A new study by researchers at the National Institutes of Health found that women diagnosed and treated for breast cancer have increased biological aging compared to those who remain free of breast cancer. Radiation therapy showed the strongest association with faster biological aging, while surgery had no effect.
SourceNIH/National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences·JournalJNCI Journal of the National Cancer Institute·DateJul 19, 2023
A University of Queensland-led survey found non-native English speakers need up to twice as much time to conduct scientific activities, with papers rejected two-and-a-half times more. The study highlights the challenges faced by non-native English speakers in academia, which can lead to stagnated careers and a loss of potential contrib...
SourceUniversity of Queensland·JournalPLOS Biology·DateJul 18, 2023
In a post-truth era, Americans tend to trust information sources with good intentions over those with malicious intent. When presented with claims of fact, participants classified them as true more often if the source was trying to provide an approximate account rather than a precise one.
SourceBoston College·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 17, 2023
The American Phytopathological Society has published a focus issue on critical biosecurity gaps in US plant disease diagnostics, highlighting the need for harmonized diagnostics within the agricultural biosecurity system. The focus issue addresses assay validation methods, including high-throughput screening and PCR/RPA techniques.
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The PhRMA Foundation is launching a grant program to fund research on the use of digital health technologies in diverse populations. The program aims to advance regulatory decision-making and promote health equity. Eligible applicants must submit letters of intent by September 29, 2023.
The new Clinical Research Unit will investigate autoantibodies' role in neurological disorders, focusing on diagnosis and treatment. Researchers expect innovative therapies for patients with previously suspected diseases.
Researchers at MIT are developing a continuous mRNA manufacturing platform to improve vaccine development and production. The pilot-scale system aims to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and facilitate collaboration in the biopharmaceutical industry.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateJul 13, 2023
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
Researchers have found a source for the mysterious alignment of planetary nebulae near the Galactic Centre, attributing it to close binary stars. The study confirms the alignment but also reveals that specific groups of planets are responsible.
SourceUniversity of Manchester·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal Letters·DateJul 13, 2023
Prof. Dr. Marta Litter takes over as Editor-In-Chief of Journal of Photocatalysis, bringing her extensive expertise and experience to lead the journal into a new era of excellence. Her research on heterogeneous photocatalysis and iron-based nanomaterials has led to over 250 scientific publications.
SourceBentham Science Publishers·JournalJournal of Photocatalysis·DateJul 11, 2023
The IBS-KAI Conference will focus on viral diseases and immunology, featuring over 20 international experts. The conference aims to prepare for responses to future infectious diseases, including those with pandemic potentials.
A recent public engagement project uses street theatre to educate audiences on African Sleeping Sickness, a neglected tropical disease prevalent in rural Africa. The performance aims to enhance trust in scientists and public health professionals among affected communities.
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Research leaders collaborate with organizations and regulators to develop digital tools for Parkinson's clinical trials. The Digital Drug Development Tools initiative accelerates the regulatory endorsement of these tools, enabling more objective and patient-centered measures.
SourceCritical Path Institute (C-Path)·JournalJournal of Parkinson’s Disease·DateJul 6, 2023
Researchers argue that equitable governance and science are crucial for ocean sustainability, prioritizing tropical voices and expertise. The study proposes four key actions: equity in ocean science and governance, reconnecting people and the ocean, redefining ocean literacy, and decolonizing ocean science.
SourceSmithsonian Tropical Research Institute·Journalnpj Ocean Sustainability·DateJul 6, 2023
A mathematical approach using statistical methods can estimate when whales like narwhals and bowhead whales will return to their natural behaviour after being tagged. This method allows researchers to avoid discarding too much or too little data, reducing the risk of interfering with research results or animal welfare.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalEcology and Evolution·DateJul 6, 2023
A team of researchers has identified a unique genetic signature in CAR T-cells that enables them to persist in the body for a longer time, leading to improved remission rates for children with leukaemia. This discovery provides a new understanding of why some CAR T-cells last longer and can help improve treatment outcomes.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalNature Medicine·DateJul 5, 2023
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The new policy paper emphasizes the importance of Indigenous knowledge and data in subnational decision-making for a sustainable green transition. It identifies key strategies to enhance inclusion, such as awareness-raising among policymakers, increasing Indigenous representation, and facilitating knowledge exchange.
