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UrduA dose of adenovirus hits most people like a common cold – a cough, a fever, maybe a sore throat. But for an unfortunate few, the usually benign bug hacks the heart’s cellular electrical communication system and sometimes proves fatal.…
Hunting threatens one of the world’s most amazing wildlife migrations
As the world looks to tighten up the illegal capture of wildlife, migratory birds are being threatened by widespread and unsustainable hunting across the Asia-Pacific region. University of Queensland-led research has revealed that three quarters of migratory shorebird species in…
Small risk of muscle and bone problems in babies of mothers who took common thrush treatment
Oral fluconazole during first trimester should be prescribed with caution, say researchers
Supercomputer model simulations reveal cause of Neanderthal extinction
Climate scientists from the IBS Center for Climate Physics discover that, contrary to previously held beliefs, Neanderthal extinction was neither caused by abrupt glacial climate shifts, nor by interbreeding with Homo sapiens . According to new supercomputer model simulations, only…
Every heart dances to a different tune
Sophia Antipolis – 20 May 2020: Play the same piece of music to two people, and their hearts can respond very differently. That’s the conclusion of a novel study presented today on EHRA Essentials 4 You, a scientific platform of…
High blood pressure during and after exercise may be markers for disease later in life
(Boston)–Higher blood pressure during exercise and delayed blood pressure recovery after exercise are associated with a higher risk of hypertension, preclinical and clinical cardiovascular disease and death among middle-aged to older adults. Blood pressure responses to exercise are significant markers…
Heat now more lethal than cold for people with respiratory diseases in Spain
Women and older adults are the populations most vulnerable to high temperatures
Some recommended cardiovascular medications prescribed less frequently to women
Journal of the American Heart Association report
COVID-19 related strokes, other neurological impact under study
Traditional stroke treatments like clot-dissolving tPA and surgical removal of big clots in the brain are good choices as well when the stroke results from SARS-CoV-2 infection, investigators report. Excessive blood clotting and stroke — even in young, previously healthy…
The moral machine
By ‘reading’ books and news articles, machines can be taught ‘right’ from ‘wrong’ and adopt a human-like moral compass to analyze the development of moral values in societies over time
Fulbright Board Selects TTUHSC Faculty Member for Scholar Program
Prestigious Award Will Allow Queen to Make Second Trip to Latvia
BIDMC-developed vaccines protect against COVID-19 in non-human primates, study finds
Companion study suggests COVID-19 infection protects against re-exposure
Machine-learning tool could help develop tougher materials
Engineers develop a rapid screening system to test fracture resistance in billions of potential materials.
Tackling alcohol harms must be an integral part of the nation’s recovery from COVID-19
In bad times, the health and economic harms from alcohol get worse, warn experts
Climate change will turn coastal Antarctica green, say scientists
Scientists have created the first ever large-scale map of microscopic algae as they bloomed across the surface of snow along the Antarctic Peninsula coast. Results indicate that this ‘green snow’ is likely to spread as global temperatures increase. The team,…
Most young people with increased suicide risk only display ‘mild to moderate’ mental distress — study
The vast majority of young people who self-harm or experience suicidal thoughts appear to have only mild or moderate mental distress, instead of more obvious symptoms associated with a diagnosable disorder, according to a new study . As such, measures…
Macaques show protective immunity against SARS-CoV-2 after infection or after vaccine
Two new studies in macaques offer hope that humans could develop protective immunity against SARS-CoV-2, either as the result of a natural infection or by way of a vaccine. While there are differences between SARS-CoV-2 infection in macaques and humans,…
COVID-19 Cytokine storm: Possible mechanism for the deadly respiratory syndrome
Research into how the SARS-CoV-2 virus induces death is suggesting potential treatments for its most destructive complications. Leading immunologists in Japan are proposing a possible molecular mechanism that causes massive release of proinflammatory cytokines, or a cytokine storm, leading to…
Cutting edge two-photon microscopy system breaks new grounds in retinal imaging
Retina is the only part of the central nervous system (CNS) that can be visualized noninvasively with optical imaging approaches. Direct retinal imaging plays an important role not only in understanding diseased eye and ocular therapeutic discovery, but also study…
The Fannie and John Hertz Foundation announces 2020 fellows
From developing more effective drugs to creating a carbon-neutral future, this year’s fellows will pursue solutions to the world’s toughest challenges.
ESO telescope sees signs of planet birth
The twist marks the spot
Using machine learning to estimate COVID-19’s seasonal cycle
Berkeley Lab scientists aim to assess the role of climate variables in disease transmission
Researchers may have uncovered the Achilles heel of viruses
A new research study headed by Aarhus University in Denmark identifies how viruses avoid the body’s immune system and cause infections and diseases.
Birth control pills affect the love hormone
A recent research study from Aarhus University has shown that women who take birth control pills have a much higher level of the hormone oxytocin, also called the love hormone, in their blood compared to non-users.
ASTRO survey: Fewer patients despite enhanced safety measures at radiation oncology clinics
ARLINGTON, Va., May 20, 2020 – Despite facing challenges such as limited access to personal protective equipment (PPE) following the COVID-19 outbreak, radiation oncology clinics quickly implemented safety and process enhancements that allowed them to continue caring for cancer patients,…
3D-printed system speeds up solar cell testing from hours to minutes
Australian scientists flag dramatic improvement to next-gen perovskite R&D
ACM honors computing innovators for advances in research, education and industry
Contributions recognized in areas including the internet, algorithms and artificial intelligence
Exercise improves memory, boosts blood flow to brain
Scientists have collected plenty of evidence linking exercise to brain health, with some research suggesting fitness may even improve memory. But what happens during exercise to trigger these benefits?
