A Michigan State University researcher found that parents' concerns are frequently ignored when closing urban schools, and that teacher quality and economic investment are key factors that are not considered. Khalifa's study argues that school administrators should consider community voices and vested interests when making decisions.
DuctTake combines multiple takes of the same shot into a single seamless output, reducing on-set takes and improving production efficiency. The technique uses computer algorithms to find irregular seams through video frames, enabling seamless composite videos.
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have demonstrated nanoscale alloys that emit bright near-infrared light, which could be used for cancer detection and treatment. The findings have the potential to lead to new applications in health and energy fields.
A new study suggests that digital direct radiography (DR) is significantly more effective than computed radiography (CR) in detecting breast cancer. DR detected 4.9 cancers per 1,000 mammograms, while CR's detection rate was 21% lower, with 3.4 cancers per 1,000 mammograms.
Researchers at Dartmouth-Hitchcock's Norris Cotton Cancer Center have found an innovative drug combination that targets the stubborn CLL cells. The combination of gossypol and navitoclax has shown to be effective in killing CLL cells, offering a new hope for patients with this disease.
A new article by Johns Hopkins faculty highlights the importance of advance directives in managing end-of-life care issues and reducing medical costs. Completing an advance directive document can lower end-of-life expenses for Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance.
A study by UC Riverside researchers identifies the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) as the site of action for miRNA-mediated gene silencing. The ER, a cellular organelle, plays a crucial role in regulating gene expression through translation inhibition.
Researchers from Boston University School of Medicine discovered that eating mushrooms containing Vitamin D2 can increase and maintain vitamin D levels comparable to taking supplements. The study found that ingesting mushroom powder containing Vitamin D2 was as effective in raising and maintaining healthy adults' vitamin D status.
Researchers discovered that eating mushrooms containing vitamin D2 can effectively increase and maintain vitamin D levels in healthy adults. The study found that mushroom powder was as effective as taking supplemental vitamin D2 or vitamin D3.
Researchers at the University of Exeter developed a new photoelectric device that converts light into electrical signals using graphene and graphExeter. The ultra-lightweight, flexible device has potential applications in photovoltaic textiles, intelligent windows, and smart materials.
Researchers found a 23% total radiation dose reduction in abdominal CT exams using iterative reconstruction and longitudinal dose modulation. This translates to between 1,000 and 3,000 fewer radiation-induced cancers annually, based on Hiroshima and Nagasaki survivor assumptions.
The study identified the DNA transcription factor SRF and its cofactors MRTF-A and MRTF-B as critical regulators of vascularization in the postnatal mouse eye. Loss of Srf led to microaneurysms and excess blood vessel formation similar to human retinal diseases.
The study reveals a severe decline in African forest elephant populations due to poaching and habitat loss. The findings highlight the urgent need for a coordinated global effort to protect this critically endangered species.
Researchers discover exosomes shuttle protein Syt4 from neurons to muscle cells, enabling cell-to-cell signaling mechanisms. This finding may lead to loading therapeutic agents like RNAi into exosomes to target disease-carrying cells.
Researchers at Cambridge University have successfully generated high-quality photons identical to lasers from solid-state devices, a major breakthrough towards quantum networking. This achievement brings us closer to realizing a quantum internet, where distributed networks can share highly coherent and programmable photonic interconnects.
A University of Pittsburgh study published in Psychological Science suggests that women are less likely to pursue STEM careers because they have more career choices. The research found that students with high verbal abilities and moderate math skills were less likely to choose STEM occupations.
The new HPC data center at NREL's Energy Systems Integration Facility (ESIF) is the first of its kind, boasting an annualized average power usage effectiveness (PUE) rating of 1.06 or better. It achieves this by using warm-water liquid cooling and capturing and reusing waste heat to reduce energy consumption.
Researchers discovered that maxillary sinuses change size to accommodate different climates, affecting nasal cavity shape and function. The study found a significant correlation between nose size and sinus volume in both African and European populations.
The UK's Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy and Action Plan aims to address the growing concern of antibiotic resistance. The strategy highlights the need for a change in understanding and response to antimicrobial resistance.
A new anti-inflammatory drug, inclacumab, has shown promising results in reducing heart muscle damage during angioplasty. The study involved 530 patients with myocardial infarction and found that a single dose of the drug reduced troponin I levels by 24%, offering great promise for its potential use in treating heart attack patients.
