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Spotlight Stories Headlines

A method to compute the Rényi entanglement entropy in auxiliary-field quantum Monte Carlo simulations

Fukushima fallout transport longevity revealed by North Pacific ocean circulation patterns

Three new millisecond pulsars detected with MeerKAT

Study unveils a spontaneous toroidal polar topology in the helielectric nematic state

Research unlocks supernova stardust secrets

'Exhausted' immune cells in healthy women could be target for breast cancer prevention

Factory and warehouse rooftops offer untapped opportunity to help disadvantaged communities bridge solar energy divide

Synaptic protein change during development offers clues on evolution and disease

Ancient isolation's impact on modern ecology: How deep biogeographic divides drive divergent evolutionary paths

Google Street View reveals how built environment correlates with risk of cardiovascular disease

People experiencing homelessness more likely to develop dementia at younger ages, study finds

Prolonged use of certain hormone drugs linked to increased brain tumor risk

Study shows dogs may be able to sniff out an oncoming PTSD flashback

Japan moon probe survives second lunar night

Milk on ice: Antarctic time capsule of whole milk powder sheds light on the enduring qualities of dairy products

Nanotechnology news

	To capture methane emissions, scientists create nanoshell catalysts A University at Buffalo–led research team is developing new catalysts that aim to turn climate-warming methane emissions into useful commercial products.
	Electronic device thermal management made simpler and slightly better Dr. Cheol-Woo Ahn, leading a research team at the Department of Functional Ceramics within the Ceramic Materials Division at the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS), has developed the world's first heat dissipation material. This material reduces hydrophilicity through a chemical reaction that forms a nanocrystalline composite layer and increases thermal conductivity by controlling point defects. This process occurs during a simple sintering process that does not require surface treatment.
	New method uses nanofibrils on magnetic microparticles to isolate HIV particles Researchers at Leipzig University and Ulm University have developed a new method to isolate HIV from samples more easily, potentially making it easier to detect infection with the virus. They focus on peptide nanofibrils (PNFs) on magnetic microparticles, a promising tool and hybrid material for targeted binding and separation of viral particles. They have published their new findings in Advanced Functional Materials.
	Scientists propose theoretical design strategy for room-temperature metal-organic multiferroics A research group led by Prof. Li Xiangyang from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has theoretically predicted a series of multiferroic materials that can be applied in room-temperature environments by utilizing the d-p spin coupling combined with center-symmetry-breaking organic heterocycles in two-dimensional (2D) Cr-based metal-organic frameworks.

Physics news

	A method to compute the Rényi entanglement entropy in auxiliary-field quantum Monte Carlo simulations Entanglement is a widely studied quantum physics phenomenon, in which two particles become linked in such a way that the state of one affects the state of another, irrespective of the distance between them. When studying systems comprised of several strongly interacting particles (i.e., many body systems) in two or more dimensions, numerically predicting the amount of information shared between these particles, a measure known as entanglement entropy (EE), becomes highly challenging.
	Study unveils a spontaneous toroidal polar topology in the helielectric nematic state Magnetic and electric dipoles, objects with two oppositely charged ends, have a similar symmetrical structure. One might thus assume that they exhibit similar internal structures and physical states.
	Researchers find first experimental evidence for a graviton-like particle in a quantum material A team of scientists from Columbia, Nanjing University, Princeton, and the University of Munster, writing in the journal Nature, have presented the first experimental evidence of collective excitations with spin called chiral graviton modes (CGMs) in a semiconducting material.
	Advancing quantum networks: Study achieves largest photon emission enhancement for single T center to date Rice University engineers have demonstrated a way to control the optical properties of atomic imperfections in silicon material known as T centers, paving the way toward leveraging these point defects for building quantum nodes for large-scale quantum networks.
	Scientists suggest new methods to expedite the commercialization of metalens technology Metalenses, nano-artificial structures capable of manipulating light, offer a technology that can significantly reduce the size and thickness of traditional optical components. Particularly effective in the near-infrared region, this technology holds great promise for various applications such as LiDAR which is called the "eyes of the self-driving car," miniature drones, and blood vessel detectors.
	Realizing clean qubits for quantum computers using electrons on helium Future quantum computers could be based on electrons floating above liquid helium, according to study by a RIKEN physicist and collaborators, appearing in Physical Review Applied.
	From Earth to Mars: Transporting spin information at the speed of light Scientists have used electrical pulses to manipulate magnetic information into a polarized light signal, a discovery that could revolutionize long-distance optical telecommunications, including between Earth and Mars.
	Quantum computing just got hotter: One degree above absolute zero For decades, the pursuit of quantum computing has struggled with the need for extremely low temperatures, mere fractions of a degree above absolute zero (0 Kelvin or –273.15°C). That's because the quantum phenomena that grant quantum computers their unique computational abilities can only be harnessed by isolating them from the warmth of the familiar classical world we inhabit.
	Plasma fusion: Adding just enough fuel to the fire How much fuel can we add to the fire while still maintaining control? Metaphorically speaking, that's the question one team at the U.S. Department of Energy's Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) has been asking themselves lately.
	Magnetic avalanche triggered by quantum effects: 'Barkhausen noise' detected for first time Iron screws and other so-called ferromagnetic materials are made up of atoms with electrons that act like little magnets. Normally, the orientations of the magnets are aligned within one region of the material but are not aligned from one region to the next. Think of packs of tourists in Times Square pointing to different billboards all around them. But when a magnetic field is applied, the orientations of the magnets, or spins, in the different regions line up and the material becomes fully magnetized. This would be like the packs of tourists all turning to point at the same sign.
	An on-chip photon-counting reconstructive spectrometer with tailored cascaded detector array Superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors (SNSPDs) have been widely used in various applications requiring single photon detection thanks to their attractive performances. Since SNSPDs are thin films of serval nanometers in thickness, they are convenient to fabricate on various substrates and combine with other photonic structures.

