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Simple Wipe Test Reveals Hidden PFAS on Firefighter Gear
A new wipe test from Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center reveals invisible PFAS contamination on firefighter gear, including breathing masks. The …
AI Heart Map Links Genes, Images and Drugs to Speed Heart Care
Scientists have created an AI-driven “map” of the heart that links medical images with genes and drugs, revealing fresh leads …
AI-Guided Drug Repurposing Shows Promise Against Deadly Childhood Cancer
Using machine learning and existing medicines, scientists at Lund University have found a drug combination that slowed tumor growth and …
Breast Cancer Drug Shows Promise Against Deadly Leukemia
Oregon Health & Science University researchers have identified a drug duo that could help people with acute myeloid leukemia overcome …
New ‘AI Advisor’ Lets Humans Share Control of Self-Driving Labs
A new AI advisor model from the University of Chicago and Argonne National Laboratory shows how humans and self-driving labs …
‘Molecular Glue’ Drug Strategy Targets Resistant Lung Cancer
University of Michigan researchers have found a way to use a “molecular glue” to stabilize a tumor-suppressing protein and shrink …
Experimental Drug NU-9 Blocks Early Alzheimer’s Damage in Mice
An experimental Northwestern drug, NU-9, stopped early brain inflammation and toxic protein buildup in an Alzheimer’s mouse model. The work …
Teen Drug Use in U.S. Stays Near Record Lows, Survey Finds
A major national survey shows most U.S. teens continue to avoid alcohol, nicotine and other drugs at historically high rates, …
MIT mRNA Breakthrough Hints at Rejuvenating Aging Immune Systems
MIT and Broad Institute researchers used mRNA to turn the liver into a temporary immune-support “factory” in aging mice. The …
UCLA Study: Gut Bacteria Rapidly Evolve to Digest Ultra-Processed Foods
UCLA researchers have found that gut bacteria are rapidly evolving to digest starches in ultra-processed foods, and that this evolution …
AI
AI Heart Map Links Genes, Images and Drugs to Speed Heart Care
Scientists have created an AI-driven “map” of the heart that links medical images with genes and drugs, revealing fresh leads …
AI-Guided Drug Repurposing Shows Promise Against Deadly Childhood Cancer
Using machine learning and existing medicines, scientists at Lund University have found a drug combination that slowed tumor growth and …
New ‘AI Advisor’ Lets Humans Share Control of Self-Driving Labs
A new AI advisor model from the University of Chicago and Argonne National Laboratory shows how humans and self-driving labs …
AI Plus Blood Biomarker Boosts Pneumonia Diagnosis Accuracy
UCSF scientists paired a gene-based biomarker with generative AI to spot dangerous lung infections in ICU patients with striking accuracy …
TU Wien Team Pairs ChatGPT-Style AI With Logic to Set Records
By teaming up two very different kinds of artificial intelligence, TU Wien researchers have solved tough logic problems faster than …
Career & Education
How ChatGPT Is Quietly Reshaping Student Writing, Not Grades
A large study of nearly 5,000 student reports shows that writing has grown more polished, formal and upbeat since ChatGPT’s …
New Federal Loan Caps May Disrupt Medical Field: Harvard Study
A new study from Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute reveals that upcoming federal loan caps could pose significant financial challenges …
College Students With Strong Sense of Belonging More Likely to Graduate in 4 Years
A new study led by Wake Forest University reveals that college students with a strong sense of belonging are significantly …
Noncredit Training at Community Colleges Can Increase Earnings: New Study
Community college noncredit training programs are proving valuable for job seekers, with participants experiencing earnings boosts and higher employment rates, …
New Study Uncovers Effect of Admitting Impostor Feelings by Professors
New research from Colorado State University shows that professors who admit to feelings of impostor syndrome may be perceived as …
Climate & Sustainability
PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Tied to Billions in Infant Health Costs
A new University of Arizona-led study finds that PFAS contamination in drinking water harms infant health and carries at least …
Researchers Sound Alarm on Escalating Plastic Pollution Fueled by Climate Change
A new review from Imperial College London highlights how climate change exacerbates plastic pollution, urging global action to tackle these …
AI’s Energy Consumption Lower Than Expected, New Study Finds
Contrary to popular beliefs, a new study shows that artificial intelligence’s energy consumption has a negligible impact on global emissions, …
Using Fermentation Waste to Make Sustainable Fabric
A team led by Penn State researchers has developed a groundbreaking method to transform leftover yeast from brewing and pharmaceutical …
Can Bamboo Replace Plastic? Scientists Investigate Its Potential and Challenges
A new study investigates bamboo as a sustainable alternative to plastics, showcasing its environmental benefits and technological potential, while also …
