Articles tagged with Research and Development
A stress-related disorder was associated with an increased risk of developing autoimmune disease in a Swedish study involving over 106,000 patients. The study found that individuals with stress-related disorders were more likely to develop conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis.
A KAIST research team developed a low-cost production technology for thin-film blue flexible vertical micro LEDs, achieving three times higher optical power density and longer device lifetime than lateral micro LEDs. This innovation enables the widespread adoption of micro LEDs in mobile and TV displays.
Researchers analyzed historical hurricane scenarios to model potential grid disruptions and identified clusters of businesses and community resources that could be outfitted with microgrids to improve resilience. Microgrids, also known as resilience nodes, enable enhanced adaptation and response to electric grid disruptions.
Researchers from the U.S. Army Research Laboratory and Texas Tech University demonstrated a 30-percent enhancement in TNT detonation velocity by adding novel aluminum nanoparticles. The AIH-coated nanoparticles showed improved reactivity due to their unique morphological feature, leading to enhanced explosive performance.
The new transmitter uses ultrafast 'frequency hopping' and data encryption to protect signals from being intercepted and jammed. This technology could secure medical devices, wearables, vehicles, and smart household technologies, making the internet of things a more secure place.
A physiologically based pharmacokinetic model suggests BUP exposure decreases during pregnancy, requiring dose increases to maintain efficacy. After delivery, a reduction in buprenorphine dose is necessary.
Researchers developed an acoustic belt that uses machine learning techniques to identify complex features and patterns of bowel sounds. The preliminary results showed high accuracy in predicting IBS with sensitivity of 90% and specificity of 92%. This new technology may offer a less-invasive way to diagnose the painful condition.
A new study by Iowa State University researchers found that a tax on medical devices significantly reduced R&D investment, sales revenue, and earnings. The tax, part of the Affordable Care Act, affected operating and marketing costs as well, but firms diversified their customer base and increased global market sales to offset the impact.
The collaboration aims to use clinical insights to fine-tune early device testing, focusing on preclinical support, proof of concept studies, de-risking medical device translation, and rapid prototyping. Tufts CTSI and MIT will provide resources and expertise to research teams to efficiently turn device concepts into testable prototypes.
The NIH summit recommends a precision medicine approach to Alzheimer's treatment and prevention, with a focus on developing interventions tailored to an individual's unique risk profile. The recommendations aim to build a collaborative research ecosystem capable of delivering urgently needed cures for people at all stages of the disease.
Research suggests that younger toddlers benefit more from interactive digital media than traditional TV and videos. Interactive features help children connect screen experiences to real-world interactions. However, not all types of interactivity are beneficial, and individual differences play a significant role in learning outcomes.
The PLOS AMR Channel offers access to the latest research, commentaries, blogs, news, and discussions on antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Key challenges include improving infection prevention, limiting unnecessary antibiotic use, and using existing antibiotics appropriately.
The University of Texas at San Antonio's RISE program will support eight undergraduate and 20 Ph.D. students with research experience, training, and financial support. The five-year grant aims to diversify doctoral programs and increase opportunities for underrepresented students.
Researchers at UBC's Okanagan campus have developed a new method to measure phytocannabinoids, leading to faster, safer and more accurate information for producers and regulators. The new method can test for over 100 phytocannabinoid variants in under 7 minutes.
The Estée Lauder Companies presents research on autophagy's role in skin aging, as well as the impact of ozone pollution and blue light on skin cells. This study reveals that exposure to blue light at night can disrupt circadian rhythm and accelerate skin aging.
A new camera system is tracking Antarctic penguin breeding and population dynamics, providing a low-cost window into the health of the ecosystem. The network includes 51 cameras across Antarctica's Peninsula and Islands, monitoring three species of penguins with high accuracy.
Researchers discuss traditional Chinese medicine approaches for cardiovascular disease, including acupuncture, moxibustion, Qigong, and Tai Chi. They highlight the need for modern TCM research into active ingredients and their applications.
Novices organize mental models based on natural language connections, while journeymen rely on procedural connections. Expert mental models display abstract connections and subnetworks as they gain expertise. This study has potential applications for training programs and game design.
New research from the University of Notre Dame shows that firms can protect their intellectual property by operating regionally through downstream commercialization activities. This approach helps substitute weak country-level protection with complementary assets offered at the regional level, creating barriers to imitation for competi...
Research suggests that the volume of carbohydrates, proteins, and calories consumed by very low birthweight preemies significantly contributes to increased brain volume and white matter development. However, specific nutritional approaches to support these infants' developing brains require further investigation.
