A new study from Dartmouth College found that droughts in the Northeastern US have decreased due to increased precipitation, outpacing water loss from the surface. The research team analyzed changes in drought frequency, intensity, and duration from 1901 to 2022, comparing their results to the US Drought Monitor.
The 2026 Planetary Health Check reveals record-breaking levels of transgression across seven Planetary Boundaries, including climate change, ocean acidification, and freshwater change. The report highlights the urgent need for collective action to return to safe operating spaces and protect lives and livelihoods.
A new nanotherapy has been developed to target endometriosis, reducing symptoms and disease progression in a mouse model. The treatment, using a commonly available drug delivered by a tiny nanoparticle, has shown promise in early testing.
Researchers found that AI chatbots, including ChatGPT, produce less sophisticated responses when prompted with language associated with women, compared to male-coded prompts. The study highlights the potential for AI tools to perpetuate biases and disadvantage women in professional communication.
The EMERGE project establishes a philosophical, mathematical and technological framework for collaborative awareness in artificial systems. Researchers found that people can understand an artificial system as aware without assuming subjective experience, and that increasing awareness can improve performance.
Researchers develop a new approach for reconstructing graphs with incomplete information, handling both feature and structure completion. The EWS-RGCN model uses separate channels and a multi-level contrastive graph mask autoencoder to overcome limitations of weak supervision and limited labeled nodes.
A new study projects that children born in 2025 will live through more than three additional years of extreme fire weather compared to those born in 1950, mainly due to climate change. Limiting warming to 1.5°C could reduce lifetime exposure by more than a year, giving them a chance at a full and healthier life.
Researchers have identified genes responsible for brain regeneration in flatworms, which could lead to better therapies for humans with traumatic brain injuries or brain diseases. The study's findings may help humans harness their own cellular abilities to heal brain injuries or regrow their brains entirely.
A study found that children at high genetic risk of type 1 diabetes whose gut microbiome development plateaued early had three times the risk of developing the disease. The study also identified patterns of microbiome maturation and genetic influences on disease risk.
A study published in Biology of Sex Differences found that newborn infants, on average, prefer to look at social stimuli, with females spending more time on social stimuli and males on non-social stimuli. The study suggests that prenatal biological factors contribute to these sex differences in attention.
Researchers at MIT have developed a noninvasive way to detect biomarkers of senescence, a state of cells that stop dividing but do not die, using Raman microscopy and gene expression data. This method could lead to better diagnosis and treatment of age-related disorders.
A study from Linköping University highlights the importance of regular drills, staff safety, and communication systems in mass casualty planning. The research shows that staff training exercises enable staff to work automatically during crises, while staff safety is crucial to prevent attacks on staff and ensure system effectiveness.
A phase 2 trial found that vitamin C may benefit people with pre-cancer blood disorders by altering inflammatory signaling molecules and reducing adverse events. The study suggests that vitamin C may help regulate inflammatory pathways associated with growth and progression of pre-cancerous blood cells.
Researchers identify elevated levels of meprin-β in brain and cerebrospinal fluid of people with Alzheimer's disease, particularly in advanced stages. This finding suggests a possible relationship between meprin-β and beta-amyloid accumulation, a hallmark of the disease.
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A phase 2 clinical trial found that vitamin C supplements reduced the frequency of anemia, pneumonia, and internal bleeding in patients with pre-cancer blood disorders. The study suggests that vitamin C may improve outcomes in these patients, warranting further investigation in a phase 3 trial.
A team of researchers developed an ultrathin composite film combining electromagnetic interference shielding and infrared stealth, achieving an EMI shielding effectiveness of approximately 90 decibels. The film has a tensile strength comparable to that of high-strength steel and effective suppression of infrared emission.
A prosthetic scientist has developed technology to enhance the patient-prosthetist relationship and improve socket fit for individuals with limb loss. The technology uses sensors to quantify true socket fit in real time, replacing guesswork with data.
A physician-turned-patient, Dr. Wendy Harpham, shares her expertise on how clinicians' words can impact patient feelings and behavior. She advises doctors to be specific and compassionate, while patients should project confidence without being too honest, to maintain hope and appear competent.
People experiencing homelessness often face cognitive impairment due to various factors such as fetal alcohol syndrome, childhood trauma, and substance use disorders. To address this, experts recommend 24-hour supervision, brain rehabilitation, and structured care, akin to dementia support.
Working with engineered stone can lead to silicosis, a lung disease, as seen in a 47-year-old man who developed lung nodules after 10 years of exposure. The case highlights the need for regulatory reform, mandatory surveillance, and proactive worker education in industries using engineered stone.
