Researchers are investigating Leishmania parasite to build foundational knowledge concerning leishmaniasis. They will look for commonalities between mammalian cells and the parasite's unicellular eukaryotic structure.
Fourth-year students Kayden Tanner and Marshall Mays published research papers on rare equine disorders and canine osteosarcoma cells, respectively. Their work has significant implications for understanding diseases affecting horses and dogs, and could lead to new therapeutic strategies.
A team of researchers, including Michael Fausnaugh from Texas Tech University, have identified a new planet using the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) mission. The planet, Gaia23bra b, is a super Jupiter orbiting far from its host star and offers insight into the detection methods used in astronomy.
Researchers at Texas Tech University used spectroscopy and audio sonification to study the spectacular explosion of NovaV612 Scuti. The team found evidence that gas increased in velocity with each major jump in brightness, revealing new details about the event's dynamics.
Herrera-Estrella is one of 90 new Fellows to the Royal Society, known for his groundbreaking research on plant adaptation to environmental extremes. His work has secured over $10 million in funding and led to the development of innovative phenotyping machines.
Researchers at Texas Tech will develop wide/ultrawide bandgap semiconductor materials and devices with a $4.5M grant. The project aims to improve performance and reliability in harsh environments for aerospace, defense, and other industries.
The Critical Infrastructure Security Institute (CISI) at Texas Tech University will advance research, innovation and collaboration in national security and critical infrastructure protection. The new site expands capacity for cutting-edge solutions to emerging security challenges.
Researchers led by Texas Tech University's Elias Aydi used cutting-edge interferometry to directly image two stellar explosions, also known as novae. The study reveals multiple outflows of material and in some cases, dramatic delays in the ejection process, challenging long-held views on these cosmic blasts.
The $12.25 million NSF grant will fund the development of an advanced system prototype and tools for automation, remote data control, and scientific workflow management. The project aims to support the establishment of data centers in the region and provide access to these resources to researchers nationwide.
A team of plant biotechnologists at Texas Tech University has developed a groundbreaking method to accelerate crop creation, bypassing the time-consuming process of tissue culture. The new technique enables plants to grow new shoots directly from wounded tissue, eliminating the need for traditional lab-based regeneration steps.
The program aims to develop reliable, high-performance power electronic devices using wide and ultrawide bandgap semiconductors. Researchers will design and fabricate key components such as high-electron-mobility transistors and broadband high-efficiency power amplifiers.
Researchers at Texas Tech University are developing semiconductor power devices using wide and ultra-wide bandgap semiconductors. The goal is to create highly reliable, high-performance electronic devices for high-power electronics, electronic warfare, surveillance, and other military applications.
A Texas Tech University laboratory played a key role in identifying a genetic adaptation in bats that could help fight viral diseases. The study found that a gene common in some bat species can reduce the production of SARS-CoV-2 virus by up to 90%, presenting a potential new pathway for combating viral infections.
Changzhi Li received the prestigious prize to advance next-generation biomedical radar without wearable devices. His portable sensors enable non-contact health care, human-computer interaction and security surveillance.
Natasja van Gestel, a Texas Tech researcher, has been named Station Science Leader for her work on climate change's impact on glaciers in Antarctica. She will oversee multiple scientific initiatives and ensure compliance with the Antarctic Treaty's regulations.
A Texas Tech University researcher found that lithium ion batteries are a growing source of pollution in air and water due to the use of PFAS chemicals. The study suggests that these pollutants can have environmental persistence and ecotoxicity comparable to PFOA, highlighting the need for new technologies and recycling solutions.
Texas Tech researchers helped detect the first case of highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N1) in a dairy farm worker. The virus was initially identified through samples collected by regional health authorities and confirmed at the Texas Tech Biological Threat Research Laboratory (BTRL).
A team of researchers, including Tom Maccarone, discovered a new phenomenon in the interaction between relativistic jets and neutron stars. The findings suggest that a thermonuclear burst occurs on the surface of neutron stars, leading to low-energy X-ray production.
Scientists studying Leishmania parasites found that they can adapt quickly to drug resistance by altering gene expression and protein synthesis. This understanding could lead to more effective targeted treatments by removing specific genes or interrupting information flow.
The Zoonomia Project, involving over 150 collaborators, has cataloged the diversity in mammalian genomes by comparing DNA sequences from 240 species. The project reveals that transposable elements (TEs) are present in all placental mammals and have been transferred to bats via viruses.
Researchers studied lamprey, an ancient fish that can live in freshwater and seawater, to understand how animals adapted to freshwater habitats. They discovered a hormone similar to prolactin that regulates salt transport proteins, enabling the lamprey's survival in freshwater.
A new study found that consuming lightly salted peanuts twice a day before meals led to significant weight loss and improved blood pressure and fasting glucose levels. The peanut-enriched group experienced an extra 15 grams of protein, which may contribute to the findings.
Researchers are collaborating to evaluate detection canine technology and eDNA detection sensitivity for preventing invasive mussel invasion in Texas. Detection canines have shown great success in detecting mussels at all stages of life, but their limits for late-stage larval detection have not been studied.
Professor Gerardine Botte has received a $999,047 grant from the U.S. Department of Defense to develop an indoor COVID-19 sensor that can detect traces of SARS-CoV-2 in air. The sensor has already demonstrated fast detection capabilities in saliva and water, and the goal is to extend this technology for air collection.
Scientists discovered that arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi supply nitrogen to plants through a newly identified protein, enabling crops like rice to thrive with reduced fertilizer use. The finding could lead to more sustainable agricultural practices and reduce environmental impact by minimizing agrochemical use.
The pandemic amplifies existing biases against women in academia, including underrepresentation in administrative positions and pay disparities. Women with intersecting identities face even greater challenges due to racial and ethnic bias.
A recent study found that certain genes are associated with the pathogens that infect chronic wounds and hinder the healing process. The research showed that patients with more diverse wound microbiomes healed faster.
Researchers are studying how bats adapt to the SARS-CoV-2 virus, hoping to understand the immune system's response and potentially inform human treatment. They will examine bat genome assemblies to identify patterns of gene duplication and gain/loss related to viral infection.
Research finds people with vaccine skepticism tend to overestimate the likelihood of rare negative events, including mortality-related causes. This suggests a possible explanation for their concerns: cognitive or affective variables influencing vaccine skepticism.
A 16-year-old high school student, Julia Kagiliery, co-authored a paper in the International Journal of Coal Geology with Texas Tech Professor David Weindorf. They developed an accurate method to quantify lignite sulfur content using optical and X-ray methods.
A new analysis from Texas Tech University shows two-thirds of people who sext do so for non-sexual reasons, including relationship reassurance and favor exchanges. The study found three main motivations behind sexting: foreplay, relationship reassurance, and favor exchanges.
A Texas Tech University biologist led a team of over 50 scientists in mapping the genomes of three crocodilians, including a crocodile, alligator, and gharial. The research reveals that crocodilian genomes change very slowly compared to birds, with an estimated 93% identical DNA across their genomes.
Researchers found that only 8-9% oil coverage on fertilized mallard duck eggs resulted in a 50% mortality rate. The weathering process made the crude oil less toxic to bird embryos, with no significant deformities or malformations reported.
A Texas Tech University biologist has identified a possible cause of the sudden death of bee colonies across North America: a combination of an insect virus and a fungus. The researchers' study published in PLOS ONE found an association between the two pathogens and high mortality rates among bees.