MEDIA ADVISORY – LEADING ARGONNE SCIENTISTS DISCUSS LATEST RESEARCH INTO COVID-19 VACCINES, TREATMENTS, AND EPIDEMIOLOGICAL MODELS
From the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, leading scientists from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory have been using the Lab’s state-of-the-art facilities and collaborating with research teams from around the world to deliver analysis and share discoveries that are significantly contributing to the global fight against COVID-19.
Cedars-Sinai Gives $2 Million to Assist Communities During COVID-19
As COVID-19 causes staggering unemployment across the Los Angeles region, St. John’s Well Child & Family Center is getting a vital reprieve. The South Los Angeles nonprofit will receive a $150,000 grant from Cedars-Sinai to retrain members of its staff who would have been furloughed – and to enlist them in the campaign against the novel coronavirus.
Scientists find evidence of link between diesel exhaust, risk of Parkinson’s
A new UCLA study in zebrafish has identified the process by which air pollution can damage brain cells, potentially contributing to Parkinson’s disease.
Learning to Cope, Finding Hope
CSU experts weigh in on how to cope with anxiety, disappointment and loss during COVID-19.
Ancient giant armoured fish fed in a similar way to basking sharks
Scientists from the University of Bristol and the University of Zurich have shown that the Titanichthys – a giant armoured fish that lived in the seas and oceans of the late Devonian period 380-million-years ago – fed in a similar manner to modern day basking sharks.
Rolling 50/30 day cycle of lockdown and relaxation could be a useful option for managing COVID-19, model suggests
An alternating cycle of 50 days of strict lockdown followed by 30 days of easing could be an effective strategy for reducing the number of COVID-19-related deaths and admissions to intensive care units, say an international team of researchers.
Rutgers Expert Available to Discuss Potential for Sexual Transmission of COVID-19
A Rutgers infectious disease expert Michelle DallaPiazza, is available to comment about the potential for sexual transmission of COVID-19 in light of a small study in China that found coronavirus in the semen of some patients. “Although it’s unknown whether…
Partial measures compromise effectiveness of efforts to combat COVID-19
Comprehensive implementation of COVID-19 infection prevention measures boosts their effectiveness, while partial implementation compromises it.
Replacing time spent sitting with sleep or light activity may improve your mood
Moving more and sitting less was a challenge for many, even before states started issuing stay-at-home orders. Despite disruptions to our work and exercise routines, new research shows that making subtle changes at home may improve our mental health.
How Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Can Help Improve Healthcare Decision Making
ISPOR held its second Virtual ISPOR 2020 plenary session this afternoon, “Health Economics and Outcomes Research and Clinical Decision Making—Advancing Meaningful Progress.”
S&T Brings Partners Together to InSPIRE Disaster Preparedness and Resilience Innovation
To help communities prepare for disasters and rebuild in the aftermath, DHS S&T partnered with NAPSG to convene experts from around the country to share best practices and identify practical solutions related to information sharing, geospatial technologies, and leadership.
Aurora workshop helps researchers ramp up preparations for exascale computing
The Argonne Leadership Computing Facility recently hosted a workshop to help researchers advance code development efforts for Argonne’s upcoming exascale system, Aurora.
AANA Partners with 47 Nursing Organizations to Remove Practice Barriers in the VA
In a letter today, the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) partnered with 47 national nursing organizations to request support for the Veterans Affairs’ (VA) Directive 1899 to permanently remove barriers and allow Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to practice to the full extent of their education and training.
Mount Sinai Health System and Renalytix Form Joint Venture, Kantaro Biosciences, To Develop and Scale Production of COVID Antibody Test Kits
– Kantaro Biosciences partners with Bio-Techne for manufacturing and global kit distribution
– Scaled kit production to enable clinical laboratories to conduct 10M tests per month is planned to begin in July
Rutgers Pediatricians Decry Decline of Child Immunizations Due to COVID-19
Rutgers Pediatricians discuss in Q&A how parents can help keep up to date with vaccinations during the coronavirus crisis.
High rate of blood clots in COVID-19
COVID-19 is associated with a high incidence of venous thromboembolism, blood clots in the venous circulation, according to a study conducted by researchers at Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS), UK.
Depression symptoms linked to reduced cognitive control in people with autism
Adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and those with typical development show similar proactive cognitive control. However, symptoms of depression in individuals with autism were linked to less proactive control, a UC Davis study found.
Scientists use light to accelerate supercurrents, access forbidden light, quantum properties
Iowa State’s Jigang Wang continues to explore using light waves to accelerate supercurrents to access the unique and potentially useful properties of the quantum world.
Nonprofits benefit from having women on executive board
In the non-profit sector, women comprise the majority of nonprofit employees, while they are still the minority on boards. Having a substantial number of women on boards benefits nonprofits, according to a research team including faculty at Binghamton University, State University of New York.
Protein Shapes Matter in Alzheimer’s Research
Even small changes may have big, long-term consequences. For amyloid beta peptides, a major hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease, a common chemical modification at a particular location on the molecule has a butterfly effect that leads to protein misfolding, aggregation and cellular toxicity.
Self-isolating? Get fit faster with multi-ghost racing
Eager to ramp up your fitness while stuck at home? A new generation of virtual reality (VR) exergames nudges home-based cyclists to perform a lot better by immersing them in a crowd of cyclists. And as all cyclists participating in the race are versions of the flesh-and-blood player, the Covid-19 norms of social distancing are maintained even in the parallel universe of VR.
Ribs evolved for movement first, then co-opted for breathing
A major transformation in vertebrate evolution took place when breathing shifted from being driven by head and throat muscles—like in fish and frogs—to the torso—like in reptiles and mammals. But what caused the shift? A new study posits that the intermediate step was locomotion—the mechanics follow the same pattern as inhalation and exhalation.