Scientists at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute observe the longest, slowest process directly: radioactive decay of xenon-124. The XENON Collaboration's detector picked up signals from ultra-rare double-electron capture events, marking a significant advancement in knowledge about matter's fundamental characteristics.
Research reveals that sugar released into bloodstream enters brain during septic shock, causing premature mental aging and memory loss. The study provides a clear target for drug therapy: binding to the sugar or converting it to non-impairing compounds.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a new material that improves lithium-ion battery performance, enabling faster charging and higher energy density. The discovery could lead to enhanced applications in consumer electronics, electric vehicles, and solar grid storage.
Recent studies examining three mutations at the molecular level found separate mechanisms at work in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Researchers suggest that multiple mechanisms may be responsible for the disease, rather than a single explanation. This discovery holds promise for developing new treatments for this condition.
The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute-led project seeks to identify and replicate prebiotic molecules under early Earth conditions. Researchers will explore various environments and their potential to give rise to life's chemistry.
Researchers developed a blood test to diagnose autism and applied a big data-based approach to evaluate potential treatments. They used machine-learning algorithms to analyze complex data sets, revealing correlations between metabolite concentrations and changes in behavior.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have successfully applied their big data-based approach to evaluating possible treatments for autism. The findings have the potential to accelerate the development of successful medical interventions by analyzing correlations between metabolite concentrations and adaptive behavior.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute discovered that oscillating loads at certain frequencies can increase the strength of composites with a nanoglue interface by several times. The nanoglue layer facilitates load transfer and dissipates energy, leading to an increase in fracture energy.
Research shows that salt-adapted zooplankton grow 65% slower than regular zooplankton, triggering algal blooms in polluted environments. Salt tolerance comes with a cost, including slower growth and reduced ability to control algal blooms.
Research reveals that diabetics' enzyme can flip blood vessel cells, creating gaps three times more permeable than normal. Controlling this process could ease swelling, nerve pain, and infection risks.
Climate-driven crash in arthropod populations has significant implications for rainforest ecosystems and biodiversity. The study found that insect biomass declined by up to 60-fold between 1976 and 2013, leading to a major bottom-up trophic cascade.
A new paper reveals unique excitonic complex particles in atomically thin semiconductors, possessing a new quantum degree of freedom called valley spin. This discovery could lead to novel applications in electronic and optoelectronic devices.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a physiological test to predict autism risk in pregnant mothers. The study found that differences in plasma metabolites indicate an increased risk of having a child with ASD, with a relative risk of 18.7 percent vs 1.7 percent.
Researchers connected cognitive science's Universal Law of Generalization to information theory, revealing that the brain approaches optimal performance in perception and memory. This discovery has implications for education, particularly in STEM fields, where students learn to differentiate between complex stimuli.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute receives $800K to investigate accident mitigation strategies for nuclear power plants under extreme conditions. The project aims to develop new safety features and solutions to enhance coping time and mitigation capability in accidents.
The Rensselaer project aims to develop an operator-guided, semi-automatic assembly process using industrial robots integrated with multiple sensors. The goal is to improve manufacturing productivity by enhancing the operator's capabilities through advanced robotics and appropriately applying technological strengths.
Jennifer Pazour, assistant professor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, has been selected to take part in the National Academy of Engineering's 24th annual U.S. Frontiers of Engineering symposium. The symposium brings together emerging engineering leaders to discuss pioneering research and techniques.
New research reveals granite crystallizes at 500 degrees Celsius, nearly 200 degrees lower than the prevailing accepted crystallization temperature. This finding impacts our understanding of molten rock at depth in the Earth's crust, influencing predictions for economically important ore deposits and active magmatic centers.
A new blood test for autism has been validated for its exceptional success, predicting autism spectrum disorder with 88% accuracy in a second trial. The test uses an algorithm to analyze metabolites in a blood sample, offering a potential solution to lower the age of diagnosis and improve treatment outcomes.
Liu's research aims to develop a fundamental understanding of corrosion mechanisms in molten salts, guiding the selection of salts and containment materials for CSP systems. Her work will focus on developing innovative approaches to study molten salt properties and corrosion kinetics using state-of-the-art technologies.
Research reveals that cells must grow large enough to produce four key proteins before committing to division. This mechanism, discovered in budding yeast cells, may hold clues for controlling abnormal cell growth and its link to diseases like cancer.
A team of researchers led by Georges Belfort has discovered water wires in an imidazole molecule, which could lead to the development of artificial aquaporin membranes for efficient desalination. The study shows that the imidazole's ring structure enables water molecules to self-assemble into a highly oriented linear chain structure.
A team of researchers used network analysis techniques to study the fossil records of marine life, revealing patterns in Earth's natural history. The analysis showed that major events like mass extinctions had significant ecological impacts, with some effects previously underestimated or overestimated.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute professor Michael Amitay has received a $894,000 grant from the Air Force Office of Scientific Research to study flow separation on swept wings, which could lead to improved aerodynamic performance. The project aims to clarify and classify the origins of unsteadiness and turbulence in 3-D large-scale se...
Carolina Motter Catarino received the £10,000 prize for her innovative 3-D bioprinting technology that enhances skin model complexity and reduces dependence on animals in research. Her project has the potential to develop human-relevant models for efficacy testing and regenerative medicine.
