Research on making sense of scientific and medical data. Covers AI error-correction, single-cell search engines, optical computing, and measurement reliability.
A study of 10,498 11-year-olds in the UK found that nearly 14% had drunk more than a few sips, with factors such as friends' drinking and mothers' behavior strongly associated. Positive perceptions of alcohol and lack of parental supervision also linked to increased odds of drinking.
A USU engineering researcher is developing new data analysis tools to help close the gap in urban water use behavior measurement and management. With a $507,000 NSF grant, Dr. Jeff Horsburgh aims to create useful information products for water managers using smart meter data.
Takotsubo syndrome, also known as broken heart syndrome, can be triggered by both sad and happy emotional events. Researchers found that 20 patients developed the condition after a happy event, while 465 had occurred after sad and stressful events.
A new study assesses genome-sequencing technologies and finds medically significant regions prone to systematic errors. The researchers call for methods to benchmark performance in all sequenced regions, essential for accurate diagnosis and prevention of false positives and negatives.
A Baylor University study found that people with an inner sense of attachment to God are more emotionally committed to their workplace and satisfied with their jobs. This attachment is linked to higher levels of job commitment, satisfaction, lower absenteeism, and conflict, as well as stronger coping skills.
The UT Health Science Center at San Antonio's UltraScan software helped confirm the structure of a protein complex that enables viral infection, as reported in a recent Nature publication. The technology utilizes advanced coding and analytical ultracentrifugation to deliver sophisticated biological metrics.
A new software called EaSeq enables biomedical researchers to study and test hypotheses using their own data in a matter of hours. This analytical tool improves the analysis of ChIP sequencing data, which holds potential for clinical applications.
A new study from French Polynesia found a link between Zika virus infection and Guillain-Barré syndrome, a severe neurological disorder. The study analyzed 42 patients diagnosed with GBS during the Zika outbreak and found that most had symptoms of Zika virus infection before developing neurological symptoms.
Research identifies distinct geographical patterns of fatal unintentional firearm injuries in seven Appalachian states with lax child access laws. Five Western coastal states show high rates of 'legal intervention' deaths due to police actions or officer fatalities.
The International Terrestrial Reference Frame (ITRF) has been updated by NASA, enabling more detailed studies of global changes in Earth's ocean, ice sheets, land, and atmosphere. Four measurement techniques, including Satellite Laser Ranging and GNSS, contribute to the reference frame.
A new study combines two methods for estimating future sea-level rise, yielding a more robust risk range of 50-130 centimeters by 2100. The research provides critical information for coastal planners, who can use the tool to assess adaptation strategies and design flood insurance schemes.
A recent study by the University of Edinburgh found that couples' shared lifestyle habits, including diet and exercise, have a greater influence on obesity risk than their individual upbringings. By middle age, these shared choices can significantly impact weight management and reduce obesity risk.
Researchers found significant balancing behavior across product categories and consumer health segments. Consumers made tradeoffs on healthy/unhealthy mixes based on priorities, contradicting stated behaviors. Retailers can use this research to promote healthier foods through targeted marketing strategies.
A study by University of Stirling researchers found that older, experienced mothers have a strong effect on their daughters' reproduction and the survival of their grandchildren. The research revealed that having a grandma can provide essential care, leading to higher reproductive rates and longer lifespans among females.
A study of BMI trends in England from 1992 to 2013 found that median BMI is not increasing as much as thought, but the top end of the scale is experiencing significant increases across all social groups and sexes. Researchers highlight the growing issue of obesity among the most obese individuals, costing billions to the NHS annually.
Research suggests that stroke patients with rapid symptom improvement before hospital arrival may not have better recoveries than others. Despite this, a significant percentage of these patients still require therapy to dissolve blood clots.
A new study identified distinct patient diagnoses and emergency department usage patterns linked to high risk of ED readmission. The researchers used electronic healthcare records data from over one million patients to build predictive models for risk of 72-hour ED readmission.
Scientists at NTU have developed a small smart chip that can wirelessly transmit brain signals from neural implants, increasing efficiency and reducing the risk of infections. The chip analyzes and decodes thousands of signals with high accuracy, enabling compact medical wearable devices and prosthetic limb control.
Researchers at UCR have developed a new way to process GPS data, enabling centimeter-level accuracy in navigation systems. This technology will improve location services accessed through mobile phones and wearable technologies, while also supporting emerging applications like autonomous vehicles and precision farming.
