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Sperm Donor's Cancer-Causing Variant Raises Gamete Regulation Concerns

University of Colorado Study: Bone-Anchored Prostheses Improve Mobility

Bird Flu Outbreaks in Mammals Surge: Human Spread Risk Up

North Macedonia Reports First MPOX Cases

Daylight Boosts Immune System: Study at University of Auckland

Stress: A Silent Risk Factor for Stroke

Advancements in AAV Vectors for DNA Transport

Novel Noninvasive Method for Measuring Central Venous Pressure

How Your Circadian Rhythm Shapes Morning Behavior

Temple University Study: AI for Mental Health Support

Millions Worldwide Lack Access to Basic Eye Care

Study Reveals Immune Ecosystem Types in Bone Metastases

New Cell Therapy for ALS and Aplastic Anemia

Enzalutamide Boosts 5-Year Survival in Metastatic Prostate Cancer

Semaglutide: Effective Weight Reduction Drug

Novel Long Noncoding RNA: Prostate Cancer Biomarker

Breakthrough Pancreatic Organoid Model Enhances Diabetes Research

New Study Reveals Organ-Specific Toxicity in CAR T-cell Therapy

Study Reveals Health Insurance Trends Among Americans

1.5 Million Missing Americans: US Mortality Gap Widens

Novel Immune Cells for TB Vaccine Target

Researchers Suggest Ways to Reduce Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

Study Reveals Metagenomic Sequencing Boosts Pathogen Detection

Understanding the Science Behind Fevers

Alcohol-Fueled Cancer Deaths Surge Among US Men

White House Report: Children Today Sickest Generation

Federal Deadline Ends Sale of Off-Brand Weight-Loss and Diabetes Medications

New Ultra-Violent Combat Sport "Run It Straight" Originates in Australia

Sharp Rise in Skin Cancer Cases Among Older Adults

New Therapy for Children with Vte Tested Successfully

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Role of Plankton in Ocean Ecosystems: Global Study Reveals Adaptations

Boron Atoms on Copper: Surprising Borophene Discovery

Can Room Design Ease First-Day Separation Anxiety?

World's Lithium Distribution: Implications for Mining Tech

Rare Barred Olivine Formation in Chondrules Revealed

Mystery of Moon's Lost Magnetism

Astronomers Find Binary Star System in China

Cellular Survival: Microscopic Highways and Protein Vehicles

Archaeologists Discover Multiple Deaths at Maiden Castle

Demonstrating Chirality: Hands Won't Align Perfectly

Blue Phosphorescent Oleds Match Green Lifespan

Advanced Imaging Technique: Hyperspectral Imaging for Material Identification

National Taiwan University Team Discovers HwMR Protein's Role

Challenges of Charging EV Batteries in Extreme Weather

Study by Cornell Lab: Bird Species Management Benefits Ecosystem

Challenges and Benefits of Diamond in Advanced Technologies

New Research Shifts Focus to Trafficking Recruitment

Trees and Fungi: Allies Against Insect Attacks

Study Reveals Evolution of Ice Age Animals

Biotech Explorers Pathway: Transforming College Education

Breakthrough Discovery: Fighting Fusarium Head Blight

NASA/ESA Captures NGC 3511: Spiral Galaxy in Crater

2025 Sees Deadly Tornado Outbreaks in St. Louis and London

Novel Data-Driven Model Differentiates Human-Induced Water Consumption

The Vital Role of Nature in Human Well-Being

Study in Nature Astronomy: Stars in Close Binary Systems Show High Magnetic Activity

"European Politics and Nanotechnology Development"

Coastal Regions Battling Creeping Salt Threat

Primordial Black Holes: Leading Cold Dark Matter Candidate

Unveiling Animal Consciousness: Breaking Scientific Norms

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German court says Meta can use user data to train AI

