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Scientists have developed a new hybrid cathode material by combining robust organic polymers with multi-walled carbon nanotubes. This combination significantly boosts energy storage capacity while offering a sustainable alternative to traditional metal-based battery components.
Researchers have demonstrated that a deep learning model called DeepSurv predicts survival rates for adult-type diffuse glioma more accurately than traditional statistical methods. By effectively handling complex and incomplete clinical data, this neural network offers a robust tool for assessing patient outcomes.
Researchers have utilised a specific gene therapy to reverse memory loss and pathology in Alzheimer's mouse models. The treatment works by restoring critical protein networks responsible for brain cell communication and waste removal, offering a promising holistic approach to the disease.
Infrared neural stimulation (INS) is emerging as a precise alternative to electrical methods for activating brain tissue. New research confirms that INS reliably drives specific brain rhythms in the auditory cortex, laying the groundwork for advanced optical hearing devices.
New research reveals that fences and busy paved roads act as significant barriers for migratory Mongolian gazelles. Study data shows these animals often travel over 200 kilometres alongside obstacles just to find a way through, highlighting an urgent need for wildlife-friendly infrastructure design.
A new machine learning framework accurately simulates complex chemical behaviours by integrating long-range physical interactions. Trained on elements across the periodic table, this foundation model balances computational speed with the precision needed for advanced materials science.
Researchers have successfully used CRISPR base editing to correct a specific mutation in the BAP1 gene found in kidney cancer cells. By repairing this genetic error, they restored the cells' sensitivity to anoikis—a natural self-destruct mechanism triggered when cells detach from their surroundings.
Researchers have developed NeuroAgeFusionNet, a hybrid deep learning framework that combines three distinct AI architectures to estimate biological brain age from MRI scans. By accurately capturing complex structural connectivity patterns, this tool achieves state-of-the-art performance for early neurodegenerative disease detection.
Researchers have analysed the protein cargo of tiny particles called extracellular vesicles released by neurons during cortical spreading depolarization. The findings reveal that neurons undergo complex structural and metabolic adaptations during migraine events, potentially offering a new way to track the condition via biomarkers.
Scientists have developed a new technique to characterise the proteins within specific, microscopic brain regions in the mouse hippocampus. This study reveals unexpected diversity in synaptic proteins and highlights how individual neurons regulate glutamate receptors to fine-tune communication.
Scientists have successfully integrated Rydberg exciton polaritons onto a photonic chip using monolayer tungsten disulphide. This new architecture creates interactions eight times stronger than previous methods, marking a crucial step towards practical quantum circuits.
Scientists have identified specific electrical patterns in the central thalamus—a deep brain region—that track recovery in patients with disorders of consciousness. By analysing the 'theta rhythm', researchers can predict outcomes across various types of brain injury, revealing potential for improvement even in patients who initially seem unresponsive.
Researchers have successfully demonstrated the electrical tuning of the optical Stark effect in monolayer tungsten disulphide, unlocking a new degree of freedom for manipulating quantum states. This study reveals that applying an electric field can control light-matter interactions in ways that purely optical methods cannot, offering fresh insights into Floquet engineering.
Traditional self-charging batteries are hindered by slow solid-state reactions, often taking hours to replenish. A new organic redox flow design shatters this limitation, achieving a 94% charge in just eight minutes by utilising rapid liquid-phase chemistry.
Researchers have enhanced pure water-fed anion exchange membrane electrolysis by covalently anchoring catalysts within a polymer network. This 'cross-linked' structure prevents component separation, enabling over 1,800 hours of stable hydrogen production.
Scientists have employed genome-wide CRISPR technology to screen Anopheles mosquito cells, identifying hundreds of genes critical for their survival. This research sheds new light on mosquito immunity and offers potential targets for controlling the spread of malaria.
Skeletal muscles communicate with the brain through protein hormones called myokines, directly influencing memory and mood. This interaction, reinforced by long-term epigenetic changes, offers vital insights into combatting cognitive decline associated with obesity and diabetes.
Researchers have utilised nanopore sequencing to create a high-resolution map of the placenta’s genetic and epigenetic landscape. By analysing parent-child trios, the study uncovered specific genes regulated by their parental origin that are vital for healthy pregnancy.
Restoration projects often plant seagrass to capture carbon, but the ideal planting density has been unclear. A new study reveals a specific 'Goldilocks' zone—between 113 and 118 shoots per square metre—that maximises the burial of organic carbon in sediment.
New research suggests a biological link between neuropsychiatric disorders like anxiety or autism and skin conditions such as psoriasis. The common culprit appears to be gut microbiota dysbiosis—an imbalance in the digestive bacterial ecosystem—which triggers inflammation and metabolic disruptions affecting both the brain and the skin.
Scientists have employed 'zap-and-freeze' electron microscopy to visualise the rapid dynamics of synaptic vesicles in live human brain tissue. The findings reveal that a high-speed recycling mechanism called ultrafast endocytosis is conserved between mice and humans.
By analysing the brain signals of expert Buddhist monks, researchers have discovered that meditation significantly boosts neural signal complexity rather than simply quieting the mind. The study distinguishes between focused and open-monitoring techniques, offering new insights into how these practices reshape the brain's computational dynamics.
With chronic pain affecting nearly one in five adults globally, researchers are investigating psilocybin as a potential alternative to opioids. This psychedelic compound may offer long-lasting relief by promoting neural plasticity and reducing inflammation, though robust human trials are still needed.
The intense 2023–24 El Niño event has forced a dramatic ecological shift in Costa Rica’s Isla del Caño reefs, significantly reducing living coral cover while boosting turf algae growth. Despite the region's historical resilience, rising sea temperatures now demand urgent, site-specific restoration efforts to prevent permanent ecosystem loss.