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Big data begins to crack the cold case of endometriosis

A study using anonymized patient records from UC health centers found over 600 correlations between endometriosis and other conditions, including infertility, autoimmune disease, and certain cancers. The research supports the growing understanding of endometriosis as a multi-system disorder.

SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalCell Reports Medicine·DateJul 31, 2025

Do these two cancer drugs have what it takes to beat Alzheimer’s?

A combination of two approved cancer medications may slow or reverse Alzheimer's symptoms by reversing gene expression changes in neurons and brain cells. Researchers analyzed public data from deceased donors and found a link between these drugs and reduced risk of developing the disease.

SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalCell·DateJul 21, 2025

Taking the fear out of quantum physics

A national pilot program led by UTA faculty is helping take the mystery out of quantum physics for students and educators. The program, Quantum for All, provides hands-on curriculum and classroom strategies to equip high school science teachers with the tools they need to teach quantum science.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·DateJun 26, 2025
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

Computational trick enables better understanding of exotic state of matter

A team of researchers has successfully described warm dense matter, a state of matter combining solid, liquid, and gaseous phases, using a new computational method. This breakthrough advances laser fusion research and helps in the synthesis of new high-tech materials.

SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 25, 2025

Boson sampling finds first practical applications in quantum AI

Researchers from OIST develop new quantum AI method for image recognition based on boson sampling, achieving highly accurate results without complex training. The approach uses a linear optical network and preserves information, outperforming classical methods in various datasets.

SourceOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University·JournalOptica Quantum·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 24, 2025

Robots made of linked particle chains

Researchers at Harvard developed link-bots, centimeter-scale robots composed of V-shaped chains with notched links, capable of coordinated movements and emergent collective behavior. The team demonstrated link-bots' ability to move forward, stop, change direction, squeeze through gaps, and cooperate on tasks.

SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 9, 2025
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.

PolyU scholar honored with the Hong Kong Engineering Science and Technology Award for contributions to Web3 and digital economy

Prof. AU Man Ho Allen has been recognized with the prestigious Hong Kong Engineering Science and Technology (HKEST) Award 2024-25 for his outstanding contributions to the Web3 ecosystem and the digital economy. His research focuses on developing practical, secure, and privacy-preserving cryptographic solutions.

SourceThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University·DateJun 4, 2025

Quantum Science Center summer school draws record attendance

The fifth annual Quantum Science Center Summer School at Purdue University welcomed its largest group of students, with a focus on introductory presentations and technical talks. Graduate students and doctoral candidates led the program, which covered topics such as quantum materials, devices, and algorithms.

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·DateMay 23, 2025

Controlling quantum motion and hyper-entanglement

Researchers at Caltech successfully controlled the motion of individual atoms, encoding quantum information, and demonstrated hyper-entanglement in massive particles. This experiment could lead to advancements in quantum computation and precision clocks.

SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalScience·DateMay 22, 2025
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

Exposome Moonshot launching in Washington D.C.

The Human Exposome is a global scientific effort to understand the environmental factors that underpin disease and health. The Exposome Moonshot Forum aims to chart this exposome, providing usable metrics and data points for targeted public health interventions.

SourceExposome Moonshot·DateMay 12, 2025

Skia: Shedding light on shadow branches

Skia identifies and decodes shadow branches, storing them in a memory area to alleviate bottlenecks and improve throughput. The technique can lead to quicker performance and less power consumption for data centers.

SourceTexas A&M University·DateMay 9, 2025

Scientists discover pioneering technique to accelerate accurate quantum measurements

Researchers at the University of Bristol have discovered a novel way to accelerate accurate quantum measurements by trading space for time using additional qubits. This method enables faster and more confident measurements without sacrificing accuracy, with potential applications in leading quantum hardware platforms.

SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 17, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Novel machine learning model can predict material failure before it happens

A Lehigh University team developed a novel machine learning method to predict abnormal grain growth in materials, enabling the creation of stronger, more reliable materials. The model successfully predicted abnormal grain growth in 86% of cases, with predictions made up to 20% of the material's lifetime.

SourceLehigh University·Journalnpj Computational Materials·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 16, 2025

Rolling particles make suspensions more fluid

Researchers at ETH Zurich developed a method to measure frictional forces between single particles in suspensions. By understanding these microscopic interactions, they can optimize suspension flow characteristics and prevent dramatic thickening.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 10, 2025

Researchers demonstrate quantum computing's abilities in chemistry

Cleveland Clinic researchers successfully tested quantum computing's ability to simulate proton affinity, a fundamental chemical process critical to life. The study used machine learning applications on quantum hardware, achieving higher accuracy than classical computing in predicting proton affinity.

SourceCleveland Clinic·JournalJournal of Chemical Theory and Computation·DateApr 2, 2025

Humans as hardware: computing with biological tissue

A team of researchers from Osaka University has demonstrated that human tissue can be used to solve complex equations and process information, outperforming traditional computing methods. This breakthrough uses the concept of reservoir computing, where data is input into a complex 'reservoir' that encodes rich patterns.

