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Two years of patient data reveal real-world efficacy of COVID-19 treatments

Researchers analyzed 2,571 patients treated with monoclonal antibodies and found a 39% reduced risk of hospitalization or death compared to non-treated peers. The study also showed greater benefit in patients with immunocompromising conditions and those treated earlier during the pandemic.

SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateApr 3, 2023
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HETDEX reveals galaxy gold mine in first large survey

Astronomers have cataloged over 51,863 Lyman-alpha-emitting galaxies, 123,891 star-forming galaxies, and 4,976 active galactic nuclei using HETDEX's spectroscopic data. The survey is a non-targeted, moon-sized survey that collects spectra from 35,000 fiber optic cables, providing a unique dataset for future galaxy mapping.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 9, 2023

Deep learning for quantum sensing

A team of researchers developed a model-free approach using deep reinforcement learning to optimize estimation of multiple parameters in quantum sensors. The protocol achieved significantly better estimations compared to nonadaptive strategies, demonstrating enhanced performance in resource-limited regimes.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·DateFeb 7, 2023

New research computes first step toward predicting lifespan of electric space propulsion systems

New research computes first step toward predicting lifespan of electric space propulsion systems by developing a model that bridges scales between molecular dynamics simulations and experiments. The model resolves limitations and uncertainties in experimental data, gaining insight into critical phenomenon and surface morphology over time.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·JournalCarbon·DateFeb 1, 2023
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

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New immune target to treat cardiovascular disease discovered

A recent study discovered a link between soluble urokinase plasminogen activator receptor (suPAR) and the development of atherosclerosis, a hardening of arteries that affects over a billion people worldwide. SuPAR was found to cause inflammation in blood vessels, leading to cardiovascular events and increasing risk of heart disease.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 15, 2022

Oncotarget | Treasures from trash in cancer research

A new study explores the value of 'trash data' from cancer genome sequencing, identifying new strategies to uncover previously unexplored information. The researchers found that genomic and transcriptomic data contain relevant information that can help elucidate carcinogenesis and discover putative biomarkers with clinical applications.

SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalOncotarget·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 23, 2022

More data could turbocharge efforts to build better batteries, researchers say

The proposal aims to provide a central repository for battery test information, enabling researchers to use advanced data science methods to accelerate battery technology development. The availability of open-source information on batteries is limited, but the Battery Data Genome could help address this challenge.

SourceDOE/Idaho National Laboratory·JournalJoule·TypeCase study·DateNov 14, 2022

Experimental data validates new theory for molecular diffusion in polymer matrices

Researchers have validated a new theory for molecular diffusion in polymer matrices, explaining how molecules move through complex media. The study found that temperature and molecule size significantly impact transport rates, enabling the design of more selective polymer membranes.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 9, 2022
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Automatic speaker recognition technology outperforms human listeners in the courtroom - new research

A comprehensive study compared the accuracy of human speaker identification with that of an automatic-speaker-recognition system. The forensic-voice-comparison system performed better than all tested listeners, including judges and jurors. This finding has significant implications for courtroom proceedings.

SourceAston University·JournalForensic Science International·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 7, 2022

Pitt, Swansea physicists find signs of pentaquark states, new matter

Recent CERN experiments provide evidence for the existence of new particles called pentaquarks, which consist of four quarks and one antiquark. The discovery raises the possibility that a whole new class of matter is at the cusp of being discovered.

SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalPhysical Review D·TypeObservational study·DateSep 26, 2022

European institutes commit to data access across borders

Research institutes from Finland, Germany, Norway, Spain, and Sweden have launched the Federated European Genome-phenome Archive (Federated EGA) to improve data sharing across national borders. The new platform enables secure access to sensitive human data for research while respecting national data protection regulations.

SourceCenter for Genomic Regulation·DateSep 21, 2022

Electronic laboratory notebook for materials science: A lossless data management platform for machine learning and sharing of experimental information

Researchers developed an electronic laboratory notebook that uses knowledge graphs to describe material properties and experimental processes. The platform enables automated analysis, lossless sharing, and discovery of new materials with potential applications in energy-related devices.

