Scientists have successfully synthesized high-quality boride ceramic powders with an Archimedean shape, offering promising implications for the future of heat protection materials. The unique polyhedral morphology enhances mechanical and electrical properties, reducing oxidation resistance and improving material longevity at high tempe...
SourceHefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalJournal of the European Ceramic Society·DateMar 13, 2025
A breakthrough in bonding technology has created high-strength HEC joints capable of withstanding temperatures up to 1000°C at relatively low bonding temperatures. The key innovation is the in-situ construction of a high-melting-point Nb₂Ni layer without generating low-melting-point compounds.
SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalJournal of Advanced Ceramics·DateMar 4, 2025
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Researchers have developed a CQD-based SEL array with low lasing threshold, high stability and high integration density of up to 2100 PPI. The new design features a graded alloyed core-shell structure and circular Bragg resonator, resulting in enhanced optical field confinement and Purcell effect.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateJan 21, 2025
A novel bio-inspired camera capable of ultra-high-speed imaging and high sensitivity has been developed by KAIST researchers. The camera mimics the visual structure of insect eyes and achieves frame rates thousands of times faster than conventional cameras, while providing clear images in low-light conditions.
SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 17, 2025
Researchers developed polymer-derived SiHfBCN ceramic coating with excellent high-temperature conductivity and stability, suitable for wireless surface acoustic wave sensors. The coating's thickness remains consistent across different temperatures, indicating its stability in extreme environments.
SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalJournal of Advanced Ceramics·DateJan 13, 2025
Researchers found that adolescent rodents fed a high-fat diet showed poor control during motor inhibition tasks and conservative decision-making in adulthood. The study suggests that a high-fat diet in adolescence can provoke long-term changes in impulsive behavior.
SourceAmerican Chemical Society·JournalACS Chemical Neuroscience·DateJan 9, 2025
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter
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Researchers have synthesized a novel hydride superconductor A15-La4H23 and observed an unusual metallic state under strong magnetic field conditions. The maximum superconducting critical temperature of 105 K was achieved with the pressure of 118 GPa, expanding our understanding of transport behavior in hydride superconductors.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateJan 8, 2025
A study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that Sherpa participants had more rapid and larger magnitude blood acid-base acclimatization than lowlanders during incremental ascent to 4,300 metres. This suggests a key role for the kidneys in acclimatization to high altitude.
SourceMount Royal University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeObservational study·DateDec 30, 2024
A new cobalt-manganese-iron alloy thin film demonstrates high perpendicular magnetic anisotropy, a key aspect for fabricating MRAM devices using spintronics. This breakthrough offers a new candidate for memory materials and contributes to the development of novel spintronics memory devices.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalScience and Technology of Advanced Materials·DateDec 26, 2024
Researchers developed novel vanadium-based zircon ceramics using a high-entropy strategy, achieving optimal microwave dielectric properties including low εr and high Q×f values. The ceramics exhibit improved structural stability and binding forces due to the high-entropy effect, making them suitable for high-performance microwave devices.
SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalJournal of Advanced Ceramics·DateDec 11, 2024
A new treatment shows promise for people with high-risk smoldering multiple myeloma, delaying cancer progression and improving overall survival. Daratumumab significantly reduces risk of progression to active disease and improves patient outcomes.
SourceMayo Clinic·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateDec 10, 2024
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Research from the University of Surrey found a clear association between high nurse and doctor turnover rates and increased patient mortality rates. A one standard deviation increase in nurse turnover is associated with 35 additional deaths per 100,000 hospital admissions within 30 days.
SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalThe BMJ·TypeObservational study·DateNov 20, 2024
A study found that oral microbiomes vary with life stress and mental health symptoms in pregnant women, differing from gut microbiome associations. Women experiencing anxiety or depression showed high alpha diversity, while those with PTSD symptoms had high beta diversity.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalBMJ Mental Health·TypeObservational study·DateNov 19, 2024
A new system combining high-speed video and an AI algorithm can detect high blood pressure and Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes from subtle changes in blood flow, potentially leading to early detection and treatment. The technology is still in its preliminary stages but holds promise for non-invasive monitoring of health at home.
Researchers introduce a novel approach to multiplexed fringe projection profilometry using deep learning and frequency-domain multiplexing. This method achieves high-resolution and high-speed 3D imaging at near-one-order of magnitude-higher frame rates with conventional low-speed cameras.