SourceOsaka University·JournalIEEE Access·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 26, 2025
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Program’s expansion boosts student research opportunities

UTA's expansion of its undergraduate research program has enabled students to present their work at major symposiums, including the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics conference. The program has strengthened students' commitment to pursuing graduate studies in various fields.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·DateFeb 26, 2025

Topological quantum processor marks breakthrough in computing

A Microsoft team led by UC Santa Barbara physicists has developed an eight-qubit topological quantum processor, opening the door to a more stable and robust quantum computer. The chip utilizes Majorana zero modes for error correction, promising a fault-tolerant system.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalNature·DateFeb 20, 2025
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

Can AI be governed by an ‘equity by design’ framework?

The 'equity by design' framework proposed by Daryl Lim aims to maximize AI benefits while minimizing harm, particularly for underrepresented individuals. The approach embeds equity principles throughout the AI lifecycle, addressing biases and increasing inequality.

SourcePenn State·DateJan 30, 2025

Researchers create AI tool capable of generating realistic satellite images of future floods

A new study by the University of Granada's DaSCI institute uses deep generative vision models to create highly realistic satellite images of future climate-related events. The model outperforms pure deep learning and manual solutions, reducing prediction errors and improving image reliability.

SourceUniversity of Granada·JournalIEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 20, 2025

NTU and NUS spin-off cutting-edge quantum control technology

The new startup, AQSolotl, has developed a quantum controller that enables users to control quantum computers easily using laptops and desktops. The technology, developed by NTU and NUS researchers, is designed to be scalable, adaptable, and cost-efficient.

SourceNanyang Technological University·DateDec 26, 2024
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.

UCSB materials scientist Chris Van de Walle receives top computational physics award from the American Physical Society

Chris Van de Walle, a distinguished professor at UCSB, has been awarded the American Physical Society's 2025 Aneesur Rahman Prize for Computational Physics. He was recognized for his development and application of first-principles methods to compute structural, electronic, and optoelectronic properties of point defects and interfaces.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·DateOct 29, 2024
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

Researchers flip genes on and off with AI-designed DNA switches

Scientists have developed a new method using artificial intelligence to design thousands of DNA switches that can activate or repress genes in specific cell types. This approach could revolutionize gene therapy and biotechnology by allowing precise control over gene expression in the body.

SourceJackson Laboratory·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 23, 2024

Kate Petersen Mace selected as High Performance Data Facility Project Director

The U.S. Department of Energy has selected Kate Petersen Mace as the project director for the High Performance Data Facility (HPDF), a first-of-its-kind project providing resources for data-intensive science. Mace will lead the team in developing transformational capabilities to serve the DOE community.

SourceDOE/Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility·TypeNews article·DateOct 1, 2024

The gender gap in physics has been stable for more than a century. Here’s why

A study reveals that the gender gap in physics has remained stable for over a century due to established scientists' adoption patterns and network inclusion. The gap can be closed by adjusting parameters, but interventions such as funding and promotion opportunities are more challenging.

SourceComplexity Science Hub·JournalCommunications Physics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 24, 2024

“Draw me a cell”: Generative AI takes on clinical predictions in cancer

A new AI model generates detailed images of cancer tissue that imitate what its staining would look like, reducing the need for resource-intensive lab analyses. The VirtualMultiplexer uses contrastive unpaired translation to create accurate virtual pictures of diagnostic tissue colorations.

SourceUniversity of Lausanne·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 9, 2024
GoPro HERO13 Black

GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.

Artificial intelligence improves lung cancer diagnosis

A new AI-based digital platform has been developed to analyze tissue sections from lung cancer patients, making diagnosis faster and more accurate. The platform uses algorithms that enable fully automated analysis of digitized tissue samples, allowing for personalized therapy based on molecularly specific genetic changes.

SourceUniversity of Cologne·JournalCell Reports Medicine·TypeImaging analysis·DateAug 23, 2024

Researchers shed light on how to make photopolymerization much more efficient

Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology have developed a novel strategy to increase the efficiency of photopolymerization reactions by leveraging dynamic UV lighting. This technique produces heavier polymer chains with reduced energy consumption, offering potential for sustainable industrial processes and polymeric materials.

SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalMacromolecules·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 19, 2024

Are birds flying atoms?

A new study by an international team, including MIT and CNRS, observed that similarities exist between the behavior of birds in flight and physical systems. The research suggests that the transition from disorder to coordination is not as different between particles and biological elements as previously thought.

SourceSissa Medialab·JournalJournal of Statistical Mechanics Theory and Experiment·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 8, 2024
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition is a durable star atlas for planning sessions, identifying targets, and teaching celestial navigation.

Scientists get to the bottom of COVID's worst pediatric complication

Researchers found that children's immune systems attacked their own tissues after latching onto a coronavirus protein resembling one found in multiple organs. Early intervention was crucial to prevent death in these cases, and the study has implications for understanding other autoimmune diseases.

SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalNature·DateAug 7, 2024

New open-source platform for high-resolution spatial transcriptomics

A new open-source platform, Nova-ST, is transforming gene expression profiling in tissue samples by offering affordable and high-resolution spatial analysis. This approach allows scientists to map gene expression across a tissue section with a spatial context, enabling the study of complex biological processes.

SourceVlaams Instituut voor Biotechnologie·JournalCell Reports Methods·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 6, 2024

A deep dive into polyimides for high-frequency wireless telecommunications

Researchers measured dielectric properties of 11 polyimides to establish correlation between molecular structure and dielectric behavior. The study revealed that higher fluorine content resulted in lower dielectric constant values, enabling potential applications for 6G technologies.

SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalApplied Physics Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 26, 2024
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

Neuromorphic optical encryption to enhance information security

A groundbreaking approach inspired by bio-inspired neuromorphic imaging and speckle correlography has unveiled a revolutionary technique for optical image encryption. This method leverages computational neuromorphic imaging to encrypt images into event-stream ciphertexts, significantly enhancing security and complexity.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics Nexus·DateJul 24, 2024

When it comes to butterflies, people prefer pretty ones. That’s a problem for scientists.

A new study reveals that data on popular community science platforms is biased towards easily identifiable and attractive species. Researchers found that iNaturalist's reliance on photos creates a personal bias, underreporting certain species and overreporting others.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalFrontiers in Ecology and the Environment·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 23, 2024
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

USC scientists use AI to predict a wildfire’s next move

Researchers at USC developed a new method to accurately predict wildfire spread using satellite data and artificial intelligence. The model offers a potential breakthrough in wildfire management and emergency response, providing more precise and timely data for firefighters and evacuation teams battling wildfires.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalArtificial Intelligence for the Earth Systems·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 22, 2024

Researchers create new template of the human brain

Researchers created a new cortical surface template called 'OpenNeuro Average' that provides greater accuracy and efficiency in analyzing neuroimaging data. The template is based on the geometric shape of the brain and can be used for studies on cognition, clinical neuroscience, autism, and neurodegenerative diseases.

SourceDartmouth College·JournalNature Methods·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 16, 2024
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.

Unprecedented warming threatens earth’s lakes and their ecosystems

A recent study predicts that lakes worldwide will experience unprecedented surface and subsurface warming, leading to severe disruptions in ecosystems. Tropical lakes are expected to be the first to emerge from natural temperature bounds, while high-latitude lakes may shield their subsurface layers from surface warming.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Geoscience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 12, 2024

Researchers customize AI tools for digital pathology

Scientists developed customized AI tools, including ChatGPT, to provide accurate responses on digital pathology. The tools help pathologists without extensive coding experience analyze tissue samples, bridging the gap between pathology and digital pathology skills.

SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·JournalThe Lancet Digital Health·DateJul 10, 2024
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.

A vast viral world in wastewater

A deep metagenomic sequencing study in Berlin wastewater reveals common viruses like RSV and flu, seasonal visitors like asparagus-infecting viruses, and astroviruses with potential for gastrointestinal tract infections. The analysis also identifies novel enzymes with biotechnological potential, expanding our knowledge of viral diversity.

SourceMax Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association·JournalEnvironment International·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 8, 2024

Measuring body language

A team of researchers developed EMOKINE software to measure the objective kinematic features of movements that express emotions. The software provides movement parameters from data sets at the touch of a button, allowing scientists to analyze emotional expression and intentions.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalBehavior Research Methods·DateJul 3, 2024

New imaging technique uses Earth’s warped surface to reveal rocky interior

A new imaging technique allows scientists to visualize the Earth's rocky interior using GPS data, revealing details about the planet's crust and mantle. This method has the potential to improve earthquake predictions by combining it with other techniques.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalScience Advances·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 1, 2024
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

New computational model of real neurons could lead to better AI

A new model developed by Flatiron Institute researchers proposes that individual neurons exert more control over their surroundings, which could be replicated in artificial neural networks. This updated model treats neurons as tiny 'controllers' and may lead to better AI performance and efficiency.

SourceSimons Foundation·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 24, 2024

3D maps of diseased tissues at subcellular precision

A platform called Open-ST enables scientists to reconstruct gene expression in cells within a tissue in three dimensions, capturing molecular and (sub)cellular structures. The platform was used to study cell types at subcellular resolution in tissues from mice brains, tumor tissue, and healthy lymph nodes, providing insights into cance...

SourceMax Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association·JournalCell·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 24, 2024

New research shows why you don’t need to be perfect to get the job done

A new study found that animals use a wide range of strategies to accomplish tasks, many of which are just as effective as the optimal solution but require less brain power. The research provides a theoretical framework for understanding these 'good enough' strategies and their potential applications in animal behavior.

SourceHoward Hughes Medical Institute·JournalScience Advances·DateJun 24, 2024