German Court Dismisses Injunction Against Meta's Data Use

Trump Signs Executive Orders to Boost Nuclear Energy

Trump signs orders to boost US nuclear energy

Verification framework uncovers safety lapses in open-source self-driving system

Researchers Uncover Safety Limits in Open-Source Self-Driving Systems

Challenges in Online Chat Rooms: Predictive Models' Limitations

Large language model accurately predicts online chat derailments

Amazon suspends Minnesota data center as lawmakers plan to reduce Big Tech tax breaks

Amazon Suspends Becker, Minnesota Data Center Plan

Anthropic Unveils Latest Claude GenAI Models, Setting New Standards

Anthropic touts improved Claude AI models

Rare earth production outside China 'major milestone'

Australian Firm Achieves Milestone in Rare Earth Production

This redundant aviation safety net helps keep planes safe when controllers lose contact

Air Traffic Controllers Maintain Safety Amid Communication Loss

Climate Change Raises Flood Risk: Property Owners Unprepared

Property owners urged to take action as study reveals overlooked flood risks

Rooftop Solar Panels and EVs: Japan's 85% Electricity Solution

Rooftop solar and EV batteries could supply 85% of Japan's electricity needs

"Energy-Intensive Process: Crude Oil Separation and CO2 Emissions"

A new approach could fractionate crude oil using much less energy

Geometric adjustment helps boost efficiency and durability of perovskite photovoltaic cells

Billion dollar pizza? Bitcoin soars on key anniversary of crypto's growth

Perovskite Solar Cells: Promising Future Challenges

Celebrating 15 Years: Bitcoin Pizza Day Sparks Enthusiasm

TEMPO molecule enhances stability and performance of perovskite solar cells

Innovative Strategy to Enhance Perovskite Solar Cell Durability

Xiaomi Reveals New In-House Mobile Chip

California's electric car drive put on blocks by US Senate

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Wednesday, 16 September 2020

As pandemic progressed, people's perceived risk assessment went up

In the first week of the coronavirus pandemic, people living in the United States underestimated their chances of catching the virus, or of getting seriously ill from the virus, according to a recently published Caltech-led study. But as the days progressed, those same people became more worried about their personal risk, and, as a result, began to increase protective behaviors such as washing hands and social distancing.

Reducing colorectal cancer disparities among African American men

Out of any other racial group, African American men have the lowest five-year survival rate for colorectal cancer (CRC). A major factor contributing to this dire situation is low adherence to recommended early detection screening, like colonoscopy and home-based stool testing kits. Yet, published research on effective strategies to increase screening for this group specifically are minimal. These findings were published today in a special health inequities and disparities issue of the journal PLOS ONE.

T cells take the lead in controlling SARS-CoV-2 and reducing COVID-19 disease severity

Ever since SARS-CoV-2 first appeared, researchers have been trying to understand whether sometimes the immune system does more harm than good during the acute phase of COVID-19. The latest study by researchers at La Jolla Institute for Immunology clearly argues in favor of the immune system.

Multi-stakeholder communication is key for better monitoring of marine ecosystems

A sustained dialogue must be established between molecular ecologists, policymakers and other stakeholders for DNA-based approaches to be adopted in marine monitoring and assessment, according to KAUST scientists and colleagues.

Satellite finds a strengthening tropical storm Noul

NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite passed over the South China Sea and captured a visible image of Tropical Storm Noui as it continued to organize and intensify.

Endangered wildlife, habitat burned in Washington's wildfires

Entire wildlife areas have been destroyed and endangered populations of animals gravely depleted by wildfires burning in Eastern Washington.

Beyond plaques and tangles: Genetic variation may increase risk of cognitive decline

A genetic variation in some people may be associated with cognitive decline that can't be explained by deposits of two key proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease, amyloid β and tau, according to a study published in the September 16, 2020, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The genetic variation leads to alterations in the metabolism of glutathione, an antioxidant, and may be associated with thinning of the cortex of the brain, the study says. The variation is found on the sixth chromosome.

Could monitoring blood pressure help reduce falls for people with Parkinson's?

People with Parkinson's disease are more likely than people of a similar age without the disease to have a sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing, a phenomenon called orthostatic hypotension, according to a new study published in the September 16, 2020, online issue of Neurology. The drop in blood pressure can lead to dizziness, lightheadedness, and even loss of consciousness and falls.

