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New sub-species of pilot whale identified in Pacific Ocean

Researchers discovered two distinct subspecies of short-finned pilot whales in the Indian and Pacific Oceans, separated by the eastern Pacific Ocean. The study, published in Molecular Ecology, used genetic analysis to verify the findings, revealing that continents may not have been as significant a barrier to this species' evolution.

SourceWoods Hole Oceanographic Institution·JournalMolecular Ecology·DateJun 3, 2019

Sponges collect penguin, seal, and fish DNA from the water they filter

Scientists have found that sponges can collect and filter DNA from fish, seal, and penguin DNA in the water they filter, making them an ideal sampling unit for monitoring biodiversity. This method uses sponge tissue as a natural sampler, reducing processing time and risk of contamination.

SourceCell Press·JournalCurrent Biology·DateJun 3, 2019

Experimental fertility preservation provides hope for young men

A study at Children's National Hospital has successfully cryopreserved testicular tissue from 189 males, offering a potential fertility preservation option for younger boys. The research found undifferentiated spermatogonia in the testicular tissues of patients who had not yet received an ablative dose of therapy.

SourceChildren's National Hospital·JournalHuman Reproduction·DateMay 23, 2019
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

Making digital tissue imaging better

Researchers from Case Western Reserve University have developed an open-source quality-control tool to assess the quality of digital tissue slides. The tool, called Histo-QC, incorporates measurements and classifiers to flag corrupted images and retain high-quality slides for analysis by computers.

SourceCase Western Reserve University·JournalJCO Clinical Cancer Informatics·DateApr 18, 2019

High-tech tissue study reveals which cells drive a painful food allergy

A new study reveals that a specific type of immune cell, known as T7 and T8 cells, are responsible for inflammation in eosinophilic esophagitis. The study's findings also raise questions about the safety of a popular dietary supplement called butyrate, which may exacerbate the condition.

SourceCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateApr 9, 2019
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Doing more with less in the study of plant chemical defense

Researchers developed a new technique to measure plant biochemical responses using small tissue samples, reducing the need for large sample sizes and increasing experimental efficiency. This approach allows for more nuanced and high-resolution understanding of plant defense mechanisms.

SourceBotanical Society of America·JournalApplications in Plant Sciences·DateApr 3, 2019

Bromethalin is poisoning the parrots of Telegraph Hill

A new study published in PLOS ONE has found that parrots in San Francisco's Telegraph Hill are being poisoned by bromethalin, a common rat poison. The research team detected the toxin in brain, liver, and fecal samples of affected birds, suggesting they may be ingesting a sublethal dose.

SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalPLOS ONE·DateMar 18, 2019

Tool reveals molecular causes of disease, including infant cancer

Researchers have developed a new tool called URSA(HD) that analyzes gene patterns to reveal molecular causes of diseases. The tool has already uncovered previously unknown contributions of four genes to a rare form of cancer primarily affecting babies and young children.

SourcePrinceton University, Engineering School·JournalCell Systems·DateMar 1, 2019

Ancient extinct sloth tooth in Belize tells story of creature's last year

A team of researchers from the University of Illinois has discovered that a giant sloth found in Belize, which lived around 27,000 years ago, had a diverse diet that shifted between wet and dry seasons. The study reveals that the creature adapted to its environment by relying on plants more available during dry periods.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalScience Advances·DateFeb 27, 2019
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Research finds ethnoracial differences in Alzheimer's disease

A study of 1,625 brain tissue samples found Hispanic-American patients with Alzheimer's disease lived an average of 12 years from symptom onset, compared to 9 and 8 years for non-Hispanic whites and African-Americans. The research also identified subtle differences in the severity of Alzheimer's-related protein clumps among ethnoracial...

SourceMayo Clinic·DateFeb 18, 2019

FEFU scientists found persistent organic pollutants in animal fur

Researchers found high levels of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in the fur of 15 animals, including musk deer and leopard cats. The study highlights increasing global environmental contamination by POPs compounds, which pose risks to human and animal health.

