Researchers used a new method to measure the body temperature of Tyrannosaurus rex, finding it was around 97 degrees Fahrenheit, similar to humans. This discovery confirms that T. rex was a fast-moving predator that could survive in chilly climates, contrary to previous theories that it was a slow-moving slowpoke.
Researchers analyzed fossil data from 7 human ancestors, finding Australopithecus had strong arms but human-like leg pattern, while early Homo had stronger legs and weaker arms, suggesting a major shift in movement and living habits around 2 million years ago. This finding supports the idea that bipedalism evolved gradually, with early...
Researchers at MIT created a new computing platform that mimics the firing behavior of a neuron, enabling brain-inspired computing with low power and high efficiency. The device uses reconfigurable motion to remember and process information, similar to how neurons behave in the brain.
Researchers replicate 2,000-year-old burned papyrus scrolls, test a new method to decipher Herculaneum texts using X-ray tomography and leaded ink detection. The study provides a simple way to identify scrolls with leaded ink, which can be virtually unrolled and read.
Researchers at Tulane University have developed a diagnostic platform that can identify the precise species of bacteria causing NTM lung disease infections within four hours. The platform, called CANDI, uses mucus from the lungs and other respiratory fluids to test for up to 15 clinically relevant species and subspecies of NTM bacteria.
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a flexible foetoscope with magnets to navigate and seal blood vessels in the placenta, reducing the risk of twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome. The new robotic platform combines panoramic imaging and magnetic navigation for improved precision and control.
A major change in human ancestors' movement took place between 3 million and 1.8 million years ago, combining regular tree-climbing with walking on two legs. Early human ancestors like Australopithecus used trees as much as modern chimpanzees and gorillas do today, but when on the ground, they walked on two legs.
A review of 1,112 published studies found that women are less likely than men to receive active medical treatment for the same conditions, including surgery, stents, and strong painkillers. This disparity persists even when controlling for clinical guidelines, suggesting unequal care.
A new study reconstructs 26 plague genomes from 11 archaeological sites, showing that the disease repeatedly resurfaced in different parts of Europe over several centuries. The research also identifies multiple introductions of plague into Estonia, highlighting the complex history of the plague after the Black Death.
Researchers found that post-transplant cirrhosis cases often reflected recurrence of the original disease, with lower long-term survival rates. The study highlights the need for lifelong surveillance of fibrosis progression after transplantation to improve outcomes.
A new fund will invest in deep-tech ventures, technologies from the Hebrew University, and startups founded by alumni. The fund aims to raise $50 million and bridge the gap between promising scientific discoveries and the capital needed to turn them into successful companies.
Researchers at the 5th Institute of Physics achieved record values for the lifetime, size, and storage time of circular Rydberg atoms, enabling more powerful quantum simulators and computers. They set three international records at once, including the longest lifetime, largest controlled circular Rydberg atoms, and longest storage time.
Researchers used human toddlers' vocalizations to investigate AI's limitations in deciphering animal communication, finding that AI models failed to classify vocalizations according to their meaning. The study suggests that combining AI tools with behavioral observations and other methods is needed to truly decipher animal communication.
Researchers identify recurring states of tumor microenvironment that predict response to immunotherapy, finding that early treatment-induced changes can anticipate course of immune response
A new study published in Aging reveals that a mutation affecting the immune and metabolic regulator SHP-1 reshapes liver function during aging, showing improved glucose metabolism can coexist with immune-cell accumulation and liver fibrosis. The findings separate liver inflammation and fibrosis from insulin resistance, obesity and lipi...
Sanchez's team aims to encode mechanical behavior into textiles as they are manufactured, integrating sensors, actuators, and electronics into knitted structures. The goal is to create a fabric that can bend, twist, contract, or inflate while sensing its own movement and interaction with a user.
A study published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine found that a free smartphone app featuring AI-driven health coaching and blood pressure monitoring can help patients make meaningful reductions in blood pressure. The app, developed by Nuna, Inc., was incorporated into the care plan of 425 patients with high blood pressure, ...
A UConn study found that using farm-specific data helps accurately measure the environmental impact of creating and delivering milk. The study, which used data from a Bangladesh Agricultural University Dairy Farm, found that the carbon footprint of milk on the farm was 5.18 kilograms per kilogram of milk.
A new Curtin University study reveals the immense impact of young onset dementia on families, highlighting the need for timely diagnosis and appropriate support. Care partners often become advocates and problem-solvers, but face difficulties finding age-appropriate services, leading to delays and emotional strain.
Researchers have developed a computational framework to design and fabricate crisscross DNA megastructures, expanding accessibility to DNA nanotechnology. This breakthrough enables the construction of complex structures with precise control, opening up new avenues for applications in fields like optics, immunology, and tissue engineering.
