A new study suggests that phytoene, a colorless precursor of lycopene, may contribute to tomatoes' protective effects against fatty liver disease. Mice given phytoene developed substantially less fatty liver disease than those without the compound.
The Innovation Hub provides access to hard-to-find infrastructure for emerging food technologies and future food products. Experts support the development of novel ingredients, sustainable food production technology, and more. The Hub is open to startups, companies, researchers, and nonprofits to accelerate product development.
A new study found that certain aspects of a teenager's relationship with their pet dog are associated with healthier ways of coping with peer-related stress. Companionship and caring for the dog were linked to positive coping styles, while feeling emotional support from the dog was less likely to be associated with healthy thinking.
Researchers at Tufts University have developed a new approach to understanding famines as complex systems that evolve over time. This approach considers multiple interacting factors, including conflict, drought, and economic shocks, and aims to improve famine prevention and response.
A new wearable system called ChromaSense can accurately measure blood oxygen saturation, heart rate, and respiration across a range of skin tones. It uses reflected light from skin and tissue to adjust the measurement, achieving accuracy within 1.4% of standard reference oximeters.
Researchers expand potential of using bacterial spores for chemical reactions, biofuel production, and pollutant breakdown. New proteins fused to spore coat enable storage under extreme conditions without refrigeration.
Researchers at Tufts University have developed thread-based integrated circuits that can bend, coil, stretch and conform to the body's contours. These devices could track biomarkers or environmental conditions, providing insights for fitness, healthcare and recovery from injury or disease.
Researchers developed a silk-based sticker that tracks temperature, pH, sodium, and glucose levels in newborns without needles or wires. The wearable patch uses AI to analyze color changes, providing accurate readings above 91% for critical vital signs.
Researchers at Tufts University developed tiny tattoo-like sensors that track temperature, humidity, and stem growth in plants. These sensors provide an early warning system for farmers, allowing them to respond before visible signs of plant stress appear.
The COCOON Lab provides a coordinated suite of microscopes that work together to connect macro-scale observations to findings at the nanoscale. This allows researchers to study biological and industrial materials in unprecedented detail, from the macroscale down to the molecular scale.
A global analysis of childhood diets over nearly 30 years reveals that children worldwide consume low amounts of essential nutrients found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, and legumes. In contrast to many other countries, the US sees a decline in consumption of these foods from infancy to adolescence.
A new collaboration between Tufts University and Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences provides graduate students with immersive, experiential learning opportunities in marine science. Students participating in the Sea Change Semester will learn and work in state-of-the-art laboratories and on research voyages.
Researchers at Tufts University School of Medicine discovered biomarkers that could help clinicians better detect and possibly cure early and persistent Borrelia burgdorferi infections. Anti-lipid antibodies, such as anti-phosphatidic acid and anti-phosphatylserine, may indicate new Lyme disease infections or persistent symptoms after ...
A new analysis tracks global sugar-sweetened beverage tax adoption across 183 countries, revealing South Asia's significant lead in tax implementation. The study found that countries with higher burdens of type 2 diabetes and obesity are more likely to adopt taxes, but not necessarily those with high rates of sugary drink consumption.
A new observational study suggests that the way ultra-processed foods are made contributes to health risks like diabetes, heart disease, and early death. Even after accounting for nutritional quality, researchers found that people who ate more ultra-processed foods had worse health outcomes.
Massachusetts Medicaid members who received medically tailored meals experienced significantly fewer health emergencies, including 31% fewer hospitalizations and 20% fewer emergency department visits. The program also resulted in lower per-person healthcare costs of $3,433, offsetting 98% of the program's cost.
A new online resource aims to support clinicians in implementing nutrition-based interventions into patient care. The Food is Medicine Toolkit offers a comprehensive package of tools and resources to help healthcare providers build, integrate, scale, and measure programs that improve health outcomes.
Scientists at Tufts University and Imperial College London develop a new method to transform silk into high-performance solids that preserve its natural strength. The resulting material is remarkably tough and has exceptional properties similar to wood, while also being transparent to visible light.
A new analysis of a major clinical trial found that vitamin D supplementation reduced diabetes risk in prediabetic adults with certain variations in the vitamin D receptor gene. The study suggests personalized medical care could delay or prevent diabetes onset for millions of Americans living with prediabetes.
A new study found that immune signatures in blood samples can help identify poor responders to cancer treatment. The research, conducted on pet dogs with diffuse large B cell lymphoma, identified specific genes associated with long-term survival and poorer outcomes.
The American AI Jobs Risk Index projects 9.3 million US jobs at risk of displacement in the next 2-5 years, with a midpoint of approximately $757 billion in annual income loss. High-earning knowledge workers and occupations in Information, Finance, and Professional Services are most vulnerable to AI-driven job displacement.
Researchers at Tufts University developed a proof-of-concept for efficient AI systems using neuro-symbolic AI, reducing power consumption by 100 times while providing accurate results. The approach uses symbolic reasoning to limit trial and error during learning, leading to faster completion and significant energy savings.
Tufts University ranks 62nd in the NAI's 2025 Top 100 list, with 33 patents awarded to faculty last year. The university's innovative research, led by scientists across various disciplines, has potential applications in environmental remediation, microscale transport, and more.
Researchers at Tufts University and Wyss Institute created neurobots by adding nerve cells to tiny living forms called xenobots, which exhibit complex movements with simple neural networks. The resulting neurobots display unique behaviors and demonstrate the formation of primitive nervous systems.