SourceFar Eastern Federal University·JournalEnvironmental Science and Pollution Research·DateFeb 13, 2019

Virtual lens improves X-ray microscopy

Researchers at PSI develop a new method that uses a small but efficient lens to create high-resolution images of X-ray microscopes, providing absorption and phase contrast information. This technique has the potential to reveal material properties and improve image quality for biological samples.

SourcePaul Scherrer Institute·JournalScience Advances·DateFeb 1, 2019
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

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New skin test detects prion infection before symptoms appear

Researchers developed a new skin test to detect prion infections before symptoms appear, using RT-QuIC and sPMCA methods. The study demonstrates the preclinical utility of skin samples in detecting prions, which could serve as a biomarker for early diagnosis.

SourceCase Western Reserve University·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 22, 2019

How to rapidly image entire brains at nanoscale resolution

Scientists have developed a new imaging technique that allows for rapid and detailed scanning of entire brains at the nanoscale. This breakthrough method, combined with the lattice light-sheet microscope, enables visualization of any desired protein and has the potential to revolutionize neuroscience research.

SourceHoward Hughes Medical Institute·JournalScience·DateJan 17, 2019
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

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New method to study biomechanical changes in tissues after laser surgery

Russian scientists developed a new method to study biomechanical changes in tissues after laser surgery, improving the accuracy and safety of eye surgeries. The method uses optical coherence tomography (OCT), which visualizes tissue structure by infrared light scattering, to quantify mechanical properties changes before and after laser...

SourceAKSON Russian Science Communication Association·JournalJournal of Biophotonics·DateJan 9, 2019

NIH-developed test detects protein associated with Alzheimer's and CTE

Researchers have developed an ultrasensitive test that detects tau protein clusters, which are associated with Alzheimer's disease and chronic traumatic encephalopathy. The test has been shown to detect the protein in small amounts of brain tissue, making it a major advance for early diagnosis.

SourceNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases·JournalActa Neuropathologica·DateDec 20, 2018
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

New molecular tool identifies sugar-protein attachments

Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine developed EXoO, a new molecular tool that decodes where specific sugars are attached to proteins. The study successfully identified new markers for cancers and other diseases by mapping O-glycan sites on human blood, tumors, and immune cells.

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalMolecular Systems Biology·DateDec 6, 2018

'Old-fashioned fieldwork' puts new frog species on the map

A team of scientists conducted over 2,000 surveys of chirping frog calls to define the Atlantic Coast leopard frog's range and characteristics. The study resulted in the first field-verified range map for the species, living primarily in coastal plains from Connecticut to northern North Carolina.

SourceSUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry·JournalPLOS ONE·DateNov 26, 2018

Fish can detox too -- but not so well, when it comes to mercury

Researchers found that yelloweye rockfish have difficulty removing toxic mercury from sensitive liver cells, which can cause damage. The study highlights the potential risks of contaminants on this threatened species, with conservation efforts underway to protect them.

SourceMcGill University·JournalEnvironmental Pollution·DateNov 20, 2018

A toast to the proteins in dinosaur bones

Researchers at Yale University discovered chemicals that preserve dinosaur soft tissues under specific conditions, such as oxidative environments. These preserved structures are comparable to Advanced Glycoxidation and Lipoxidation end products (AGEs and ALEs), which are resistant to decay and degradation.

SourceYale University·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 9, 2018
Meta Quest 3 512GB

Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.

Polymers offer a better view

A new class of polymer matrices has been developed to improve the detection of metabolites and track chemicals of interest in studying cancer. This breakthrough enables researchers to explore more research questions and increases the flexibility of the MALDI imaging technique.

SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateOct 24, 2018

Sniffing out sharks

A team of scientists from UC Santa Barbara and USGS used eDNA to detect the presence of white sharks in local waters, providing clues for lifeguards and helping monitor the species' recovery. The study's success could lead to real-time monitoring and better understanding of marine biodiversity.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalFrontiers in Marine Science·DateSep 14, 2018

Enhancers are easier to predict in the adult stage than those in the fetal stage

A study published in Current Bioinformatics found that predicting enhancers in adult tissues is more accurate than in fetal stages. The researchers used support vector machines to analyze DNA sequences and histone modifications, achieving good performance on most cell lines and tissues, especially for heart and lung tissues.