Health & Wellness
Simple Wipe Test Reveals Hidden PFAS on Firefighter Gear
A new wipe test from Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center reveals invisible PFAS contamination on firefighter gear, including breathing masks. The …
AI Plus Blood Biomarker Boosts Pneumonia Diagnosis Accuracy
UCSF scientists paired a gene-based biomarker with generative AI to spot dangerous lung infections in ICU patients with striking accuracy …
Reversing Prediabetes May Halve Risk of Deadly Heart Problems
New research from King’s College London finds that bringing blood sugar back to normal in people with prediabetes can slash …
Mammograms May Also Reveal Women’s Hidden Heart Disease Risk
New research suggests routine mammograms could do double duty, spotting not only breast cancer but also early warning signs of …
Even Moderate Drinking Raises Cancer Risk, FAU Research Finds
A sweeping review from Florida Atlantic University finds that how often and how much people drink alcohol can significantly raise …
Lifestyle
Indoor Tanning Makes Young Skin Genetically Decades Older
A new study from UCSF and Northwestern finds that indoor tanning leaves young adults’ skin genetically older than that of …
Vegan Diet Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 51%: New Study
A recent study by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine reveals that a low-fat vegan diet can slash greenhouse gas …
Cannabis Use Reduces Alcohol Consumption in the Short Term, New Study Shows
A Brown University-led study finds that cannabis use may lead to less alcohol consumption in the short term, supporting the “California …
Small Changes in Alcohol Intake Linked to Blood Pressure Swings
A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology highlights that even minor reductions in alcohol …
Ex-Smokers Who Relapse May Just Be Tired of the Effort to Stay Smoke-Free, New Study Finds
A new study highlights that ex-smokers often relapse not due to cravings or lack of confidence, but because of exhaustion …
People & Culture
Teen Drug Use in U.S. Stays Near Record Lows, Survey Finds
A major national survey shows most U.S. teens continue to avoid alcohol, nicotine and other drugs at historically high rates, …
New Study Links Parental Attitudes to College Binge Drinking
A Washington State University-led study has found a significant link between parental permissiveness toward drinking and increased binge drinking among …
Dating Advice From Researchers: Knowing What You Want Is Key
A new study by McGill University highlights the importance of “relationship clarity” in reducing loneliness and enhancing life satisfaction for …
New Study Reveals Why Consumers Are More Likely to Opt for Premium Products
A new study by Washington State University reveals that consumers are more inclined to opt for premium products when attributes …
New Study Reveals Ethnic Discrimination in Spain’s Top Online Marketplace
A study by Pompeu Fabra University reveals significant ethnic discrimination in Spain’s top online marketplace, where individuals with Arab and …
Science
Breast Cancer Drug Shows Promise Against Deadly Leukemia
Oregon Health & Science University researchers have identified a drug duo that could help people with acute myeloid leukemia overcome …
‘Molecular Glue’ Drug Strategy Targets Resistant Lung Cancer
University of Michigan researchers have found a way to use a “molecular glue” to stabilize a tumor-suppressing protein and shrink …
Experimental Drug NU-9 Blocks Early Alzheimer’s Damage in Mice
An experimental Northwestern drug, NU-9, stopped early brain inflammation and toxic protein buildup in an Alzheimer’s mouse model. The work …
MIT mRNA Breakthrough Hints at Rejuvenating Aging Immune Systems
MIT and Broad Institute researchers used mRNA to turn the liver into a temporary immune-support “factory” in aging mice. The …
New ‘Plug-and-Play’ Immunotherapy May Boost Cancer Treatment
MIT and Stanford researchers have engineered a new class of “plug-and-play” immunotherapy molecules that help immune cells recognize and attack …
Technology
New Ultrasound Tech Sharply Cuts False Positives in Breast Scans
A new ultrasound processing method from Johns Hopkins can distinguish fluid-filled cysts from potentially cancerous solid breast masses with near-perfect …
World’s Smallest Programmable Robots Could Transform Medicine
Barely visible to the naked eye, new penny-priced robots can swim, sense temperature and run tiny programs powered by light …
Tiny Chip Breakthrough Could Supercharge Quantum Computers
A team of engineers has built a hair-thin optical chip that can precisely control laser light using far less power, …
MIT Breakthrough Could Turn IV Antibody Infusions Into Simple Shots
MIT engineers have devised a way to pack antibody drugs into tiny, highly concentrated particles that can be pushed through …
UBCO Engineers Develop New Device to Enhance Indoor Air Quality
UBC Okanagan researchers have unveiled a cutting-edge device to enhance indoor air quality by effectively removing airborne pathogens and reducing …