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New research from Memorial Sloan Kettering #Cancer Center reveals aging cells' reduced regenerative capacity may lower cancer risk, highlighting the role of iron metabolism in cancer development. @sloan_kettering @nature doi.org/g8tsnn medicalxpress.com/news/2024-12-c…

Lancaster University and Microsoft introduce MicroCode, a portable tool enabling children to program BBC micro:bit devices directly, enhancing engagement and reducing distractions in coding education. doi.org/g8tr6x techxplore.com/news/2024-12-t…

Research from Arizona State University indicates #glyphosate exposure in mice leads to brain inflammation and Alzheimer's-like symptoms, raising concerns about its safety for human brain health. doi.org/g8trwr medicalxpress.com/news/2024-12-r…

A study confirms MRgFUS capsulotomy as a safe, effective long-term treatment for refractory #OCD, with potential applications in other psychiatric disorders. Findings published in Molecular Psychiatry. @MolPsychiatry doi.org/g8trh5 medicalxpress.com/news/2024-12-h…

Researchers developed a manta ray-inspired soft #robot, achieving speeds of 6.8 body lengths per second. The robot efficiently navigates water columns, enhancing vertical movement control. @ncstate @ScienceAdvances doi.org/g8tq6d techxplore.com/news/2024-12-m…

Research from UNSW Sydney highlights that increased #fruit and #vegetableIntake is linked to reduced #depression symptoms in adults over 45, based on twin studies across four countries. @SciReports doi.org/g8s8rz medicalxpress.com/news/2024-12-t…

Cornell researchers have developed the smallest #walkingRobot, measuring 2-5 microns, capable of independent movement and imaging at the microscale, advancing robotics and optical engineering. @cornell @sciencemagazine doi.org/g8s7wr techxplore.com/news/2024-12-s…

University of Iowa study suggests beta-blockers may delay onset and slow progression of Huntington's disease symptoms, offering potential therapeutic benefits. Findings published in JAMA Neurology. @uiowa @jamaneuro doi.org/g8s7v6 medicalxpress.com/news/2024-12-c…

PreFixer, an augmented encoder, mitigates sensor hardware migration issues in autonomous vehicles, reducing training data needs by 90% and cutting DNN training time by 50%. @uva @IEEEXplore doi.org/g8s6pw techxplore.com/news/2024-12-a…

UC Santa Cruz physicist Jairo Velasco, Jr. co-led a study confirming quantum scars, revealing patterns in electron movement, with potential implications for efficient electronics. Published in Nature. @nature doi.org/g8s6pm phys.org/news/2024-12-p…

Marine-source omega-3 supplementation may reduce #adiposeTissue #inflammation and lower type 2 #diabetes risk, especially in individuals with high LDL levels, according to a study in Scientific Reports. @SciReports doi.org/g8s6bf medicalxpress.com/news/2024-12-e…

New research indicates Venus has never been habitable, challenging previous theories. This finding refines the search for life-supporting exoplanets, focusing on Earth-like conditions. @Cambridge_Uni @NatureAstronomy doi.org/g8s5cc phys.org/news/2024-12-a…

Buck Institute study reveals ketone esters aid in clearing misfolded proteins in mouse models of Alzheimer's, suggesting potential therapeutic avenues for brain aging and neurodegenerative diseases. doi.org/g8s428 medicalxpress.com/news/2024-12-k…

Researchers have developed a method for #artificialCells to autonomously modify their membranes, enabling protein transport and tissue assembly, advancing #tissueEngineering and #drugDelivery applications. @NatureComms doi.org/g8s4xn phys.org/news/2024-11-s…

A new #asthma burden score developed by Mayo Clinic researchers predicts #diseaseSeverity and remission more accurately than current guidelines, potentially improving management strategies for high-risk individuals. @LancetRespirMed doi.org/g8s4t2 medicalxpress.com/news/2024-11-a…

University of Genova researchers developed a spin quantum #battery that charges without an external field, potentially enhancing energy storage efficiency and stability. Published in Physical Review Letters. @physrevlett @arxiv doi.org/g8sgzm phys.org/news/2024-11-q…

Researchers propose a model where #darkMatter is produced during pre-#BigBang #inflation, challenging existing theories. This hypothesis awaits validation through future cosmic microwave background experiments. @physrevlett doi.org/g8sgvt phys.org/news/2024-11-c…

New research in Nutrients links moderate alcohol, #oilyFish, and cereals to reduced #rheumatoidArthritis risk, while tea and coffee may increase it. Further studies are needed for tailored dietary advice. @universityleeds doi.org/g8sfnv medicalxpress.com/news/2024-11-m…

Study finds men adhering to traditional gender roles face higher #suicide risk. Targeted prevention measures are recommended for this subgroup to address mental health challenges effectively. @cellpressnews doi.org/g8sfg7 medicalxpress.com/news/2024-11-m…