Researchers engineered increased mesophyll conductance in a model crop, improving CO2 diffusion and uptake. The study showed an 8% increase in photosynthesis in the field, demonstrating potential for improved crop production and sustainable water use.
Researchers develop a computational approach to predict mutations leading to better proteins, with potential applications in neuroscience research and gene therapy. The technique uses a convolutional neural network to create a fitness landscape, enabling faster optimization of proteins.
Biomolecular engineers have created bacteria that build and incorporate a key amino acid into their proteins, making them more visible to the immune system. This technology could lead to a live bacterial vaccine with targeted, sustained, and protective immune responses.
Scientists at CiQUS integrate non-native photosensitizers into mammalian cells to induce artificial chemical reactions. This breakthrough showcases the feasibility of leveraging light to fabricate functional molecular products.
New research reveals that rubisco is continually improving to harness better CO2 fixation and improve photosynthesis, but at a slow rate. The study's findings offer renewed optimism for efforts to engineer the enzyme to enhance crop growth and yields, addressing global food security concerns.
Scientists have successfully engineered a high-performing niobium-based qubit that rivals state-of-the-art qubits in their class. The breakthrough expands the possibilities of future quantum technologies, including quantum computers, networks, and sensors.
Chemical reactions were long thought to occur along minimum energy paths. However, researchers have now observed 'roaming' reactions that stray from this path even in highly excited energy states. This discovery has significant implications for understanding atmospheric chemistry and the production of molecular oxygen.
Researchers have found a highly conserved ethylene signaling pathway that can be targeted to control the direction of root growth, creating deeper root systems that hold on to carbon and remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. This breakthrough could help engineer crops more resilient to climate change and drought.
A new study uses GPT-3 to simplify chemical analysis, achieving accuracy surpassing state-of-the-art models. The approach fine-tunes the language model with curated Q&As, enabling easy and fast discovery in low-data chemistry.
Northwestern University researchers successfully engineered a virus to destroy itself from the inside out, killing a deadly bacterium. The study represents a critical step towards creating new therapies to treat antibiotic-resistant infections.
West Virginia University engineer Yuhe Tian is developing powerful artificial intelligence tools that can reimagine the sustainability of chemical manufacturing. She aims to harness quantum intelligence to innovate environmentally friendly chemical plant designs.
Stacyann Bailey studies how cancer treatment affects bones, hoping to prevent fractures and improve patient outcomes. Up to 50% of patients with metastatic bone disease develop fractures due to treatment, making her work crucial for their quality of life.
Researchers are developing new materials to treat spinal injury, repair, and recovery. A team led by Pitt Engineer Amir Alavi is testing the first
Ashok Veeraraghavan, Ph.D., has developed a new technology dubbed NeuWS that uses wavefront shaping and machine-learning algorithms to undo light scattering effects. This innovation could have lifesaving applications in various fields like firefighting, automotive, and medicine.
Dr. Hambuchen's affordance template innovation allows remote humans to interact with robots as supervisors, guiding them to complete tasks while maintaining autonomy. This technology has significant implications for NASA's space exploration and deep-sea exploration, overcoming the challenge of time delays.
Researchers have developed a novel tool for the selective and efficient recovery of large DNA molecules using TAR cloning. This technique has been applied to isolate individual gene alleles, study genome architecture and evolution, and engineer synthetic viruses with novel properties, including vaccine development.
Researchers from City University of Hong Kong developed a novel strategy to engineer stable and efficient ultrathin nanosheet catalysts using Turing structures. This approach effectively resolves the instability problem associated with low-dimensional materials in catalytic systems, enabling efficient and long-lasting hydrogen production.
Researchers discovered that short- and long-range weapons perform differently depending on the competition scenario, with long-range toxins becoming effective at high density and low initial numbers of competing bacteria. This study could help engineer beneficial microorganisms to out-compete pathogenic strains.
A new composite material, engineered using computer algorithms and 3D printing, can change its behavior in response to temperature changes. The material is designed to perform specific tasks depending on the environment, enabling future generations of autonomous robotics.
A team of experts has computationally modeled closed-loop geothermal systems to explore their economic viability. The study examines two basic setups and various parameters, including fluid types and pipe diameters, to optimize heat extraction from deep earth.