A new state-by-state analysis reveals US government investment in global health research and development generates considerable economic benefits, creating jobs and injecting millions of dollars into local economies. The study also highlights the dangers of ignoring neglected diseases in an increasingly interconnected world.
Researchers have discovered that formate supplementation can prevent most neural tube defects in mice that are resistant to folic acid treatment. The study found that disrupting formate synthesis was linked to the development of these defects, and that providing pregnant mice with extra formate could prevent them. These findings offer ...
A Northwestern University research team has developed a new semiconductor device that can detect gamma rays and identify radioactive isotopes at room temperature. The device, made of cesium lead bromide, offers high spectral resolution and can be scaled up for widespread use in biomedical imaging, astronomy, and spectroscopy.
The UNC-Chapel Hill-led Clinical and Translational Science Award Program will broaden its reach across North Carolina by continuing its alliance with RTI International and NC A&T State University and adding a formal partnership with North Carolina State University. The grant will support the advancement of clinical and translational re...
Researchers from Dartmouth College introduced two smartwatch innovations, WrisText and Jetto, designed to enhance the overall user experience. WrisText enables one-handed text entry using wrist gestures, while Jetto provides immersive interaction through lateral force feedback, blurring the lines between physical and virtual worlds.
A four-year grant will support the Program on Water, Health & Development (WHD) in Burkina Faso, Ghana, Mali, Niger, Ethiopia and Uganda. WHD aims to develop concrete plans for expanding water services to all residents within a target district, guided by the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
The American College of Physicians is calling for a revised approach to performance measurement, citing 32 valid and 30 invalid measures in Medicare's MIPS program. The ACP analyzed 86 performance measures and found that many were inadequately specified, leading to misclassification of high-quality care as low-quality care.
Researchers at KAIST have developed a technology to increase the stability of amine-containing adsorbents by fifty times. This advancement brings solid carbon dioxide adsorbents closer to commercialization and paves the way for efficient capture of greenhouse gases.
The U.S. Army Research Laboratory has developed an artificial intelligence technique that produces a visible face image from thermal images captured in low-light conditions. The technology leverages advanced domain adaptation techniques to enhance discriminability and recognition accuracy.
Research shows high-quality clone apps negatively affect original app downloads, while low-quality ones positively impact sales as they advertise the original, but with no significant competition.
A KAIST team created a technology to print heat patterns on a micron scale for controlling biological activities remotely. They achieved this by integrating precision inkjet printing with bio-functional thermo-plasmonic nanoparticles.
Seven OU graduate students earned one-year fellowships to conduct research in aeroecology and environmental sustainability. The program aims to train interdisciplinary STEM leaders with effective research skills.
Researchers have developed a polymer-based material that stiffens and changes color, mimicking the dynamic properties of skin. The material combines rigid-while-flexible and soft-while-stiff properties, shifting towards blue or red colors when elongated or condensed.
Researchers captured microglia nibbling on brain synapses for the first time, showing they help synapses grow and rearrange. The findings suggest that microglia may actually strengthen synapses rather than weaken them.
Researchers at Tufts University developed miniaturized sensors that can detect nutrients, chemicals and physiological states, offering a non-invasive way to monitor dietary intake. The sensors, with a footprint of 2mm x 2mm, transmit data wirelessly in response to radiofrequency signals.
The EPA has shifted focus to high-throughput computational models to quickly identify chemicals that require more scrutiny, following a slow start in its previous approach. Researchers have made significant progress, including the development of estrogen and androgen receptor models.
A team of researchers has developed an open-source, clinically validated template for a 3D printed stethoscope that can be created using recycled plastic and costs less than $3 to produce. The device has been shown to have the same acoustic quality as premium brand stethoscopes.
Cass Sunstein has made significant contributions to research in constitutional law, democratic theory, and behavioral economics. He was awarded the Holberg Prize for his work, which has had a far-reaching impact on public policy. Meanwhile, Norwegian political scientist Francesca R. Jensenius received the Nils Klim Prize for her outsta...
A recent study by University of Delaware professors found that while interventions for stigma-based bullying have increased, their implementation and evaluation need improvement. The researchers suggest increasing the capacity of school health professionals to address LGBTQ bullying and developing strategies to reduce stereotypes and p...
Researchers at Bar-Ilan University develop Nano-Drops, a technology that corrects refractive errors by modifying the corneal refractive index. The treatment involves laser stamping onto the cornea to create tiny spots for nanoparticles to enhance optical power.
