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A new survey finds nearly 90% of Europeans own 'Fast Tech' devices, but many are discarded or hoarded instead of recycled. The study highlights the need for consumers to recycle every unused electrical and electronic item to address growing e-waste concerns.
Researchers at Rice University developed a more sensitive version of the Cas13a enzyme, which can detect HIV and other RNA viruses in blood and environmental samples. The improved enzyme offers a 100-fold performance improvement without compromising stability.
A new study led by Professor Paolo Pozzilli examines Botticelli's depictions of Venus' eyes, revealing swelling and tissue changes consistent with a pituitary tumour. The findings support the original hypothesis of a pituitary tumour diagnosis for the model's death.
The Motor Decide platform analyzes motor technologies under changing market and supply chain conditions, providing insights into cost, performance, and critical material use. It helps manufacturers make informed, data-driven decisions to reduce dependence on vulnerable supply chains.
A study by Weill Cornell Medicine found that parental stigma is linked to depression, lower quality of life, and reduced help-seeking. Supporting parents with emotional support, open communication, boundaries, and role modeling can help alleviate stigma and improve parenting skills.
Pregnancy and new motherhood trigger rapid brain changes that support maternal well-being and the mother-baby bond, according to Carmona's research. The adult brain's plasticity is essential for maternal health, social cognition, and bonding with the next generation.
Mark Windham, a renowned plant pathologist, received the Gold Honor Medal for his decades-long contributions to rose disease research and education. He is considered one of the nation's leading authorities on rose rosette disease and has shared his expertise at thousands of events nationwide.
Researchers at Rice University have developed a new monolithic segmented 3D ion trap, allowing for the study of complex systems using heavy ions. The trap combines the high-performance features of blade-style traps with the scalability and modularity of microfabricated chip traps, making it more accessible to academic labs.
Researchers found that aspens exhibit higher levels of chemical compounds in their leaves after drought exposure, which helps deter herbivores and potentially pathogenic microbes. The study suggests that drought can persist through subsequent growing seasons, influencing aspen recovery and vulnerability to pests and pathogens.
A new study found that improving hospital nurse workloads could alleviate delays in care contributing to emergency department crowding. The study highlights a promising solution to emergency department crowding, a national crisis that occurs when the number of patients entering hospitals exceeds the number of available inpatient beds.
A new study found that school meal participation and strong English skills are linked to lower levels of certain PFAS in Hispanic children. Eating more animal-based foods and living in the US longer are associated with higher PFAS levels, highlighting the need for community-informed interventions to mitigate exposure.
Oregon Health & Science University researchers are investigating the connection between gut damage and neuroinflammation in people with HIV. The $5.8 million study aims to develop new treatments to preserve brain function in people with HIV and older adults.
Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia identified a genetic variant in the MAP2K4 gene associated with neurodevelopmental disorder symptoms such as developmental delay and epilepsy. The study revealed impaired JNK signaling in induced pluripotent stem cell-derived neurons, providing a potential therapeutic target for furthe...
A systematic review of B2C online order fulfillment highlights the challenges of large product assortments, multiple fulfillment locations, and tight delivery time windows. The study suggests that integrating data analytics, AI, and digital twins can improve fulfillment decisions and create a more connected system.
The study reveals that sugar-based molecules play a crucial role in tuning enzyme function, particularly in maintaining activity over a broader temperature range. This suggests that cellular crowding is not just a physical phenomenon, but also a chemical one that influences metabolic enzyme responses to stress.
Intel-E-Waste, with Penn State as its research partner, is scaling-up a metal transformation platform to recover and upgrade critical materials from domestic e-waste streams. The platform aims to integrate with existing recycling infrastructure and produce materials meeting industry requirements.
Researchers at Heidelberg University create synthetic cells with complex functions through mutation, forming cavities, moving, and taking up cargo. A minimal number of genetic changes trigger these complex processes in simple RNA droplets.
Researchers developed a GRM4-targeted lipoplex to generate NKG2D CAR T/NK cells within triple-negative breast cancer, eliminating the need for cells to reach their target. The approach improved safety and antitumor efficacy, increasing CD8+ T cell infiltration, NK cell activation, and tumor growth inhibition.
A phase I clinical trial at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center demonstrated positive results for enhanced CAR T-cell therapy targeting B-cell blood cancers. The treatment resulted in minimal side effects and improved treatment outcomes for patients with relapsed or treatment-resistant B-cell blood cancers.
The American Heart Association has selected 5 finalists for its 2026 Health Tech Competition to advance solutions for heart and brain health. The finalists will present their market-ready technologies at Scientific Sessions 2026 in Chicago, with a focus on improving cardiovascular and brain health outcomes.