Researchers found Cladophora blooms increase Bacillariophytes and alter physicochemical properties, leading to shifts in phytoplankton communities and biomass. The study suggests FABs as ecological engineers influencing alpine lake ecosystems.
Researchers at the University of Sydney have developed a new technique using liquid metals to replace energy-intensive chemical engineering processes. The method reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 15% and enables the production of high-energy fuels like propylene, crucial for various industries.
Researchers at UCLA have developed a new method to engineer more powerful immune cells that can potentially be used for 'off-the-shelf' cell therapy to treat challenging cancers. Gamma delta T cells with high expressions of CD16 surface marker exhibited increased ability to recognize and kill cancer cells.
A team of researchers has developed a novel methodology to engineer colloidal quasicrystals using DNA-modified building blocks, revealing new avenues for nanoscale design. The study demonstrates the programmable nature of DNA to design and assemble quasicrystals deliberately.
The Children's Environmental Health Center will investigate the cumulative health impacts of early exposure to pollutants and non-chemical stressors among children in underserved communities. The center aims to reduce environmental health disparities and promote environmental justice for children.
The WVU School of Medicine and Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources will support clinical trials and engineering technology development. The project aims to improve care and rehabilitation for people with neurological disorders through novel physician-engineer programs and human research.
Researchers have successfully developed an optical probe to measure local chemical pressure, which can simulate the effects of physical pressure. The approach involves using a site-selective optical probe to detect changes in emission peaks, reflecting the pressure experienced by a polyhedral motif.
Researchers are designing a national testing facility to simulate tornadoes, downbursts, and gusts. The NEWRITE project aims to engineer buildings that can withstand extreme winds and reduce structural damage.
Rice University scientists developed a tiny CRISPR-Cas13 system to shred viruses by targeting RNA. The system's unique mechanism and three-dimensional structure were mapped using cryo-electron microscopy, allowing researchers to engineer it for improved precision and specificity.
Scientists successfully detect local chemical pressure using an optical probe, enabling the simulation of physical pressure effects. The technique holds promise for exploring metastable phases and achieving room-temperature superconductivity.
Researchers at the University of Sydney have successfully slowed down a simulated chemical reaction by a factor of 100 billion times using a quantum computer. This achievement allows for direct observation of previously inaccessible processes, enabling breakthroughs in fields like materials science and drug design.
Researchers developed an AI tool called DECIMER that can translate chemical structural formulae into machine-readable codes. This allows for the automatic search and processing of scientific articles containing chemical information.
Bacteria can regulate nitrogen fixation through a protein called NifL, which changes shape in response to oxygen and energy levels. This discovery could lead to new ways to engineer bacteria and biofertilizers, improving crop yields in poor soils.
Researchers at Ben-Gurion University developed an AI system to identify social norm violations using GPT-3 and zero-shot text classification. The system characterized ten social emotions, including competence, politeness, and trust, with empirical success on massive datasets.
Researchers found that most microbial pairs fail to coexist, challenging the long-held hypothesis that every pair of microbes must also coexist in a bigger community. This study highlights the need for new predictive tools to engineer successful microbial communities, essential for biotechnology applications.
Researchers at Stanford University found that plant cells also use the cytoskeleton, but push it away from specific regions. This finding could help engineer plants more adaptable to changing environments.
A research team from HKUMed has developed a new platform to rapidly engineer and select the best precise genome editors for therapeutic applications. The platform allows for parallel testing of hundreds of base editor variants, enabling the selection of the most suitable ones with maximal efficiency and minimal undesired edits.
Researchers at Brown University have developed a krill-inspired robot called Pleobot, which emulates the swimming method of krill to navigate complex marine environments. The platform has the potential to enable scientists to understand how to engineer better robots for ocean navigation and exploration.
Scientists at the University of Ottawa have engineered an enzyme that can specifically cut small, non-coding RNAs, shedding light on their functions and paving the way for potential therapeutic applications. The new enzyme could be a powerful tool for studying these important RNA species.
A new study calls for enhanced chemical pollution monitoring in Antarctica to support global chemical policy. The research highlights the need for Antarctic Treaty consultative parties to extend their national monitoring programs to their research stations and territories.
Scientists have developed a gene-editing technique that allows them to easily engineer specific cancer-linked mutations into mouse models. This new method, based on CRISPR genome-editing technology, enables researchers to explore many unknown mutations and develop new drugs targeting those mutations.
