resistance. The resulting glass-ceramics emit broadband NIR light with a full width at half maximum of 210 nm, making them promising for applications such as nig...
A new study by Australian veterinarians has exposed the challenge of identifying pain in horses with gastric ulcers. The researchers tested a potential new blood-based method but found it to be unreliable. The study highlights the need for better diagnostic methods to improve horse welfare and treatment.
Researchers have developed a defect-engineered metal-organic framework catalyst that converts glucose into lactic acid with substantially improved efficiency. The catalyst showed activity toward raw biomass feedstocks, producing a 62.8% lactic acid yield at 170°C after four hours when corn cobs were used directly as a biomass feedstock.
A new review highlights the need for stronger evidence before claiming microplastics affect aquatic offspring through maternal transfer. The study proposes an evidence classification framework to distinguish true maternal particle transfer from intergenerational and transgenerational toxicity.
A large prospective study found that a multicancer blood test identified cancer signals across 17 broad cancer types, including ovarian, lung, and breast cancers. The test correctly predicted cancer diagnoses in 60.3% of cases, with 99.64% specificity.
Researchers will analyze blood samples from the OPTI-AML clinical trial to identify biomarkers for treatment resistance. The goal is to develop new therapies for patients with resistant disease, accelerating treatment decisions based on individual patient biology.
A new plan aims to increase awareness of veterans' needs in AOD care, with a focus on improving recognition and care through accreditation processes. This approach has the potential to strengthen military cultural competency and support more responsive, culturally safe care for veterans.
A UCL-led study found that babies born to single mothers by choice have similar birth outcomes to babies of partnered mothers who had conceived naturally. Single mothers by choice were also less likely to have low birth weight or be born pre-term compared to single mothers who conceived naturally.
Dr. Sunil Sharma has been recognized for his contributions to biological research and drug discovery, with a focus on developing breakthrough immunotherapies. His work has directly impacted global healthcare by training the human immune system to target cancer cells.
A Korean research team has developed NUDGE, a foundational technology that redirects cell fate in a desired direction through a minimal, temporary intervention. The approach harnesses the gene regulatory dynamics already present within cells, allowing for a single temporary stimulus to guide a cell to a desired state. NUDGE's technolog...
Researchers found fossilized vomit pellets from plesiosaurs in river delta sediments, indicating they ate shellfish from the seafloor before vomiting. The fossils were compacted and covered in mucus, surviving the waves and tides.
A pooled data analysis of 51 prospective cohort studies found that higher ultra-processed food (UPF) intake is associated with greater risks of multiple chronic health issues, including cardiovascular events, cancer, obesity, metabolic syndrome/diabetes, and death. Consuming extra 100g of UPFs correspondsingly increases risks.
A 30-day course of benznidazole taken once a day has been shown to significantly reduce side effects and improve treatment adherence for people with chronic chagas disease. The treatment, which is less toxic and easier to follow than the current standard regimen, was found to be non-inferior to the 60-day standard regimen.
A UK clinic's data suggests non-prescribed ketamine use among under-16s starts at age 13, with attendees more likely to live in socioeconomically deprived neighbourhoods and have experience of the care system. Heavy ketamine use is rising in the UK, with 8.4% in treatment now reporting ketamine use.
A new treatment for chagas disease has been found to be safer and more practical with once-daily dosing, reducing side effects by nearly 40% and improving treatment adherence. The 30-day benznidazole regimen is as effective as the standard 60-day treatment and has the potential to increase treatment completion rates.
A nationwide study in Denmark found that cancer incidence is 12% higher among men with type 2 diabetes and 22% higher among women with type 2 diabetes compared to those without diabetes. Obesity-related cancers, such as colorectal and postmenopausal breast cancer, are particularly prevalent among people with type 2 diabetes.
The Salk Institute's $18 million Bezos Earth Fund grant will test whether deeper-rooted soybeans can store more carbon in soil and withstand drought and disease. The project aims to develop and test soybean plants with deeper, stronger roots using artificial intelligence, field trials, and soil carbon studies.
Researchers found that repeated patterns in the environment can interfere with the algorithms and artificial intelligence models that estimate the distance between a camera and an object. This can cause an obstacle to appear significantly closer or farther away than it really is, posing a safety risk for autonomous systems.
