Articles tagged with Scientific Journals
Researchers found that people consistently estimate their dominant hand to be less magnified than other objects under the same degree of magnification. This finding suggests that our bodies are used as perceptual metrics, allowing us to attribute changes in perceived size to changes in the world rather than our own body.
Elsevier has launched an open-access journal called Sensing and Bio-Sensing Research, which focuses on new concepts and practical applications of bio-sensing technologies. The journal aims to promote novel sensing and biosensing technologies to the research community and exploitation partners.
The new peer-reviewed open access journal will publish original manuscripts on disease prevention, health promotion, and public health policymaking. It aims to broaden understanding by including a wider selection of geographic and population-specific studies.
The European Menopause and Andropause Society (EMAS) has published a position statement on breast cancer screening, recommending individualized screening based on familial risk and first screening mammogram results. This approach aims to reduce overdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments for slowly growing tumors.
A new study reveals that people are drawn to others with shared political beliefs due to their body odor. Researchers found that individuals rated the smell of those with aligned ideologies as more attractive.
Orlin D. Velev, a leading colloid scientist, received the prestigious Colloid and Polymer Science Lecture award for his groundbreaking research in particle assembly, nanostructures, and biosensors. The award recognizes his innovative work in fostering international scientific exchange in the field of colloid and polymer science.
A new study published in Psychological Science suggests that sharing painful experiences can lead to increased cooperation and bonding within groups. Researchers found that participants who underwent painful tasks reported higher levels of group bonding and were more willing to cooperate with their group members.
New research reveals that people with lower social connections have a higher threshold for determining animacy in faces. This suggests that individuals with high social connection desires prioritize recognizing human-like features less to form connections. The study sheds light on the role of social motivation in face perception and ma...
A new species of parasitoid wasp, Spasskia brevicarinata, has been discovered in China, adding to the genus Spasskia. The newly identified species exhibits distinct characteristics, including a short ridge on its first tergite.
Children show stronger food craving than adolescents and adults but can use a cognitive strategy to reduce it by 16%, according to new research. The study's findings have implications for interventions to curb childhood obesity and suggest that brain areas involved in regulating craving differ depending on body mass.
A recent study by MIT scholars reveals that retracted papers can have a significant impact on the field, causing a relative decline in citations and funding. The study highlights the need for scientists to describe the nature of each retraction in more detail, as well as the importance of separating scientific value from misconduct.
A recent study found that public trust in others and confidence in societal institutions have reached their lowest point in over three decades. The decline is attributed to the increasing wealth gap and poverty, leading to a perception of distrust among people towards each other and large corporations.
Analytical Chemistry Research is a quarterly open access journal focusing on fundamental research in analytical theory and methodology. The journal aims to publish innovative approaches to instrumental, chemical, and biological analysis, with an emphasis on novel technologies and their applications.
Research finds young multiparous women and those living in remote areas are at greatest risk of unplanned deliveries, which may increase infant mortality. The study suggests that limited access to proper medical care contributes to the increased risk.
A new study reveals that a lifelong gluten-free diet may not be enough to control the complications of celiac disease. Researchers found that patients with celiac disease may experience metabolic disorders and functional abnormalities due to inflammation, which can lead to malnutrition and impaired glucose metabolism.
A study published in BioScience argues that the US Environmental Protection Agency's pesticide risk assessment practices are flawed, inviting bias towards industry interests. The agency's reliance on manufacturer-funded studies and rigid inclusion criteria may lead to incomplete assessments. The authors recommend improving the process ...
Researchers have developed a novel strategy to diagnose diabetic retinopathy by detecting the early molecular changes caused by diabetes on the endothelium of retinal vessels. This allows for early detection and potential intervention to prevent irreversible structural damage.
New research reveals that capturing ordinary experiences can lead to pleasurable rediscoveries in the future. Studies show that people underestimate the value of everyday events, leading to missed opportunities for enjoyment. By documenting mundane moments, individuals can give their future selves the joy of rediscovery.
A study on the Gulf of Mexico microbial communities revealed significant changes in population sizes and community structures after the 2010 Macondo blowout. Oil-degrading microbes were found to persist even after the dissipation of the initial plume, while large flocs of marine "snow" formed rapidly and settled near the wellhead.