Earth news

	Fukushima fallout transport longevity revealed by North Pacific ocean circulation patterns Fukushima is now notorious for the nuclear disaster that took place in March 2011, the second worst of its kind after the Chernobyl catastrophe of 1986. An earthquake-triggered tsunami off the Japanese coast damaged backup generators at the Fukushima nuclear plant, leading to failure of the reactors' cooling systems. The residual heat partially melted a number of the fuel rods in three reactors, causing the release of nuclear radiation. A series of explosions further damaged containment buildings and released additional radiation to the surrounding area, leading to a 30 km radius of evacuation.
	Blueprint for mandating indoor air quality for public buildings in form of standards In research published in the journal Science experts addressed setting standards for three key indoor pollutants—carbon dioxide (CO2), carbon monoxide (CO), PM2.5, which are particles so small they can lodge deep in the lungs and enter the bloodstream—and ventilation rate. The paper is titled "Mandating indoor air quality standards for public,"
	Study finds landfill point source emissions have an outsized impact and present opportunity to tackle US waste methane A new study, led by Carbon Mapper scientists alongside researchers from NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Arizona State University, University of Arizona, Scientific Aviation, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, provides the largest comprehensive assessment of hundreds of U.S. landfills using direct observations through airborne surveys.
	New approach to monitoring freshwater quality can identify sources of pollution, predict their effects The source of pollutants in rivers and freshwater lakes can now be identified using a comprehensive new water quality analysis, according to scientists at the University of Cambridge and Trent University, Canada.
	More than half of Colorado River's water used to irrigate crops, assessment shows Irrigation for agriculture uses more than half of the Colorado River's total annual water flow, reports a paper published in Communications Earth & Environment. This finding is part of a new comprehensive assessment of how the Colorado River's water is consumed—including both human usage and natural losses—and provides a more complete understanding of how the river's water is used along its over 2,300 km (almost 1,500-mile) length.
	Better math adds up to trillions in climate-related savings: Statisticians curb uncertainty in climate models A new study greatly reduces uncertainty in climate change predictions, a move economists say could save the world trillions in adaptations for a hotter future. The study, published in the journal Nature Communications, considers dozens of climate models from different countries that differ in the magnitude of global warming they predict to occur by the end of the century.
	How extratropical ocean-atmosphere interactions can contribute to the variability of jet streams The interaction between the oceans and the atmosphere plays a vital role in shaping the Earth's climate. Changing sea surface temperatures can heat or cool the atmosphere, and changes in the atmosphere can do the same to the ocean surface. This exchange in energy is known as "ocean-atmosphere coupling."
	Atmospheric observations in China show rise in emissions of a potent greenhouse gas To achieve the aspirational goal of the Paris Agreement on climate change—limiting the increase in global average surface temperature to 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels—will require its 196 signatories to dramatically reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Those greenhouse gases differ widely in their global warming potential (GWP), or ability to absorb radiative energy and thereby warm the Earth's surface.
	Athens chokes in clouds of Sahara dust Athenians are choking in clouds of thick dust blown in from the Sahara along with unseasonably warm weather, weather forecasters and doctors warned on Thursday.
	What can Charleston and other coastal cities teach South Florida about sea-level rise? South Florida is considered one of the most at-risk areas of the U.S. when it comes to sea-level rise. But what can the region learn from other areas facing similar challenges?
	New tomographic images shed light on the cessation of Indian continental subduction and ending the Himalayan orogeny In a recent development in geology published in Science Bulletin, an international research team, including scientists from the Institute of Geology and Geophysics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, the University of Texas at Austin, the University of Missouri, and Guilin University of Technology, has provided crucial insights into the dynamics of the India-Eurasia collision and the Himalayan orogeny.
	Coastal dunes are retreating as sea levels rise. Research reveals the accelerating rate of change In some parts of Australia, coastal dunes are retreating from the ocean at an alarming rate, as waves carve up the beach and wind blows the sand inland. But coastal communities are largely oblivious to the changes.
	Study reveals Pacific Islanders used fire to shape landscapes Hawaiʻi is not the only Pacific island where wildfire is a concern. Using fire histories, vegetation and soil maps, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa wildfire expert Clay Trauernicht led new research that examined the relationships between historical human land use, climate, and fire occurrence across nine Micronesian islands spanning close to 2,000 miles over the Pacific Ocean. The geographic and ecological breadth of the research points to the use of controlled burning by the inhabitants to shape island vegetation.
	Open waste burning linked to air pollution in Northwestern Greenland A case study on the effects of open waste burning on air quality in Northwestern Greenland calls attention to the importance of no-one-left-behind sustainable air quality monitoring in the Arctic region.
	The Anthropocene already exists in our heads, even if it's now officially not a geological epoch An international subcommittee of geologists recently voted to reject a proposal to make the Anthropocene an official new geological epoch, defined by humanity's enormous impact on the planet. Assuming some protests do not overturn the ruling, it will now take another decade for the decision to be reviewed.
	UK's summer 2022 drought provides warning for future years, say scientists The UK will be increasingly tested by more droughts like 2022, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for similar extreme weather in future, say scientists who have analyzed that summer's events.
	UK greenhouse gas emissions fell 5.4% in 2023: data UK greenhouse gas emissions fell by 5.4 percent in 2023, largely due to a reduction in the amount of gas used in power stations, according to official data published on Thursday.
	Saudi Aramco CEO calls energy transition strategy a failure Pointing to the still paltry share of renewable energy in global supply, the head of Saudi Aramco described the current energy transition strategy as a misguided failure on Monday.
	China ships Tibetan glacier water to climate-threatened Maldives China has sent more than a million bottles of water from melting Tibetan glaciers to the Maldives, officials said Thursday, a gift from the world's highest mountains to a low-lying archipelago threatened by rising seas.
	Carbon credits would enable restoration of UK saltmarshes, say experts While the marshes may have meant danger for Pip in "Great Expectations," these wetland habitats are important wildlife havens and mitigate climate change.
	Progress and challenges on the road to net zero: Q&A In early March, after years of deliberations, the Securities and Exchange Commission announced a new reporting requirement for U.S.-based public companies. Beginning in 2025, companies that meet a certain threshold of market value will be required by law to report carbon emissions data, as well other information related to climate risk and progress toward decarbonization pledges.
	Last coal-burning power plant in New England set to close in a win for environmentalists The last coal-fired power plant in New England, which had been the focus of a lawsuit and protests, is set to close in a victory for environmentalists.
	How carbon removal fits into the architecture of EU climate policy The EU has recently made far-reaching decisions on rapid greenhouse gas emissions reduction. For example, from 2027, like in the energy and industry sectors, it will also cap emissions in the problem sectors of heating and transport through emissions trading, and gradually reduce them toward zero.
	Direct and indirect consumption activities drive urban-rural inequalities in air pollution-related mortality in China Household consumption in China is associated with substantial PM2.5 pollution through activities directly (i.e., fuel use) and/or indirectly (i.e., consumption of goods and services) causing pollutant emissions. Urban and rural households exhibit different consumption preferences and living areas; thus, their contributions to and suffering from air pollution could differ.

Astronomy and Space news

	Three new millisecond pulsars detected with MeerKAT Using the MeerKAT radio telescope in South Africa, an international team of astronomers has detected three new millisecond pulsars in the globular cluster Messier 62 (also known as NGC 6266). The finding was detailed in a research paper published March 18 on the pre-print server arXiv.
	Research unlocks supernova stardust secrets Curtin University-led research has discovered a rare dust particle trapped in an ancient extra-terrestrial meteorite that was formed by a star other than our sun.
	Japan moon probe survives second lunar night Japan's moon lander woke up after unexpectedly surviving a second frigid, two-week lunar night and transmitted new images back to Earth, the country's space agency said Thursday.
	ALMA finds new molecular signposts in starburst galaxy The ALMA radio telescope has detected more than 100 molecular species, including many indicative of different star formation and evolution processes, in a galaxy where stars are forming much more actively than in the Milky Way. This is far more molecules than were found in previous studies. Now the team will try to apply this knowledge to other galaxies. The research is published in The Astrophysical Journal Supplement Series.
	Faintest known star system orbiting the Milky Way discovered A team of astronomers led by the University of Victoria and Yale University has detected an ancient star system traveling around our galaxy named Ursa Major III / UNIONS 1 (UMa3/U1)—the faintest and lowest-mass Milky Way satellite ever discovered, and possibly one of the most dark matter-dominated systems known.
	Schools in the path of April's total solar eclipse prepare for a natural teaching moment Seventh-grade student Henry Cohen bounced side to side in time to the Beatles' "Here Comes the Sun" playing in teacher Nancy Morris' classroom, swinging his arms open and closed across the planets pictured on his T-shirt.
	NASA's attempt to bring home part of Mars is unprecedented: The mission's problems are not Massive cost overruns. Key deadlines slipping out of reach. Problems of unprecedented complexity, and a generation's worth of scientific progress contingent upon solving them.
	The total solar eclipse in North America could shed light on a persistent puzzle about the sun A total solar eclipse takes place on April 8 across North America. These events occur when the moon passes between the sun and Earth, completely blocking the sun's face. This plunges observers into a darkness similar to dawn or dusk.
	NASA's mission to an ice-covered moon will contain a message between water worlds NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft, headed to Jupiter's ice-covered moon Europa in October 2024, will carry a laser-etched message that celebrates humanity's connection to water. The message pays homage to past NASA missions that carried similar messages.
	Small satellite launch advances comms experimentation, international collaboration In the dark, early morning sky of March 21 over NASA's Wallops Island Flight Facility on the Virginia coast, a Rocket Lab Electron rocket carried a National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) manifest featuring three collaborative research missions into low-Earth orbit—including the latest piece of home-grown space hardware from the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS).
	ESA and NASA team up to study solar wind In the run up to April's total solar eclipse, ESA-led Solar Orbiter and NASA-led Parker Solar Probe are both at their closest approach to the sun. Tomorrow (March 29), they are taking the opportunity to join hands in studying the driving rain of plasma that streams from the sun, fills the solar system, and causes dazzlement and destruction at Earth.
	What do scientists hope to learn from total solar eclipse in US? When a rare total solar eclipse sweeps across North America on April 8, scientists will be able to gather invaluable data on everything from the sun's atmosphere to strange animal behaviors—and even possible effects on humans.
	Mercury could be the perfect destination for a solar sail Solar sails rely upon pressure exerted by sunlight on large surfaces. Get the sail closer to the sun and, not surprisingly, efficiency increases. A proposed new mission called Mercury Scout aims to take advantage of this to explore Mercury. The mission will map the Mercurian surface down to a resolution of 1 meter and, using the highly reflective sail surface to illuminate shadowed craters, could hunt for water deposits.
	Cosmochemistry: Why study it? What can it teach us about finding life beyond Earth? Universe Today has had some fantastic discussions with researchers on the importance of studying impact craters, planetary surfaces, exoplanets, astrobiology, solar physics, comets, planetary atmospheres, and planetary geophysics, and how these diverse scientific fields can help researchers and the public better understand the search for life beyond Earth.
	Three-year study of young stars with NASA's Hubble enters new chapter In the largest and one of the most ambitious Hubble Space Telescope programs ever executed, a team of scientists and engineers collected information on almost 500 stars over a three-year period. This effort offers new insights into the stars' formation, evolution, and impact on their surroundings.
	Texas county issues disaster declaration for solar eclipse, expects 200K people A North Texas county issued a disaster declaration ahead of the April 8 solar eclipse, warning of traffic and potential gridlock as the celestial event ends.