SourceBentham Science Publishers·JournalCurrent Bioinformatics·DateSep 3, 2018

Protein modifications pointing to cancer

Scientists have developed a method to investigate all proteins in tissue samples that are modified by ADP-ribosylation, a stress response pathway. This allows for conclusions to be drawn about activated signaling pathways and potentially leads to new diagnostic and therapeutic possibilities for cancer and other diseases.

SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalCell Reports·DateAug 28, 2018

Many Arctic pollutants decrease after market removal and regulation

Levels of some persistent organic pollutants (POPs) regulated by the Stockholm Convention are decreasing in the Arctic, according to an international team of researchers. The biggest decreases were in a byproduct of the pesticide lindane and PCBs, with mean annual declines of 9% and 4% per year across the Arctic region.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalThe Science of The Total Environment·DateAug 27, 2018
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.

Untreated genital warts may increase risk of HIV transmission

Genital warts may increase the risk of HIV transmission if left untreated. Researchers found a higher density of HIV-target cells on anogenital warts, suggesting these lesions can be highly susceptible to infection.

SourceBoston University School of Medicine·JournalThe Journal of Infectious Diseases·DateAug 21, 2018

NSF award to shine more light on proteins

A $318,696 NSF award will support the development of a novel biosensing nanotechnology to visualize trace biomarker proteins under a microscope. This technology has the potential to greatly advance protein sensing, enabling accurate diagnoses based on biopsies and improving basic biomedical research.

SourcePenn State·DateAug 8, 2018

New method refines cell sample analysis

The Iterative Indirect Immunofluorescence Imaging (4i) technique refines standard immunofluorescence imaging by visualizing up to 40 proteins in a single cell. A new computer program, Multiplexed Protein Maps, analyzes the data and generates maps of protein distribution, providing a systematic survey of cellular organization.

SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalScience·DateAug 2, 2018

Sunscreen for dancing molecules

Scientists at IBS report a breakthrough using heavy water (D2O) to delay sample damage in transmission electron microscopy. The approach allows for longer observation of molecule movements, enabling study of the nanoworld.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalACS Nano·DateAug 1, 2018

Treatments for cancer and sickle cell disease deplete germ cells in young boys

Researchers found that treatments for cancer and sickle cell disease can destroy germ cells in the testes of young boys, leading to complete depletion of spermatogonia. The study suggests that freezing testicular tissue before treatment may be a viable option to preserve fertility.

SourceEuropean Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology·JournalHuman Reproduction·DateJul 24, 2018
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

New development in 3D super-resolution imaging gives insight on Alzheimer's disease

Researchers developed a 3D super-resolution nanoscope that provides unprecedented detail of brain molecules, shedding light on Alzheimer's disease progression. The instrument helped understand the structure of amyloid plaques, pinpointing their characteristics responsible for damage, and revealed their interactions with surrounding cells.

SourcePurdue University·JournalNature Methods·DateJul 16, 2018

Breakthrough discovery will change treatment for COPD patients

Researchers found that even mild COPD patients have lost over 40% of their small airways, suggesting early intervention is crucial. The study's findings could lead to the development of new drugs to treat patients with COPD at earlier stages.

SourceUniversity of British Columbia·JournalThe Lancet Respiratory Medicine·DateJul 9, 2018

Study examines first birth cohort to receive HPV vaccine: The vaccine works

A new study examines the effect of HPV vaccine on a population level, finding a significant reduction in severe dysplasia. The vaccine has been shown to work effectively in reducing cervical cancer risk, with a 40% lower incidence rate compared to unvaccinated women.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences·JournalInternational Journal of Cancer·DateJun 18, 2018
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Scientists use RFID chips to track biological samples

Scientists have developed a method to track biological samples using RFID chips, which can withstand extreme conditions and identify organoids grown from stem cells. This technology has the potential to advance drug testing and transplantation by providing real-time data on organoid health.

