A study found that reducing body fat percentage improves long-distance running and cross-country skiing performance, but converting body fat into muscle tissue is a more effective way for female athletes to optimize their body composition. Training and dietary habits that promote muscle growth outweigh the benefits of weight loss.
SourceUniversity of Jyväskylä - Jyväskylän yliopisto·JournalInternational Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance·DateDec 9, 2025
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.
Researchers developed a novel method to precisely measure tissue deformation, providing highly accurate measurements to enhance compression-based apparel. The approach minimizes motion artifacts, offering actionable insights on material properties and garment design.
SourceThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University·JournalFrontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology·DateSep 4, 2025
Researchers analyzed a skeleton with a severe knee injury to uncover the complexities of social attitudes towards individuals with disabilities in medieval Europe. The study found that despite negative cultural views, some individuals with disabilities received long-term care and prominent burials.
SourceDe Gruyter·JournalOpen Archaeology·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 15, 2025
A recent study found that women are more metabolically efficient under extreme conditions, closing the performance gap with men. Women's greater fat mass may contribute to this advantage, enabling them to complete longer distances without burning out.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Physiology·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 29, 2025
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed a novel method to measure PTEN gene activity, which is associated with cancer and autism. This breakthrough may lead to personalized therapeutics and earlier disease detection.
Researchers at UC3M are conducting a pioneering study on how morphological differences between men and women affect road safety systems, specifically seat belts. The study aims to improve protection for vehicle occupants regardless of gender, as anatomical and behavioural differences may lead to increased risk of injury.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
A Brazilian study of 89 father-mother-baby triads found that paternal overweight is linked to lower birth weight and may influence the baby's health in adulthood. The research suggests that fathers should prioritize healthy habits during pregnancy to support fetal development.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalJournal of Obesity·DateDec 4, 2024
Researchers developed a simple method to measure nano/microplastic concentrations in soil using spectroscopy, eliminating the need for separation processes. The method uses a wavelength combination of 220–260 nm and 280–340 nm to accurately quantify N/MPs in different soil types.
SourceWaseda University·JournalEcotoxicology and Environmental Safety·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 17, 2024
Scientists have developed a cage-like molecule to trap sulfate in water, which could help control its concentration in health, industry, and environmental management. The molecular trap can be prepared inexpensively from off-the-shelf chemicals and has potential applications in medicine, such as treating cystic fibrosis.
SourceUniversity of Queensland·JournalNature Chemistry·DateFeb 14, 2024
A team of scientists used functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to measure brain activity in two key visual regions, the lateral occipital complex (LOC) and fusiform face area (FFA). The study found that fNIRS successfully measured LOC activity but had limitations in detecting FFA activity due to its depth. This research has th...
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalNeurophotonics·DateJan 8, 2024
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that older adults with a fear of falling tend to be less physically active. The research tracked the physical activity and sedentary behavior of 90-year-olds, revealing an average daily step count of around 3,000.
Researchers at University of Pittsburgh and KU Leuven identified 30 genetic regions associated with head shape, shedding light on the biological basis of craniosynostosis. The study also found that many genes play key roles in early head formation and bone development.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 17, 2023
A new study found that Tsimane women with the APOE-ε4 allele had an increase of 0.5 births and shorter interbirth intervals, allowing them to have about half an additional child. This advantageous effect on fertility could help explain why the allele persists despite negative effects in later life.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalScience Advances·DateAug 10, 2023
Researchers develop 'Human Appropriation of Net Primary Production' (HANNP) metric to accurately estimate human impacts on the earth's systems. This new approach starts at the source, measuring the total biomass produced through photosynthesis and comparing it to what humans have appropriated for their own use.
SourceS.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources, Utah State University·JournalEcological Indicators·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 17, 2023
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.
