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Newswise: A surprising way to disrupt sleep
Released: 3-Oct-2023 6:05 AM EDT
A surprising way to disrupt sleep
Osaka University

Circadian rhythms, the internal biological clocks that regulate our daily activities, are essential for maintaining health and well-being. While the role of transcription in these rhythms is well-established, a new study sheds light on the critical importance of post-transcriptional processes.

Released: 3-Oct-2023 6:05 AM EDT
Study introduces new internet addiction spectrum: where are you on the scale?
University of Surrey

Young people (24 years and younger) spend an average of six hours a day online, primarily using their smartphones, according to research from the University of Surrey. Older people (those 24 years and older) spend 4.6 hours online.

Newswise: Genetics of attraction: mate choice in fruit flies
Released: 3-Oct-2023 6:05 AM EDT
Genetics of attraction: mate choice in fruit flies
University of Zurich

Genetic quality or genetic compatibility? What do female fruit flies prioritize when mating? Researchers at the University of Zurich show that both factors are important at different stages of the reproductive process and that females use targeted strategies to optimize the fitness of their offspring.

Released: 3-Oct-2023 6:05 AM EDT
Researchers find a cause of Parkinson’s disease
University of Copenhagen, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences

Until recently, our understanding of Parkinson's disease has been quite limited, which has been apparent in the limited treatment options and management of this debilitating condition.

Released: 3-Oct-2023 6:05 AM EDT
New $81M NIH grant will help U.S. answer urgent need for better dementia care
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

Fueled by new five-year funding expected to total $81 million from the NIH’s National Institute on Aging, a multi-institution team will work to improve understanding of the health care workforce that cares for people with dementia, through surveys and other methods that will produce data for clinicians, researchers, policymakers and others to use.

Newswise: ISPOR Announces 2023 Health Economics and Outcomes Research Award Honorees
Released: 3-Oct-2023 4:05 AM EDT
ISPOR Announces 2023 Health Economics and Outcomes Research Award Honorees
ISPOR—The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research

ISPOR—The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research announced the recipients of its 2023 Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) Scientific and Leadership Awards.

Released: 2-Oct-2023 6:15 PM EDT
University of Maryland School of Medicine Cancer Research Featured at American Society for Radiation Oncology Annual Meeting
University of Maryland Medical Center

Researchers in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) presented significant findings in two studies featured today at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) annual meeting in San Diego.

Newswise: Chemistry Student Studies Sustainable Energy Solutions at National Lab
Released: 2-Oct-2023 12:05 PM EDT
Chemistry Student Studies Sustainable Energy Solutions at National Lab
California State University, Fullerton

Chemistry graduate student Oliver Solares is working toward finding solutions for clean energy and mitigating the impacts of climate change.

Released: 2-Oct-2023 12:00 PM EDT
Rutgers Receives $4.2 Million to Develop Center for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Research in Asian and Pacific Americans
Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research at Rutgers University

The Resource Center for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Research in Asian and Pacific Americans will work to advance behavioral, social and economic research related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias especially in older Asian and Pacific Americans.

Newswise: Study uncovers function of mysterious disordered regions of proteins implicated in cancer
Released: 2-Oct-2023 11:05 AM EDT
Study uncovers function of mysterious disordered regions of proteins implicated in cancer
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

IDRs comprise a large percentage of the human proteome and are particularly important for nuclear proteins that govern our genomic architecture and gene expression.

Released: 2-Oct-2023 11:05 AM EDT
Mayo Clinic’s AI innovation inspires hope in early detection of pancreatic cancer
Mayo Clinic

Estimated to become the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. by 2030, pancreatic cancer has a grim prognosis with nearly 70% of patients facing mortality within the first year of diagnosis. Unfortunately, 40% of small pancreatic cancers elude detection on CT scans until they've advanced to an incurable stage.

Released: 2-Oct-2023 11:00 AM EDT
New research indicates some people may be physically unable to use police breathalysers
University of Sheffield

Some people may be physically unable to use the current evidential breath analysis machines, relied upon by police to gather proof of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, new research from the University of Sheffield indicates.

