A study found that nearly half of retail investors use GenAI to process financial information and inform investment decisions. Investors primarily use GenAI as a research assistant to make sense of complex financial data, with 74% believing it improves processing and 80% planning to continue using it. However, concerns about reliabilit...
A clinical trial has demonstrated a new treatment that reduces bleeding within the heart muscle and preserves heart function in severe heart attack patients. The trial tested a peri-reperfusion therapy that limits hemorrhagic myocardial injury after primary percutaneous coronary intervention.
A daily 20 mg dose of zinc reduced infections by 38% in children with sickle cell anemia, a genetic blood disorder that leaves them vulnerable to infections. The study's findings suggest a potential new strategy to decrease hospitalizations and save lives, with further research planned to confirm the results.
Researchers identified a potential new treatment strategy combining popular weight-loss medications with anti-inflammatory drugs to help patients with obesity-associated leukemia. The study found that obesity creates a state of chronic inflammation that accelerates the growth of mutated, leukemia-causing blood stem cells.
A new research project will study the effect of immune cell aging on Parkinson's disease risk and progression. The team aims to identify individuals at greater risk for Parkinson's disease and develop targeted treatments.
Researchers at Indiana University are using artificial intelligence and machine learning to discover new treatments for Alzheimer's disease. The team hopes to create AI-driven tools that can efficiently screen billions of compounds and prioritize those most likely to interact with disease-related targets.
Researchers found that certain unicellular organisms can stick together when fed specific bacteria, revealing a possible mode of early animal evolution. This discovery sheds light on how cells began to cooperate and reproduce as multicellular organisms billions of years ago.
Researchers create a new method to deliver therapies directly to cancer cells using lipid nanoparticles, avoiding healthy tissues. The study successfully targets multiple myeloma cells in their natural environment by attaching an antibody that recognizes a specific marker.
Indiana University Professor Tom James proposes a new explanation for decision-making, suggesting that the brain's sensory, sensorimotor, and motor processes work together to select actions, rather than a central 'decision-making' process. This approach offers a more parsimonious alternative to traditional theories.
A new Indiana University study reveals that unusual zones within the fault itself act as built-in brakes on earthquake magnitude. These 'barriers' are structurally complex zones where the fault splits into multiple strands, promoting a process called dilatancy strengthening that prevents earthquakes from getting bigger.
Researchers have discovered a new weight-loss mechanism that eliminates the need for GLP-1, reducing gastrointestinal side effects and increasing treatment tolerability. This breakthrough offers hope for patients who struggle with adverse reactions to existing obesity medications.
Researchers at Indiana University School of Medicine developed a new method to analyze brain energy network patterns, revealing insights into Alzheimer's disease progression. The study found that brain networks reorganize as the disease progresses, with memory and language functions showing increased metabolic demand in early stages.
A randomized clinical trial examined the impact of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) screening in older adults on family members. The study found that primary care screenings did not worsen quality of life, depression, or anxiety over two years.
Children who survive severe childhood malaria experience cognitive and academic impairment that persists into adolescence. The correlation highlights the urgent need for better prevention strategies and therapies to minimize lasting effects of the disease.
Indiana University has expanded its free generative AI course, GenAI 101, to over 805,000 alumni worldwide. The course provides practical skills in prompt engineering, data storytelling, and ethical AI use, preparing learners for an AI-powered world.
A new framework proposes dividing soil water into three pools and plant water into two, resolving hydrogen isotope offsets and improving drought predictions. This discovery offers a path toward more precise measurements, enabling sharper predictions of agricultural security and water availability in a warming climate.
Researchers found that depleting fibrinogen, a clotting protein, slows down pancreatic cancer by shrinking tumors and reducing liver metastasis. Fibrinogen contributes to tumor growth and environment, and its depletion changes tumor cells to alter behavior and aggressiveness.
Researchers identified a link between clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential (CHIP) and IBD severity. Using a drug called APX3330, the team reduced inflammation and restored colon health in mouse models.
Indiana University scientists have identified IDOL, an enzyme that removes amyloid plaques and improves communication between neurons in the brain. Targeting this enzyme may provide a new way to remove amyloid plaques and improve resilience against disease progression.
The Gerdt Lab at Indiana University Bloomington has found a chemical solution to weaken bacteria's defenses against viruses, providing an alternative to antibiotics. The discovery could apply to hard-to-treat infections in humans and agriculture, where antibiotic overuse can worsen the spread of resistance.
Researchers led by Michael Wasserman are studying pesticide exposure in farming communities in Uganda, using household diaries and silicone wristbands to track human exposure. The study aims to inform communities about safe levels of exposure and suggest ways to reduce it.
Researchers observed episodic memory in rats, suggesting they can model complex cognitive processes. The study shows rats can recall memories with accuracy and context, even after a long delay, implying evolutionarily ancient forms of memory.
Research reveals that negotiation avoidance is the norm, with 95% of individuals choosing not to negotiate up to 51% of the time. To overcome this mindset, experts emphasize the importance of understanding one's position, creating room for concessions, and developing strong relationships.
The US economy is expected to grow at 1.8% in 2026, with AI and energy infrastructure investments playing a key role. Despite this, job creation will not be strong enough to keep unemployment rates from rising to 4.8%, with the nation's economy facing uncertainty around trade policy.
Researchers have achieved breakthrough in understanding the universe thanks to a joint analysis between NOvA and T2K experiments. The study brings scientists closer to answering why the universe is filled with matter, shedding light on neutrino oscillations and their role in shaping the cosmos.
