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A roadmap for digital neuroscience

The position paper identifies eight key areas for digital neuroscience research, including near-term, middle-term, and long-term goals. It also discusses the potential of 'digital twin' approaches, ultra-high-resolution digital atlases, and neuro-derived AI and computing innovations.

SourceEBRAINS·JournalImaging Neuroscience·DateApr 23, 2024

Evidence of a pan-tissue decline in stemness during human aging

Researchers found that ~60% of tissues exhibit a significant negative correlation between age and stemness score, indicating a pan-tissue decline in stemness. This study adds weight to the idea that stem cell deterioration contributes to human aging, with hematopoietic stem cells from older individuals showing higher stemness scores.

SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeObservational study·DateApr 16, 2024

Novel therapeutic bispecific antibodies for B-cell lymphoma

Researchers developed novel therapeutic bispecific antibodies targeting IgM and B-cell surface antigens, which directly inhibited cell proliferation via cell-cycle arrest and apoptosis in vitro. These findings suggest that anti-IgM/B-cell surface antigen-binding specific antibodies are promising therapeutic agents for B-cell malignancies.

SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalOncotarget·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 16, 2024

Australian media need generative AI policies to help navigate misinformation and disinformation

A new study by RMIT University found that only over a third of media organizations have an image-specific AI policy in place, highlighting the need for clearer guidelines. The research highlights the challenges of navigating generative AI technologies in visual journalism, including algorithmic bias and copyright concerns.

SourceRMIT University·JournalDigital Journalism·TypeSurvey·DateApr 15, 2024

Medicare pays for message-based e-visits. Are older adults using them?

A study by Michigan Medicine found that about 1% of older adults using traditional Medicare have used asynchronous patient portal messaging to prompt a bill from their doctor or other healthcare provider. Most e-visits were with primary care providers, mainly for managing high blood pressure and diabetes.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalHealth Affairs Scholar·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 8, 2024

Avoiding the gifts-in-kind trap – new research shows how influencers can make their work pay

A new study from the University of Bath reveals that social media influencers can move away from producing free content by focusing on authenticity, relationality, and quantification. The research found that building meaningful connections with followers and using data to assess impact are crucial for commercial success.

SourceUniversity of Bath·JournalHuman Relations·TypeCase study·DateMar 27, 2024

Optimizing electronic health records: Study reveals improvements in departmental productivity

A study by Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine reveals that collaborative EHR optimization efforts can significantly improve departmental productivity. The research found notable enhancements in monthly charges and payments, with improvements attributed to accommodations, creations, discoveries, and modifications.

SourceMarshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine·JournalThe Annals of Family Medicine·TypeSystematic review·DateMar 26, 2024

Best way to bust deepfakes? Use AI to find real signs of life, say Klick Labs scientists

Researchers at Klick Labs developed an algorithm to detect deepfakes with 80% accuracy by analyzing speech pause patterns, offering a solution to the growing problem of AI-generated content. The study's findings suggest that vocal biomarkers can distinguish between real and fake voices, providing a novel approach to flagging deepfakes.

SourceKlick Applied Sciences·JournalJMIR Biomedical Engineering·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 21, 2024

Ice-ray patterns: A rediscovery of past design for the future

A study discovers that traditional Chinese ice-ray lattice designs can provide unique stiffness and strength under asymmetric loads, offering an alternative to conventional gridshells. The research also explores the potential of integrating complex geometry into facade design and micro-scale material design.

SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalFrontiers of Architectural Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 20, 2024

Digital twin allows for tailored medication

A study published in Genome Medicine uses digital twins to computationally treat thousands of medications in individual patients with autoimmune diseases, finding promising results in mice and human tissue samples. The technology has the potential to revolutionize precision medicine by providing tailored medication for each patient.

SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalGenome Medicine·DateMar 20, 2024

New commentary: Combatting digital redlining is imperative for advancing health equity

A new commentary from Boston University School of Public Health emphasizes the need to address digital redlining, which disproportionately affects people of color, low-income communities, and rural populations. The authors propose standardizing social determinants of health screenings to include questions about broadband access.