Researchers at UTMB propose the 'frustration brake failure' hypothesis, suggesting frustration may play a key role in substance use disorders alongside craving, impulsivity, and habit. The concept suggests that repeated drug use may disrupt the relationship between frustration and motivation, leading to continued drug-seeking behavior.
A systematic review of 69 academic articles found 91.3% of authors had at least one food industry tie, highlighting the need for transparency in nutrition research. The study underscores the importance of considering industry relationships when evaluating debates over ultra-processed foods.
The 2026 Global Impact Conference focused on rebuilding evidence generation for drug development in rare diseases, neurology, and pediatrics. Key findings emphasized the importance of digital health technologies, patient experience, and emerging technologies in shaping the next decade of drug development.
C-Path's Translational Therapeutics Accelerator has awarded $1.7 million across five bridge grants for research in brain health, pediatrics, and rare diseases. The grants aim to advance small molecule, protein-based, and gene therapy candidates for conditions where existing options fall short.
The PATHFINDER 2 study found that adding a blood test to standard screening increased cancer detection 6.5-fold, identifying cancers with no routine screening options. The test demonstrated a high specificity and low false-positive rate, making it a powerful complement to standard screening.
NJIT students' swarm robot power plan, known as OSEHS, aims to harness 0.01% of the Sun's raw power to power the moon's surface. The team's proposal earned a $15,000 NASA prize and now plans to turn the idea into a startup venture to help power data centers.
Dr. Laura Kim's team aims to detect early-stage endometriosis using a quantum sensing platform, providing a new diagnostic tool for a debilitating inflammatory disease affecting 1 in 10 women. The technology, developed with a NIH Trailblazer Award, will measure subtle magnetic signals at the microscopic level, enabling earlier and more...
A new study by the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution found that climate change may be more challenging for species to adapt to than previously thought, a new study suggests. The study of black-browed albatrosses found that limiting greenhouse gas emissions can improve the species' chances of survival, reducing projected extinction p...
New research suggests that social media is not a substitute for real-life emotional support, with study findings indicating a strong link between loneliness and poor mental health. The studies also found that social media use soon after waking was associated with depression.
A new study by UC Riverside scientists has identified MAPK14, a brain protein, as the driving force behind neuroHIV damage, which causes dementia, neuropathy, and memory problems. By targeting this protein, researchers hope to develop a treatment for neuroHIV, a condition affecting millions worldwide.
A new AI framework developed by NYU Tandon researchers combines traffic forecasting, spatial mapping, and a locally hosted large language model to provide actionable guidance for urban planners. The system outperformed conventional statistical forecasting techniques and demonstrated improved prediction accuracy on previously unseen data.
A new study suggests that combining human and algorithmic approaches can help the FDA prioritize medical device reviews, reducing recalls and improving efficiency. The system identifies potential safety risks and flags devices that require human expert review, allowing the FDA to focus on the most critical cases.
Researchers developed a model of the primary visual cortex, introducing feedback mechanisms to constrain chaos and reduce neural activity variability. The model showed a 93 percent reduction in variability, allowing the brain to remain flexible while reliably processing visual information.
Researchers found that mice moved closer to a familiar companion when hearing a warning signal, but not with a stranger. This suggests a brain circuit that links social memory to threat response, with the hippocampus acting as a gatekeeper for familiar interactions.
The study highlights the fragmented timing of warming increases across the globe, providing a nuanced perspective on global-warming acceleration. Regional accelerations are most prominent in the Northern Hemisphere's mid-latitudes, such as southeast China and the Gulf of Mexico.
Researchers at UC San Diego identified a naturally occurring peptide called catestatin (CST) that reduces toxic protein accumulation, neuroinflammation, and improves cognitive function in mouse models. CST may provide a new peptide-based therapeutic strategy for Alzheimer's disease and related neurodegenerative disorders.
A new study from Florida International University found that preschoolers with a higher body mass index (BMI) showed differences in brain regions involved in reward, taste, and hunger. The study suggests that the relationship between obesity risk and brain development may begin years earlier than previously thought.
Researchers tested a potential drug combination for metastatic uveal melanoma, uncovering clues about treatment resistance. The study found that levels of an enzyme called ALDH1A3 increased after treatment in patients whose disease progressed, while those whose disease remained stable had lower levels.