During the 2024 total solar eclipse, researchers discovered that bird species sing as if it were dawn, even when only dark for four minutes. The study used a smartphone app and automated recorders to collect data on over 100,000 bird vocalizations, revealing 29 species showed clear changes in behavior.
A new lab-designed protein has been discovered to regulate blood glucose levels, offering a potential new treatment avenue for people with Type 1 diabetes. The substance combines insulin and glucagon into one molecule, signaling the liver to respond naturally.
Researchers investigate ADHD medications' impact on serious substance use problems among vulnerable youth and young adults. The study uses nationwide healthcare data to analyze over 3.3 million young people and aims to provide clear, evidence-based answers for families and clinicians.
Researchers discovered that blocking two key proteins, Ref-1 and PRDX1, significantly shrunk tumors and increased cancer cell death. The approach also affected the tumor's surrounding environment, highlighting its effectiveness in disrupting the tumor's support system.
A new study from IU researchers found that simple screening questionnaires performed better than advanced machine learning methods in measuring social needs. However, each method had gaps, particularly with financial strain, which was harder to identify.
A comprehensive study suggests that mild to moderate use of prescribed opioid pain medications during pregnancy does not increase the risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. The study found that other factors, such as parental age and psychiatric conditions, may explain th...
A new study found that providing personalized colorectal cancer risk information to patients and their health care providers did not improve screening rates for the deadly ailment. Colorectal cancer is the second-most common cause of death from cancer in the United States, claiming nearly 55,000 lives annually.
TOPSAIL aims to make it faster and easier to evaluate new AI tools in education. The two-year planning project will establish a new paradigm for evidence-based adoption of AI technologies, grounded in rigorous psychological science and learning theory. The testbed will provide robust privacy protections and experimental controls.
Researchers at Indiana University School of Medicine have developed a novel candidate drug that shifts the behavior of immunosuppressive regulatory T cells, turning them from cancer protectors into tumor fighters. The study shows promising results in clearing triple-negative breast cancer tumors and treating other aggressive cancers.
A large-scale field study finds that anonymous reviews reduce disparities for Asian first authors, but women and early-career applicants score slightly worse. Anonymous reviews also show minimal differences in reliability and validity compared to non-anonymous reviews.
A large clinical study found that high-tech oxygen level monitoring during heart surgery did not lower the risk of serious complications afterward. Fewer pneumonia cases were reported in patients with advanced monitoring, but this difference may have been coincidental.
A new study from Indiana University and Notre Dame researchers finds PFAS in nearly 30% of tested reusable feminine hygiene products. The presence of these chemicals has raised concerns about safety and transparency, particularly for adolescents and young women who use these products.
Researchers developed a potential strategy to treat neurobehavioral challenges in NF1, a genetic disease affecting the skin and nervous system. The findings may also apply to hundreds of other rare genetic diseases, including autism spectrum disorder and ADHD.
A study by Indiana University researchers suggests that intentional abusive behavior can provide short-term benefits to supervisors, but harms subordinates. This challenges the idea that abusive supervision is always impulsive or emotionally driven.
Researchers developed an AI-powered diagnostic approach using quantitative biomarkers and biometrics to rapidly assess neurodivergent disorders. The method has the potential to diagnose autism or ADHD in as little as 15 minutes, providing healthcare providers with additional tools to tailor treatments.
A new framework developed by researchers aims to better predict and understand cascading land surface hazards, which can increase the risk of subsequent events. The study's findings could help improve disaster response and build societal resilience after natural hazards.
A new study explores the connection between grip strength and psychosis, finding that impaired grip strength and well-being share common patterns of brain connectivity. The research provides a unifying brain circuit explanation for psychosis and identifies potential brain targets for new treatments.
A clinical trial found that semaglutide, a Type 2 diabetes drug, improved blood sugar levels and weight loss in adult Type 1 diabetes patients who use automated insulin delivery systems. The study showed that 36% of patients taking semaglutide achieved target blood glucose levels and lost at least 5% of their body weight.
Researchers at IU School of Medicine have developed a new digital marker to predict asthma diagnoses in children using electronic health records. The passive digital marker is more accurate than traditional methods and can be used to enhance early detection rates, reducing the risk of asthma progression in young patients.
A blood test detecting amyloid plaques in the brain associated with Alzheimer's disease has received FDA clearance. The test is more than 90% accurate and offers a less invasive, more accessible diagnosis for patients over 55 years old.
Researchers at Indiana University discovered a new way acetaminophen targets pain by inhibiting an enzyme that produces endocannabinoids. Reduced levels of these compounds may lead to decreased pain relief, providing a potential target for designing safer pain medications.
A new approach targeting inflammation may help prevent or slow the progression of Type 1 diabetes by blocking TYK2 protein signaling. Researchers found that inhibiting this protein reduced harmful inflammation in the pancreas and protected insulin-producing beta cells.
New research reveals that bird species with hard-to-get tree cavities have evolved heightened aggression in females. The study found a set of genes consistently altered in the brains of these birds, mirroring molecular similarity across lineages.
A new imaging technique developed by IU scientists allows for the visualization of 25 cellular markers in intact bone marrow tissue without disruption. This advancement could support future drug development and therapies for conditions involving bone marrow.
Dr. John Turchi, a leading lung cancer researcher, has been appointed as the inaugural executive director of the Tom and Julie Wood Center for Lung Cancer Research at Indiana University. The center aims to advance lung cancer research and improve patient outcomes through innovative therapies and personalized care.