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18/12/2024

Explore groundbreaking research on ethnic and genomic diversity with Professor Sung-Hou Kim. Discover how genetic variations impact health and disease. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-32325-w Read more: https://www.scientia.global/professor-sung-hou-kim-new-insights-into-ethnic-and-genomic-diversity/

Does our ethnic diversity translate to genomic diversity? New findings suggest that it might not and point instead to considerable genomic similarities across multiple ethnicities. Professor Sung-Hou Kim at the University of California, Berkeley, and his colleagues classified 164 ethnic groups into....

18/12/2024

Discover how ADP-ribosylation shapes innate immunity! Dr Bernhard Lüscher & Dr Patricia Korn explore its impact on immune defences and potential for treating diseases. https://doi.org/10.3390/pathogens12030457 Learn more: https://www.scientia.global/dr-bernhard-luscher-dr-patricia-korn-the-role-of-adp-ribosylation-in-innate-immunity/

Innate immunity, our standing defence against viruses, bacteria, and other infections, is comprised of a vast network of biomolecules working in orchestrated balance to defend against pathogens. Researchers have theorised that ADP-ribosylation – where ADP-ribose groups are added to modify host and...

18/12/2024

Professor Marco Cavaglià’s lipid-centred theory reveals how neuronal lipid membranes process information via electromagnetic fields, unlocking the brain’s hidden code. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnhum.2022.1032339 Learn more: https://www.scientia.global/professor-marco-cavaglia-unlocking-the-brains-hidden-code-the-lipid-centred-theory-of-brain-functioning/

For decades, scientists have explored how the brain processes information, stores memories, and generates thoughts. Traditional theories focus on the electrical and chemical signals exchanged between neurons. However, a new and innovative approach is emerging, suggesting that the brain may function....

28/11/2024

Professor Aristides Marcano-Olaizola pioneers innovative methods for producing singlet oxygen, with applications in medicine, energy, and beyond. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2022.112562 Discover his cutting-edge research on Scientia: https://www.scientia.global/professor-aristides-marcano-olaizola-innovation-in-the-production-of-singlet-oxygen/

A novel method for producing singlet oxygen via stimulated Raman scattering (SRS) offers an innovative alternative to traditional photosensitizer-based techniques, promising safer and more efficient applications in disinfection, cancer treatment, and beyond. Professor Aristides Marcano Olaizola at D...

28/11/2024

Dr Marta Berrocal-Lobo explores how essential oils influence plant defences through epigenetics, unveiling natural ways to boost crop resilience. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpls.2022.804104 Learn more about her innovative research on Scientia: https://www.scientia.global/dr-marta-berrocal-lobo-unlocking-the-potential-of-essential-oils-illuminating-epigenetic-effects-on-plant-defense-mechanisms/

Essential oils (EO) are potent in enhancing plant stress responses and mitigating seed-borne diseases, particularly in high-value crops such as tomatoes. While their direct impacts are recognised, the indirect influences on plant growth, metabolism, and immune responses against phytopathogens remain...

28/11/2024

Dr Linda Hammerich is transforming immune monitoring with advanced flow cytometry techniques, offering new insights into immune responses and diseases. https://doi.org/10.1002/cyto.a.24836 Explore her groundbreaking work on Scientia: https://www.scientia.global/dr-linda-hammerich-revolutionising-immune-monitoring-with-flow-cytometry/

Understanding the individual immune response is key to diagnosing and treating a range of diseases. One way of characterising immune cells is through flow cytometry, where cells are tagged with fluorescent markers known as fluorochromes. Detectors use these markers to understand the different physic...

28/11/2024

Dr Charles Coutant investigates how dams disrupt Chinook salmon migration, shedding light on delayed migration and its impact on ecosystems. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/rra.4146 Discover his vital research on Scientia: https://www.scientia.global/dr-charles-coutant-dams-disruption-and-the-plight-of-the-chinook-salmon-unravelling-the-mystery-of-delayed-migration/

The Snake River in the northwestern United States was once home to abundant populations of Chinook salmon. However, the building of hydropower dams has led to a dramatic drop in their numbers and puzzling changes in their migratory behaviour. Dr Charles Coutant and other biologists in the region emb...

28/11/2024

Dr Howard Stevenson explores how racial literacy can help heal the wounds of racism, empowering youth & adults to navigate racial stress and build resilience. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/amp0000392 Learn more on Scientia: https://www.scientia.global/dr-howard-stevenson-healing-the-wounds-of-racism-how-racial-literacy-can-empower-youth-and-adults/ Howard C. Stevenson

Racist encounters, both subtle and overt, continue to plague society and take a severe toll on the mental and physical health of people of colour. However, innovative research is showing how we can equip both youth and adults with the skills to navigate these stressful situations and emerge stronger...