A research team at the University of Osaka has created a porous crystal that grows into a spring-like helix, changing shape as solvent molecules move in and out. The crystal has a high porosity and retains its structure even at high temperatures.
Researchers have identified key factors contributing to dendrite formation in solid-state batteries, including low lithium self-diffusion and interfacial defects. Effective design strategies focus on managing stack pressure, controlling grain boundary chemistry, and reducing electronic conductivity to improve battery performance.
A research team integrated deep drilling, geophysical surveys, and 3D geological modeling to study Jiaodong's gold deposits. They found that fault-dip inflections and gently dipping faults control the spatial distribution of gold orebodies, refining the step-wise mineralization model for hydrothermal vein-type gold deposits.
Researchers developed a 3D numerical model of AEMWEs and optimized gas diffusion layer properties using active learning. The optimal configuration improved gas uniformity, heat transfer, and electrochemical performance. Permeability, electrical conductivity, and porosity were found to be crucial factors in mass transport and heat trans...
Researchers from NUS I-FIM separate the effects of phonons and electron collisions on current in twisted graphene by warming electrons while keeping the lattice cold. The results reveal a strong electronic contribution even in regimes often associated with phonons, and a new understanding of how resistance changes with temperature.
The study establishes a three-dimensional numerical model of AEMWEs and reveals the regulatory mechanisms of permeability, electrical conductivity, and porosity on mass transport and heat transfer. The optimal GDL parameter combination improves electrochemical performance and suppresses local heat accumulation.
A new model combines a Transformer backbone with physical constraints to predict SOH, achieving high precision and outperforming existing methods. The model's fusion of multiple features and incorporation of physical constraints significantly enhances its anti-interference ability.
High-throughput workflows enable highly integrated and programmed experiments to generate large, reproducible experimental datasets. However, limitations remain, including deviations between kinetic and non-kinetic control conditions, and the potential elimination of excellent catalysts under elevated pressures or induced activation.
Researchers developed a machine learning interatomic potential to explore γ-Al₂O₃'s structural landscape, revealing two low-energy configurations: γ-NAV and γ-AV. These models show significant disorder and abundant penta-coordinated Al³⁺ sites, which are preferred anchoring sites for Pt atoms.
New study defines thermodynamic-dynamic synergy metric to capture WPSH's linkage to East Asian weather anomalies. The JPDF metric shows stronger correlations with precipitation and temperature anomalies, projecting robust increases in WPSH area and intensity under future warming.
Researchers developed a multi-level dynamic integrated perception network to address temporal variability in cross-time EEG emotion recognition. The model achieves high accuracy and selectively calibrates temporal variability to preserve stable emotional signals.
Researchers at Shandong University of Technology and Dalian University of Technology report a nickel-cobalt layered double hydroxide electrocatalyst that selectively converts isobutanol to isobutyric acid. The catalyst exhibited significantly enhanced performance compared to monometallic hydroxide electrodes.
Researchers develop zirconium-modified LiMn₂O₄ film electrode to enhance selective lithium extraction from brine. The electrode exhibits improved structural stability and electrochemical kinetics, leading to increased lithium intercalation capacity and reduced manganese dissolution.
Researchers examine the research progress of electromagnetic induction heating in energy chemical processes, highlighting susceptor design and reaction coupling. Key findings include the use of carbon-based and macroscopic metal susceptors for efficient heating and reaction coupling.
The EASD has published its first evidence-based clinical practice guideline on diabetes distress, emphasizing the importance of assessing and managing emotional burdens in adults with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The guideline aims to improve clinical care and outcomes by incorporating a person-centered approach to diabetes care.
Researchers developed a multi-step crosslinking strategy to improve CO₂ separation in MOF-based mixed matrix membranes. The approach enhanced CO₂ solubility and selectivity, while maintaining interfacial compatibility and improving mechanical properties.
Researchers have developed a diamond material that actively regulates fractures by dissipating energy at the crack tip, leading to enhanced hardness and crack resistance. The material, NPD8, combines high hardness with increased indentation fracture toughness, making it suitable for high-speed cutting and drilling applications.
The two-step process achieves a higher yield and produces no highly toxic byproducts, but consumes more oxygen and ammonia. The one-step process has a cost advantage and lower life cycle emissions, with potential for improved sustainability through catalyst development and process optimization.
Researchers found that pore size and silanol groups on silica carriers are crucial for efficient catalyst design. The Ni3P/SiO2-I catalyst achieved optimal performance with abundant Si-OH groups and large mesopores, promoting activity and selectivity.
Daraxonrasib, a novel RAS-targeted therapy, has been approved for adults with metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma. Clinical trials have shown a median overall survival of 13.2 months and nearly three times the objective response rate compared to chemotherapy. The medication targets KRAS, NRAS, and HRAS mutations, covering over 90% of ...
