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UrduThis paper explores the prevalence and effects of after-death
communications (ADCs) in individuals grieving the loss of a partner
or spouse, particularly in the context of the recent global upsurge
in deaths due to pandemic, warfare, environmental disasters, and
climate events.
Scientists Discover Mechanism of Sugar Signaling in Plants
A paper in the journal Science Advances describes how the moving parts of a particular plant protein control whether plants can grow and make energy-intensive products such as oil — or instead put in place a series of steps to conserve precious resources. The study focuses specifically on how the molecular machinery is regulated by a molecule that rises and falls with the level of sugar — plants’ main energy source.
Gut bacteria boost immune response to fight tumors
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found that a strain of gut bacteria can boost immune responses and enhance cancer immunotherapy to fight sarcoma tumors in mice. Shown is a rendering of microbes in the intestine.
NUS scientist Professor Lim Chwee Teck elected Fellow of the Royal Society
Professor LIM Chwee Teck, Director of the Institute for Health Innovation & Technology at the National University of Singapore (NUS iHealthtech), has been elected to the prestigious Fellowship of the Royal Society, in recognition of his invaluable contributions to science.
Rutgers Researchers Identify Impacts of Russia-Ukraine War on Hospitals
Rutgers researchers, aided by international collaborators, have tracked the devastation war has made on Ukraine’s hospital system. Hundreds of hospitals in Ukraine have been forced to close or operate at a reduced capacity since Russia’s invasion of the Eastern European country in February 2022.
Cleveland Clinic ReCOVer Clinic now enrolling Long COVID patients in the NIH RECOVER-VITAL clinical study.
The Cleveland Clinic ReCOVer Clinic will now be enrolling Long COVID patients in the NIH RECOVER-VITAL clinical study. The study will determine whether PAXLOVID, an antiviral drug used to treat mild-to-moderate COVID infections, can be used to treat Long COVID. It…
Link between e-cigarette use and early age of asthma onset in U.S. adults found through UTHealth Houston research
A significant link between the use of electronic cigarettes and earlier age of asthma onset in U.S. adults was reported by UTHealth Houston researchers today in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Network Open.
NJIT Researcher: Neural Networks Can Mediate Between Download Size and Quality
Application data requirements vs. available network bandwidth has been the ongoing Battle of the Information Age, but now it appears that a truce is within reach, based on new research from NJIT Associate Professor Jacob Chakareski.
IU School of Medicine researchers to present respiratory therapy advancements at ATS 2024
Researchers will showcase promising respiratory disease research at the American Thoracic Society (ATS) 2024 International Conference and ATS 2024 Respiratory Innovation Summit (RIS), May 17-22 in San Diego, California.
Collaborative Partnership to Address Mental Health Gap Affecting Our Homeless Community Members
Project Opportunity, generously funded by a $25,000 grant from Bank of America, is a powerful collaborative partnership that will allow Texas Tech Health El Paso physician residents from the Department of Psychiatry to provide services to community members at the Opportunity Center using remote video technology starting in June.
Pickleball Courts in a Legal Pickle #ASA186
As communities are flooded with pickleball courts to satiate the hunger for the snack-named game, HOAs and city councils face litigation by those whose lives are disrupted by pickleball’s din. The sport is uniquely noisy due to the hard paddles and balls, and the popping sound the game produces is sharp and persistent. Charles Leahy used his legal expertise and mechanical engineering experience to investigate how communities respond to the pickleball problem. Leahy will present his findings and recommendations for limiting pickleball noise at the 186th ASA Meeting.
New imaging software improves lung diagnosis for 30% of patients who can’t tolerate contrast dye; has added diagnostic benefits for all patients
For up to 30% of patients who are allergic to medical contrast dye or have a dye restriction because of other health conditions, they might find that it takes longer to get a diagnosis when it comes to life-threatening lung issues such as pulmonary embolism.
Deep-sea sponge’s “zero-energy” flow control could inspire new energy efficient designs, according to research co-led by NYU Tandon School of Engineering
The deep-sea Venus flower basket sponge can filter feed using only the faint ambient currents of the ocean depths, no pumping required, new research reveals. This discovery of natural ‘“zero energy” flow could help engineers design more efficient chemical reactors, air purification systems, heat exchangers, hydraulic systems, and aerodynamic surfaces.
NUS researchers and industry partners demonstrate cutting-edge chip technology for ultra-low power AI connected devices
Researchers from NUS, together with industry partners Soitec and NXP Semiconductors, have demonstrated a new class of silicon systems that promises to enhance the energy efficiency of AI connected devices by leaps and bounds. These technological breakthroughs will significantly advance the capabilities of the semiconductor industry in Singapore and beyond.
