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Phys.org / Turning structural failure into propulsion
Solar sails have some major advantages over traditional propulsion methods—most notably, they don't use any propellant. But, how exactly do they turn? In traditional sailing, a ship's captain can simply adjust the angle ...
Medical Xpress / Visual analog scale has comparable validity for perennial allergic, nonallergic rhinitis
The visual analog scale (VAS) demonstrates comparable validity for perennial allergic rhinitis (PAR) and nonallergic rhinitis (NAR) severity and quality-of-life (QoL) impairment, according to a study published online Dec. ...
Phys.org / AI-driven breeding strategy aims to boost orphan crops for food security
With global population growth and climate change posing escalating threats to crop production, the current food system is unlikely to be sufficient to meet future demand. Although more than 12,000 plant species are edible, ...
Medical Xpress / FDA approves Jascayd for progressive pulmonary fibrosis
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Jascayd (nerandomilast) tablets for the treatment of progressive pulmonary fibrosis in adults.
Medical Xpress / Understanding childhood obesity: Causes, treatments and how to reduce stigma
While childhood obesity has become more common in recent years, this is a condition that is about more than just weight.
Phys.org / I love my friends … I do not love their kids
At this time of the year, with lots of parties, family catch-ups and holiday plans, you might be reminded of how much you love your friends.
Phys.org / Heritage railway volunteers show how deep friendships can be formed without discussing emotions
"Let's face it, we're just not that into emotions," Brian tells me with a smile talking with other volunteers at a heritage steam railway in northern England. They are discussing a popular TV restoration show. Allan grimaces, ...
Medical Xpress / Exploring the occurrence of coal workers' pneumoconiosis-linked deaths
From 2020 to 2023, 1,754 decedents had coal workers' pneumoconiosis (CWP) listed on their death certificates, according to research published in the Dec. 18 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity ...
Medical Xpress / Prescribing of some controlled medications has decreased in youth over past two decades
In the past two decades, there were decreases in prescribing of some controlled medications to adolescents and young adults, according to a study published online Dec. 15 in Drug and Alcohol Dependence.
Medical Xpress / Tirzepatide noninferior to dulaglutide for CV outcomes in type 2 diabetes
Tirzepatide is noninferior to dulaglutide with respect to a composite of death from cardiovascular (CV) causes, myocardial infarction, or stroke among patients with type 2 diabetes and atherosclerotic CV disease, according ...
Phys.org / Rare jumping bristletail reveals new step in insect mating evolution
Understanding the evolution of insect mating behavior is essential for explaining how early insects adapted to life on land. A new study examines Petrobiellus akkesiensis, a rare jumping bristletail, and reveals that its ...
Tech Xplore / Analyzer delivers real-time insights for US power grid
Researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory partnered with the University of Tennessee to develop a secure, affordable sensing device that delivers unprecedented real-time insight into electric ...
