Filippo Mancia will receive the 2027 Award in Membrane Protein Biophysics for his pioneering work on lipid-interacting membrane proteins. His groundbreaking research has transformed our understanding of essential biochemical processes, establishing him as a pioneer in membrane protein biophysics.
Lauren L. Porter will receive the Early Career Award for her work on predicting and understanding fold-switching proteins. The award recognizes her contributions to biophysics research and service during her independence.
Jason Casar and M. Julia Maristany receive 2027 Doctoral Research Award for innovative biophysics research. Casar develops ingestible optical microgauges to measure cardiac forces, while Maristany applies multiscale simulations to study chromatin organization.
Kandice Tanner, a researcher at the National Cancer Institute, will receive the 2027 Michael and Kate Bárány Award for her pioneering work on the biophysical determinants of organ-specific metastasis. The award recognizes her outstanding contributions to biophysics, highlighting her innovative approach to complex biological processes.
The Biophysical Society has announced its 2027 Society Fellows, recognizing outstanding contributions to biophysics and related fields. The award honors excellence in science and expansion of the field, with 6,000 members worldwide.
A new study found that a noninvasive magnetic therapy headset improved cognitive function and mood in people with long COVID, with effects persisting after treatment ended. The therapy, called Microtesla Magnetic Therapy, showed anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects in preclinical models.
The new Fe11 POM@CQD@Zn0.5Cd0.5S composite reaches a hydrogen evolution rate of 32.18 mmol·g−1·h−1, compared to other single and two-component catalysts. The catalyst maintains its activity through five cycles, with a reported solartohydrogen efficiency of 1.69%.
Researchers at Upstate Medical University identified a crucial mechanism for determining myelin length, which varies throughout the nervous system and influences nerve signal speed. The findings, published in PLOS Biology, provide new insight into how the brain and spinal cord organize nervous system wiring.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine identified a metabolic weak point in exhausted immune cells in head and neck cancer. The study found that blocking this weak point in laboratory experiments reactivates the cells, suggesting a potential target for future treatment.
A new study reveals that linker histone H1 initially flits around inside a cell without a clear aim, until a chaperone protein escorts it to its target, the nucleosome. This finding sheds light on how H1 regulates gene expression and compacts DNA, and could lead to new therapies for diseases.
Researchers develop a microrobot skin that converts chemical energy from the substrate and atmospheric moisture into electricity. The skin can sense the surface beneath it and detect different materials, allowing the robot to recognize its environment and actively seek energy-rich paths.
Researchers reconstructed the evolutionary history of New World blackbirds, tracing their spread across the Americas as a long, gradual process. The study found that their ancestors reached South America 6 million years ago, coinciding with the expansion of open habitats.
Researchers found that sea squirts react to low-frequency vibrations in the substrate, not just sound pressure. These vibrations are associated with increased movements in the substrate, and the creatures show no reaction to sound pressure levels exceeding 130 decibels, provided that vibrations remain below certain thresholds.
University of Tennessee researchers are part of a nearly $1 million project to build a smart food production network, optimizing locally grown food distribution. The project, called DFARM, employs a user-centered software platform to connect community gardens, indoor hydroponic systems, and local food hubs.
Semmelweis University has advanced in two indicators, improving its score in a third while maintaining its position. The university ranks highest in Research Quality and second-best in Teaching, placing it in the top 25% of each group.
A proof-of-concept study tested three techniques for alerting users to hallucinated statements from embodied AI agents in VR systems. The findings suggest that embodied cues improve immersion, text cues offer clear interpretability, and icon cues strike a middle ground.
Researchers found that SD-208, an anti-fibrotic compound, reduces the release of extracellular vesicles, which are crucial for cell communication. By redirecting these vesicles to lysosomes, SD-208 may control cell communication, which can contribute to diseases like cardiovascular disease and cancer.
A new study from the University of Georgia found that patients with high out-of-pocket costs for semaglutide (GLP-1) are less likely to adhere to their medication, with nonadherence rising to over 80% when costs exceed $75. This suggests that policymakers and insurers should consider restructuring out-of-pocket costs and insurance desi...
Researchers found that an anti-aging drug improved brain blood flow for those carrying the APOE4 gene variant, which is associated with a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease. The study suggests that the drug may help preserve cognitive function for those at higher risk.
Researchers have discovered the crucial role of lipids in the organisation of the bacterial genome, revealing a new avenue for medical research. The study reveals that lipids play a central regulator role in controlling access to the genes, offering a new strategic target for medicine
Researchers are working on a four-year project to develop a personalized model that uses detailed blood flow information to detect obstructions in the aorta. The project aims to improve prenatal testing so that doctors can spot problems in the aorta before a baby is born and recommend treatments.
