Research reveals that over 90% of detained youths struggle in their lives, with severe impairment affecting up to 20%. Early interventions and comprehensive services are crucial to address psychiatric disorders, education, vocational training, and social skills.
Researchers have created a new class of porous materials that effectively separate hydrogen from complex gas mixtures. The materials exhibit superior performance in separating hydrogen from carbon dioxide and methane, increasing the efficiency of producing pure hydrogen.
Researchers analyzed nearly 60 terabytes of data from EverQuest II, a fantasy massive multiplayer online role-playing game, to study social network configurations. They found that players tend to stick close to home, forming groups with people they already know, and women are often the most dedicated and satisfied players.
Scientists develop novel materials for stem cell therapy by combining peptide amphiphiles with hyaluronic acid, resulting in self-assembling sacs that can encapsulate human stem cells and deliver growth factors. The structures also exhibit unique physical properties and can be tailored to release cells at specific injury sites.
Studies of virtual world Second Life reveal that teenagers form online friendships with people in their immediate geographic area, and tend to be friends with the friends of their friends rather than strangers. This challenges common assumptions about social networks and highlights how technology can reinforce existing relationships.
Human ancestors' large brains required high-energy diets, while modern humans consume more calories and nutrients. The imbalance between energy intake and expenditure contributes to obesity worldwide.
Researchers found that individuals with short serotonin transporter gene and 7-repeat allele of the DRD4 gene invest more in risky investments. The study suggests that genetics play a role in predicting financial risk-taking, but experience and upbringing also contribute to investor behavior.
A new Northwestern University study uses brain-reading technology to show that people can be more accurate in recognizing familiar images when distracted or guessing than when paying full attention. The research suggests that implicit recognition may play a significant role in everyday decision-making and problem-solving.
Researchers found that insulin shields neurons from toxic proteins in Alzheimer's disease, preserving memory-forming synapses. This discovery suggests a novel approach to treating the devastating disease by increasing insulin sensitivity in the brain.
Researchers at Northwestern University have discovered that electrostatic interactions alone can give rise to helical shapes in molecules, shedding light on how nature generates chirality. Their work shows that this phenomenon is a result of simple interactions and has implications for understanding complex phenomena.
Researchers at Northwestern University developed a novel method to assemble graphite oxide sheets into continuous membranes, overcoming conventional thin-film processing limitations. This breakthrough enables the creation of high-quality graphene devices with high successful yields and potential applications in energy-related fields.
A clinical trial at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine found that patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis experienced significant improvements after receiving an autologous non-myeloablative haematopoietic stem-cell transplant. The disease stabilized in all patients, with 81% showing improvement.
Researchers at Northwestern University have discovered a new cellular mechanism that requires both types of neuronal metabotropic receptors to produce biochemical changes, increasing neuron firing and strengthening signals to other brain regions.
A Northwestern University team created a model of how prices fluctuate in political prediction markets, revealing that partisan feeling can significantly impact trading. The researchers found that traders' emotions played a crucial role in the market's behavior, especially during the 2000 presidential election. By understanding these d...
Key epigenetic abnormalities in endometriosis have been identified, including the presence of aromatase, which produces excessive estrogen in affected tissue. Aromatase inhibitors are now being tested for treatment options.
A clinical trial from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine found that supervised exercise can improve walking endurance for people with peripheral arterial disease. Participants were able to walk an average of 69 feet further after six months of supervised treadmill walking, and reported a better quality of life.
Researchers at Northwestern University have successfully designed synthetic HDL, a nanoparticle version capable of irreversibly binding cholesterol. The study shows that the synthetic HDL mimics natural HDL's surface composition and could one day help fill the gap in useful therapeutics for raising good cholesterol.
A new study suggests that brain starvation as we age can lead to the production of amyloid plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. Regular exercise, managing cholesterol and hypertension, and improving blood flow to the brain may help prevent or treat the disease.
Northwestern University researchers have discovered a CRISPR locus that can impede the spread of antibiotic resistance in pathogenic staphylococci by blocking plasmid transfer. This mechanism could provide a means to limit the spread of antibiotic resistance genes and virulence factors in bacteria.
HIV can infect immune cells in a woman's vaginal tract through the skin, not just through breaks or lesions. The virus penetrates healthy genital skin to reach its targets within four hours.
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a technique to produce double-walled carbon nanotubes with improved electrical conductivity, spatial resolution, and scanning lifetimes. The method uses density gradient ultracentrifugation to separate the nanotubes, resulting in longer DWNTs that outperform single-walled nanotubes.
A Northwestern University team developed partial-wave spectroscopy (PWS) to detect subtle abnormal changes in human colon cancer cells. The technique can identify cell nanoarchitecture and detect changes before conventional microscopy can.
Researchers found that single-celled organisms spontaneously silence large numbers of metabolic reactions to optimize growth, with around 300 active reactions for all four organisms under optimal conditions. This finding provides new insights into the interplay between metabolic network activity and biological function.
Researchers at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine discovered a link between chronic pain and brain rewiring in complex region pain syndrome (CRPS). The study found changes in the brain's white matter, which dispatch messages between neurons, contributing to the condition.
Researchers at Northwestern University found a way to trick the immune system of mice into believing transplanted islets are their own cells. This technique eliminated the need for immunosuppressive drugs in mice with chemically-induced diabetes after islet transplantation, showing high success rates.