Doctors in hard-hit Madrid: 'It's like March in slow motion'

It feels like a flashback. Bilateral pneumonia, a common acute manifestation of the COVID-19 disease, is keeping Spanish intensive care wards busy again. And it's also leaving medical workers who are still recovering from the pandemic's peak with an anxious sense of déja vu.

Facebook plans Ray-Ban smart glasses as it eyes AR

Facebook on Wednesday announced it would launch its own smart glasses next year which connect to smartphones as part of an alliance with eyewear titan EssilorLuxottica.

Scientists explain how diverse species coexist in microbial communities

Diversity in many biological communities is a sign of an ecosystem in balance. When one species dominates, the entire system can go haywire. For example, the uncontrolled overgrowth of certain oceanic algae species causes toxic red tides that kill fish and other sea life, and sicken humans. On a more individual level, the human gut hosts a large community of different bacteria that is crucial for proper digestion and absorption of nutrients. Disruption of or imbalances in this bacterial community can cause a bloom in the growth of a toxic species, causing nausea, diarrhea and other illnesses. Plainly, there's an urgent need to understand how microbial community diversity is developed and maintained, especially as human activities change our external and internal environments.

NASA sees tropical storm Karina's night moves

Tropical Storm Karina was making night moves like the old Bob Seger song. NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite provided an infrared image of Tropical Storm Karina's nighttime movement as it moved away from the Baja California peninsula of Mexico. Infrared data showed the storm was weakening.

NASA imagery reveals Paulette became a strong extratropical cyclone

Tropical cyclones can become post-tropical before they dissipate, meaning they can become sub-tropical, extra-tropical or a remnant low-pressure area. As Hurricane Paulette transitioned into an extra-tropical storm, NASA's Terra satellite provided a visible image of the powerful storm, and the National Hurricane Center issued their final advisory on the system.

People's life goals relate to their personality type, study suggests

In the first research of its kind, a new University of California, Davis, study suggests that for the most part, people formulate goals consistent with their personality traits—and an individual's goals are related to how their personality subsequently changes over time.

Health risks of breathing in wildfire smoke

Breathing for residents across the west coast of the U.S. is becoming increasingly difficult as wildfires continue to spread across large portions of several states, according to news reports.

A protein in the pancreas protects it from stress induced by a high-fat diet

Every time we eat, the glucose level in our body goes up. This spurs our pancreatic machinery into action and through intricate physiological mechanisms, appropriate amounts of insulin are produced, our blood glucose levels are controlled, and we remain healthy. But when a person indulges in high-fat food repeatedly over the long term, their pancreas is consistently overstimulated, eventually contributing to its damage and impairing its function. This increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, in which glucose level control mechanisms become lopsided.

Turbulence affects aerosols and cloud formation

Chat with an atmospheric scientist for more than a few minutes, and it's likely they'll start advocating for a planetary name change. Planet Ocean-Cloud is much more fitting than Earth, they'll say, when so much of our planet's life systems are affected by the interactions of clouds and the oceans.

Amazon plans to put 1,000 warehouses in neighborhoods

Amazon.com Inc. plans to open 1,000 small delivery hubs in cities and suburbs all over the U.S., according to people familiar with the plans. The facilities, which will eventually number about 1,500, will bring products closer to customers, making shopping online about as fast as a quick run to the store. It will also help the world's largest e-commerce company take on a resurgent Walmart Inc.

Making sense of cholesterol: The good, the bad and the dietary

Cholesterol can be confusing. But understanding it could help you live a longer, healthier life.

Do ordinary eyeglasses offer protection against COVID-19?

(HealthDay)—Eyeglasses keep you from tripping over footstools and walking into walls, but they also might have a side benefit to spark envy among those with 20/20 vision.

NASA finds coldest cloud tops on hurricane Teddy's western side

NASA analyzed the cloud top temperatures in Hurricane Teddy using infrared light to determine the strength of the storm. Infrared imagery revealed that the strongest storms were on Teddy's western side.