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A new study suggests that children with cerebral palsy born very preterm may need closer nutritional and rehabilitation monitoring due to higher risks of undernutrition and functional impairments. The study found that gestational age should be considered when assessing nutrition and rehabilitation needs in children with cerebral palsy.
Researchers identified a critical postnatal window in which excessive FGFR2 signaling drives coronal craniosynostosis by reducing GLI1+ progenitors and promoting abnormal osteogenesis. Restoring suture patency or RA signaling rescues structural and neurocognitive abnormalities.
The robots use torsion to store elastic energy and release it all at once, causing them to jump and repeat the process as long as they are exposed to infrared light. Design changes can control the movement, such as jumping forward or leaping vertically.
Researchers have developed a heat-driven, elastocaloric cooling system that leverages waste heat and solar energy for sustainable cooling. The system achieves a temperature difference of 4°C on the component level, demonstrating its feasibility.
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research have identified the electrical charge of droplets as a new factor contributing to surface corrosion. Charged droplets can puncture coatings like Teflon, causing damage and reducing durability.
A new trial has found that implanting an ICD in patients with mild-to-moderate heart dysfunction can reduce sudden cardiac death, particularly in younger patients. This breakthrough has the potential to save lives and expand treatment options for patients who previously were not eligible for ICDs.
Researchers have demonstrated that nano-antennas can enhance the fluorescence of proteins in living human and other mammalian cells, allowing for faster and more precise monitoring of electrical signals in the brain. This discovery adds a new tool for revealing electrical signals in the brain, using nanotechnology and genetic engineering.
Researchers at the Max Delbrück Center have developed a search engine, Malva, to analyze single-cell RNA data, enabling rapid analysis of millions of cells worldwide. Malva simplifies the task of wading through data from thousands of experiments and provides insights into RNA biology, cancer, and disease mechanisms.
Researchers developed a dual-threshold approach for measuring tumor volume on PET/CT, showing higher total lesion volume associated with shorter overall survival and time to treatment failure. FAPI PET/CT improved detection of ovarian cancer spread, while CD8-targeted PET tracked immune response in lung cancer.
Researchers at Tsinghua University Press review Pt-based catalysts for the reverse water-gas shift reaction, highlighting the importance of structurally defined active centers and defect-anchored single atoms. The study identifies priorities for future research, including improved stabilization of single-atom and sub-nanometer Pt species.
Researchers developed high-performance flexible thermoelectric generators with planar and multilayer-stacked structures, overcoming material flexibility and mechanical stability challenges. The devices achieved high energy conversion capabilities and demonstrated practical potential for wearable thermoelectric energy harvesting.
A new coating developed by Professor Zhang Yuxin's team achieves long-term adaptive anti-corrosion for magnesium alloys, overcoming the limitations of traditional epoxy resins. The coating combines a hierarchical composite system to provide both long-term barrier protection and on-demand release of corrosion inhibitors.
A collaborative research team has successfully upcycled phosphine waste into high-value electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution, a critical process for a hydrogen economy. The catalyst achieves exceptional performance in water splitting, making hydrogen production spontaneous and thermodynamically favorable.
Researchers have developed a concentration-gradient strategy to stabilize cell voltage for high-yield formate production via CO2 electroreduction. The strategy uses a concentration gradient to offset the voltage increase caused by cation migration, resulting in stable operation for up to 30 hours. This breakthrough enables efficient gr...
A new study found that off-equatorial Pacific warming halted La Niña development by inducing equatorial westerly wind anomalies, breaking the Bjerknes feedback. Climate models have been improved by refining ensemble forecasting frameworks to fully integrate off-equatorial ocean signals.
The updated expert consensus offers a practical roadmap for recognizing and treating childhood nocturnal enuresis, emphasizing symptom-based classification, individualized first-line treatment, and management of daytime urinary symptoms. The framework aims to provide more standardized, individualized, and family-centered care.
Dr. Sebastian Spethmann joins JMIR Cardio as Editor-in-Chief, bringing expertise in heart failure, cardiomyopathies, and digital health. He aims to integrate digital advancements into routine clinical care, enhancing cardiovascular health systems and patient outcomes.
Researchers from SWPS University found that mimicry in social interactions doubles tobacco consumption and makes quitting difficult. The study showed that when participants mimicked the smoker's movements, they were more likely to smoke and less likely to quit.
Insilico Medicine leaders will share AI-driven insights at key tech events, including LEAP 2026 and the UBS China A-Share Conference. The company will discuss how AI drug discovery is reshaping R&D paradigms, enhancing efficiency and innovation value.
Researchers at KIER develop technology to separate current collectors from spent battery cathode materials, regenerating materials to near-pristine condition. The process uses diethylene glycol solution, enabling complete separation and simultaneous regeneration of cathode materials.