NASA analyzed satellite data measuring heavy precipitation in southern Florida, California, and across the Great Plains from late January to early February. The IMERG mission estimated over 200mm of precipitation in some areas, with powerful winds bringing down trees and power lines.
Researchers at MIT have developed a new chip called Eyeriss that can enable mobile devices to run powerful artificial-intelligence algorithms locally. This could improve performance, reduce latency and allow for more efficient processing of data without relying on Wi-Fi connections.
A study found that gentoo chick aggregations help individual chicks save energy during wet, cold conditions, but differ between colonies, suggesting a colony-specific behavior.
A study of rhinoceros bones reveals a significant increase in osteopathology as new species evolved, from 28% to 65-80%. The black rhino showed 50% fewer osteopathologies than derived extinct taxa, suggesting that long-term bone health may have been compromised by adaptations for increased mass and activity.
Researchers developed a low-power chip that can process 3-D camera data and guide the visually impaired through wearable devices. The chip, about one-thousandth as powerful as conventional processors, enables a prototype navigation system that conveys distance information to users.
A study analyzing billing data found that nearly 29% of patients undergoing colonoscopy had a pre-procedure office visit, resulting in increased healthcare costs. Office visits were more common among patients with higher Charlson Comorbidity Index scores and were associated with a diagnosis of screening or preoperative evaluation.
Big data analytics is revolutionizing healthcare by developing predictive models for disease onset, such as type 2 diabetes, and providing personalized insights through wearable devices. The new approaches aim to improve diagnosis accuracy and patient outcomes.
A team of biophysicists from the Niels Bohr Institute has formulated a mathematical model called Lotka-Volterra to assess an ecosystem's balance and predict the impact of invasive species. This formula calculates mutual influence, crucial for sustainable coexistence, and can also forecast extinction due to native animal removal.
The Mid-Atlantic Regional Council on the Ocean has released a set of analytical data products that will improve the scientific basis for regional ocean decision-making. The data, which include information on marine animal distribution, human use patterns, and ocean features, will help stakeholders make informed management decisions.
Researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev have discovered six botnets, which are networks of malicious code that can carry out powerful cyber attacks and spread viruses. The team used advanced algorithms to identify the botnets and traced their administrators.
A study published in JAMA Dermatology found that women younger than 40 who were diagnosed with melanoma had initiated indoor tanning at an earlier age and reported more frequent tanning. The study suggests that indoor tanning is a significant risk factor for developing melanoma, especially among young women.
A Canadian researcher from Concordia University used mobile technology to map the public transit system in Ghana's capital, Accra. The study found 'ghost routes' that were claimed by drivers but not in use, revealing a clearer sense of actual trotro services.
A study examines the safety of propranolol therapy in infants with vascular tumors, finding severe respiratory and cardiac disorders are rare but significant. The treatment has been shown to induce regression, but caution is advised due to potential risks.
The GenomeSpace platform enables biologist-friendly genomic data analysis by connecting over 20 bioinformatics software packages. It provides 'recipes' - step-by-step workflows - to help non-programming researchers interpret their genomic data, including tools for gene expression and protein interaction analysis.
A study of African elephants found that mothers and grandmothers provide significant reproductive and survival benefits to their daughters and grandchildren. Grandmothers' social knowledge and environmental conditions significantly impact calf survival, while early birth years and maternal age also play a role in determining reproducti...
A study by Professor Mark Elgar at the University of Melbourne found that older athletes were more likely to be selected as team captains in elite-level sports. The research revealed a significant impact on team discipline, with teams led by older captains receiving fewer penalties per game.
A team of researchers has discovered living fossils, rare corals, and diverse ecosystems in the deep waters of the Coral Sea. The expedition found golden corals, precious red coral, glass sponges, and ancient species like the chambered nautilus.
A research team from the University of Tsukuba found that the S-stroke is more efficient for middle and long distance swimming due to its ability to generate propulsive power with less physical exertion. In contrast, the I-stroke is better suited for short distances where speed over efficiency is prioritized.
CyVerse rebranded from iPlant Collaborative to emphasize its expanded mission across all life sciences. The platform provides data management and computation services for various scientific disciplines.
Experts recommend that researchers share their data and findings freely during public health crises, citing benefits of faster solutions to healthcare crises and advances in scientific collaboration. This shift towards data stewardship could simplify information sharing mechanisms and lead to greater transparency.
