Research found soy infant formula's high concentration of genistein may hinder intestinal cell proliferation, a critical organ system development phase. However, clinical data suggests soy formulas are safe but may have unseen effects.
The thermohaline circulation plays a vital role in maintaining current climate patterns. A shutdown could lead to regional climate change and extreme weather events in eastern North America and western Europe.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a portable monitoring system to evaluate emission sources from traditional wood-burning cookstoves. The study aims to improve human health and climate modeling by characterizing emissions under various burning conditions.
Researchers developed molecular sheaths around carbon nanotubes to respond to glucose, detecting it with near-infrared fluorescence. The technique allows for real-time monitoring of blood glucose levels with long-term monitoring applications.
Scientists found that myostatin, a protein limiting muscle growth, is overproduced during PRRSV infection, resulting in reduced skeletal muscle growth and weight gain. This could be a substantial cost for pig producers.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a new transistor laser that can emit a narrow, coherent beam. This technology has the potential to facilitate faster signal processing, higher speed devices and large-capacity seamless communications.
Researchers found that both young and old drivers struggled to detect important changes while using hands-free phones, leading to slower reaction times and increased errors. The impaired reactions were significant enough to pose a danger to drivers.
Researchers developed a technique to destroy antibiotic-resistant bacteria by targeting plasmids, which are genetic codes for resistance. By mimicking plasmid incompatibility, they used apramycin to prevent plasmid reproduction, allowing antibiotics to work again.
A study by Brian Wansink found that vegetable enthusiasts eat more spicy foods, drink wine with dinner, and cook elaborate meals. Fruit lovers prefer sweets, are less adventurous in the kitchen, and eat desserts after dinner. Tailoring healthy eating recommendations to these groups can be more effective.
Researchers have discovered a link between sulfate and arsenic levels in groundwater, suggesting that adding sulfate can effectively sequester arsenic. This method could provide a simple yet reliable field test to identify safe drinking water from contaminated sources.
A new project aims to produce software that can discover, visualize, and explore patterns in large collections of full-text humanities resources. The goal is to make these collections more useful for research and teaching.
University of Illinois researchers found a correlation between academic achievement and fitness scores among school-aged children. Fit children showed improved cognitive function, including better attention and working memory, compared to their sedentary counterparts.
Researchers recommend implementing a carbon tax to protect against long-term climate change, with the goal of buying 'insurance' against future adjustment costs. The study suggests that immediate action can be more cost-effective than waiting and acting later.
The University of Illinois will develop criteria for selecting digital material for capture and preservation, exploring ways for libraries and repositories to share and preserve digital resources. The project aims to identify methods and technologies that will help avoid losing information of significant historical value.
The Illinois initiative aims to examine the biological effects of isoflavones on various bodily systems, including breast, brain and adipose tissues. Researchers will investigate the mechanisms at work between isoflavones and estrogen receptors to ensure safety and effectiveness in dietary supplements.
Scientists at the University of Illinois developed a new surface chemistry method to control defects in silicon wafers, extending the life of transistor technology. This technique uses nitrogen-containing gases to saturate dangling bonds and remove interstitials, resulting in shallower active regions and enhanced dopant activation.
Researchers studied vibrational energy flow through a water-surfactant-organic solvent system, finding that the shape of molecules plays a crucial role in heat transfer. The study reveals that different excitations travel along different paths and rates, leading to significantly longer energy transfer times.
A new information system will help researchers understand the relationship between genes and behavior in honey bees. The BeeSpace system will provide a comprehensive environment for analyzing genomic data, enabling scientists to identify key roles in social behavior.
A recent study by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has discovered a highly toxic byproduct in chloramines-treated water. Iodoacids have been found to be DNA-damaging and more toxic than previously regulated DBPs, raising health concerns and prompting calls for a delay in EPA's Stage 2 rule.
Recent findings by Illinois researchers identified two new serotonin metabolites in the nervous system of marine mollusks, suggesting different chemical pathways exist to convert serotonin. This discovery could provide novel means to target tissue-specific diseases related to serotonin signaling.
Researchers used an extremely sensitive measurement technique to study myosin VI's movement. They found that it walks in a 'hand-over-hand' mechanism, causing part of the protein to come undone. This challenges the long-held inchworm motion theory for this molecular motor.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have found that sulforaphane, a compound in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables, can block the growth of late-stage breast cancer cells by disrupting microtubules. This discovery could lead to new strategies for preventing and treating breast cancer.
Researchers suggest that hormone levels interact with stress and memory systems to affect cognitive performance. The study used a water maze task, dividing female rats into groups based on their hormone levels and exposure to warm or cold water temperatures.
A significant reduction of ADHD symptoms was observed among children participating in green outdoor activities, regardless of region or setting. Exposure to ordinary natural settings may offer a widely effective treatment for managing ADHD symptoms.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a polymer-based colloidal adsorbent that effectively removes troublesome natural organic matter from municipal water supplies. The technology reduces the formation of harmful chlorinated compounds, ensuring safer drinking water without creating dangerous byproducts.
Scientists at the University of Illinois have created a new type of fiber that can effectively remove trace levels of atrazine, a widely used herbicide, from drinking water. The fibers, which are nearly eight times more effective than commercial activated carbon, can be easily regenerated and have been patented.
