A new study suggests that COVID-19 likely emerged from the natural fusion of two rare infectious diseases, glanders and Sennetsu fever, with some common human diseases. DNA methylation patterns at 865,859 CpG sites in blood samples from early COVID-19 patients revealed strong genetic link evidence supporting this theory.
Research on preservative mechanisms aims to develop improved preservation methods and identify effective antimicrobial compounds. Factors such as concentration, exposure time, and specific microorganism targeting influence preservative effectiveness, making targeted modifications crucial for enhanced antimicrobial properties.
A study presents an open-access tornado database for mainland China, revealing a spatial concentration of tornadoes in Jiangsu and Guangdong provinces. The data shows that tornadoes are most frequent in summer, peaking in July, with high-intensity tornadoes (EF2 and above) calculated for specific counties.
A global review of 56 guidelines found inconsistencies in acupuncture and moxibustion recommendations for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) and radiotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (RINV). The study highlights the importance of developing personalized antiemetic programs and integrating acupuncture and moxibustion wit...
A set of international acupuncture guidelines has been published for treating non-specific low back pain, providing seven recommendations for clinical questions. The guidelines aim to improve the efficacy and safety of acupuncture and moxibustion therapy for NSLBP, with a focus on patient-centered care.
Recent studies have developed recombinant collagen-like proteins exhibiting enhanced cell adhesion activity, including the newly approved injectable product for cosmetic use. The advancements involve class A recombinant humanized collagen with better biological activities than class B.
Researchers from China developed a wireless train communication network that demonstrates excellent performance in high-speed railway environments. The system, which integrates LoRa and GNSS technologies, offers lower cabling complexity and maintenance costs while providing greater flexibility for upgrades and fault recovery.
Researchers found that manipulating seaweed's microbiome can boost its potential for fighting climate change by promoting disease resistance, nutrient uptake, and stability. Early life stages of seaweeds are critical windows for establishing beneficial microbes that persist throughout the seaweed's life cycle.
Mitochondrial Ca2+ imbalance contributes to neurodegenerative diseases such as AD, PD, HD, ALS, and SCAs. Disruptions in Ca2+ homeostasis lead to ROS accumulation, energy depletion, and neuronal death. Targeting mitochondrial Ca2+ regulators holds promise for disease intervention.
Researchers discovered the SiPRR37 gene's role in regulating foxtail millet flowering based on day length. This allows the crop to adapt to different climates and achieve higher yields.
Researchers evaluated the noise impact of offshore wind farms on fishes and dolphins in the Pearl River Estuary. The study found that pile driving noise during construction can significantly affect marine animals, with predicted impact zones varying by species.
Researchers successfully rehabilitated a decommissioned stormwater management pond, creating a habitat for 16 native fish species. The pond provided connectivity between the river and lake, allowing fish to freely move between the two, indicating potential as important spawning grounds.
Researchers investigated microwave heating in single-mode reactors to understand its effects on food components. They found that solution volume and type significantly influenced heating rate and uniformity, highlighting the need for controlled conditions.
Researchers developed a novel, high-performance biomass-derived catalyst for advanced energy storage devices, outperforming traditional options in ORR efficiency. The catalyst, derived from sustainable biomass, facilitates the removal of key reaction intermediates, boosting power density.
Researchers have identified nine distinct cell types with unique transcriptional profiles in the olfactory epithelium of zebrafish after exposure to conspecific alarm substances. This discovery provides a valuable avenue for exploring cellular diversity and assessing genetic profiles from behavioral perspectives.
A Northwestern Polytechnical University team evaluated the performance of Gemini and GPT-series models across various medical tasks, finding strengths in report generation and lesion detection. The study highlights the potential of multimodal LLMs in alleviating clinician burden and integrating AI into clinical practice.
Researchers develop PSO-BP neural network to predict CO₂ hazard distance after pipeline rupture, reducing computational demands. The model is consistent with CO₂ concentration diffusion results.
A new study finds that industrial robots can significantly lower CO2 emissions in manufacturing exports. However, a U-shaped relationship is uncovered, where emissions initially drop before plateauing, highlighting the need for careful integration of robotics into manufacturing systems.
This pioneering research develops a sophisticated deep learning model that classifies skin lesions into distinct categories using transfer learning and test time augmentation. The model achieved an impressive 94.49% accuracy rate, promising to improve the precision of skin cancer diagnosis and potentially save countless lives.
Researchers investigated genetically modified rice's impact on seed production, revealing excessive sugar accumulation hinders pollen fertility and seed-setting. The study highlights the need for balance in photosynthesis to ensure sustainable rice cultivation.
Recent studies highlight conductive hydrogels as solutions in biosignal monitoring and electrical stimulation. Their tunable mechanical and electrical characteristics enable a wide range of applications, including wearable sensors, neural interfaces, and drug delivery systems.
Homogeneous tungsten doping in LiNiO2 is achieved through a grain boundary phase induced by excessive lithium. This process improves the cathode material's cyclic performance and mitigates the H2↔H3 phase transition.
Researchers in China studied wind disasters from 2021 to 2024 and developed rating standards for structural damage. Closing interior doors during strong winds reduces indoor wind speeds and enhances safety, according to the study.
A recent study explores blue light's effects on skin, including pigmentation, barrier damage, and photoaging. The research identifies key mechanisms and recommends a multifaceted approach to BL protection with physical sunscreens, bioprotective ingredients, antioxidants, and anti-photoaging components.
A study analyzed the socio-economic feasibility of green hydrogen production in southern Italy, estimating a Levelized Cost of Hydrogen (LCOH) of €3.60/kg. Public acceptance of wind power installations was found to be linked to willingness to pay (WTP), with 68.6% of LCOH values clustering between 3.20 and 4.00 €/kg
A team proposes an adaptive robust optimization approach to minimize operating costs in hybrid hydrogen-battery energy storage systems within microgrids. The approach integrates SoC management and considers uncertainty from a holistic daily perspective, affirming exceptional performance efficiency and resilience.
