Osimertinib Resistance and EGFR Mutations in NSCLC Treatment
The presence of the T790M mutation during first or second-generation EGFR-TKI treatments is observed in 50-60% of patients. This mutation hinders the drug’s binding to...
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Cheap substitute for expensive metal in an industrially common chemical reaction
Osaka, Japan – The chemical industry commonly uses rare, expensive metals to produce pharmaceuticals and other essential substances. Replacing these metals whenever possible with more-abundant,...
Two atoms playing ping-pong
Atoms can absorb and reemit light - this is an everyday phenomenon. In most cases, however, an atom emits a light particle in all possible...
New study mapping entire genome of oral stem cells opens new doors for regenerative medicine
Cambridge, Mass., Jan. 16, 2024 - A team of researchers from the ADA Forsyth Institute and University of North Carolina (UNC), Chapel Hill used single-cell transcriptomic...
Dual-metal sulfides improve overall function of anode material in lithium-ion capacitors
The use of dual metal sulfides, specifically ZnS/CuS, shows marked improvement in electrochemical stability and performance when included in the design of flexible lithium-ion capacitors...
Diving into the world of AI and image processing – a series of workshops organised by the Horizon Europe ANERIS Project
The Horizon Europe ANERIS project aims to tackle the rapid loss of ocean biodiversity by developing innovative tools and technology for monitoring, research and management...
Researchers examine accuracy of adult body weight estimates in the emergency department
Knowing a patient’s weight is necessary for many weight-based medications such as thrombolytics, anticoagulants and numerous cardiovascular medications. Scaling drugs to a patient’s weight prevents...
Higher acetaminophen intake in pregnancy linked to attention deficits in young children
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — A new study links increased use of acetaminophen during pregnancy – particularly in the second trimester – to modest but noticeable increases...
Advancement in thermoelectricity could light up the Internet of Things
Osaka, Japan – Imagine stoplights and cars communicating with each other to optimize the flow of traffic. This isn’t science fiction – it’s the Internet...
Largest-ever study of ocean DNA has created essential catalog of marine life
The ocean is the world’s largest habitat, yet much of its biodiversity is still unknown. A study published in Frontiers in Science marks a significant...
Astronomers produce most sensitive radio image ever of ancient star cluster
Credit: Credit: Paduano et al. Journal The Astrophysical Journal Method of Research Meta-analysis Subject of Research Not applicable Article Title Ultra-deep ATCA imaging of 47...
Key moment in the evolution of life on Earth captured in fossils
Curtin-led research has for the first time precisely dated some of the oldest fossils of complex multicellular life in the world, helping to track a...
Going beyond plastic: Chung-Ang University team explores tara gum as a green polymer
Synthetic, non-biodegradable plastics are major sources of environmental pollution and have prompted a rising interest in sustainable, biodegradable alternatives derived from natural polymers. “Tara gum,”...
Solid-state qubits: Forget about being clean, embrace mess
New findings debunk previous wisdom that solid-state qubits need to be super dilute in an ultra-clean material to achieve long lifetimes. Instead, cram lots of...
Water molecule discovery contradicts textbook models
Textbook models will need to be re-drawn after a team of researchers found that water molecules at the surface of salt water are organised differently...