Prof. Philippe Ciarlet’s Visit to CityUHK: Advancing Scientific Research
The Hong Kong Institute for Advanced Study (HKIAS) of City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is delighted to welcome Prof. Philippe Ciarlet, a world-renowned mathematician and our HKIAS Senior Fellow, during his stay from 11 April to 29 May 2024. Prof. Ciarlet’s visit is marked by several pivotal events to advance scientific research and foster academic collaboration.
Juyun Lim, PhD, Joins Monell Chemical Senses Center to Focus on Sensory Nutrition Research
The Monell Chemical Senses Center welcomes Juyun Lim, PhD, as the newest addition to the faculty at Monell, starting in August, 2024. She is currently a Professor of Sensory Science and the Chair of the Graduate Program in the Department of Food Science and Technology at Oregon State University.
Loyola Medicine Launches Pioneering Women’s Sports Medicine Program
MAYWOOD, IL – Loyola Medicine proudly announces the launch of its Women’s Sports Medicine (WSM) program, a groundbreaking initiative dedicated exclusively to the health care needs of female athletes. This landmark program stands as the first of its kind in the Chicagoland area, offering a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to sports medicine for women and girls.
Mount Sinai Experts to Present New Research on Preeclampsia, Preterm Birth, Doula Care and More at the 2024 ACOG Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting
Women’s health doctors and researchers will share new insights on prenatal care
Study finds vasectomies on the rise after Roe v. Wade was overturned
A new UC San Diego Health study identifies an increase in vasectomy consultations and completed procedures after the Supreme Court’s 2022 ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which overturned federal protection of abortion rights. The study also sites…
New report reveals Michigan teacher salaries lag national averages, public supports increases
A new report from the Education Policy Innovation Collaborative at Michigan State University sheds light on teacher compensation policy and public opinion on the issue in Michigan. The report, titled “Teacher Compensation in Michigan: Recent Trends and Public Opinion,” analyzes the current state of teacher salaries in Michigan compared to other states.
FSU faculty available to comment for 2024 hurricane season
By: Bill Wellock | Published: May 16, 2024 | 3:36 pm | SHARE: The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is approaching.The season runs from June 1 through November 30. This year’s forecast includes an above-average number of storms.Florida State University faculty are leaders in the study of hurricanes and ways to mitigate their destruction.
Ion swap dramatically improves performance of CO2-defeating catalyst
A team of scientists led by the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory found an unconventional way to improve catalysts made of more than one material. The solution demonstrates a path to designing catalysts with greater activity, selectivity and stability.
Lurie Children’s Hospital Launches First Peer-Reviewed Journal on Health Advocacy
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago announces the launch of the Journal of Health Advocacy (JHA), the first of its kind peer-reviewed open access journal housed within the organization’s Patrick M. Magoon Institute for Healthy Communities.
Mercy Grows, Enhances Mercy Personal Physicians Network with Blessing/Dedications at new Ellicott City and expanded Reisterstown sites in Spring 2024
Mercy announces opening of the new Mercy Personal Physicians at Ellicott City and expansion of the Mercy Personal Physicians at Reisterstown as Mercy’s network of primary/specialty care sites continues to grow.
Offering Both Colonoscopy and At-Home Tests Doubled Colorectal Cancer Screening
In a trial analyzing how messages were framed in an underserved population, offering colorectal cancer screening options resulted in the highest screening rate
Ochsner Health recognized as one of America’s Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes
Dedicated to enhancing access and opportunities for all its employees, Ochsner Health is a frontrunner in fostering a professional environment where diversity is celebrated, and every employee is empowered to contribute to the collective success of the organization.
Bacterial proteins shed light on antiviral immunity
A unique collaboration between two UT Southwestern Medical Center labs – one that studies bacteria and another that studies viruses – has identified two immune proteins that appear key to fighting infections.
Mercy Primary Care Specialists Dr. Ernestine Wright and Dr. Jonathan Rich Featured Guests for May 2024’s “Medoscopy”
Mercy primary care physicians Dr. Ernestine Wright and Dr. Jonathan Rich discuss their lives and careers on the latest installment of talk show, MEDOSCOPY, airing in May on Facebook Watch.
New Covid Variants Have Emerged Called FLiRT
Two new COVID-19 variants nicknamed FLiRT are circulating. The new strains are sub variants of the omicron variant. The FLiRT strains have the same pattern as previous mutations and early evidence suggests it may be more contagious. It may also…
Sitting pretty: Canadian research sheds light on sedentary behaviour of seniors
Sitting is the new smoking, so goes the adage, but just how much of each day are older adults spending sedentary and is all sitting bad? Research led by McMaster University sheds new light. According to the study, published on…
First-generation medical students face unique challenges and need more targeted support
A study published in JAMA confirms that first-gen medical students feel that they face disproportionate adversity throughout their education and do not receive the support they need to compensate for that.