Researchers at Thomas Jefferson University found that women with high smoking histories and previous cancer diagnoses were more likely to be overdue for breast cancer screening. Integrating a simple reminder into lung cancer screening programs can address the 'critical gap in preventive care', increasing adherence to recommended screen...
Researchers found a mathematical solution describing how a spin glass transitions to ultrafast behavior resembling a black hole. The discovery connects ultraslow quantum magnetism to fast, entangled dynamics, with potential applications in quantum technologies.
Three teams from Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Thailand won the hackathon with innovative digital health platforms and decision-support tools to support maternal and child nutrition. The winning teams will participate in the Asia-Pacific Global Health Innovation Hackathon Incubation Programme to further develop their ideas.
A startup collaboration between Silly Surfacing and the University of Pittsburgh's IDEA Lab has led to the development of a pothole-filling robot, utilizing 3D scanning, mapping, and computer vision to repair road damage. The system uses a time-of-flight camera and can fill a pothole at full scale.
Researchers found that three simple cleaning methods, including dishwashing liquid, 70% alcohol, and peracetic acid, substantially reduced bacterial levels on used single-use medical devices. The study suggests that these methods could be useful in emergency situations where medical supplies are scarce.
Researchers developed a system-level simulation framework to evaluate ultra-dense indoor 5G and 6G wireless networks, integrating 3GPP channel modeling, beamforming, and link adaptation. The framework achieved 42% higher average cell throughput and 160% higher 5th-percentile user throughput under imperfect channel information.
Insilico Medicine will present initial Phase I data for ISM6331, a pan-TEAD inhibitor, in patients with advanced solid tumors and mesothelioma. The treatment targets the Hippo pathway, a key regulator of cell growth and survival.
Researchers developed an AI-based method to predict bitterness of peptides, enabling de novo design of bitter peptides for improved flavor control. The method used a combination of a protein language model and an artificial neural network to analyze structural data, resulting in the identification of new bitter-tasting peptides.
A research team led by Professor Inki Kim has developed an ultra-sensitive nanoplasmonic biochip that verifies the efficacy of Parkinson's disease treatments in real time. The technology combines a stem cell-derived 'mini-brain' with a nanoplasmonic sensor to measure dopamine levels without damaging the tissue.
Researchers developed a 3D-printed copper mirror with built-in water-cooling channels for high-power 10.6-μm CO2 lasers. The integrated design improves laser-damage resistance and reduces heat buildup, enabling compact thermal-management solutions for EUV lithography and other high-power systems.
The book explores diverse microbial strategies for wastewater remediation, including indigenous microorganisms and genetically modified microorganisms. Advanced technologies such as biosorption and membrane bioreactors are also examined, highlighting their potential to address the growing global challenge of wastewater pollution.
This book examines the gut-brain axis and its influence on neurological health, including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS. The authors discuss potential microbiota-based interventions, such as probiotics and prebiotics, to modulate neurological health.
The book delves into practical approaches to reducing waste and improving environmental performance in the tourism sector, covering topics such as food waste, plastic and e-waste, and eco-friendly hospitality. It emphasizes policy-driven solutions to promote responsible tourism development.
Living matter breaks symmetry when cellular flows form and break down collective patterns, challenging conventional liquid-crystal physics. The researchers developed an active 'nemato-polar' model, introducing polar self-propulsion into a nematically ordered system, which spontaneously creates a permanent spiral trajectory.
The book explores AI-powered medical imaging, surgical planning, and real-time augmented reality guidance for more accurate and personalized procedures. It also examines ethical considerations and future directions in precision surgery, supported by practical case studies.
A new satellite-based tool, SHABA, analyzes spatial and temporal vegetational dynamics to detect changes in vegetation around mining sites. The tool, developed by a research team at Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, has the potential to quantify the global environmental impact of mining.
A study in the Democratic Republic of Congo found that 35% of mpox PCR tests may have been false diagnoses, caused by environmental contamination of samples. The team suggests lowering the PCR positivity threshold to reduce false positives without increasing false negatives.
Analysis of 20 years and 194 countries reveals epidemic disasters disproportionately affect health workforce equality in low- and middle-income countries. Global losses in human resources for health are estimated due to infectious disease epidemics, with significant impacts on healthcare systems.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Medicine·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 22, 2026
The triple planetary crisis is heightening global health inequality, with low-income countries and vulnerable populations disproportionately affected. Researchers call for a holistic approach to address health risks from climate change, environmental pollution, and limited resources.
