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A recent study reveals that thalidomide causes developmental abnormalities by inducing the breakdown of two types of p63 proteins, leading to limb defects and ear damage. The findings may contribute to the re-emergence of safe, non-teratogenic thalidomide-derived drugs as cancer and inflammatory disease treatments.
A new global health initiative, NEST360°, aims to reduce newborn mortality in sub-Saharan Africa by 50% through improved hospital care. The $68M program will focus on developing affordable technologies and training for hospitals in four initial countries, with plans to expand to the rest of the continent.
A previously unknown species of pterosaur was discovered in Australia, with characteristics suggesting it may be a late-surviving member of the Anhanguera genus. The fossil, which includes parts of the skull and five vertebrae, is considered the most complete pterosaur specimen ever found in Australia.
Researchers explored methods of organization, innovation, and academic peculiarities in Russian universities. They highlighted the importance of studying non-Western practices and filling knowledge gaps on Russian academic research history.
A new concept for an aluminum battery has twice the energy density of previous versions and is made of abundant materials, potentially leading to reduced production costs and environmental impact. The idea could be used in large-scale applications such as solar and wind energy storage.
PlaneEnglish, an app-based aviation radio simulator, has received a $50,000 grant from the Air Force to improve flight training. The simulator helps pilots acquire radio communication proficiency in realistic environments, enhancing situational awareness and response skills.
Researchers at Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology developed a bouncing ball model to predict tractor overturns. The model aims to reduce the rate of overturned tractors, a leading cause of death for farmers worldwide.
Researchers at MU College of Engineering developed eye-tracking technology to improve collision avoidance warnings and reduce distracted driving crashes. By analyzing pupil size, the system can detect driver distraction and adjust warning levels accordingly.
Researchers have developed a new CRISPR technology to accurately regulate and edit genomes in human cells, opening up nearly 90% of CRISPR-Cas systems. This approach has shown promise for biomedical research, gene therapies, and other applications.
Researchers at NTU Singapore have developed a technique to observe how radiation damages molecules over time-frames of just one quadrillionth of a second. The technique allows for the study of biological tissue and molecules with greater precision, revealing complex vibrational frequencies that were previously unseen.
Researchers have created a low-cost, noninvasive hair-growth-stimulating technology that uses gentle electric pulses to reactivate dormant follicles. The devices are powered by the wearer's day-to-day motion and show promise in stimulating hair growth with minimal side effects.
A team of physicists and engineers measured the tensile strengths of individual structure-defined single-walled carbon nanotubes, finding that their strength depends on both the chiral angle and diameter. The study provides a fundamental insight into developing super-strong and ultra-lightweight materials.
A team of researchers has developed a framework to reduce energy consumption in data centers by up to several orders of magnitude compared to traditional technologies. The approach uses digital logic processes called AQFP and balances the estimation of power needed to process through the system with the energy that the system dissipates.
The Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) has selected ten educators for its inaugural Equity Fellowship, a year-long program aimed at increasing diversity in computer science education. The fellows will share their inclusive teaching practices and leadership to drive change across the country and worldwide.
Cody Friesen, associate professor at ASU, wins the Lemelson-MIT Prize for his invention of SOURCE Hydropanels, a technology that generates clean drinking water from sunlight and air. The prize money will support a project in Colombia to provide SOURCE Hydropanels to communities in need.
JUA Technologies International, a Purdue University-affiliated startup, received federal and state grants worth $150,000 to further develop its solar-powered crop-drying devices. The technology aims to reduce food waste by enabling efficient drying of various crops, resulting in significant economic benefits for small growers.
The Crispr method enables researchers to monitor proteins' function live under natural conditions, eliminating the need for overproduction. This facilitates analysis of genes and gene products, allowing for more accurate results.
Researchers at Kaunas University of Technology and Helmholtz Zentrum Berlin created a tandem perovskite-CIGS solar cell with an efficiency of 23.26%, shattering the previous record value. The cell's intermediate layer of organic molecules enables self-assembling on rough surfaces.
Researchers investigated the impact of dicamba-based spray mixtures on pH levels. The study found that BAPMA formulations increased pH, while potassium salt of glyphosate decreased it. Understanding pH effects is crucial for sustainable and environmentally responsible use of dicamba products.
Nine corporations and a university research team participated in the Mobile Monitoring Challenge, testing 10 promising technologies for finding natural gas leaks swiftly and cheaply. The technologies were effective at detecting leaks, but most need to improve their ability to quantify the size of the leaks.
