Researchers have traced how galaxies cluster across 11 billion years using the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), providing the most precise test of gravity at very large scales. The study's results validate Einstein's theory of general relativity and limit possible theories of modified gravity.
The DESI collaboration has released a new analysis of its data, weighing in on the standard model of gravity. The results reveal that galaxies cluster consistent with Einstein's general theory of relativity, providing precise tests of gravity at large scales.
A new study by Mass General Brigham researchers found that excessive sedentary behavior increases the risk of heart failure and cardiovascular death. Even among individuals who meet guideline levels of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, sitting for extended periods can still pose significant health risks. The study's findings sugg...
The institute's Spark Grant program recognizes innovative research in gene and cell therapy, with recipients working on projects spanning disease fields such as neuroinflammation, cancer, and tuberous sclerosis. The $1.15M grant will support the development of novel treatments and commercialization outcomes.
A French-Swiss team has discovered a slight discrepancy between Einstein's predictions and measurements of gravitational lensing from the Dark Energy Survey. The study found that the depth of gravitational wells varied with cosmic history, challenging the validity of Einstein's theories for explaining phenomena beyond our solar system.
Researchers have determined the chemical properties of moscovium and nihonium, which are more reactive than flerovium. The study uses a newly developed setup for chemical separation and detection to observe the very short-lived moscovium-288 and its daughter nihonium-284.
The European Research Council awards €12M to GWSky project, led by SISSA, to develop innovative tools for interpreting gravitational wave signals with great precision. The project aims to identify and understand possible anomalies in the signals, revealing new physical phenomena not predicted by Einstein's theory of General Relativity.
A recent study examines the internal nature of black holes and their implications for astrophysical observations. The research reveals that dynamic black holes are subject to significant instability over short timescales, leading to deviations from known models.
A study by Anglia Ruskin University found that rising inflation and bank rates led to increased discrimination against Black people in the UK, resulting in poorer general and mental health outcomes. The study highlights the disproportionate impact of the cost-of-living crisis on minority groups.
Mass General Brigham has been awarded $3.29 million by ARPA-H to develop a wearable device that monitors the brain's glymphatic system during sleep, which may lead to early detection of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's in women. The project aims to create a tool for personalized interventions and make it widely accessible.
A new study by Monash University researchers highlights essential factors for adapting Generative AI (GenAI) to support human learning in all levels of education and workplaces. The key considerations include understanding how to use GenAI to enhance human learning while fostering critical thinking and self-reflection skills.
Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have developed a new quantum timekeeper that combines four different clocks into one, allowing for increased precision. The device uses entanglement to reduce uncertainty in its ticking, enabling it to beat benchmark standards for optical atomic clocks.
Scientists at University of Tsukuba have discovered the first evidence of precession in ultraluminous accretion disks due to a black hole's spin. This phenomenon causes periodic fluctuations in luminosity and affects the direction of emitted radiation, shedding light on the influence of BH spin on cosmic phenomena.
A recent review suggests that artificial intelligence can learn by thinking, similar to humans, through processes such as explanation, simulation, analogy, and reasoning. This finding has implications for understanding the similarities and differences between human and artificial cognition, and could lead to improvements in AI systems.
A new study from Mass General Brigham researchers found that large language models demonstrated no racial or gender discrimination in opioid treatment recommendations. The results suggest that these AI models have the potential to reduce bias and improve health equity in pain management, which is a critical area where disparities exist.
Researchers have created a mathematical proof that exactly five satellites are required to uniquely determine the position of a receiver in almost all cases. This breakthrough resolves a long-standing conjecture and provides insights into the accuracy of GPS navigation, particularly with fewer than four satellites in view.
The number of NHS general practices in England has shrunk by 20% over the past decade, but patient list sizes have expanded by 40%. The average practice list size increased from 6967 to 9724 patients, while the number of GPs per 1000 patients fell by 15%.
Researchers simulate gravitational waves generated by a collapsing warp drive, which could be detectable by future higher-frequency instruments. The study explores the theoretical consequences of a warp drive 'containment failure', pushing boundaries of understanding exotic spacetimes and gravitational waves.
Scientists have developed a method to simulate gravitational waves in the lab using cold atoms, a phenomenon similar to gravitational waves. This breakthrough allows for easier study and understanding of these cosmic waves, which are challenging to detect.
The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated ongoing declines in longitudinal continuity of care within English general practices, according to a recent study. Factors linked to greater appointment availability predicted slower declines in continuity levels.