Technology news

	Factory and warehouse rooftops offer untapped opportunity to help disadvantaged communities bridge solar energy divide Lower-income communities across the United States have long been much slower to adopt solar power than their affluent neighbors, even when local and federal agencies offer tax breaks and other financial incentives.
	Team shows ion-induced field screening is a dominant factor in the operational stability of perovskite solar cells Researchers from the University of Potsdam, together with colleagues from other universities, have shown that ion-induced field screening is a dominant factor in the operational stability of perovskite solar cells. Their findings, published in the journal Nature Energy, lay the foundation for new strategies to improve the lifetime of the next-generation solar cells.
	Researchers develop biomimetic olfactory chips to enable advanced gas sensing and odor detection A research team led by the School of Engineering of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has addressed the long-standing challenge of creating artificial olfactory sensors with arrays of diverse high-performance gas sensors.
	Generative AI develops potential new drugs for antibiotic-resistant bacteria With nearly 5 million deaths linked to antibiotic resistance globally every year, new ways to combat resistant bacterial strains are urgently needed.
	China's latest EV is a 'connected' car from smart phone and electronics maker Xiaomi Xiaomi, a well-known maker of smart consumer electronics in China, is joining the country's booming but crowded market for electric cars with a sporty high-tech sedan.
	German court rules against Mercedes in emissions case A German court ruled Thursday that auto giant Mercedes-Benz knowingly installed emissions-cheating devices in some diesel vehicles, opening the door for owners to seek compensation.
	How to make chips produced in the cutting process useful Compared with other cutting methods, EV-chiseling could generate metallic microstructures with ultra-high aspect ratio, and the cutting chip could be directly transformed into unique microstructures.
	Artificial intelligence boosts super-resolution microscopy Generative artificial intelligence (AI) might be best known from text or image-creating applications like ChatGPT or Stable Diffusion. But its usefulness beyond that is being shown in more and more different scientific fields.
	Baltimore Key Bridge: How a domino effect brought it down in seconds The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on 26 March was a shocking and tragic event. Six people remain unaccounted for in the disaster, which saw the world's third largest continuous truss bridge fall into the Patapsco river.
	Amazon bets $150 billion on data centers required for AI boom Amazon.com Inc. plans to spend almost $150 billion in the coming 15 years on data centers, giving the cloud-computing giant the firepower to handle an expected explosion in demand for artificial intelligence applications and other digital services.
	'Operation Beethoven': Dutch 2.5bn-euro charm offensive to keep ASML The Dutch government on Thursday unveiled a plan worth 2.5 billion euros to retain global firms like chip giant ASML amid fears of a far-right clampdown on immigration.
	China's competitive car market at heart of global EV revolution China is the biggest electric vehicle market in the world, a battle royale featuring both established carmakers as well as upstarts such as Xiaomi, which launched its first EV on Thursday.
	New report highlights global strategies for accelerating AI in science and research A comprehensive analysis of the integration of artificial intelligence in science and research across various countries addresses both the advancements made and the challenges faced in this field.
	Smart utility meters drive down manufacturing costs—if managers use them A new study of the extent to which "smart utility meters" can improve energy efficiency in manufacturing finds that the willingness of managers actually to make use of the technology is a key driver in reducing energy consumption and related costs.
	Building energy efficiency: Enhancing HVAC fault detection with transformer and transfer learning Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, a critical component of building energy consumption, are prone to faults that can reduce their efficiency. Traditional data-driven fault detection and diagnosis (FDD) models often suffer from limited generalizability, making their application across diverse systems challenging.
	Direct lithium extraction from spent batteries for efficient lithium recycling Recently, the research findings of Professor Xie's group (Huazhong University of Science and Technology) were published in Science Bulletin. This study proposed a simple, efficient, and low-energy chemical leaching strategy, utilizing a lithium extraction solution composed of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon reagents and ether solvents to directly extract active lithium from retired batteries.
	Q&A: How to train AI when you don't have enough data Artificial intelligence excels at sorting through information and detecting patterns or trends. But these machine learning algorithms need to be trained with large amounts of data first.
	Crypto fraudster Bankman-Fried faces sentencing Disgraced cryptocurrency wunderkind Sam Bankman-Fried is set to be sentenced Thursday following his conviction in one of the biggest financial fraud cases in history.
	Video game giant Embracer sells 'Borderlands' maker to Take-Two Swedish video game group Embracer said Thursday it was selling Gearbox Entertainment, the developer of the popular first-person shooter franchise "Borderlands", to US company Take-Two for $460 million.
	White House sets policies for federal AI use "Concrete safeguards" for government use of artificial intelligence were announced by the White House Thursday, as it vowed they would serve as a model for "global action."
	Power up: PG&E says electricity plan can boost Silicon Valley innovation and economy PG&E is pushing forward with quests to help bolster Silicon Valley's economy and innovation future, including major South Bay and East Bay electricity projects, utility officials have said.
	Oversized trucks create negative externalities requiring government intervention in Australia The Australian federal government has bowed to pressure from the car industry, announcing it will relax proposed emissions rules for utes and vans and delay enforcement of the new standards by six months.
	Responsible AI: Three tools to help businesses Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most powerful tools developed in recent decades. And, as the saying goes, with great power comes great responsibility.
	Fallen crypto tycoon Bankman-Fried gets 25-year sentence Disgraced cryptocurrency wunderkind Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in jail on Thursday—a stunning descent for a figure who seemed poised to lead an emerging sector less than two years ago.
	A timeline of the downfall of Sam Bankman-Fried and the colossal failure of FTX Sam Bankman-Fried went from cryptocurrency golden boy to the face of the industry's collapse. The founder and former CEO of the massive cryptocurrency exchange FTX was sentenced to 25 years in prison Thursday after being convicted of fraud for stealing at least $10 billion from customers and investors. The collapse of one of the largest crypto exchanges in the world shook the digital currency world and sent prices plunging.
	The Bankman-Fried verdict, explained Sam Bankman-Fried co-founded the FTX crypto exchange in 2019 and quickly built it into the world's second most popular place to trade digital currency. It collapsed almost as quickly. By the fall of 2022, it was bankrupt.
	Australian report maps sovereign capability to build 'foundational' AI tech Foundation models, the technology underpinning the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI), could boost Australia's productivity, bolster our economy, and transform industries according to a new report by CSIRO, Australia's national science agency.
	Stop out-of-control AI and focus on people, new book urges In a new book co-edited by UdeM's Catherine Régis and Jean-Louis Denis, experts from a dozen countries and a dozen disciplines argue for a more human-centered approach to artificial intelligence.

Chemistry news

	Blood, sweat, and water: New paper analytical devices easily track health and environment When you need to measure white blood cell counts, it usually involves trips to clinics and expensive equipment for analysis. Likewise, checking water quality for contaminants can be a lengthy process.
	Study unlocks the power of visible light for sustainable chemistry A breakthrough in sustainable molecular transformations has been achieved by researchers at the University of Helsinki. Led by Professor Pedro Camargo, the team has developed an important way to harness the power of visible light to drive chemical processes with greater efficiencies, offering a greener alternative to traditional methods.
	Team discovers fundamentally new way to detect radiation involving cheap ceramics The radiation detectors used today for applications like inspecting cargo ships for smuggled nuclear materials are expensive and cannot operate in harsh environments, among other disadvantages. Now, MIT engineers have demonstrated a fundamentally new way to detect radiation that could allow much cheaper detectors and a plethora of new applications.
	Bifunctional catalyst enables high-performance batteries for sustainable energy storage Zinc–nitrate batteries are a primary non-rechargeable energy storage system that utilizes the redox potential difference between zinc and nitrate ions to store and release electrical energy. A research team co-led by chemists from City University of Hong Kong (CityU) have developed a high-performance rechargeable zinc–nitrate/ethanol battery by introducing an innovative catalyst.
	New method provides automated calculation of surface properties in crystals Computer-based methods are becoming an increasingly powerful tool in the search for new materials for key technologies such as photovoltaics, batteries, and data transmission. Prof. Dr. Caterina Cocchi and Holger-Dietrich Saßnick from the University of Oldenburg in Germany have now developed a high-throughput automatized method to calculate the surface properties of crystalline materials starting directly at the level of established laws of physics (first principles).
	Storing electrons from hydrogen for clean chemical reactions Researchers from Kyushu University have developed a hydrogen energy carrier to address some of the biggest hurdles in the path toward a sustainable hydrogen economy. As explained in a paper published in JACS Au, this novel compound can efficiently "store electrons" from hydrogen in a solid state to use in chemical reactions later.
	Chemists develop method to confirm mRNA vaccine stability University at Albany researchers at the RNA Institute have developed a new method to test COVID-19 vaccine integrity that could allow anyone with basic skills in vaccine handling to detect expired vaccines quickly and effectively, without specialized lab equipment.
	Biochemists discover first new antibacterial class in decades Vanderbilt biochemists are part of a team taking a stride toward the development of antibacterials to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections, a pervasive bacterial infection that affects 50%–60% of women in their lifetime.
	Researchers create reliable prediction method for oxygen reduction catalysts Tohoku University researchers have created a reliable means of predicting the performance of a new and promising type of catalyst. Their breakthrough will speed up the development of efficient catalysts for both alkaline and acidic environments, thereby saving time and effort in future endeavors to create better fuel cells.
	Promising advances in organosilica membranes for separating organic liquid mixtures In many chemical-related industries, such as pharmaceuticals, oil refineries, and food and beverage factories, separating organic liquid mixtures is an essential step. A staple method to achieve this is distillation, which involves heating a mixture to a specific temperature so that only one of its components vaporizes.

