Researchers found that gold nanoparticles can accurately assess kidney injuries using X-rays, correlating with nanoparticle accumulation. However, caution is needed when employing nanomedicines to patients with compromised kidneys.
A team of researchers led by Dr. Zihao Ou successfully made the skin on live mice transparent using a mixture of water and tartrazine, a common food coloring. This breakthrough allows for direct observation of organs and tissues beneath the skin, opening up new possibilities for biomedical research.
A study by Dr. Pumpki Lei Su and colleagues analyzed over 300 children's home recordings to find that infants form patterns in their sound clusters, producing three categories of sounds. The researchers found significant clustering patterns in typically developing children and those later diagnosed with autism, suggesting a more sponta...
A study by University of Texas at Dallas geoscientist Dr. Robert Stern and colleague Taras Gerya suggests that plate tectonics, oceans, and continents are necessary for the evolution of intelligent civilizations. The researchers propose refining the Drake equation factor to account for these requirements, which could explain the Fermi ...
University of Texas at Dallas researchers develop AI model that can automatically reroute electricity in milliseconds to prevent power outages. The system uses machine learning to map complex relationships between entities in a power distribution network, enabling faster response times than human-controlled processes.
Dr. Ifana Mahbub and her team are developing far-field wireless power transfer technology to enable drones to recharge without landing. The technology uses phased-array antennas to steer electromagnetic waves along a targeted path, minimizing signal loss.
Researchers from the DESI collaboration have created a largest 3D map of cosmos ever constructed, measuring expansion history with precision better than 1%. The analysis confirms basics of Lambda-CDM model but hints at possible evolution of dark energy over time.
Aging brains exhibit reduced selectivity for both category and individual items, suggesting multiple mechanisms drive age-related neural dedifferentiation. This finding may lead to a reevaluation of age-related neural processes and their relationship with memory performance.
Researchers developed an approach called Quantum Noise Injection for Adversarial Defense (QNAD) to protect quantum computers from attacks. The method introduces noise into the quantum neural network, making it more accurate during an attack.
Research suggests that adults' ability to resist social pressures on desires improves with age. The study found that younger adults are more susceptible to peer pressure when others around them are enacting the same desire, while middle-aged and older adults fare better in controlling their urges. By examining daily experiences rather ...
Researchers investigated how household size and adult-to-child ratio affect children's vocabulary scores. They found that higher adult-to-child ratios correlated to higher child vocabulary scores and lower household chaos scores, particularly in Hispanic families.
The University of Texas at Dallas' Wind Energy Center is expanding its operations with a new physical headquarters, labs, meeting areas, and office space. The facility will feature cutting-edge equipment, including a wind-wave tunnel and Intelligent Energy Systems Lab.
University of Texas at Dallas researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind, handheld electrochemical sensor that can accurately detect fentanyl in urine within seconds. The device detects even trace amounts of fentanyl with 98% accuracy and could be used to test for the drug in saliva, helping first responders make treatment decisions.
Researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas discovered distinct changes in brain network patterns associated with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, affecting sensory and motor processing. These findings offer new insights into the broader impact of Alzheimer’s on brain function and potential targets for treatment.
A team of researchers developed synthetic enzymes that can control the behavior of the signaling protein Vg1, which plays a key role in vertebrate embryonic development. The study uses zebrafish to investigate how Vg1 is formed and found that it must undergo additional processing before it can be activated.
Researchers developed a nanotechnology method to deliver medication through the blood-brain barrier, overcoming its selectivity and expanding therapeutic options for glioblastoma treatment. The technique demonstrated improved tumor shrinkage and survival rates in mice, paving the way for further preclinical studies.
A University of Texas at Dallas researcher aims to accelerate electric vehicle charging times by modifying lithium-ion battery structure to reduce charging time from hours to minutes. The goal is to increase adoption of electric vehicles and reduce carbon dioxide emissions and greenhouse gases.
The University of Texas at Dallas will develop and commercialize new battery technologies, enhance domestic raw material availability, and train workers for the expanding battery industry. The Energy Storage Systems Campus will leverage $200 million in private capital.
The new system allows robots to push objects multiple times until a sequence of images are collected, segmenting all the objects in the sequence. This reduces the potential for mistakes by learning more about each item with its RGB-D camera.
Burn injury survivors face unique challenges, including infection, disfigurement, and disability, which can hinder their reentry into society. Researchers are using geospatial mapping techniques to identify barriers and hotspots for targeted support.
Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas have discovered a previously unknown self-renewal mechanism in kidney cells that allows them to rejuvenate themselves and remain healthy. This process is fundamentally different from other regenerative processes, such as cell division, and enables kidneys to function normally for life.
The latest DESI data release provides a precise 3D map of the universe with high certainty. The data also sheds new light on cosmic acceleration and the nature of gravity at large scales.
Researchers found that similarity with a potential friend, the properties of a potential friend's network, and the potential friend's domain expertise are key drivers behind individuals' online friendship decisions. Having common interests and demographic traits improves the odds of two strangers becoming friends in an online community.
A team of researchers used MRI and audio recordings to demonstrate the association between caregiver speech and infant brain development. Infants who heard more words had slower-developing white matter, but eventually showed better linguistic performance when they began to talk.
Researchers at University of Texas at Dallas and Ohio State University identify quantum geometry as primary mechanism for superconductivity in twisted bilayer graphene. This finding paves way for designing new superconductors that can operate at higher temperatures, transforming industries such as energy transport and maglev trains.
Researchers at UT Dallas have developed novel carbon nanotube yarns called twistrons, which generate electricity when stretched or twisted. The new version has a higher energy conversion efficiency of up to 22.4% for tensile and torsional energy harvesting.
