Newswise Top Picks: Research

Flow of the Future: AI Models Tackle Complex Particle Drag Coefficients

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 09:35:45 EST

Researchers have made a groundbreaking advance in fluid dynamics, using machine learning to accurately predict the drag coefficients of complex-shaped particles. This technological leap promises to significantly enhance our understanding of how particles behave in fluid flows, a key aspect in various industrial and environmental processes.

Belle II Detector Produces World's Most Precise Measurements of Subatomic Particle Lifetimes

Department of Energy, Office of Science — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 09:20:42 EST

The new Belle II experiment recently made a world-leading measurement of the lifetime of a particular charmed baryon, a particle that is produced and decays very quickly under very high energy levels similar to the universe shortly after the Big Bang. This demonstrates the experiment's ability to make the extremely precise measurements of the sort needed to discover physics beyond the Standard Model of Particle Physics.

ETRI, Successful Development of an AI-Based Dementia Prediction Technology

National Research Council of Science and Technology — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 09:00:30 EST

Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) is conducting research on the development of an AI technology that can evaluate and predict brain function degeneration and brain-related diseases such as mild cognitive impairment, dementia, etc., by analyzing the speech utterances of the elderly that can be obtained through their daily conversations.

Reconstructing Ancient Climate Provides Clues to Climate Change

Case Western Reserve University — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 06:00:22 EST

A 15-year study of a site in Bolivia by an international team led by Case Western Reserve University provides a comprehensive view of an ancient ecosystem when the Earth was much warmer than today

Fossil of Huge Terror Bird Offers New Information About Wildlife in South America 12 Million Years Ago

Johns Hopkins Medicine — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 01:00:00 EST

Researchers including a Johns Hopkins University evolutionary biologist report they have analyzed a fossil of an extinct giant meat-eating bird -- which they say could be the largest known member of its kind -- providing new information about animal life in northern South America millions of years ago.

A Single Step from Liquid Hydrogen Production to Safety Values Testing

National Research Council of Science and Technology — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:20 EST

The Hydrogen Electric Research Team at the Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute (KERI) has developed the world's first integrated system capable of producing liquid hydrogen and evaluating the performance of safety valves in a single step.

Aiming to Shape a New Tech Revolution

University of Miami — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 22:20:27 EST

Engineering professor Mingzhe Chen is working on several projects that could improve on our existing wireless networks. For this work, he was recently named as the Knight Foundation chair in data science and artificial intelligence.

Preventing Obesity in Very Young Children Could Be in the Palm of Parents' Hands

Johns Hopkins Medicine — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 17:05:00 EST

A study co-led by a Johns Hopkins Children's Center clinician-researcher shows that adding text messaging and other electronic feedback to traditional in-clinic health counseling for parents about feeding habits, playtime and exercise prevents very young children from developing obesity and potentially lifelong obesity-related problems.

Advanced AI Techniques Enhance Crop Leaf Disease Detection in Tropical Agriculture

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 22:10:27 EST

A research team showcases the application of deep learning models in identifying leaf diseases in key tropical crops such as coconut, mango, and durian, offering crucial insights for the future of precision agriculture.

A New Study Highlights Microalgae as Sustainable Ingredients for Food and Pharmaceutical Applications

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 21:35:24 EST

A research team has unveiled the unique chemical, microstructural, rheological, and flavor-related properties of four commercially available microalgal species--Arthrospira, Isochrysis, Nannochloropsis, and Tetraselmis.

Nitric Oxide Treatment Preserves Fresh Walnuts, Reduces Decay, and Maintains Quality

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 21:20:18 EST

A research team demonstrates the efficacy of sodium nitroprusside (SNP), a nitric oxide (NO) donor, in preserving fresh walnuts (Juglans regia L.) post-harvest quality.

New Senior Associate Dean Joins Leadership Team at FSU College of Medicine

Florida State University — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:10:41 EST

Xian Jin Xie, a distinguished educator and researcher whose work has advanced fields across the health care spectrum including biomedicine, nursing, dentistry, public health and data science, has joined the FSU College of Medicine faculty as senior associate dean for research and graduate programs.

Artificial Intelligence: A Double-Edged Sword for the Environment?

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:45:35 EST

A new study highlights the rising environmental toll of artificial intelligence, spotlighting the surge in energy consumption and carbon emissions driven by escalating computing demands. The research offers a comprehensive analysis of artificial intelligence's (AI's) carbon footprint, underscoring the urgent need for the tech sector to adopt sustainable practices to curb its substantial environmental impact.

