The joint Ph.D. program will combine engineering immersion, commercialization training, and clinical shadowing to produce medical innovators capable of addressing unmet clinical needs. Students will be trained in translational thinking, engineering design principles, and entrepreneurship to develop technologies for precision diagnostic...
A new generative AI tool called Theseus is being developed to reduce time and labor in computational modeling, suggesting and running simulations to accelerate research and discovery. The AI assistant aims to enhance the work of computational scientists by providing scientific intuition, checking code for bugs and making suggestions.
Researchers design a high-throughput approach to create novel polypeptides with diverse chemical properties, leading to the discovery of hundreds of unique low-energy repeating structures. The study paves the way for broader applications in materials design and biotechnology.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a novel compound to treat dry age-related macular degeneration and Stargardt disease, both blindness-causing diseases. The compound has shown therapeutic potential in slowing down disease progression and preserving vision.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute developed a polymer film infused with a special chalcogenide perovskite compound that produces electricity when squeezed or stressed. The material has shown promising results, including powering LED lights and potentially being used in machines, infrastructure, and biomedical applications.
A new approach has been developed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's Chanaka Edirisinghe and Jaehwan Jeong to improve portfolio selection in the context of high-dimensional, small-sample problems. The method uses data-driven techniques such as leverage control and norm constraints to minimize risk and maximize returns.
Blanca Barquera's research aims to improve understanding of the energy metabolism of Bacteroides, a crucial step towards designing effective probiotic formulations. The study will investigate how Bacteroides utilize carbohydrates and Vitamin K from host diets.
A recent study published in Nature Medicine analyzed millions of patient records to measure healthcare system resilience and adaptability during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research found that US healthcare systems exhibit moderate resilience but low adaptability, particularly for Black and Hispanic populations.
Frogs have been found to rapidly develop tolerance to pesticides through sublethal exposures, allowing them to survive in ecosystems where pesticides are commonly used. This rapid adaptation helps protect populations over generations.
Rensselaer researcher Kevin Rose links aquatic deoxygenation with broader Earth system stability. Global warming and pollutants disrupt biogeochemical processes in aquatic ecosystems, affecting freshwater and marine organisms. Critical thresholds of aquatic deoxygenation will impact several Planetary Boundaries.
Heidi Jo Newberg and Tom Donlon's research using Gaia data reveals the Milky Way Galaxy's last major collision occurred billions of years later than previously thought. The team found that the galaxy's wrinkles, formed by collisions with other galaxies, dissipated over time, allowing them to trace the timing of the final collision.
A study led by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's Jennifer Hurley discovered that positively charged amino acid blocks in the disordered clock protein FRQ allow it to interact with FRH in an unexpected way, leading to a persistent circadian oscillator. This finding has implications for understanding circadian rhythms and their potentia...
Researchers created a topological quantum simulator device that operates at room temperature, allowing for the study of fundamental nature of matter and light. The device has the potential to support the development of more efficient lasers.
Researchers analyzed 183 million Parler posts and 702 million Twitter posts to find that users gravitate toward popular opinion and away from dissenting views, leading to polarization. The study highlights the importance of balancing social media's benefits with mitigating its drawbacks.
A groundbreaking study led by Rensselaer researcher Billur Aksoy found that over two-thirds of Americans would be comfortable with a transgender manager and support non-discrimination protection. However, respondents underestimated this support, especially for transgender individuals.
Wood frogs have increased salt tolerance over 25 years due to road salt pollution, according to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute research. The study suggests that these adaptations may help protect some species from extinction.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a patented process to produce heparin in the lab, offering a consistent and safe supply of the essential medicine. The discovery has the potential to revolutionize the production of heparin, reducing reliance on animal-derived sources and addressing global supply chain issues.
The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researcher is working with the Tachyon Project to create surrogate machine learning models that can simulate and analyze particle physics data in real-time. This project aims to improve scientific discovery and workflow performance for scientists at Fermilab and ALCF.
The researchers highlight the need for interdisciplinary research on information overload and call for legislative action to mitigate its effects on emotional health, job performance, and societal interactions. They cite a potential solution in teaching 'information ecology' in school, similar to the Clean Air Act in the UK.
Researchers found that online reviews on Yelp were negatively impacted by the platform's transparent filter policy, resulting in fewer positive and shorter reviews. The study suggests that platforms must balance transparency with user engagement to maintain trust.
Boleslaw Szymanski and his team developed a clustering method called SpeakEasy2: Champagne to group molecular data, which showed consistent performance across diverse applications. The method was tested on bulk gene expression, single-cell data, protein interaction networks, and large-scale human networks data, revealing its effectiven...
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have successfully created hair follicles in human skin tissue using 3D-bioprinting techniques. This innovation has potential applications in regenerative medicine, drug testing, and understanding the complex interactions between skin and topical products.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute are working on new materials that can be made even smaller than current copper wires while offering far less electrical resistance. The goal is to create smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient computer chips.
A study found that gastrointestinal and sleep issues may be connected to self-injury and aggression in adolescents diagnosed with profound autism. The researchers discovered a possible connection between these health issues and future challenging behaviors, predicting next-day behavior with over 80% accuracy.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute found that frequency pictograms can induce optimism when presented in a sorted way. This could have implications for attribute framing in marketing and public policy. Sorted verses unsorted pictograms should be used strategically to make consumers feel favorably or negatively.