The Else Kröner-Fresenius Center for Digital Health Dresden aims to harness digital technologies in medicine to improve patient care. The center will provide a practical framework for patient-orientated research and establish an eHealth campus directly on the University Hospital's premises.
A multidisciplinary team from NYU Tandon School of Engineering is conducting foundational research to understand the impact of AI on expert work in healthcare. The project aims to redesign technology, workflow, and interactions to improve the effective use of healthcare technologies and human capabilities.
Juha Muhonen's research group aims to solve a key issue in creating large-scale quantum platforms in silicon. The new quantum hybrid platform combines quantum elements with nano-optomechanical elements to enable practical applications of silicon quantum technologies.
Frontera, the fastest academic supercomputer in the world, is set to revolutionize scientific research in the US. With its leadership-class computing capability, Frontera will support complex science applications in fields like black hole physics, climate modeling, and drug design.
Researchers propose atom-to-atom strategy to address electrode-electrolyte contact issue in solid-state Li batteries. By creating epitaxial interfaces, they achieve intimate contact between solid electrolytes and electrodes, resulting in improved rate performances and energy density.
A global study found that satisfaction is the most popular metric for marketing decisions worldwide. The study analyzed over 4,000 marketing plans from 1,600 companies across 16 countries, revealing a significant relationship between total metric use and marketing performance.
Researchers from RMIT University have developed a cost-efficient method to fabricate textiles embedded with energy storage devices. In just three minutes, this technology can produce a 10x10cm smart textile patch that's waterproof, stretchable and readily integrated with solar or other sources of power.
A team from North Carolina State University created a technique called Wi-Fi-Assisted Inertial Odometry (WIO) to track devices in near-real time. WIO uses Wi-Fi signals and accelerometer technology to accurately measure speed and distance, correcting errors made by inertial measurement units.
University Hospitals has received a $1 million grant from the Ohio Opioid Technology Challenge to further develop its opioid pill tracking technology. The platform, UH Care Continues, helped keep over 12,000 prescription opioid pills out of circulation in just six months by leveraging algorithms to prompt clinicians to evaluate patient...
The university's Extended Reality Initiative aims to create immersive video experiences for teacher training, improving authenticity and engagement. The team will explore the use of 360-degree videos with multiple cameras and prompts to enhance learning.
Researchers at USC found that adapted AR glasses can improve patients' mobility by 50% and grasp performance by 70% for those with retinitis pigmentosa. The technology provides visual color cues to help individuals with constricted peripheral vision interpret complex environments.
Researchers from Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology found that Japanese cedar and cypress trees' pollen dispersal patterns synchronizes across Japan, with strong phase synchronization in eastern regions. This discovery can help improve pollen forecasting, crucial for managing allergic rhinitis symptoms.
The study models a system using light to generate an electromagnetic field, polarizing neutral nanoparticles made of insulating materials. The technique has the potential to provide thrust for tiny spacecraft without an electrical power supply.
Japanese scientists found that observing one's own hand movements in video-assisted therapy enhances brain activity and speeds up rehabilitation for stroke patients. This technique promotes brain plasticity, allowing the brain to rewire and regain movement and senses.
Quantifying physicochemical properties is crucial for understanding drug interactions and mechanisms. The article highlights the importance of using contemporary methods to improve subpar testing outcomes, enabling better structure-property relationships and accelerated predictive models.
A team of scientists led by OHIO Professor Saw-Wai Hla developed a molecular propeller that enables unidirectional rotations on a material surface when energized. The tiny propeller, composed of three components, can be controlled using an electric field or mechanical force.
University of Washington researchers developed a prototype toolkit called ShareAR to build collaborative AR features without compromising user privacy and security. The team created 'ghost objects' to signal the physical location of private virtual content, addressing concerns around data breaches and harassment.
Researchers have developed a method to extract hydrogen from oil sands, which can be used to power hydrogen-powered vehicles and generate electricity. The process is cheap, with costs estimated at around 10-50 cents per kilo, making it potentially more economically viable than current methods.
A tiny lab-on-a-chip can screen hundreds of drug compounds in just a few hours, revealing their effect on blood and quickly identifying those with potential clinical use. The technology accelerates the discovery and development of new anti-clotting therapies, potentially improving heart attack and stroke prevention.
Researchers create BodyNet, a wearable technology that detects physiological signals from the skin using RFID technology. The system tracks heart rate, respiration, and muscle movements, providing accurate readings without interfering with daily behavior.