Steps You Can Take to Reduce Your Risk for Liver Cancer

University of Kentucky — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:25:09 EST

Liver cancer is the sixth leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. The most common type of liver cancer in adults is hepatocellular carcinoma, and men are more likely to develop HCC than women. It typically develops in people with long-lasting liver disease caused by hepatitis virus infection or cirrhosis. In many cases, liver cancer is a preventable cancer, so raising awareness about prevention is important.

UAlbany Atmospheric Scientist Partners to Study Factors Behind Contrail Formation

University at Albany, State University of New York — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:15:51 EST

Fangqun Yu, a senior researcher at UAlbany's Atmospheric Sciences Research Center, has released a new paper in Environmental Sciences & Technology that examines the contrail formation process, specifically exploring the role of non-volatile (soot) particles and volatile particles.

Stress Linked to Perceptions of Miscommunication for Parents of PICU Patients

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 06:00:00 EST

A survey of parents of children admitted to a PICU found that 16.5% of respondents agreed that miscommunication had occurred during their child's hospital stay. Perceptions of miscommunication with clinicians are significantly associated with the stress level reported by parents.

November 2024 Issue of Neurosurgical Focus: "Contemporary Applications of Laser Interstitial Therapy"

Journal of Neurosurgery — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:05:00 EST

Announcement of contents of the November 2024 issue of Neurosurgical Focus

FSU Researcher Available to Comment on Climate Impact of Shipping Emissions

Florida State University — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 17:30:38 EST

By: Kayla Cardenas | Published: October 31, 2024 | 12:25 pm | SHARE: As international shipping continues to power global trade, its environmental impact is becoming an increasingly urgent topic in climate science research.At Florida State University, Assistant Professor of Meteorology Michael Diamond is at the forefront of research on the environmental impact of shipping.

Scientists Prepare for the Most Ambitious Sky Survey Yet, Anticipating New Insight on Dark Matter and Dark Energy

Argonne National Laboratory — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 15:00:13 EST

Argonne scientists are contributing to the success of the Legacy Survey of Space and Time through advanced simulation, analysis and collaborative partnership.

Quitting Smoking After Cancer Diagnosis Improves Survival Across a Wide Variety of Cancers

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:00:00 EST

Smokers who are diagnosed with cancer now have more incentive to quit, as researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have found survival outcomes were optimized when patients quit smoking within six months of their diagnosis.

Researchers Develop Artificial Plants That Purify Indoor Air, Generate Electricity

Binghamton University, State University of New York — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 10:55:03 EST

Researchers at Binghamton University, State University of New York have developed artificial plants that purify indoor air and generate electricity.

Wearable Ultrasound Tech for Muscle Monitoring Opens New Possibilities in Healthcare and Human-Machine Interfaces

University of California San Diego — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 06:00:00 EST

Researchers have developed a compact, wearable ultrasound device that monitors muscle activity. Attachable to the skin with an adhesive and powered by a small battery, the device wirelessly captures high-resolution images of muscle movements, enabling continuous, long-term monitoring. When worn on the rib cage, it effectively monitored diaphragm function for respiratory health assessments. When worn on the forearm, it accurately captured hand gestures, allowing users to control a robotic arm and even navigate virtual games. This new technology has potential applications in healthcare for conditions affecting muscle function, as well as in human-machine interfaces for more natural robotic control.

Fundamental Quantum Model Recreated From Nanographenes

Empa, Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 02:00:21 EST

Quantum technologies promise breakthroughs in communication, computing, sensors and much more. However, quantum states are fragile, and their effects are difficult to grasp, making research into real-world applications challenging. Empa researchers and their partners have now achieved a breakthrough: Using a kind of "quantum Lego", they have been able to accurately realize a well-known theoretical quantum physics model in a synthetic material.

Safer and More Precise Nuclear Plant Dismantlement!

National Research Council of Science and Technology — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:54 EST

The research team, led by Dr. In-Deok Park at KIMM, successfully developed an underwater laser cutting technology.

Unbound Medicine Revolutionizes Nursing Education with AI-Powered Assist(tm) in Nursing Central

Unbound Medicine — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:00:47 EST

Unbound Medicine expands Unbound Intelligence into Nursing Central, integrating AI to enhance nursing education. The new Assist capability helps educators create personalized materials efficiently, saving time and ensuring content is linked to trusted resources, addressing evolving educational needs and challenges.