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A groundbreaking study from the NYU Tandon School of Engineering proposes a revolutionary approach to streaming technology that may redefine user experiences in virtual reality...

Is Your Father with Alzheimer’s? You Might Be More Vulnerable to Brain Changes

MINNEAPOLIS — Emerging research has shed light on the intricate relationship between genetic predispositions and the progression of neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer’s disease. A groundbreaking...

The Impact of Excessive Alcohol Consumption on Brain Function

Heavy Drinking Linked to Dangerous Brain Changes, Study Suggests New research has unveiled concerning findings regarding heavy alcohol consumption and its implications for brain health....

Microchip Pioneer Honored with Computing Breakthrough Award

Jingsheng Jason Cong, a prominent figure in the field of engineering, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 ACM Charles P. "Chuck" Thacker Breakthrough in Computing...

Promising Results from Multi-Virus Wastewater Surveillance at Targeted, Smaller Scales

In a pioneering investigation into the burgeoning field of wastewater epidemiology, researchers have conducted an extensive study on the surveillance of multiple viral pathogens across...

Hopping Mechanism Boosts Mobility for Miniature Robot

In a remarkable feat of engineering, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have pioneered a novel approach to robotic locomotion aimed at enhancing...

New Discovery Links Parkinson’s Disease Protein to Skin Cancer Progression

A new study has shown a surprising link between the alpha-synuclein protein, commonly associated with neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s disease, and melanoma, a type of...

Study Reveals Higher Mental Health Diagnosis Rates Among Incarcerated Individuals and Recent Criminal-Justice Participants, Highlighting the Need for Community Mental Health Reform

A new national epidemiological survey has unveiled staggering data regarding mental health disorders among individuals entangled in the criminal justice system in the United States....

Trends and disparities in ischemic stroke mortality and location of death in the United States: A comprehensive analysis from 1999–2020

Racial Disparities in Stroke Mortality Have Widened Over the Past Two Decades

Over the past twenty years, the landscape of ischemic stroke mortality in the United States has undergone significant changes, raising pressing concerns about health equity...

UCLA Researchers Unveil Precision Medicine Strategy to Prevent Kidney Failure

Research conducted at UCLA has revealed significant insights into the mechanisms surrounding kidney fibrosis, paving the way for potential advancements in precision medicine tailored to...

Advancing Bioadhesive Technology for Durable Medical Implants

A groundbreaking advancement in medical technology is on the horizon, as researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) are poised to transform the way we utilize...

Revolutionary Robotic Gripper Made from Measuring Tape Aims to Transform Fruit and Vegetable Harvesting

At the University of California San Diego, engineers have ingeniously turned a childhood game of unspooling measuring tape into a cutting-edge technological advancement in robotics....

Can LLMs Pave the Way for Our Next Generation of Medicines and Materials?

The discovery of new molecules, essential for the creation of novel medicines and materials, is traditionally a labor-intensive and costly endeavor. The extensive process requires...

Explosive Rise in Blood Cancer Linked to Single Genetic Mutation

A groundbreaking study has illuminated the timeline and growth patterns of chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML), a type of cancer that primarily impacts the blood and...

Revolutionary AI-Enhanced Smart Clothing Monitors Posture and Exercise