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Researchers at Tel Aviv University develop new DNA delivery technology to neutralize lethal activity of drug-resistant bacterial pathogens. The innovation expands the range of bacteriophages, enabling manipulation and potentially leading to the development of new drugs.
Researchers will develop special channel soundings and software-defined radio systems to deliver ultra-reliability in emergency situations. They aim to address unique challenges such as link failures and signal blockage, enabling first responders to relay video in moving ambulances and control robots in restricted indoor environments.
Twenty PhD candidates from four universities in Singapore compete at Nanyang Technological University for the main prize of EUR 2,000 to attend the Asia-Pacific 3MT event. The 3MT competition aims to hone communication and presentation skills among young researchers.
Two Duke University-led studies confirm gray seals are making a comeback off the New England and eastern Canadian coasts using research drones, thermal cameras, and Google Earth. The findings suggest there are between 30,000 and 50,000 seals, with conservation efforts being successful.
Researchers created a new computing system that employs electronic oscillators to solve graph coloring tasks, a type of problem that challenges modern computers. The system works by harnessing the natural ability of oscillators to synchronize and operate at different phases, mimicking the solution to a graph coloring problem.
Researchers found that online ads decrease brain activity in frontal/prefrontal cortical areas, indicating a drop in concentration levels. The presence of ads also affects the frontal/prefrontal asymmetry index, with some subjects experiencing increased and others decreased activity.
The UNIST design team has developed Quietto, an interactive desk clock that uses a concrete and milled wood interface to show upcoming daily schedules. The award recognizes the unique approach to designing a tangible interface using concrete and introducing a new way of understanding time and schedule.
Scientists have discovered a way to revive mixed folded proteins by applying an electrostatic interaction between folded or denatured proteins and alumina nanoparticles. This breakthrough could simplify and reduce the production costs of drug proteins for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's treatment.
Researchers from ITMO University and Hebrew University have developed a method to recover protein structure after chemical denaturation, working for both specific molecules and multiprotein systems. The technology simplifies and cheapens the production of drug proteins for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's treatment.
Researchers developed an inexpensive acoustic listening system to monitor bees in flight, allowing farmers to track pollination and increase food production. The technology, published in PLOS ONE, could also engage global 'citizen scientists' in monitoring bee activity in their backyards.
A researcher at Lancaster University will study the impact of atmospheric technologies on airspace sovereignty and privacy using drones. The one-year fellowship aims to understand new regulations and technologies, including Amazon's drone-delivery services.
A new method for refining metals uses organic molecules and mechanical force to remove toxins, making it a more sustainable alternative to conventional techniques. The process has been successfully tested on several metals, including germanium, zinc, copper, manganese, and cobalt.
Yi Xie receives the fourth Tsinghua University Press-Springer Nano Research Award for her groundbreaking research on inorganic functional solids. Her work has contributed significantly to the field of inorganic solid state chemistry at the nanoscale, with promising applications in energy conversion.
Researchers from Kyoto University, Imperial College, and City University of Hong Kong have developed mixed matrix membranes that can capture and store carbon dioxide efficiently and cost-effectively. The new materials have the potential to reduce large project costs by up to tenfold, making CCS technology more politically acceptable.
Researchers at the University of Central Florida have developed a new screening tool for Parkinson's disease using CRISPR technology. The tool allows scientists to monitor brain protein alpha-synuclein levels, which can help identify potential treatments.
A new millimeter-wave amplifier developed by Hiroshima University and Mie Fujitsu Semiconductor can operate at a power supply voltage of 0.5 V, significantly reducing energy consumption and increasing reliability. This technology has the potential to improve driver-assistance and self-driving capabilities in vehicles.
A new study from WashU Medicine shows that stroke patients can regain some control over their paralyzed hands using a brain-computer interface. After 12 weeks of therapy, participants' scores increased an average of 6.2 points on a scale measuring motor skills.
Researchers have redesigned a portion of an FDA-approved drug to treat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), restoring the central nervous system's immune defenses. The new therapy may boost self-cleansing mechanism of the human brain, improving lives of millions.
A new metasurface-based technology has been tested on humans, providing higher signals from local brain regions and potentially reducing image acquisition time or acquiring higher resolution images. The use of metasurfaces could improve MRI comfort for patients and disease diagnosis.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a new type of nanocatalyst that can significantly reduce the need for platinum in fuel cells. The nanoalloy allows for mass production, making it suitable for large-scale commercial breakthroughs and potentially replacing fossil fuels.
