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World’s first open-access battery imaging library launches

The world's first open-access battery imaging library has been launched, offering over 4.5 terabytes of experimental data for researchers to advance battery research and AI-driven image analysis. The library provides a wide range of imaging modalities and data types, enabling scientists to get the full picture required for their analysis.

SourceDiamond Light Source·JournalDigital Discovery·TypeImaging analysis·DateSep 16, 2026

Hanyang University study proposes light-driven random number generator for image security

Researchers developed a photospike-based TRNG that harnesses unpredictable light-induced electrical charges to generate true random numbers. The device passed all 15 randomness tests and remained stable over millions of cycles, making it suitable for image authentication and deepfake detection.

SourceHanyang University Research Strategy Planning Team·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 13, 2026

Obesity inequalities in England have widened since COVID-19 – with steepest increases in new cases in young adults

Rates of new obesity cases rose by 4% between 2019 and 2025, with the largest increases seen among young adults. The study also found significant disparities in obesity rates across sociodemographic groups and geographical regions, highlighting the need for deep-seated change to address the underlying factors driving obesity.

SourceHealth Data Research UK·JournalThe Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology·TypeObservational study·DateJun 24, 2026

UT San Antonio study: As FDA approved semaglutide for weight management, calls to poison control centers skyrocketed in the U.S.

A recent study found that the FDA approval of semaglutide for weight management led to a significant increase in calls to poison control centers, with over 8,000 cases reported by 2023. The majority of errors were preventable and stemmed from unintentional dosing or therapeutic mistakes.

SourceUniversity of Texas at San Antonio·JournalJournal of Medical Toxicology·DateJun 23, 2026

Machine learning facilitates the development of China's 1-km daily soil moisture dataset

A new study developed China's high-precision, 1 km resolution soil moisture dataset using machine learning techniques. This dataset enables daily monitoring of soil dryness and wetness conditions across the country, providing critical support for drought early warning, flood forecasting, and agricultural management.

SourceInstitute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalAdvances in Atmospheric Sciences·DateApr 27, 2026

Texas Children’s researcher awarded $6. 7 million NIH grant to accelerate Alzheimer’s drug discovery and advance new therapies

Researchers will use DNA-encoded chemical libraries and artificial intelligence to screen hundreds of millions of potential drug compounds, identifying those most likely to succeed in treating Alzheimer's. The project aims to shorten the timeline for identifying new treatments, bringing them to patients faster and with greater precision.

Center for BrainHealth forms groundbreaking research collaborative to enable data sharing, accelerate discovery

The BrainHealth Network connects researchers across the country to understand brain health improvement through advanced MRI imaging and data analysis. The network leverages a comprehensive multimodal brain imaging dataset, including a longitudinal study of 100,000 healthy participants over 10 years.

SourceCenter for BrainHealth·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 25, 2026

New robotic microfluidic platform brings ai to lipid nanoparticle design

Engineers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed LIBRIS, an automated microfluidic platform capable of generating lipid nanoparticle formulations at high speed and scale. This enables the creation of large, systematic datasets needed to train predictive AI models, accelerating the design of lipid nanoparticles for mRNA delivery.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalACS Nano·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 9, 2026

Big data and human height: ISTA scientists develop algorithm to boost biobank data retrieval & analysis

Researchers from ISTA developed an algorithm that can extract and analyze information from the world’s most extensive biobank with unprecedented accuracy and speed. The method, dubbed gVAMP, enhances the framework's ability to extract complex information from the dataset at hand, providing a detailed overview of the effects on a trait ...

SourceInstitute of Science and Technology Austria·JournalCell Genomics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 18, 2026

Uncovering patterns amid chaos

A recent NSF grant will support the development of new diagnostics and predictive models for understanding self-competition and weak asymmetry in turbulent flows. The project aims to uncover hidden patterns that current models miss, leading to improved simulations in weather forecasting, climate modeling, and engineering design.

WhatsApp data show: We often deceive ourselves

A study by Bielefeld University used anonymized WhatsApp metadata to show that personalized feedback can help people understand their communication habits. Many participants adjusted their views on response speed and chat participation after seeing data-based visualizations.

SourceBielefeld University·JournalComputers in Human Behavior·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJan 13, 2026

New video dataset to advance AI for health care

Researchers have launched a new multimodal medical dataset, Observer, capturing anonymized, real-time interactions between patients and clinicians. The dataset links video, audio, transcripts, and electronic health records to study subtleties like body language and environmental factors affecting care.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalJournal of the American Medical Informatics Association·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 16, 2025

Subnational income inequality: Regional successes may hold key to addressing widening gap globally

A new study maps three decades of income inequality data globally, revealing worsening trends for half the world's population but 'bright spots' in regions with effective policies. Regional efforts such as investments in public health and education in India and cash transfer programs in Brazil show promise in reducing inequality.

First-of-its-kind 3D model lets you explore Easter Island statues up close

A team of researchers from Binghamton University has created the first-ever high-resolution 3D model of Rano Raraku quarry, revealing over 1,000 moai statues. The model allows users to zoom in and pan across various features, providing a detailed look at the island's quarries and challenging previous theories about its history.

SourceBinghamton University·JournalPLOS One·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 26, 2025

The African Data Drive

The African Data Drive is an interactive tool that provides accessible, quality-assured spatial data to empower decision-makers to balance development needs with conservation priorities. The platform enables users to assess potential risks to biodiversity and access the most appropriate information on sustainable development.

SourceUniversity of the Witwatersrand·TypeContent analysis·DateOct 16, 2025