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Month: December 2020
Study sheds light on immune mechanism that triggers cytokine storm typical of COVID-19
In lung tissue from a person who died after contracting COVID-19, active inflammasomes (puncta, represented as red specks) can be seen in some cells. Collagen fibers, lung cell nuclei and epithelial cells are stained green, blue and pink respectively
Molecule that regulates muscle adaptation to exercise is discovered
An article in Cell shows that the metabolite succinate is released by muscle cells during physical exercise and triggers a process of tissue remodeling that makes muscles stronger and enhances metabolic efficiency
The new generation solar, developed by TalTech, cells contribute to the green revolution
The European Union is determined to undertake a major reform known as the European Green Deal with an aim of making Europe the first climate neutral continent in 2050. The biggest changes will take place in the energy production sector,…
What will the climate be like when earth’s next supercontinent forms?
In roughly 200 million years, the continents will once again unite into a supercontinent; a new study explores how the next Pangea could affect the global climate
Study suggests metabolism influences parasite’s resistance to drugs
The metabolic state of a disease-causing parasite influences its resistance to current drugs – a finding that could aid in the development of more effective therapies
Molecular ‘barcode’ helps decide which sperm will reach an egg
A study in mice provides insights on the processes that determine which sperm will reach an egg to fertilise it, a discovery that may aid infertility research
EMBO welcomes thirty Young Investigators
Heidelberg, 1 December 2020 – EMBO is pleased to announce that thirty life scientists have been selected as EMBO Young Investigators. They will join the existing network of 73 current and 384 former members of the programme. The new EMBO…
COVID-19: The Essentials of Prevention and Treatment, now available worldwide in English
Digital version publicly accessible on Elsevier’s Novel Coronavirus Information Center
CRISPR tagging improves accuracy of model cells grown from stem cells
Tagging produces detailed catalog of transcription factors key to making each cell type
Study identifies novel mechanisms that cause protein clumping in brain diseases
CLEVELAND–A team of researchers at the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine has taken a major step toward understanding the mechanisms involved in the formation of large clumps of tau protein, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease and several other…
In a holiday season unlike any other, avoid unfounded claims about suicide
The suicide rate usually drops at holiday time
Scientists solve big limitation of stratospheric balloon payloads
How do you cool a large telescope to absolute zero while flying it from a huge balloon at 130,000 feet?
Selecting best microalgae for biodiesel production
An investigation of nine types of microalgae for use as an energy source in commercial biodiesel production based on laboratory-scale data
Genomic analysis of mako shark reveals genes relating to tumor suppression in humans
Genetic mapping of the shark’s liver and eye tissue showed overexpression of nine genes known for action in tumor suppression, wound healing, and probable monochrome vision
FAU receives NIH grant to enhance social engagement in older adults
FAU nursing, neuroscience and physics researchers join forces on the ‘mathematics of relatedness’
Predicting Breast Cancer Recurrences
A new tool combining traditional pathology with machine learning could predict which breast cancer patients actually need surgery. The technology, reported in the November issue of American Journal of Physiology — Cell Physiology (vol. 319: C910-C921; https:/ / doi. org/…
National Autism Indicators Report: health and health care of individuals with autism
Researchers from A.J. Drexel Autism Institute highlight a holistic picture of what health and health care look like across the life course for people on the autism spectrum.
Older adults in wealthier countries drink more alcohol
A new global study finds older people in wealthy countries consume more alcohol than their counterparts in middle-income countries, on average, although a higher cost of alcohol is associated with less frequent drinking. Across counties, people drink less as they…
AI predicts which drug combinations kill cancer cells
A machine learning model developed in Finland can help us treat cancer more effectively
COVID-19 researchers recognized with 2020 Golden Goose Award for scientific contributions
Researchers to be honored at December 1 virtual award ceremony
Octapharma USA presents bleeding disorders research at virtual ASH annual meeting
NUWIQ® & WILATE® utilized in research presented at hematology medical congress
Football-loving states slow to enact youth concussion laws
PULLMAN, Wash. – States with college teams in strong conferences, in particular the Southeastern Conference (SEC), were among the last to take up regulations on youth concussions, according to a recent study. The study, which investigated the association between youth…
Weak police, strong democracy: civic ritual and performative peace in contemporary Taiwan
Does the police role in society have to center on violence?