The 2023 International Venus Observation Campaign aims to characterize the planet's atmosphere near the cloud-top level from three locations in the solar system. Key findings include the discovery of unknown UV absorbers in the upper clouds, which will be studied using data from JAXA's Akatsuki orbiter and ground-based telescopes.
Three University Hospitals and Case Western Reserve University research teams received $50,000 Collaborative Science Pilot Awards to explore innovative research projects. The awards aim to increase competitiveness and capacity for major external funding opportunities in key areas such as cancer, brain health and genetics.
SourceUniversity Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center·DateJun 28, 2023
Academic scientists will receive funding to establish a pleiotropic brain-penetrant small-molecule to impede glioblastoma and develop an epigenetic therapy for Prader-Willi syndrome. The TRxA program aims to bridge the drug development 'valley of death' and advance novel therapeutics from lab to clinical trials.
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Researchers have found evidence for gravitational waves oscillating with periods of years to decades, consistent with slowly undulating waves passing through the Galaxy. The signal was observed using a collection of cosmic clocks called pulsars, which are ultra-dense remnants of massive stars' cores.
SourceNorth American Nanohertz Observatory for Gravitational Waves·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal Letters·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 28, 2023
A Nottingham University Business School expert is working with Brazilian nurses to reduce post-caesarean wound infections, a common issue worldwide. The project aims to prevent infections through improved care management, which could improve quality of life and reduce healthcare costs.
Researchers aim to identify best practices for increasing viral suppression in low-income populations with HIV. They will examine state AIDS Drug Assistance Programs to understand disparities in care and outcomes.
A team of researchers identified TIM-1 as a key player in regulating anti-tumor immunity in melanoma. By targeting TIM-1, the immune system can activate killer T cells to inhibit tumor growth. The study's findings have significant implications for developing new cancer therapies.
SourceMass General Brigham·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 23, 2023
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Researchers identified 756 patients with rare forms of spinocerebellar ataxias (SCA), revealing diverse disease manifestations and symptoms. The study highlights the importance of sequencing the genome to improve diagnosis and treatment for these previously underdiagnosed cases.
SourceInstitut du Cerveau (Paris Brain Institute)·JournalAmerican Journal of Human Genetics·DateJun 21, 2023
A team of SUTD researchers discovered a novel intrinsic nonlinear planar Hall effect, proposing a mechanism to characterize novel materials and their complex behaviors. This effect could lead to new designs in nonlinear rectifiers or terahertz detectors for long-range communications.
SourceSingapore University of Technology and Design·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJun 20, 2023
A University of Essex-led study found that fast-oscillating brain waves linked to brief pain and touch differ widely in scans, with individual patterns stable across time. The research challenges previous findings on the relationship between pain and gamma oscillations.
SourceUniversity of Essex·JournalJournal of Neurophysiology·DateJun 20, 2023
Researchers at UCL have developed base-edited T-cells that can fight leukemia, showing promise in a NHS clinical trial. Three patients with relapsed T-cell leukaemia were treated with the cells, with one patient experiencing complete remission after just four weeks.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJun 14, 2023
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope
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The USC Stem Cell team is developing artificial kidney organoids using human stem cells and synthetic biology. They aim to create a functional kidney that resembles the real thing in function but not in form.
A West Virginia University study found that over half of surveyed faith community nurses and leaders reported moderate-to-high stress and compassion fatigue. The researchers recommend team-based approaches to support these individuals, emphasizing the importance of recognizing burnout and promoting self-care.
SourceWest Virginia University·JournalJournal of Christian Nursing·DateJun 13, 2023
A study presented at the American College of Cardiology's Care of the Athletic Heart conference found that only 50% of athletes surveyed reported knowing what sudden cardiac arrest is or being concerned about it during play. The researchers identified 46 cases of sports-related cardiac arrests between 1984 and 2022 involving CPR, with ...
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.
