Articles tagged with Scientific Journals
A new study published in The FASEB Journal suggests that low doses of abscisic acid can reduce glycemia and insulinemia in both rats and humans. This finding has implications for developing new pharmacologic approaches to prevent or treat diabetes.
Researchers from the University of Virginia have received the 2015 Robert W. Cahn Best Paper Prize from Springer's Journal of Materials Science for their work on ytterbium silicate protective coatings. The study optimizes the deposition process for these coatings, which are crucial for advanced gas turbine engines.
Research by Netta Weinstein and others suggests that people's experiences of local nature can explain 8% of survey responses about community cohesion. Additionally, objective measures of green space in neighborhoods account for 4% additional variance in crime rates, outperforming known contributors like socioeconomic deprivation.
The study, published in European Journal of Physics, uses classic work on 'water bells' to explain why the falling curtain of chocolate pulls inwards. Surface tension is the primary force responsible for this phenomenon.
Researchers found that well-trained seniors can expend as much energy as elite athletes during maximal physical exertion. The study, conducted by the University of Copenhagen, revealed that seniors can perform at near-maximum rates for longer periods than expected.
A team of physicists at the University of Alberta has created a method to measure magnetic resonance using mechanical twisting motion detected with light, enabling the miniaturization of magnetic sensors. This technology opens up possibilities for various scientific applications in healthcare, technology, and energy.
Researchers found that reminders helped young children control impulsive behavior, while waiting didn't make a difference. The study suggests that training individuals to look for tangible cues can help improve inhibitory control. Effective reminder-based interventions could involve setting up situations where cues are always present.
Researchers discovered that cancer cells utilize tunneling nanotubes to exchange molecules with neighboring cells, including healthy cells, and a key regulator protein is involved in this process. The findings suggest potential new strategies for cancer treatment by targeting these secret channels.
Research suggests that personal anxiety and mass media coverage interact to determine what people remember about a disease. The study found that selective media coverage can cause people to forget certain health facts, particularly those related to symptoms.
Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications (CVIA) journal was introduced at the 26th GW-ICC meeting, focusing on novel developments in cardiovascular disease. The journal aims to promote cardiovascular innovations and applications for better public health globally.
Future Science OA has been accepted by the Database of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) for indexing, achieving high levels of openness and publishing standards. The journal's gold open access model ensures unbiased and scientifically accurate content through independent double-blind peer review.
Fossils of ancient sharks estimated to be between 18 and 26 feet in length, with the largest specimen being 25% bigger than today's largest predatory shark. The discovery pushes back the fossil record of giant sharks by 170 million years.
A new study found that older adults were better than young adults at correcting their factual errors, with improved performance on low-confidence errors. This challenges the notion that older adults are less accurate and suggests a focus of attention driven by a desire to prioritize truth over confidence.
Researchers have developed a technique that uses volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in exhaled breath to identify biomarkers of hypoxia. The study replicated a standard 'hypoxic' event and found that VOC analysis could detect the condition, which can be life-threatening if left untreated.
The special issue presents research on optimizing human performance in the military through physical fitness and injury prevention. Key findings highlight the importance of balanced fitness programs, sleep health, physical activity, and nutrition behaviors in improving soldier readiness and effectiveness.
Researchers tested 10 commercially available products for mosquito repellency, finding that DEET-based products were the most effective, while some natural alternatives showed promise, including lemon eucalyptus oil and Victoria's Secret perfume.
Researchers have developed a hand-held optical scanner that can image breast tissues in real time, offering benefits over mammography without ionizing radiation. The device uses near-infrared laser diode source to map optical absorption, which may indicate higher blood flow due to abnormalities like tumors.
A multidisciplinary team has reconstructed past environments in the Cantabrian Region over a period of nearly 35,000 years using marine microfauna, small vertebrates and stable isotopes. The study confirms a series of warm and cold events during the Upper Pleistocene, providing insights into human adaptation strategies.
A recent study published in the Journal of Food Science discovered that Ceylon gooseberry skin and pulp contain higher antioxidant activity than other berries like blueberries and cranberries. Gooseberry skin may be a source of natural colorants and antioxidants for food manufacturing.
A three-step intervention increases hiring of female STEM applicants by 6.3 times, with women constituting 50% of those hired after its application to all STEM-faculty hiring at Montana State University. The approach is based on self-determination theory and aims to enhance competence, autonomy, and relatedness in the search process.
