Physicists propose path to faster, more flexible robots
Physicists revealed a microscopic phenomenon that could greatly improve the performance of soft devices, such…
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Can we revolutionize the chemical industry and create a circular economy? Yes, with the help of catalysts
A new commentary paper puts forth a transformative solution to the unsustainable reliance on fossil…
Animal studies lend support to an innovative HIV vaccine strategy — but there’s still a long way to go
HIV has long stumped immunologists looking to develop an effective vaccine. All of the most…
Black women founders offer health tech solutions to combat Black maternal mortality
When Black people receive maternal care, they are often not treated the same as white…
Zombie cells in the sea: Viruses keep the most common marine bacteria in check
Marine microbes control the flux of matter and energy essential for life in the oceans….
Plants restrict use of ‘Tipp-Ex proteins’
Plants have special corrective molecules at their disposal that can make retrospective modifications to copies…
Seeing not just with the eyes: Degree of arousal affects perception
The brain modulates visual signals according to internal states, as a new study by neuroscientists…
Fruit fly wing research offers window into birth defects
If fruit fly wings do not develop into the right shape, the flies will die….
Ancient arachnid from coal forests of America stands out for its spiny legs
The spiny legged 308-million-year-old arachnid Douglassarachne acanthopoda was discovered the famous Mazon Creek locality. Read…
Anti-diabetic treatment associated with reduced risk of developing blood cancer
People who use metformin are less likely to develop a myeloproliferative neoplasm (MPN) over time,…
A trial HIV vaccine triggered elusive and essential antibodies in humans
An HIV vaccine candidate triggered low levels of an elusive type of broadly neutralizing HIV…
STAT+: ChatGPT for genomes: introducing a CRISPR-designing generative AI
In 2018, during her chemistry Nobel Prize lecture, Frances Arnold noted that scientists had arrived…
STAT+: Venture capitalist Bob Kocher on generative AI startups, Change Healthcare cyberattack
SAN FRANCISCO — Health tech investor Bob Kocher has seen some bad AI-related startup pitches…
STAT+: Wearable devices generate powerful data but it’s not useful to doctors, yet
Just because the Food and Drug Administration has given the Apple Watch and other wearable…
STAT+: Amid acquisition speculation, Cytokinetics CEO stresses company can launch heart drug on its own
As Cytokinetics faces pressure to sell itself to a large pharma company following positive late-stage…
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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about an Amgen drug for lung cancer, a Novo plant fire, and more
And so, another working week will soon draw to a close. Not a moment too…
AstraZeneca antibody reduced Covid-19 risk in immunocompromised
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A powerful tool speeds success in achieving highly efficient thermoelectric materials
Thermoelectric materials could play an important role in the clean energy transition, as they can…
Airborne technology brings new hope to map shallow aquifers in Earth’s most arid deserts
The new technique will map the top of the aquifer, called the ‘water table,’ spanning…
Large language models can’t effectively recognize users’ motivation, but can support behavior change for those ready to act
Large language model-based chatbots can’t effectively recognize users’ motivation when they are hesitant about making…
Different brain structures in females lead to more severe cognitive deficits after concussion than males
Important brain structures that are key for signaling in the brain are narrower and less…
Scientists use generative AI to answer complex questions in physics
Researchers used generative AI to develop a physics-informed technique to classify phase transitions in materials…
New sensor gives unprecedented look at changes in cell’s energy ‘currency’
A new sensor is giving researchers the best look yet at ATP levels inside living…
The vicious cycle of protein clumping in Alzheimer’s disease and normal aging
To date, approaches to treatments for Alzheimer’s disease have not addressed the contribution of protein…
Opinion: Hurricane season is approaching fast. We need to talk about health care resilience
