Researchers created algorithm to systematically analyze cancer cell pathways and reveal regulatory code in DNA. This breakthrough could lead to more precise treatments and improve patient outcomes.
An international team of scientists has made the first direct observation of a planet-like object orbiting a star similar to the sun. The object, GJ 758 B, is estimated to be 10-40 times as massive as Jupiter and orbits its star at a distance of approximately 300 trillion miles.
The center aims to understand the explosive evolution of cancer under stress using an interdisciplinary team and physics-based approach. Researchers will create microhabitats to manipulate variables and observe cell responses, informing the development of sophisticated computer models to simulate tumor growth.
Researchers found that macaque monkeys react with revulsion when viewing nearly human-like images, supporting theories of an evolutionary basis for the uncanny valley. The study indicates that the brain mechanisms underlying this phenomenon are likely biological adaptations.
Researchers used ancient volcanic rocks to determine Earth's magnetic field was structured like today's two-pole model, resolving a long-standing debate. This finding may lead to better understanding of historical continental movement and its impact on climate.
A study by Alan Krueger and Jitka Malečková found that negative public opinion toward a country's leadership and policies is associated with an increased likelihood of terrorist acts. The research analyzed data from 143 pairs of countries and linked opinions to terrorist attacks between 2004 and 2008.
A Princeton-led team of scientists has found that denitrification is the dominant process in returning nitrogen to the air in low-oxygen ocean environments. The team's research confirms the importance of conventional denitrification and suggests that the current mainstream view on the nitrogen cycle may be based on a false impression.
A Princeton-led team has discovered how some antibiotics kill bacteria by jamming the translocator, a protein-producing machine. The researchers also found that a specific protein called YccA protects the translocator from destruction, similar to a human protein of interest in cancer research.
Two Princeton University researchers have solved a major advance in addressing a twist in the packing problem, jamming more tetrahedra into a space than ever before. They achieved a density of 78.2% and devised an approach involving pairs of tetrahedra face-to-face.
A new method developed by Princeton University scientists can divide carbon emissions responsibility among countries more fairly, targeting high polluters globally. The approach uses individual emissions to calculate a nation's responsibility to curb its output of carbon dioxide.
A research team from Princeton University has found that DNA sequences previously considered 'junk' are essential for an organism's growth and development. The discovery reveals that these regions, known as transposons, perform critical functions by rearranging the genome.
Researchers found that antibody interference can hinder vaccine effectiveness, proposing a new approach to design more powerful vaccines. They suggest intentionally developing a vaccine strain that differs from the anticipated infectious virus at specific sites.
New research by Princeton University geoscientist Gerta Keller suggests that volcanoes, not an asteroid, were the likely culprits in the demise of the Earth's giant reptiles. The study found 'biotic evidence' and 'aftermath' sediments indicating a massive die-off occurred much later than previously thought.
A Mexican health care program created in 2003 has been found effective in reducing crippling health care costs among poorer households. The Seguro Popular program was developed to provide health care to 50 million Mexicans who otherwise would lack coverage, and its success could provide lessons for other countries.
A team of researchers found that the malaria parasite breaks down essential amino acid arginine to trigger a more deadly phase of the disease. By depleting this substance, the parasite may be able to 'switch off' human immune functions that threaten its survival.
Researchers have observed a synchronized quantum dance in electrons' spin within a new material, enabling the transformation of computing and electronics. The discovery has significant implications for data storage, memory, and computation power.
A team of scientists at Princeton University has identified a long-sought gene, Metadherin, that is responsible for the aggressive behavior of poor-prognosis tumors and makes them resistant to chemotherapy. The discovery paves the way for new drugs to inhibit the gene's diabolical actions and may have significant health implications.
A Princeton University scientist has demonstrated that sugar can be an addictive substance, with lab animals showing signs of craving and relapse. The study suggests that bingeing on sugar can lead to long-lasting effects in the brain and increased motivation for other substances of abuse.
A team of Princeton researchers found that molybdenum is crucial for controlling the biological conversion of nitrogen in tropical rainforests, supporting plant growth. The discovery has implications for global climate change policy, as it may limit the amount of carbon dioxide that tropical rainforests can absorb.
Researchers at Princeton University have discovered that protein chains act as adaptive machines, controlling their own evolution in response to natural selection. This finding extends Darwin's model and suggests that organisms can subtly direct aspects of their evolution to create order out of randomness.
Scientists suggest using multiple first-line therapies to treat malaria, cutting death rates and delaying drug resistance. The approach involves distributing different drugs to patients, allowing them to choose from a variety of options.
Researchers have developed a method of catalysis that uses a weak light source, like a household light bulb, to propel chemical reactions, enabling the creation of new compounds. This discovery has the potential to revolutionize fields such as pharmaceuticals and agriculture.
Scientists have developed a computer program to analyze human faces for trustworthiness and dominance, identifying key features such as a U-shaped mouth and surprised eyes. This research has implications for various fields, including sales and criminal justice, where facial expressions can greatly impact perceptions.
Researchers from Princeton University have discovered that electrons in bismuth display a highly unusual pattern of behavior under a powerful magnetic field at ultra-low temperatures. This phenomenon, known as a collective state, is a manifestation of quantum mechanics and could lead to new paradigms in computing and electronics.
A team of scientists led by Iain Couzin found that cannibalistic interactions are responsible for locusts' collective motion. The behavior, observed in immature locusts, leads to the formation of large mobile groups called bands that devour vegetation and eventually precede flying swarms.