Research shows that water-bearing minerals release water underneath geologic hot spots, lubricating earthquakes and fueling volcanoes. A new spectroscopy technique applied to garnet containing fragments of quartz reveals the source of water, contradicting conventional thermodynamic equations.
Researchers explore the link between lighting spectral power distributions and wellness, with LED technology striving to bring new healthy lighting to market. The workshop white paper provides insights shaping the field for lighting designers and health-care providers.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute will collaborate with private sector companies and local transportation agencies to develop changes in freight demand patterns and reduce energy use. The project aims to test new ideas, collect data, and inform research on energy-efficient transportation technologies and systems.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute professor Farhan Gandhi has received the AIAA Faculty Advisor Award for reviving the RPI Student Branch, facilitating seminars, astronaut visits, and providing students with a sense of community. Gandhi's research focuses on rotary-wing aircraft, adaptive cellular structures, and morphing technologies.
Researchers develop low-cost, privacy-preserving sensor technology for counting, locating, and tracking occupants in commercial spaces. The technology uses high-efficiency infrared LEDs and photodiodes to reduce energy costs of heating and cooling by up to 30%.
A study led by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute found that surgeons who trained on simulators had higher cortical activation and faster cutting times. Simulator-trained medical students transferred skills to cadavers, outperforming peers with no simulator training.
A study found that exposure to environmental toxins can suppress the circadian clock in Daphnia plankton, leading to a loss of daily oscillations. This disruption has significant implications for human health, potentially linking environmental toxins to chronic inflammation and disorders like cancer, diabetes, and obesity.
A new study finds that climate change could decrease the sun's ability to kill pathogens in lakes and waterways by increasing organic runoff. This can lead to an increase in waterborne illnesses, with 12-19 million people affected annually in the US.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has received a $1.5 million training grant from the National Institutes of Health to support a new Alzheimer's Disease Clinical and Translational Research Training Program. The program aims to develop diagnostic tools, treatments, and potentially a cure for Alzheimer's disease.
A synthetic version of low molecular weight heparin, proven safe and effective in preclinical trials, is set to enter clinical trials. The new compound offers several advantages over its natural counterpart, including reduced risk of contamination and improved safety for patients with poor kidney function.
A new approach to optical imaging allows for fast and economical tracking of multiple molecular interactions in large areas of living tissue. The method, developed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researchers, can capture interactions in mere billionths of a second and simultaneously track 16 colors of spatially linked information.
Researchers found that wood frogs with pesticide tolerance are more susceptible to a deadly virus and a parasitic worm, while those far from agriculture have reduced susceptibility. This study highlights the complexity of pesticide-parasite interactions and the need to consider multiple stressors in environmental conservation.
Hydrogels, jelly-like materials with water-based properties, require a better understanding of their structure and mechanical properties. Professor Ullal will use super-resolution microscopy techniques to characterize the structure of hydrogels and develop new materials.
A new bioactive foam can be molded to fit irregular skull defects, attracting bone cells to naturally regenerate bone. The foam hardens in place, providing a low-cost alternative to current bone grafts.
Researchers studied 15 thioredoxin proteins, including extinct sequences, to understand how they unfold at different temperatures. They found that proteins with similar structure but greater ability to tolerate heat unfold more slowly, making them useful for industrial processes.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute developed an algorithm that accurately predicts whether a child is on the Autism spectrum of disorder based on levels of metabolites found in a blood sample. The algorithm, which uses big data techniques, correctly identified 96.1% of neurotypical participants and 97.6% of children with ASD.
New research published in the Journal of Applied Ecology finds that organic additives in road salt alternatives act as fertilizers, boosting algae growth and increasing zooplankton populations. This can have both desirable and undesirable effects on aquatic ecosystems, highlighting the need for further study.
Scientists accurately predict protein volume changes upon unfolding, resolving a long-standing paradox. The new method, developed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researchers, reveals that unfolded proteins gain and lose volume in intricate ways.
Researchers found that a common species of zooplankton can develop higher tolerance to road salt, which may help protect ecosystems from salt's impacts. This rapid evolution suggests that freshwater ecosystems possess some resilience amid rising deicing salt applications.
The Jefferson Project at Lake George will complete its 41-sensor network, collecting real-time data on lake water quality and circulation. The project aims to improve knowledge of the lake ecosystem and support effective protection for generations to come.
Researchers found evidence of a comet strike in sediment from the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum (PETM), a rapid warming of the Earth caused by an accumulation of atmospheric carbon dioxide. The discovery provides insight into the sequence of events leading to global warming.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researchers develop a model to forecast the impact of rising temperatures on lakes' carbon cycle, with potential implications for global warming. By analyzing 2,000 lakes across the US, they aim to understand how lakes will respond to changing weather patterns and emissions.
Researchers investigate the link between diet, obesity-linked Type 2 diabetes, and intervertebral disc degeneration. They suspect that a diet high in processed fats and sugars causes inflammation and modification of disc tissue, leading to degeneration.
Researchers are analyzing data from the September 16, 2015 magnitude 8.3 earthquake in Illapel, Chile, to gain insights into the boundary's dynamics and predict future earthquakes. The study aims to map out strain release, identify active faults, and describe deformation of the top plate.
Researchers developed a framework to simplify data analytics on digital device networks, reducing the need for custom algorithms. The project aims to improve the Internet of Things by analyzing and learning from massive amounts of generated data.