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have identified a gene variant associated with higher production of kynurenic acid, which may explain psychotic features in bipolar disorder. The study suggests that inflammation and stress trigger the production of KYNA, leading to increased levels in patients' brains.
A specialized receptor in blood vessels senses molecules created by gut microbes, increasing blood pressure. The finding suggests a complex system involving gut bacteria and blood vessel regulation.
Researchers from the University of Leeds used the abdominal fetal ECG device developed by The University of Nottingham to create a comprehensive model of a fully functioning fetal heart. The study found that human hearts develop more slowly compared to other mammals, with little organisation in their walls until 20 weeks into pregnancy.
The University of Louisville's interdisciplinary curriculum for oncology palliative education (iCOPE) prepares students to work together as a team, addressing psycho-social-spiritual and physical needs. This innovative program aims to improve patient care and graduate students who demand interdisciplinary teams.
Research suggests that groundwater acts as a natural water filtration and purification system, removing excess nutrients and impurities from the earth's surface. The study highlights the need for better management of this critical resource to ensure clean drinking water and sustainable ecosystems.
Researchers at VCU have discovered a new way to customize and target antipsychotic drugs to treat specific symptoms in psychosis patients. By targeting G-protein receptor complexes, they aim to reduce side effects and improve treatment outcomes.
Researchers have identified how two genes, Ipl1 and Mps1, work together to correct mistakes in chromosome distribution during cell division. This understanding could lead to targeted cancer treatments by controlling these master regulator genes.
Researchers discovered that interfering with Hexokinase-2 reduces medulloblastoma's aggressiveness and allows long-term survival in mice. The enzyme plays a key role in aerobic glycolysis, a process also used by rapidly dividing cells, including cancer cells.
A new review by the International Osteoporosis Foundation's Nutrition Working Group highlights the importance of protein intake (1.0-1.2 g/kg body weight) and vitamin D supplementation for maintaining muscle mass and strength in seniors. The review also suggests avoiding dietary acid loads and incorporating more fruits and vegetables i...
Researchers found that bacterial imbalance contributes to intestinal inflammation and carcinogenesis, with treatment reducing disease risk. Dysbiosis was shown to enhance intestinal inflammation and increase the risk for inflammation-associated colon cancer.
Researchers found that dysbiosis enhances intestinal inflammation and increases risk of colon cancer, but treatment with antibiotics or fecal transplantation reduces disease risk. Gut bacterial communities play a crucial role in protecting against intestinal inflammation and tumorigenesis.
The University of Houston has received a high-speed computer cluster donation from Total, expanding its computing capabilities for research and education. The cluster will be used for large-scale simulations, data analysis, and teaching students about systems administration.
Researchers at the University of Sheffield recreated randomly distributed sticky spots in stem cells to maximize adhesion and act as internal scaffolding. The findings will help inform biomaterials development for optimal stem cell growth.
The US Navy is accelerating its research efforts in the Arctic due to rapid changes in sea ice coverage. The recent summit brought together top officials from various government agencies to share scientific ideas and form new partnerships. Experts warn that these changes could have global environmental and socio-economic consequences.
Researchers defined the structure of Cdc13, a key telomere maintenance protein in yeast, revealing how its mutations can disrupt telomere function and potentially lead to cancer. The study's findings may pave the way for novel anticancer therapies by targeting the OB2 region of Cdc13.
Researchers found that teams with less predictable, more distributed offenses and better player connections were more successful. The study analyzed games from the 2010 playoffs and gathered data on 16 teams, suggesting a link between team cohesion and success.
The Biophysical Society has recognized five individuals with its 2013 awards for their significant contributions to biophysics and biomedical research. Carol Robinson and Joseph Zasadzinski received awards for their innovative work on mass spectrometry and lipid structures, respectively.
The OU research team is combining robotics, machine learning, and brain imaging to assist infants with cerebral palsy in mastering crawling behavior. The project aims to develop new robot platforms that can enhance infant mobility and delay cognitive development delays.
A study by the Heart and Stroke Foundation found that consuming just one high-fat breakfast sandwich can decrease blood vessel function by 15-20% in healthy university students. This temporary effect highlights the potential for a single high-fat meal to have long-term consequences on heart health.
The Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal is expanding its reach to the international plastic surgery community through a publishing partnership with Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plastica. The journal will exchange content with RBCP, allowing for easy access to research advances among Brazilian leaders. A new open-access title, ...
