Mindfulness can improve mental health and wellbeing -- but unlikely to work for everyone
Mindfulness can improve mental health and wellbeing -- but unlikely to work for everyone
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Mindfulness courses can reduce anxiety, depression and stress and increase mental wellbeing within most but not all non-clinical settings, say a team of researchers. They also found that mindfulness may be no better than other practices aimed at improving men
Cracking the code of a shapeshifting protein
Cracking the code of a shapeshifting protein
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A shapeshifting immune system protein called XCL1 evolved from a single-shape ancestor hundreds of millions of years ago. Now, researchers have discovered the molecular basis for how this happened. In the process they uncovered principles that scientists can
New one-step process for creating self-assembled metamaterials
New one-step process for creating self-assembled metamaterials
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A team has discovered a groundbreaking one-step process for creating materials with unique properties, called metamaterials.
2D compound shows unique versatility
2D compound shows unique versatility
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A unique two-dimensional material shows distinct properties on each side, depending on polarization by an external electric field. The pairing of antimony and indium selenide could have applications in solar energy and quantum computing.
Increased first-trimester exercise may reduce gestational diabetes risk
Increased first-trimester exercise may reduce gestational diabetes risk
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Pregnant women who exercise more during the first trimester of pregnancy may have a lower risk of developing gestational diabetes, according to a new study. The analysis found that lower risk was associated with at least 38 minutes of moderate intensity exerc
Can a mother's stress impact children's disease development?
Can a mother's stress impact children's disease development?
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A researcher finds that stress on an expectant mother could affect her baby's chance of developing disease -- perhaps even over the course of the child's life.
To understand periodontal disease, researchers examine the surprising behavior of T cells
To understand periodontal disease, researchers examine the surprising behavior of T cells
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In diseases characterized by bone loss -such as periodontitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoporosis -- there is a lot that scientists still don't understand. What is the role of the immune response in the process? What happens to the regulatory mechanisms t
A safer, less expensive and fast charging aqueous battery
A safer, less expensive and fast charging aqueous battery
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Researchers have developed a new battery anode that overcomes the limitations of lithium-ion batteries and offers a stable, high-performance battery using seawater as the electrolyte.
Early warning system fills in gaps in infectious disease surveillance
Early warning system fills in gaps in infectious disease surveillance
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Researchers have developed an infectious disease early warning system that includes areas lacking health clinics participating in infectious disease surveillance. The approach compensates for existing gaps to support better observation and prediction of the s
Model offers help for new hips
Model offers help for new hips
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Engineers design a computational model that will ultimately serve as the engine to predict how long a hip implant could last for a specific patient. The unique model incorporates fluid dynamics and the physics of implant wear and aims to streamline trial-and-
Bacterium produces pharmaceutical all-purpose weapon
Bacterium produces pharmaceutical all-purpose weapon
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For some years, an active substance from the leaves of an ornamental plant has been regarded as a possible forerunner of a new group of potent drugs. So far, however, it has been very laborious to manufacture it in large quantities. That could now change: Res
Researchers acquire 3D images with LED room lighting and a smartphone
Researchers acquire 3D images with LED room lighting and a smartphone
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Researchers demonstrate that 3D optical imaging can be performed with a cell phone and LEDs without requiring any complex manual processes to synchronize the camera with the lighting.
Bacterium protects rice plants from diseases
Bacterium protects rice plants from diseases
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Researchers were able to demonstrate how a specific bacterium inside the seeds of rice plants effectively and in an eco-friendly way inhibits destructive plant pathogens.
How different plants can share their genetic material with each other
How different plants can share their genetic material with each other
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The genetic material of plants, animals and humans is well protected in the nucleus of each cell and stores all the information that forms an organism. For example, information about the size or color of flowers, hair or fur is predefined here. In addition, c
One in five brain cancers fueled by overactive mitochondria
One in five brain cancers fueled by overactive mitochondria
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A new study has found that up to 20% of aggressive brain cancers are fueled by overactive mitochondria and new drugs in development may be able to starve the cancers.
An augmented immune response explains the adverse course of COVID-19 in patients with hypertension
An augmented immune response explains the adverse course of COVID-19 in patients with hypertension
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COVID-19 patients who also suffer from high blood pressure are more likely to fall severely ill with the disease, which also leaves them at greater risk of death. Scientists have now found that the immune cells of patients with hypertension are already pre-ac
New process more efficiently recycles excess CO2 into fuel
New process more efficiently recycles excess CO2 into fuel
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For years, researchers have worked to repurpose excess atmospheric carbon dioxide into new chemicals, fuels and other products traditionally made from hydrocarbons harvested from fossil fuels. The recent push to mitigate the climactic effects of greenhouse ga
More management measures lead to healthier fish populations
More management measures lead to healthier fish populations
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Fish populations tend to do better in places where rigorous fisheries management practices are used, and the more measures employed, the better for fish populations and food production, according to a new article.
