A novel computational method estimates the level of connectivity in bacterial communities, revealing that species diversity is limited by interaction strength. Understanding these stability principles is essential for developing medical treatments and preserving the environment.
A new study by Bar-Ilan University researchers reveals that synchronized brain activity is crucial for information transfer between brain regions. Increasing synchronization improves transmission and processing of information, while decreasing it impairs cognitive function. This finding may contribute to the development of treatments f...
A new study published in Scientific Reports provides definitive evidence for the origin of Herod the Great's luxurious alabaster bathtubs. Analytical methods distinguish calcite-alabaster from Egypt and confirm quarries in Israel, challenging long-held assumptions.
Researchers from Bar-Ilan University discovered that brain learning occurs mainly in dendritic trees, where the trunk and branches modify their strength. This finding paves the way for a new type of AI hardware and algorithms with comparable success rates to existing parallel GPUs.
Researchers developed a 3D printing method to preserve coral reefs, using natural structure data and environmental DNA sampling. The process creates customizable structures that can be tailored to specific reef environments, promoting biodiversity and supporting regrowth.
Physicists discovered that chaotic systems can synchronize due to the emergence of stable fractal structures. As systems are coupled, these fractals assimilate, causing synchronization. Strong coupling leads to complete synchronization through the 'Zipper Effect', where dominant fractals become identical.
A long-term cohort study in Israel found that antibody levels dropped seven to nine months after the second dose, but increased tenfold with a booster shot. The study suggests individuals with hybrid immunity also require subsequent boosters beyond two initial doses.
A long-term study reveals that urbanization disrupts natural biorhythms in corals, affecting their metabolism, growth, and reproduction. Despite healthy appearance, corals near urban areas show altered diel and lunar cycles, microbiome patterns, and decreased physiological performance.
A new study by Bar-Ilan University researchers found that choosing to be with others is more consequential to well-being than choosing to be alone. Participants reported higher satisfaction and happiness when with others, but also experienced lower well-being in situations not chosen by themselves.
Bar-Ilan University researchers develop a two-step recovery process to revive failed networks by restructuring damaged links and reigniting the entire system through controlled node activation. This approach has shown promise in steering a failed microbiome back to functionality, particularly with probiotic interventions.
In a recent study, Dalla Torre and his team ran a collaborative mathematical game on different technologies to evaluate the systems' ability to demonstrate quantum mechanical properties. The Quantinuum System Model H1-1 outperformed classical results by returning correct answers 97% of the time.
A study by Bar-Ilan University and Galilee Medical Center found that vitamin D deficiency is associated with severe COVID-19 cases and high mortality rates. Patients with low vitamin D levels were 14 times more likely to have severe or critical cases than those with normal levels.
A 1.5 million-year-old human vertebra found in Israel's Jordan Valley supports the theory of multiple migration waves from Africa to Eurasia, contradicting a long-held one-time event assumption. The discovery sheds new light on human evolution and dispersal patterns.
A Bar-Ilan University study found that participants remembered large images 1.5 times more than small ones, regardless of detail or resolution. This phenomenon may affect screen quality and learning on smartphones, suggesting larger screens could be better for studying.
A Bar-Ilan University study reveals a correlation between physiological data collected prior to the pandemic and heightened COVID-related fears. The research found that individuals with larger households and those who experienced financial difficulties during the pandemic were more likely to exhibit elevated worries.
A new targeted therapy inhibits specific immune cells associated with lupus nephritis, improving kidney inflammation in animal models. Elevated levels of ALCAM molecules suggest a potential new path toward personalized medicine.
New experiments challenge conventional wisdom on neuronal refractory periods, discovering durations exceeding 20 milliseconds and sensitivity to input signal origin. These findings may hold the key to understanding degenerative diseases and advancing artificial intelligence-based applications.
Researchers found that infants with autism symptoms can show significant improvement in just a few months through targeted therapeutic interventions. The studies suggest that bridging the gap between early detection and intervention may significantly reduce the severity of lifelong developmental deviation.
Researchers at Bar-Ilan University used a crowd-sourced approach to test the effectiveness of mannitol in treating Parkinson's disease. The study, published in BioSocieties, chronicles the story of CliniCrowd, an Israeli company that recruited patients and collected data on mannitol's effects.
Researchers discovered a mechanism of sleep in zebrafish and mice, linking PARP1 protein to signaling the brain for sleep. Six hours of sleep per night is sufficient to reduce DNA damage, highlighting the importance of adequate sleep for efficient DNA repair.
Chimeric RNAs are found in both normal and cancer cells, driving phenotypic diversity and promoting drug-resistant cancer evolution. The researchers propose a hypothesis to explain their evolutionary significance and suggest chimeric RNAs as potential targets for personalized treatment.
Researchers at Bar-Ilan University have developed a novel treatment method that destroys cancer cells by targeting the cytoskeletal protein WASp, which is unique in active hematologic cancer cells. The approach uses small molecule compounds identified through AI and machine learning to inhibit proliferation and destroy malignant cells.
A nationwide study of nearly 625,000 births in Israel found consistent links between high and low temperatures and lower birth weight. Exposure to extreme temperatures, particularly heat in the second and third trimesters, was associated with reduced fetal growth.
Researchers at Bar-Ilan University have demonstrated disorder-induced localization, allowing for the control of random laser emission through pump profile shaping. This breakthrough enables the creation of highly efficient and stable microlasers with unprecedented degrees of freedom.
Researchers at Bar-Ilan University found that individuals previously infected with COVID-19 require a second dose of the vaccine to achieve optimal protection. This is because infection after the first dose did not increase IgG antibody levels, and those infected post-vaccination had lower antibody levels than never infected individuals.
