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Medical Xpress / Researchers call for better support for families of children who die suddenly

Experts involving a University of Central Lancashire academic are highlighting an urgent need to improve practical and psychological support for families who experience the unexpected death of a child.

Apr 30, 2025 in Psychology & Psychiatry
Phys.org / Data-driven algorithm yields three unique ZIFs with high selectivity for greenhouse gas separation

A collaborative research effort between UNIST and the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) has led to the successful synthesis of three novel porous materials by leveraging a data-driven structure prediction algorithm. ...

Apr 29, 2025 in Chemistry
Medical Xpress / GIP receptor shows surprising dual action: Both activation and blockade support weight loss

Drugs that bind to and activate the receptors for the hormones GLP-1 and GIP are effective in the treatment of obesity and diabetes. Surprisingly, active substances are currently being developed that not only activate the ...

Apr 29, 2025 in Overweight & Obesity
Phys.org / Researchers say national guidelines needed to make nature play work for every child

When we think of nature play, we envision children swinging from trees, decorating mud pies with gum nuts, and delving through creek beds. But nature play must be more than this and needs to cater to children of all ages ...

Apr 30, 2025 in Other Sciences
Medical Xpress / Genetic factors highlight the many ways health and height are linked

Height is determined by thousands of signals in our genes. Three world experts on human growth, including Associate Professor Louise Bicknell from Otago's Department of Biochemistry, have undertaken a significant review summarizing ...

Apr 30, 2025 in Genetics
Phys.org / Scientists crack decades-old puzzle in carbon dioxide-to-fuel conversion

New research has revealed the fundamental mechanisms that limit the performance of copper catalysts—critical components in artificial photosynthesis that transform carbon dioxide and water into valuable fuels and chemicals.

Apr 28, 2025 in Chemistry
Medical Xpress / Everyday actions and behaviors linked to better mental well-being: study

Regular chats with friends, time spent in nature and mentally engaging activities are strongly linked to better mental health, according to new Curtin University research that highlights the power of simple, everyday behaviors ...

Apr 30, 2025 in Psychology & Psychiatry
Phys.org / Renewables, coal or nuclear? Generational preferences in Australia may play a surprising role

In an otherwise unremarkable election campaign, the major parties are promising sharply different energy blueprints for Australia. Labor is pitching a high-renewables future powered largely by wind, solar, hydroelectricity ...

Apr 30, 2025 in Other Sciences
Phys.org / Microbial research suggests that biodiversity does not always increase ecosystem stability

Although many conservationists believe biodiversity is intrinsically valuable, the protection of biodiversity has also been argued for on the basis that diversity makes ecosystems healthier and more stable. But are highly ...

Apr 29, 2025 in Biology
Phys.org / Australia's climate future in the spotlight for new tipping point and resilience research

A new study offers a research framework to help researchers "speak the same language" and protect the planet from unknown climate futures.

Apr 30, 2025 in Earth
Medical Xpress / 'Game-changer' clinical trial launches for Australia's second-deadliest cancer

A world-first clinical trial launched in Melbourne is being hailed as a "game-changer" for its potential to revolutionize the way people with bowel cancer are treated.

Apr 30, 2025 in Oncology & Cancer
Medical Xpress / Teenage years crucial for depression intervention, study finds

Depression in young teens could be easier to treat than in adulthood due to the symptoms being more flexible and not yet ingrained, a study published in the journal Nature Mental Health shows.

Apr 29, 2025 in Psychology & Psychiatry