Researchers developed an adaptable machine learning algorithm to measure driver 'workload' using driving performance signals, enabling real-time adjustments to in-vehicle systems for enhanced safety and user experience. The system can respond to changes in the driver's behavior, status, road conditions, or characteristics.
Researchers found that honeyguides in Tanzania and Mozambique discriminate among human calls, responding more readily to local than foreign calls. This complex communication system benefits both species by increasing their chances of accessing calorie-dense honey and beeswax.
Researchers have identified a sequence within therapeutic mRNAs that causes unintended immune responses and found a way to correct these errors. By designing 'slip-resistant' mRNAs, the team aims to produce future mRNA vaccines with improved safety and efficacy.
Scientists have discovered magnetic monopoles in hematite, a type of iron oxide closely related to rust. The study uses diamond quantum sensing to observe swirling textures and faint magnetic signals, revealing the emergence of these isolated magnetic charges.
Researchers found that phonetic encoding in babies emerged gradually over the first year of life, beginning with labial sounds and nasal sounds. Parents should speak to their babies using sing-song speech as soon as possible to help them learn language.
Researchers analyzed skeletal remains from medieval Cambridge to recreate everyday lives of residents, revealing diet, activities, and bodily traumas. A new study investigates the hospital's inhabitants, showing how a medieval benefits system operated, with selection criteria based on material want, politics, and spiritual merit.
Researchers discovered that women carrying Group B Streptococcus bacteria are up to three times more likely to have newborns admitted to neonatal units. The team developed an ultrasensitive PCR test to detect the bacteria, suggesting a 'cytokine storm' may be behind increased risk of disease.
A Victorian collector, Morton Allport, traded human and animal remains from Tasmania for scientific recognition. The research highlights the entwined costs of colonialism with practices of natural history, revealing a 'quid pro quo' arrangement to meet demand for these remains.
A clinical trial of stem cell therapy in patients with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis has shown a long-lasting effect that appears to protect the brain from further damage. The study found no signs of disease progression and a substantial stability of the disease without worsening of symptoms.
A self-healing elastomer forms the flexible membrane of the gripper, which can heal from scratches and punctures in approximately nine minutes. The gripper's design enables recyclability, allowing for a sustainable option for universal grippers and soft robotics.
Researchers found preserved yew trees from 4,200 years ago that reveal a sudden sea level rise likely killed the vast woodland. The trees contain valuable information about natural variability and potential links between global climate events.
Researchers argue that the brain does not create new functions in previously unrelated areas but instead utilizes existing latent capacities. They provide alternative explanations for observed changes in brain activity following injury or deficit.
Researchers have developed a fully-enclosed aquaculture system that can be completely controlled, eliminating water quality and food safety concerns. The system produces nutrient-rich protein-rich 'Naked Clams' that are faster-growing than mussels and oysters, with higher Vitamin B12 levels.
Researchers created an AI system with physical constraints to develop brain-like features, such as hubs and flexible coding schemes. The system solved a maze navigation task by combining multiple pieces of information, similar to human brains. This study sheds light on how physical constraints shape differences in brain organization.
Researchers from the University of Cambridge have discovered that conical shells made from soft materials are vulnerable to buckling at much smaller loads than previously predicted. This finding has implications for designing soft robots and mechanisms, as free unclamped edges can weaken thin structures in a surprising manner.
Cambridge scientists have grown small blood vessel models in the lab and identified a drug target to prevent vascular dementia and stroke. The study found that disrupting the scaffolding that supports these vessels can cause them to leak, leading to conditions such as SVD.
Genomic surveillance proved vital in understanding COVID-19 evolution and spread. Researchers now seek its application in fighting antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a major global challenge. AMR causes substantial sickness and death worldwide, with estimates suggesting it could kill up to 10 million people annually by 2050.
Researchers from the University of Cambridge found that comets can deliver intact prebiotic molecules to planets in 'peas in a pod' systems, which are promising places to search for life outside our Solar System.
Research with contemporary hunter-gatherer societies found infants receive attentive care from up to 15 different caregivers for about nine hours a day. High levels of sensitive care and personal attention are crucial for mother and child wellbeing, supporting maternal care and reducing risks of neglect and abuse.
A new solar-powered device can turn polluted water into clean drinking water and hydrogen fuel, addressing global energy and water crises. The device uses solar power to split water molecules, producing clean water and hydrogen with minimal energy loss.
A study of over 12,000 people in the US compares Baby Boomer and Millennial financial outcomes. Millennials with typical middle-class life trajectories accumulated substantially more wealth than their Baby Boomer counterparts, while those with low-skilled service jobs or living with parents struggled financially.
Researchers from the University of Cambridge have developed a virtual reality application that allows users to build figures and shapes without interacting with menus. The 'HotGestures' system uses machine learning to recognize hand gestures, providing fast and effective shortcuts for tool selection and usage.
A team of experts identified 15 over-looked issues that could impact UK forests, including catastrophic ecosystem collapse, competition for water resources, and tree viral diseases. The research calls for urgent action to increase forest resilience.
A team of researchers from Cambridge University has decoded over 100 French love letters written in the 18th century, revealing universal human experiences and emotional struggles. The letters were sent to sailors on a ship captured by Britain during the Seven Years' War, but never reached their recipients.
A survey of social media posts suggests that people are more positive about nature-based efforts to protect carbon-storing ecosystems than human technological solutions. The study found that tree-planting solutions, such as afforestation, received the most approval, while geoengineering was associated with negative sentiments.
