Dogs are not always frustrated when they get kibble instead of liver for their work
In animals, and often in humans too, performance is significantly impaired when the value of the reward for work is reduced. Argentinian and Hungarian researchers...
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We need a staph vaccine: here’s why we don’t have one
Staphylococcus aureus (SA) is an extremely common bacterial infection; about 30% of people have colonies of SA living in their nose. SA is often harmless,...
KAIST research team develops anti-icing film that only requires sunlight
A KAIST research team has developed an anti-icing and de-icing film coating technology that can apply the photothermal effect of gold nanoparticles to industrial sites...
Effects of resveratrol on circadian clock gene expression in young and older human cells
“This study reflects transdisciplinary efforts to link aging and circadian biology in human-derived tissues, which is an understudied area of biology.”Credit: 2024 Kapar et al....
Palliative telecare significantly improves quality of life for those with chronic illnesses, and results last for months
AURORA, Colo. (January 16, 2024) – Researchers from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have found that a team intervention, provided by phone, leads...
Experiment could test quantum nature of large masses for the first time
An experiment outlined by a UCL (University College London)-led team of scientists from the UK and India could test whether relatively large masses have a...
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...
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...