The guideline provides new research-based tools and practical strategies to help health system leaders, healthcare providers, and individuals reduce vaccination distress. It emphasizes choosing coping strategies before and/or during vaccination, framed around the CARD system, an evidence-based tool developed by several authors.
A Northwestern University study found that 20 minutes of calming music significantly improves clinician energy levels and mood, increasing from 56% to 83% after the intervention. The music, designed to slow brain activity and promote relaxation, may provide an easy and practical way to support clinicians' wellbeing.
Researchers propose adaptive optics-based surface plasmon resonance holographic microscopy for background-free quantitative phase imaging. The method eliminates wavefront aberrations and enables high-quality imaging of samples with dense cell layers, promising applications in biomedical and materials science.
Researchers at KAIST developed CURE, a technology that enables small AI models on smartphones to work efficiently with large models on servers, reducing server calls by an average of 55.61% while maintaining high accuracy. This approach allows for faster decisions with less server support.
Researchers developed a redox-active ligand-stabilized LFP cathode integrating porphyrin molecules with nanoscale LFP, achieving high capacity and long-term stability. The cathode delivers approximately 260 mAh g−1 at 20 mA g−1 and retains 140 mAh g−1 at 2000 mA g−1, with nearly 100% Coulombic efficiency.
A novel optical singularity protractor enables precise rotation sensing with neuromorphic sensing, overcoming limitations of traditional Doppler-based methods. The approach decodes rotational frequency shift by tracking phase singularity trajectories, achieving high-precision and robust performance in complex scenarios.
The joint observations from the Einstein Probe and LHAASO reveal a 42-light-year-long X-ray tail near a pulsar, tracing the long journey of high-energy cosmic particles. The tail's direction matches the ultrahigh-energy gamma-ray emission, indicating that particles do not immediately diffuse isotropically after leaving their source.
Researchers developed a rheologically engineered 3D-printing strategy for highly loaded graphene/carbonyl iron composites, resulting in gradient honeycomb absorbers capable of ultra-broadband attenuation. The absorber achieves broadband absorption from 18 GHz to 4 THz with stable performance under various environmental conditions.
A systematic appraisal of current nutrition guidelines found that there is a significant gap in nutrition guidance for critically ill patients recovering from major surgery. Researchers recommend tailoring nutrition care to each patient's condition and stage of recovery to support healing and improve outcomes.
Molecular perovskite energetic materials have been developed as a new platform for multicomponent energetic crystals. The A-site can accommodate different organic cations, while the B-site and X-site can be replaced by different cations and energetic anions, allowing for the construction of diverse energetic crystals through component ...
The 2026 MRS International Risk Conference successfully concluded in Hawaii, exploring the theme 'AI in an Uncertain World' with 64 parallel sessions and 199 papers presented. Scholars debated the boundaries of AI-enabled finance and showcased diverse possibilities of AI tools in cutting-edge financial research.
Researchers found that montmorillonite inhibits chloropyromorphite aggregation by increasing negative surface charge, while goethite promotes rapid aggregation through charge neutralisation. Divalent calcium ions accelerate CPY settling through charge screening and cation bridging.
Researchers developed an AI-powered framework to optimize 2D material growth, enabling rapid process optimization and customized synthesis. The approach integrated machine learning and knowledge-driven reasoning to decipher multifactorial mechanisms.
A global alliance of sports and exercise medicine professionals addresses challenges of aging societies, including functional longevity. They emphasize the need for sports medicine to adapt to an aging population, prioritizing preventative measures.
Scientists create FeSn-DSACs catalyst to reduce chloride corrosion in seawater batteries, improving oxygen reduction and stability. The p-d orbital hybrid catalyst achieves a half-wave potential of 0.900 V and demonstrates near four-electron ORR pathway.
The team's CRESEnT technology converts easily degraded mRNA into a circular form, increasing protein production and stability. This enhances the productivity of cell factories used to produce valuable compounds, such as biofuels and pharmaceutical ingredients.
Researchers developed a flexible composite that can contain tritium and shield against nuclear radiation, offering a potential solution for radiation protection in future fusion facilities. The composite showed good resistance to thermal expansion, aging, and radiation, with effective shielding performance comparable to concrete.
Researchers found Campylobacter, Salmonella, Shigella, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria in 13%, 10%, 3%, and 12% of tanks, respectively, with elevated metal levels detected in metal tanks and poorly maintained systems. Regular maintenance and proper handling of rainwater systems are crucial to ensure water quality and public health.
Researchers developed a new method for creating safer plastics using porous ZIF-67 materials, which can improve polymer fire safety and reduce heat release during fires. The study found that combining ZIF-67 with different flame-retardant systems creates synergistic systems that provide improved protection.
At an oxide interface, an electric field can shift the main constraint on superconductivity from collective coordination to pair formation, enabling island network formation. This discovery was made at a LaAlO3/KTaO3 interface, where superconductivity is confined to a thin layer.