A recent study found that female surgical residents are more likely to experience obstetric complications, postpartum depression, and burnout compared to their male counterparts. The research highlights the need for improved support in family planning aspects of healthcare work.
A study published in BMJ Public Health found that children living in deprived areas have a three times higher risk of needing dental extractions under general anaesthesia. This highlights the need for targeted interventions and improved access to preventive dental services to address socioeconomic and ethnic inequalities in oral health.
Research by the University of Warsaw and Oxford has shown that tachyons, previously thought to contradict special relativity, can actually aid in its understanding. The study reveals that tachyon theory becomes mathematically consistent when incorporating both initial and final states.
Researchers at JILA have built an atomic clock that is more precise and accurate than any previous clock, enabling pinpoint navigation in space and searches for new particles. The clock's high precision could reveal hidden underground mineral deposits and test fundamental theories like general relativity with unprecedented rigor.
New simulations show that neutrinos created during neutron star collisions can be trapped at the interface of merging stars and interact with matter for 2-3 milliseconds. This brief out-of-equilibrium phase is crucial in understanding the physics of these extreme events.
A recent study by Mass General Brigham researchers found that adults with a family history of Alzheimer's disease on their mother's side had higher amyloid levels in their brains. This suggests that maternal inheritance may play a role in identifying individuals at heightened risk for developing the disease.
Researchers at the University of Vienna have successfully measured Earth's rotation using quantum entanglement, achieving a thousand-fold precision improvement. By exploiting the unique properties of entangled photons, they were able to detect the rotation signal with remarkable stability and accuracy.
A recent study published in Anesthesia & Analgesia found that clinical decision support software can prevent up to 95% of medication errors in the operating room. The software provides evidence-based information to clinicians at the point-of-care to enhance decision-making and prevent errors.
A multicenter clinical trial of over 1,000 older patients undergoing cardiac surgery found that minimizing anesthesia did not prevent postoperative delirium. Higher doses of general anesthesia were not toxic to the brain, contradicting earlier concerns.
A team of researchers successfully demonstrated the principles of gravity-mediated entanglement in a photonic quantum simulation. This breakthrough provides crucial insights into the nature of gravity and its interaction with quantum mechanics.
Sean McWilliams' team will study stellar-mass and massive binary inspirals, improving modeling accuracy for the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA). The project aims to enhance the instrument's science mission by making necessary dramatic improvements in modeling accuracy.
A study of 370 patients undergoing elective surgery found that those with higher levels of awareness about anesthesia had better understanding of general and local anesthesia. Patients who underwent surgeries related to eyes, nose, and throat scored higher on the knowledge test due to limited sources of information.
Researchers from Mass General Cancer Center are set to present key findings on palliative care delivery via telehealth versus in-person for patients with advanced lung cancer. The presentations also cover advances in colorectal and breast cancer treatments, as well as results from a phase 1b/2 study on a novel BRAF inhibitor.
Researchers from Mass General Brigham found that reports of cognitive decline were associated with the accumulation of tau, a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. The study used imaging to detect levels of tau and amyloid beta in participants who were cognitively unimpaired but at risk for Alzheimer's.
Research finds that altered states of consciousness associated with yoga, meditation, and other practices are common among the general population. While many people report positive outcomes, some experience negative well-being and even substantial suffering.
Physicists from TU Darmstadt propose a new approach to define and measure the time required for quantum tunneling. They suggest using Ramsey clocks, which utilize the oscillation of atoms to determine the elapsed time. The proposed method may correct previous experiments that observed particles moving faster than light during tunneling.
Researchers at UTA used ultra-high energy neutrino particles to search for signatures of quantum gravity, but found no evidence of expected quantum gravitational effects. This non-observation represents a powerful statement about the still-unknown physics operating at the interface of quantum physics and general relativity.
Researchers discovered a 'cosmic glitch' in the universe's gravity, explaining strange behavior on a cosmic scale. The new model modifies Einstein's general relativity, resolving inconsistencies without affecting existing uses.
Scientists at Tohoku University and Japan Atomic Energy Agency develop experiments to manipulate the 'electron universe' geometry within magnetic materials. They successfully detected a distinct electric signal, paving the way for innovative spintronic devices.
A new study has sorted through models attempting to solve the cosmological tension, a discrepancy between two ways of calculating the universe's expansion. Three models that were previously viable solutions were excluded by the new data, while others reduced the tension but not solved it.
