A multidisciplinary study reconstructs the genomic history of the Balkan Peninsula during the Roman Empire's reign. The analysis reveals a large demographic contribution of people of Anatolian descent, highlighting the cosmopolitanism of the Roman frontier and the long-term consequences of migrations.
Researchers have discovered the temporal structure of hippocampal ripples, a type of brain wave associated with memory consolidation. The study uses topological data analysis to classify these ripples and predict their generation by different regions of the hippocampus, offering new insights into episodic memory formation.
A recent study reveals that marine debris along the Indian southeast coast enables the spread of invasive species, including the mussel Mytella strigata. The research highlights the pressing issue of plastic pollution facilitating non-indigenous organism introduction, posing a significant threat to regional marine ecosystems.
A study by CSIC reveals fairy circles are more common than thought, linked to low nitrogen content and rainfall below 200 mm/year. The formations show increased stability in productivity compared to other ecosystems, providing insights into ecosystem resilience and potential indicators of degradation with climate change.
Researchers have found that spermatozoa do not have mitochondrial DNA and lack a crucial transcription factor A mitochondrial (TFAM), explaining why it's only inherited from the mother. This discovery has important implications for human fertility and germ cell therapy.
A study has confirmed the establishment of red fire ant in Europe, with a high risk of spread due to climate change. The invasive species could impact urban areas, causing significant economic losses and posing a threat to human health.
Researchers analyzed satellite images to find that major festivities like Christmas, Ramadan, Chinese New Year, and Diwali vary night-time lighting intensity globally. Light pollution has serious consequences for living organisms and can be mitigated with planning and management measures.
A team of researchers developed a one-of-a-kind spatial light modulator capable of ultra-fast, amplitude-only modulation without modifying the optical phase. The device uses chalcogenide phase change materials, achieving improvements that could be exploited in wavefront shaping experiments and communications.
A new study reveals that analyzing surface temperature anomalies without correcting for long-term warming trends can lead to biased detection and characterization of marine heat waves. By removing the trend from data, researchers can distinguish between transient changes and actual shifts in heat wave properties.
A team of researchers led by ICM-CSIC has successfully applied reinforcement learning to underwater robots, enabling them to track and locate marine objects with high accuracy. This breakthrough technology will allow for deeper study of ecological phenomena such as migration patterns and movement at various scales.
A study by Spanish researchers outlines the optimal strategy for China to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060, focusing on photovoltaic and wind power. The plan involves deploying 3,844 new commercial-scale plants, expanding ultra-high-voltage transmission systems, and optimizing energy loads.
A new paper-based device combines microfluidics and electrochemical transduction to detect inflammation biomarkers in sputum samples. This compact device can simultaneously measure three biomarkers, including IL-8, TNF-α, and MPO, for early COPD detection.
Researchers clarify how microorganisms spread globally through atmospheric dispersal, highlighting mechanisms and key areas of concern. The study emphasizes the importance of addressing this phenomenon to minimize disease spread and preserve ecosystem health.
A new methodology developed by the ICM-CSIC team accurately estimates horizontal diffusion of water masses in different ocean regions. The study uses over 600 drifting buoys to quantify horizontal diffusive processes, revealing maximum diffusion near the surface and minimum values at depths of 1400-2000 m.
Researchers have developed a novel approach to generate highly directional single photons using a quantum emitter in a one-dimensional waveguide. This design improves extraction efficiency and reduces emission time uncertainty by exploiting the Purcell effect, offering a promising solution for quantum technologies.
The Xerces Blue butterfly's genome shows signs of population decline and inbreeding, revealing its extinction story. The research could help detect vulnerable insect species and pave the way for de-extinction using genetic engineering techniques.
A study by IMEDEA (CSIC-UIB) proposes revising the definition of marine heatwaves to better adapt to climate change. The current definition forecasts extreme events throughout the entire year by 2050, which is misleading and can jeopardize its use as a climate indicator.
Researchers from CSIC successfully mapped Cala Millor's shallow seabed in the Mediterranean using satellite images, highlighting the potential of this methodology in diverse ecosystems. This study contributes to improved coastal monitoring and adaptation measures against global change.
A recent study led by Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and University of Leipzig reveals the molecular level details of PET degradation by polyester hydrolases. The research shows that only two PET subunits are needed for the enzyme to cut the polymer, and it can 'walk' along the chain to move from one cut to the other.
A recent study led by BioFunLab found that urban parks store an equivalent amount of carbon in their soils as natural areas near cities, highlighting the importance of these green spaces in mitigating climate change. The research also revealed that soil microbes play a key role in regulating carbon sequestration in urban parks.
A team of scientists discovered a new genus and species of ancient gnat fossils in Mallorca, Spain, dating back to the early Middle Triassic period. The fossil, found near the harbor of Estellencs, shows how insects adapted to a post-apocalyptic world after a mass extinction event that wiped out over 80% of species.
Elevated atmospheric CO2 reduces soil phosphorus availability in rice crops by more than 20%, compromising plant growth and food security. International research team finds 55% of large rice fields in China and India at risk of yield reduction due to phosphorus deficiency.
A new study by ICM-CSIC unveils the structure beneath Mexico's Jalisco-Colima continental margin, revealing large oceanic ridges that subduct beneath the North American plate. This discovery helps explain the high seismogenic and tsunamigenic potential of the region.
Researchers at IQAC-CSIC have developed light-controlled drugs that can be activated by external light to target cancer cells more effectively. These photosensitive molecules inhibit histone deacetylase enzymes and show promising results in treating various types of cancer.
