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Clotting factor concentrate better than frozen plasma for preventing bleeding after heart surgery, according to clinical trial results

A clinical trial has shown that administering clotting factor concentrate (4F-PCC) significantly reduces the risk of severe bleeding after major open-heart surgery. This innovative treatment approach offers a more effective alternative to frozen plasma for managing surgical bleeding.

SourceUniversity of Oklahoma·JournalJAMA·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateApr 1, 2025

Incheon National University study pioneers breakthrough in wireless charging technology

Researchers at Incheon National University have pioneered a novel resonant tuning rectifier (RTR) for parallel compensated receivers in wireless power transfer. The RTR enhances efficiency via dynamic frequency adaptation, reducing circuit impedance and minimizing interference with other devices.

SourceIncheon National University·JournalIEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 19, 2025

Plasma bubbles in the skies: Hong Kong leads research on aviation safety threats

A study from Hong Kong Polytechnic University reveals the impact of EPBs on satellite navigation systems, providing a novel three-dimensional model to predict disruptions. The findings confirm that GBAS can maintain its integrity even under EPB-induced disruptions, ensuring continued safety and reliability.

B cell response after influenza vaccine in young and older adults

Researchers found a quantitative difference in B cell response following vaccination between young and older adults, with younger adults mounting a stronger clonal response and older adults having more activated B cells. This study provides insights into the age-related differences in B cell vaccine response and may lead to the develop...

SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeObservational study·DateOct 10, 2023

Cooking up plasmas with microwaves

Researchers at Kyoto University have successfully created stable plasmas using microwaves, a key step towards harnessing nuclear fusion's massive energy potential. The team identified three crucial steps in plasma production and used Heliotron J to generate the dense plasmas.

SourceKyoto University·JournalProblems of Atomic Science and Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 28, 2023

Scientists identify what makes the Delta variant dangerous and explain the recent surge in COVID-19 infections

Researchers analyze delta variant's biophysical characteristics, revealing unique traits that evade neutralizing antibodies and contribute to severe symptoms. The study sheds light on why vaccinated individuals can still contract the virus and why delta variant hospitalizations are higher than other variants.

SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalJournal of Molecular Biology·DateJul 18, 2022

NTU Singapore scientists develop long lasting anti-fogging coating for plastic surfaces that ‘self-cleans’

Scientists at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, have developed a durable coating that prevents fogging and 'self-cleans' under sunlight exposure. The coating shows excellent adherence to the plastic surface and maintains durability in tests, offering an attractive long-term solution for various applications.

SourceNanyang Technological University·JournalApplied Surface Science·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 22, 2022