The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health report highlights policies and initiatives to reduce gun violence by reforming current gun laws. The key findings include easy access to large-capacity magazines facilitating higher casualties in mass shootings and prohibiting high-risk groups from owning guns.
Researchers emphasize that connectivity is complex and requires understanding animal behavior, genetics, adaptation, and habitat. Managing wildlife sanctuaries involves trade-offs and adapting to climate change, which can cause unpredictable species movements.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have developed a new drug called Minnelide to target and destroy tumor cells in pancreatic cancer. The drug works by inhibiting heat shock protein HSP 70, which aids tumor cell growth, effectively disintegrating the cancer.
Researchers at University of Guam identify new coral reef-associated alga, Rhipilia coppejansii, in Guam waters. The discovery highlights the island's underestimated marine algal diversity and its cultural significance.
The proportion of severely obese Americans has increased by 70% since 2000, with over 15 million adults classified as morbidly obese. The trend is slower than previously reported, suggesting a potential slowdown in the growth of severe obesity.
The IUCN World Conservation Congress has adopted a motion to create a Green List for Species, which will include species identified as 'fully conserved', thriving in ecologically significant numbers. The list aims to emphasize that conservation is about more than just preventing extinction and highlight successful species conservation.
Oscar Loayza, a conservationist with the Wildlife Conservation Society's Madidi Program, has been recognized for his work on strengthening indigenous participation in protected area management. His initiatives led to improved governance and consolidated indigenous territorial rights in Bolivia's Madidi National Park.
Researchers used ultrafast X-rays to observe electron transfer in iron oxide nanoparticles, shedding light on the environmental impact of rust. This breakthrough could lead to more efficient solar cells and a better understanding of contaminant remediation efforts.
The iFAB Foundry aims to revolutionize the design and building process for complex defense systems by shortening development time by a factor of five. The project will provide near-instantaneous manufacturability feedback to designers, enabling flexible and programmable distributed production.
Ants use an algorithm to determine how many foragers to send out based on food availability, similar to internet protocols discovering available bandwidth. The discovery could inform the design of networked systems with ant-inspired algorithms.
The Johns Hopkins Armstrong Institute for Patient Safety and Quality has received an $8.9 million grant from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation to focus on hospital intensive care units and prevent harms by engaging patients and their families in their care. The institute aims to improve outcomes using a systems engineering approach...
Research suggests that radiation therapy is not necessary for older women with low risk of breast cancer recurrence, according to a recent editorial published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. The study found that patients over 70 years old with estrogen receptor-positive tumors did not show improved survival or quality of life with...
Researchers at the University of Utah will investigate the molecular causes of blood clots, which threaten millions of people worldwide. The center aims to apply basic science to find new diagnostic and therapeutic measures for thrombosis, making them available to patients rapidly.
Researchers studied Apartment Therapy website for insights into consumer behavior, finding that reading and imitating decor can shape personal style and boundaries. Through a tripartite process of problematization, instrumentalization, and ritualization, consumers develop standards for cool design choices.
Myoglobin's motion is essential for its biological function, and neutron scattering shows it can perform without water. This discovery makes proteins a viable material for new wound dressings or chemical gas sensors.
Researchers discovered commercial rodenticide in dead fishers in Humboldt County and Yosemite National Park, linked to illegal marijuana farms. The poison, anticoagulant rodenticides, can cause uncontrollable bleeding and is toxic even after a single ingestion.
A study published in The Journal of Nuclear Medicine found that imaging progesterone receptor (PR) status can identify responders and nonresponders to endocrine therapy in early stages. PR imaging with F-18-FFNP PET may help distinguish between patients who will benefit from hormone-based therapies.
Jason Lewis's P.o.E.M.M. project develops ten new digital poetry apps that combine poet-created content with interactive elements, including user-generated and Twitter-based poetry. The project has received recognition from the Electronic Literature Organization, and its apps are available for download through iTunes.
A new study suggests that white rot fungi may have ended the Carboniferous period by breaking down lignin, a key component of coal. The research also identifies diverse fungal enzymes that could be used to generate biofuels, providing promising fossil fuels alternatives.
Researchers using Chandra X-ray Observatory and XMM-Newton have found a point-like object, IGR J11014, which may be a rapidly spinning, super-dense star ejected during a supernova explosion. If confirmed, its speed of millions of miles per hour poses a challenge to existing models for supernova explosions.