The BOOTES network, a pioneer in space surveillance and transient cosmic phenomena study, has been successfully deployed on all continents. With seven facilities, it provides an automated response in real time for the detection of gamma-ray bursts, neutrino sources, and other astrophysical events.
A CSIC study suggests that injecting billions of tonnes of atmospheric CO2 underground can safely store the gas for millions of years, even with fractured rocks. The technology, called geological CO2 storage, has the potential to achieve carbon neutrality and mitigate climate change.
A study led by CSIC demonstrates the efficiency of low-intensity ultrasound therapy in inhibiting cancer cell migration in pancreas cancer models. The researchers successfully controlled tumor cell biodynamics without causing damage.
A recent study by CSIC reveals that soil biodiversity is essential for the maintenance of urban greenspaces, supporting various ecosystem functions such as carbon sequestration and water regulation. The study highlights the importance of invertebrates and microbes in these ecosystems, emphasizing their role in maintaining soil health.
Researchers have developed a new pure silica zeolite with extra-large pores in all three dimensions, enabling efficient removal and recovery of volatile organic compounds from gas streams. The discovery has potential applications in catalysis and drug delivery, and could be used to decontaminate sites where harmful chemicals are produced.
Researchers apply two techniques to device, finding states suggestive of Majoranas but absent with alternative strategy. This paradox reveals imposter quasi-particles deceiving measurement strategies individually.
A new study reveals that rising temperatures in the Arctic are driving an exponential increase in megafires, with some areas burning at unprecedented rates. The research shows a clear link between temperature anomalies and fire risk factors, indicating a doubling of fire risk by the end of the century.
Researchers at CSIC-UMH have identified dozens of new regulatory proteins involved in guiding neural axons to their targets, a key process during nervous system development. These findings provide new avenues for understanding brain function and congenital defects.
Researchers have successfully prevented neuropathic pain associated with chemotherapy in mice treated with oxaliplatin. A Sigma-1 receptor antagonist prevents the development of neuropathy by modulating the TRPA1 ion channel, offering hope for a new therapy to treat debilitating side effects.
In embryonic stages, tactile stimuli simultaneously activate tactile and visual neural pathways. Shortly after birth, the superior colliculus separates these pathways, allowing separate processing of touch and vision.
An international team of scientists has discovered a new mathematical principle that explains how cells connect with each other to form tissues. The finding reveals important properties of cellular connectivity, including the relationship between cell geometry and energy consumption.
Rats with high social status are more likely to help others, according to a new study that suggests social hierarchy is a crucial factor in prosocial behavior. The research found that dominant rats are more helpful and pay attention to the needs of their subordinates.
Researchers have developed a non-invasive method to visualize and quantify brain inflammation using diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). This breakthrough has significant implications for the diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and multiple sclerosis.
Researchers developed photocontrolable drugs that can increase and decrease heart rate by using light of different colors, similar to approved beta-blockers. This study demonstrates the potential of photopharmacology in future therapies with reduced side effects.
A multidisciplinary team at CSIC introduces silicon chips into living cells, allowing study of cell division processes and potential for interfering with the cell cycle. This research opens new lines of investigation in nanomedicine.
A study by CSIC researchers has discovered and synthesized molecules that inhibit the effect of heparin, a widely used anticoagulant drug. The molecules have been tested in mice with excellent results, showing potential as antidotes for heparin reversal drugs.
Researchers identified MIR3607 as a key regulator of the human cerebral cortex's large size, found in primates and carnivores but not mice. The microRNA promotes neural stem cell proliferation and expansion, contributing to brain evolution.
Researchers found that borosilicate glass was crucial for synthesizing amino acids and other prebiotic organic compounds. The study suggests that the emergence of life on Earth may be more abiotic than previously thought.
A new study by CSIC researchers reconstructs the conditions under which humans first inhabited the Azores Islands, dating back to between 700 and 850 CE. The findings indicate that early human settlements led to environmental and ecological disturbance, contradicting historical records of pristine forests.
A blood test that measures ACE2 protein and fragments can track SARS-CoV-2 infection evolution, according to a study. Patients with COVID-19 show reduced full-length ACE2 protein levels and increased lower molecular mass fragments.
CSIC scientists propose a new approach to regulate the signaling cascade of tyrosine kinases, which could lead to the development of more selective tools for research, diagnosis, or treatment of diseases. The new tool is designed to block the molecules on which kinases act, rather than inhibiting the enzymes themselves.
A multidisciplinary team has developed a genomic single-cell map that identifies cell-type specific transcriptional signatures of hyper-excitability and neurodegeneration. The study provides grounds for improved diagnosis of temporal lobe epilepsy and may also shed light on Alzheimer's disease.
Researchers have updated one of the world's largest databases on neuronal types, Hippocampome.org, with a comprehensive mapping between neural activity and identified neuron types. This may enable biologically meaningful computer modeling of the full neuronal circuit of the hippocampus.
Scientists have created a detailed map of the mouse brain's oxytocin-vasopressin circuit, revealing dynamic adaptations that refine neural circuits during development. These findings may underlie social disorders such as autism and schizophrenia.
Machine-learning algorithms are trained on large datasets to predict the performance of organic solar cells, identifying key parameters such as electronic gap and charge transport balance. This study demonstrates a new approach to predicting material efficiency, paving the way for further analytical models and more complex system under...
Adolescent stress can lead to long-term changes in brain function, resulting in learning difficulties and increased anxiety in adulthood. The study found that rats with impaired stress recovery had reduced cognitive performance and anxiety-related behaviors.