The journal published a Special Focus issue documenting advancements in oncology since its debut in 2005. Review articles cover topics such as immunotherapy and stereotactic body radiotherapy, providing insights into the latest scientific and clinical issues in cancer research.
John L. Butler, Chief Scientist at Image Acoustics, Inc., received the Acoustical Society of America's Silver Medal in Engineering Acoustics for advancing acoustic transducer and transducer array design. The award recognizes contributions to the advancement of science through acoustic principles.
Roy D. Patterson, a renowned auditory neuroscientist, has been awarded the Acoustical Society of America's Silver Medal in Psychological and Physiological Acoustics. He made significant contributions to understanding pitch and timbre perception, as well as computational modeling of auditory representations.
Professor John J. Ohala has been awarded the Acoustical Society of America's Silver Medal in Speech Communication for his contributions to understanding speech production and perception, as well as applying phonetic principles to study spoken language change over time.
Teaching children theory of mind enables them to engage in deception, suggesting a causal link between the cognitive ability and lying behavior. Children who received ToM training were more likely to lie in hide-and-seek tasks compared to those in control groups.
The Handbook of Computational Intelligence brings together experts to provide a systematic background for solving problems in various applications. It explores the intersection of nature-inspired approaches and computational methods, shedding light on hybrid systems and industrial applications.
Researchers measured radioactivity in infant formulas worldwide and found higher doses than reported limits but lower than recommended levels. Factors such as soil and raw material radioactivity affected levels, highlighting the need for improved monitoring.
A study by researchers at the University of Fribourg and the University of Paris-Saint-Denis found no evidence for a link between conspiracist thinking and perceptions of randomness. Instead, participants who reported strong conspiracy theories tended to report other types of conspiracist beliefs, but not necessarily an intention or de...
Research finds that men are associated with creativity and innovative thinking in the workplace, while women's achievements are often undervalued. This bias is perpetuated by stereotypes and can impact career advancement and recognition.
A comprehensive report finds telecommuting can boost job satisfaction and productivity, but only when implemented carefully. Key moderating factors include employee choice, scheduling control, relationships with supervisors and coworkers, and work dependency.
The new journal Heliyon publishes robust research in various disciplines, including Yard-long beans and cattle studies. The journal aims to improve the author, editor, reviewer, and reader experience using cutting-edge technologies.
A study of early-stage supermarket adoption in India finds that the lower middle class is driving growth and will drive demand for modern grocery retail. Supermarkets are more popular among upper and middle-middle classes, while mom-and-pop 'kirana' stores appeal to lower-income shoppers who value credit and home delivery services.
Researchers have recalculated the frictional strength of subduction zone faults worldwide, revealing low stresses in these areas despite potential for large earthquakes. The study suggests that even weak faults can accumulate stress to produce significant quakes.
The world's grassy biomes are under threat from conversion to agriculture and tree planting, which can lead to ecosystem degradation. Protecting these areas is crucial for preserving biodiversity and carbon storage capabilities.
A new study suggests that mindfulness meditation can make memories less accurate, leading to confusion between real and imagined experiences. Participants who engaged in a 15-minute mindfulness meditation session were more likely to falsely recall words from a list, even when the list did not include the actual word.
A team of researchers developed a system to study how materials respond to mechanical stress, enabling nondestructive characterization of structural materials. The tool could lead to aerospace components that are lighter and more tolerant to damage.
A study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science found evidence of mass breeding of raptors in ancient Egypt, including a mummified kestrel that died from force-feeding. The findings suggest that birds were kept and bred for religious purposes, with implications for falconry practices.
A six-year controlled burn experiment in an Amazonian rainforest found that trees can survive initial fire disturbance but not repeated or coupled disturbances. The study highlights the potential for grassland incursion to fuel future burns and reduce forest carbon stocks by up to 90%.
Chronic alcohol consumption lowers vitamin A levels in the liver while raising levels in other tissues, leading to reduced vitamin A function and its link to alcoholic liver disease. Novel treatments may focus on counteracting alcohol's impact on vitamin A levels in the liver.
A study found that island-dwelling Balkan green lizards have a longer small intestine and hindgut compared to their mainland counterparts. They also possess cecal valves, which slow down food passage and provide fermenting chambers, allowing them to digest more plant material.