Hebrew University leads Israel in the number of academic subjects ranked among the world's top 50, according to the 2026 Shanghai Ranking. The university placed 17th worldwide in Communication, 24th in Mathematics, 36th in Law, and 44th in Public Administration, with seven subjects ranked among the top 100.
This technology suppresses close-in and reciprocal mixing phase noise in radio frequency signals, improving signal clarity in communication systems. It achieves this suppression without prior training or side information, simplifying implementation and reducing system complexity.
A key-decoupled circuit-model blind quantum computation protocol enhances privacy protection in delegated quantum computing while reducing operational burden. The protocol uses independent encryption and decryption keys to conceal the target operation within its Pauli equivalence class.
Researchers found strong initial protection from TB preventive treatment (TPT) in 24 countries, but long-term protection varied depending on TB disease burden. In high-burden settings, protection waned after just one year, while in low- and medium-burden settings, it lasted at least 8 and 13 years, respectively.
Catherine Dulac's research revealed the neural circuits underlying instinctive behaviors such as mating, parenting, and aggression. She has made striking discoveries about how the brain generates complex parenting behaviors.
The FDA approved FAYUVI, a gene therapy treatment for pediatric patients with Sanfilippo Syndrome Type A, following years of research at the Abigail Wexner Research Institute. The treatment, developed by Nationwide Children's Hospital, is the fourth gene therapy to gain FDA approval from the institution.
Experiencing childhood trauma increases likelihood of smoking, substance use, and unhealthy eating habits due to behavioural problems in adolescence. Early interventions addressing these mental health difficulties may reduce long-term physical health consequences of childhood trauma.
An interdisciplinary team created Who Eats Whom, a website drawing on iNaturalist data to explore trophic interactions globally. The platform has logged 17,000 observations of 5,700 species, showcasing the public's interest in smaller trophic relationships.
A meta-analysis of 27 studies confirms that digital textbooks (DTs) significantly enhance students' intrinsic learning motivation compared to traditional paper textbooks. DTs' accessibility, multimodal features, and interactive tools effectively meet students' core psychological needs, fostering deeper engagement and understanding.
A team of researchers has developed nanoparticles that can activate nerve cells in degenerated retinas, potentially leading to a new type of retinal prosthesis. The nanoparticles, made from graphitic carbon nitride, trigger electrical and chemical processes that activate nerve cells and prompt signals towards the brain.
A new study suggests that waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) is a reliable screening tool for pediatric metabolic steatotic liver disease (MASLD), with a threshold of 0.48 performing well across most ethnic groups. Genetic risk scores added little benefit, indicating that a simple tape measure may suffice for initial screening.
Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland discovered that retinal dopamine concentrations increase before structural degeneration begins, suggesting overactivation of the dopamine system during retinal degeneration. This finding has implications for developing gene therapies and treatment targeting the catecholamine system.
A research team controlled ferrimagnetic material's magnetic properties using electrical signals, lowering its compensation temperature by up to 110K. This technology has significant potential for next-generation spin memory devices with adjustable magnetic properties.
The guideline establishes a framework for personalized phage therapy, including standardized procedures for selecting and testing phages, infrastructure development, and quality control. Clinical research indicates a favorable safety profile, but efficacy has yet to be fully demonstrated.
Researchers at DGIST developed Adaptive Grid-Refinement MUSIC technology to reduce computational load for high-resolution angle estimation in autonomous robots. The technology achieves a 88% reduction in unnecessary search computations while maintaining detection performance, making it suitable for real-world applications.
The AudioSight platform combines smartphone-based pupillometry, low-cost near-infrared hardware, and AI analysis to screen for and track hearing-related disorders. The platform generates risk scores for auditory dysfunctions using a BiLSTM-attention model, offering a potential solution for widespread hearing disorders.
China's 2025 climate report reveals distinct warm-wet conditions, with the national annual-mean temperature tied as the highest on record. Annual precipitation was above normal, with new records set for rainfall amount and duration in various regions.
A new study from Bournemouth University surveyed 2,112 UK adults engaged in matched betting, finding that many perceived it as risk-free despite losing over half. Participants attributed losses to mistakes rather than risk, highlighting the need for greater research on matched betting's effects.