Researchers have demonstrated a causal connection between deep sleep and learning efficiency in the human brain. By manipulating deep sleep in targeted brain regions, they found that learning efficiency was blocked when synapses remained maximally excited without recovery.
Researchers at Ben-Gurion University have developed a new biomedical polymer that targets damaged tissue, reducing existing plaque and preventing further progression and inflammation. The therapy has shown promising results in mice, improving myocardial function, decreasing inflammation, and thinning arteries.
Next-generation rechargeable batteries require high energy density and cost efficiency. Functional membrane separators improve cycling stability in various battery systems. Smart and sustainable separators enhance safety performance by creating homogeneous environments for lithium deposition.
Researchers found that VR pornography can create a sense of 'perfection' leading to addictive and extreme content. The team calls for greater responsibility in developing this technology, including alternative scenarios where participants assume different roles.
Researchers identified phosphorene-like SiS and SiSe as promising anode materials for sodium-ion batteries. These materials exhibit high theoretical specific capacities and low volume changes, ensuring good structural stability.
Researchers have found that Bitcoin's transparent and irreversible transaction features are also vulnerable to fraud, allowing dishonest traders to scam users. The study suggests designing improvements such as reputation management systems, third-party arbitration, and revealing identities of one-use only wallets to deter dishonesty.
Researchers at Kaunas University of Technology are developing multifunctional scales to monitor health and detect potentially life-threatening conditions. The scales can measure arterial stiffness and even recognize the development of hyperkalemia, a condition that requires dialysis.
Researchers assessed existing research on moral enhancement technologies, including pharmaceutical interventions and neurostimulation techniques. The study found that these technologies are unlikely to improve morality and may have unintended consequences.
Researchers have developed a new algorithm to optimize battery power consumption in smart home systems. The system learns to adapt to real-time electricity rates and minimizes grid power needed while extending battery life. Future work will investigate avoiding damage caused by frequent charging and discharging modes.
The University of Plymouth and a collaboration of Cornish and national partners have been awarded £2.7m European funding to improve the use of e-health in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
A study by Emily Howell at Iowa State University suggests that playing Pokémon GO can enhance students' writing and research skills. By incorporating different modes of communication, such as gestures and visuals, the game provides a unique platform for students to practice multimodal text and develop their communication skills.
A new paper suggests investing in utility-scale electricity storage, carbon capture, and solar power can reduce energy costs while reducing emissions. These technologies provide flexibility in the energy system and can help economies by creating new industries.
Electrick, a low-cost touch sensing technology, can turn objects of almost any shape into touchpads. The system uses electric field tomography to sense finger touches and detect locations with an accuracy of one centimeter.
Dr. Satinder Kaur Brar's groundbreaking research has led to the development of a new hybrid technology that can effectively remove emerging trace contaminants from drinking water and wastewater using green chemistry principles. The technology, which combines different treatment technologies with enzymes, has been recognized for its pot...
A new study from Duke University found that adolescents already at risk for mental health issues face increased attention, behavior, and self-regulation problems when using technology. However, excessive digital device use was also linked to fewer symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a user-friendly, inexpensive device called CAPTIVE that allows users to manipulate 3D virtual objects in six degrees of freedom. With minimal latency and cost, CAPTIVE offers a significant improvement over existing technologies.
Scientists at Georgia Institute of Technology and Peking University have developed a new technique for creating self-folding three-dimensional origami structures using photocurable liquid polymers. The process involves projecting a grayscale pattern onto the polymer, causing it to form a solid film through crosslinking reactions.
A longitudinal study found that parents who fed their children to soothe negative feelings were more likely to have them eat emotionally later on. Parents whose children were easily comforted by food also tended to feed them for emotional reasons, creating a bidirectional relation between emotional feeding and eating.
Researchers at Peter the Great Saint-Petersburg Polytechnic University developed a new construction technology using nanostructured high-strength lightweight concrete. The system increases load-carrying capacity by over 200% and offers enhanced corrosion resistance, frost resistance, and seismic activity tolerance.
Researchers designed a new technology that uses machine learning to model personal sleep patterns based on recorded sounds made during sleep. This method allows doctors to diagnose patients under normal sleeping conditions, leading to better treatment outcomes.