SourceBoston University School of Public Health·JournalJAMA·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 20, 2024

Holographic message encoded in simple plastic

Researchers at TU Wien have demonstrated the possibility of encoding valuable data, such as Bitcoin wallet addresses, in ordinary plastic using 3D printing and terahertz radiation. By adjusting the thickness of the plastic plate to alter the terahertz wave, a holographic image is created that stores the desired code.

SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 18, 2024

New research shows sexual minority adults more willing to use digital health tools for public health

A new study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research found that sexual minority adults are more willing to use digital health tools for screening and tracking compared to heterosexual adults. The study, which analyzed data from a COVID-19 survey, highlights the need for diverse populations to be considered in the developme...

SourceJMIR Publications·JournalJournal of Medical Internet Research·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 11, 2024

Novel molecules from generative AI to phase II

Researchers used generative AI to design a lead molecule for treating fibrosis, a biological process associated with aging. The compound, INS018_055, demonstrated significant efficacy in preclinical studies and showed promising results in clinical trials, accelerating drug discovery and providing new therapeutic options.

SourceInSilico Medicine·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateMar 11, 2024

For Boston College professor, research into "high latitude" reaches of the seas led to improving accurate access to real-time ocean data

Hilary Palevsky's research focuses on marine biogeochemistry, and her NSF CAREER Award will support the creation of educational videos to guide students using remote ocean monitoring data. She aims to clarify the mechanisms behind the ocean's biological pump, which plays a crucial role in removing anthropogenic carbon from active cycling.

Research exposes security, privacy and safety issues in female technology apps used to track fertility, menopause and monthly cycle

Research highlights significant security, privacy and safety issues in female-oriented technologies, including period-tracker apps and fertility smart devices. The study found inadequate regulations and industry practices in data collection and sharing, posing a potential threat to users' sensitive information.

SourceNewcastle University·JournalFrontiers in the Internet of Things·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 6, 2024

The atlas of internet surveillance

A German-American research team created an 'atlas of internet surveillance' by mapping the global ownership of internet service providers. The study shows that authoritarian states control more influential internet service providers than democracies, and often use state-owned transit networks to surveil and censor content. Additionally...

SourceUniversity of Konstanz·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateMar 5, 2024

University of Houston engineer Metin Akay featured in study highlighting 50 scientists' contributions to biomedical engineering advancements

A new study highlights the contributions of 50 top scientists from elite universities to transforming medicine through cutting-edge biomedical engineering advances. Five primary medical challenges are identified, including precision engineering for personalized care and tissue engineering for human health.

SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalIEEE Open Journal of Engineering in Medicine and Biology·DateMar 4, 2024

World’s first real-time wearable human emotion recognition technology developed!

A groundbreaking technology recognizes human emotions in real time, combining verbal and non-verbal expression data for accurate emotional information extraction. The system features a personalized skin-integrated facial interface that enables self-powered, flexible, and transparent emotion recognition.

U of T-led study finds positive support from parents and clinicians for pediatric cancer pain management app

A recent study found that parents and clinicians are in favor of a mobile app to help manage child cancer pain at home. The app aims to ease the burden on caregivers and provide personalized pain management support. Recommendations for the app include improved accessibility, language options, and gamification features to involve children.

SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalPLOS Digital Health·DateFeb 20, 2024

Combating fractional spurs in phase locked loops to improve wireless system performance in Beyond 5G

Scientists from Tokyo Tech propose two design techniques to minimize unwanted signals known as fractional spurs, which degrade phase noise in output of the PLL. The first technique uses a cascaded-fractional divider and achieves a -62.1dBc fractional spur, while the second technique employs a pseudo-differential DTC, resulting in an in...

SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 16, 2024

Online digital data and AI for monitoring biodiversity

Scientists propose using online digital data from media platforms to complement monitoring efforts for biodiversity conservation. This approach aims to generate novel insights into human–nature interactions and their impact on biodiversity. The proposed framework integrates near real-time data with existing datasets, enabling real-time...

SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalPLOS Biology·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateFeb 16, 2024

Complex tree canopies help forests recover from moderate-severity disturbances

Researchers have identified that moderate-severity disturbances leave different patterns of change in forest canopy structure. Forests with more complex canopy structures seem better able to withstand and recover from these disturbances. The findings suggest that managing forests to promote structural complexity could make them more re...

SourcePurdue University·JournalJournal of Ecology·TypeImaging analysis·DateFeb 6, 2024