SourceWaseda University·Journalnpj Computational Materials·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 21, 2022
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

Particles pick pair partners differently in small nuclei

A high-precision experiment reveals that protons and neutrons in small nuclei prefer to pair up with others of the same kind more often than expected. The study provides new details about short-distance interactions between particles and may impact results from experiments seeking to tease out further nuclear structure details.

SourceDOE/Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 31, 2022

Computer simulations aid scientists in gauging battery performance

Researchers at IISc used widely-used computational techniques to predict and verify migration barrier values in lithium-ion batteries. They propose robust guidelines to choose accurate frameworks for testing materials. The study found SCAN functional had better accuracy overall, while GGA was faster but less accurate.

SourceIndian Institute of Science (IISc)·Journalnpj Computational Materials·DateJul 25, 2022

Thin mica shows semiconducting behavior, say scientists in new study

Researchers observe a significant increase in electrical conductivity when mica is thinned down to few molecular layers, exhibiting semiconductor-like behavior. The findings suggest that thin mica flakes have the potential to be used in two-dimensional electronic devices with exceptional stability and durability.

SourceShibaura Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Applied·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 7, 2022

SwRI scientists identify a possible source for Charon’s red cap

Researchers reveal the likely composition of Charon's dynamic methane atmosphere and propose a possible source for its red polar zone. The team's novel experiments and atmospheric modeling suggest that ultraviolet light breaking down methane molecules is key to understanding the moon's unique albedo.

SourceSouthwest Research Institute·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 21, 2022
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

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More data in chemistry

A recent study published in Angewandte Chemie found that AI models struggle to predict reaction yields due to biased data, mainly caused by a lack of reported failed experiments. The researchers attribute this failure to three possible causes: experimental error, personal bias, and underreporting of negative results.

SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 13, 2022

Jefferson Lab nuclear physicist receives DOE Early Career grant

Alexander Austregesilo, a staff scientist at Jefferson Lab, has been awarded a $2.5 million grant to study novel forms of nuclear matter within the spectrum of hadrons. He aims to develop new tools and resources to analyze large datasets generated by the GlueX experiment in search of exotic particles or hints of their existence.

SourceDOE/Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility·DateJun 9, 2022

The first set of large ensemble simulations with a global climate system model reveal the role of internal climate variability

The study uses a global climate system model to simulate large ensemble experiments, which capture internal variabilities' impact on surface air temperature and land precipitation. The research helps improve understanding of forced climate changes and provides guidance for policymakers.

SourceInstitute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalAdvances in Atmospheric Sciences·DateJun 7, 2022

Researchers now able to predict battery lifetimes with machine learning

Scientists have developed a machine learning algorithm that can accurately predict the lifetimes of different battery chemistries using as little as a single cycle of experimental data. The technique could reduce costs and accelerate the development of new battery materials, enabling researchers to quickly evaluate and test multiple ma...

SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalJournal of Power Sources·DateMay 5, 2022
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Structures considered key to gene expression are surprisingly fleeting

A new study from MIT suggests that genome loops, which were believed to play a crucial role in controlling gene expression, are actually short-lived and fleeting. The researchers found that these loops only exist for about 3-6% of the time and last for only 10-30 minutes.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 14, 2022

Chemical data management: an open way forward

Researchers propose an open platform to integrate data collection, processing, and publication, ensuring FAIR (findable, accessible, interoperable, reusable) data and enabling machine-learning algorithms to learn from failed experiments. The platform aims to bridge the gap between data and machine learning in chemistry.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Chemistry·DateApr 4, 2022

Researchers unravel the inner workings of heat conduction in galaxy clusters

A team of researchers used the National Ignition Facility (NIF) to create a laboratory replica of galaxy-cluster plasmas, discovering strong suppression of heat conduction in these turbulent environments. The experiments provide insight into complex physics processes and raise additional questions that may be answered in future studies.

SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalScience Advances·TypeObservational study·DateMar 9, 2022

Impatient and risk-tolerant people more often become criminals

A study published in PNAS found that risk-tolerant and impatient individuals are more likely to commit crimes. The research used data from economic experiments involving over 7,000 young Danish men, who were shown to be more prone to theft and other property offenses.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 16, 2022
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

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Argonne scientists make high energy physics data more FAIR

Researchers from Argonne National Laboratory have created a set of new practices to guide the curation of high energy physics datasets, making them more FAIR and reusable. The goal is to automate the finding and use of data for humans and streamline the development of AI tools for scientific discovery.

SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalScientific Data·DateFeb 14, 2022

Researchers of the University of Kent and Goethe-University Frankfurt find explanation why the Omicron variant causes less severe disease

A new study reveals that the Omicron variant is sensitive to inhibition by the interferon response, an unspecific immune reaction present in all body cells. This provides the first explanation for why COVID-19 patients infected with Omicron are less likely to experience severe disease.

SourceGoethe University Frankfurt·JournalCell Research·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 24, 2022

Taekwondo improves primary school children’s self-regulation, finds study

A study published in Developmental Psychology found that short Taekwondo courses improved primary school children's self-regulation and reduced symptoms of conduct disorders. The classes were well-received by pupils and led to higher levels of value placed on self-control, according to the researchers.

SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalDevelopmental Psychology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJan 6, 2022
Meta Quest 3 512GB

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Using sparse data to predict lab quakes

A Los Alamos National Laboratory team uses transfer learning to predict fault slip in laboratory earthquakes from limited field observations. The approach shows promise for predicting fault-slip behavior and possibly earthquakes in the field.

SourceDOE/Los Alamos National Laboratory·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 17, 2021

New smart-roof coating enables year-round energy savings

Scientists developed an all-season smart-roof coating that automatically switches between cooling and heating, outperforming commercial cool-roof systems in energy savings. The technology uses vanadium dioxide to regulate its rate of radiative cooling, overcoming the problem of overcooling in winter.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 16, 2021

Machine learning helps to locally restore wetlands for coastal protection

International researchers used machine learning to forecast marsh establishment under various environmental conditions, revealing that controllable local factors are more important than global climate change. The study suggests smart management of tidal flats can counteract threats and strengthen wetlands.

SourceRoyal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 16, 2021

New insights into the structure of the neutron

An international research team has measured neutron form factors with previously unattained precision, filling a blank space on the map. The new data provides a more comprehensive picture of the neutron's size and lifetime, and reveals oscillating patterns in its form factor.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalNature Physics·DateNov 8, 2021
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

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Searching for elusive supersymmetric particles

An international team of scientists, led by Professor Owen Long, explored supersymmetry as an extension of the Standard Model. They conducted experiments at the Large Hadron Collider and found no signs of supersymmetric particles, but their null result is still a significant scientific progress.

SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalPhysical Review D·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 11, 2021

A novel neural network to understand symmetry, speed materials research

A novel machine learning approach has been developed to understand symmetry and trends in materials, enabling researchers to group similar classes of material together. The technique uses a large, unstructured dataset gleaned from 25,000 images to identify structural similarities and trends.

SourceLehigh University·Journalnpj Computational Materials·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 8, 2021

Donation experiment: COVID-19 only slightly displaces other concerns

Researchers from the University of Innsbruck found that Covid-19 pandemic did not completely displace other social and political concerns. Participants in a donation experiment donated more to causes when Covid-19 incidence was high, indicating a correlation between pandemic presence and willingness to donate.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalFrontiers in Psychology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021

Skoltech scientists use supercomputer to probe limits of Google’s quantum processor

Researchers used a supercomputer to emulate Google's quantum processor and discovered a reachability deficit, a performance limitation induced by a problem's constraint-to-variable ratio. The study showed that future experiments will require significantly more quantum resources to overcome this limit.

SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalQuantum·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 22, 2021
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

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Scholars Gain New Data on Heavy Exotic Hadrons

Researchers have measured the energy dependence of e+e- -> B-anti-B, B-anti-B* and B*-anti-B* reactions in a new energy range, providing insight into exotic Upsilon mesons. The data was collected by the Belle experiment and has the potential to shed light on the structure of highly excited states.

SourceNational Research University Higher School of Economics·JournalJournal of High Energy Physics·DateSep 21, 2021

Ranking apps on privacy

Researchers developed an algorithm to rank apps based on their privacy scores, allowing users to easily find and install non-intrusive apps. The system considers two scores: permission and listener access, providing a ranking of apps from least intrusive to most private.

SourceUniversity of Groningen·JournalConcurrency and Computation Practice and Experience·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 3, 2021

New study shows the potential of DNA-based data-structures systems

A new study by Newcastle University researchers has developed dynamic DNA data structures that can store and retrieve information in an ordered way. The study presents an in vitro implementation of a stack data structure using DNA polymers, which stores and retrieves information in a last-in-first-out order.

SourceNewcastle University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 12, 2021

Revisiting rangely: New mechanistic model uncovers earthquake processes at Colorado oil field

Earthquakes generated by controlled fluid injection at the Rangely oil field were caused by destabilizing fault pore pressure changes, according to a new mechanistic model. The study revisits data from the decades-old project in light of increased seismicity due to fluid injection.

SourceSeismological Society of America·JournalBulletin of the Seismological Society of America·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 10, 2021

Imagination exercise helps people get a grip on real pandemic risks

A Duke University study found that combining risk data with an imagination exercise helps participants make more realistic decisions about their own risky behaviors. The intervention, now integrated into a publicly accessible data dashboard, aims to improve public health decisions during the pandemic.

SourceDuke University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 5, 2021
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

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Building blocks: New evidence-based system predicts element combination forming high entropy alloy

Researchers developed a novel evidence-based material recommender system that predicts high entropy alloy formation without data descriptors, overcomes data bias and poor availability. The method recommends an FeMnCoNi alloy as the most probable HEA and successfully synthesizes it, confirming its validity.

SourceJapan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology·JournalNature Computational Science·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 4, 2021

Berkeley Lab’s CAMERA leads international effort on autonomous scientific discoveries

Researchers are exploring autonomous discovery techniques to reduce data required for scientific discovery, enabling faster and more efficient exploration of multi-dimensional parameter spaces. The field is gaining traction across various disciplines, including physics, chemistry, biology, materials science, and more.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature Reviews Physics·DateJul 28, 2021
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

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Deep machine learning completes information about the bioactivity of one million molecules

Researchers have developed a tool to predict the biological activity of any molecule using deep machine learning methods. The system integrates experimental data with AI models to complete incomplete information about bioactivity profiles, enabling the selection of suitable candidates for drug discovery.

SourceInstitute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB Barcelona)·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 28, 2021

How AI could alert firefighters of imminent danger

Researchers developed P-Flash, an AI-powered tool predicting flashover in burning buildings. It uses temperature data from heat detectors and shows promise in anticipating simulated flashovers, identifying unmodeled physical phenomena that can improve forecasting in real fires.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalProceedings of the AAAI Conference on Artificial Intelligence·DateJun 1, 2021

Researchers measure tritium production rates in mock-up of water-cooled ceramic breeder blanket

A research team has successfully measured tritium production rates in a water-cooled ceramic breeder blanket mock-up, validating its design and function under D-T neutron environment. The experimental results are in good agreement with Monte Carlo simulations, meeting the requirements for tritium self-sustaining in future fusion reactors.

SourceHefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalEnergy·DateMay 31, 2021
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

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Stone skipping techniques can improve reentry of space vehicles

Scientists from several Chinese universities investigated the physics of stone skipping and its relation to space vehicle reentry. They found that vertical acceleration and spinning direction affect bouncing and surfing motions, providing new insights for aerospace and marine engineering.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalPhysics of Fluids·DateApr 20, 2021
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