Booster Shots Create a 23X Increase in Protective Antibody Levels, Study Suggests
The Los Angeles Times summarizes the results of a new medical study conducted by Northwestern University researchers on antibody levels protecting against Covid-19 in 974 people. "Those who were immunized against COVID-19 with two doses of an mRNA va.....»»
Harnessing breadfruit starch for bioethanol production
In a bid to address the growing demand for renewable energy, a team of scientists has turned to an unlikely source—the humble breadfruit. A recent study published in the Journal of Bioresources and Bioproducts has shed light on the bioprocessing of.....»»
Chemicals used to meet NHTSA flammability standard might be carcinogenic, study finds
Potentially carcinogenic chemicals used to meet auto safety regulators' flammability standards were present in essentially all vehicles tested in a study from the Green Science Policy Institute and Duke University......»»
How local journalism boosts support for fixing crumbling infrastructure
Strong local newspapers are tied to greater support for funding dams, sewers, and other basic infrastructure vital to climate resilience, according to a new study by researchers at UCLA and Duke University......»»
Study explores effects of overseas business activity through experiences of expatriates
In international business, companies frequently dispatch their employees overseas as expatriates. They are crucial for linking the headquarters with foreign branches and their subsidiaries and bridging cultural, language, and business practice gaps......»»
Study shows AI conversational agents can help reduce interethnic prejudice during online interactions
Prejudice and fear have always been at the core of intergroup hostilities. While intergroup interaction is a prerequisite for initiating peace and stability at the junction of clashing interests, values, and cultures, the risk of further escalation p.....»»
Information-entropy enabled identifying topological photonic phase in real space
Researchers led by Prof. Xiaoyong Hu at Peking University, China, are interested in topological photonics. They have proposed an interdisciplinary approach to study the topological systems through information entropy (IE) in real space......»»
Research holds promise for liver regeneration
A new study titled "Biomimetic hepatic lobules from three-dimensional imprinted cell sheets" has been led by Prof. Yuanjin Zhao of the Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Hepatobiliary Institute, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, Medical School, of Nanji.....»»
Natural biosurfactants: The future of eco-friendly meat preservation
A recent study has unveiled the potential of biosurfactants—natural compounds produced by microbes—to dramatically improve the preservation of meat products. This innovative approach could replace synthetic chemicals, enhancing food safety and qu.....»»
Astronomers propose a new stellar theory to explain the origin of phosphorus
Astronomers have proposed a new theory to explain the origin of phosphorus, one of the elements important for life on Earth. The theory suggests a type of stellar explosion known as "ONe novae" as a major source of phosphorus......»»
Rocket Report: German launch from Australia; Neutron delayed until 2025
"The planned increase in flight cadence for our mothership Eve is a game changer." Enlarge / HyImpulse's single-stage rocket, SR75, lifts off from Australia. (credit: HyImpulse) Welcome to Edition 6.43 of the Rocket Rep.....»»
Researchers find unprecedented deep oxidative desulfurization with precisely designed Ti sites
In a study published in the journal National Science Review, a material synthesized by Dr. Shen Yu was used to introduce hydroperoxide into the synthesis system of titanium silicates......»»
Study finds consistent decline in nitrogen oxides emissions from human activities in China since 2020
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) form aerosols and ozone in the atmosphere and are significant contributors to air pollution and climate change. China is the largest emitter, yet accurate and timely information on NOx emissions in China has been lacking since 2.....»»
Everything you need to create the ultimate iPad Pro desk setup
The M4 iPad Pro is capable of being used by many as their primary computer. Maybe you just want the best iPad for PDFs, spreadsheets, note-taking, and other simple tasks. Or perhaps you’re a creative professional who truly pushes the performance of.....»»
M4 iPad Pro vs M2 iPad Air: Is it worth the extra money?
The 2024 iPad Pro levels up performance as the first Apple device with the M4 chip. And the new mid-tier Apple tablet is the M2 iPad Air which comes in two sizes for the first time. So what is all different between these 2024 iPads and is the high-.....»»
High status leads to increased happiness—sometimes
Is it worth the effort to seek high status in a group or setting for which a person has no real passion? New Cornell research suggests the answer is "no.".....»»
Areas with more illegal market opportunities more likely to be targeted by organized crime, study shows
Communities with higher-than-average illegal market opportunities (proxied by drug-related activities) are more likely to be targeted by organized crime groups, a new study shows......»»
Study finds not all failures lead to learning
Do people learn from their failures? In a new study, researchers have examined the high-stakes field of cardiothoracic surgery to assess the relationship between individuals' experiences with failures and the learning outcomes associated with them. T.....»»
Saturated soils could impact survival of young trees planted to address climate change
The saturated soil conditions predicted to result from increased rainfall in the UK's upland regions could have a knock-on effect on the ambition to create more woodland in the fight against climate change, a new study has found......»»
New DNA origami technique promises advances in medicine
A new technique in building DNA structures at a microscopic level has the potential to advance drug delivery and disease diagnosis, a study suggests......»»
How aging clocks tick: New study points to stochastic changes in cells
Aging clocks can measure the biological age of humans with high precision. Biological age can be influenced by environmental factors such as smoking or diet, thus deviating from chronological age that is calculated using the date of birth. The precis.....»»