This tree snake climbs with a lasso-like motion
This tree snake climbs with a lasso-like motion
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Researchers have discovered that invasive brown tree snakes living on Guam can get around in a way that had never been seen before. The discovery of the snake's lasso-like locomotion for climbing their way up smooth vertical cylinders has important implicatio
Computer scientists: We wouldn't be able to control super intelligent machines
Computer scientists: We wouldn't be able to control super intelligent machines
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We are fascinated by machines that can control cars, compose symphonies, or defeat people at chess, Go, or Jeopardy! While more progress is being made all the time in Artificial Intelligence (AI), some scientists and philosophers warn of the dangers of an unc
Robot displays a glimmer of empathy to a partner robot
Robot displays a glimmer of empathy to a partner robot
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Like a longtime couple who can predict each other's every move, a new robot has learned to predict its partner robot's future actions and goals based on just a few initial video frames. The study is part of a broader effort to endow robots with the ability t
Inspired by kombucha tea, engineers create 'living materials'
Inspired by kombucha tea, engineers create 'living materials'
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Engineers have developed a new way to generate tough, functional materials using a mix of bacteria and yeast similar to the 'kombucha mother' used to ferment tea. Using this mix, called a Syn-SCOBY (synthetic symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast), they pro
Scientists identify workflow algorithm to predict psychosis
Scientists identify workflow algorithm to predict psychosis
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Cleverly combining artificial and human intelligence leads to improved prevention of psychosis in young patients.
Expanding the boundaries of CO2 fixation
Expanding the boundaries of CO2 fixation
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Design and realization of synthetic enzymes open up an alternative to natural photorespiration.
New nanostructured alloy for anode is a big step toward revolutionizing energy storage
New nanostructured alloy for anode is a big step toward revolutionizing energy storage
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Researchers have developed a battery anode based on a new nanostructured alloy that could revolutionize the way energy storage devices are designed and manufactured.
A charge-density-wave topological semimetal
A charge-density-wave topological semimetal
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A novel material has been discovered that is characterised by the coupling of a charge density wave with the topology of the electronic structure.
Probiotic coffee and tea drinks
Probiotic coffee and tea drinks
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Good news for those who need a cuppa to start the day. Food scientists have created new probiotic coffee and tea drinks that are packed with over 1 billion units of gut-friendly live probiotics. These non-dairy and plant-based beverages are can be stored chil
Uncovering basic mechanisms of intestinal stem cell self-renewal and differentiation
Uncovering basic mechanisms of intestinal stem cell self-renewal and differentiation
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The gut plays a central role in the regulation of the body's metabolism and its dysfunction is associated with a variety of diseases, such as obesity, diabetes, colitis and colorectal cancer that affect millions of people worldwide. Targeting endocrine dysfun
Scientists reach new milestone in vaccine development for leishmaniasis
Scientists reach new milestone in vaccine development for leishmaniasis
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Researchers have taken an important step forward in developing a controlled human infection model to test leishmaniasis vaccines.
Understanding origins of Arizona's Sunset Crater eruption of 1,000 years ago
Understanding origins of Arizona's Sunset Crater eruption of 1,000 years ago
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Scientists have been working to solve the mysterious root cause of the Sunset Crater eruption and any lessons learned to better understand the threats similar volcanoes may pose around the world today. But as to why it erupted, that has remained a mystery, un
Study identifies exposure to common food-borne pathogen linked to rare brain cancer
Study identifies exposure to common food-borne pathogen linked to rare brain cancer
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A new study suggests a link between toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii) infection and the risk of glioma, a type of brain cancer, in adults.
First human culture lasted 20,000 years longer than thought
First human culture lasted 20,000 years longer than thought
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Homo sapiens emerged in Africa around 300 thousand years ago, where their fossils are found with the earliest cultural and technological expressions of our species. This repertoire, commonly referred to as the 'Middle Stone Age', remained widely in use acros
Gene therapy strategy found effective in mouse model of hereditary disease TSC
Gene therapy strategy found effective in mouse model of hereditary disease TSC
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Patients with a genetic disorder called tuberous sclerosis complex have noncancerous tumors growing in numerous organs, and their treatment options are limited. A gene therapy strategy effectively treated mice that express one of the mutated genes that cause
A beginner's guide to DNA origami
A beginner's guide to DNA origami
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Researchers, who have studied DNA origami for years, have compiled the first detailed tutorial on the technique.
Scientists discover slimy microbes that may help keep coral reefs healthy
Scientists discover slimy microbes that may help keep coral reefs healthy
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Microbes living within the slimy biofilms of some coral species may help protect the coral against excess nitrogen levels, according to new research.
Large study finds higher burden of acute brain dysfunction for COVID-19 ICU patients
Large study finds higher burden of acute brain dysfunction for COVID-19 ICU patients
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COVID-19 patients admitted to intensive care in the early months of the pandemic were subject to a significantly higher burden of delirium and coma than is typically found in patients with acute respiratory failure. A new study finds that choice of sedative m
Nanoparticle vaccine for COVID-19
Nanoparticle vaccine for COVID-19
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Researchers are working to develop a single-dose vaccine for SARS-CoV-2 that could potentially be stored at room temperature.
Tiny wireless device sheds light on combating obesity
Tiny wireless device sheds light on combating obesity
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In a new study, researchers have described a medical device that might help with weight loss and requires a simpler operative procedure for implantation.
Jellyfish create a 'virtual wall' to enhance performance
Jellyfish create a 'virtual wall' to enhance performance
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A new discovery finds that jellyfish create a 'ground effect,' similar to how air squeezes between an airplane and ground during take-off, which builds pressure and a force that boosts performance. Never before has it been proven that an animal can create thi
'Invisible' stem cells evade natural killer cells using immune 'off-switch'
'Invisible' stem cells evade natural killer cells using immune 'off-switch'
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Scientists have discovered a new way to control the immune system's 'natural killer' (NK) cells, a finding with implications for novel cell therapies and tissue implants that can evade immune rejection. The findings could also be used to enhance the ability o
