Alzheimer’s disease, a debilitating form of dementia affecting millions of people globally, continues to baffle researchers despite decades of intensive study and substantial investment. However, hope may be on the horizon as Stanford University neuroscientist Andy Tsai and his team shed light on the biological mechanisms underlying immune cell mutations associated with Alzheimer’s. By investigating
Magnetic skyrmions, known as small swirling topological magnetic excitations, have gained significant attention in the field of spintronics. These quasiparticles possess particle-like properties and are topologically protected. However, their limited stability and dependence on a narrow temperature range and low density, as well as external magnetic fields, have restricted their wider applications. In a recent
In a groundbreaking experiment conducted on Mars, scientists have successfully demonstrated the possibility of extracting breathable oxygen from the planet’s thin atmosphere. The Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) Experiment, also known as MOXIE, is a compact device housed within NASA’s Perseverance rover. Developed by MIT scientists, this project has made significant strides in generating
In a groundbreaking discovery, an international team of cosmologists, led by Kaiki Taro Inoue from Kindai University in Japan, has leveraged the curvature of space-time surrounding a colossal mass to achieve the most intricate measurement of the cosmic distribution of dark matter to date. By utilizing the phenomenon of gravitational lensing, the team has managed
In recent years, there has been an exponential growth in the amount of data being transferred and processed per second. This surge can be attributed to emerging technologies such as high-dimensional quantum communications, large-scale neural networks, and high-capacity networks. However, these technologies demand large bandwidths and high data transfer speeds. To address this issue, researchers
Neural interfaces play a crucial role in understanding brain disorders and developing effective treatments. However, maintaining the stability and biocompatibility of neural electrode interfaces over long periods remains a challenge. In a recent study published in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, Prof. Lu Yi and his research group from the Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology
The recent evaluation of clinical trial data by a panel of expert advisors for the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has shed light on the truth behind oral phenylephrine-based (PE) drugs. Contrary to popular belief, these drugs do not live up to their promise of reducing nasal stuffiness when taken orally. The expert
Air pollution is a pressing global issue that contributes to numerous premature deaths each year. One of the primary culprits is particulate matter known as PM2.5, which consists of airborne particles with a diameter smaller than 2.5 micrometers. Among the various constituents of PM2.5, organic aerosols stand out as the dominant component. These organic aerosols
In response to a groundbreaking report from an independent panel, NASA has taken a significant step forward in investigating unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs), which were previously known as UFOs. The agency has appointed a director to oversee UAP research and has expressed its commitment to collaborating with other agencies to expand the collection of UAP
Sleep is an essential function that allows our brain to recharge and restore itself. However, research has now revealed that the consequences of sleep deprivation go far beyond just feeling tired. In fact, studies have shown that lack of sleep can have detrimental effects on the brain and increase the risk of developing neurological diseases
The Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory has conducted a comprehensive investigation into the behavior of hafnium oxide, also known as hafnia, due to its potential applications in revolutionary semiconductor technologies. Hafnia and similar materials possess ferroelectric properties, which means they have the ability to retain data even when power is disconnected. This characteristic
Capturing blur-free images of fast movements has always been a challenge in the field of photography. Whether it’s falling water droplets or molecular interactions, the need for ultrafast cameras that can acquire millions of images per second has been a hindrance due to their high cost. However, a group of researchers has recently introduced a