SourceCell Press·JournaliScience·DateMay 31, 2018

Inefficient fat metabolism a possible cause of overweight

A new study from Karolinska Institutet suggests that individuals with inefficient fat metabolism are more likely to develop overweight and type 2 diabetes. The research found that women who were able to efficiently break down fat in their cells had a lower risk of weight gain and impaired glucose metabolism.

SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalCell Metabolism·DateMay 31, 2018

Olfactory receptor as therapeutic target in bladder cancer

A team of researchers from Ruhr-University Bochum has discovered an olfactory receptor in human bladder tissue that may prove useful for bladder cancer therapy and diagnosis. The receptor, OR10H1, responds to sandalwood scents and inhibits tumour growth when activated.

SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalFrontiers in Physiology·DateMay 29, 2018
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

Mechanism underlying malformation associated with severe epilepsy is revealed

Researchers identified dysregulation of the gene NEUROG2 as a key factor in the development of focal cortical dysplasia, a common cause of drug-resistant epilepsy. The study found that overexpression of NEUROG2 was linked to reduced expression of microRNA hsa-miR-34a, leading to nerve cell differentiation failure.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalAnnals of Neurology·DateMay 16, 2018

A molecular atlas of calcific aortic valve disease

Researchers identified key molecular drivers in calcific aortic valve disease, including cells from the lamina fibrosa layer with high propensity to calcify. A precise omics-level molecular atlas of the aortic valve reveals potential therapeutic targets for developing pharmacological therapy.

SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalCirculation·DateApr 18, 2018
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.

A synthetic chameleon has been developed

Researchers created a synthetic material that mimics the active camouflage of a chameleon's skin, changing its color and stiffness in response to mechanical stimuli. The material has potential applications in medicine, particularly in the manufacture of biological implants.

SourceLomonosov Moscow State University·JournalScience·DateMar 30, 2018

New method increases life span of donated brain tissue

Researchers at Lund University have developed a new method that extends the viability of donated brain tissue from people with epilepsy to 48 hours. This allows them to study gene therapy treatment and acquire more data from a small number of patients, bringing treatments closer to the patient without direct testing.

SourceLund University·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 9, 2018
GoPro HERO13 Black

GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.

When sepsis patients face brain impairment, is gut bacteria to blame?

Researchers discovered that gut bacteria play a role in brain impairment after sepsis, with certain strains associated with neuroinflammation and cognitive difficulties. The study suggests treating gut bacteria may help reduce long-term effects of critical illness.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalAmerican Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine·DateMar 7, 2018

Why is mining-related lung disease on the rise?

A new research project aims to determine why mine dust-related lung diseases are increasing in prevalence among coal workers. The study will use a multidisciplinary approach to examine the relationship between mine dust exposures and severe lung disease, with a focus on identifying critical risk factors.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Chicago·DateFeb 23, 2018

Gene expression patterns may help determine time of death

An international team of scientists developed models to predict post-mortem interval based on tissue-specific gene expression changes. Changes in gene expression can be used to determine the time of death with considerable accuracy, potentially aiding forensic analyses.

SourceCenter for Genomic Regulation·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 13, 2018
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

Ebola virus infects reproductive organs in monkeys

A study found that Ebola virus infects reproductive organs of macaques, suggesting similar infection in humans. The virus can persist in female reproductive tissues and may reach seminal fluid in men.

SourceNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases·JournalAmerican Journal Of Pathology·DateFeb 8, 2018

Timing is everything, to our genes

A Salk Institute study has discovered that nearly 80 percent of genes exhibit daily fluctuations, with the most rhythmic genes peaking in early morning and late afternoon. This finding has significant implications for understanding circadian disruption's impact on diseases such as depression and heart disease.

SourceSalk Institute·JournalScience·DateFeb 8, 2018

New 'Tomato Expression Atlas' dives deep into the fruit's flesh

The Tomato Expression Atlas provides a comprehensive map of gene expression across all tissues and developmental stages of the tomato fruit. This database offers unprecedented spatiotemporal resolution and interactivity, enabling researchers to investigate biological processes important for fruit development.

SourceBoyce Thompson Institute·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 5, 2018