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How to find marker genes in cell clusters

A new statistical method called Association Plot facilitates the determination and analysis of marker genes in single-cell data. This allows researchers to trace back RNA molecules to their cell of origin, providing insights into cell-type specific genes.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalJournal of Molecular Biology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 6, 2022

Exploring globular clusters with the lens of asteroseismology

Asteroseismology helps determine mass, age, and features of stars in globular clusters, such as M4. A sample of 37 stars was analyzed, with most being red giants and others horizontal branch stars. The study provides an asteroseismic characterization of the stellar populations, shedding light on their origins and chemical characteristics.

SourceUniversità di Bologna·JournalAstronomy and Astrophysics·DateJun 22, 2022

How humans evolved to get along (to extent that we do)

A new study on bonobo social structure may hold clues to understanding human cooperation. Researchers found four neighboring groups of bonobos maintaining exclusive and stable borders, showing they interact regularly and peacefully with each other.

SourceHarvard University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 22, 2022

Anti-Asian hate tweets during COVID-19

A University of Utah-led study found a surge in anti-Asian hate language on Twitter between January and March 2020, with clusters of hateful tweets spreading across the US. The researchers identified 15 geographic regions where anti-Asian hate was statistically higher than expected.

SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalAmerican Journal of Public Health·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 31, 2022

New metric more accurately evaluates physician performance

A new approach for measuring physician adherence to best practices has been developed, taking into consideration patient characteristics and physician training background. The study found that pulmonary and critical care medicine training was associated with higher recognition of ARDS, a form of lung failure.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalBMC Medical Research Methodology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 5, 2022

Classification of 16 adult sleep patterns based on large-scale sleep analysis

Researchers developed an algorithm to classify 16 distinct adult sleep patterns based on arm acceleration data from 100,000 UK Biobank participants. These patterns can be used to diagnose insomnia and develop personalized treatment methods, offering new insights into human sleep behavior.

SourceJapan Science and Technology Agency·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 31, 2022

New method gives rapid, objective insight into how cells are changed by disease

A new 'image analysis pipeline' called TDAExplore gives scientists rapid insight into how cells are changed by disease, using a combination of microscopy, topology, and artificial intelligence. This approach can provide objective information on cell changes, such as the movement of proteins like actin, even with limited training data.