Researchers at University at Buffalo successfully demonstrate collective flow of nucleons resulting from stopping high-energy lead beam, a critical prerequisite for producing quark/gluon plasma. The achievement confirms theoretical predictions and brings optimism to the field of quark/gluon plasma detection.
University at Buffalo chemists have developed a new method to generate coatings for electronic devices, eliminating toxic precursors and enabling the creation of unique materials with photonics applications. The technique uses high temperatures and quenching to produce uniform films without fail.
Researchers at University at Buffalo demonstrate strongest evidence yet for reentrant superconductivity, a phenomenon where magnetic fields enhance superconductivity rather than destroy it. The findings have potential practical applications in energy storage and magnetic resonance imaging.
Research at the University at Buffalo has provided a biochemical explanation for obesity, showing that chronic hyperinsulinemia precedes obesity in rat pups. The study suggests that early metabolic setpoints program rats to overproduce insulin, leading to obesity later in life.
A recent study conducted among Native Americans has found that periodontal disease significantly increases the risk of developing heart disease in the future. The research revealed a powerful association between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease, with diabetes being the only factor showing a stronger association.
A six-month study found that elderly and young women who owned pets had lower blood pressure readings than those without pets. Pet owners experienced physiological benefits comparable to those derived from human companionship, suggesting that pets can play an important role in moderating age-related increases in blood pressure.
Researchers detected calcifications in the carotid arteries of 5% of new patients, with many having multiple risk factors for atherosclerosis. The findings suggest that routine dental X-rays could be a valuable tool in detecting patients at risk for stroke.
Research shows music can decrease cardiovascular stress and improve coping abilities for patients undergoing ambulatory surgery. Music-listening patients reported lower stress levels and better coping mechanisms than those who did not listen to music.
A new UB study published in JAMA reveals a strong association between smoking and breast cancer risk in postmenopausal women with the slow-acting NAT2 gene. Women born with this genotype who smoked more than a pack of cigarettes per day before menopause had seven times the risk of developing breast cancer.
UB physicists have developed the first single-crystal, semiconducting nanomaterials that can bend without breaking. The new semiconductors retain structural integrity and optical properties, making them suitable for future advances in optical computing.
Researchers have developed software that can analyze ion-channel activity with remarkable efficiency and speed, enabling researchers to discover key information about protein structures and behavior. This breakthrough has the potential to improve our understanding of genetic diseases such as cystic fibrosis and neuromuscular disorders.
A recent study by University at Buffalo epidemiologists has found that police officers are eight times more likely to die by their own hand than by homicide. The study also revealed that police officers take their own lives at a much higher rate than other municipal employees.
A five-center trial shows partial liquid ventilation is safe and effective, improving lung function and increasing survival chances for critically ill premature infants. The procedure involves introducing oxygen-rich liquid into the lungs, reducing pressure damage and improving oxygen exchange.
A breakthrough in basic chemistry developed by University at Buffalo scientists has the potential to expand dramatically the variety and potency of new pharmaceutical compounds. The method uses a chiral catalyst to synthesize biologically important compounds with specific chemical structures.
Researchers developed polymer-based photonic materials that can store thousands of times more data than traditional CDs. The new materials utilize two-photon absorption to enable efficient color movie storage and allow for compact data storage, making them ideal for archiving large quantities of images.
A study by University at Buffalo psychiatrist Miriam Shuchman found that 93% of youthful suicide attempters received some type of psychosocial assessment, compared to 49% of young victims of violence. The study also showed significant disparities in counseling services for injured girls and boys.
Researchers developed CLOTSIM, a computer model simulating blood clot dissolution, to provide critical information on thrombolytic agents. The program helps predict clinical outcomes and tailor therapies to reduce patient risks.
Researchers found that a glass of orange juice boosts stomach acid levels and increases the absorption of delavirdine, a promising new AIDS drug. The study, funded by NIH and Upjohn Pharmaceuticals, suggests that orange juice may help patients with low stomach acid achieve adequate therapeutic benefits.
The Proactive Error Reduction System (PERS) program is a computer program that allows airline maintenance workers to determine why an error occurred and see how other airlines have solved similar problems. It goes beyond current error-analysis by being proactive, examining all the things that led up to the error.
A new study found that men who smoked light were two-thirds less likely to get prostate cancer if they ate medium to high levels of beta carotene. Heavy smokers received a 50% reduction in risk when consuming high levels of dietary beta carotene.
A new study found that in women, depressive symptoms can predict subsequent alcohol problems over time. Conversely, in men, drinking issues are more likely to lead to depression after three years. This longitudinal study, based on 986 adults, highlights the importance of monitoring both conditions.
A new study by epidemiologists at the University at Buffalo found that premenopausal women had a 29% lower risk and postmenopausal women a 24% lower risk of breast cancer if they had breast-fed for at least 12 months. The positive effect was found only for those who first breast-fed before age 25.
A University at Buffalo study finds that certain genetic variants near the human obesity gene are associated with obesity in young women, as well as depression and anxiety. The study also suggests that these genes may contribute to the development of behavioral disorders in young women.
Researchers have shown that different abdominal muscle fibers answer to different tasks, such as breathing and movement. This discovery highlights the need for specific therapies tailored to each task to maximize rehabilitation.
Researchers found that weakened diaphragm muscles may contribute to sleep apnea in obese individuals, particularly as they age. The study used rats as an animal model and found that diaphragm response was compromised in older obese animals, but not in younger ones.