A study co-authored by Queen's University professor Stanka Fitneva found that the replicability rate for psychology research is lower than expected. The researchers' most important finding was that less than half of their studies produced the same findings as the original study, suggesting that publication bias may be a major issue in ...
Research reveals differences in growth rates, parental care, and survival rates among tropical and temperate songbirds. Tropical birds tend to grow faster and have higher parental investment per offspring, leading to improved survival rates outside the nest.
Fossil skulls from 35 million year old sediments in Antarctica have shed light on the changes in penguin brains that accompanied their transition to water. The findings indicate that early penguins had many of the adaptations of living forms, while having a few unique traits not seen in modern ones.
Researchers tested Goffin cockatoos' ability to infer by exclusion, a cognitive capacity where animals choose between known and unknown stimuli. More than half of the birds showed evidence of this ability, indicating they could distinguish between rewarded and unrewarded stimuli.
The new online-only journal focuses on interdisciplinary discussion and debate in reproductive biomedicine, including its societal and cultural implications. The first issue covers a symposium of research on the history of the first IVF births.
A large-scale analysis of published research studies found that yoga therapy was most often used for mental health, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory disease. The study, published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, analyzed 28,000 study participants from 29 countries over 46 years.
Research conducted in Denmark found that temporary confinement of hyperprolific sows can reduce piglet mortality, but only if done between day 114 of gestation and four days after farrowing. The SWAP pen has been developed to provide a confinement option for loose-housed sows, aiming to balance sow welfare and piglet protection.
The book series will be published in six electronic issues per year, featuring topical review articles covering present and future trends in modern chemical research. This format allows for faster indexing, discovery, and citation of contributions.
The new journal aims to publish current research on scars, burns, and healing from a range of clinical and academic authors. The partnership between SAGE and The Katie Piper Foundation seeks to improve the delivery of burns rehabilitation and scar management.
The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada has selected Elsevier to publish its journal JOGC, a leading peer-reviewed publication on obstetrics and gynaecology. The partnership aims to improve the journal's content and services for its members and the wider medical community.
A new fleshbelly frog species, N. madreselva, has been discovered in the Peruvian cloud forest, characterized by its striking coloration and limited distribution. The species is threatened by deforestation, diseases, and agricultural activities, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts to protect amphibian biodiversity.
The International Dose-Response Society's official journal, Dose-Response, is now published by SAGE, covering experimental findings and non-linear dose-relationships. The journal aims to expand the reach of its research on hormone-like effects in low doses.
The Royal Tyrrell Museum's 30-year anniversary is celebrated with a special edition of Canadian Journal of Earth Sciences, featuring research papers on Alberta's geology and palaeontology. The journal recognizes the museum's contributions to understanding life on Earth.
Researchers found that using stainless steel containers and silverware for hot meals can decrease melamine levels in people's bodies by 41-92%. This practice could lower exposure to the industrial chemical, which has been linked to urinary stones and kidney problems.
A new study published in The FASEB Journal suggests that nutritional deficiencies can lead to chronic inflammation, which may be the underlying cause of weight gain. Participants who consumed nutrient bars daily for two months showed significant improvements in various health markers, including weight loss and improved cholesterol levels.
A new study suggests that spaceflight can disrupt intestinal homeostasis and increase colitis susceptibility in mice. The research found altered composition of intestinal bacteria, decreased regulatory T cells, and increased neutrophils in the colon tissues of hindlimb-suspended mice.
Two new hybrid species, Cornus × rutgersensis and Cornus × elwinortonii, have been formally named by Rutgers scientists. The hybrids were artificially created from wild species and are now widely grown across the US, Europe, and Japan. They possess unique characteristics such as larger bracts and resistance to disease.
Recent research identified optimal locations for targeted observations to improve forecast skill for ENSO, IOD, TCs, and KLM. The CNOP approach is superior for identifying optimal locations for TCs, while an ensemble approach revealed optimal initial errors for IOD events.
The International Journal of Surgery Open is a new peer-reviewed, online-only journal covering all areas of surgery. It will provide an outlet for high-quality original research on topics across the surgical spectrum, with rapid review, article-based publication, and permanent access.
A study found that participants who mimicked a partner's dilated pupils were more likely to trust them in an investment game. The researchers suggest that group membership plays an important role in interpreting pupil signals, and that mimicry of dilating pupils is particularly beneficial in in-group interactions.