Researchers developed fluorescent molecular probes to detect glucose levels in living animals, enabling real-time visualization of sugar uptake. The technology also enables the detection of elevated glucose in living systems, including zebrafish with diabetes-like mutations.
A new study reveals significant gaps in menopause education among US family physicians, despite the growing need for standardized training. The study found that most programs have dedicated menopause curricula or integrated women's health education, but lack formal assessments to ensure consistency and depth of training.
MIT researchers have found that lung cancers can use two different mechanisms to evade KRAS-inhibiting drugs, with some tumor cells developing resistance by amplifying the KRAS gene and others changing their tumor type, leading to new insights into treatment resistance and potential targets for new drugs.
A multidisciplinary approach is crucial for treating recurrent prostate cancer, combining advanced imaging, radiation, and systemic therapies to address microscopic disease. The case report follows Larry Hardesty, who underwent several clinical trials, including PSMA-targeted radioligand therapy, leading to undetectable PSA levels and ...
Researchers at TU Wien have developed a new estimation method to infer the spatial temperature distribution within a packed-bed thermal energy storage system using a handful of strategically placed temperature sensors. This enables efficient operation and reduces the need for direct sensor measurements, opening up opportunities for con...
Researchers have uncovered the mechanics behind the oarfish's distinctive swimming style, which uses independent fin ray rotation to create wave-like motions. This unique anatomy allows the oarfish to propel itself forward and backward with subtle control, making it an efficient hunter.
A 345-million-year-old fossil of Westlothiana lizziae, once considered the world's oldest reptile, has been rewritten. The study reveals primitive gills and fish-like teeth, suggesting the animal was aquatic or amphibious, not terrestrial. This challenges the long-held idea that reptiles originated on land.
Researchers have used cryo-ET to visualize the steps of rotavirus infection, from attachment to punching a hole in the cell membrane and ejecting its RNA. The study reveals that virus protein 7 is the key player in this process, making the membrane permeable to calcium ions.
Researchers have developed a new paradigm in computational imaging that achieves video-rate capture of dynamic scenes using a single-core optical fiber and a single-pixel photodetector. The system utilizes highly stabilized dual optical frequency combs and a deep-learning transformer model to reconstruct high-fidelity target images.
Common viral infections like influenza and COVID-19 may accelerate the onset and progression of ALS by triggering an inflammatory response in the nervous system. Researchers at McMaster University found that even non-infectious respiratory viruses can leave lasting changes to the nervous system, leading to accelerated disease progression.
Researchers at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine discovered that language patterns during memory tests can signal current cognitive impairment. These patterns, such as using complex or simple sentences, repetition of story details, or admitting mistakes, can predict future cognitive performance.
A new study from the University of Ottawa found that older adults may not fully recover from heatwave effects overnight, even with cooling, and may require longer recovery periods. The study involved 18 adults between 67-84 years old, who were monitored in a climate-controlled chamber during a simulated multi-day heatwave.
Rumiana Dimova will receive the 2027 Agnes Pockels Award for her groundbreaking research on giant unilamellar vesicles. Her work enables breakthroughs in mechanical analysis and characterization of membrane interactions with biomolecular condensates.
Researchers identified 88 sites hosting AI-generated non-consensual intimate imagery, with 5 key players facilitating the problem. The study calls on technology providers to block or suspend services of sites hosting AI-NCII and deploy preventative safeguards.
William A. Eaton will receive the Biophysical Society's 2027 Award in the Biophysics of Health and Disease for his revolutionary work on sickle cell disease. His research has drawn surprising conclusions and novel treatments for patients, highlighting the significance of biophysics in disease understanding and treatment.
Erin D. Sheets named recipient of 2027 Rosalba Kampman Distinguished Service Award for visionary leadership and mentorship. The award recognizes her exceptional service to the biophysics community, demonstrated through her governance and mentorship roles.
Yadilette Rivera-Colón has been recognized for her contributions to biophysics education and mentoring, particularly for her initiatives to promote scientific outreach and inspire the next generation of biophysicists. The Biophysical Society has honored her with the 2027 Emily M. Gray Distinguished Educator Award for her tireless effor...
Researchers found a chimera mutant in a hybrid red swamp crayfish, showing irregular distribution of multiple genotypes within the same individual. The study provides valuable insights into the formation and maintenance of chimeras, which may also contribute to understanding biological mechanisms in organ transplantation.
This study identifies a diverse viral community in a rescued Naemorhedus griseus, including bacteriophages, plant-derived viruses, and mammalian viruses. The findings highlight the genetic diversity of Naemorhedus griseus-borne viruses and their transmission dynamics across humans, animals, and wildlife.