Researchers engineered bacteria to visually record environment using swarm patterns and deep learning. The system can detect pollutants and toxic compounds in the environment, enabling a low-cost detection and recording system.
Carreon is developing technology to capture and convert greenhouse gases into clean-burning fuels using reactors powered by renewable energy sources. Her $538,659 NSF award will support this research over five years.
A team of scientists has successfully used synthetic platelets to treat a genetic condition that prevents blood from clotting, known as Von Willebrand disease. This breakthrough treatment could provide new hope for millions of people affected by the disorder, which affects up to 1% of the US population.
Researchers at the Earlham Institute have successfully engineered tobacco plants to produce moth sex pheromones using precision gene engineering techniques. The production of these molecules can be efficiently managed without hampering normal plant growth, providing a potential alternative to traditional pesticides.
Researchers at Brookhaven National Laboratory have produced the first atomic-level structure of an enzyme that selectively breaks carbon-hydrogen bonds, suggesting ways to engineer it for producing desired products. The detailed structure reveals how the enzyme operates under ordinary conditions and produces few unwanted byproducts.
Researchers engineer crops and symbiotic bacteria to produce nitrogen fertilizer, reducing reliance on industrially produced fertilizers. The approach aims to create a symbiotic relationship between the bacteria and crop plants, promoting efficient nutrient exchange.
Researchers develop photo-acoustic chemical imaging to map tumor chemical makeup, predicting radiation therapy efficacy. The method uses nanoparticles to sense specific chemicals in tumor tissue, providing real-time high-resolution chemical maps.
Assistant Professor Samik Bhattacharya is studying bird wing morphing to engineer stable solutions for unmanned aerial vehicles and micro air vehicles. His research could lead to improved control during airflow disturbances, reducing anxiety for pilots.
Rice University scientists have developed a method to engineer wood that traps carbon dioxide while increasing its strength. This process involves removing lignin and hemicellulose from the wood and replacing them with metal-organic framework particles, making it a sustainable alternative to traditional materials.
The Vertical Test Area at Jefferson Lab achieved a record-breaking 470 superconducting radiofrequency accelerator cavity tests in 2022, driven by improvements made by operations engineer Justin Kent. This milestone demonstrates the facility's versatility and commitment to supporting cutting-edge research.
The University of Oklahoma engineer is developing a novel endoscopic optical imaging technique to provide real-time visualizations for needle-based medical interventions. This technology aims to improve the precision of needle placement, reducing complications and improving treatment efficacy.
A University of Houston engineer has made a groundbreaking discovery that could improve pharmaceuticals by controlling the growth of ammonium urate crystals. By manipulating tautomers, researchers found that a small fraction can control crystal growth, potentially preventing crystallization and related health issues.
Philip J.W. Moll's ERC Consolidator Grant aims to engineer electronic interactions within a single material, exploring new paradigms for interfaces between two regions of different electronic behaviors, such as superconductivity and magnetism.
A Cambridge-led consortium has received $35m to engineer plants to utilize naturally occurring micro-organism interactions, enhancing nutrient uptake and increasing crop yields. This approach aims to revolutionize smallholder farming in sub-Saharan Africa and provide a sustainable solution for food production.
Researchers developed a novel technology to engineer proteins targeting specific DNA sequences, offering a new approach to gene therapies. The system generates engineered zinc fingers that bind to any given sequence of DNA, potentially treating diseases caused by genetic mutations.
Engineers design miniature robots that can rapidly shift between liquid and solid states, with magnetic properties, to overcome traditional robot limitations. The new material is used to remove foreign objects, deliver drugs, and assemble parts in hard-to-reach spaces, opening up new possibilities for medical and engineering applications.
Researchers developed a novel strategy to engineer root nodule symbiosis in legumes and cereals using nanobodies. This approach, tested in barley and Lotus plants, initiates nodulation by bringing receptors together, revealing the core complex involved in symbiotic signaling.
Biomedical engineers at UC Davis have created semi-living cyborg cells that can carry out novel functions, such as producing therapeutic drugs and cleaning up pollution. The cyborg cells are more resistant to stressors and can invade cancer cells, making them a promising tool for various applications.
Researchers have observed steric effects, the interactions of molecules depending on their spatial orientation, in a chemical reaction involving non-polar molecules for the first time. This breakthrough opens the door to an entirely new way to control chemical reactions.