A new Cochrane review suggests that personalized programs to prevent falls in older people may not be effective in reducing falls. The review found that multifactorial programs, which are tailored to individual risk, have little or no benefit in preventing falls compared to standard medical care, exercise, or falls prevention education.
A new Cochrane review has found that emergency contraception containing mifepristone is more effective than other common methods, such as levonorgestrel, with fewer side effects. Mifepristone also showed a lower risk of nausea and vomiting compared to other methods, but a higher likelihood of delayed menstruation.
A new study from RMIT University suggests that environmental awareness alone may not stop people from buying ultra-fast fashion. Shoppers weigh sustainability against price and convenience, using budgets and careful planning to make purchases feel more acceptable. The study identifies two psychological patterns, strategic spontaneity a...
A KAIST research team developed a strategy to balance radical generation and catalyst regeneration, broadening the possibility of synthesizing complex molecules. The team used a ligand to regulate the copper catalyst's redox behavior, enabling efficient radical generation and catalyst regeneration.
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University used evolutionary algorithms to identify optimal shapes for ultra-thin, bio-inspired corrugated airfoils. They discovered designs that minimized drag or maximized lift, with corrugations near the leading-edge reducing frictional drag and convex shapes near the trailing edge increasing lift.
Researchers assessed glucose levels, carbohydrate intake, and continuous glucose monitoring accuracy during the 2025 Poznań Marathon. Participants with type 1 diabetes completed the race with performance comparable to controls, highlighting the potential for safe marathon participation with proper glucose management.
A small study using continuous glucose monitoring devices found that sex is not associated with an increased risk of hypoglycaemia in adults with type 1 diabetes. The study's results suggest that blood sugar responses are bidirectional and influenced by pre-SI glucose level, BMI, and time of day.
The study suggests that a 2D carbon-based material, MAC, can efficiently produce hydrogen through a metal-free process. The material's disordered structure provides a broad range of active sites, which can enhance hydrogen production.
Researchers developed a multitask deep learning framework to predict how strongly a material adsorbs sulfur gases and how effectively it senses them. The approach accelerated the discovery of materials for gas detection and purification, highlighting specific material candidates with strong sensing responses to toxic gases.
Researchers have developed a fluorescent sensing platform that can detect uranyl ions at very low concentrations while producing a color change that can be analyzed with a smartphone. The probe achieves ratiometric detection with built-in self-calibration, providing accurate quantification of uranium contamination in water.
Researchers detected a short-lived bulge at the volcano, attributing it to a million cubic meters of magma pouring into an existing magma reservoir. The finding demonstrates the effectiveness of Virginia Tech's early-stage alert system for volcanic activity.
A UCF researcher is using genomics, ecology, and long-term field monitoring to better understand how genetic rescue can help recover imperiled species. The project involves translocating Florida scrub-jays to a new site to increase genetic diversity and improve population health.
A new radiotracer, 18F-FDG PET/CT, has been shown to be highly effective in detecting rare and aggressive kidney cancer, renal medullary carcinoma (RMC). The tracer identified lesions in 98% of RMC patients and led to a change in treatment plan for 21% of patients with active disease, highlighting its potential to improve patient care.
Researchers identified 3,775 proteins in red blood cells and mapped thousands of physical interactions, revealing a dynamic network that adapts quickly to low-oxygen conditions. The study provides new insight into how red blood cells respond to high-altitude exposure and strenuous exercise, as well as pathological hypoxia.
Researchers found that the loss of the Y chromosome in healthy-seeming tissue can serve as an early indicator of cancer development. The study analyzed 1,000 tissue samples from 405 men and discovered that Y chromosome loss increased in normal tissue adjacent to tumors, particularly in organs like the colon, rectum, and esophagus.
A machine learning model accurately predicted healthcare workers' psychological resilience with 75% accuracy during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study identified stress, anxiety, and depression as key factors weakening resilience, while coping strategies like social support and meditation were associated with greater resilience.
Research from Ohio State University found that students with CPS contact are more likely to miss school and feel disconnected from their schools. Despite school connectedness interventions, these students still face attendance gaps, emphasizing the need for a broader toolkit addressing poverty, housing, and health disparities.
The 12th World Sustainability Forum (WSF-12) recognized scientific excellence through Oral Awards and Poster Awards, celebrating outstanding research contributions. The MDPI Sustainability Foundation Awards honored three researchers for advancing sustainability science and delivering meaningful societal impact.
Researchers at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have developed new ways to address the growing demand for fast and efficient data exchange. They have created photonic microchips and optical bridges that enable the economical production of optical systems for data networks, data centers, and artificial intelligence.