Researchers at Pritzker Molecular Engineering have developed an 'inverse vaccine' that can eliminate autoimmune reactions associated with multiple sclerosis, type 1 diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis. The vaccine works by removing the immune system's memory of a molecule, allowing it to tolerate healthy tissues.
A new study found that green nudges on a Chinese food-delivery platform increased the share of no-cutlery orders by 648 percent, saving over 3.26 million metric tons of plastic waste annually. The platform's rewards system, which included redeemable points for planting trees, was instrumental in changing consumer behavior.
Researchers have developed a new method to guide light in a 2D configuration, enabling the creation of tiny photonic circuits and opening up new possibilities for technology. The innovation uses extremely thin glass crystals that can trap and carry light over long distances.
Researchers discovered that PYY prevents the fungus Candida albicans from turning into its more dangerous form while allowing commensal yeast forms to flourish. This peptide functions as an antimicrobial agent, playing a vital role in maintaining fungal commensalism in the gut.
A new study from the University of Chicago has laid out the internal structure of polyelectrolyte complexes, a special kind of molecular assembly that helps cells keep themselves organized. The researchers used a combination of simulations and neutron scattering to determine the precise structure of these molecules, which could lead to...
Researchers found that confined epithelial cells regulate their size and cell cycle separately, suppressing growth but not division length. The team used lab-grown tissue to observe how cells respond to confinement, revealing a new framework for understanding tissue development and growth.
Researchers found that nearly all Purkinje cells in the human cerebellum have multiple primary dendrites, which contradicts the traditional understanding of a one-to-one relationship between climbing fibers and Purkinje cells. This discovery was made possible by analyzing thousands of cells from both human and mouse tissue using immuno...
Researchers identified five previously unknown CaMKII inhibitors, including ruxolitinib, which was found to be the most effective at inhibiting CaMKII activity in cell and mouse models of arrhythmias. The study provides a promising new approach for treating heart conditions.
Researchers found that individuals with AUD displayed less impairment on fine motor and cognitive tasks when consuming a standard dose of alcohol, but showed significant impairment at a higher dose. This suggests that the physical effects of alcohol accumulation contribute to impaired performance beyond mere tolerance.
Researchers created an isolated turbulent blob by firing vortex rings into a tank of water, allowing precise tracking of its parameters. This breakthrough enables scientists to study real-world turbulence more effectively, exploring questions about dissipation, expansion, and energy spread across scales.
The team used an acoustic beamsplitter to demonstrate the quantum properties of phonons, showing they can be split and create interference between two phonons. This breakthrough is a crucial step toward creating a linear mechanical quantum computer using phonons instead of photons.
A University of Chicago Education Lab study found that a school-based group counseling program can significantly reduce PTSD, anxiety, and depression among Black and Latina girls. The program, Working on Womanhood (WOW), was found to reduce PTSD symptoms by 22% among adolescent girls in Chicago neighborhood schools.
Researchers studied bivalve evolution during the Cambrian Explosion and found they branched out slowly compared to other groups. The study suggests that the slow start may have been due to the absence of a key adaptation, such as an enlarged gill, which allowed them to filter out plankton from water.
Researchers at UChicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering have developed a method to constantly monitor noise around a quantum system and adjust qubits in real-time. The approach uses spectator qubits to track environmental changes and cancel out noise in vital data-processing qubits, improving the quality of data qubits.
Researchers developed a drug treatment that inhibits YTHDF2, improving results of radiation therapy and preventing progression of distant metastasis. The treatment also prevents the "bad-scopal" effect, where radiation causes distant tumors to metastasize.
A study from the University of Chicago uses machine learning to record intricate tongue movements and neural activity, revealing that brain patterns can accurately predict 3D tongue shape. This breakthrough could lead to brain-computer interface-based prosthetics for restoring lost functions of feeding and speech.
A pair of studies finds that the US Magnuson-Stevens Act is working as intended to rebuild threatened fish populations and increase their size. In contrast to critics' claims, the policy does not unduly limit catch or revenue, but rather rebuilds depleted stocks with significant gains in size.
Researchers at UChicago found a surprising connection between photosynthesis and exciton condensates, a state that allows frictionless energy flow. The discovery could lead to more efficient materials and technologies, such as superconductors.
A new study from the University of Chicago shows a direct link between social determinants of health and suicide risk, with counties experiencing high levels of social vulnerability having nearly double the suicide rate as those with lower levels. The study proposes several public health policies to address these disparities.
Scientists have captured the first atomic-scale images of tin on niobium during the growth process of next-generation particle accelerators, revealing potential for greater control over superconducting Nb3Sn films. The study aims to optimize fabrication of next-generation accelerator cavities and reduce cryogenic infrastructure costs.
A woman born without somatosensation, Kim, was found to be able to comprehend and use tactile language and metaphors, challenging notions of embodied cognition. She relies on other senses to perceive the world and uses language based on association rather than direct experience.
Scientists at the University of Chicago have created a new material that can bend in half or stretch to twice its original length while still emitting light. The stretchable OLED display has applications in wearable electronics, health sensors, and foldable computer screens.
Researchers at the University of Chicago have found that adding small molecules called immunomodulators to vaccine adjuvants can regulate the body's response to vaccines, reducing negative side effects. The study increased antibody response in flu vaccine models and reduced inflammation in typhoid vaccine models.
Scientists discovered that B cells play a crucial role in controlling tuberculosis (TB) infections by directing helper T cells, known as T follicular helper (Tfh)-like cells, to granuloma tissue in the lungs where they can activate macrophages. This finding holds promise for developing better treatments and vaccines for TB.