This collection features articles on AI and data-driven biomaterials, covering topics such as organoid construction, 3D bioprinting, and machine learning-based analysis. The research explores the use of AI in biomaterials development, with potential applications in regenerative medicine and disease modeling.
Researchers at Queen Mary University of London identified a highly mechanosensitive cell population in tendons that respond differently to changes in their physical environment. The study provides new possibilities for future research into tendon health and repair, and may support research into tendon injuries in animals.
A new study suggests that immersive virtual reality training can help English teachers develop the social side of language use, leading to improvements in pragmatic competence and authentic interaction. The training program showed statistically significant gains in pragmalinguistic accuracy and sociopragmatic appropriateness.
Researchers studied n-hexane catalytic cracking over HZSM-5, finding that initial isomerization plays a crucial role in propylene and ethylene formation. The study revealed that isomerization pathway exerts opposing regulatory effects on ethylene and propylene production.
Researchers developed a multimodal AI model to predict octane numbers of fuel blends with high accuracy, outperforming conventional linear blending rules. The model achieved an R² of 0.9373 and an MAE of 4.04 for pure-component RON prediction, and 0.9736 and an MAE of 1.46 for mixture RON prediction. The model also enabled inverse fuel...
Researchers found older infants carried for longer periods, suggesting strong social bond drives ICC. Cause of death, maternal bond, and maternal investment also played a role in ICC duration, with disease-related deaths being carried for longest.
Fungi can metabolize spruce defense compounds and attach a ribose sugar to reduce toxicity, allowing them to overcome chemical defenses and promote the growth of other fungi associated with bark beetles. The discovery provides a crucial survival advantage to the fungus and holds the key to successful bark beetle colonization.
Scientists at the University of Groningen discovered a way to harvest extra energy from 'hot electrons' in solar cells, slowing down energy loss to nanoseconds. This breakthrough could lead to more efficient solar cells, exceeding the theoretical 33% limit.
A new study from Eötvös Loránd University examined factors influencing students' decisions to continue using ChatGPT for learning. Key findings include the importance of learning support, accessibility, academic engagement, usability, and perceived reliability. The study offers valuable insights for educators, institutions, and policym...
Research from Eötvös Loránd University and the HUN-REN Research Centre suggests dogs exhibit brain activity similar to human self-control, potentially shedding light on ADHD and obesity. This study uses non-invasive EEG measurement to investigate canine brain activity during restraint commands.
Researchers found that extremely rapid heating creates a vapor gap around six nanometers thick between the metal and ice, acting as a thermal barrier. This discovery challenges conventional heat-transfer models and has implications for fields like laser processing, data storage technologies, and catalysis.
A scoping review examines the impact of policy instruments on education, highlighting how they define policy problems, allocate roles, and shape governance. The study identifies six recurring effects, including legitimizing actors, reorganizing political spaces, and generating unintended consequences.
A research team at IBEC has developed XpertBiofilm, a simple and low-cost device that replicates the flow and shear stress bacteria encounter in the human body. The device allows for the growth of biofilms under controlled conditions, enabling the study of their formation and antibiotic susceptibility.
Researchers at Pennington Biomedical developed GVC-Calc to analyze continuous glucose monitoring data, providing a scalable and transparent approach. The platform supports batch processing, integrates individual-level data with cohort-level results, and offers consensus clinical metrics alongside exploratory measures.
An international research team has solved a 178-year-old mystery surrounding a train delay in Exeter, England, caused by a massive solar flare and coronal mass ejection in 1859. The team found that the incident most likely took place on October 18, 1848, rather than 1841, providing new insights into the earliest examples of space weath...
Edward Chouchani, PhD, a principal investigator at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, has been selected as a 2026 Blavatnik National Award finalist for his discovery of how metabolites regulate biological processes. His research has opened new paths to treat cancer and metabolic diseases.
Researchers at Heidelberg University find that lignin can be converted into methanol and formaldehyde through an abiotic process involving iron and reactive oxygen species. This process, discovered in natural soils, has implications for Earth's carbon cycle and atmospheric chemistry.
Scientists have created the first global atlas of single-cell microbes living in the aphotic ocean, revealing unexpected functions and capabilities among deep-sea microorganisms. The new database, GORG-Dark, contains over 9,600 genomes from individual microbial cells collected across a broad range of depths and locations.
Researchers developed a neural network-based framework that significantly improves the prediction of satellite clock bias for low earth orbit satellites. The approach uses advanced data-processing strategies and a reconstruction fine-tuning mechanism to enable more accurate and stable real-time predictions of satellite timing errors.
Mayo Clinic researchers report encouraging results using minibeam radiotherapy, delivering high doses of radiation to treat resistant cancers near the skin. The technique improved symptoms in 86% of patients and showed tumor regression and stability in 45% and 25% of tumors respectively.