A new study has developed an automated approach to select and seed teams for the NCAA March Madness basketball tournaments, providing an objective and unbiased starting point. The algorithm achieved high accuracy rates, matching 24 of 38 top teams in seeding and 89.6% being within two seeds of committee rankings.
Researchers at University of Plymouth are developing robots to work alongside farmers in Cornwall, ensuring availability gaps are filled and reducing manual labor costs. The 'ABC project' aims to create small, mobile machines that can perform tasks like harvesting, weeding, and pesticide application with increased efficiency and accuracy.
A new startup, Borês Technologies, is working on low-power-consumption electronics that will enable the haptic revolution in mobile technologies. The technology has the potential to change the way people interact with their electronic devices and with each other remotely.
Researchers developed a new approach that uses a single PET scan to assess PD-L1 positive tumors, enabling personalized cancer treatment. The study demonstrates the feasibility of this non-invasive method, which may help guide treatment decisions and assess treatment response.
Researchers at KAIST developed a hybrid energy storage device that can be charged in less than half a minute using aqueous electrolytes and graphene. The device facilitates rapid charging and high energy density, making it suitable for portable electronic devices.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute will collaborate with private sector companies and local transportation agencies to develop changes in freight demand patterns and reduce energy use. The project aims to test new ideas, collect data, and inform research on energy-efficient transportation technologies and systems.
The Rosalind Franklin Institute is investing £1.55m in a unique electron microscope that will allow researchers to visualize structures at near atomic scale in time and space. This technology will enable the development of new treatments for diseases such as cancer, malaria, and Alzheimer's.
The Russian National Technological Initiative aims to intensify heat transfer using nanomodified composite materials and nanostructures, aiming to remove high-density heat fluxes at low temperature differences.
The Estée Lauder Companies presents research on new anti-aging compounds, including hydroxypinacolone retinoate (HPR) that improves skin appearance without irritation. Caffeine enhances epidermal hydration by increasing the transepithelial electric potential and electro-osmosis.
Researchers at Osaka University have developed a nonlinear optical crystal chip combining THz waves with microfluidic devices, enabling sensitive detection of low concentrations in small volumes. The technique has great potential for early disease detection and non-destructive analysis of living cells.
Researchers at the University of Southern Denmark have developed a new method to rapidly transform the soft body of jellyfish into a crunchy treat. The technique, which uses ethanol, produces crispy jellyfish chips that could be of potential gastronomic interest.
Researchers create conditions to test theoretical nuclear effect, capturing excited nuclei and gamma rays for the first time. This advance may improve understanding of star formation and creation of star elements.
The new CU Boulder e-skin has sensors embedded to measure pressure, temperature, humidity and air flow. It can be easily conformed to curved surfaces and is fully recyclable at room temperature, making it a valuable material for diverse medical, scientific and engineering fields.
The new microscope developed by SFU researchers allows for the study of molecular interactions under high forces and fast spinning speeds, revealing new insights into collagen stability. This breakthrough has significant implications for developing better treatments to prevent collagen degradation.
Researchers at Cornell University developed a novel analytical technique to visualize polymer chain growth in real-time. By combining magnetic tweezers, optical microscopy, and spectroscopic techniques, they discovered that individual polymer chains undergo consecutive wait-and-jump steps.
A team of UMass Lowell researchers has developed sensing fabrics with optical fibers and sensors to monitor structural health and integrity of vital infrastructures. These fabrics can detect cracks and strain early on, minimizing maintenance costs and environmental impacts.
A study by the University of Waterloo found that mixed-use developments in Toronto neighbourhoods led to increased costs and reduced social diversity, disproportionately affecting low-income groups. The study suggests that good policy, such as inclusionary zoning and affordable housing trusts, is needed to address these issues.
Researchers developed a novel probabilistic approach to mine big data, enabling the creation of an 'Optimal Information Network' (OIN) for assessing health outcomes in U.S. cities. The OIN identified poor and favorable health metrics, with some cities showing high variability over time.
The proposed integrated Materials Acceleration Platforms (MAPs) could cut the average time for developing a useful new material from 20 years down to one or two years. The report recommends six key areas to create these platforms, including self-driving laboratories, AI for materials discovery, and modular materials robotics.
The partnership between Rothamsted Research and Timac Agro UK aims to develop practical solutions for farmers through research, development, and real-life improvements. By investing in research and people, the collaboration seeks to create a flexible industry that provides innovative solutions for agriculture.