New research found an epigenetic link between a mother's diet and an offspring's risk of future obesity. Excess methylation on the Pomc gene blocks its expression, leading to delayed satiety response and increased food intake.
The European Society of Cardiology has launched a new journal focused on cardiovascular pharmacotherapy, aiming to improve the treatment of patients with cardiovascular disease. The journal will publish original research, invited editorials, and reviews by prestigious authors, with the goal of becoming the leading journal in this field.
A systematic review and meta-analysis published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that auriculotherapy may be an effective treatment for chronic constipation. The study analyzed the results of 17 published studies and concluded that auriculotherapy can help alleviate symptoms associated with constipation.
Research suggests that individuals with higher levels of yellow pigment in the eye may be better able to see distant objects in hazy conditions. This is due to the yellow pigment filtering out short-wavelength light, also known as blue haze, and allowing for improved visibility.
New research suggests that anticipating experiential purchases can bring more enjoyable anticipation and greater happiness. Studies show that people tend to report higher levels of happiness when thinking about future experiential purchases compared to material ones.
A new study by the Institute of Food Technologists found that okra extracts can be used as a stabilizer in ice cream, improving texture and extending shelf life. The naturally extracted stabilizers offer an alternative to traditional stabilizers, making them suitable for the ice cream industry.
Researchers found that elasticity, free oil, moisture, water activity, and transition temperature influence color uniformity of cheeses. Mozzarella can be combined with less burnt cheeses like Gruyere or provolone to create a gourmet pizza.
The new connectors are designed by an international standards process, reducing misconnection risks that can be fatal to patients. They will greatly reduce the occurrence of misconnections and ensure safer delivery of fluids, medications, or nutrition formulas.
Researchers at University of California, Berkeley and University of Denver discovered that we rely on a specialized visual process known as 'ensemble coding' to perceive where a crowd is looking. This enables us to tell where a group of people is looking even after just a fraction of a second.
A recent study by the British Geological Survey has analyzed the bone and tooth chemistry of King Richard III, revealing a change in diet and location in his early childhood and later life. The research suggests that Richard had a high status diet with expensive food and drink when he became king.
ChemTexts offers contemporary knowledge at a high didactic level for students and lecturers, with peer-reviewed texts and supplementary materials like videos and animated presentations.
A new Dutch study finds that elective C-sections significantly reduce infant mortality in breech presentations, with a 10-fold increase in fetal mortality for vaginal deliveries. Researchers analyzed 58,320 term breech births and found that elective C-section rates increased from 24% to 60%, resulting in a decrease of infant mortality.
Researchers developed a way to coax flat sheets of composite materials into complex robots that crawl and turn. The new approach allows for rapid assembly, scalability, and high strength-to-weight ratio, making it ideal for mass production and diverse applications.
Gastroenterology and Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology journals received record-high impact factors, with Gastroenterology having the highest at 13.9. The journals' commitment to disseminating top clinical research is recognized by the GI community.
New research in the FASEB Journal suggests that a specific combination of lipids contributes to how living creatures capture sunlight and convert it into energy. This natural combination is strikingly conserved throughout evolution, indicating its importance for ensuring light capture and conversion.
A study found that people exhibit implicit racial, religious, and age-based hierarchies, favoring their own group above others. This contradicts the idea of social equality, suggesting people's biases may be influenced by cultural beliefs and personal identities.
Direct C–H transformations aim to perform synthetic chemistry in a greener and more atom-economical way. Several generations of chemists collectively made significant progress in inert aliphatic C–H bond functionalization.
Researchers found a systematic connection between FMD, bone abnormalities, and TGF-beta pathway activation. The study suggests that FMD may not be limited to arteries and is a systemic disease with altered TGF-β expression.
The article discusses the role of pills in modern medicine, highlighting both their therapeutic benefits and adverse effects. Coauthors suggest that pills should be used more selectively and viewed as a
The article introduces a proof-of-concept figure that generates data 'on the fly' when an online article is viewed. Readers can select parameters to alter the generated figure, allowing for self-evaluation of the data. This innovation aims to improve transparency and reproducibility in scientific publishing.
