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Phys.org / X-ray four-wave mixing captures elusive electron interactions inside atoms and molecules

Scientists at the X-ray free-electron laser SwissFEL have realized a long-pursued experimental goal in physics: to show how electrons dance together. The technique, known as X-ray four-wave mixing, opens a new way to see ...

Jan 16, 2026 in Physics
Phys.org / Biomass-derived furans offer sustainable alternative to petroleum in chemical production

A research project conducted by the Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung shows how biomass can be used as a raw material for chemical products instead of petroleum. The scientists have published their findings in the ...

Jan 16, 2026 in Chemistry
Tech Xplore / New RoboReward dataset and models automate robotic training and evaluation

The advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms has opened new possibilities for the development of robots that can reliably tackle various everyday tasks. Training and evaluating these algorithms, however, typically ...

Jan 15, 2026 in Robotics
Phys.org / How concrete jungles could be changing dandelion seed dispersal in Japan

Dandelions are incredible plants with a highly efficient seed-dispersal system, meaning even a gentle breeze can carry seeds and their parachutes great distances. But in several places in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, they have ...

Jan 15, 2026 in Biology
Medical Xpress / Decline in U.S. nursing home capacity since COVID-19: Rural areas hit hardest

Though the U.S. population is aging, nursing home capacity has declined nationwide since the COVID-19 pandemic began. According to a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine this week, one quarter of U.S. counties experienced ...

Jan 16, 2026 in Medical economics
Medical Xpress / Molecular 'switch' that turns on inflammation in obesity points to new therapeutic targets

A team led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers has uncovered a molecular pathway that links obesity to widespread inflammation, providing long-sought insight into why obesity increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, ...

Jan 16, 2026 in Inflammatory disorders
Tech Xplore / Tougher solid electrolyte advances long-sought lithium metal batteries

A solid—rather than liquid—electrolyte between the opposite electrodes of a battery should, in theory, enable a rechargeable lithium metal battery that is safer, packs much more energy, and charges considerably faster ...

Jan 16, 2026 in Engineering
Medical Xpress / Dual therapy shows promise for childhood brain cancer

Researchers at the Children's Cancer Institute and UNSW Sydney have tested a new way of treating childhood brain cancer by combining two medicines in lab studies. They found using the two treatments together may work better ...

Jan 16, 2026 in Oncology & Cancer
Medical Xpress / FDA-cleared brain stimulation device for ADHD is not effective, new clinical trial finds

A large multicenter clinical trial led by King's College London with 150 children and adolescents has shown that a device cleared by the US FDA to treat ADHD is not effective in reducing symptoms.

Jan 16, 2026 in Neuroscience
Tech Xplore / Robot learns to lip sync by watching YouTube

Almost half of our attention during face-to-face conversation focuses on lip motion. Yet, robots still struggle to move their lips correctly. Even the most advanced humanoids make little more than muppet mouth gestures—if ...

Jan 14, 2026 in Robotics
Medical Xpress / Altered microbiome: Oral bacteria play a role in chronic liver disease, study reveals

Each year, more than two million people die from advanced chronic liver disease (ACLD). Previous research has linked gut microbiome disruptions to this condition and suggested that bacteria typically found in the mouth may ...

Phys.org / Mummified cheetahs found in Saudi caves shed light on lost populations

Scientists have uncovered the mummified remains of cheetahs from caves in northern Saudi Arabia.

Jan 15, 2026 in Biology