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Researchers examine unanticipated benefits of GLP-1 medications

Researchers highlight unanticipated benefits of GLP-1 medications, including reduced inflammation and lower risk of certain cardiovascular and musculoskeletal conditions. However, questions remain about lean body mass and nutritional health following weight loss associated with these medications.

SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·JournalObesity·DateAug 14, 2026
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

CHEST releases guideline on managing adult bronchiectasis

The American College of Chest Physicians has released a new clinical guideline for the management of adult bronchiectasis, providing 13 evidence-based recommendations to standardize care delivery and improve patient outcomes. The guidelines aim to reduce exacerbation frequency, inflammation, and disease progression.

SourceAmerican College of Chest Physicians·JournalCHEST Journal·DateJul 30, 2026

CHEST Critical Care receives first-ever Impact Factor

The American College of Chest Physicians' open-access journal CHEST Critical Care has received its first Journal Impact Factor of 2.7, reflecting the dedication of its authors, reviewers, and readers. This recognition highlights the journal's growing impact in critical care medicine.

SourceAmerican College of Chest Physicians·JournalCHEST Journal·DateJul 29, 2026

Pensoft welcomes Immunology in Medicine to its open-access journal portfolio

The Bulgarian Association of Clinical Immunology (BACI) has joined forces with Pensoft Publishers to host its official journal, Immunology in Medicine, which now operates under the open-access platform ARPHA. The journal aims to bridge basic immunological science with clinical applications, inviting researchers and clinicians to submit...

SourcePensoft Publishers·DateJul 22, 2026
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.

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.

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.

The critical role of exercise in the GLP-1 era

Regular physical activity is essential for mitigating the regain of lost weight after discontinuing GLP-1 medications. Exercise has complementary effects beyond energy balance, including improved insulin sensitivity and increased fat oxidation. Clinicians must develop individualized strategies to improve exercise adherence.

SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·JournalJAMA·DateMay 5, 2026
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.

Antidepressant unable to prevent chemotherapy-associated nerve damage

A randomized trial found that duloxetine does not prevent painful neuropathy caused by oxaliplatin-based chemotherapy in patients with stage II or III colorectal cancer. The study suggests that duloxetine should only be used for managing existing neuropathy, not prevention.

SourceAlliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology·JournalJCO Oncology Advances·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateApr 8, 2026

JMIR Publications and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas announce flat-fee unlimited open access publishing partnership

JMIR Publications and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas announce a new Flat-Fee Unlimited Open Access Publishing Agreement. The agreement eliminates financial obstacles for researchers, reducing administrative workload for library staff and ensuring research findings are available via immediate open access in JMIR's high-impact journ...

SourceJMIR Publications·DateMar 25, 2026
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

CHEST® Critical Care added to Web of Science Emerging Sources Citation Index

The American College of Chest Physicians' CHEST Critical Care journal has been added to the Web of Science Core Collection through the Emerging Sources Citation Index. This indexing marks a significant milestone for the journal, increasing access to high-quality research and supporting its commitment to advancing critical care medicine.

SourceAmerican College of Chest Physicians·JournalCHEST Critical Care·DateFeb 2, 2026

Call for pitches: Contribute to JMIR's News & Perspectives section

JMIR Publications invites journalists, researchers, and experts to contribute to its News & Perspectives section with in-depth analysis and commentary on digital health trends. The publication aims to provide well-researched analysis that goes deeper than headlines, with a focus on factual precision, integrity, and empowerment.

SourceJMIR Publications·DateJan 27, 2026
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition is a durable star atlas for planning sessions, identifying targets, and teaching celestial navigation.

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.

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.

Women authors underrepresented among retracted medical papers

A study published in PLOS One found that women authors comprise just 16.5% of first authors in a dataset of 878 retracted medical papers, despite accounting for at least 41% of first authors across biomedical publications. Women were also underrepresented among last authors and had fewer multiple retractions.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS One·TypeObservational study·DateNov 19, 2025
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

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

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.

New EndoCompass Research Roadmap calls for coordinated investment to tackle Europe’s hormone health challenge

The European Society of Endocrinology has released the EndoCompass Research Roadmap, a major new initiative to align research efforts and improve funding strategies for hormone-related health challenges. The roadmap identifies specific research needs across eight endocrine specialties and five cross-cutting areas.

SourceEuropean Society of Endocrinology·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateOct 17, 2025

PLOS announces a new publishing agreement in India

The Public Library of Science (PLOS) has partnered with the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) in India, allowing MAHE researchers to publish unlimited in all PLOS journals through 2026. This agreement shifts publishing costs from authors to research institutions, promoting open access and barrier-free publishing.

SourcePLOS·TypeNews article·DateSep 30, 2025
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.

Sharing research findings with study participants is considered a moral obligation by most researchers – yet happens inconsistently, per systematic review of 96 papers across 17 years

A systematic review of 96 papers across 17 years found that researchers consider sharing findings a moral obligation, yet this happens frequently and unpredictably. The review highlights the need for future research on disseminating health research results to study participants.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Medicine·TypeSystematic review·DateAug 14, 2025
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

Rare achievement: UTA undergrad publishes research

Caroline King, a UTA undergrad, published her research on rural midwifery in the Online Journal of Rural Nursing and Health Care. Her study explores the benefits of midwife-assisted births for women with low-risk pregnancies, finding it to be safe and cost-effective.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·TypeLiterature review·DateJun 30, 2025
Meta Quest 3 512GB

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

The European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology and the European Society of Endocrinology join together this weekend for their inaugural joint congress – “Connecting Endocrinology across the Life Course”

The inaugural Joint Congress brings together paediatric and adult endocrine specialists to learn from each other, collaborate, and celebrate endocrinology. Over 7,500 delegates from 100 countries attend the event to experience the latest research and developments.

SourceEuropean Society of Endocrinology·DateMay 9, 2025

World’s first birth following conception with a fully automated remotely operated ICSI system

A fully automated ICSI system has successfully conceived the world's first baby, promising to transform fertility treatment with greater standardization and consistency. The system, developed by Conceivable Life Sciences, uses AI to position sperm cells and execute microinjection with unprecedented accuracy.

SourceReproductive BioMedicine Online·JournalReproductive BioMedicine Online·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 9, 2025
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.