This technology enables high-throughput screening for small molecules that selectively lower toxic CAG repeat RNA, helping to develop therapies for neurodegenerative diseases like Huntington’s and spinocerebellar ataxias. The system overcomes major limitations of previous constitutive systems by utilizing an inducible promoter, dual-re...
Researchers at the University of Missouri identified a breakdown in nerve-muscle communication that contributes to age-related muscle weakness, also known as sarcopenia. By targeting a specific protein, they found a potential path toward improving muscle strength in older adults.
A novel multimodal auditory assessment platform combines brain-activity measurements and pupil-response monitoring to evaluate hearing-related disorders. The platform has been implemented for data collection and has shown promise in identifying features associated with abnormal auditory sensitivity.
Researchers identified a previously unknown pathway that prostate tumors leverage to suppress the immune system, reshaping the tumor microenvironment to resist treatment. Combining B7-H3-targeted therapy with MEK inhibition improved antitumor responses and prolonged survival in preclinical models of castration-resistant prostate cancer.
Researchers identify brain circuit that supports flexible behavior, but is hijacked by cocaine to drive repetitive actions. Activating or suppressing opposing neural pathways can either promote rigid behavior or interrupt cocaine-driven repetitive behavior.
The Neighborhoods Study, a nationwide NIH-funded research initiative, investigates the relationship between social and environmental factors and Alzheimer's disease risk. Emory Goizueta Brain Health Institute is part of the study, which aims to understand how environmental exposures influence brain health and dementia risk.
A Purdue-led study published in Communications Earth & Environment reveals a complex history of water on Mars, with evidence of multiple water episodes and hydrothermal activity. The research found carbonate-rich ridges, groundwater, and lake water, shedding light on the possibility of life on Mars.
A study with mice found that seven days of strength training activated lipid breakdown mechanisms, reduced fat cell size, and decreased fat around the intestines. This effect occurred even before any weight loss was observed on the scale.
Researchers have developed a strategy to eliminate directional bias in magnetic particle assembly, using a slight rotation of the magnetic field beyond 360 degrees. This allows for isotropic interactions, identical in every direction, enabling the formation of uniform crystalline materials.
A new study by the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine found that seatbelt usage is more closely tied to situational factors such as driving at night or high speeds than demographic characteristics. The study analyzed data from 1,000 participants and found that 30% of buckling behavior could be attributed to situational factors.
Researchers are developing self-lubricating metal alloys that won't break down even at ultra-high temperatures, reducing dependence on conventional lubricants and coatings. The project aims to create a reusable materials-discovery infrastructure, enabling materials that become functionally adaptive to their environment.
Research reveals that naturally laid oak silkworm eggs produce a volatile compound called 2-ethyl-1-hexanol (2EH) that acts as a natural repellent, reducing parasitism. This discovery provides a new perspective on how insects protect their offspring and could have practical applications for optimizing biological control programmes.
Brodsky is exploring the translation potential of Microgrid Optima, a platform to optimize energy storage operations and minimize peak power demand. The project aims to address the rising energy demand by 2030, partly due to growing AI computational requirements.
Emma Zhang's research develops biological approaches to improve recycled concrete aggregates and convert fine particles into useful construction materials. The project aims to conserve domestic resources, reduce solid waste, and support more durable infrastructure materials.
Leading experts from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine will present research and moderate sessions on advancements in radiation oncology care and research. Neha Vapiwala, MD, will deliver the Presidential Address, highlighting priorities and insights for advancing radiotherapy's role in clinical care.
Researchers at KAUST found that controlled exposure to dead pathogenic cells can help corals resist future infection, suggesting the presence of an immune-like memory. This 'priming' approach may provide a safer and more effective strategy for coral conservation and reef restoration.
A Tulane University study found that loneliness and social isolation can cost people nearly six years of life free from mental disorders like depression and anxiety. The study, published in Nature Communications, also found a smaller but still significant toll on physical health.
A recent study found that atmospheric particles, including aerosols and clouds, have contributed to the slower warming trend in India over the past three decades. The researchers discovered that aerosol loading and cloud cover have resulted in significant surface cooling, which would have been nearly twice as large without these factors.
This study presents the first complete ant fauna inventory for the Xisha Islands, revealing 21 ant species and 70% native taxa. Exotic species, including globally invasive fire ants, are significantly boosted by human disturbance, while vegetation type has negligible influence. Most Xisha ants are ground-dwelling omnivores, forming mut...