Researchers Wrestle with Accuracy of AI Technology Used to Create New Drug Candidates
Researchers at the UNC School of Medicine, UCSF, Stanford, and Harvard determined that a protein prediction technology can yield accurate results in the hunt to efficiently find the best possible drug candidates for many conditions.
Breaking bonds to form bonds: Rethinking the Chemistry of Cations
A team of chemists from the University of Vienna, led by Nuno Maulide, has achieved a significant breakthrough in the field of chemical synthesis, developing a novel method for manipulating carbon-hydrogen bonds. This groundbreaking discovery provides new insights into the molecular interactions of positively charged carbon atoms.
Kimberly Knight selected as ACS Secretary
The American Chemical Society (ACS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kimberly Knight as the organization’s next Secretary. As Secretary, Knight will serve as one of the Society’s seven officers.
New dean of University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies named
Hudson Santos is an internationally renowned nurse investigator and educator who studies the impact of the social determinants of health on mothers and their children and has significantly increased the school’s research footprint.
AI-Powered Headphones Filter Only Unwanted Noise #ASA186
Noise-canceling headphones automatically identify background sounds and cancel them out for much-needed peace and quiet. However, typical noise-canceling fails to distinguish between unwanted background sounds and crucial information, leaving headphone users unaware of their surroundings.
‘This program is life-changing’: UChicago Medicine shares Violence Recovery Program model with other hospitals
The University of Chicago Medicine’s Violence Recovery Program is a model for other hospitals that want to provide comprehensive care for patients and reduce the chances of re-injury. It has led to a new training program where staff from other hospitals come to Hyde Park to learn how UChicago Medicine’s program operates.
Rutgers Health Researchers Profile Clinical, Gene and Protein Changes in ‘Brain Fog’ From Long COVID
Scientists examined cognitive impairment and recovery time in patients following COVID-19 infection.
DDW 2024: Cedars-Sinai Experts Share Latest Research, Care Innovations
Cedars-Sinai digestive and liver diseases physicians and scientists will share their latest research at the annual Digestive Disease Week meeting, that takes place May 18-21, in Washington, D.C.
Normothermic perfusion system extends life of organs waiting for transplant
It increases the number of hearts considered for transplants
New Data Outlines Positive Effects of Endurance Exercise Training
Rockville, Md. (May 16, 2024)—Treadmill training, a form of endurance exercise, was found to be highly effective “with robust improvements in skeletal muscle citrate synthase activity in as little as [one to two] weeks, and improvements in maximum run speed…
Noise Survey Highlights Need for New Direction at Canadian Airports #ASA186
At the Toronto Pearson International Airport, airplane traffic dropped by 80% in the first few months of lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic., and in early 2020, the NVH-SQ Research Group out of the University of Windsor surveyed residents living around the airport to gauge how their annoyance levels changed with the reduction in noise.
Study Suggests High-Frequency Electrical ‘Noise’ Results in Congenital Night Blindness
In what they believe is a solution to a 30-year biological mystery, neuroscientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine say they have used genetically engineered mice to address how one mutation in the gene for the light-sensing protein rhodopsin results in congenital stationary night blindness.
End-of-life systemic treatment for patients with advanced cancers does not improve survival
Patients with very advanced solid tumors saw no significant improvement in overall survival after receiving systemic therapy, according to a study published today in JAMA Oncology by researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Yale Cancer Center.
Building a Better Sarcasm Detector #ASA186
Sarcasm is notoriously tricky to convey through text, and the subtle changes in tone that convey sarcasm often confuse computer algorithms as well, limiting virtual assistants and content analysis tools.
Spider Silk Sound System #ASA186
Researchers from Binghamton University investigated how spiders listen to their environments through webs and found that the webs match the acoustic particle velocity for a wide range of sound frequencies.
Are You Using Heat and Ice Properly?
Everything you know about using heat or ice may be wrong—or at least outdated.
Research has proven that uncomfortable stages, like letting your body go through the inflammation response, are key to proper healing. But that means anti-inflammatory methods, including over-the-counter medication and immediate icing of the affected area, may do more harm than good.
Dr. Daniel Geynisman Named New Editor-in-Chief for JNCCN—Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network
Daniel M. Geynisman, MD, is being announced the new Editor-in-Chief for JNCCN—Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. Dr. Geynisman, Chief of the Division of Genitourinary Medical Oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center, has a long history of working with NCCN in a variety of roles.
Lily Ng and Douglas Forrest of NIDDK win Endocrine Society’s 2024 Endocrine Images Art Competition
The Endocrine Society is delighted to announce that Lily Ng, PhD, and Douglas Forrest, Ph.D., have won the Society’s 2024 Endocrine Images Art Competition for their image of the astrocyte cell that expresses type 2 deiodinase.
Why do we overindulge?
If you tend to do other things or get distracted while eating dinner, you may be running the risk of over-consuming everyday pleasures later, possibly because the distraction caused you to enjoy yourself less, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.