A team of astronomers has detected the smallest main-belt asteroids ever found, with 138 rocky bodies reported in the asteroid belt. The discovery provides insights into the formation of small objects in the solar system and their potential impact on Earth's planetary defense.
The melting of Greenland's ice sheet is accelerating due to high greenhouse gas emissions, with potential losses of up to 1735 gigatonnes of ice per year. This will lead to a one-meter rise in sea levels, posing a significant threat to millions of people in coastal areas.
A study by ULiège researchers reveals two distinct mechanisms behind neuronal degeneration, which act simultaneously to ensure reliable modulation of neuronal signals. This discovery sheds light on the principles of neuromodulation and has implications for improving artificial systems such as robots and AI devices.
A study on Posidonia seagrass meadows in the Mediterranean Sea reveals surprising results: dead leaves break down like compost, producing oxygen through photosynthetic organisms. The researchers also found a two-way exchange between macroalgae on rocks and seagrass, with organic molecules diffusing between them.
Researchers at the University of Liège have discovered a new population of macrophages that play a beneficial role in regenerating pulmonary alveoli. These atypical macrophages are instrumental in repairing lung damage caused by viral infections, which can lead to severe respiratory complications.
A new study on malignant catarrhal fever (MCF) in cattle reveals the mechanisms of AlHV-1 infection and identifies a crucial viral gene involved in disease development. The research provides a promising basis for developing an effective vaccine against this devastating bovine disease.
Superheated flow technology leverages flow processes to operate above solvent boiling points, enhancing reaction rates and improving productivity and safety. This guide aims to facilitate the adoption of this innovative approach in organic synthesis.
The study determines the acidity of ionic liquids using Raman spectroscopy, revealing a significant advance in understanding these complex media. The research provides a valuable tool for modeling these systems, enabling the development of acid-catalysed processes and battery applications.
A recent study found that habitual entrepreneurs have increased gray matter volume in the left insula compared to managers, a brain region associated with enhanced cognitive agility and divergent thinking. This suggests that the brains of habitual entrepreneurs are adapted to foster cognitive flexibility.
A recent study proposes a roadmap for integrating edge AI into farming practices to improve efficiency, quality and safety of agricultural production. This technology enables devices to make smarter decisions faster without connecting to the cloud or off-site datacenters.
A research team from the University of Liège has discovered that inhibition of VARS enzyme can prevent therapeutic resistance in melanoma by resensitising tumours. This breakthrough offers new hope for patients with resistant melanoma, paving the way for treatment combinations and enhancing targeted therapy efficacy.
Researchers at the University of Liège created a new type of spiking neuron, the Spiking Recurrent Cell (SRC), which combines simplicity with the ability to reproduce biological neuron dynamics. This innovation offers exciting prospects for neuro-inspired artificial intelligence, particularly in energy-efficient applications.
Recent studies have provided a better understanding of the origin of eosinophils and eosinophilia, as well as the effects of treatments targeting them. Researchers found that IL-5 slows down maturation of developing eosinophils, promoting their multiplication and increasing eosinophilia.
A study led by the University of Liège has investigated the evolution of sabre-toothed tigers' elongated upper canine teeth. The research revealed a continuum of cranial morphology between present-day small cats and extinct sabre-toothed species, indicating that evolutionary patterns are more complex than previously thought.
The SPECULOOS project has discovered an Earth-sized exoplanet around SPECULOOS-3, a nearby ultra-cool dwarf star. The planet, named SPECULOOS-3 b, is similar in size to our own planet and orbits the star in just 17 hours, resulting in constant day and night conditions.
The newly discovered WASP-193b is the second least dense planet found to date, with a density comparable to that of cotton candy. Its low density cannot be explained by standard models of irradiated gas giants.
Researchers at University of Liège have developed an innovative process for producing isocyanate-free, recyclable and biobased polyurethane (PU) foams by using rapid foaming technology from room-temperature formulations. This innovation offers a cutting-edge alternative to traditional toxic isocyanates-based processes.