A new species of mayfly, Labiobaetis soldani, has been discovered in the Indian Western Ghats. The larvae have distinctive light-brown heads and antennae, while adults are similar in size to those of related species.
Researchers Neus Isern and Joaquim Fort developed a model to estimate the impact of language substitution and predict the speed of language expansion. Their study applies this tool to languages such as Welsh, Quechua, and Scottish Gaelic, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts.
Research suggests that cultural stereotypes form and evolve as social information is repeatedly passed down a chain of individuals. Stereotypes become simpler, more structured, and easier to learn, reflecting cognitive limitations and biases.
Researchers found a significant increase in hospital admissions among young Ontarians during their 19th birthday week, with spikes also observed at other ages. Birthday-related drinking was associated with upsurges in hospital admissions, particularly for alcohol-related events.
A study published in Psychological Science found that individuals with high subjective knowledge are more prone to choice overload and are less likely to purchase products with numerous options. In contrast, those with low subjective knowledge tend to prefer a wide range of choices when the information is easily understandable.
Researchers found that preschoolers aged 3-5 can assess the strength of their memories and make decisions based on self-assessments. The study suggests that even young children display some ability to reflect on their own knowledge, which has important implications for educational practices.
Preconditioning stem cells prior to transplantation is crucial for improving their survival and therapeutic function. Current methods include exposing stem cells to microenvironments, creating three-dimensional aggregates, or using hydrogels to prepare them for the environment found in damaged tissue.
A new planthopper species, Conosimus baenai, has been discovered in southern Spain. It differs from other Conosimus genus species due to its unique forewing coloration and vein patterns.
Researchers used evolutionary game theory models to study information flow in the natural world, finding that arbitrary signals can come to mean something through a natural process. This discovery may help explain how words gain meaning and acquire meaning through biological evolution, social learning, or other adaptive processes.
Elsevier has launched Bone Reports, an open access journal publishing research articles and case reports on basic, translational, and clinical aspects of bone and mineral metabolism. The journal aims to publish reproducibility studies and null findings, complementing its sister journal Bone.
Rapidly accumulating molecular sequence data is changing our understanding of major animal groups' evolution. Organismal biologists are needed to ensure their scenarios remain consistent with new information and evaluate alternative perspectives.
Elsevier's new open access journal Burnout Research aims to discuss and debate theories and applications of burnout. The first issue is now available on ScienceDirect, providing a central platform for researchers, practitioners, and policy-makers to share new ideas and information.
The new journal aims to encourage scientific debate by sharing unpublished, negative study results. Published work will include research articles and short communications covering fundamental plant sciences.
Researchers found US-based scientists are underrepresented in studies on innate variation's role in athletic performance due to lack of government funding and ideological opposition. This gap affects the scientific study of sport and its biological and environmental correlates.
The fossilized remains of Pelagornis sandersi, an extinct giant bird, have been identified as having the largest wingspan of any bird to have lived. The species is estimated to have traveled long distances across ocean waters in search of prey.
A new study published in Science finds that subsurface wastewater injection is likely causing the dramatic increase in earthquakes in central Oklahoma since 2009. The research suggests that adherence to standard best practices can reduce the risk of inducing seismicity.
A study published in Environmental Science & Technology found that green building standards can significantly improve indoor air quality, leading to reduced symptoms of respiratory problems like asthma. Residents in green homes reported 47% fewer 'sick building syndrome' symptoms, including headaches and eye irritation.
A recent study published in Psychological Science found that accumulated practice accounts for only about 12% of individual differences in performance across various domains. The study suggests that domain-specific factors, such as age and cognitive abilities, may play a more significant role in determining expertise.
A large-scale search of a national medical database found that St. John's wort is often prescribed with medications that may result in adverse reactions, such as serotonin syndrome or heart disease. The study highlights the importance of caution when combining St. John's wort with other medications.
A new species of moth has been identified and named after the Cherokee Nation, in honor of Chief Attakullakulla's legacy. The species, Cherokeea attakullakulla, is a small, inconspicuous moth found in the southern Appalachian Mountains.
The article discusses the need for practical models of low vision to predict real-world object visibility, as well as research on increasing reading accessibility through electronic readers. Dr. Legge's work emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration between researchers, developers, and design professionals.