A study published in Neuron found that the activation of PKG-II enzyme is crucial for the internal clock to signal the completion of nighttime processes and enter the day. Disrupting this enzyme's activity leads to a significant phase delay in circadian rhythm, effectively forcing the clock back in time.
Researchers discovered a significant deviation from expected symmetry in the density of states of excitations in high-temperature superconducting tunnel junctions. The findings suggest that crystals of high-temperature superconductors, with a titanate layer, exhibit intrinsic particle-hole asymmetry.
A new study shows that consuming isolated soy protein can slow down the progression of diabetic kidney disease and improve coronary heart disease in patients with type 2 diabetes. The study found a significant reduction in urinary albumin levels and an improvement in HDL cholesterol levels among participants who consumed soy protein.
Researchers identify molecular pathway in brain that explains why patients with inflammatory diseases develop depression. By understanding this mechanism, scientists hope to help patients avoid depression while benefiting from immune-boosting treatments.
Research finds connection between cytokine IL-4 signaling impairment and type 2 diabetes. Hyperinsulinemia triggers serine phosphorylation, impacting insulin receptor substrates and leading to neuroimmune response.
A yearlong study found that negative self-image in adolescents fosters increasingly damaging behaviors, including social isolation, peer conflict, and victimization. The study suggests that early intervention is needed to improve peer interactions in schools.
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have developed a new silicon-based photodetector that is sensitive to ultraviolet light. The device uses nanoparticles dispensed from silicon wafers, which efficiently couple with UV light and produce electrical current.
Researchers found that eastern chipmunks in Illinois and Wisconsin descend from ancestors who survived the last North American ice age in isolated forest pockets. These chipmunks migrated south, merging with warmer east and south populations, challenging long-held assumptions about glacier-driven population migrations.
The project aims to discover how the integrated community worked, how families interacted with each other and their involvement in the Underground Railroad. The team has found artifacts consistent with the time period of New Philadelphia, including broken dinnerware, iron nails and hardware.
Researchers at University of Illinois have developed a technique to print single-crystal silicon objects onto flexible plastics, enabling high-performance thin-film transistors. This approach separates silicon processing from component fabrication, allowing for integration with various materials and large-area formats.
Researchers have found that adding butyrate to an intravenous nutrition solution can cause the intestine to grow back and become more functional. This breakthrough offers hope for preterm infants and patients with Crohn's disease who rely on IV feeding due to surgically removed intestines.
A team led by Evan DeLucia will use genomic technologies to understand how soybeans respond to climate change, including greenhouse gases and drought conditions. The research aims to identify key genes driving these responses and improve crop productivity.
A new computer model predicts that soybean rust, a highly aggressive form of the disease, has already spread to Brazil and Venezuela, putting the US at high risk. The model suggests that the disease will reach the US within the current growing season or no later than two years.
Researchers at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign used strong magnetic fields to alter the electronic structure of carbon nanotubes, converting them from metallic to semiconducting and back. This phenomenon was made possible due to the Aharonov-Bohm effect, which is a fundamental aspect of quantum mechanics.
Research finds that controlling parenting styles hinder struggling children's academic progress, while autonomy support improves performance and school grades. Parents who adopt an autonomy-supportive approach allow children to explore independently and generate problem-solving strategies.
A recent study has identified 14 resistant vegetable varieties that can help pumpkin growers wait out the deadly P. capsici pathogen. Rotating these crops may provide a temporary solution until the pathogen is safe to plant pumpkins again, which could mitigate yield losses of up to 100 percent.
A study by Brian Wansink found that adults offered six colored flavors of jellybeans ate 69% more than when the colors were each placed in separate bowls. The perception of variety stimulates how much people consume. Consumers can curb overeating by avoiding multiple bowls of the same food and arranging foods into organized patterns.
A study found that highly processed isoflavone products may pose a risk to postmenopausal women with estrogen-responsive breast cancers. Minimally processed soy flour was associated with less tumor growth in mice, suggesting a potential health benefit for consumers of whole soy foods.
A study published in Psychological Science found that initial training for airport screeners is insufficient, highlighting the need for continuing education. The research showed that screeners improve at detecting specific weapons but struggle with transferable skills, leading to a higher risk of false identifications and missed targets.
A team of researchers has developed a new technique to directly measure protein binding forces, clarifying the role of membrane-anchored protein NCAM in cell adhesion. Their study reveals that NCAM forms two adhesive configurations, which are validated by experimental results and contribute to spatially distinct bonds.
Polar mesospheric clouds have been found to remove nearly all meteoric iron, a process similar to the depletion of the ozone layer. Laboratory experiments and computer modeling revealed that ice particles on the surfaces of these clouds efficiently uptake iron atoms, causing a local depletion in the metal layer.
Researchers at the University of Illinois developed an activity called 'See it, Do it, Teach it' to help people understand nutrition labels and increase their calcium intake. The eight-week study showed that participants significantly increased their calcium consumption, getting closer to daily requirements.
Researchers have discovered a gene that inhibits NF-kB, a cellular transcription factor involved in anti-viral immune responses and inflammation. The study found that this gene, K1L, prevents degradation of the cellular inhibitor of NF-kB, ultimately halting viral replication.
Researchers have successfully produced triacetic acid lactone (TAL) by combining the fatty acid biosynthetic pathway with glucose, offering an alternative to traditional methods using petroleum or chemicals. This breakthrough enables the production of TATB, a more stable and sensitive explosive than TNT.