Extreme weather fueled by accelerating climate change puts patients, providers, and health care facilities at…
Opinion: H5N1 doesn’t have to be a repeat of Covid-19’s ‘public health versus the economy’
The Biden administration announced new programs on May 10 to incentivize dairy farmers and workers…
STAT+: Data integrity watchdogs call for stronger safeguards in scientific journals
SAN FRANCISCO — According to Elisabeth Bik, a scientific watchdog who has discovered thousands of…
STAT+: To bolster global health, Wellcome Trust’s new CEO thinks Big Tech should get involved
LONDON — The key groups involved in addressing global health problems often include governments, foundations,…
From sickly child to doctor, she’s bringing holistic healthcare to Hong Kong – South China Morning Post
From sickly child to doctor, she’s bringing holistic healthcare to Hong Kong South China Morning Post…
Lindus Health Announces Cosmetics Clinical Trial with Acinonyx Bio to Evaluate an Alternative to Benzoyl Peroxide for … – PR Newswire
Lindus Health Announces Cosmetics Clinical Trial with Acinonyx Bio to Evaluate an Alternative to Benzoyl…
Can art therapy be an alternative for mental health care – Journal & Courier
Can art therapy be an alternative for mental health care Journal & Courier Read Original Article:…
What Does Pet Insurance Cover? (2024) – MarketWatch
What Does Pet Insurance Cover? (2024) MarketWatch Read Original Article: What Does Pet Insurance Cover? (2024)…
Listen: Live! From the STAT Breakthrough Summit West
On this week’s “Readout LOUD,” we’re live in San Francisco at STAT’s Breakthrough Summit West….
Otters, especially females, use tools to survive a changing world
Sea otters are one of the few animals that use tools to access their food,…
Researchers wrestle with accuracy of AI technology used to create new drug candidates
Researchers have determined that a protein prediction technology can yield accurate results in the hunt…
Amid backlash to harm reduction, addiction experts warn against reprising ‘war on drugs’
SAN FRANCISCO — Amid what feels like an ever-worsening drug crisis here, locals and politicians…
STAT+: NVIDIA’s Kimberly Powell touts progress on AI in drug discovery
SAN FRANCISCO — In the world of drug discovery, AI progress is often measured by…
STAT+: Microsoft’s Peter Lee says ChatGPT shouldn’t be used for initial diagnosis
SAN FRANCISCO — Surging interest in generative AI among medical professionals since ChatGPT’s launch is…
Second House panel advances two-year telehealth extension
WASHINGTON — A House subcommittee on Thursday advanced legislation that would extend some pandemic-era telehealth…
In military medicine, study shows rank and race affect care
Higher ranking military officers receive more resources and better care than low ranking military officers,…
STAT+: Analysis of pharmaceutical R&D ranks Novo Nordisk and Johnson & Johnson above their peers
When it comes to bringing an experimental drug to market and selling it, Novo Nordisk,…
How did sabre-toothed tigers acquire their long upper canine teeth?
In a groundbreaking study an international team of scientists has investigated the evolutionary patterns behind…
Wind farms can offset their emissions within two years
After spinning for under two years, a wind farm can offset the carbon emissions generated…
Very early blood pressure control confers both benefits and harms in acute stroke
Early identification of stroke type could be key to harnessing the benefits of very early…
Why do we overindulge?
If you tend to do other things or get distracted while eating dinner, you may…
WuXi Biologics beefs up its lobbying operation
You’re reading the web edition of D.C. Diagnosis, STAT’s twice-weekly newsletter about the politics and…
STAT+: PDS Biotech’s survival benefit is absurdly overstated
This is the online edition of Adam’s Biotech Scorecard, a new subscriber-only newsletter. STAT+ subscribers…
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a Roche obesity drug, an experimental Lilly insulin, and more
Top of the morning to you, and a fine one it is, despite the gray…
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Opinion: As childhood asthma worsens, insurers restrict access to an essential medication
As pediatricians who take care of children in the inpatient, emergency, and primary care settings,…
STAT+: Biogen, Ionis drop ALS treatment after study failure
A plan to use new genetic techniques to treat non-genetic forms of ALS failed in…