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Researchers have developed new methods for controlling magnetic order in magnetoelectric materials using electrical signals, potentially leading to faster and more efficient memories. This breakthrough could also enable the creation of non-binary memories and improved magnetic field sensors.
A recent article casts doubt on Sir Bernard Lovell's alleged brainwashing by the Soviets during a Cold War visit. According to Lovell's son Bryan, the reason for his father's illness may have been exhaustion rather than Soviet mind control.
The new Advanced Metrology Laboratory at NPL will house an estimated 20 laboratories for 40 scientists, focusing on high-precision metrology. This facility will enable cutting-edge research in key nano and quantum metrology programmes, driving growth in the UK's technological development and application.
Barbara Gilchrest, a renowned dermatologist at Boston University School of Medicine, has been elected as a 2012 Charter Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors. She is being honored for her prolific spirit of innovation in creating outstanding inventions that have improved quality of life and economic development.
The UK government has awarded £6 million to the XMaS facility at the European Synchrotron Radiation in Grenoble, allowing it to continue delivering world-class science. This funding will enable researchers to study the atomic and magnetic structures of materials and their properties under different conditions.
A new survey by the University of Iowa found that gambling rates among residents in eastern Iowa have decreased overall, with a rise in non-gamblers and a stabilization in problem gambler numbers. The study suggests that the number of casinos has not led to a corresponding increase in gamblers.
Hermann Grunder, founding director of Jefferson Lab, received the Francis G. Slack Award for his pioneering work on superconducting technology and innovative faculty joint appointments, significantly strengthening nuclear physics in the Southeast.
Researchers will develop computer code to model the complex conditions at the edge of fusion plasmas, which could help design and operate facilities for generating electricity from fusion. The validated model could guide developers of next-generation fusion facilities, including ITER.
A new study reports that Medicare payment reforms mandated in the Affordable Care Act have great potential to lower costs without harming patients. The researchers found that previous payment reforms caused a steep downtick in postacute care costs immediately after implementation, but expenses quickly resumed their upward trend.
The University of Leicester is set to receive a significant boost in cardiovascular research thanks to a record-breaking £7 million donation. This major gift will support the creation of a unique UK facility for cardiovascular science and enable researchers to develop novel tools for clinical use, ultimately benefiting patients.
Researchers at Tel Aviv University developed a carbon-based memory transistor that can store and transfer energy, eliminating the need for capacitors. This technology aims to address RAM limitations and power consumption in mobile devices, enabling faster performance and longer battery life.
The €526 million investment in FAIR will support basic research, medical therapies, energy-efficient computers, and new materials. The facility is expected to educate thousands of scientists and engineers from over 50 countries.
A study of 1.2 million veterans found that the federal government spent an estimated $13 billion in six years on duplicate Medicare Advantage payments for care provided by both the VA and private health facilities. The study suggests policymakers consider measures to identify and eliminate redundant expenditures.
Researchers found affluent men more likely to accept nuclear waste storage sites than women or economically disadvantaged individuals. The team analyzed local opinions on a Finnish nuclear waste repository and identified a 'white male effect,' highlighting the need for a more holistic approach to community involvement.
The study found that daily bathing of patients with disposable cloths containing chlorhexidine gluconate reduced MRSA transmission rates from 4.99 cases per 1,000 patient days to 0.88 cases per 1,000 patient days, a significant 82% decrease. This intervention was effective in preventing MRSA infections in a geriatric setting.
A study found that 59% of male and 40% of female maximum-security prison inmates in New York misused topical antibiotics by applying them to dry skin and lips, and as hair grease. Inappropriate use of antibiotic ointments can exacerbate antimicrobial resistance issues.
A study found that in-hospital mortality measures can be biased due to discharge practices, which may disadvantage large academic hospitals and those with a high proportion of commercial HMO patients. Discharge bias was greater in small hospitals and non-teaching hospitals, affecting hospital rankings.
Researchers at DOE's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a carbon nanotube sponge that can soak up oil in water with unprecedented efficiency. The material's unique structure and properties make it an attractive solution for oil spill cleanup, offering advantages over existing substances.
Researchers have reevaluated the Yellowstone volcano's history, finding that its biggest eruption was actually two separate events 6,000 years apart. This new understanding may lead to a revised likelihood of another large eruption in the future.
Researchers at ORNL have detected ferroelectricity in glycine, a key discovery that could lead to novel bioelectronic logic and memory devices. The study uses advanced microscopy techniques to observe polarization switching in the amino acid, shedding light on its potential applications in nanotechnology.