A massive ancient galaxy, JWST-ER1g, has been found to have a high dark matter density, puzzling physicists. Researchers offer an explanation that suggests a mechanism compressing the dark matter halo could be responsible for the high density.
Researchers at Mass General Cancer Center presented advancements in rapid nucleic acid detection for cervical cancer screening using CRISPR technology. They also showcased improvements to CAR T cell therapy for pancreatic cancer, highlighting the importance of dynamic functional control to enhance its efficacy.
Researchers at Mass General Cancer Center have achieved dramatic tumor regression in glioblastoma patients after receiving next generation CAR-T therapy. The treatment, known as INCIPIENT, combines two forms of therapy to target mixed cell populations within tumors.
Physicists at the University of Southampton successfully detect weak gravitational pull on microscopic particles using a new technique. The experiment, published in Science Advances, could pave the way to finding the elusive quantum gravity theory.
Physicists at Goethe University Frankfurt have proposed a new solution to Einstein's field equations, describing the existence of 'nestars' - gravastars inside another gravastar. The 'nestar' has a thicker shell than previous theories, making it easier to imagine its existence.
Researchers at TU Dortmund University have developed a highly durable time crystal that outlasts previous experiments by tens of thousands of times. The team discovered a way to stabilize the crystal using nuclear spins, enabling it to maintain its periodic behavior for up to 40 minutes.
Researchers found an unknown object orbiting a rapidly spinning millisecond pulsar, weighing more than the heaviest neutron stars and less than the lightest black holes. The discovery was made using the MeerKAT Radio Telescope and could reveal new insights into black holes and neutron stars.
Researchers developed principles to support math task design, encouraging students to recognize the relativity of truth. These principles create tasks with ambiguous conditions, directing students to task assumptions and fostering better communication.
No significant disparities in receipt of general anesthesia were found among laboring patients who had labor epidural catheters in situ across different racial and ethnic groups. The study suggests that prior care disparities may contribute to higher rates of general anesthesia among minority groups.
A national study by Mass General Brigham researchers found that patients treated at home had a 0.5% mortality rate, compared to those in traditional hospitals. Home hospital care also resulted in fewer readmissions and adverse events, with consistent outcomes across diverse demographic groups.
Researchers from the Mass General Cancer Center presented studies on psychiatric and substance use disorders as independent predictors of treatment response and outcomes in United States Veterans with Newly Diagnosed Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) treated with Venetoclax Combinations. Additionally, a Phase 1 Study of CAR-T-ddBCMA for the...
A new theory unifies gravity and quantum mechanics by preserving Einstein's classical concept of spacetime, proposing random fluctuations in spacetime that can be verified experimentally. The theory challenges the pursuit of a quantum theory of gravity, offering an alternative approach to reconcile the two fundamental theories.
Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory and Texas A&M University have successfully powered a nuclear clock using X-ray beams. The development is a significant milestone in realizing the long-held potential of a scandium-45 nuclear clock.
A team of Princeton astrophysicists has conclusively determined that the energy close to the event horizon of black hole M87* is pushing outward, not inward. This finding resolves a longstanding debate within the field and provides new insights into the behavior of black holes.
Researchers propose that black holes can exist in equilibrium as 'perfect pairs' within an ever-expanding Universe. This concept challenges traditional understanding of black hole behavior and interactions.
Scientists successfully demonstrated the deflection of terahertz waves using distorted photonic crystals, mimicking gravitational effects. This breakthrough has significant implications for 6G communications and graviton physics.
For decades, scientists wondered how an 'anti-apple' made of antimatter would fall. Now, researchers at CERN's Antimatter Factory have confirmed that gravity affects antimatter in the same way as regular matter. The experiment was conducted by the ALPHA collaboration and published in Nature.
A new experiment at CERN has shown that gravity pulls antimatter downward, eliminating the possibility of antigravity. The gravitational acceleration of antimatter is close to that for normal matter on Earth, with a value within about 25% of normal gravity.
A team of researchers confirmed the spin of a black hole in galaxy M87 by analyzing data from 2000-2022, showing an 11-year cycle in its jet's precessional motion. The findings provide evidence that the black hole spins, enhancing our understanding of supermassive black holes.
Researchers confirmed that antimatter falls under the influence of gravity, ruling out gravitational repulsion as a cause for its absence in the universe. The study used an antihydrogen experiment to observe individual atoms taking a downward path, providing a definitive answer to long-standing questions about antimatter's behavior.