Researchers have developed an effective treatment that accelerates recovery after stroke by modulating astrocyte reactivity and cortical connectivity. The treatment, which involves administering a molecule called C3a in nasal drops, has shown positive results in mice with stroke, offering new hope for faster and better recovery.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 8, 2023
EPFL researchers used Chat-GPT to design a working robotic tomato harvester, showcasing the AI tool's potential for collaborating with humans in robotic design. The study highlights opportunities and risks of applying artificial intelligence to robotics, emphasizing the need for careful evaluation of LLMs' role in design.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·DateJun 7, 2023
A new hub for plant and microbial science will be built in Norwich, UK, with £317.7 million investment from the UKRI Infrastructure Fund. The facility aims to deliver sustainable food solutions, improve human health, and reduce climate change impact.
SourceJohn Innes Centre·TypeNews article·DateJun 7, 2023
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Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.
Researchers at TU Delft and EPFL collaborated with ChatGPT to design a tomato-harvesting robot, showcasing the potential of AI in robotics. The study highlights the need for verification and validation of LLM output to prevent misinformation and bias.
SourceDelft University of Technology·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 7, 2023
Scientists at University of Virginia Health System discovered a gene that acts as a master controller for immune tolerance, shedding light on how our immune systems are calibrated to prevent MS. The new understanding could lead to better, more targeted treatments.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·DateJun 7, 2023
Researchers at Beckman Institute found fetal exposure to PCBs made it harder for mice to recover from sound-related trauma. Oxidative stress appears to be key mediator of the effect, suppressing auditory system's ability to heal.
SourceBeckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology·JournalJNeurosci·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 5, 2023
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.
Researchers discovered that targeting specific blood vessel enzymes can enhance immunotherapy effectiveness and prevent breast cancer metastasis. By disabling the enzyme DNMT1 in blood vessels, doctors may bolster anti-tumor immune cells entry and increase patients' response to treatment.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·DateJun 5, 2023
Researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center found that predicting movement is crucial for eye-and-hand coordination. The study used high-speed cameras and AI methods to analyze primate behavior and developed a detailed model of vision-guided reaching behavior.
SourceUniversity of Rochester Medical Center·JournalCurrent Biology·DateJun 5, 2023
A new partnership between Patrick Reed and Kenneth Eilertsen is putting a focus on translational research and commercialization at Pennington Biomedical. The team aims to evaluate patentability and marketability of potential disclosures, promoting public benefit from scientific discoveries.
SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·DateJun 5, 2023
Researchers from Tel Aviv University and UCLA developed a method to improve memory consolidation by inducing deep-brain stimulation during sleep. The study found that precise timing of electrical stimulation enhances synchronization between the hippocampus and frontal cortex, leading to improved accuracy in recalling memories.
SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateJun 4, 2023
The study found that the immune response to spinal-cord injuries is impaired in older individuals, leading to weaker cell responses and reduced recovery. The researchers identified an essential role for the meninges surrounding the spinal cord in mounting the immune response, paving the way for new therapeutic approaches.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·DateJun 2, 2023
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A new working group of the Global Research Council aims to map existing funding mechanisms for global research collaboration. The group will assess opportunities for multilateral engagement and figure out how to implement them, despite legal barriers that prevent public resources from crossing national borders.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·DateJun 2, 2023
UofL researchers, led by Jun Yan, will investigate the causes of immune system overresponse in COVID-19 patients, leading to severe lung disease and death. They aim to develop methods to predict, prevent or control this response with potential treatments for other conditions.
The Annual Meeting of the Global Research Council, attended by 175 representatives from 81 institutions in 63 countries, discusses topics to shape future research collaboration. The event highlights the need for global cooperation to tackle complex issues like climate change and scientific evaluation.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·DateJun 1, 2023
A UTHSC research collaboration has been awarded a national grant to develop a new treatment for ovarian cancer. The project will test a newer generation of sabizabulin, a clinical candidate targeting microtubules in cancer cells.