Stimulating two parts of the brain at the same time may create richer artificial touch sensations, according to a study published in Brain Stimulation. The study found that simultaneous stimulation of the primary somatosensory cortex and insular cortex produced qualitatively richer, multicomponent percepts in three patients.
Insilico Medicine nominates ISM1354, a novel small molecule GIPR antagonist, with robust weight-loss efficacy and improved pharmacokinetic and safety profiles. ISM1354 demonstrates a favorable safety profile, with minimal effects on cell viability and a lower potential hepatotoxicity risk.
Insilico Medicine will present its latest advances in LLM-driven drug discovery, autonomous robotics labs, and interdisciplinary scientific breakthroughs at AI Everything Abu Dhabi and BioJapan 2026. The company's leaders will also share insights into AI biology of aging, anti-aging interventions, and longevity drug discovery at the Ab...
The researchers developed a method to improve organic compound synthesis using oxygen and electricity by controlling local pH near electrodes, increasing target-product selectivity to 97% without adding peroxide oxidants. This technology has potential to contribute to the development of safer and more sustainable chemical processes.
A nationwide study in Singapore found that short-term increases in fine-particle air pollution are associated with more asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)-related emergency department visits. The study analyzed 6.5 years of national air quality data and found a clear relationship between PM2.5 levels and admissions.
A collaborative group of researchers has demonstrated charge sensing, high-frequency reflectometry, and the formation of a few-electron double quantum dot in a ZnO device. This breakthrough bridges a critical experimental gap for zinc oxide quantum devices, enabling the investigation of fundamental spin properties.
Researchers at TUM found that when food is scarce, male pigeons spend more time incubating eggs, allowing females to forage and maintain high parental care levels. Females are affected most by local food availability and have lower energy reserves, but males compensate by increasing their share of incubation effort.
Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have reconstructed the earliest stages of planet formation, revealing that Earth and Mars formed in different ways. The study's findings support the hybrid model, which suggests that both collision-based and pebble accretion mechanisms contributed to planetary formation.
Researchers found that lifestyle factors, environmental exposures, and living environment contribute to faster biological ageing in early adulthood. Childhood and adolescent lifestyle and environmental exposures explained approximately 28% of the variation in biological age at the age of 22.
Tropical cyclone activity and coastal hazards in East Asia are shifting northward, with landfall likelihood increasing at higher latitudes. The study found a significant redistribution of danger, with some areas becoming more exposed as tropical cyclones move northward.
The EU-funded Q-AID project has deployed its first two quantum-enhanced MRI systems at IBEC in Barcelona and the University of Antwerp. Researchers will use the POLARIS system to investigate metabolism in real-time, with applications in glioblastoma and ovarian cancer.
Researchers developed ML3DHS, an AI framework that assigns multiple related labels to 3D points, enabling machines to understand objects at different levels of detail. This improves navigation, interaction, and perception for robots, autonomous systems, and interactive 3D technologies.
Women in psychology research experience higher exit rates, particularly during the early years of their careers. A global analysis of 78,000 career paths reveals that long-term retention poses a greater challenge for women than access to academia.
Researchers at the Institute for Neurosciences CSIC-UMH identified a mechanism to balance memory flexibility and stability by regulating inhibitory interneuron activity in the hippocampus. Lower inhibitory activity increased sensitivity to changes, while higher activity maintained consistent representations.
A study of the Lancang River basin found that silicate weathering rates decrease with increasing erosion, while carbonate and sulfide oxidation rates increase. The study suggests that lithology, suspended sediment weathering, and groundwater input control chemical weathering and its carbon effect in large river basins.
Genetic identical fish display distinct individual behaviors in early life, and only form cohesive shoals around one month old. Social experiences play a key role in the emergence of group behavior, with interactions between fish shaping the collective phenotype.
Researchers developed the Motion Style Slider framework for continuous control of motion style intensity in generated human animation. The framework achieves consistent style control and smooth transitions using only two motion samples, allowing animators to refine character performances according to their creative vision.
A global analysis reveals that insects provide diverse benefits for wildlife, including food, shelter, and medicines. Insect declines will have far-reaching impacts on ecosystems, pollination, and sanitation.
Fungal communities in Chinese mangrove sediments exhibit scale-dependent assembly patterns, with regional-scale filtering by temperature and dispersal limitation, local-scale filtering by salinity and nutrient conditions, and micro-scale effects of cross-kingdom interactions.
Researchers have developed a compact Kerr microcomb that generates low-noise terahertz frequency combs and supports high-speed wireless communication. The platform combines compact packaging, low-noise terahertz synthesis, and high-order wireless modulation, enabling a scalable approach for future terahertz systems.