Researchers found that chimpanzees are more likely to climb hills when heading towards contested borders, where they can quietly rest and hear distant sounds of rival groups. This behavior suggests that chimpanzees gauge the distance of rivals and act accordingly to avoid costly fights.
A new AI model trained by Cambridge researchers can classify 'hard-to-decarbonize' houses with high accuracy, enabling policymakers to prioritize improvement efforts. The model uses open-source data and can be adapted for use in countries with patchy datasets.
Scientists at the University of Cambridge identified a molecule that plays a key role in triggering inflammation in response to harmful materials. The researchers found that inhibiting this molecule, PLK1, can prevent overly aggressive inflammatory responses in conditions like gout and heart diseases.
A new method for 3D printing metal allows for controlled structural modifications without heating and beating, reducing post-production alteration requirements. The technique enables the production of strong and tough metals with comparable performance to traditional methods.
A new method estimates the benefit of carbon stored because of forest conservation, enabling direct comparison of projects. The technique generates incentives for safeguarding forests long after credits have been issued.
Researchers developed a new way to diagnose bipolar disorder using a simple blood test that can identify up to 30% of patients. The test, combined with digital mental health assessments, can differentiate between major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder.
A new study found that bumblebees maximize nectar sugar collection per minute to provide an immediate energy boost for the colony. By trading off time and energy, they choose hard-to-access nectar sources with high sugar content.
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have shown that simulating models of hypothetical time travel can solve experimental problems in quantum metrology. By manipulating entanglement, they can retroactively change past actions to improve outcomes in the present. The simulation has a 75% chance of failure but provides valuable insi...
Researchers call for a more structured approach to integrating simulation technologies into medical and teacher training, highlighting their potential but also concerns about subpar training without evidence. Simulation-based learning tools offer new possibilities for students to develop skills in realistic environments.
A study using data from over 10,000 UK participants found that young children with warm parental relationships tend to display more socially-desirable behaviors like kindness, empathy and generosity. This association holds even after accounting for mental health factors.
The Endangered Landscapes & Seascapes Programme will support up to eight new sea restoration projects across Europe. This funding aims to create resilient ecosystems that benefit nature and people. The programme's third phase will focus on expanding large-scale restoration projects, including those focused on Europe's seas.
A new study reveals that immunity to SARS-CoV-2 variants depends on previous exposure and vaccination history. The research found significant differences in immune responses to various variants, highlighting the need for personalized vaccine approaches.
Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at age 30 can lead to a reduced life expectancy of up to 14 years due to complications such as heart attack, stroke, and cancer. The analysis found that every decade of earlier diagnosis was associated with about four years of reduced life expectancy.
New plant cell walls exhibit significantly different mechanical properties compared to surrounding parental walls, enabling cells to alter their local shape and influence the growth of plant organs. Researchers have discovered that new cell walls in some plants are 1.5 times stiffer than the parental cell walls.
Researchers at the University of Cambridge found that smoking during pregnancy increases the risk of premature birth by 2.6 times and small for gestational age by four times. Babies born to smokers are also more likely to have low birth weight, increasing their risk of developmental problems and poorer health in later life.
A new vaccine candidate has shown protection against a range of coronaviruses, including current and future variants, by targeting the critical regions of the virus that it needs to complete its life cycle. The vaccine technology, developed at the University of Cambridge, aims to provide broad-based protection against emerging viruses.
A recent study by the University of Cambridge found that autistic individuals are more likely to experience a broad range of chronic physical health conditions across various organ systems. The research highlights the need for closer monitoring and adaptation of healthcare systems to meet the complex needs of autistic people.
Scientists at University of Cambridge create Highlighter tool that uses specific light conditions to activate defense mechanisms in plants, allowing them to 'talk' to humans about impending dangers such as disease outbreaks and heatwaves. The system utilizes optogenetics technology to control biomolecular processes at the cellular level.
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have made a groundbreaking discovery that could lead to more effective treatments for neuroblastoma, a devastating form of childhood cancer. The new approach uses a combination of two drugs to encourage cancer cells to become normal non-dividing cells, potentially reducing side effects.
A new health care utility model called Civica Rx increases supply security and reduces costs for health systems, with increased access to critical medications. The model prioritizes access over profit and offers transparent pricing for all customers.
Researchers at the University of Cambridge found that training participants to suppress negative thoughts reduced their vividness and emotional intensity. The study also showed improvements in mental health outcomes for participants, including decreases in depression and anxiety.
Researchers from University of Cambridge and Cornell University have developed a method to build machine learning models that can understand complex equations using far less training data. This breakthrough enables the construction of more time- and cost-efficient models for physics, engineering, and climate modeling applications.
Historian Dr Philippa Carter argues that jobs like food preparation, childcare, and dairy production left women exposed to witchcraft accusations. These occupations, often performed by women, were perceived as a threat to social order, increasing the likelihood of suspicion and accusation.
A new study confirms that roadside hedges can dramatically reduce air pollution around schools by soaking up ultrafine particles emitted by traffic. Hedges have been found to act as protective barriers, capturing and filtering out harmful particles.
Research found that a healthy lifestyle involving moderate alcohol consumption, healthy diet, regular physical activity, and frequent social connection can reduce the risk of depression. The study identified seven healthy lifestyle factors linked to a lower risk of depression, with good sleep being the most protective.