Lucas Bowman Sutton, a Rensselaer doctoral student, has been awarded the US Department of Energy's Office of Science Graduate Student Research award to conduct research on the circadian clock at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He will utilize the Spallation Neutron Source to differentiate proteins that regulate timekeeping in living cells.
Jennifer Hurley, Ph.D., is investigating how the 24-hour cycle affects human health and has been granted $2.1 million over five years from the National Institutes of Health. Disruptions to circadian rhythms have been linked to serious medical conditions such as neurological disorders, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.
A study by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute found that IT peers may deter business students from entering the field. However, women without IT experience are more likely to receive positive messages and pursue careers in IT. Firms should consider the potential negative impact of peer advice when recruiting and developing IT talent.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researchers are using the ring-sheared drop module on the International Space Station to study protein solutions in microgravity. This research will aid in developing predictive models for both fundamental science and industry, including pharmaceutical development.
Catherine Royer's research aims to understand how enzymes function under high pressure and thrive in extreme temperatures. The project could lead to the development of new biotechnological applications.
A Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researcher used high hydrostatic pressure to examine conformational dynamics of human tRNA, finding excited states that play a role in both normal function and HIV infection. The study suggests new insights into RNA function and potential targets for therapeutics.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researcher Scott Forth is investigating the mechanical code underlying mitosis to combat cancer. His lab aims to determine how chromosomes are segregated during cell division, with potential insights into new diagnostics and treatments.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute found that women are more likely to hide their LGBTQ+ affiliation when they expect discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals. This behavior is linked to the experience of gender-based discrimination and the expectation of unequal treatment.
A new potential drug target has been identified for Alzheimer's disease by Rensselaer researchers, focusing on the interaction between ApoE and heparan sulfate. The study suggests that modulating this interaction could slow the progression of the disease.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Albany Medical College will use AI to develop a novel mesoscopic, multimodal preclinical imaging approach to test the hypothesis that drug distribution mediates tumor resistance. The goal is to improve targeted therapy for HER2-positive breast cancer.
A Rensselaer research team led by Sangwoo Lee found that crystal structures are not always regularly arranged. The discovery has implications for materials used in semiconductors, solar panels, and electric vehicle technologies.
A Rensselaer researcher has used artificial intelligence to discover novel van der Waals (vdW) magnets with large magnetic moments. These two-dimensional vdW magnets have the potential to advance science and technology in data storage, spintronics, and quantum computing.
Researchers found that trusted change agents can alter consumer behavior to maintain adequate supply levels. The top three themes of disaster-related buying behaviors are precaution, anticipation, and social cues.
Researchers found that employing social media posts as visual nudges to encourage safe behaviors significantly impacted COVID-19 positivity rates. Images communicating the value of wearing masks made a real difference, with effects remaining even after accounting for various organizational characteristics and disease dynamics.
Research by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute found a decrease in fake and extremely biased Twitter content between 2016-2020, but top influencers became more polarized, creating an echo chamber effect. The study analyzed vast amounts of Twitter data to examine the social media platform's influence on U.S. politics.
A new method devised by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's Moussa N'Gom enables effective free-space optical communication between satellites and the ground, unaffected by rain and clouds. The ultrafast lasers create a long filament of light that clears space for visible light transmission.
A team of researchers from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has developed a system to optimize TV ad scheduling, resulting in a 3-5% revenue increase for networks. The model combines mathematical programming and machine learning to assign ads to specific breaks and positions.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute developed a model to predict cryptocurrency scams using Benford's Law and found that scam addresses deviated from the law. They also advocated for robust blockchain interoperability to provide stability in decentralized systems.
Researchers found that propofol decreases intracellular transport of proteins in neurons, impacting vesicle movement and axonal delivery. This study contributes to understanding how propofol causes anesthesia and may lead to the development of better anesthetic drugs.
A team led by Jianxi Gao developed equations to measure and compare distances to tipping points across various mutualistic systems, allowing for the triage of declining ecosystems. This method enables the identification of areas that need intervention most urgently, providing a critical sense of urgency to mobilize resources.
Research found annual earnings for men in same-sex couples decrease by $2,650 when PrEP drugs become available. Part-time employment also increases by 10.7% among young white men taking HIV prevention drugs.
A team of researchers developed a unified model to predict human movement during large-scale extreme events. The model reveals 'spatiotemporal decay' and 'temporal decay,' showing people limit their mobility near disaster zones and exhibit faster changes in lower income areas.
Rensselaer researchers propose a sustainable alternative to lithium-ion batteries by using calcium ions. The new technology has shown promising results in terms of performance and cost efficiency.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have successfully controlled electron spin at room temperature, a crucial step towards developing more efficient and faster devices. The discovery uses a unique ferroelectric van der Waals layered perovskite crystal to harness the Rashba or Dresselhaus spin-orbit coupling effect.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have made critical advances in nanostructures to improve battery performance. The team demonstrated that combining micro-particles with nanostructures can lead to longer battery life, faster charging times, and improved storage capacity.