For the first time, researchers have demonstrated the three-dimensional quantum Hall effect, a phenomenon predicted over 30 years ago. The discovery was made using a unique material called ZrTe5, which exhibits signatures of the 3D QHE at low temperatures under moderate magnetic fields.
Researchers at the University of Kent studied magnetic monopoles and found that they can 'tunnel' through energy barriers, enabling their motion. This breakthrough could signal the development of new technologies based on moving magnetic monopoles instead of electric charges.
A study by University of East Anglia and others found that tourists' emotions shift from anxiety to enjoyment during digital detox, with increased focus on surroundings and social connections. Participants reported improved experiences and willingness for future digital detoxes, especially in rural destinations.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology are developing new contactless exhaust measurement methods that can detect vehicle emissions in real-time. The technology uses tuning forks to measure particles in the air, allowing for accurate detection of pollutant emissions from vehicles.
The University of Hawaii at Manoa Institute for Astronomy has received a $1.1 million grant to install an adaptive secondary mirror on the UH 2.2-meter telescope on Maunakea, enabling corrected images free from atmospheric blurring effects.
Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology discovered a protein involved in TAG production under phosphorus-depleted conditions. This finding has the potential to improve TAG yield and make biofuel production more efficient and cost-effective.
Purdue researchers develop waterproof, breathable, and antibacterial clothing that can power electronic devices through simple embroidery. This innovation uses omniphobic triboelectric nanogenerators to turn clothing into self-powered remotes, providing a convenient interface with machines and the Internet of Things.
Researchers at Columbia University School of Engineering developed a robotic cane that provides light-touch assistance in walking, improving stability and balance. The device, called CANINE, acts as a mobile assistant to track a person's gait and provide support, resulting in narrower strides and increased gait stability.
A Cornell University study found that foreign-born PhDs are less likely to work at startups, citing visa policies as a key obstacle. Despite applying at the same rate as US citizens, they often choose large companies with resources to sponsor visas.
A study by Roach and Skrentny found that foreign-born STEM PhDs are 56% less likely to accept startup job offers than their US-born counterparts, despite equal likelihood of applying and receiving offers. The researchers suggest that visa reforms could strengthen the startup workforce.
Scientists at Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology found that hazardous chemicals from plastics ingested by seabirds accumulate in their tissues. The study detected additives such as UV stabilizers and brominated flame retardants in 4.6% and 2.1% of seabird samples, respectively.
Graspable Inc. will develop its app prototype into a classroom-ready product, providing instant step-by-step feedback and creating teacher reports for formative assessment. The company aims to increase engagement and algebra performance in students, particularly those struggling with algebraic notation.
Carnegie Mellon researchers create functional heart components using FRESH technology, which enables bioprinting of complex tissues and organs. The breakthrough overcomes a major printing obstacle, allowing for high-fidelity structures and dynamic biological materials.
New research shows that tabletop devices can improve restaurant service and customer satisfaction, increasing sales per minute by 11%. Tabletop technology allows customers to view menu items, re-order beverages, and pay for meals, reducing meal duration by 10% and boosting sales by 1% per check.
Researchers are working on developing wireless sensors to communicate with prosthetic devices, aiming to improve the performance of prosthetics for individuals with upper limb amputations. The new technology has exciting implications for those facing limb loss, and will be tested on amputees next year.
Researchers from the University of Warwick have discovered that deformations and defects in solar cell structures can prevent photo-excited carriers from recombining, leading to enhanced conversion efficiency. This finding has potential applications in improving UV light sensor sensitivity and increasing solar cell efficiency.
Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology have found that electricity-driven reactions in deep-sea hydrothermal environments can reduce metal sulfides to native metals, promoting the reduction of organic compounds and potentially facilitating prebiotic chemistry. This discovery has implications for understanding the universality and...
Researchers at Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University have developed a new metallic alloy that can be used in magnetic refrigeration technology, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional refrigerants like freon. The manganese-arsenic alloy shows promising results for solid-state cooling at room temperature.
Researchers at SMART and MIT have developed a technology that significantly accelerates the genetic engineering of microbes used to manufacture chemicals for urban farming. The new technology enables faster, cheaper, and more accurate plasmid construction using standard reusable parts.
In a study published in Scientific Reports, researchers found that changing gravity levels altered the bone mass of mice's forefoot and boosted their leg muscles. The findings suggest new avenues for developing treatments for skeletal diseases like osteoporosis and sarcopenia.