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Released: 2-Jul-2024 10:25 AM EDT
UAlbany, UConn Researchers Partner to Improve Grid Resilience Through $2.63 Million Investment from DOE
University at Albany, State University of New York

As extreme weather events become more frequent, the University at Albany and University of Connecticut are partnering to improve Northeast U.S. power grid resilience.

Released: 2-Jul-2024 10:15 AM EDT
JAAD ranks no. 1 among dermatology journals
American Academy of Dermatology

The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology remains the top peer-reviewed journal in its field, according to the 2023 journal impact factor rankings recently published by Clarivate’s Journal Citation Reports (JCR) Web of Science Group.

Newswise: NASA’s Webb Captures Celestial Fireworks Around Forming Star
Released: 2-Jul-2024 10:10 AM EDT
NASA’s Webb Captures Celestial Fireworks Around Forming Star
Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI)

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope is celebrating U.S. Independence Day with an observation of the protostar, hidden inside the dark molecular cloud L1527 in mid-infrared light, as it evolves. This vibrant new view highlights the behavior of this young object and traces the different concentrations of gas and dust surrounding the protostar.

Newswise: Binghamton University marks official launch of federally funded battery initiative
Released: 2-Jul-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Binghamton University marks official launch of federally funded battery initiative
Binghamton University, State University of New York

National Science Foundation (NSF) officials joined Binghamton University to officially launch the Upstate New York Energy Storage Engine. After winning the designation earlier this year, Binghamton University and its New Energy New York and Engine coalition partners gathered to celebrate what this all means to the region.

Newswise: New mRNA technology turns cells into long-lasting drug factories
Released: 2-Jul-2024 10:05 AM EDT
New mRNA technology turns cells into long-lasting drug factories
National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering

A team of researchers has established a ribonucleic acid (RNA)-based method that drives cells in the body to produce therapeutic proteins and secrete them into the bloodstream. The approach could potentially extend the lifespan of drugs in the body, reducing the burden on patients who require frequent drug administrations.

Released: 2-Jul-2024 10:05 AM EDT
New MSU study finds systematic biases at play in clinical trials
Michigan State University

MSU has a satellite uplink/LTN TV studio and Comrex line for radio interviews upon request.

Released: 2-Jul-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Vaccinating animals in the wild to combat TB, infectious diseases
Michigan State University

MSU has a satellite uplink/LTN TV studio and Comrex line for radio interviews upon request.

Newswise: Cutting down on seeds: innovative watermelon breeding techniques revealed
Released: 2-Jul-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Cutting down on seeds: innovative watermelon breeding techniques revealed
Chinese Academy of Sciences

In an agricultural advancement, scientists have deciphered the genetic underpinnings of watermelon chromosomal translocations, the key to cultivating fruits with fewer seeds. This research explores the allelic interactions that dictate seed count, presenting an innovative and sustainable strategy for breeding seedless watermelons, revolutionizing traditional horticultural practices.

Newswise: Study Suggests Regular Vaccine Boosts May Help People Who Are Immunocompromised Fight COVID-19
Released: 2-Jul-2024 10:00 AM EDT
Study Suggests Regular Vaccine Boosts May Help People Who Are Immunocompromised Fight COVID-19
Johns Hopkins Medicine

In a study published today in the journal Clinical Infectious Diseases, a Johns Hopkins Medicine research team reports that for XBB.1.5, there is good news for solid organ transplant recipients (SOTRs) and other immunocompromised people who receive regular booster doses of a messenger RNA (mRNA) bivalent vaccine (a vaccine designed to enhance immunity to a variety of SARS-CoV-2 strains).

Newswise: New understanding of a common plant enzyme could lead to better crop management
Released: 2-Jul-2024 9:05 AM EDT
New understanding of a common plant enzyme could lead to better crop management
Ames National Laboratory

New findings about chitinases, enzymes found naturally in plants, could allow farmers to address fungal infections sooner and more efficiently.

Newswise: Journal of Participatory Medicine announces new theme issue on Patient and Consumer Use of Artificial Intelligence for Health
Released: 2-Jul-2024 9:05 AM EDT
Journal of Participatory Medicine announces new theme issue on Patient and Consumer Use of Artificial Intelligence for Health
JMIR Publications

JMIR Publications invites submissions to a new theme issue titled “Patient and Consumer Use of Artificial Intelligence for Health” in its premier open access journal Journal of Participatory Medicine.

Newswise: KIER Develops 'Viologen Redox Flow Battery'  to Replace Vanadium.’
Released: 2-Jul-2024 9:00 AM EDT
KIER Develops 'Viologen Redox Flow Battery' to Replace Vanadium.’
National Research Council of Science and Technology

Dr. Seunghae Hwang’s research team from the Energy Storage Research Department at the Korea Institute of Energy Research has successfully enhanced the performance and cycle life of redox flow batteries, a prominent large-capacity energy storage device, by introducing functional groups that replace the active materials and improve solubility and stability

Released: 2-Jul-2024 9:00 AM EDT
American Indian/Alaska Native patients less likely to undergo breast reconstruction
Wolters Kluwer Health: Lippincott

American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) women with breast cancer have consistently lower rates of breast reconstruction after mastectomy compared to non-Hispanic White women, reports a paper in the July issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

Newswise: Mass production will soon make ultra-large nano transparent screens accessible to everyone
Released: 2-Jul-2024 9:00 AM EDT
Mass production will soon make ultra-large nano transparent screens accessible to everyone
National Research Council of Science and Technology

Newly developed nano transparent screen can be mass-produced at one-tenth the cost of existing screens…Viewers can watch high-definition video footages from multiple angles

Released: 2-Jul-2024 9:00 AM EDT
ASU receives $4.5M grant to educate the next generation of cybersecurity professionals
Arizona State University (ASU)

The American Cybersecurity Education Initiative will develop a master's degree in cybersecurity systems at the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Eating More Soy Foods Could Improve Thinking and Attention in Kids
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A new study found that school-aged children who consumed more isoflavones from soy foods exhibited better thinking abilities and attention. These findings pave the way for future research aimed at unraveling how soy foods can positively impact children's cognitive abilities.

Newswise: Pregnant pause? Elite athletes challenge norms and perceptions when expecting
Released: 2-Jul-2024 8:30 AM EDT
Pregnant pause? Elite athletes challenge norms and perceptions when expecting
University of South Australia

New research from the University of South Australia has found that contrary to common concerns, elite athletes often report fewer pregnancy-related complaints (compared to non-athletes) and often displayed improved athletic performance after giving birth.

Released: 2-Jul-2024 8:05 AM EDT
Two Researchers to Receive First-Ever Ralph L. Sacco Scholarships for Brain Health
American Academy of Neurology (AAN)

The American Academy of Neurology and the American Heart Association have awarded the first-ever Ralph L. Sacco Scholarships for Brain Health to two researchers, Patrick Devlin, Ph.D., of Houston, Texas, and Cyprien Rivier, M.D., M.Sc., of New Haven, Connecticut. Each will receive a $150,000 two-year scholarship to support continuing scientific research in brain health. Devlin and Rivier also receive the honor of being named the inaugural “Sacco Scholars.”

Released: 2-Jul-2024 8:05 AM EDT
A new target for treatment of one type of macular degeneration
Ohio State University

A new study in mice hints at the promise of an eventual alternative treatment option for the “wet” version of age-related macular degeneration (AMD).



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