A new study highlights the impact of coastal freshening on the giant amphipod species Paraceradocus miersi, which lose salts, gain water, and suffer gill damage in diluted waters. The research warns that continued freshening may pose a significant threat to many marine invertebrates and reshape the global ocean's communities.
Researchers identified a compound, PF-04457845, that slows ALS progression in mice, with potential as a therapeutic option. The compound targets N-acyl taurines, which correlate with ALS progression, and has been proven safe in humans.
Research suggests that insects struggle with hypoxia and hypobaria at higher elevations, limiting their ability to pollinate and survive. Insects with aquatic larval stages and high energy demands are particularly affected, highlighting the need for targeted conservation strategies.
A Swedish study found that short-term exposure to cold spells and higher ambient temperatures increased the risk of heart failure hospitalization within days. The study highlights the need for time-sensitive management and more urgent response strategies during heatwaves.
The new ESC Guidelines on cardiac rehabilitation emphasize its benefits for patients with various heart conditions, improving heart health and reducing the risk of cardiac events. The guidelines also highlight the importance of individualized programs, patient-centered care, and cost-effectiveness.
The 2026 ESC Guidelines on heart failure introduce significant changes, including a staging approach and removal of the mildly reduced ejection fraction phenotype. New recommendations focus on prevention, early treatment, and patient education, with updated therapies for specific patient populations.
A universal definition of myocardial infarction has been developed to improve diagnosis and treatment. The new definition considers the underlying cause of the MI and aligns with established approaches to clinical evaluation.
Researchers at EPFL's POWERlab have developed a new class of GaN transistor that can withstand nearly 4 kilovolts before breaking down, maintaining low resistance and reducing energy losses. This innovation is crucial for efficient power conversion in AI data centers and renewable energy systems.
A research team at the Wyss Institute has engineered bacteria to produce higher amounts of siderophores, molecules that extract iron from silicate minerals, speeding up rock weathering and removing CO2 from the atmosphere. This process has the potential to be implemented at industrial scales, offering a new climate-regulating strategy.
The new guidelines aim to increase kidney function and urine albumin testing in patients with CVD, identifying at-risk patients and prescribing targeted treatments. Early use of RAS inhibitors and SGLT2 inhibitors, alongside statin-based therapy, is particularly important in slowing CKD progression and reducing cardiovascular events.
Optical convolution computation enables parallel light propagation and multiplexing for faster and more energy-efficient computing systems. The review organizes the field into two paradigms: definition-based and theorem-based, which leverage mathematical principles to implement convolution operations in the physical domain.
A randomized trial found that patients with atrial fibrillation at intermediate risk of stroke experienced a 69% lower risk of adverse events with oral anticoagulants compared to no treatment. The study also showed a lower incidence of ischemic stroke with anticoagulant therapy.
The CARDIO-TTRansform trial investigated eplontersen in patients with transthyretin-mediated amyloid cardiomyopathy, but failed to meet its primary endpoint. The study found that eplontersen reduced circulating serum TTR, but had no significant impact on cardiovascular mortality and recurrent cardiovascular events in the overall popula...
A tailored strategy shortened antibiotic duration by two weeks in patients with left-sided infective endocarditis, with no compromise on safety. The study found that rates of primary relapse were low, and most were easily managed with reinitiation of antibiotics.
Researchers propose a new understanding of moral distress that links ethical awareness with clinician well-being, organizational culture, and patient care. The framework offers a clearer foundation for future research, suggesting that moral distress may sometimes be a sign of strong ethical awareness rather than personal weakness.
The ACACIA-HCM trial showed aficamten significantly improves symptom burden and exercise capacity in patients with symptomatic non-obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Clinically meaningful improvements were documented for the first time in this relatively common form of inherited heart disease.
ICDs did not improve overall primary endpoint but showed benefit in younger patients (under 70) with a 72% reduction in sudden cardiac death. In contrast, older patients did not derive benefit from ICDs.
A University of Helsinki research group has discovered a weakness in aggressive breast cancer cells that can be exploited, targeting the MYC protein's metabolic grip. By inhibiting energy production and glutamine uptake, researchers were able to slow breast cancer growth in mice, paving the way for new and personalised treatments.
Researchers developed a machine learning-based time-to-event model that outperformed existing staging systems in predicting mortality and heart failure hospitalization in transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy patients. The model showed promise for individualized prognosis in contemporary clinical care.
Researchers developed a hierarchical graphene nanowall nanomesh that enhances sensing performance and enables long-term gas monitoring on wearable masks. The 'nano-on-nano' structure confines gas molecules, increasing interactions with the graphene surface, and maintains breathability and flexibility.