   
Released: 2-Oct-2023 7:00 AM EDT
Research Reveals How a Single Enzyme Can Boost Soybean Oil Production
Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

As a potent source of protein and oil, soybeans are a vital global crop for food, animal feed, industrial applications, and biofuel production. Even minor improvements in soybean seed content can therefore have far-reaching implications for agricultural productivity and global economies.

Newswise: Enhancing stretchable electronics: NUS researchers develop novel liquid metal circuits for flexible, self-healing wearables
Released: 2-Oct-2023 2:05 AM EDT
Enhancing stretchable electronics: NUS researchers develop novel liquid metal circuits for flexible, self-healing wearables
National University of Singapore (NUS)

Imagine a stretchable and durable sensor patch for monitoring the rehabilitation of patients with elbow or knee injuries, or an unbreakable and reliable wearable device that measures a runner’s cardiac activities during training to prevent life-threatening injuries.

Newswise: Ancient plant wax reveals how global warming affects methane in Arctic lakes
Released: 2-Oct-2023 2:05 AM EDT
Ancient plant wax reveals how global warming affects methane in Arctic lakes
Northwestern University

By studying fossils from ancient aquatic plants, Northwestern University and University of Wyoming (UW) researchers are gaining a better understanding of how methane produced in Arctic lakes might affect — and be affected by — climate change.

Released: 1-Oct-2023 1:20 PM EDT
Shorter course of radiation therapy is safe for patients with early-stage breast cancer who have undergone mastectomy and reconstruction
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Researchers at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center have found that a shorter course of radiation therapy after mastectomy and breast reconstruction surgery provides the same protection against breast cancer recurrence and equivalent physical side-effects but substantially reduces life disruption and financial burden for patients.

28-Sep-2023 10:05 PM EDT
Short-course radiation as effective as standard treatment for patients who opt for breast reconstruction after mastectomy
American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)

In a first-of-its-kind study, people with breast cancer who underwent implant-based breast reconstruction immediately following a mastectomy reported that getting fewer, higher doses of radiation was just as effective as standard radiation, did not increase side effects and saved them time and money.

28-Sep-2023 10:05 PM EDT
High-dose radiation offers new treatment option for older patients with inoperable kidney tumors
American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)

Older adults diagnosed with kidney tumors that are not suitable for surgery may benefit from targeted, high-dose radiation, a new study from Australian and Dutch researchers suggests.

28-Sep-2023 11:05 PM EDT
Liquid biopsies can rapidly detect residual disease following cervical chemoradiation, study finds
American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)

Two liquid biopsy tests that look for the presence of human papillomavirus (HPV) in the blood accurately identified patients with a high risk of cervical cancer recurrence after the completion of chemoradiation, a new study confirms.

Newswise: Rapid Telehealth Consults Improve Care for Rural Patients With Stroke
21-Sep-2023 12:00 PM EDT
Rapid Telehealth Consults Improve Care for Rural Patients With Stroke
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)

A telestroke program at Essentia Health addressed barriers to rapid diagnosis and intervention for rural patients with stroke symptoms, decreasing door-to-needle time and improving outcomes.

Released: 1-Oct-2023 5:00 AM EDT
Largest-Ever Genetic Study of Suicide Finds New Risk Factors
University of Utah Health

The reasons why people attempt suicide are complex and include external triggers like trauma and stress, as well as inherited genetic factors. A new study has identified 12 DNA variants, or variations in the human genetic code, that are associated with risk of attempting suicide.

Newswise: October 2023 Issue of Neurosurgical Focus: Video: “Intradural Spinal Tumors”
28-Sep-2023 3:05 PM EDT
October 2023 Issue of Neurosurgical Focus: Video: “Intradural Spinal Tumors”
Journal of Neurosurgery

Announcement of contents of the October 2023 issue of Neurosurgical Focus: Video

Newswise: ORNL to lead new center to create sustainable chemical industry processes
Released: 29-Sep-2023 7:05 PM EDT
ORNL to lead new center to create sustainable chemical industry processes
Oak Ridge National Laboratory

The Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory has been selected to lead an Energy Earthshot Research Center, or EERC, focused on developing chemical processes that use sustainable methods instead of burning fossil fuels to radically reduce industrial greenhouse gas emissions to stem climate change and limit the crisis of a rapidly warming planet.