Bamboo invasion decreases mean and maximum diameter at breast height, maximum height, and total basal area of stands, while increasing stem density. The study reveals a greater allocation of biomass to height growth in bamboo, contributing to its invasive success.
A new consensus by Chinese experts establishes technical specifications for in vitro skin penetration tests of cosmetic products, aiming to improve safety and efficacy. The consensus aims to bridge the gap in testing standards for cosmetic ingredients.
Researchers isolated three purified polysaccharide fractions from sea buckthorn and found them to have good thermal stability, antioxidant activity, and reducing capabilities. The polysaccharides outperformed vitamin C in eliminating free radicals, making them promising for application in functional cosmetics.
Researchers developed a novel strategy to fabricate both stretchable and self-healable LIBs with an all-in-one configuration. The new design endows the battery with both stretchability and self-healing capability, overcoming previous limitations.
Researchers reviewed advancements in detecting circRNAs, highlighting isothermal amplification, CRISPR, and digital droplets assay. These methods offer improved sensitivity and specificity for circRNA detection, enabling better understanding of its biological function and tracking disease progression.
A new soft patch electrode has been developed to monitor human body signals, offering improved conductivity and flexibility for accurate measurements. The electrode reduces resistance while enhancing ion transport performance, paving the way for long-term wearable tech applications.
The study reviews current research trends and future advancements in electric vehicle battery technology, highlighting the performance, safety, and environmental impact of various battery types. Innovative management techniques and cost-effective solutions are crucial to support the growth of electric mobility.
A new composite phase change material composed of Na2SO4·10H2O and expanded graphite has been developed to regulate battery temperatures and mitigate thermal runaway risks. The material's dual-stage temperature control mechanism effectively manages LIB heat, reducing peak temperatures and delaying the onset of TR events.
Researchers from China successfully performed a remote robot-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy across 1,200 km using the Edge MP1000 and 5G technology. The surgery marked a new stage in remote medical technology with low latency, high precision, and high reliability.
A new study reviews radio frequency (RF) treatment's applications in processing fluid and semi-fluid foods, finding it outperforms conventional heat treatments due to its non-contact nature. Researchers highlight the need for further research to achieve large-scale application in the food industry.
Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C₃N₄) photocatalyst can be modified with Fe to increase reactive active sites and accelerate charge separation, leading to enhanced self-Fenton reaction and effective elimination of refractory sulfonic azo compounds. The new Fe₁/OPCN composite shows superior removal efficiency under visible light.
The Sino-US trade war has resulted in significant welfare losses for both countries, with little impact on employment. The conflict has reshaped global supply chains, revealing vulnerabilities and intensifying regionalized production networks.
Researchers developed a novel p-n heterojunction photocatalyst combining ultrasmall Te nanoparticles and CN nanosheets, achieving nearly 100% CO conversion selectivity to CO. The internal electric field accelerates electron transfer, reducing electron-hole recombination and enhancing CO reduction efficiency.
The study reveals that the hadal snailfish has unique metabolic adjustments to store energy, optimize energy utilization, and maintain membrane fluidity. The fish increases lipid reserves, elevates CoQ and ATPase levels, and adjusts fatty acid ratios to withstand food scarcity and high pressure.
Research found that people with hip osteoarthritis have reduced quadriceps voluntary activation and altered motor cortex function. This automatic muscle inhibition hampers rehabilitation progress and protects joints, resulting in substantial time-loss from work and a high economic cost.
Researchers found that low-frequency magnetic field (LFMF) enhances carotenoid yield in Rhodotorula glutinis by regulating iron metabolism. LFMF improves carotenoid synthesis and increases intracellular iron content, even disrupting gene expression related to iron metabolism.
Researchers developed an ultra-thin metal oxide semiconductor sensor to monitor human breath in real-time, with fast response and recovery times. The sensor achieved stable operation and recorded changes in respiratory status during various breathing states.
Researchers develop a novel synthesis method for CdNCN-CdS heterostructures, enabling rapid electron transfer and minimizing carrier recombination. The optimized structure demonstrates exceptional hydrogen evolution efficiency, surpassing previously reported catalysts.
Researchers from China, UK, and US formed the World Urine Project to explore urine's potential as an early warning system for diseases. The initiative establishes a shared database for accurate and personalized diagnosis, aiming to transform reactive medicine.
Researchers found that TTA reverses meldonium-induced changes in fatty acid synthesis and elongation, alleviating liver fat accumulation. Alterations in delta-6 desaturase activity and plasma L-carnitine levels play a critical role in hepatic steatosis.
Researchers investigated elevational patterns of seed plant beta diversity and its turnover and nestedness components in the Gyirong Valley. They found a hump-shaped pattern driven by climate variables, with taxonomic and phylogenetic beta diversity being lower than expected. Conservation efforts should prioritize elevations with diffe...
A study published in Water Biology and Security reveals spatial and temporal patterns of biodiversity in four taxonomic groups along the Za'gya Zangbo River. The findings emphasize the importance of considering multiple biological groups in biomonitoring high-altitude rivers, and highlight areas that require targeted conservation efforts.
A new study reveals that external canopy structural heterogeneity has a stronger influence on species diversity-productivity relationships than internal heterogeneity. Researchers introduced a new index to quantify this external heterogeneity, which plays a key role in mediating biodiversity-forest productivity dynamics.
Researchers discovered that tire-wear particle leachates induce hepatic oxidative stress, inflammation, and histopathology changes in black-spotted frogs. These disruptions can lead to long-term health issues for affected organisms.