A study published in BMC Psychiatry found that individuals with post-traumatic stress symptoms experienced significant clinical improvements after using HIRREM, a computer-based closed-loop neurotechnology. The technology uses real-time brain activity monitoring and algorithmic analysis to produce personalized acoustic stimulation, res...
A team of scientists has developed an algorithm called PhenomeNET Variant Predictor (PVP) that can identify genetic changes in patients with genetic disorders. PVP uses data from non-human model organisms and a large database of gene-to-phenotype associations to prioritize variants with their likelihood of involvement in human disease.
A research group at Toyohashi University of Technology has developed a technology that can recognize Japanese digits and monosyllables with 90% and 60% accuracy, respectively, using brain waves. This achievement paves the way for an EEG-activated typewriter and potentially empowers handicapped individuals to regain voice communication.
The study emphasizes the need for new labor data to assess and predict how computer and robotic technologies affect workplaces. Researchers recommend focusing on uniquely human characteristics in education and training to prepare students for a constantly changing workforce.
Researchers have developed a new 3D printing method that allows for the creation of objects with permanent shape-shifting capabilities. The method uses shape memory polymers and can achieve significant time and material savings.
The new technology could enable teams of robots to conduct surveillance as a single entity with many eyes, detecting suspicious actors and activities. Researchers plan early tests on the Cornell campus, using research robots to surveil crowded areas while drawing on existing webcams.
Researchers developed nondestructive nanowire technology to record electrical activity of neurons with high sensitivity and resolution. The technology enables simultaneous measurement of multiple neurons and can isolate individual signals, paving the way for accelerated drug development and better understanding of brain function.
A UTSA student-led team has received a $50,000 NSF grant to continue developing their infrared medical camera, InfraVein. The team will travel to Boston for the NSF I-Corps seminar series, where they will test their business model and market strategy with potential customers.
NYU Assistant Professor Miguel Modestino has developed a method to create nylon-like textiles while capturing carbon dioxide from the environment. The process uses photovoltaic arrays, water, and plant waste to produce hexanediamine, one of the precursors to nylon.
Researchers developed a new technology using nanopowders to modify aluminum alloys, improving operational properties and reducing energy costs. The innovative method has the potential to transform the metallurgy industry, with key customers including major producers of primary aluminum.
Research suggests that omega-3 fatty acids can diminish inflammatory processes contributing to type 1 diabetes. Increasing omega-3 FA consumption improved glucose metabolism and reduced diabetes occurrence in a mouse model.
Researchers developed a continuous monitoring system to detect potential machine faults through sensor analysis. The system can identify subtle changes in signal patterns, allowing for early warning of damage or mechanical wear.
Engineers have developed a technology to cool hotspots in high-performance electronics by leveraging the same physical phenomenon that cleans cicadas' wings. Droplets jump toward hotspots, bringing cooling where it's needed most, and the results appear online.
The Graphene Experience Zone at GSMA Mobile World Congress 2017 featured 20 demonstrators and prototypes showcasing graphene-enhanced mobile technologies. Key highlights included the BAC Mono graphene-enhanced car, which improved fuel efficiency and performance.
A PolyU research team has developed a fast, affordable and accurate 3D fingerprint identification system. The system uses a single camera and LED lights to capture high-frequency information in 3D fingerprints, achieving an accuracy of around 97%.
A new method developed by Deva Ramanan and Peiyun Hu reduces error rates for detecting tiny faces in images by a factor of two, resulting in 81% accuracy. The approach leverages context, including body shapes and crowd compositions, to improve object detection.
A team of MSU scientists mapped a giant Samba virus using DIY cryo-electron microscopy technology, revealing its structure and biological mechanisms. The breakthrough could lead to new treatments for diseases caused by similar viruses.
Researchers use new telescope images to reveal the emergence of small-scale magnetic fields in the corona, which may trigger solar flares. The study suggests that these magnetic field structures are linked to the onset of a main flare and could help predict flares with more precision.
A team of researchers has designed a standard set of building-blocks to assemble complex structures and engineer arbitrary 3D metamaterials. The breakthrough aims to overcome the bottleneck in translating scientific progress to commercial applications.
Penn State researchers found that black and Latino students tend to move into charter schools with higher racial isolation, while white students move to more diverse schools. This study highlights the need for educational equity and raises questions about school-choice policy's effects on fostering racially diverse schools.