A study by Tufts researchers found that people who maintained unhealthy behaviors into adulthood gained the most weight, while those with healthy patterns gained the least. The study tracked Tufts students from precollege to adulthood and found that lifestyles during this critical window are often maintained, influencing long-term heal...
Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) affects half a million Americans annually, causing severe diarrhea and life-threatening inflammation of the colon. Researchers at Tufts University School of Medicine have developed a new imaging approach to track individual C. diff cells, revealing unexpected findings, such as toxin production not dep...
A new study from Tufts University finds that regular family dinners can help prevent substance use among adolescents with low to moderate levels of adverse childhood experiences. However, for those with severe stressors, more targeted approaches like mental health support are needed.
The new program will offer a two-year accelerated hybrid curriculum model with synchronous and asynchronous online coursework, followed by immersive clinical skills labs. The program aims to address the growing demand for highly trained physical therapists in the Southeast region.
Researchers at Tufts University used sourdough starters to test a pairwise interaction model that reliably forecasts how up to nine microbial species will interact. The study provides insights into predicting microbial coexistence, improving food safety, and informing human health.
A new AI-based learning tool, NeuroBridge, aims to bridge the communication gap between neurotypical and autistic individuals. The interactive LLM tool evaluates user responses to match autistic communication preferences, teaching users about cross-neurotype communication styles and their interdependent nature.
Bernard Arulanandam, Tufts University vice provost for research and immunology professor, has been recognized by the Indian National Science Academy. His work focuses on translating scientific findings into real-world applications, particularly in infectious diseases.
Tufts researchers have developed a method to biosynthetically produce tagatose, a rare sugar with potential health benefits. Tagatose is 92% as sweet as sucrose and has about 60% fewer calories, making it an attractive alternative to conventional sugar substitutes.
The Tufts University Center for Cellular Agriculture has teamed up with the Good Food Institute to salvage intellectual property from failed startups and make it publicly available. Eight commercially developed beef cell lines have been obtained, including two that have been engineered to remove antibiotic resistance markers, making th...
James Schwob, a professor at Tufts University School of Medicine, has been named a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors. His research focuses on the mechanisms that regulate neural development using the peripheral olfactory system as an ideal model for neuroregeneration and therapeutic approach for age-related olfactory loss.
A recent study by Tufts University researchers found that locally available foods with low monetary cost can also meet basic nutritional needs with minimal greenhouse gas emission. The study challenged the assumption that climate-friendly healthy eating requires paying more for premium products.
The event brings together industry experts to explore the convergence of agriculture and biotech for resilient food supply, sustainable protein sources, and open-access technology. Tufts University's Center for Cellular Agriculture is positioned at the forefront of food sustainability research and innovation.
A new study found that states with abortion bans without health exceptions saw a substantial increase in pregnancy-related violations of EMTALA. This led to a rise in medical screening examination and general compliance citations, suggesting early breakdowns in the emergency-care-seeking process.
Tufts University faculty Chunmei Li, Renata Micha, and Dariush Mozaffarian are among the world's most highly cited researchers. Their research has been published in leading journals and cited over 160,000 times.
The $4 million gift from Jeff and Linda Moslow is supporting the Tufts Women's Health and Menopause Initiative, a unique academic collaboration between Tufts Medicine and the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy. The initiative aims to advance clinical care, education, and research in women's health across the lifespan.
Researchers identified patterns that could help match the right treatment to the right patient by tracking real-world responses. Patients with prominent negative symptoms showed strongest improvements after receiving the new combination drug, while those with aggression or bipolar features saw limited benefit. The study suggests schizo...
International physics experiments suggest neutrinos may have tipped the balance in favor of matter over antimatter. Neutrinos' unique oscillation behavior could have led to an imbalance in the early universe.
A large study in pet dogs has uncovered molecular clues that could shed light on how aging unfolds in pets and people alike. The researchers found that a type of metabolite called post-translationally modified amino acids (ptmAAs) appeared strongly linked with aging across dogs of all breeds, sizes, and sexes.
Christina Economos, dean of the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, has been elected a member of the National Academy of Medicine for her pioneering research on childhood obesity prevention and her commitment to evidence-based innovations in pursuit of better health outcomes.
A new computer model called CogLinks simulates brain circuit decisions and adaptability, helping researchers understand how the brain misfires in psychiatric disorders. The model's results suggest that a specific pathway is essential for adaptability, and its predictions are confirmed by an fMRI study
Researchers found that Candida albicans overgrowth increases inflammatory molecules PGE2, altering dopamine signaling and reducing desire for alcohol. Blocking PGE2 activity reverses the behavior, suggesting a potential link between gut microbiota and alcohol consumption.
Researchers analyzed five diets and found that protein foods, livestock farming, and hand-picked fruits were major sources of forced labor risk. The Healthy Mediterranean-Style diet and the Healthy U.S.-Style diet showed greater risks compared to other diets.
A new study from Tufts University found nearly one in three young adults skipped dental visits due to cost and lack of insurance coverage. Young adults were more likely to skip medical care, struggle with copays, and report poor mental health or memory problems.
Researchers discovered that a specific gene disruption led to the change in color, allowing the fungus to conserve energy. This process, called relaxed selection, is common among organisms adapting to dark conditions, influencing food security and health.
Researchers found that mice lacking STING developed signs of more damaging inflammation than normal aging brains. Microglia, a key immune cell, lost efficacy in clearing debris and supporting other brain cells.
A new study offers a powerful AI-assisted method for uncovering exactly how TB drugs kill the bacteria, which could lead to smarter treatment combinations. The approach uncovers molecular details of drug interactions and can predict their impact from images alone.