Biology news

	Ancient isolation's impact on modern ecology: How deep biogeographic divides drive divergent evolutionary paths A new study led by Michigan State University researcher Peter Williams sheds light on the profound influence of deep geographic isolation on the evolution of mammals. Published in Nature Communications, the research reveals how long-lasting separation between continents has shaped distinct mammal communities around the globe.
	Milk on ice: Antarctic time capsule of whole milk powder sheds light on the enduring qualities of dairy products In a remarkable discovery, whole milk powder manufactured in New Zealand in 1907 and transported to Antarctica with explorers seeking the South Pole was unveiled after more than a century. The findings have allowed dairy researchers to answer the question: Is the milk we enjoy today different from the milk consumed in previous generations?
	Study finds wild nematode worms learn to avoid harmful bacteria—and their offspring inherit this knowledge The nematode worm C. elegans will stay away from dangerous bacteria in its environment when exposed to certain bacterial RNAs—and can transmit that learned behavior to future generations. A team led by Coleen Murphy at Princeton University report these findings in a new study, published in the journal PLOS Genetics.
	Tuberculosis vaccine may enable elimination of the disease in cattle by reducing its spread Vaccination not only reduces the severity of TB in infected cattle, but reduces its spread in dairy herds by 89%, research finds. The research, led by the University of Cambridge and Penn State University, improves prospects for the elimination and control of bovine tuberculosis (TB), an infectious disease of cattle that results in large economic costs and health impacts across the world. The study is published in the journal Science.
	Researchers discover key gene for toxic alkaloid in barley All plants mediate their environmental interactions via chemical signals. An example is the alkaloid gramine produced by barley, one of the world's most widely-grown cereals. Gramine provides protection against herbivorous insects and grazing animals and inhibits the growth of other plants. Despite long-standing interest, the key gene for the formation of gramine remained elusive.
	Memories of mitosis: Molecular mechanism that detects defects during cell division could aid cancer treatment Every day, our cells are hard at work multiplying. Cell division is a precise process, but sometimes this process is impaired and diseases like cancer occur. Mitosis is one of the most important phases in the cell cycle. During this phase, a cell's DNA is split into two equal sets of chromosomes and it divides into two genetically identical daughter cells.
	Bacterial RNAs have shorter lifetimes than expected The decay of ribonucleic acid (RNA) is a crucial mechanism for controlling gene expression in response to environmental stresses. Researchers from the Helmholtz Institute for RNA-based Infection Research (HIRI) and the Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg (JMU) have developed a statistical approach that allows a more accurate prediction of RNA half-lives in bacteria.
	New research reveals full diversity of killer whales as two species come into view on Pacific Coast Scientists have resolved one of the outstanding questions about one of the world's most recognizable creatures, identifying two well-known killer whales in the North Pacific Ocean as separate species. The research is published in the journal Royal Society Open Science.
	Researchers uncover regulatory system that regulates branching patterns in lung epithelial tissue Branching patterns are prevalent in our natural environment and the human body, such as in the lungs and kidneys. For example, specific genes that express growth factor proteins are known to influence the development of the lungs' complex branches. Still, until now the mechanics behind this phenomenon have remained a mystery.
	A new coordinate system allows researchers to compare how limbs develop in chicks and frogs To shed light on the principles that govern tissue dynamics across species, RIKEN biologists have developed a new method for analyzing the development of vertebrate limbs. These principles could help guide the development of artificial organs known as organoids. The study is published in the journal Nature Communications.
	Scientists confirm that methane-processing microbes produce a fossil record Communities of microbes that live in ocean sediments can consume methane. In oxygen-deprived sediments these microbes form clusters, called aggregates, that can have deposits of silica on their surfaces. It is not clear if these silica deposits result from the activity of methane consuming aggregates, or if their formation is unrelated to biological processes.
	Model suggests how ancient RNA may have gained self-cutting ability essential for life Scientists have long pondered the beginnings of life on Earth. One theory is that RNA, which is ubiquitous across all domains of life, played a central role in early life. Similar to DNA, RNA possesses the ability to store genetic information. However, to initiate life's processes, early RNA must have also possessed the capability to self-replicate and catalyze biochemical reactions independently, without the assistance of specialized enzymes.
	Going 'back to the future' to forecast the fate of a dead Florida coral reef Rising temperatures and disease outbreaks are decimating coral reefs throughout the tropics. Evidence suggests that higher latitude marine environments may provide crucial refuges for many at-risk, temperature-sensitive coral species. However, how coral populations expand into new areas and sustain themselves over time is constrained by the limited scope of modern observations.
	Cross-species insights: Study finds calcium link in plant and animal immunity A new study provides insights into how a family of immune proteins in plants confers disease resistance. The study builds on previous research by the same research group, which highlighted the structural similarities of this protein family between plant and animal immune systems.
	When inequality is more than 'skin-deep': Social status leaves traces in the epigenome of spotted hyenas in Tanzania In mammals, social behavior and social status can substantially influence the survival, reproductive performance, and health of individuals. However, it is not yet fully understood how the translation of social and environmental factors into the physiology of an organism is reflected in molecular processes.
	The lyrebird synchronizes elements of its mating dance To woo a mate, the Albert's lyrebird of Australia first chooses a stage of entangled vines, then in performance he shakes the vines as part of his courtship footwork, synchronizing each shake with the beat of his striking song, according to new research.
	Study suggests starvation decimated gray whales off the Pacific Coast: Can the giants ever recover? When large numbers of gray whales began washing up along North America's Pacific Coast nearly six years ago, marine scientists could only speculate on the reason: Was it disease? Ocean pollution? Increasing ship collisions?
	Discovering van Gogh in the wild: Scientists unveil a new gecko species You've probably seen nature depicted in art, but how often do you see an artwork hiding in nature?
	Small birds spice up the already diverse diet of spotted hyenas in Namibia Spotted hyenas are known for hunting (or scavenging) larger mammals such as antelopes and occasionally feed on smaller mammals and reptiles. Being flexible in the choice of prey is a strategy of generalists—and this even extends to small passerine birds, as scientists from the Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research (Leibniz-IZW) and the University of Ljubljana observed in Namibia.
	Comprehensive study explores influence of gene expression on primate brain evolution An interdisciplinary team of researchers led by biologists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst recently published the results of a first-of-its-kind study investigating the links between gene expression and brain evolution across 18 primate species.
	Supergene research solves the mystery of tiny ant queens An ant colony is sustained through complex social dynamics, with each member—the queen, males and workers (sterile females)—contributing to the greater community. Some species add complexity to this dynamic with the addition of rather small queens.
	To manage chronic wasting disease, some animals die so more can live Things are moving quickly, and they need to. On March 13, the Government of British Columbia announced that it would be harvesting 25 deer in the Kootenays. This announcement came six weeks after chronic wasting disease (CWD)—a 100% fatal disease of cervids (deer, elk, moose, caribou)—was first detected in the province.
	Marine protected areas safeguard more than ecology—they bring economic benefits to fisheries and tourism Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have been used as a conservation measure for decades, but critics continue to argue that evidence of their economic benefits is weak, particularly with regard to fisheries.
	Venomous snakes could start migrating in large numbers if we hit 5ºC warming, predict scientists A global group of scientists has predicted that climate change may cause dramatic movements in venomous snake populations across many countries in Africa. The scientists took into account climate change predictions about changes to the current habitats of 209 venomous snakes, and mapped where those environments were found elsewhere. Based on this, they predict that snakes were likely to migrate to those African countries whose environments remained suitable for snakes after 2070. This could modify the dynamics of snakebites across Africa.
	Veterinarians diagnose rare autoimmune disease, put dog on road to recovery Having two autoimmune diseases is unusual for a dog, but having three is exceptionally rare.
	New 'destructive fishing' definition to kickstart fresh era in fishing policy Many policies and international frameworks—including the UN Sustainable Development Goals—recognize the need to end destructive fishing practices to conserve marine resources, protect the ocean and ensure peace and prosperity for people and the planet.
	Less affluent countries found to be more prone to damage caused by biological invasions despite lower trade volume Non-native species introduced mainly via increasing trade of goods and services have huge economic, health, and environmental costs. These "biological invasions" involve the intentional or unintentional transport and release of species beyond their native biogeographical ranges, facilitating their potential spread.
	Attaching seaweed spores to used scallop shells could restore UK's coastal kelp forests Kelp spores are being seeded and grown on small rocks and scallop shells—a seafood waste product—in efforts to regenerate the UK's coastal kelp forests.
	Wild desert plants face viral surprise Just as many people battle seasonal colds and flu, native plants face their own viral threats. People have long known that plants can succumb to viruses just like humans. Now, a new study led by Michigan State University and the University of California, Riverside reveals a previously unknown threat: non-native crop viruses are infecting and jeopardizing the health of wild desert plants.
	Cats with MDR1 mutation at risk of severe reactions to popular medication More than half a million cats in the United States could be at risk of a severe or even fatal neurological reaction to the active ingredient in some top-selling parasite preventatives for felines.
	Ecologists call for strengthening nature-based climate solutions at the federal level U.S. scientists and policy experts with a broad range of expertise in the fields of climate and ecosystem sciences have outlined key recommendations aimed at bolstering the scientific foundation for implementation of nature-based climate solutions (NbCS) across the nation.
	Impact of synbiotic supplements on the gut microbiome and overall health of penguins The gut microflora plays a pivotal role in the overall well-being of all living organisms. Like their multifaceted and beneficial role in humans, the role of the gut microbiome in maintaining health, behavior, and ecology of animals is unequivocal. Now, researchers from Japan investigated the impact of combined administration of prebiotics and paraprobiotics to understand how they impact penguin health. Parasynbiotics were found to improve gut health and reduced inflammatory responses, enhancing overall health.
	Sawfish are spinning, and dying, in Florida waters as rescue effort begins Endangered smalltooth sawfish, marine creatures virtually unchanged for millions of years, are exhibiting erratic spinning behavior and dying in unusual numbers in Florida waters. Federal and state wildlife agencies are beginning an effort to rescue and rehabilitate sawfish to find out why.
	New Zealand's Maori King calls for whales to be given personhood The King of New Zealand's Indigenous Maori people made an impassioned call Thursday for whales to be granted the same legal rights as people in a bid to protect the hallowed yet vulnerable species.
	Mexico delays ban on controversial herbicide The Mexican government has postponed a ban on the use of glyphosate, saying it has not found an alternative for the controversial weed killer.
	Plan to shoot thousands of West Coast owls ignites protest A federal government plan for hunters to kill thousands of invasive owls to protect the rapidly declining northern spotted owl has ruffled the feathers of dozens of animal advocacy groups.
	Cold stratification impacts germination rates in Vitis species It is imperative for the success of the grape industry to develop new grape varieties capable of enduring shifting climates and heightened pressures from diseases and insects. The majority of grape cultivars rely on a specific amount of "chilling hours"' to complete dormancy for optimal growth and yield.
	Identifying tropane alkaloid types in Hyoscyamus niger L. Researchers conducted a study on tropane alkaloids (TAs), crucial natural compounds found abundantly in various plant families. TAs, often toxins, include major ones like L-hyoscyamine, atropine, and scopolamine, each with distinct pharmacological uses.