Researchers at ULiège found that hearing relaxing words during sleep slows down cardiac activity, reflecting deeper sleep. This discovery provides insight into brain-heart interactions during sleep and challenges traditional views of the sleeping body as disconnected from the external world.
Researchers at the University of Liège have developed a hybrid approach to produce glycerol carbonate from glycerol and CO2 in under 30 seconds, significantly surpassing current production processes. This breakthrough could lead to increased industrialization and utilization of biomass-derived molecules.
The study examines the accessibility of social assistance for new arrivals from a global perspective, highlighting factors that influence access to services. It also sheds light on the interactions between migrants, bureaucrats, and social workers, providing valuable pointers for improving service delivery.
Researchers have identified the oldest thylakoid membranes, 1.2 billion years older than previously known, in 1.75 billion-year-old fossil cyanobacteria. This discovery provides a new approach to understand the early diversification of life and the role of cyanobacteria in the Great Oxygenation Event.
Researchers at the University of Liège used 3D modeling to analyze the evolutionary trajectories of thalattosuchians and dyrosaurs, two species that colonized marine environments independently. The study reveals significant differences in adaptations and functional capacities between these groups and present-day crocodiles.
A new polyurethane production technique using CO2 creates easily recyclable plastics with a thermoset structure, but can be reshaped by exchanges of chemical bonds. These plastics offer multiple ways of recycling materials at their end-of-life, eliminating additives.
A team of researchers at the University of Liège has observed a glow in the night sky over Mars using the UVIS-NOMAD instrument on board the Trace Gas Orbiter satellite. This detection provides new insights into the Martian upper atmosphere and its variations throughout the year.
A new study at the University of Liège reveals that hunter-gatherers used spearthrowers to hunt game at the 31,000-year-old archaeological site of Maisières-Canal. This finding pushes back the estimated age of this hunting technique by 10,000 years and sheds light on its impact on human evolution.
A team of researchers from the University of Liège has studied the mechanisms governing water droplet speed along fibers. They found that thicker fibers result in lower speeds, but unexpected behavior occurs when two fibers are bundled together, leading to faster droplet movement.
A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine found that convalescent plasma administration reduced mortality by 10% in COVID-19 patients with acute respiratory distress requiring artificial mechanical ventilation. The reduction was most pronounced when plasma was administered within the first 48 hours after initiation of ve...
A new study from the University of Liège provides insights into how light stimulates our brains and its impact on cognition. The research found that the thalamus plays a crucial role in relaying non-visual light information to the parietal cortex, which controls attention levels.
A study using ultra-high field 7 Tesla MRI found that the locus coeruleus is essential for regulating REM sleep, with increased activity during wakefulness associated with poorer quality sleep. This effect was particularly pronounced in older individuals (50-70 years), who were more likely to experience insomnia.
A multinational study of 62 patients found that transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) improved behavioral responses in specific subgroups, particularly those with traumatic brain injury. The study's results suggest a potential therapeutic strategy for treating consciousness disorders following severe brain injury.
The study by Lionel Delaude and François Mazars has shown that combining a para-cymene ligand with an N-heterocyclic carbene ligand derived from caffeine or theophylline produces highly effective catalysts. These eco-friendly catalysts reduce the carbon footprint of chemical processes, making them more sustainable.
A genuine bone industry was found at the Chez-Pinaud-Jonzac Neanderthal site, revealing that Neanderthals processed bone using their own techniques. Bone tools, including cutting tools and scrapers, were used for various activities and on multiple materials, contrary to previous assumptions about modern human influence.
A multidisciplinary study found evidence of increased neuronal connectivity in the brains of serial entrepreneurs, suggesting they possess greater cognitive flexibility. This increased flexibility enables them to alternate between exploration and exploitation, crucial for entrepreneurial success.