CU Anschutz researcher offers new theory on `Venus’ figurines
Investigators say humanity’s oldest sculptures may be linked to climate change, diet
Automatic deep-learning AI tool measures volume of cerebral ventricles on MRIs in children
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (DECEMBER 1, 2020). Researchers from multiple institutions in North America have developed a fully automated, deep-learning (DL), artificial-intelligence clinical tool that can measure the volume of cerebral ventricles on magnetic resonance images (MRIs) in children within about 25…
Flashy lizards are more attractive to mates and to predators
BINGHAMTON, NY — In the lizard world, flashy colors attract the interest of females looking for mates. But they can make colorful males desirable to other eyes, too — as lunch. Assistant Research Professor of Biological Sciences Lindsey Swierk is…
Lab results don’t explain ‘obesity paradox,’ but bias may
AUGUSTA, Ga. (Dec.1, 2020) – Results of standard laboratory tests performed on adult outpatients to provide an overall picture of their health are fairly consistent between those with obesity and their leaner counterparts, investigators report. The finding negates one rationale…
New device offers faster way to detect antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Method measures naturally occurring electron transfers
Why people become defensive and how to address it
Addressing why defensiveness manifests will help relationships, conflict management and decision making to reduce defensiveness
‘Artificial Pancreas Dashboard’ to standardize hybrid closed-loop reporting
New Rochelle, NY, November 30, 2020–A standardized “Artificial Pancreas (AP) Dashboard” should provide easy to use single-page hybrid closed-loop system (HCL) reporting for insulin requiring patients with diabetes. The AP Dashboard will help standardize HCL reporting similar to standardized CGM…
Out of many COVID-19 tests, which one to choose?
Different diagnostic techniques are appropriate at different stages of coronavirus infection. Using the right one is crucial for rapid diagnosis to help end the pandemic.
Clothing, tattoos could be used to monitor patient health
Emerging wearable technology uses tiny fibers that can track your blood pressure, heart rate, and more
Octogenarian snapper found in WA becomes oldest tropical reef fish by two decades
An 81-year-old midnight snapper caught off the coast of Western Australia has taken the title of the oldest tropical reef fish recorded anywhere in the world
Adults with overweight or obesity often don’t recognize they have a weight problem
Adults who were not aware of their overweight BMI less likely to lose weight
Global Brain Health Leader Awards to develop dementia-related projects
To address the growing public health crisis of dementia, three leading organizations announced funding for 23 small-scale pilot projects as part of this year’s Pilot Awards for Global Brain Health Leaders. The Alzheimer’s Association, Global Brain Health Institute, and the…
Genethon: green light from the ANSM to start a gene therapy trial for Duchenne.D
Genethon received this Monday 30th of November the authorisation from the ANSM to start in France a multicentre international clinical trial for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy with product GNT 004
Pumping a nanoparticle to lase at low power
A single nanoparticle can act like a laser at low power but still emit a sharp signal
Pets, touch and COVID-19: why our furry friends are lifesavers
Lockdowns, job losses and social isolation have been the hallmarks of 2020 as COVID-19 tightens its grip on the world, not only infecting millions and leaving a mounting death toll, but also denying humans the most basic sense – touch.…
Repurposed mouse model sheds light on loss of smell in COVID-19
A repurposed mouse model can develop symptoms of both severe COVID-19 (lung damage, blood clots, abnormal blood vessels, and death) and also of milder disease, including loss of the sense of smell, according to a recent University of Iowa study…
Warning signs over effectiveness of HIV ‘wonder drug’ in sub-Saharan Africa
Dolutegravir, the current first-line treatment for HIV, may not be as effective as hoped in sub-Saharan Africa, suggests new research published on World AIDS Day. The study finds that this so-called ‘wonder drug’ may be less effective in patients resistant…
Virus-like probes could help make rapid COVID-19 testing more accurate, reliable
Nanoengineers at the University of California San Diego have developed new and improved probes, known as positive controls, that could make it easier to validate rapid, point-of-care diagnostic tests for COVID-19 across the globe. The positive controls, made from virus-like…
Children with dyslexia show stronger emotional responses
Syndrome can confer neurological strengths as well as challenges, researchers say
Is changing organisational culture the solution to the Asian creativity dilemma?
SMU Office of Research & Tech Transfer – AI. iPod. Personal computer. Where were these world-changing innovations created? Answer: the West. Whether you’re talking about innovation at the product level or at the business level, you first need creativity. With…
‘Anti-antibiotic’ allows for use of antibiotics without driving resistance
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — An inexpensive, FDA-approved drug — cholestyramine — taken in conjunction with an antibiotic prevents the antibiotic from driving antimicrobial resistance, according to new research by scientists at Penn State and the University of Michigan. The team’s…
The American Pediatric Society announces its new members for 2021
HOUSTON, Dec. 1, 2020 – The American Pediatric Society (APS) is pleased to announce 55 new members. Founded in 1888, the APS is the first and most prestigious academic pediatric organization in North America. New members will be recognized during…
Scientists discover role of protein in detecting the common cold virus
The findings may lead to more effective treatments of flu-like symptoms
Dr. Boukrina of Kessler Foundation extends her study of stroke-related reading deficits
Support from the Mabel H. Flory Charitable Trust grant advances novel reading research for stroke survivors at Kessler Foundation
How to spot winning sperm: examine their racing stripes
Millions of sperm enter the race to fertilize, but only one wins the sprint to the egg. Now Yale researchers have discovered that these winning sperm possess a few key molecular characteristics that differentiate them from those left behind, they…
Pronouns matter — pronoun use conveys inclusivity
In her doctoral dissertation, Laura Hekanaho investigates attitudes towards English third person singular pronouns; the use of pronouns is very politicized