Medicine and Health news

	'Exhausted' immune cells in healthy women could be target for breast cancer prevention Researchers at the University of Cambridge have created the world's largest catalogue of human breast cells, which has revealed early cell changes in healthy carriers of BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations.
	Synaptic protein change during development offers clues on evolution and disease The first analysis of how synaptic proteins change during early development reveals differences between mice and marmosets, and also what's different in individuals with autism spectrum disorders. The Kobe University findings offer first insights into the mechanism behind synaptic development and open up routes for research on possible treatments.
	Google Street View reveals how built environment correlates with risk of cardiovascular disease Researchers have used Google Street View to study hundreds of elements of the built environment, including buildings, green spaces, pavements and roads, and how these elements relate to each other and influence coronary artery disease in people living in these neighborhoods.
	People experiencing homelessness more likely to develop dementia at younger ages, study finds Dementia in unhoused people was 1.9 times greater than the general population, with a higher prevalence for age groups younger than 85 years, according to new research from Lawson Health Research Institute and ICES.
	Prolonged use of certain hormone drugs linked to increased brain tumor risk Prolonged use of certain progestogen hormone drugs is associated with an increased risk of developing a type of brain tumor known as an intracranial meningioma, finds a study from France published by The BMJ today.
	Study shows dogs may be able to sniff out an oncoming PTSD flashback Dogs' sensitive noses can detect the early warning signs of many potentially dangerous medical situations, like an impending seizure or sudden hypoglycemia. Now, scientists have found evidence that assistance dogs might even be able to sniff out an oncoming PTSD flashback, by teaching two dogs to alert to the breath of people who have been reminded of traumas.
	Positive associations found between premenstrual disorders and perinatal depression Women affected by premenstrual disorders have a higher risk of perinatal depression compared with those who do not, according to research published in the open-access journal PLOS Medicine. The relationship works both ways: those with perinatal depression are also more likely to develop premenstrual disorders after pregnancy and childbirth. This study suggests that a common mechanism might contribute to the two conditions.
	Familial Alzheimer's disease transferred via bone marrow transplant in mice Familial Alzheimer's disease can be transferred via bone marrow transplant, researchers show in the journal Stem Cell Reports. When the team transplanted bone marrow stem cells from mice carrying a hereditary version of Alzheimer's disease into normal lab mice, the recipients developed Alzheimer's disease—and at an accelerated rate.
	Probiotics in kombucha found to mimic fasting and reduce fat stores in C. elegans model In a new study, researchers found that the microbes in kombucha tea make changes to fat metabolism in the intestines of a model worm species that are similar to the effects of fasting. Robert Dowen at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and colleagues, present these findings in the journal PLOS Genetics.
	Mechanism found that determines which memories last Neuroscientists have established in recent decades the idea that some of each day's experiences are converted by the brain into permanent memories during sleep the same night. Now, a new study proposes a mechanism that determines which memories are tagged as important enough to linger in the brain until sleep makes them permanent.
	New imaging method illuminates oxygen's journey in the brain The human brain consumes vast amounts of energy, which is almost exclusively generated from a form of metabolism that requires oxygen. While the efficient and timely delivery of oxygen is known to be critical to healthy brain function, the precise mechanics of this process have largely remained hidden from scientists.
	Synthetic material could improve ease and cut cost of gut microbiome research A team of Penn State researchers has developed a new synthetic material that could enable scientists to more easily study how microorganisms interact with the gastrointestinal (GI) system. The material might eventually provide a cheaper, more accessible way for researchers to screen drugs that impact gut infections, metabolic disorders like obesity and diabetes, and inflammatory bowel disorders.
	Study successfully mimics complex neuroblastoma vasculature on a chip to explore treatments Neuroblastoma, one of the most common childhood cancers, is classified as a developmental cancer because it arises prenatally during the formation of organs and tissues. It originates from cancer cells that develop in neuroblasts, a type of immature nerve tissue, and primarily affects the adrenal glands.
	Research links age-related inflammation, microglia and Alzheimer's disease Stanford researchers have uncovered a potential role for a protein called TREM1 in the development of age-related inflammation, cognitive decline, and Alzheimer's disease. This discovery could pave the way for new therapeutic strategies to combat these conditions.
	Scientists take a closer look at pulmonary fibrosis genetics Regulators of gene expression are thought to play an outsized role in disorders from cancers to heart disease. But how exactly do variations in gene regulation translate into a disease's biology?
	New tool provides researchers with improved understanding of stem cell aging in the brain Researchers can use the light naturally thrown off by biological specimens to better study the different states of stem cells in the nervous system, thanks to a tool developed at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, brightening their chances for studying the way stem cells age.
	Brain circuit that spoils appetite identified Satiety, nausea or anxiety can all lead to a loss of appetite. Delaying eating can be a healthy move by the body to prevent further damage and to gain time for regenerating. Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence now identified the circuit in the brain that prevents mice from eating when they feel nauseous. The findings are published in the journal Cell Reports.
	Study suggests maintaining optimism contributes to better mobility in women as they grow older A large team of social scientists, psychologists and geriatric specialists affiliated with a host of institutions across the U.S. reports that women who remain optimistic as they grow older tend to have better mobility as the aging process begins to take a toll on their bodies.
	Amount of protein consumed by pregnant women modulates the facial appearance of offspring, study finds An international team of researchers has found that the amount of protein consumed by pregnant women can impact the facial development of their offspring. In their study, published in the journal Nature Communications, the group sequenced genes from human embryonic facial tissue and conducted experiments with mice and zebrafish.
	Clinical trial: Some sarcoma patients improve with T cell immunotherapy A clinical trial led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has shown that a T cell immunotherapy—in which the patients' own T cells are genetically modified to attack and kill cancer cells—is effective in treating some patients with rare cancers of the body's soft tissues.
	Study examines facilities' low use of monthly injections for treating opioid addiction Compared to taking a daily pill, a monthly dose of long-acting injectable (LAI) buprenorphine can be a simpler and more effective treatment for people with opioid use disorder. But do substance use treatment facilities in the United States take advantage of this highly effective medication?
	Single genomic test promises accelerated diagnoses for rare genetic diseases A single genetic test could potentially replace the current two-step approach to diagnosing rare developmental disorders in children. This shift could enable earlier diagnoses for families and save the NHS vital resources.
	Doctors received approximately $12.1 billion from drug and device makers between 2013–2022, study reveals Despite evidence that financial conflicts of interest may influence medical practice and research and may erode patient trust in medical professionals, these relationships remain pervasive. According to a new analysis of the Open Payments platform, a database that tracks payments between physicians and industry, a team led by a Penn State researcher found that doctors received approximately $12.1 billion from drug and device makers between 2013 and 2022.
	Research review suggests four key mechanisms are involved in changing one's personality A pair of psychologists, one with Washington University in St. Louis, the other with the University of Zurich, has found via review of prior research that there are four key mechanisms involved when a person truly wants to make changes—albeit small changes—to their personality.
	Cell phone video technology unveils new method for analyzing walking and gait Researchers at Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins Medicine have developed a new, accessible approach to analyze a patient's walking ability and stances more effectively. Following numerous tests, they determined that a simple video recorded on a personal pocket device, such as a smartphone or tablet, can be used to measure gait at a clinical, high-quality level.
	Discovery suggests new strategy against follicular lymphoma A team led by researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine has identified important drivers of the transformation of a type of blood cancer called follicular lymphoma from a slow-growing form to the aggressive form it takes in some patients.
	Study discovers how a magnesium cellular transport 'pump' plays a vital role in cardiac function Magnesium is a mineral critical to a wide range of biological functions, and a new study takes aim at how it's transported to address cardiac dysfunction and other diseases, opening new possibilities for treatment.
	Researchers uncover potential treatment targets for Zika virus–related eye abnormalities A study published in the journal iScience presents crucial insights into the ocular effects of Zika virus infection during pregnancy and offers promising avenues for therapeutic intervention.
	Older brain cells linger unexpectedly before their death For oligodendrocytes—the central nervous system cells critical for brain function—age may not bring wisdom, but it does come with the power to cling to life for much, much longer than scientists knew. That's according to a new study featured in the Journal of Neuroscience.
	New study shows how the Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus enters our cells Researchers at Karolinska Institutet, in collaboration with JLP Health and others, have identified how the tick-borne Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus enters our cells. The results are published in Nature Microbiology and are an important step in the development of drugs against the deadly disease.
	Genetic testing of patients with atrial fibrillation can alert clinicians to potential life-threatening conditions Although the vast majority of clinicians do not view atrial fibrillation (AF) as a genetic disorder, a White Paper in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology analyzes the current understanding of genetics and the role of genetic testing in AF and concludes there is an increasing appreciation that genetic culprits for potentially life-threatening ventricular cardiomyopathies and channelopathies may initially present with AF.
	New documents reveal patient safety concerns over strike day coverage in the UK An investigation published by The BMJ today reveals new details of requests to recall striking junior doctors from picket lines for patient safety reasons.
	Looking after the UK's National Health Service workforce must be a top priority, say experts Looking after the NHS workforce is not only an ethical imperative but also a sound investment and must be a top priority, say experts in the third report of The BMJ Commission on the Future of the NHS.
	'Concerning' disparities in HPV vaccine uptake among US adults, with men and Hispanic people among those least protected An analysis of data from a nationwide health survey reveals "concerning" disparities in human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine uptake among US adults aged 27 to 45 years.
	Study: Dangerous surgical site infections can be reduced with simple prevention protocol A new study published in the American Journal of Infection Control demonstrates the use of a simple pre-surgical infection prevention protocol to prevent dangerous post-surgical infections. Researchers performed this investigation at the Soroka University Medical Center in Israel.
