A patch delivers electrical pulses to help support stem cell growth, helping mice recover mobility in their hind legs in preliminary studies.
Study challenges theory of population collapse on Easter Island
Satellite imagery suggests that islanders lived sustainably rather than overexploiting resources.
AI trained on brain scans could better predict mental health issues in adolescents
A neural network was able to evaluate connections between brain structure and clinical data to predict psychiatric disorders in youth.
Scientists create the largest nonlinear photonic crystal to date
Their unprecedented control over light will lead to breakthroughs in telecommunications, medical imaging, and quantum computing.
Organ-on-chip shows effects of snake venom on blood vessels for the first time
Lab-made model of human blood vessels provides accurate insights into effects of snake venom and could help develop new antivenoms.
Big data is changing the way we diagnose disease
Scientists are approaching disease and diagnosis in a new way, leverage big data to provide better options for both clinicians and patients.
Cool colors, cooler cities: New coating offers solution for urban heat islands
A new approach to radiative cooling blends practicality with aesthetics, advancing this crucial technology for a warming world.
Nanoparticles deliver gene therapy to hard-to-reach brain tumors
Nanoparticles deliver anti-cancer drugs in hard-to-reach brain tumors prevalent in children, boosting both diagnosis and treatment.
Scientists observe spontaneous liquification of a metal
Something unexpected happened when atoms of gallium were observed to spontaneously transition from solid to liquid and back again.
How tactile devices can improve children’s learning
Study finds tactile learning in education helps kids engage multiple senses, leading to a richer and more interactive learning experience.