A new on-chip light source has been developed that emits light nearly vertically, extending the spectral coverage of vertically emitted integrated light sources. The research team employed a transverse phase matching mechanism to realize an on-chip, nearly vertically emitted coherent nonlinear light source in the near-infrared region.
Researchers have developed a new optical encryption technique that uses light to strengthen information security. The technique, called the
Extending Medicaid coverage to 12 months after childbirth increased postpartum health care utilization among women with pregnancy complications like diabetes and hypertension. This improvement in follow-up care can reduce immediate postpartum complications and long-term maternal health risks.
A new holographic neural network uses light to perform multiple AI tasks simultaneously, achieving 'one brain for multiple uses' without physical hardware reconfiguration. The system utilizes neural holography technology to simultaneously process multiple image recognition tasks, achieving high recognition accuracy and scalability.
Researchers detected trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) in 91% of NJ tap water samples and 80% of bottled beverages, with higher concentrations in sports drinks and electrolyte waters. The study highlights a gap in conventional PFAS monitoring and suggests that ingredients or manufacturing processes may contribute to contamination.
Researchers found significant variations in vocal tracts and articulatory differences among speakers, contributing to language diversification. The study's biocultural model proposes that individual variation in pronunciation feeds into language differences between groups.
A new study published in PLOS Medicine found that children whose mothers received opioid prescriptions during pregnancy have a higher rate of hospital admission in childhood. The study, which followed nearly 3 million South Korean children, found a 28% higher rate of hospital admission among those exposed prenatally to opioids.
The 2026 Cardiovascular Provider Compensation & Production Survey Report reveals record compensation and rising productivity in the cardiovascular industry. The report, which includes data from 205 cardiovascular programs and 6,476 physicians and advanced practice providers, provides benchmarks for physician and APP compensation, produ...
Researchers integrated first-trimester lab markers with machine learning to improve preeclampsia prediction accuracy. The study identified 26 lab indicators that differed significantly between women who developed preeclampsia and those with uncomplicated pregnancies.
Researchers developed a 'deuterium engineering' strategy to enhance imaging, therapy and stability of phototheranostic agents for cancer. The strategy, using deuterium substitution, improves fluorescence, reactive oxygen species generation and plasma stability.
Researchers at Tohoku University developed a new route to create nanoporous silicon carbide using liquid metal dealloying at 800°C, lower than the usual high-temperature processing required. This process simultaneously formed crystalline β-SiC and a three-dimensional nanoporous architecture made of nanoscale plates.
Researchers at the University of Queensland have developed new visual tests to diagnose early signs of dementia in Lewy body disease, including Parkinson's disease. The tests, which examine visual processing pathways, can detect even mild deficits and track changes over time.
Researchers developed LEMon-AID, an AI framework that analyzes subtle emotional patterns in casual speech to identify youths at high risk of psychosis. The approach achieved 67% predictive accuracy and detected 93% of at-risk individuals.
A team of researchers discovered that Candida auris creates multiple versions of its genome, including a gene called CRZ1, which helps the fungus evade antifungal treatment. This finding opens up new avenues for treating the deadly fungus, which has already been linked to high mortality rates and costly outbreaks.
Researchers found no marriage squeeze for highly educated women in Switzerland, with consistently high partnership likelihoods above 80%. Meanwhile, men with lower education levels face declining relationship outlooks, while traditional partnership patterns persist in terms of income.
Researchers at Bar-Ilan University developed a new X-ray imaging technique that can map 3D chemical composition 43 times faster and using 97% less data. This method uses a structured X-ray pattern to reconstruct information from compressed data, enabling faster imaging and potential applications in materials science, biology, and geology.
This review examines the application of CNNs in medical imaging, covering disease detection, image segmentation, and image registration across various modalities. The authors identify key areas of progress and highlight the need to address data heterogeneity and interpretability to realize the full potential of CNNs in clinical practice.
Researchers found that humans primarily rely on pitch to recognize sound sequences, while zebra finches combine pitch with changes in spectral structure. Musical experience influences human performance, allowing listeners to map relationships learned in pitch onto changes in spectral structure.
Researchers reconstruct the thermodynamic derivation of general relativity, connecting quantum information to spacetime geometry. The study suggests that gravity emerges from the quantum world, with the shape of spacetime governed by how quantum states can be distinguished from one another.
Researchers found abrupt changes in bodily health and function across 52 lab tests, including bone health, liver and kidney function, and cholesterol levels. The study identified accelerating changes in sex hormone levels more than a decade before menopause, suggesting a potential window for preventive care.