SourceChinese Society for Optical Engineering·JournalPhotoniX·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 6, 2024
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A new study published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health found that children living in areas with a high burden of tuberculosis have a consistently high annual risk of developing TB infection throughout childhood. By age 10, over 10% of children developed TB disease.
SourceBoston University School of Public Health·JournalThe Lancet Child & Adolescent Health·TypeObservational study·DateNov 5, 2024
The number of female residents matriculating to high-paying medical specialties has increased over the past 14 years, driven by a notable rise in women entering high-compensation surgical fields. Despite ongoing inequities, the proportion of female matriculants to these specialties has risen from 32.7% in 2008 to 40.8% in 2022.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalJAMA·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 30, 2024
A study found that female physicians are underrepresented in high-compensation specialties compared to non-high-compensation specialties. High-compensation surgical specialties experienced a steady increase in female applicants and matriculants over time.
A double-blind randomized phase 3 clinical trial found no additional benefits from high-dose vitamin D3 when added to standard chemotherapy for patients with untreated metastatic colorectal cancer. However, a potential benefit was observed for left-sided disease patients.
Research highlights the positive impact of bariatric surgery on controlling high blood pressure in people with obesity. Combining data from 18 randomized controlled trials involving over 1,300 participants, studies found that weight-loss surgery consistently improved blood pressure control and lowered cardiovascular disease risk.
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Researchers at Tsinghua University Press have developed BiRefNet, a bilateral reference framework that captures tiny-pixel features and achieves highly accurate high-resolution salient object detection and concealed object detection. The framework has numerous practical applications in various fields.
SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalCAAI Artificial Intelligence Research·DateAug 22, 2024
Researchers developed organic polariton light-emitting diodes (OPLEDs) to overcome OLED limitations, achieving high-brightness, narrowband, and high-color purity emission. OPLEDs showcase exceptional performance in next-generation laser displays with over 780,000 cd/m² brightness.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateAug 18, 2024
Researchers developed a new Gd/Mn co-doped CaBi4Ti4O15 ceramic with high piezoelectric activity and Curie temperature, suitable for high-temperature applications. The optimized composition showed a high Curie temperature of 809 ℃ and a high piezoelectric coefficient of 23 pC/N.
SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalJournal of Advanced Ceramics·DateAug 12, 2024
A new photonic transmitter uses a wide-bandwidth packaged back-illuminated modified uni-traveling-carrier photodiode to achieve high-performance THz wireless communication. The device exhibits an over 80 GHz bandwidth and high saturated output power, promising applications in 6G mobile communication technology.
SourceCompuscript Ltd·JournalOpto-Electronic Science·DateAug 7, 2024
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A new study found that taking fish oil supplements can lower blood lipid levels in individuals with a genetic predisposition to high cholesterol. The research used genetic data from over 441,000 participants and found that fish oil supplementation can counteract the genetic risk of developing high cholesterol.
SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalAmerican Journal of Clinical Nutrition·DateAug 5, 2024
Researchers develop a new photodiode module with a wide bandwidth of over 80 GHz and high saturation power, enabling high-performance 6G THz wireless communication. The module is packaged with a standard WR-5 waveguide output and demonstrates flat frequency responses and high transmission rates.
SourceCompuscript Ltd·JournalOpto-Electronic Advances·DateJul 23, 2024
High-entropy carbide coatings have been designed and experimentally verified to exhibit excellent ablation resistance. The coatings' inverse design methodology enables the formation of a stable oxide scale, contributing to their improved anti-ablation performance.
SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalAdvanced Powder Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 2, 2024
Researchers at IBS have developed a damage-free dry transfer printing technique for flexible electronic devices, overcoming existing challenges such as the use of toxic chemicals and mechanical damage. The new method allows for high-quality electronic materials to be transferred to flexible substrates without damage.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 25, 2024
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Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.
Researchers fabricated 8-nm Sn-doped Ga2O3 FETs with a high on-state current of 3.8 mA/mm and a high breakdown voltage over 400 V. The devices maintained their electrical characteristics after exposure to air for a year.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·DateJun 25, 2024
The number of US individuals with chronic hypertension in pregnancy increased significantly, while medication treatment remained low, according to a new study. The findings highlight the need for improved maternal health strategies to address high blood pressure and cardiovascular complications.
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalHypertension·DateJun 17, 2024
A team of material scientists report the transition from single phase to multiple phases in multi-component (TiZrVNb)C ceramics by adjusting V content. The addition of V element induces significant changes in microstructure and mechanical properties, including lattice distortion and mixed enthalpy.
SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalJournal of Advanced Ceramics·DateJun 14, 2024
Researchers have investigated the influence of carbon content on the microstructure and mechanical properties of multi-component carbide ceramics. The study found that reducing carbon content induces phase decomposition, leading to improved hardness and strength compared to single-phase high-entropy carbides.
SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalJournal of Advanced Ceramics·DateJun 14, 2024
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Researchers found high GDF15 levels in steatotic liver patients are associated with an increased risk of liver cancer. Combining blood GDF15 levels with liver stiffness indicators can efficiently identify patients at high risk of developing liver cancer and poor outcomes.
SourceOsaka University·JournalAlimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics·TypeObservational study·DateJun 5, 2024
China's climate models project a significant increase in extreme high temperatures, with more frequent heatwaves and longer seasons. The number of days with temperatures exceeding 35°C and 40°C is expected to rise non-linearly, while the intensity of high temperatures will increase linearly.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience China Earth Sciences·DateMay 28, 2024
Researchers developed a new component, sepiolite, to improve braking effectiveness in high-speed rail brakes. Sepiolite exhibits high-temperature lubricity, weakening bonds between its layered structures, and accelerates the formation of a surface lubricating film, providing stable friction at high temperatures.
SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalAdvanced Powder Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 21, 2024
The Global Burden of Diseases study reveals a 49.4% increase in global disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) attributable to metabolism-related risk factors between 2000 and 2021. High blood pressure, high blood sugar, and high BMI are key contributors to poor health and early death.
SourceInstitute for Health Metrics and Evaluation·JournalThe Lancet·DateMay 16, 2024
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Researchers developed a ceramic-based temperature sensor with excellent performance, stability, and accuracy, suitable for in-situ monitoring of high temperatures in extreme environments. The sensor's low oxidative rate constant and volatilized rate constant guarantee its resistance to corrosion and oxidation.
SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalJournal of Advanced Ceramics·DateMay 15, 2024
A cross-sectional study in Bangladesh found a low prevalence of high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) genotypes among women, with significant regional variation. The study revealed higher infection rates in rural areas, particularly in Sylhet and Mymensingh divisions.
SourceXia & He Publishing Inc.·JournalCancer Screening and Prevention·DateApr 29, 2024
Researchers develop non-equivalent co-doped strategy to reduce oxygen vacancy defects and improve comprehensive electrical properties of BIT-based high-temperature piezoelectric ceramics. The study reveals a significant enhancement in piezoelectric coefficient, Curie temperature, and resistivity at high temperatures.
SourceTsinghua University Press·JournalJournal of Advanced Ceramics·DateApr 23, 2024
Researchers have developed a method to improve the optoelectronic properties of InP-based QDs, resulting in high-brightness green InP-based QLEDs. The new synthesis strategy uses zinc myristate to protect the core surface from oxidation, leading to improved quantum yields and luminescence performance.
SourceSongshan Lake Materials Laboratory·JournalMaterials Futures·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 9, 2024
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A new study found that younger people from high-income areas accessed vaccines ahead of schedule, particularly in New York City. This led to lower coverage rates in low-income areas with high proportions of older residents, resulting in higher mortality rates over the year.
SourceColumbia University's Mailman School of Public Health·JournalJournal of Urban Health·DateApr 5, 2024
Researchers from Meijo University developed a new catalyst using high entropy alloy nanoparticles to grow high-density carbon nanotubes. The study shows that the unique surface structure of HEA NPs provides various active sites for catalytic reactions, resulting in higher catalytic activity than individual metals.
SourceMeijo University·JournalChemical Physics Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 3, 2024
A new study introduces a high-performance rail inspection system using YOLOv8 for fast and accurate defect detection. The system achieved up to 281.06 FPS on desktop systems and 200.26 FPS on edge computing platforms, increasing processing speeds while maintaining high accuracy levels.
SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalHigh-speed Railway·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 3, 2024
A systematic review and meta-analysis found that sleeping less than seven hours a day increases the risk of developing high blood pressure, with females facing a greater risk. The study pooled data from 16 studies and found that short sleep duration was significantly associated with a higher risk of hypertension.
Researchers developed a concentration-independent pressure sensing method using two-color laser absorption spectroscopy for high temperature environments. The new method eliminates the effect of molecular concentration on gas pressure measurements, enabling accurate pressure measurement at temperatures up to 1300 K.
SourceHefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalOptics Letters·DateMar 7, 2024
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A team of geologists from the University of Colorado Boulder has made a breakthrough in understanding the emergence of the Spanish Peaks. The study reveals that the peaks first formed around 24 million years ago when magma welled up from deep within Earth's crust, but didn't break through to the surface until about 17 million years ago.
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalLithosphere·DateMar 4, 2024
Women with high-status contacts actually lose status, whereas men benefit from their networks. Researchers found that women who form ties with higher-status people are seen as dominant and subject to social penalties. Organizations can take steps to reframe network building activities to protect the status perception of women.
SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalOrganization Science·DateFeb 20, 2024
This study found that high nitrogen fertilizer input shaped more complex microbial networks in paddy soils, with positive links predominating across all networks. The proportion of negative links was increased in the high-N network, suggesting potential competition among microbes.
SourceHigher Education Press·JournalSoil Ecology Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 3, 2024
Researchers at Light Publishing Center created a thin disk oscillator to generate 100-W high-power optical vortex beam. The technique uses transverse mode competition and control to achieve high power output, enabling efficient material processing and exploring new parameter space associated with structured light.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight: Advanced Manufacturing·DateJan 28, 2024
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.
Researchers found that joint action of tropical and extratropical variations led to persistent heavy rainfall over Japan. The study revealed a link between upper-tropospheric blocking high, near-surface atmospheric flow, and cumulus convection in enhancing the northwestern Pacific subtropical high.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalProgress in Earth and Planetary Science·DateJan 17, 2024
Researchers have developed EGNITE, a novel class of flexible, high-resolution, high-precision graphene-based implantable neurotechnology. Preclinical studies demonstrated the technology's capacity to record high-fidelity neural signals and afford precise nerve modulation.
SourceUniversitat Autonoma de Barcelona·JournalNature Nanotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 11, 2024
A new double main-injection (DMI) strategy has been proposed to regulate fuel stratification in Gasoline Compression Ignition (GCI) mode, improving fuel economy and reducing emissions. The study found that simultaneous main-injection and exhaust gas recirculation can achieve rapid fuel supply and control of combustion.
SourceHigher Education Press·JournalFrontiers in Energy·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 10, 2024
Researchers analyzed animal remains and isotopes to understand livestock practices in high mountain regions during the Early Neolithic. The study found that flocks were small and used for meat and milk production, with pigs gaining economic importance during this period.
SourceUniversitat Autonoma de Barcelona·JournalFrontiers in Environmental Archaeology·TypeObservational study·DateDec 21, 2023
A study from China found a high prevalence of high and pathological myopia, yet inadequate patient education. The research highlights the need to improve awareness about these eye diseases to reduce adverse outcomes.
SourceSichuan International Medical Exchange and Promotion Association·JournalMedComm – Future Medicine·TypeSurvey·DateDec 13, 2023
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.
A research group at Hefei Institutes of Physical Science developed the first Tesla class iron-based superconducting coil for high field application. The coil successfully generated a central magnetic field strength of 1.03 T, surpassing all previously reported performance tests of iron-based superconductor coils.
SourceHefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalSuperconductor Science and Technology·DateDec 10, 2023
A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that many couples around the world share high blood pressure. The research analyzed data from over 50,000 couples in four countries and found a strong association between partners' blood pressure status.
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateDec 6, 2023
A new study found that in many older couples, both husband and wife had high blood pressure in the U.S., England, China, and India. This association was stronger in collectivist societies like China and India, where couples are expected to depend and support each other emotionally and instrumentally.
SourceColumbia University's Mailman School of Public Health·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateDec 6, 2023
A new study found that very high levels of HDL-C, known as 'good cholesterol', are associated with an increased risk of dementia in older adults. Researchers observed a 27% higher risk of dementia among participants with very high HDL-C levels compared to those with optimal levels.
SourceMonash University·JournalThe Lancet Regional Health - Western Pacific·TypeObservational study·DateNov 29, 2023
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.
A new study found that public spending on social safety net programs and education independently affects high school graduation rates. The researchers discovered that investing in these areas results in a positive impact, with higher spending associated with higher graduation rates for historically underserved student groups. By analyz...
SourceMichigan State University·JournalJournal of Adolescent Health·DateNov 10, 2023
A new study analyzes data from the US cohort of the FLASH registry and shows that mechanical thrombectomy can significantly improve outcomes for patients with high-risk PE. The procedure is associated with a significant reduction in acute mortality among these patients.
SourceSociety for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions·JournalJournal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions·DateOct 31, 2023