	Thailand sounds alarm after anthrax outbreak in Laos Thailand ordered a close watch on livestock on Thursday after an outbreak of anthrax in neighboring Laos, where more than 50 suspected human cases have been reported.
	Researchers race to develop Paxlovid replacement Researchers from Rutgers believe they are among the leaders in a race to find an oral COVID-19 treatment to supplement or replace Paxlovid—an antiviral medication that helps keep high-risk patients out of the hospital.
	US mpox cases rising again as vaccinations lag Mpox cases are climbing again in the United States, with the number of reported infections now twice as high as they were at this time last year, new government data shows.
	Patients with delirium more likely to develop dementia, finds study University of Queensland researchers have found older patients who experience delirium are three times more likely to develop dementia. Professor Ruth Hubbard from UQ's Center for Health Services Research (CHSR) said the study also found that every episode of delirium increased the chance of developing dementia by 20%.
	New technology could revolutionize valvular heart disease care Roughly 25,000 Americans die each year from valvular heart disease, but researchers from Rutgers Health and other institutions conclude that new technology could soon help doctors slash that number.
	Parental avoidance of toxic exposures could help reduce risk of autism, ADHD in children, observational study suggests Autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be preventable if parents avoid toxic exposures and adopt interventions such as environmental house calls, according to a study, published in Journal of Xenobiotics, led by researchers from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio).
	New tool detects signs of motor neuron disease before symptoms begin Scientists from the University of Aberdeen in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh and international partners, have identified a new way to detect signs of motor neuron disease (MND) in brain tissue that can pick up indicators of MND earlier and with more sensitivity than currently used tests.
	Wash your pet's food and water bowls to prevent salmonella, says physician Salmonella is a bacterial infection that can cause fever, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. It can be transmitted from contaminated food, such as raw meat or eggs. But what you may not know is that your pets—and the food they eat—could carry salmonella, which can make you and your family sick.
	Telehealth sites promise cure for 'male menopause' despite FDA ban on off-label ads Online stores sprang up during the COVID-19 pandemic's telehealth boom touting testosterone as a cure-all for men's age-related illnesses—despite FDA rules issued years ago restricting such "low testosterone" advertising.
	Binge drinking boosts heart risks, especially for women Imbibing more than a drink per day significantly raises heart risks for all, but binge drinking is especially harmful, particularly for women, new research shows.
	COVID and Medicare payments spark remote patient BP monitoring boom Billy Abbott, a retired Army medic, wakes at 6 every morning, steps on the bathroom scale, and uses a cuff to take his blood pressure.
	Puerto Rico declares dengue epidemic as cases climb Puerto Rico has declared a dengue epidemic following a surge in cases of the mosquito-borne disease in the U.S. territory.
	Too often, nearby defibrillators go unused on people in cardiac arrest There's been a big push over the past few years to get automated external defibrillators (AEDs) installed in public spaces, to help save lives threatened by cardiac arrest.
	Unlocking how to use mRNA to target Alzheimer's disease Scientists at The Florey have developed an mRNA technology approach to target the toxic protein tau, which builds up in patients with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
	Eating some chocolate really might be good for you. Here's what the research says Although it always makes me scoff slightly to see Easter eggs making their first appearance in supermarkets at the end of December, there are few people who aren't delighted to receive a bit of chocolate every year.
	Babies attend to clues of meaning as they take in complex visual world Findings from a study have shown for the first time that when babies look at photos of unfamiliar everyday scenes, such as an office or a lab, they tend to fixate on the same regions where adults find meaning. This inclination to home in on what's interesting or meaningful grows more pronounced as babies age.
	Alcohol raises heart disease risk, particularly among women Young to middle-aged women who reported drinking eight or more alcoholic beverages per week—more than one per day, on average—were significantly more likely to develop coronary heart disease compared with those who drank less, finds a study presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session.
	Missed opportunity: Automated external defibrillators near cardiac arrests rarely used by bystanders Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are a common resource in public buildings, yet a new analysis reveals that they are rarely used to help resuscitate people suffering cardiac arrest. Research presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session, found that AEDs were only used in 13 of nearly 1,800 cases of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, even though many of the incidents occurred near a public AED.
	Trial shows eggs may not be bad for your heart after all Whether you like your eggs sunny-side up, hard boiled or scrambled, many hesitate to eat them amid concerns that eggs may raise cholesterol levels and be bad for heart health. However, results from a prospective, controlled trial presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session show that over a four-month period cholesterol levels were similar among people who ate fortified eggs most days of the week compared with those who didn't eat eggs.
	For younger women, mental health now may predict heart health later Younger women are generally thought to have a low risk of heart disease, but new research urges clinicians to revisit that assumption, especially for women who suffer from certain mental health conditions. A new study being presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session found that having anxiety or depression could accelerate the development of cardiovascular risk factors among young and middle-aged women.
	Almost one in five Australians are suffering from long COVID, finds study A study of more than 11,000 Australians who tested positive to COVID-19 in 2022 has revealed almost 1 in 5 were still experiencing ongoing symptoms three months after their initial diagnosis, according to new research from The Australian National University (ANU).
	Researchers help spearhead changes to global anemia guidelines The way anemia is diagnosed worldwide could change for the first time in 50 years, following a landmark study led by WEHI researchers.
	Miscarriages linked to health risks in later pregnancies New Curtin University research published in eClinicalMedicine has revealed a link between miscarriage and the increased risk of developing complications of gestational diabetes and high blood pressure-related disorders in later pregnancies.
	Malpractice trends involving active surveillance across cancers Active surveillance is an established practice for managing certain low-risk cancers that are unlikely to cause harm. It is an increasingly common and effective way to manage certain early-stage cancers, including those in the prostate, thyroid and kidney.
	Predicting infection risk in childhood cancer A statistical model can accurately predict the risk of bloodstream infections in a subset of children with cancer, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
	Is eye movement in autism tied to facial recognition? Some teenagers with autism use a different set of eye-movement patterns from their non-autistic counterparts while recognizing faces, according to James McPartland, Ph.D., Harris Professor in the Yale Child Study Center (YCSC) and a director of the Center for Brain and Mind Health at Yale School of Medicine; and Jason Griffin, Ph.D., the Hilibrand Postdoctoral Fellow at YCSC. Eye movements are part of the process of telling people apart and could provide information to clinicians about how people with autism process social information differently from non-autistic persons.
	Longevity scores show signs of resilience to certain diseases Using data from four studies that connect genetic variants to lifespan, scientists have developed 11 different polygenic longevity scores (PLS) that predict both long life and resilience to some age-related conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and heart disease.
	Artificial Intelligence tool successfully predicts fatal heart rhythm In a Leicester study that looked at whether artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to predict whether a person was at risk of a lethal heart rhythm, an AI tool correctly identified the condition 80% of the time.
	New TB skin test could offer cheaper and easier way to detect the disease Detecting tuberculosis early could play a significant role in eradicating the world's most deadly infectious disease. The World Health Organization says 1.5 million people die from this devastating disease each year.
	Hazardous mold contaminates many food staples: What you should know about mycotoxins Mycotoxins are substances produced by mold that poison food. They are harmful to humans and animals when consumed. According to the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO), about 25% of the world's agricultural harvests are contaminated by mycotoxins. Though reliable data is lacking, mycotoxin contamination is widespread in Africa. It often takes the form of aflatoxin in cereal crops and has led to health issues such as chronic gastritis, diarrhea, kidney problems and liver cancer. Biologist Oluwadara Pelumi Omotayo studied how mycotoxins contaminate ginger in South Africa. We asked her to explain what they are and how to avoid the danger.
	First pig kidney has been transplanted into a living person, but we're still a long way from solving organ shortages In a world first, we heard last week that US surgeons had transplanted a kidney from a gene-edited pig into a living human. News reports said the procedure was a breakthrough in xenotransplantation—when an organ, cells or tissues are transplanted from one species to another.
	Longer exclusive breastfeeding may lower risk for childhood hematologic cancers Exclusive breastfeeding duration of at least three months may decrease the risk for childhood hematologic cancers, according to a study published online March 26 in JAMA Network Open.
	Researchers discover molecule that promotes production of cancer cells in triple-negative breast cancer A team of researchers from Hiroshima University has discovered a molecule that promotes the production of cancer cells. This molecule may prove to be a potential therapeutic target in the treatment of triple-negative breast cancer, an aggressive form of breast cancer.
	Study flips treatment paradigm in bilateral Wilms tumor, shows resistance to chemotherapy may be good Resistance to chemotherapy is typically associated with poor outcomes for patients with cancer. However, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital scientists demonstrated that in bilateral Wilms tumor (cancer in both kidneys) chemotherapy resistance can point toward a more favorable histology and an ultimately good outcome.
	AI-driven attention mechanisms aid in streamlining cancer pathology reporting Artificial Intelligence researchers have taken a major step forward in using AI in the fight against cancer.
	More than 70% of B.C. inmates with substance use disorders are reincarcerated, finds study Former prisoners with substance use and co-occurring disorders are at an alarmingly high risk of reincarceration, according to a new Simon Fraser University-led study.
	For healthy spring cleaning, think NEAT (and dust carefully), says heart specialist As traditions go, spring cleaning probably doesn't bring the thrills that come from watching a college basketball tournament, taking a break at the beach or spying the first robins outside your window.
	US tuberculosis cases were at the highest level in a decade in 2023 The number of U.S. tuberculosis cases in 2023 were the highest in a decade, according to a new government report.
	Chick-fil-A is putting antibiotics back in its chicken: What that means for consumers Since 2014, Chick-fil-A has promised its chicken would be antibiotic-free, but this spring the popular fast food chain will start serving chicken that may contain antibiotics.
	Self-compassion could help endometriosis sufferers New research shows endometriosis sufferers in New Zealand are likely to show some improvement in quality of life if they practice self-compassion.