Researchers identified a strong association between beneficial bacteria and estrogen hormone therapy in postmenopausal women. The study found that estrogen may play a role in reducing susceptibility to recurrent UTIs by promoting the growth of good bacteria such as Lactobacilli in the bladder. Conversely, women with recurrent UTIs had ...
Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas have developed a computer-based platform for drug discovery using topological data analysis. The approach allows for virtual screening of thousands of compound candidates, narrowing them down to the most promising ones for laboratory and clinical testing.
A new study in mice suggests that a short-term high-fat diet can induce hyperalgesic priming and allodynia, even in the absence of injury or preexisting conditions like obesity or diabetes. Researchers found that palmitic acid, a type of saturated fatty acid, binds to nerve cells, causing inflammation and mimicking injury to neurons.
A new study by University of Texas at Dallas researchers found that bundling zero-marginal-cost products can lead to increased piracy and loss of profits. In the presence of piracy, mixed bundling is not necessarily a better strategy, and manufacturers should reassess the efficacy of bundling in markets where piracy is a concern.
A longitudinal imaging study found that early risk factors, such as inhibited behavior and blunted ventral striatum activity, are associated with later depression. Inhibited children who showed reduced brain activity in response to rewards were more likely to develop depression in young adulthood.
Dr. Ted Price is leading a $11.3 million NIH multicenter project to elucidate the origins of pain, focusing on human nociceptor and spinal cord molecular signatures. Researchers will study DRG tissue from organ donors to understand how neurons communicate signals along the human pain pathway.
Researchers aim to improve detection and removal of hardware trojans, which can disrupt wireless communication and leak sensitive information. The project is part of a public-private partnership aiming to accelerate the translation of research findings into new technologies.
Researchers have advanced a novel platform to accelerate the harvesting process, solving a key problem in water collection by removing thermal barriers. The design features mushroom-like channels that direct water droplets into collectible containers, allowing for continuous water harvesting anywhere.
The University of Texas at Dallas is receiving a $5 million NSF grant to advance quantum research and education. The grant aims to train the workforce needed for neutral-atom-based quantum information processing, which has immense potential to speed up computation.
Mandated PDMP use in US states reduced opioid prescriptions by 6.1% but led to a 50.1% increase in heroin-related deaths, according to researchers from the University of Texas at Dallas.
Researchers developed an algorithm to improve matching efficiency, considering user preferences and behavior. The new algorithm shows improved results in field experiments, with at least 27% more matches than the current one.
Scientists have discovered a new molecule, ERX-41, that effectively targets and kills cancer cells with elevated endoplasmic reticulum stress. The compound exploits the weakness in cells not previously targeted by other drugs, showing promise for patients with triple-negative breast cancer and other hard-to-treat cancers.
Researchers at UT Dallas developed a method to create unique identifiers for each copy of a cell line, allowing users to verify its authenticity and protect intellectual property. The technology uses CRISPR gene editing to insert bar-codes into the cell's genome, creating a unique pattern that can distinguish it from other cell lines.
A novel contract proposed by UTD researchers could help alleviate key sources of conflict between restaurants and food-delivery platforms. The study found that standard contractual relationships have two key issues: simple revenue sharing and strain on restaurant operations.
Institutional landlords have raised rent prices in neighborhoods where they own properties, but also improved neighborhood quality and safety. However, these improvements come at a cost to affordability, as rents increased by an average of 0.51% in overlapped neighborhoods.
A wearable sensor designed by University of Texas at Dallas bioengineers can detect two key biomarkers of infection in human sweat, enabling early warnings of infections such as COVID-19 and influenza. The sensor uses passive sweat technology and has been shown to identify interferon-gamma-inducible protein (IP-10) and tumor necrosis f...
A UTD professor's study found that men's rudeness toward others, including women, can obscure the recognition of sexism. The study suggests that a perception of gender blindness can lead observers to view the perpetrator as not sexist, even when they are displaying sexist behavior.
Researchers have developed a rapid test for viruses that can deliver results as accurate as PCR tests, with the ability to detect pathogens earlier and save lives. The test uses nanobubbles to bind with proteins on the virus's surface and generate vapor bubbles that signal the presence of a virus.
A decision-support framework was developed by management science researchers to help clinicians make informed decisions about opioid prescribing. The framework incorporates multiple factors, including recovery time, pain intensity, and patient history, to provide a quantitative model of the prescribing process.
A study found that crowdfunding campaigns are most successful when promoted on social media during the first 10 days. The researchers analyzed data from GoFundMe and found that donation patterns follow three phases, with a surge in donations as the goal is approached. However, they also discovered that slacktivism can occur when people...
A UT Dallas team analyzes how pain is generated by nociceptors in human dorsal root ganglia neurons using spatial transcriptomics. This provides neuroscientists with a better understanding of which genes are expressed in DRG neurons, helping to clarify why proposed treatments struggle to produce results in humans.
Researchers from the University of Texas at Dallas have developed a terahertz imager microchip that can create images through obstacles. The technology has potential applications in industries such as manufacturing and automotive, where it could help with packaging inspections and navigating hazardous conditions.
Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas have developed a vaccine method against recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) using metal-organic frameworks. The new approach produces substantially enhanced antibody production and significantly higher survival rates in mice compared to standard vaccine preparation methods.
A UT Dallas-led team of researchers has developed a new technique to deliver medication to the brain by temporarily opening the blood-brain barrier. The method uses light and nanoparticles to pry open tight junctions, allowing medication to reach its target with minimal disruption.