Researchers at UChicago develop a more efficient and less toxic method to create MXene material, enabling new applications in electronics and energy storage. The breakthrough allows for the production of large amounts of materials with minimal waste, paving the way for innovative technologies.
Researchers developed a new tool to disentangle electronic states in layered quantum materials, revealing surprising results that defy theoretical predictions. By analyzing vibrations and energy measurements, scientists can 'see' how electrons move through the layers.
Scientists have discovered a layer of fluid rock at the bottom of the upper mantle, which may explain some observed phenomena in seismology. The discovery was made by analyzing data from GPS sensors on islands after a deep earthquake in the Pacific Ocean.
Researchers found that cells don't pick certain sites to methylate, but rather where not to, due to the joints of messenger RNA. This discovery has implications for gene therapies, disease treatment, and our understanding of biology and evolution.
A team of researchers has created a highly accurate map of the universe's matter distribution, combining data from two major telescope surveys. The analysis reveals that matter is less 'clumpy' than expected, suggesting potential inconsistencies with the current standard model of the universe.
Assistant Professor Shuolong Yang and his team aim to develop a scalable process for creating topological quantum materials, which resist decoherence. By using a novel technique inspired by woodblock printing, they hope to create iron selenium tellurium, a potential superconductor for quantum computing.
Researchers at the University of Chicago have designed a temperature-sensing building material that changes its infrared color to absorb or emit heat based on outside temperatures. This innovation aims to reduce building energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, making it an essential step towards a more sustainable future.
A study found that patients with severe COVID-19 who suffered progressive lung failure had a different gut microbiome composition compared to those who recovered. The research identified key differences in bacteria and metabolites, including higher levels of Proteobacteria and lower levels of secondary bile acids in dying patients.
Researchers at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering have used a combination of electron microscopy and computational modeling to understand how lithium-ion batteries degrade. They found that variation between areas of the battery, particularly electrolyte corrosion, leads to faster degradation.
Assistant Professor Robert Rand at the University of Chicago received a three-year, $450,000 grant from the Air Force Office of Scientific Research. The funding will support his work on formal verification of the ZX-calculus, a graphical system for representing quantum programs.
Researchers found that the Southern Hemisphere is stormier than the Northern, with a 24% difference attributed to ocean circulation and mountain ranges in the Northern Hemisphere. The study also shows that storminess has increased since the 1980s, consistent with climate change forecasts.
Researchers developed Prox-seq, a high-throughput approach to study protein functions inside individual cells. By detecting proteins near each other, the method provides insights into functional groups and interactions, improving our understanding of cell behavior.
The Southern Hemisphere is stormier than the Northern due to ocean circulation and mountain ranges in the Northern Hemisphere. Since the 1980s, storminess has increased in the Southern Hemisphere, while the Northern Hemisphere has seen negligible changes.
Researchers at the University of Chicago have discovered a new material, MnBi6Te10, that can be used to create quantum highways along which electrons can move. The material acts as a 'magnetic topological insulator,' shuttingtling electrons around its perimeter while maintaining their energy and quantum properties.
Advanced nanoparticles carrying a bacterially derived compound target the STING pathway, disrupting blood vessels and stimulating an immune response. This approach suppresses tumor growth and metastasis in several types of cancers.
Researchers create a material with disordered molecular structure that conducts electricity well, defying conventional theories. The material's stability and versatility make it promising for new electronic devices.
Researchers have designed a potential therapeutic that dampens the activity of regulatory T cells, which can prevent the immune system from unleashing its full potential against tumor cells. The molecule, known as FOX3P, acts as a transcription factor for many Treg genes but isn't vital for other types of T cells.
Scientists have discovered a way to use nanoscale, low-power laser beams to precisely control magnetism within two-dimensional semiconductors. This technique has implications for studying the emergence of correlated phases and designing new optoelectronic and spintronic devices.
Researchers developed a universal screening tool for IPF that can alert primary care physicians to its possible presence, enabling earlier diagnosis and treatment. The Zero-burden Co-Morbidity Risk Score for IPF (ZCoR-IPF) algorithm uses existing patient records to identify patients at risk of developing the disease.
Molecular qubits are more stable in asymmetric environments, according to a study published in Physical Review X. This discovery opens new doors for potential applications of emerging technology. The asymmetric environment provides coherence protection, allowing the qubits to keep their quantum information even in chaotic places.
A recent study found that patients who filled prescriptions for folic acid experienced a 44% reduction in suicidal events over a two-year period. Filling a prescription for folic acid was associated with a decreased risk of attempting suicide, even after adjusting for various confounding factors.
In a new study, researchers found that immune T cells lacking the key transcription factor Satb1 are more susceptible to suppression by regulatory T cells, leading to transplant tolerance. The study provides insight into the mechanism behind transplantation tolerance and may lead to the development of new immunosuppression regimens.
Researchers found that gut commensal bacteria enhance the pathogenesis of a tumorigenic murine retrovirus by upregulating genes that suppress the immune response. This ability to evade the immune system allows tumors to develop and progress in mice infected with the virus.
The new approach takes advantage of the way defects in diamonds or semiconductors behave like qubits, amplifying the information stored in solid-state defects. This discovery offers a significant improvement in sensitivity for quantum sensors measuring magnetic fields, temperature changes, and molecular structures.
A new study reveals that many exoplanets around M-dwarf stars may be composed of half water and half rock, rather than having surface oceans. The discovery suggests that these planets are likely to have water embedded in the rock or in pockets below the surface.
Scientists at the University of Chicago discover a method to increase lithium selectivity in olivine iron phosphate using electrochemical intercalation. Seeding electrodes with lithium ions can repel unwanted elements, improving the efficiency of lithium extraction from dilute water resources.