	Preparing for an allergic reaction Allergic reactions can range from irritating sneezing fits to life-threatening episodes. An allergy specialist with Baylor College of Medicine gives tips for preparing yourself and loved ones for allergic reactions.
	MS patients face much greater risk of hospitalization, death from COVID-19, despite high rates of vaccination New real-world research being presented at this year's European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ECCMID 2024) in Barcelona, Spain (27–30 April), reveals that people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) face a much higher risk of being hospitalized and dying from COVID-19 than the general population. The risk persists in individuals who received three or more vaccine doses.
	Study shows obesity in childhood associated with more than double the risk of developing multiple sclerosis New research to be presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity held in Venice, Italy (12–15 May), shows that having obesity in childhood is associated with more than double the risk of later developing multiple sclerosis. The study is by Professor Claude Marcus and Associate Professor Emilia Hagman, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden, and colleagues.
	Possible new biomarker for better detection of numerous inflammatory diseases Tryptophan is an essential amino acid, which means that it cannot be produced by the body but must be included as part of our diet. People with chronic bowel inflammation consume significantly more tryptophan than healthy people, as shown by previous research that involved members of the Cluster of Excellence "Precision Medicine in Chronic Inflammation" (PMI) at Kiel University.
	Review highlights beneficial interplay between caloric restriction, sirtuins and cardiovascular diseases Cardiovascular disease (CVD) refers to a group of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels and is a leading cause of death globally. Lifestyle factors have been linked to the incidence of CVD and the inclusion of an active, healthy lifestyle along with other therapeutic interventions may help combat CVD.
	Research finds no evidence probiotics offer benefit during pregnancy A systematic review of the use of probiotics during pregnancy on pregnancy-related conditions found no evidence that probiotics had any effect on the conditions.
	Researchers report clear shift in arterial diseases in diabetes There has been a redistribution in the risk of arterial disease in type 1 and 2 diabetes. The risks of heart attack and stroke have decreased significantly, while complications in more peripheral vessels have increased in relative importance, according to studies at the University of Gothenburg.
	Study finds patients often consult Twitter for birth control guidance Brigham researchers looked at tweets from 2014 to 2019 about contraceptive methods and found that only a small fraction were authored by health professionals
	Social media use may help to empower plastic surgery patients For patients considering or undergoing plastic and reconstructive surgery (PRS) procedures, using social media to gather information and answer questions can enhance patient empowerment—potentially leading to increased autonomy and better decision-making, reports a study in the April issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
	New study shows association of historical housing discrimination and shortfalls in colon cancer treatment A nationwide study of 196 cities shows that housing discrimination from 90 years ago still casts a historical shadow of inequities in colon cancer care today, S.M. Qasim Hussaini, M.D., of the University of Alabama at Birmingham and colleagues at the American Cancer Society and Johns Hopkins School of Public Health report in the journal JCO Oncology Practice.
	Improving the world's most potent cancer drug Fourteen mice scurried around in laboratory cages, eating, sniffing, and running peacefully. You would never guess that, several weeks earlier, half of them had received five times the lethal dose of a leading chemotherapy drug.
	Study: The language spoken by others conditions our ability to predict their actions from a very early age How do we learn to predict other people's behavior? It is a process that begins during the first months of life and depends on several factors, for example, whether or not we share the same linguistic community. A recent neuroscientific study carried out at UPF examining this cognitive ability in 6-month-old babies has shown that humans predict the behavior of people with the same mother tongue and do not do so if they have heard them speaking a foreign language.
	Researchers create an interpretable machine learning tool for predicting acute kidney injury requiring dialysis Postoperative acute kidney injury requiring dialysis (PO-AKID) is a serious adverse event that not only affects acute morbidity and mortality but also long-term prognosis. Early diagnosis and perioperative risk management may help to reduce mortality. Previous risk prediction models for postoperative acute kidney injury (PO-AKI) following cardiac surgery have been developed using traditional regression analysis.
	Study shows improved outcomes in hospitals accredited for rectal cancer surgery Hospitals accredited by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC) demonstrate significantly better outcomes for patients undergoing rectal cancer surgery compared to non-accredited hospitals, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.
	Virtual rehabilitation can provide benefits for stroke recovery A stroke often impacts a person's ability to move their lower body from the hips down to the feet. This leads to diminished quality of life and mental health in addition to increased susceptibility to falls. But now, UBC Okanagan researchers are exploring new treatment methods to help bridge the service delivery gap, and recovery outcomes, for patients after a stroke.
	Exploring ferumoxytol: A new frontier in MRI contrast agents Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a cornerstone in the landscape of medical diagnostics, celebrated for its non-ionizing and non-invasive nature. With nearly 40% of MRI procedures requiring contrast agents for optimal sensitivity, the quest for safer and more effective alternatives to gadolinium-based agents (GBCAs) has intensified.
	COVID-19 antibody discovery could explain long COVID UVA Health researchers have discovered a potential explanation for some of the most perplexing mysteries of COVID-19 and long COVID. The surprising findings could lead to new treatments for the difficult acute effects of COVID-19, long COVID, and possibly other viruses.
	Study highlights socioeconomic inequalities in prevalence of multiple long-term health conditions in England A study published in The Lancet Public Health suggests that, if current patterns in multimorbidity accumulation persist, there will be approximately a one-third (34%) increase in the prevalence of people living with multiple long-term conditions in 2049 compared with 2019.
	Dengue is sweeping through the Americas early this year Dengue is surging across the Americas early this year from Puerto Rico to Brazil, with 3.5 million cases of the tropical disease reported so far, health officials said Thursday.
	US officials warn of increase in bacterial illnesses that can lead to meningitis and possibly death U.S. health officials are warning of an increase in rare bacterial illnesses than can lead to meningitis and possible death.
	Predicting weight gain in children using second generation anti-psychotic medication A new study from University of Houston College of Pharmacy researchers examined the development and predictors of clinically significant weight gain (CSWG) among pediatric patients using second-generation antipsychotic (SGA) medication.
	A method for integrating patient-reported outcomes for patients with primary mitochondrial disease Researchers from the Mitochondrial Medicine Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) developed a new method of capturing patient and caregiver reported outcomes that can be readily integrated with clinical information from the electronic medical record to provide important information that helps guide tailored treatment strategies. The findings were recently published in the journal Molecular Genetics and Metabolism.
	First performance standards published to measure the effectiveness of lifestyle medicine treatments An expert panel has published the first performance measures to identify remission and evaluate the effectiveness of lifestyle medicine treatments, which will allow more objective comparisons between lifestyle behavior interventions and other non-lifestyle treatments.
	Insomnia symptoms may predict subsequent drinking in adults People with symptoms of insomnia may be likely to increase their drinking over time, according to a study published in Alcohol: Clinical and Experimental Research.
	Exploring the relationship between HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis and the incidence of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis In their research article published in Eurosurveillance, von Schreeb et al. challenge existing assumptions regarding the relationship between the use of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and the incidence of bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STI).
	Cancer-predisposition variants associated with adverse outcomes in rhabdomyosarcoma Germline cancer-predisposition variants (CPVs) can be helpful in predicting risk in some pediatric cancers. However, CPV risk association in children with rhabdomyosarcoma has not been well studied. A new report led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine evaluates the association of germline CPVs with rhabdomyosarcoma outcomes in a cohort of children enrolled in Children's Oncology Group studies. The findings are published in JAMA Network Open.
	Japan drugmaker reports two more deaths in supplement scare A Japanese drugmaker whose dietary supplements are at the center of a growing health scare reported on Thursday two more deaths potentially related to its tablets.
	Scotland tables proposed assisted dying law A bill to make assisted dying legal was introduced in the devolved Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh on Thursday, with a poll suggesting overwhelming support for changing the law.
	Few states cover fertility treatment for same-sex couples, but that could be changing Elizabeth Bauer was working out at the gym one morning last August when she got a phone call from her fertility nurse. It was a call that Bauer and her wife, Rebecca, had long been waiting for.
	A mom's $97,000 question: How was her baby's air-ambulance ride not medically necessary? Sara England was putting together Ghostbusters costumes for Halloween when she noticed her baby wasn't doing well.
	Protection racket or fair medical model? Why the AFL's illicit drugs policy is a necessary duty of care Earlier this week, independent MP Andrew Wilkie accused the AFL of conducting "off the books" illicit drug testing to identify players using substances of abuse, then inappropriately withdrawing them from matches under false pretenses.
	'Post-viral malaise': Why avoiding the term 'long-COVID' doesn't change anything for those affected Queenslanders were recently asked to stop using the term "long COVID." Instead, Queensland's Chief Health Officer, Dr John Gerrard, suggested the condition affecting 3% of residents should be called "post-viral malaise," due to concerns of creating unnecessary fear and hypervigilance.
	New South Wales may end its COVID vaccine mandate for health workers Months after COVID vaccines were introduced in 2021, governments and private organizations mandated them for various groups. Health and aged care workers were among the first to need two doses to keep their jobs.
	TikTok health hacks promising to change the taste and smell of female genitals are more sour than sweet Wake up. Brush teeth. Exfoliate. Drink a glass of pineapple "coochie juice?"
	Some cancer patients can find it hard to tell family and friends Ever since Anthony Bridges found out he had prostate cancer six years ago, he hasn't stopped talking about it. He told his Facebook friends immediately.
	Pandemic accord talks heading for extra time Two years of talks aimed at striking a landmark global agreement on how to handle the next pandemics were headed for overtime Thursday, with a breakthrough still elusive.
	Generation of tau dephosphorylation-targeting chimeras for the treatment of tauopathies Accumulation of pathologic tau protein plays a pivotal role in the neurodegeneration of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and many other tauopathies. Thus, amelioration of pathological tau aggregates in the brain is an important direction for the development of drugs. However, since tau per se plays multifaceted physiological roles in maintaining cell structure and functions, the traditional strategies targeting the general form of tau proteins might be somewhat arbitrary.