A new study by Danish researchers proposes a paradigm shift in understanding antibiotic resistance, highlighting the importance of environmental factors such as temperature, oxygen levels, and pH. This new knowledge may lead to more targeted treatments and better monitoring of resistance in humans, animals, and the environment.
This technology rescues segmented negative-sense RNA viruses directly from complementary DNA in Vero cells, streamlining live-attenuated vaccine production. It utilizes non-cancerous Vero cells and employs triggered endosome escape transfection techniques for efficient delivery.
The Research Highlighter-MatchMaker Project streamlines research collaboration and funding discovery using AI and natural language processing. It offers a searchable portal and automated email recommendations to facilitate connections between researchers and funding opportunities.
The grant will support research experiences for 12 WPI undergraduates in Solomon Mensah's lab, aiming to determine the molecular mechanisms behind sepsis-induced blood clotting. The goal is to rescue a damaged glycocalyx barrier, paving the way for sepsis treatments.
Researchers developed LC-OCT, combining optical coherence tomography and confocal microscopy, to create 3D images of skin at a micrometer scale. The AI-assisted method provides color-coded probability values for basal cell carcinoma detection, allowing early diagnosis and potential treatment with creams instead of surgery.
George Mason University's Professor Joan Kang Shin has received a $100,000 grant from Family Health International to deliver the TEYL course to 125 teachers worldwide. The funding will support the development of an online professional development course focused on teaching children.
Researchers have demonstrated that CAR T-cell therapy can enable women with autoimmune diseases to have normal pregnancies and give birth to healthy babies. Notably, the autoimmune disease did not return during the pregnancies, even though patients had stopped taking immunosuppressive medication.
Scientists have created functionalized iron oxide nanoparticles that can bind to various PFAS molecules and microplastics, enabling their removal from water using a magnet. The technology has been successfully tested on contaminated drinking water sources, reducing PFAS concentrations by 87%.
The LUMIO CubeSat will observe Apophis's 2029 flyby from the Earth-moon L2 point, providing valuable data on tidal interactions and asteroid observation. The study shows that LUMIO-Cam can detect Apophis as a sub-pixel target and observe its spin-period information.
Research by Professor Dong Zhang's team identifies IFITM1 as a key regulator of mitophagy, essential for maintaining the anti-tumor activity of double-negative T cells. This mechanism provides a promising strategy for optimizing TCRαβ+CD4-CD8- T cell therapies.
This technology introduces a method to enhance neural network security by applying weight perturbations during training, preventing unauthorized access and attacks. It strengthens model integrity across all layers, ensuring holistic protection against various attacks.
Scientists discovered a new species of amoeba that can survive and thrive at temperatures up to 70°C (158°F) by changing shape and forming a protective outer layer. The organism's genome has extra genes associated with protein maintenance and DNA repair, helping it cope with extreme heat.
A new discriminative model improves the detection of unknown electromagnetic waveforms by combining time- and frequency-domain features with a cosine similarity loss function. This approach enhances the extraction of class-specific features, leading to higher prediction accuracy and robustness in identifying unknown or unseen waveforms.
Researchers found that sensory neurons retain a memory of allergens that may explain why allergies develop over time. This memory primes neurons to respond more strongly to later exposures, even after the original allergen is gone.
Researchers have successfully adapted a commercial camera to measure solar cell efficiency using electroluminescence imaging. The modified camera, with a long-pass filter, provides accurate luminescent quantum efficiency measurements, enabling cost-effective analysis of solar cell quality.
A randomized clinical trial found that 200-mg/d DNL343 did not slow disease progression in ALS patients, suggesting the need for alternative therapeutic approaches. The study highlights the importance of exploring new treatment options for ALS, a devastating neurological disease.
The proposed framework integrates knowledge graphs and large language models to diagnose space TWTAs, achieving high adoption rates and robust stability, with a 94.56% adoption rate and 95% accuracy in real-scenario testing.
A novel software and hardware solution analyzes synaptic dysfunctions related to Autism Spectrum Disorders and similar complex neurological conditions. The technology, comprising a neural network model and hardware architecture, provides real-time, biologically relevant synaptic analysis.
A novel ex vitro transformation method utilizes Agrobacterium rhizogenes to genetically modify woody plants' roots, eliminating the need for tissue culture. This approach accelerates the development of genetically engineered trees, making it a cost-effective and scalable solution for the forestry and agricultural sectors.