Researchers have developed electronics that can withstand complex deformations, including twisting. Their 'pop-up' technology has been improved to create circuits that can bend, stretch, and twist, enabling new applications in medical and athletic fields.
Researchers studied e-mails sent from over 3,000 accounts and found that people don't respond to e-mails randomly, but rather in cycles influenced by their daily routines. The model reveals non-random intervals between e-mails, including times when people are sleeping.
Researchers at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine discovered that super-aged brains have a lower number of fiber-like tangles, which accumulate inside brain cells and are thought to kill them. This finding suggests that individuals with fewer tangles perform better cognitively.
New Northwestern University research reveals that women's physical appearance can impact their chances of winning votes, particularly for men. The study found that female politicians who are seen as both attractive and competent are more likely to win votes, while male politicians with approachable features tend to perform better in el...
Researchers at Northwestern University resolved discrepancies in ZnO nanowire elasticity by performing experiments and computational studies. The findings reveal that the elastic stiffness of ZnO nanowires monotonically increases as their diameter decreases, with atomic level changes attributed to surface reconstruction.
A team of researchers at Northwestern University has successfully written nanoscale protein arrays using a tool called the nanofountain probe (NFP), which rapidly deploys proteins with unprecedented resolution. The technique utilizes electric fields to control protein transport, allowing for efficient and high-resolution patterning.
A recent Northwestern University study reveals that the immediate response of non-black participants is to categorize racially ambiguous people as black when they know one parent is black and the other is white. However, upon more thoughtful reflection, they are more likely to consider the same faces multiracial.
A Northwestern University-led research team has identified a new material that can transform thermoelectric technology into one that converts waste heat into electricity, potentially improving gas mileage by 5-10 percent. The discovery is promising and could lead to widespread use in the automotive industry and other applications.
Researchers at Northwestern University believe spicy food, including pepperoni pizza, can worsen pelvic pain and urinary frequency in women with interstitial cystitis. A new treatment approach using anesthetic patches or suppositories may provide relief.
A Northwestern University research team developed a nanomaterial-based biomedical device that delivers chemotherapy drugs locally to tumor sites, reducing unnecessary exposure to toxic drugs. The device takes advantage of nanodiamonds for sustained drug release, which was demonstrated to be effective for one month.
Researchers developed a fiber optic technology to measure blood levels in the colonic lining, detecting an early increase in blood supply associated with proximity to neoplasia. The findings suggest this technology could be a valuable screening tool for enhancing polyp detection and improving colon cancer prevention.
A new Northwestern University study finds that liberals fear a barren, lifeless world without deep feelings and intense experiences, while conservatives fear chaos and societal collapse. The research sheds light on why conservatives prefer authoritarian leaders and may explain differences in political orientation.
A new meta-analysis found that phone psychotherapy retained 97.4% of patients compared to face-to-face therapy's 50%. This breakthrough suggests a more accessible and effective treatment option for those struggling with depression.
A new study from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine found that ipratropium increases the risk of heart attack or arrhythmia by 34% compared to albuterol or no treatment. The study suggests that the medication may have a systemic cardiovascular effect, increasing mortality risk in COPD patients.
Researchers at Northwestern University found that avatars in virtual worlds respond to social cues, revealing racial biases, similar to real-world behavior. The study employed door-in-the-face and foot-in-the-door techniques to demonstrate the effects of social influence on avatar behavior.
A Northwestern University study found that over 60% of US hospitals do not comply with the recommendation to examine 12 lymph nodes after colon cancer surgery, leading to improved survival rates when more nodes are checked.
A Northwestern University research team found that cell metabolisms have evolved to be exceptionally robust, adopting organizational structures that minimize the impact of gene deletions and mutations. This could lead to improved understanding of how to design synthetic networks with similar robustness.
A Northwestern University study has discovered a new mechanism for cell fate determination in yeast cells, showing why mothers and daughters express genes differently. The researchers found that a protein regulator gets trapped in the daughter nucleus, turning on genes that make it distinct from the mother.
Carbon nanotubes' true mechanical properties have been measured by Northwestern University researchers using a novel nanoscale material testing system. The results match quantum mechanics predictions and reveal that irradiation can strengthen the structure by forming bonds between shells of the tube.
Researchers from Northwestern University have successfully mass-produced the 2008 Summer Olympics logo, 15,000 times, using a new printing technique called Polymer Pen Lithography (PPL). The PPL method allows for fast, inexpensive, and simple printing on nanometer, micrometer, and millimeter length scales.
A genetic trait linked to a 10-20 percent incidence in colorectal cancer patients significantly increases the risk of developing cancer to 50 percent if inherited, surpassing other known gene mutations.
Researchers found that dopamine strengthens the 'go' circuit and weakens the 'stop' circuit in the brain, leading to compulsive behavior and addictive tendencies. The study also shows how Parkinson's patients' reduced dopamine levels lead to frozen motor skills.
The study reveals that the formation of planetary systems was full of violence and drama, but our solar system required conditions to be just right. The researchers ran over 100 simulations, showing that an average planetary system's origin was dramatic, with planets being flung into space or crowded together.
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a new camera technology that uses a curved surface to capture images, similar to the human eye. The technology, which has been published in Nature, has shown promising results in producing clearer and more detailed images than traditional cameras.
The research aims to understand the role of inorganic molecules, particularly zinc, in signaling events surrounding fertilization and early embryonic development. The team will use advanced microscopy and imaging technologies to track metal ion movement and develop new fluorescent sensors.