28/11/2024

Dawn Dunbar uses machine learning to revolutionize the diagnosis of feline infectious peritonitis, offering hope for cats and their humans. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-52577-4 Discover her innovative work on Scientia: https://www.scientia.global/dawn-dunbar-harnessing-machine-learning-to-enhance-diagnosis-of-feline-infectious-peritonitis/ Veterinary Diagnostic Services, University of Glasgow

Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) is a severe and often fatal viral disease of cats which poses significant diagnostic challenges for veterinarians. Dawn Dunbar from the University of Glasgow is leading a research study with the goal of applying machine learning to revolutionise the diagnosis of F...

28/11/2024

Explore the universe's fundamental secrets! Professor Darin Acosta is at the cutting edge of high-energy physics, driving discoveries in particle physics. https://doi.org/10.1007/JHEP01(2021)148 Read more on Scientia: https://www.scientia.global/professor-darin-acosta-at-the-frontier-of-high-energy-physics/

Professor Darin Acosta’s research at the CMS experiment utilises advanced muon detection, sophisticated trigger systems, and machine learning to deepen our understanding of the Higgs boson and explore the potential existence of dark matter. Based at Rice University in the USA, Professor Acosta’s...

28/11/2024

Dr Leon Lack unravels the mysteries of circadian rhythms and their impact on sleep disorders. https://doi.org/10.1111/jsr.13976 Learn how his research is paving the way for better treatments on Scientia: https://www.scientia.global/dr-leon-lack-unlocking-circadian-mysteries-in-sleep-disorders/

Sleep disorders can significantly disrupt daily life, but their underlying causes are not always clear. Dr Leon Lack from Flinders University has spent decades studying these disorders and how to treat them. By shedding light on the role of circadian rhythms in delayed sleep-wake phase disorder and....

28/11/2024

Dr Yusuke Mori tackles Japan's evolving energy demands, optimizing processes for a sustainable future. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr11082264 Discover his insights into innovation in the energy landscape on Scientia: https://www.scientia.global/dr-yusuke-mori-changing-demands-and-the-optimisation-of-processes-in-japans-energy-landscape/

21/11/2024

How can we make buildings more energy-efficient? Dr Praveen Cheekatamarla is driving sustainable energy solutions to reduce environmental impact & enhance efficiency. https://doi.org/10.3390/en15103477 Explore his cutting-edge work: https://www.scientia.global/dr-praveen-cheekatamarla-advancing-sustainable-energy-solutions-and-energy-efficiency-in-buildings/

Buildings play a significant role in our global energy consumption, accounting for one-third of the total energy used worldwide. Unfortunately, they are also responsible for nearly 40% of carbon dioxide emissions generated annually. To combat climate change, address energy scarcity, and achieve net-...

21/11/2024

Hybrid PhDs are bridging gaps between biomedical science & education! Michael Y. Schakelaar shares how this innovative approach is transforming research & training. https://doi.org/10.1084/jem.20240877 Explore his insights: https://www.scientia.global/michael-y-schakelaar-hybrid-phds-integrating-biomedical-and-educational-research/

Biomedical science-based PhDs are often research-focused, designed to hone a candidate’s expertise in a specific field. However, subsequent careers in university settings frequently entail substantial teaching responsibilities, with PhD graduates unprepared for the dual roles of researcher and edu...

21/11/2024

Struggling with a frozen shoulder? Dr Kenneth Cutbush introduces the innovative 360° Release technique, transforming treatment for this painful condition. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eats.2020.11.006 Learn more about his groundbreaking work: https://www.scientia.global/dr-kenneth-cutbush-freeing-frozen-shoulders-the-360-release/ Cutbush

A frozen shoulder can significantly impact a person’s well-being. The constant pain and ongoing stiffness can sometimes only be relieved with surgery. Expert orthopaedic surgeon Dr Kenneth Cutbush from St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital in Brisbane, Australia, works tirelessly to help ease the su...

07/11/2024

Exploring Einstein's determinism, new research delves into quantum mechanics under strong interactions, bridging classic and quantum physics views. http://dx.doi.org/10.23755/rm.v52i0.1607 Fascinating insights here: https://www.scientia.global/the-progressive-recovering-of-einsteins-determinism-under-strong-interactions/

Quantum mechanics relies on probabilities and uncertainties – for example, we cannot work out the outcome of a quantum system, but instead, we can suggest probabilities of certain outcomes. This has been troublesome for determinists, who instead believe that all outcomes are governed by a set of l...

07/11/2024

Dr Chi-Huey Wong’s glycoengineering research could lead to a universal COVID-19 vaccine by targeting sugar molecules on the virus surface. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2314392120 Learn how it works: https://www.scientia.global/dr-chi-huey-wong-glycoengineering-for-a-universal-covid-19-vaccine/ Scripps Research 中央研究院 Academia Sinica

The SARS-CoV2 surface spike protein is a rational target for COVID-19 vaccination. However, spike protein glycosylation helps the virus evade the immune system, undermining vaccination efforts against newer variants. Dr Chi-Huey Wong’s group at Academia Sinica, Taiwan, is hoping to combat this by ...

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