A Bar-Ilan University study found that individuals with more relaxed heart rate/respiratory function 2-3 years prior to SARS-CoV-2 reported greater mental well-being during the pandemic. Physiological measures such as RSA and SCL were used to assess individuals' mental well-being and regulation of negative emotions.
Researchers discovered a new way to treat PTSD by targeting epigenetic modifications. Combining two natural products, SAMe and vitamin A, reversed PTSD-like behaviors in animals. This approach offers hope for a non-toxic treatment that addresses the underlying genetic cause of the disease.
Researchers at Bar-Ilan University have developed a novel method for rapid repair of peripheral nerve injuries using nerve guidance conduits filled with engineered aligned collagen gels and NGF-coated magnetic particles. This technique has shown improved axon growth and functional motor restoration in rats with peripheral nerve injury,...
A massive study of spotted hyena data over 27 years reveals that social inheritance plays a crucial role in forming and maintaining social networks. Offspring inherit social bonds from their mothers, influencing survival and reproductive success, with higher-ranked mothers having more accurate copying of social associations.
A team of neuroscientists discovered five key brain functions that enable social connection through music, including empathy circuits, oxytocin secretion, and dopamine release. Music can strengthen cohesion and mutual trust between people by signaling shared values.
Non-optimal codons enable coronaviruses to infect multiple hosts, increasing viral mRNA load. This finding highlights the importance of considering non-optimal codon usage in SARS-CoV-2 vaccine development.
Researchers found that transgenic mice with high levels of SIRT6 gene exhibit increased life expectancy and vigor, without frailty. The mechanism reveals enhanced energy generation capacity, facilitating healthy aging, and could lead to human lifespan prolongation methods.
Researchers developed a novel software tool to quantify potential CRISPR-induced errors, including adverse translocation events that can cause cancer. The tool, CRISPECTOR, analyzes next-generation sequencing data and applies statistical modeling to determine editing activity.
Researchers at Bar-Ilan University developed a novel solution combining light and ultrasound waves to create ultra-narrow filters in silicon integrated circuits. This innovation addresses the challenge of accommodating long delays required for narrowband filtering, enabling more efficient microwave photonic systems.
Research team freshness significantly impacts research performance, with fresh teams producing papers of higher originality and greater multidisciplinary impact. Newer collaboration relations and younger team members are key contributors to this effect.
A new technology-based method, proposed by Israeli researchers, aims to streamline epidemiological research and coronavirus testing. By identifying individuals with a high probability of infection before symptoms appear, the method can reduce unnecessary tests, quarantine duration, morbidity, and mortality.
Researchers found four lncRNAs linked to cytokine storms in severe SARS-CoV-2 infection, suggesting potential therapeutic targets. The study sheds light on immune dysfunction mechanisms and informs novel approaches for treating severe COVID-19 patients.
A new study reveals that Northern Red Sea corals can tolerate high temperatures but are sensitive to even slight cold spells, which can cause bleaching. Researchers found that corals from the Gulf of Aqaba responded similarly to heat stress and did not bleach at high temperatures after recovering from a cold winter.
A newly-discovered non-coding RNA molecule regulates protein translation in trypanosoma parasites, a key finding with potential applications in treating and preventing diseases such as sleeping sickness. The discovery sheds light on the previously unknown function of rRNA introns and may lead to the development of novel medications.
An observational study analyzed data from 10,477 individuals in Israel and found that aspirin use was associated with a 29% lower likelihood of COVID-19 infection. Aspirin treatment was also linked to shorter conversion times for positive to negative PCR test results and reduced disease duration.
Researchers propose an alternating lockdown strategy to combat COVID-19, which involves partitioning the population into two groups and alternating their activities weekly. This approach isolates invisible spreaders, such as pre-symptomatic carriers, reducing viral spread and helping flatten the curve.
Researchers found that delayed treatment improved surgical outcomes and reduced complications for facial bone injuries. The 'Critical Revascularization Period' allows for healing and formation of new blood vessels, improving oxygen supply and reducing morbidity.
A recent study published in Eurosurveillance found that one dose of the Pfizer vaccine triggers a strong immune response in people who have previously been infected with SARS-CoV-2. The researchers also observed similar responses across multi-ethnic groups, suggesting that vaccination priority for those previously infected may not be n...
Researchers found that desire for self-control is influenced by societal demands and internal motivations, with individuals low in trait self-control expressing greater DSC. Desire for self-control hinges on sense of necessity to accomplish current goals, leading to increased willingness to enroll in training.
Scientists have developed a technology that allows pinpointing millions of RNA molecules mapped inside tissues with nanoscale resolution. This breakthrough enables researchers to advance treatment of complex diseases and Alzheimer's research by analyzing RNA molecules in 3D tissue samples.
A new study found that exposure to antibiotics within the first 14 days of life is associated with reduced weight and height in boys up to age six. However, antibiotic use after neonatal period leads to higher body mass index (BMI) in both boys and girls during childhood.
A global survey of nearly 200 countries found that most national health authority websites contain errors making navigation difficult for people with disabilities. This lack of accessibility hinders equal access to crucial COVID-19 information, exacerbating the pandemic's spread.
Research found that people focus more on the present when with others, while focusing on past and future when alone. Social interactions boost anxiety and anger, but alleviate sadness.
Researchers from Bar-Ilan University demonstrate the application of physical concepts in physics to solve key challenges in artificial intelligence. By adopting power-law scaling, they show that learning each example once is equivalent to learning examples repeatedly, enabling rapid decision-making and ultrafast learning.
Researchers found that artificial light pollution affects coral reproduction, causing delayed gametogenesis and unsynchronized gamete release. The study suggests that natural periodic illumination is crucial for cueing spawning synchronicity and the gametogenic process.