SourceUniversity of Tennessee Health Science Center·DateJun 1, 2023
The MOSAIC project will use cutting-edge spatial omics technologies to map cancer cells and their immune environment in high resolution. By analyzing thousands of patient samples, researchers aim to unlock novel cancer treatments and biomarkers through AI-powered analytics.
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The NEC Society has released a neonatal probiotics toolkit to guide clinicians in deciding whether to implement probiotics to prevent NEC. The toolkit encourages multidisciplinary teams, including NICU family advisors, to foster informed dialogue and inclusive conversations about patient-families' health.
SourceNecrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) Society·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJun 1, 2023
Researchers at Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology have made a breakthrough in creating ultra-photostable avalanching nanoparticles that can perform unlimited photoswitching. This achievement has significant implications for fields like optical probes, 3D optical memory, and super-resolution microscopy.
SourceUlsan National Institute of Science and Technology(UNIST)·JournalNature·DateMay 31, 2023
Funding agencies emphasized the need for reciprocal collaborations, equal access to research data, and clear intellectual property standards. The discussion aimed to promote responsible internationalization and address concerns about politics and security issues among countries.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·DateMay 31, 2023
A new study reveals the molecular structure of UCP1, allowing scientists to develop therapeutics that activate it to burn excess calories. This breakthrough could combat obesity and related diseases like diabetes by activating brown fat tissue.
SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 31, 2023
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.
A recent study published in JAMA Neurology found that heart attacks are associated with a faster decline in cognitive function over time. The research analyzed data from six large studies and showed that individuals who had a heart attack experienced a decline in global cognition equivalent to about six to 13 years of aging.
Researchers argue that technology-based solutions often fall short of addressing human-based challenges to teamwork in healthcare. Integrating insights from organizational science research could reveal useful levers for amplifying teamwork necessary for patient care.
SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateMay 30, 2023
Researchers at Linköping University have created a rapid method for measuring the effect of new psychoactive substances, enabling faster narcotics classification. The method was tested on 17 suspected cannabinoid drugs and classified 14 as narcotics.
SourceLinköping University·JournalForensic Science International·DateMay 30, 2023
Researchers at Max Born Institute find that ultrafast mid-infrared excitation of electrons in bismuth reduces crystal symmetry, opening new quantum pathways for coherent phonon excitation. This leads to bidirectional atomic motions and oscillations with a frequency different from low-excitation levels.
SourceMax Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy (MBI)·JournalPhysical Review B·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 30, 2023
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Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.
Researchers developed a fully knitted, circuit-embedded knee wearable for wireless sensing of joint motion in real-time. The wearable overcomes limitations of typical wearable sensors by using a single fabric with high stretchability and sensitivity.
SourceSingapore University of Technology and Design·JournalAdvanced Healthcare Materials·DateMay 25, 2023
The University of Virginia Health System has developed a plan to improve the use of electronic health records, reduce clinician workload, and enhance patient care. The plan outlines three 'essential' steps for improving electronic health reforms, including implementing unique personal safety identifiers to streamline operations.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·JournalJAMA·DateMay 25, 2023
The new Collaborative Research Center will explore opportunities of defect engineering in soft matter, aiming to develop a novel design concept. The researchers will focus on doping, connectivity, and topological defects, with the ultimate goal of combining them into one single system.
SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·DateMay 25, 2023
A breakthrough surveillance tool has been developed to detect elevated risks of Buruli ulcer outbreaks in Victoria, utilizing possum 'poo' analysis. The tool reveals significant spatial correlation between clusters of Mycobacterium ulcerans positive possum excreta and human Buruli ulcer cases.
SourceThe Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity·JournaleLife·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 23, 2023
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Researchers found that patient-guided tours empower patients to describe their own clinical experiences, increasing comfort levels and collaboration with medical teams. The approach shows promise in understanding the experiences of patients with disabilities in clinic settings.
SourceAmerican Academy of Family Physicians·JournalThe Annals of Family Medicine·DateMay 23, 2023
A new camera technology developed by Aarhus University and Newtec Engineering A/S aims to make it easier to recycle plastic materials. The technology uses hyperspectral imaging to analyze the chemical composition of plastic waste, allowing for the removal of unwanted additives that may be banned or harmful.