The Chang'e-3 mission provided 'ground truth' for lunar volcanism, with basalts found to be unlike those returned by Apollo and Luna missions. The findings suggest the Moon's upper mantle is composed of diverse minerals, providing clues to its formation and evolution.
Recent studies show a connection between the Earth's tilt and the movement of the Intertropical Convergence Zone, the world's heaviest rainbelt. This new information enables climate scientists to better predict extreme weather events and has implications for global climate and sustainable human socioeconomic development.
Studies found that patients with delayed breast cancer surgery and chemotherapy had poorer overall and disease-specific survival rates. A delay of up to 90 days in receiving chemotherapy was associated with no adverse outcomes, but prolonged delays led to increased risks of death from the disease.
The first international patient registry for primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) has been launched, aiming to collect data on the disease's effects, treatment options and progression. The registry will help advance understanding of PCD, improve diagnosis and treatment, and facilitate access to clinical trials.
A new model has been developed to track animal movements using solar geolocators, providing more precise locations and behavioral data for migratory species. The FLightR R package enables accurate estimates of migration routes with increased precision than traditional methods.
Researchers identified a highly magnetized, gas-filled region of space as the source of a Fast Radio Burst (FRB), significantly narrowing down its environment and type of event. The discovery provides crucial constraints on understanding these mysterious events.
The study found that global bicycle ownership has declined from 60% to 32% over the past three decades, with significant variations across regions. The data highlights the need for policy makers to develop targeted strategies to boost cycling as a sustainable mode of transport.
New research from Duke University's Sanford School of Public Policy found that income-based school assignment policies in Wake County increased segregation, but those in other large North Carolina districts experienced less diversity and declining test scores for black students.
A new algorithm combines apparent motion of obstacles with a target direction to avoid collisions, resulting in the formation of common routes. This approach is inspired by insects' navigation and can be used for autonomous robots navigating complex environments.
A study by psychologists at the University of York analyzed anonymized data from League of Legends to find correlations between user names and in-game behavior. Positive usernames were linked to positive personality traits, while anti-social expressions correlated with similar behavior. Age was also indicated by numbers in user names.
Adults with short stature receive fewer lung transplants, have higher death and respiratory failure rates while waiting, report says. Researchers call for height to be taken into account when allocating donor organs to address disparity.
According to a study published in JAMA Pediatrics, children with Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) were more likely to receive preventive medical and dental care compared to those with private insurance. The study analyzed data from over 80,000 children and found that 88% of Medicaid- and CHIP-covered kids had...
A study published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience found significant increases in functional connectivity in localized brain networks when subjects viewed art they considered aesthetically pleasing. The research team collected data from over 400 people, including men and women of different ages, using EEG headsets.
A study by University of Kansas researchers reveals a major Greenland glacier is losing ice rapidly, contributing to increased global sea levels. The Zachariæ Isstrøm glacier holds enough water to trigger a half-meter rise in ocean levels.
The proportion of nonacute PCIs classified as inappropriate decreased from 26% to 13%, with significant increases in angina severity and use of antianginal medications prior to PCI. Hospital-level variation in procedural appropriateness persisted, but overall trends suggest improvements in patient selection and clinical decision making.
A study found that high job demands, stress, and job insecurity are key reasons for presenteeism. The research also highlights the importance of a supportive work environment in reducing the likelihood of going to work while ill.
Researchers developed NOMAD, a novel way to analyze bigger datasets using supercomputers and machine learning algorithms, achieving superlinear speedup on large-scale data. This breakthrough enables efficient processing of massive networks, predicting user preferences and identifying key topics in billions of documents.
UCSB sociologist Sarah Thébaud's research reveals that family leave policies significantly influence women's entrepreneurial decisions and business outcomes. In countries with generous work-family policies, women are more likely to remain in traditional employment or switch careers, rather than relying on self-employment as a fallback....
The University of Oklahoma is collaborating with the National Science Foundation's South Big Data Regional Innovation Hub to tackle regional challenges using big data analysis. The hub aims to develop new approaches for integrating data from disparate sources, enabling effective decision-making in areas like healthcare, coastal hazards...
Researchers analyzed 118 proto-porcelain and 35 impressed stoneware sherds, finding distinct chemical profiles that suggest raw materials were sourced locally. The discovery sheds light on the origin of Chinese proto-porcelain and its glazing techniques.
The study found little correlation between donor country aid and recipient country disease burdens, despite some years showing a direct link. This highlights the need for a discussion on how funds are being allocated, as bilateral aid may be driven by relationships between countries rather than actual health needs.