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	Ancient DNA reveals the appearance of a 6th century Chinese emperor What did an ancient Chinese emperor from 1,500 years ago look like? A team of researchers reconstructed the face of Chinese Emperor Wu of Northern Zhou using DNA extracted from his remains.
	DNA study IDs descendants of George Washington from unmarked remains New DNA sequencing technologies have identified the historical remains of George Washington's grandnephews, Samuel Walter Washington and George Steptoe Washington Jr., and their mother, Lucy Payne Washington, from unmarked, fragmentary bones left at the Harewood family cemetery in Charles Town, West Virginia, in the mid-1800s.
	Song lyrics have become simpler and more repetitive since 1980, study finds The lyrics of English-language songs have become simpler and more repetitive over the past 40 years, according to a study published in Scientific Reports.
	Study reveals evidence of violence at a time of crisis in ancient Peru The transition from the fifth to the fourth century BCE (Before the Common Era) seems to have been a critical period for the Central Andes, a region now part of Peru. Researchers have found evidence of turbulence during the passage from the Middle Formative period (1200–400 BCE) to the Late Formative period (400–1 BCE). Political disintegration and intergroup violence were apparently part of the context, possibly associated with a shift from theocracy to secular government.
	How to enable insider social change agents to tackle social and environmental issues in organizations Businesses play a crucial role in building a sustainable future, but it's the passionate individuals within these organizations who often lead the change. Known by many names— tempered radicals, social intrapreneurs, champions, reformers, advocates, activists, and more—these insider social change agents are the driving force behind efforts to tackle social and environmental issues.
	How can schools make sure gifted students get the help they need? Earlier this month, the New South Wales government announced it would roll out programs for gifted students in every public school in the state.
	Economic performance of wine production in the EU A study of economic indicators in the wine industry across the European Union has shown significant variation between member states. Many of these are influenced by factors such as vineyard size and specialization.
	Congestion pricing approved in New York City—expect it elsewhere soon, traffic expert says At the end of each semester in his traffic engineering class, Northeastern University professor Peter Furth gives a lecture about transportation of the future.
	Safe-guarding an ethical future for AI in education Digital literacy experts are advocating for the need to change the way we engage with and teach Artificial Intelligence (AI), setting students up for success in the future.
	Instagram and Threads are limiting political content: Why this is terrible for democracy Meta's Instagram and Threads apps are "slowly" rolling out a change that will no longer recommend political content by default. The company defines political content broadly as being "potentially related to things like laws, elections, or social topics."
	Olympics not likely to swallow up skateboarding's subversive nature into its corporate spectacle, researchers say The subversive nature of skateboarding is not likely to be affected by its continuing place in the corporate world of the Olympics, experts have predicted.
	Firms with exclusive networks excel by 7% in market crises: Study Firms with exclusive brokerage positions in their collaboration networks outshine their counterparts by an average margin of more than 7% in crisis conditions, according to recent research conducted at ESMT Berlin. The competitive advantage of exclusive brokers stems from their capacity to adapt quickly, and on their own terms, when crisis erupts—unlike their peers trapped in more tightly-knit, constraining networks.
	Perceptions of 'good' schools are heavily dependent on the preparation of the students entering them, study finds Are schools that feature strong test scores highly effective, or do they mostly enroll students who are already well-prepared for success? A study co-authored by MIT scholars concludes that widely disseminated school quality ratings reflect the preparation and family background of their students as much or more than a school's contribution to learning gains.
	How Spanish conquistadors, and a tiny cactus-dwelling insect, gave the world the color red When you think about a red object, you might picture a red carpet, or the massive ruby in the Queen's crown. Indeed, Western monarchies and marketing from brands such as Christian Louboutin have cemented our association of the color red with power and wealth.
	Why is Jesus often depicted with a six-pack? The muscular messiah reflects Christian values of masculinity Have you ever wondered why so many images depicting the crucifixion show Jesus with a very defined, slender and toned body? Either slim, but with a six-pack, or displaying muscles and brawn. While these images are hardly a reflection of what little can be surmised about the historical Jesus, they certainly reflect social and cultural ideas about masculinity and idealized notions of manhood.
	How can a baby learn two languages at the same time? Language acquisition in children is one of the most fascinating features of the human species, as well as one of the most difficult problems in linguistics and cognitive science. What are the processes that enable a child to completely master its native language in just a few years, and to a degree of competence that adult learners of a second language can almost never match?
	A eucharist of sourdough or wafer? What a thousand-year-old religious quarrel tells us about fermentation A nasty quarrel arose in the 11th century over what kind of bread should be used in holy communion.
	Same-sex marriage a decade on: More choice for all couples is the best legal way forward, study argues An increasing number of places of worship are offering same-sex weddings, a decade on from same-sex marriage in England and Wales becoming legal, a new study shows.
	Attitudes to adulthood are shifting as traditional milestones become out of reach, new study finds According to the study, people aged 18–30 have the most negative attitudes towards adulthood, which could be due to them spending their early adult years struggling to "get ahead" amid the challenges of a pandemic and cost of living crisis.
	Preventive drone attacks based on digital traces are a gray area under international law Identifying terrorists by analyzing their online activities is an approach that is sometimes at odds with international law, especially if the outcome is death. A study has documented this problematic legal and ethical issue.
	Micro-influencers play pivotal role in crises, study reveals You don't need to be an influencer with hundreds of thousands of followers to have a real-world impact during a crisis, according to a new study published in the Australasian Journal of Information Systems.
	Unlocking insights into marketing to mature consumers: A new research synthesis Research from Queen Mary University of London academic Dr. Mina Tajvidi, delves into marketing communications targeted at mature consumers aged 50 and above, addressing definitional inconsistencies and reviewing research published since 1972.
	Suppressing boredom at work hurts future productivity, study shows Boredom is more common at work than in any other setting, studies show, and employees are bored at work for more than 10 hours per week on average.
	Netflix trivializing teenagers' pain, says study A new analysis of adolescent TV and films on Netflix suggests that too often, it shows misleading depictions of pain, portraying pain as something arising only through a violent act or injury. Instead of trivializing the experience, it could do more to educate young people about much more common, everyday pain.
	For struggling organizations, fostering social connections can help recruit and retain scarce volunteers At a time when America needs volunteers more than ever, to tackle social problems from homelessness to disaster recovery, fewer people have been volunteering.
	Employees keep home distractions at bay by using their working memory Are family challenges distracting you at work, making your job feel demanding and stressful?
	Making the future too bright: How wishful thinking can point us in the wrong direction Everyone indulges in wishful thinking now and again. But when is that most likely to happen, and when could it actually be harmful? A new study led by the University of Amsterdam (UvA) demonstrates unequivocally that the greater the insecurity and anxiety of a situation, the more likely people are to become overly optimistic—even to the point where it can prevent us from taking essential action. The study's results have now been published in the journal American Economic Review.

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