Researchers developed a non-invasive method to detect Meniere's disease using mass spectrometry on earwax samples, providing a rapid and cost-effective solution for diagnosis. The technology offers enhanced diagnostic accuracy and opens new avenues for monitoring disease progression and response to treatment.
Researchers found that lower bone mineral density in the spine was associated with faster cognitive decline and accelerated age-related white matter injury. Lower bone density was also linked to specific brain regions, including the corpus callosum and the internal capsule, which support executive function.
Researchers identified MLC1 antibody as a possible trigger for NMOSD, a rare autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system. The study found that MLC1 antibodies bind to astrocytes, damaging them, and suggest a new approach for therapy.
The Blavatnik Foundation recognizes 9 young scientists for their exceptional research, advancing discoveries in life sciences, physical sciences & engineering. The 2026 honorees are advancing discoveries in areas such as autoimmune disease, cancer, and quantum technologies.
Robert Loredo's new book, 'Quantum Readiness for Leaders,' offers a practical guide for business and technology leaders to navigate the opportunities and challenges of quantum technology. The book provides frameworks for evaluating quantum opportunities, building quantum teams, and preparing security architectures.
Researchers used AI and climate models to analyze the impact of past decade emissions on Europe's heat waves, finding strong evidence that emissions intensified the region's recent heat waves. The study suggests that even with successful emission reductions, extreme heat waves will continue to worsen.
Researchers found a potential link between breast tissue size and several common neurological and sleep disorders, including chronic migraine and neck pain. Women with macromastia were 40% more likely to have chronic migraine, twice as likely to experience neck pain, and more than twice as likely to have cervical radiculopathy.
A new study aims to find new ways to prevent strokes in people with chronic migraine by understanding the link between cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health. The research also explores the role of immune cells in blood vessels and their impact on migraine attacks.
Binghamton University researchers received funding to develop artificial intelligence-powered cancer diagnostic tools and RNA therapeutic drug delivery systems. The projects aim to improve treatment decision time and reduce toxicity risks, potentially saving lives.
A recent study found that the age-specific mortality risk of smoking is relatively stable over time, with the main contributor being the aging population. As a result, the overall increase in smoking-related mortality risk can be attributed to the shift towards older smokers, who are more susceptible to the health effects of smoking.
A Bayesian agent-based model forecasts mass shootings by analyzing three key factors: motivated perpetrators, access to firearms, and suitable target populations. The model assigns higher risks to areas with a history of shootings, suggesting access to firearms is a critical limiting factor in mass shooting risk.
Researchers will explore external risk factors, neural circuits, and molecular signaling to understand mood state switching in bipolar disorder. The new grants will also focus on women's health and sex differences in the condition.
Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a method to reduce nitrates into compounds that can be reused as fertilizer or recycled. The method uses an iron complex and hydrogen bonding to break down nitrate into nitric oxide and ammonia.
A new species of killifish, Laimosemion laranja, has been discovered in the Brazilian Amazon, characterized by its striking orange coloration. The fish is considered Endangered due to habitat loss and pollution, prompting efforts to protect its habitat.
Researchers from the University of East London have developed a new method to predict how different chemicals behave, which could help identify the most promising battery materials. The method, published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, uses X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and computer modeling to predict the behavior ...
IMS Solutions launches with a £1.1 million Seed round to develop a stratification test for Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) and a urine test for Adrenocortical Carcinoma (ACC), aiming to improve patient outcomes and reduce costs. The technology platform detects unique steroid signatures in urine and blood, offering a mor...
The use of AI in consular affairs is increasing, with automated systems screening passport photos and pre-sorting visa applications. However, concerns arise about human oversight, with experts warning that AI can shape what information officials see before making decisions that affect people's lives.
Research in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine suggests that mothers with poor sleep quality in late pregnancy had babies with lower weight in the first 6 months of life, but higher weight after age 1-2 years. This effect was strongest in male infants and in babies born at term.
SourceElsevier·JournalAmerican Journal of Preventive Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 22, 2026
A new study found that films written by women but directed by men generate higher profits than those written by men, with a 34% median profit increase. Despite this, women are still severely underrepresented in directing roles, with only 29.4% of films crediting a woman as a director or screenwriter in 2023.