29-Sep-2023 11:00 AM EDT
MD Anderson Research Highlights: ASTRO 2023 Special Edition
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Research Highlights showcases the latest breakthroughs in cancer care, research and prevention.

Released: 29-Sep-2023 4:05 PM EDT
Argonne joins Illinois manufacturers for ​“Makers on the Move” tour
Argonne National Laboratory

Argonne’s manufacturing center joins with Illinois manufacturers to tour the state and foster innovation and collaboration. Argonne's materials expertise is available to help propel U.S. manufacturing forward.

Newswise: Can a roof’s material cool the outside air and lower energy demand?
Released: 29-Sep-2023 4:05 PM EDT
Can a roof’s material cool the outside air and lower energy demand?
Argonne National Laboratory

To help understand how climate is affecting urban communities, researchers at Argonne examined different types of roofing materials and their impact on near-surface temperature and cooling energy demand through regional modeling in the Chicago area.

Released: 29-Sep-2023 4:05 PM EDT
High-performance, Earth-friendly Materials for Geothermal Wells
Brookhaven National Laboratory

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced funding for a new research center at Brookhaven National Laboratory focused on exploring the chemical and mechanical properties of cement composites and other materials used in enhanced geothermal systems (EGS).

Released: 29-Sep-2023 4:05 PM EDT
الداء البطني مقابل عدم تحمل الغلوتين: خبير مايو كلينك هيلثكير يوضح الفرق
Mayo Clinic

مع ازدياد خيارات الطعام الخالي من الغلوتين، قد يصعُب تقرير ما إذا كان يجب إضافة الغلوتين إلى نظامك الغذائي أم لا. يقول الدكتور سرمد سامي، بكالوريوس الطب والجراحة، طبيب الجهاز الهضمي في مايو كلينك هيلثكير في لندن، أنه لا توجد ضرورة بالنسبة لمعظم الأشخاص لاستبعاد الأطعمة التي تحتوي على الغلوتين بشكل كامل، إذ لا توجد فائدة صحية مثبتة من وراء ذلك. ويشرح الدكتور سامي في هذا التنبيه السبب ويوضح الفرق بين حالتين طبيتين متعلقتين بالغلوتين هما: الداء البطني وعدم تحمل الغلوتين.

Newswise: Department of Energy funds new center for decarbonization of steelmaking
Released: 29-Sep-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Department of Energy funds new center for decarbonization of steelmaking
Argonne National Laboratory

The DOE recently announced $19 million in funding for Argonne to lead the Center for Steel Electrification by Electrosynthesis. The center's aim is to develop a cost-effective process for steel making that would greatly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Released: 29-Sep-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Department of Energy Announces up to $500 Million for Basic Research to Advance the Frontiers of Science
Department of Energy, Office of Science

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced up to $500 million in funding for basic research in support of DOE’s clean energy, economic, and national security goals.

Released: 29-Sep-2023 11:05 AM EDT
DOE Announces $264 Million for Basic Research in Support of Energy Earthshots™
Department of Energy, Office of Science

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced $264 million in funding for 29 projects to develop solutions for the scientific challenges underlying DOE’s Energy Earthshots™ Initiative to advance clean energy technologies within the decade. The funding will support 11 new Energy Earthshot Research Centers led by DOE National Laboratories and 18 university research teams addressing one or more of the Energy Earthshots™ that are focused on six different areas, including industrial decarbonization, carbon storage, and offshore wind. The Department launched the Energy Earthshots Initiative to spur decarbonization efforts that will help the United States meet President Biden’s ambitious climate and clean energy goals, including a 50% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 and a net-zero carbon economy by 2050.

Released: 29-Sep-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Developing the Next-Generation of Radiation Safety Professionals
Brookhaven National Laboratory

Brookhaven National Laboratory and Queensborough Community College (QCC) have proposed a unique, hands-on certificate program to train future radiation protection professionals. This project is now being funded through the Developing Next Generation Radiation Safety Professionals (DNGRSP) grant awarded by the DOE’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Minority Serving Institution Partnership Program (MSIPP).