A statewide survey of Missouri nursing homes found nearly 90% of residents and family members satisfied with care facilities. The survey highlighted improvements made by administrators to deliver homelike care, leading to excellent ratings for quality of life, care, and service.
Researchers suggest that highly massive black holes began growing rapidly in the early universe due to chaotic gas flows. By simulating gas discs orbiting a black hole at different angles, they found that collisions between these discs can lead to a significant increase in the black hole's mass.
Scientists at Los Alamos National Laboratory successfully produced a 100.75-tesla magnetic field, exceeding the world record, using a novel pulsed magnet system. The achievement paves the way for studying quantum behavior under high magnetic fields and exploring new materials.
Two experts argue different views on balancing biosecurity and potentially life-saving research for H5N1 viruses. Adolfo García-Sastre advocates for enhanced BSL-3 facilities to prevent human exposure while Michael Hanna suggests BSL-4 containment due to vaccine limitations and potential for rapid spread.
The study found that far fewer images are needed to map a protein's structure than previously believed, allowing for faster and more efficient imaging. The team also created a three-dimensional model of the protein using just 265 images.
The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) has selected 11 projects for funding, aiming to professionalise the use and management of research infrastructure. These core facilities will receive a total of €450,000 over three years to strengthen links between instrumentation centres and the scientific community.
The department's second annual analysis of orthopaedic procedures reveals focus areas such as VTE prevention, MRSA control, and reducing readmission rates. NYU Langone Medical Center aims to embed quality and patient safety in every aspect of its work.
The 93.6-meter vessel will enable advanced atmospheric research and map the seafloor up to six kilometers below the surface. CSIRO will operate the vessel, replacing the 40-year-old Southern Surveyor, and make it available to all Australian marine scientists.
A survey by Lemelson-MIT Invention Index reveals that young Americans recognize the importance of invention and innovation, yet feel hindered by factors such as limited education and attention to invention projects. The program offers initiatives like InvenTeams to inspire and empower youth to invent.
A visit to the emergency department during nonsummer months was associated with a three-fold risk of acute respiratory or gastrointestinal infection in elderly residents of long-term care facilities. The study found that these residents had a higher rate of chronic illnesses and were more likely to be less independent.
Elderly patients who visit emergency departments are three times more likely to develop respiratory or gastrointestinal infections after returning to a long-term care facility. Isolating residents for 7 days following an ED visit can help prevent outbreaks and reduce the financial burden on healthcare facilities.
Researchers discover subtle electronic effect in magnetite that causes a dramatic change to its electrical conductivity at very low temperatures. This discovery gives new insight into the mineral's structure and behavior, potentially enabling the exploitation of magnetite and similar materials in new ways.
A new study finds that government scoring systems for nursing homes do not accurately evaluate the quality of care for residents with behavioral and psychological symptoms related to dementia. The study suggests that facilities with high numbers of cognitively impaired residents receive lower scores despite providing better care.
A new standard definition for loss-to-follow-up (LTFU) has been established for HIV antiretroviral therapy patients, using a 180-day clinic visit threshold. This definition was developed based on statistical analysis of data from 111 health facilities across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (XDR-TB) poses a significant threat globally, with over half a million cases of multi-drug resistant TB (MDR-TB) and 25,000 to 50,000 XDR-TB cases. Sanatoria were used to isolate patients, but their dismantling led to the current crisis. The Lancet calls for new-age sanatoria to provide state-of-...
The Cedars-Sinai Regenerative Medicine Institute has opened a new facility to produce induced pluripotent stem cells, which can be used to study human diseases and develop new treatments. Cells produced by the core will be critical for innovative research aimed at increasing our understanding of human diseases and genetic disorders.
Researchers found that pressure reduction foam mattresses and foam cleansers for incontinence care are cost-effective alternatives to standard mattresses and soap and water. The study estimated average savings of $115 and $179 per resident, respectively, with clinical benefits confirmed through further research.
Researchers at the University of Strathclyde have created the brightest gamma ray beam ever made, more than a thousand billion times brighter than the sun. This breakthrough could lead to new medical imaging and radiotherapy techniques, as well as improved monitoring of nuclear waste.
A new North Carolina State University study found that helicopter parents can impede children's ability to engage in higher levels of physical activity. Researchers suggest that designing public parks with comfortable areas for parents to observe from a distance may reduce hovering and increase spontaneous play.