Researchers found that higher selenium levels were associated with lower blood pressure and HDL concentration in middle-aged women. The study suggests that selenium may moderate the effect of genetic variants on MetS components, such as waist circumference.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeObservational study·DateApr 12, 2023
A new study published in the European Heart Journal shows that using waist-to-height ratio instead of BMI provides a clearer picture of patient outcomes in heart failure. The researchers found that greater adiposity is associated with worse outcomes, including high rates of hospitalization and reduced health-related quality of life.
SourceEuropean Society of Cardiology·JournalEuropean Heart Journal·TypeObservational study·DateMar 21, 2023
A novel AI architecture, relational reasoning network, accurately identifies anatomical landmarks in CT scans for orthodontic treatments. The model learns spatial relationships between landmarks without explicit image segmentation, achieving accuracy comparable to conventional methods.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Medical Imaging·DateMar 6, 2023
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.
Researchers assessed facial structure of prehistoric skulls to determine extent of interbreeding between humans and Neandertals. The study found that the Near East was an important crossroads for human migration and interaction, supporting the hypothesis that much of this interbreeding took place in the region.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalBiology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 23, 2022
Researchers found that adolescents who consumed ultra-processed foods were more likely to be obese, having abdominal and visceral obesity. The study used data from 3,587 US adolescents aged 12-19, dividing them into three groups based on the amount of ultra-processed foods in their diets.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalJournal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics·DateApr 12, 2022
A new software uses pose estimation to track human motion with high accuracy, providing an objective assessment of motor function. The technology has the potential to revolutionize neurological care by enabling patients to record video that can be analyzed by their physicians remotely.
SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalPLOS ONE·DateJan 24, 2022
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.
A new algorithm provides accurate solutions that mimic natural human movement, reducing the risk of injury. The Pro-ISADE approach improves calculation speed while ensuring calculated joint angles are feasible for robotic use in daily activities like drinking water and brushing teeth.
SourceShibaura Institute of Technology·JournalArtificial Intelligence Review·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 14, 2021
Top-performing diet and nutrition apps often track dietary intake, anthropometrics, and physical activity but lack behavior change features. A new study in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior found that premium versions offered more features than free ones, but these did not significantly impact app ratings or user engagement.
SourceElsevier·JournalJournal of Nutrition Education and Behavior·DateSep 8, 2021
Researchers mapped child anthropometric failure across 597,121 Indian villages to identify geographic hotspots of undernutrition. The study highlights the need for targeted policies and precision mapping to address childhood undernutrition in rural India.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 26, 2021
A new study uses a $7500 3D portable whole-body scanner to measure athletes' shape and composition, comparing it with X-rays, MRIs, and manual tests. The technique shows promise in identifying talent earlier and refining training to improve performance.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalMeasurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science·DateAug 3, 2020
A study found a high rate of metabolic syndrome among elderly individuals aged 60-100 years. Three simple measures - waist diameter, waist circumference, and neck circumference - were predictive of metabolic syndrome in both men and women.
SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalMetabolic Syndrome and Related Disorders·DateApr 2, 2019
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.
The study found that silver-nitrate/fluoride-varnish treatment reduced tooth decay in children aged 2-14. However, the treatment did not significantly alter the natural oral microbiome.
SourceInternational Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research·JournalJournal of Dental Research·DateMar 22, 2018
A team led by Dr. Amanda Paulovich aims to develop a method to measure the products of genes, which are the over 100,000 proteins in the human body. The project, called hPDQ, has the potential to create ways to measure large fractions of human proteins, facilitating drug development and personalized medicine.
Researchers used computerized craniofacial anthropometry to diagnose patients with fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) in a diverse study population. The study found unique facial features that distinguished individuals with FAS from controls, suggesting that FAS differs across ethnic groups.
SourceAlcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research·DateSep 24, 2007
A study of 40 newly diagnosed celiac disease patients found that those with total mucosal villous atrophy had lower erythrocyte folate and serum ferritin values, but no significant differences in nutritional status among other groups. After a gluten-free diet, most abnormal biochemical values normalized.
SourceAmerican Journal of Clinical Nutrition·JournalAmerican Journal of Clinical Nutrition·DateMar 27, 1998
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.