A Princeton University survey found that 28% of Americans experience pain at any given moment, with those with less education and lower income spending more time in pain. The study also showed that pain can be a barrier to socializing, working, and overall well-being.
Researchers have recorded the quantum Hall effect in a bulk crystal of bismuth-antimony without an external magnetic field, shedding light on unusual electron behavior. This breakthrough could lead to advances in fast quantum computing devices and new electronic technologies.
A team of music professors has devised a new way to analyze and categorize music using geometric principles. This method, known as geometrical music theory, translates musical concepts into mathematical structures, revealing hidden patterns and relationships. By assigning mathematical structure to musical families, researchers can gain...
High-temperature superconductors do not rely on a 'glue' to bind electrons, according to Princeton University researchers. The secret to their behavior lies in the natural repulsion between electrons, which signals their ability to form pairs and flow without resistance when cooled to low temperatures.
Scientists have discovered two proteins that guide pathogenic bacteria's outer shell development, paving the way for new antibiotic targets. Researchers aim to create small molecule inhibitors to disable this mechanism, potentially leading to effective treatments against E. coli and salmonella.
Researchers from Princeton University have developed a new experimental technique to study brainstem activity in humans, tracking changes in blood flow associated with dopamine levels. The findings provide critical insights into the role of brain chemicals in neuropsychiatric disorders such as addiction and Parkinson's disease.
Researchers uncover 'duality relations' between particle arrangements, enabling control of ground states and potentially creating novel materials with unique properties. The discovery could lead to materials that respond to light or mechanical stress in new ways, such as maintaining shape in extreme temperatures.
Researchers at Princeton University found a new biological mechanism that enables ciliate cells to pass on acquired traits to their offspring, bypassing their DNA genetic program. This discovery has implications for understanding cellular processes and natural regulatory mechanisms.
Researchers at Princeton University have discovered a chemical mechanism used by cholera bacteria to communicate with each other, which can be disrupted to potentially halt the disease's progress.
Researchers at Princeton University discovered that migrating adult sparrows possess an internal navigational map, enabling them to find their way after being thrown off course by thousands of miles. In contrast, juvenile birds, lacking experience, use only a compass to orient themselves southward and struggle to adjust their flight plan.
A Princeton University study reveals that quick facial judgments can accurately predict real-world election returns, with a rapid appraisal of two candidates' faces sufficient to predict the winner in about 70 percent of U.S. senator and state governor races in 2006 elections.
A Princeton University study found that brain cell growth in adult monkeys begins to decline soon after reaching adulthood, but it does not have to stop altogether. The team's research suggests that stimulating the human brain to generate neural cells more rapidly may be possible through methods such as exercise and socialization.
Princeton physicists have made the first real-time observation of low-energy solar neutrinos, confirming a long-held theory about the sun's nuclear reactions. The observation provides precise measurements of the neutrinos' energy and confirms that we understand how the sun shines.
A Princeton team has created a movie of fruit fly embryo development using physics and molecular biology methods, revealing precise blueprint formation. The researchers found that cells can distinguish between neighboring nuclei based on concentration gradients, a process with sensitivity approaching physical limits.
Scientists have discovered tiny patches of superconductivity in ceramic materials at higher temperatures than previously known, defying widely accepted explanations for high-temperature superconductivity. The research uses nanoscale imaging techniques to map superconducting properties on the scale of single atoms.
Researchers found new mathematical evidence that string theory's predictions mesh closely with gauge theory, which underlies the interactions among quarks and gluons. This breakthrough could open up uses for string theory in describing atomic nuclei and everyday matter.
A team of Princeton University chemists has discovered a new method to synthesize molecules without toxic catalysts, reducing the risk of hazardous barriers in drug development. This breakthrough opens up new possibilities for working with ketones and aldehydes, potentially leading to more efficient synthesis of beneficial enantiomers.
Researchers at Princeton University have found a specific genetic trigger that can deactivate the HIV virus, potentially leading to new treatments. The trigger, involving an enzyme called SirT1, can keep the virus in its dormant phase, reducing its ability to replicate.
A Princeton University study finds that healthy coral reefs offer at least twice as much protection from destructive tsunami waves as dead reefs. The study uses a computer model to simulate the impact of tsunamis on reef-bounded shorelines, providing quantitative confirmation of a widely held theory.
A Princeton-led research group found an isolated community of bacteria nearly two miles underground that derives all its energy from the decay of radioactive rocks. The bacteria's ability to thrive in extreme conditions suggests life might exist on other worlds, including Mars.
Researchers at Princeton University claim the Earth's magnetic field suggests a massive tilt occurred about 800 million years ago. This 'true polar wander' event could have shifted entire continents, producing mysterious geochemical changes in ancient oceans.
Researchers conducted experiments on 200 people, finding that snap judgments about faces are formed rapidly, often before rational thought can influence the reaction. The study suggests that our intuitions about attraction and trust are among the fastest and most intuitive judgments we make.
A fleet of underwater robots will work together to make detailed observations of the ocean without human aid. The project has potential implications for ocean forecasting, marine conservation, and exploration of other environments.
Composer Dmitri Tymoczko has developed a geometric model to understand musical structure, representing every conceivable chord as a point in space. This approach helps connect familiar harmonies with dissonant cluster-type harmonies, revealing the melodic relationship between chords.
A new study published in Science found that people overestimate the impact of income on well-being. Despite high incomes, people do not necessarily spend more time in enjoyable activities. The study used the Day Reconstruction Method to measure daily life and found a weak correlation between income and happiness.