Researchers at the University of Liège have made a groundbreaking discovery of a novel organisation of muscle fibres in Parophidion vassali, a fish that produces sounds using specialized muscles. This new arrangement of myofibrils forms an enormous network within the muscle fibre, potentially allowing for rapid contraction while retain...
Researchers detect two planets, super-Earths and mini-Neptunes, in a synchronized dance around a cool star. The system's unique configuration could help explain the formation mechanism of these mysterious planetary types.
The collaboration between CiTOS Lab at ULiège and Mithra Pharmaceuticals enables the development of an efficient biosourced estetrol production process. The thermolysis reaction yields a key intermediate with unprecedented productivity, allowing for several million doses to be achieved with minimal global footprint.
Researchers confirmed a new protoplanet, HD 169142 b, orbiting a star 374 light years away. The planet is estimated to be about 37 astronomical units from its star and has carved an annular gap in the surrounding gas and dust disk.
Bilayer hBN exhibits moiré polar domains that form networks of topological polar merons and antimerons. This symmetry breaking enables control over the topological properties in two-dimensional layered materials. The polarization field's winding is topologically non-trivial, resulting from a previously overlooked in-plane component.
A new study by researchers at the University of Liège reveals that monocytes, blood immune cells, have the ability to proliferate and generate macrophages to replace damaged or missing immune cells. This discovery challenges current knowledge of cell proliferation and has implications for understanding various diseases, including cancer.
Researchers from the University of Liège found that mountain rivers in the Andes have higher emissions of CO2 and CH4 than lowland rivers. These high-emitting rivers account for 35% of CO2 and 72% of CH4 emissions in the Amazon basin, making them hot spots for greenhouse gas emissions.
A study by researchers from the University of Liège shows that group 2 innate lymphoid cells educate alveolar macrophages, reprogramming them to protect against respiratory allergens. This discovery highlights the central role of ILC2s in shaping the alveolar niche and modulating immune responses.
A study by the University of Antwerp and University of Liège found that prolonged microgravity affects human cerebral connectivity, with some changes persisting even after returning to Earth. The research used MRI data from 14 astronaut brains before and after their space missions.
Scientists have discovered a new antibiotic, lunaemycin, extracted from moonmilk deposits with properties active against Gram-positive bacteria resistant to antibiotics. The study reveals the vast potential of moonmilk as a source of bioactive molecules.
A study by University of Liège researchers decodes the mechanical response of synthetic small-molecule overhand knots to tightening, revealing a high resisting force and relative rigidity. The results have relevance for designing extended knotted and molecularly woven materials.
The INFLOW project has developed a unique state-of-the-art technology platform in Europe for the flow production of bio-degradable carrier materials and their efficient formulation. This technology enables companies to create new products with high potential for healthcare, food/feed, and cosmetics industries.
A study by University of Liège researchers provides insight into the mechanisms of Smilodon's biting efficiency, using high-precision 3D scans and simulation methods. The results show that sabre-toothed predators can effectively hunt despite their long canine teeth.
A new process allows for the production of polyurethane foams without isocyanates, a toxic chemical compound. The technology uses water and cyclic carbonate compounds to create a solid material with low density and regular pores.
Researchers at CiTOS have devised an on-demand flow platform for the generation of anhydrous dinitrogen trioxide, a potent nitrosation reagent. This breakthrough unlocks the potential of N2O3 for preparing high-value-added organic molecules, addressing a significant challenge in synthetic organic chemistry.
Researchers found that mind blanking episodes were rare and characterized by ultra-connected brain patterns with high amplitude of the fMRI global signal. This suggests that our brains need to 'go offline' for moments, even when awake.
Scientists at the University of Liège have successfully manipulated the shape and symmetry of floating crystals by navigating between metastable states. The researchers used two experimental techniques: applying a horizontal magnetic field to induce deformation or controlling the growth of an assembly using thermocapillary fluxes.