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Phys.org / Discovering new anti-aging secrets from the world's longest-living vertebrate

New experimental research shows that muscle metabolic activity may be an important factor in the incredible longevity of the world's oldest living vertebrate species—the Greenland shark. These findings may have applications ...

22 hours ago in Biology
Medical Xpress / Experts discuss new screening tool developed for lipoprotein(a) detection

Many patients receive a standardized lipid panel as part of a yearly physical that includes testing of their "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein) and "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein). However, most people ...

21 hours ago in Cardiology
Phys.org / Shark hatching success drops from 82% to 11% in climate change scenario

New experimental research shows that the combined effects of ocean warming and acidification could lead to a catastrophic decrease in embryonic shark survival by the year 2100. This research is also the first to demonstrate ...

22 hours ago in Biology
Medical Xpress / Study shows allergy-related psychological distress is common

Psychological distress related to food allergies (FA) is common globally, according to a study published online June 21 in Allergy.

21 hours ago in Psychology & Psychiatry
Medical Xpress / Low-dose aspirin could help prevent pregnancy complications caused by flu infections

A world-first study has found low-dose aspirin may treat flu-induced blood vessel inflammation, creating better blood flow to the placenta during pregnancy. The study, "Low dose aspirin prevents endothelial dysfunction in ...

20 hours ago in Medications
Phys.org / 3D covalent organic frameworks with zyg topology for photocatalytic synthesis of hydrogen peroxide

A research team proposed a new synthetic strategy of COFs based on a new topology that remotely separates donor (D) and acceptor (A) units in 3D lattice to produce the expected metastable photo-induced charge-separated states.

14 hours ago in Chemistry
Medical Xpress / Pasteurization inactivates highly infectious avian flu in milk, study shows

In March 2024, dairy cows in Texas were found to be infected with highly pathogenic avian flu, or H5N1 bird flu, in the first known case of the virus spreading to cattle. Since then, H5N1 has been found in about 200 animals—and ...

Phys.org / Image: Orion spacecraft prepares for upcoming launch

Technicians lift NASA's Orion spacecraft out of the Final Assembly and System Testing cell on June 28, 2024. The integrated spacecraft, which will be used for the Artemis II mission to orbit the moon, has been undergoing ...

16 hours ago in Astronomy & Space
Medical Xpress / Microdosing candies may be linked to death, illnesses in NY, NJ, other states

The Food and Drug Administration is investigating nearly 50 illnesses—including one possible death—that might be linked to microdosing candies available online and at retailers nationwide.

14 hours ago in Health
Phys.org / Intervarietal grafts of sweet, serrano peppers on Pasilla 18M

Chili pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) is one of the most important vegetables in the world; it is the most widely cultivated and popular spice. The genus Capsicum has been distinguished by its lack of compatible rootstocks with ...

15 hours ago in Biology
Phys.org / Experimental bermudagrasses show varied drought response

In a new study, researchers at Oklahoma State University have unveiled significant variations in drought response among advanced turf-type Bermudagrass experimental genotypes. The study aimed to evaluate the drought tolerance ...

15 hours ago in Biology
Tech Xplore / Simulations provide models for a resilient and sustainable electric grid

In a significant step towards resilient, sustainable energy, researchers at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) are undertaking an initiative to enhance the performance and longevity of grid transformers, a critical ...

15 hours ago in Energy & Green Tech