Researcher Martin Blaser warns that widespread antibiotic use can cause permanent damage to the body's natural defense system. This can lead to increased susceptibility to infections and disease, as well as conditions like asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, and type 1 diabetes.
A national study found that hospitalists' patients have higher Medicare costs in the 30 days after discharge due to increased post-discharge medical utilization and cost shifting. Hospitalist care was initially thought to reduce overall costs, but the findings suggest otherwise.
A study found that computer-aided detection (CAD) software used in analyzing three out of four mammograms does not improve detection rates or cancer outcomes. CAD was associated with more false positives, but did not detect smaller or less aggressive cancers.
Cedars-Sinai's COACH for Kids program will receive a $300,000 grant to expand its oral health services in 14 Los Angeles elementary schools. The program will conduct oral health screenings, education, and apply fluoride varnish to address the most common unmet need among children.
The resource center offers core competencies, a mentoring program, and a library with over 400 documents to support effective jail administrators. Key findings include the development of 22 core competencies and a mentoring program to groom experienced leaders and recruit new employees.
A study found higher pressure ulcer rates among black high-risk nursing home residents compared to white residents, with disparities largely related to facility demographics and staffing. The researchers suggest policy implications for targeted interventions to eliminate racial disparities in nursing home care.
A University of Cincinnati study found that successful correctional programs in Ohio reduced recidivism rates by 50% compared to unsuccessful ones, which increased rates by 32%. The research identified five key program characteristics: leadership, staff training, offender assessment, treatment components, and quality assurance.
A team of healthcare professionals at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Nebraska implemented a collaborative approach to reduce urinary catheter-associated infections (CAUTIs) by 89%. The initiative, led by an infection preventionist, focused on educating staff and patients on proper care and removing medically unnecessary catheters.
A Dutch study published in CMAJ found that multidisciplinary integrated care in residential care facilities resulted in better quality of care for seniors with complex health needs. The study showed improved functional ability, reduced hospital admissions, and enhanced health-related quality of life among participants.
A three-pronged intervention combining standardized admission templates, palliative care consultations, and root-cause-analysis conferences improves discharge disposition among senior patients. The rate of patient rehospitalization falls from 16.5% to 13.3%, while discharges to home increase from 68.6% to 73.0%.
Case Western Reserve University is partnering with industry to improve solar energy technologies' productive lifetime. The S-Durability and Lifetime Extension Center will expose materials under solar radiation of up to 1,000 suns and various environmental factors.
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has established a set of quality measurements for its prison health care services, building on research from the RAND Corporation. The new measurements will help improve access to care and quality of care in the prison system.
The healthcare system will double the size of its cancer treatment facility in a new hospital, allowing more patients to receive care from more physicians. The remaining funds will support critical cancer research, bridging the gap between lab discoveries and patient therapies.
The University of Chicago's Flash Center has released a new version of supercomputer code, FLASH 4-alpha, with enhanced capabilities for simulating high-energy density physics experiments. This will enable researchers at universities and national facilities to investigate fundamental properties of matter under extreme conditions.
A study found that North America's first supervised injecting facility in Vancouver, Canada, helped reduce the number of fatal overdoses in the community by 35%. The area within 500m of the facility experienced a significant decrease in fatal overdose rates compared to the rest of the city.
Scientists have found that molecules in thin films remain frozen at a temperature where the bulk material is molten. This phenomenon, known as surface freezing, occurs at the buried interface between bulk liquids and solid surfaces, with temperatures ranging from 10 to 30 degrees Celsius above the melting point of the bulk material.
A recent study reveals that bats save the US agricultural industry at least $3 billion a year by controlling insect pests. The analysis also warns of potential losses due to white-nose syndrome and wind-energy facility fatalities, emphasizing the need for bat conservation.
Scientists have developed a new method for high-resolution chemical imaging on the nanoscale, providing detailed information about molecular chemistry and interactions. This technique allows researchers to decipher the functionality of nanostructures with rich detail.
A Canadian study published in CMAJ found that avalanche victims buried in Canada died significantly quicker than those buried in Switzerland. The study analyzed data from 301 Canadian and 946 Swiss records of completely buried avalanche victims between 1980 and 2005.
A Virginia Tech engineer is leading a government team to investigate the geotechnical impacts of the magnitude 6.3 earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand. The team will focus on documenting extreme events and their effects on infrastructure.
A study found that patients with ischemic stroke admitted to designated stroke centers had a lower risk of death at 30 days compared to those admitted to non-designated hospitals. The mortality rate was reduced by 2.5% in patients treated at stroke centers.