Released: 29-Sep-2023 5:05 AM EDT
Biological Particles Play Crucial Role in Arctic Cloud Ice Formation
Stockholm University

An international team of scientists from Sweden, Norway, Japan, and Switzerland, has presented research findings that reveal a crucial role of biological particles, including pollen, spores, and bacteria, in the formation of ice within Arctic clouds.

Released: 29-Sep-2023 4:05 AM EDT
Experimental nasal spray may offer quick, easy remedy for treating rapid heartbeat
American Heart Association (AHA)

A fast-acting medication delivered as a nasal spray may someday allow patients with intermittent rapid heartbeats to treat it themselves as soon as they develop symptoms, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

Newswise: Fish reveal cause of altered human facial development
Released: 29-Sep-2023 4:05 AM EDT
Fish reveal cause of altered human facial development
University of Tokyo

Some substances in medicines, household items and the environment are known to affect prenatal child development.

Released: 29-Sep-2023 4:05 AM EDT
Wearable device data reveals that reduced sleep and activity in pregnancy is linked to premature birth risk
Stanford Medicine

A lack of sleep and reduced physical activity during pregnancy are linked to risk of preterm birth, according to new research led by the Stanford School of Medicine.

26-Sep-2023 3:35 PM EDT
Cleveland Clinic Researchers Develop New Model for Prioritizing Lung Transplant Candidates
Cleveland Clinic

CLEVELAND: A team from Cleveland Clinic has developed a new model for prioritizing patients waiting for a lung transplant, aimed at improving outcomes and reducing deaths among those in need of donor lungs. The new method offers an improved strategy for organ allocation by taking into account how the time a patient has spent on the waiting list could impact the severity of their disease and the urgency of their need for a transplant. The results of a study looking at this new method were published today in The American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.

Released: 28-Sep-2023 3:05 PM EDT
First of its kind dataset shows future flooding risk at neighborhood level
Argonne National Laboratory

Partnering with AT&T and the New York Power Authority, researchers at Argonne National Laboratory used supercomputing resources to develop a new methodology for estimating increased flood risk from climate change during the mid-21st century.

Newswise:Video Embedded light-activated-acid-drives-energy-efficient-on-demand-release-of-captured-co2
VIDEO
Released: 28-Sep-2023 1:05 PM EDT
Light-activated acid drives energy-efficient, on-demand release of captured CO2
Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Using light instead of heat, Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers found a way to release carbon dioxide from a solvent used in direct air capture to trap this greenhouse gas.

Newswise: Accelerating Sustainable Semiconductors With ‘Multielement Ink’
Released: 28-Sep-2023 11:00 AM EDT
Accelerating Sustainable Semiconductors With ‘Multielement Ink’
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

Scientists have demonstrated “multielement ink” – the first “high-entropy” semiconductor that can be processed at low-temperature or room temperature. The new material could enable cost-effective and energy-efficient semiconductor manufacturing.

Released: 28-Sep-2023 9:55 AM EDT
Argonne to recycle magnets from Advanced Photon Source in new physics experiment at Brookhaven
Argonne National Laboratory

Argonne is recycling 700 magnets as its Advanced Photon Source undergoes an upgrade, and the old magnets will be used for the Electron-Ion Collider.

Released: 28-Sep-2023 6:05 AM EDT
Researchers find potential way to tweak immune system to help it fight tuberculosis
Boston University

Tuberculosis is old—ancient even. The infectious bacterial disease that plagued Old Testament Israelites and took down pharaohs was eventually stunted by vaccinations, antibiotics, and public health measures like isolation, but it hasn’t been cured yet. More than a million people around the world still die from TB every year.

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Newswise: Cedars-Sinai Radiation Oncologists Featured at ASTRO 2023
Released: 27-Sep-2023 6:05 PM EDT
Cedars-Sinai Radiation Oncologists Featured at ASTRO 2023
Cedars-Sinai

Physician-scientists from the Department of Radiation Oncology at Cedars-Sinai Cancer will present the latest research breakthroughs and discuss advances in clinical care at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) annual meeting Oct. 1-4, 2023, in San Diego.

Released: 27-Sep-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Argonne summer school gives underrepresented students a hands-on introduction to physical science
Argonne National Laboratory

Through working on foams, emulsions and gels, students learn the fundamentals of materials science, physics and chemistry in a new summer school at Argonne National Laboratory.



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