Sciworthy - Page 54 - The Encyclopedia of Science's Frontier

Gamers characterize human gut microbes

Researchers developed a video game that allows non-scientists to assist in analyzing genome sequences of microorganisms in the human digestive system. The game had over 4 million players in 4 years!

Researchers develop new eco-friendly fashion

Scientists modified bacteria to produce an eco-friendly, self-coloring leather substitute, in a step toward sustainable fashion.

New wearable device to catch early breast cancer

Scientists developed a small wearable device that can identify early breast cancer using ultrasound.

Researchers created hybrid monkeys from stem cells

Scientists in China made live monkey hybrids using cells from embryos, to help them study how animals heal and reproduce.

A new tool can spot moving elements in genome data

Researchers developed a computational tool to identify bits of the genome that move around. Their tool will help other scientists find things that don’t belong, like viruses and plasmids, in mixtures of DNA.

How well can AI diagnose lung cancer?

Researchers developed an artificial intelligence tool that surpassed doctors in identifying patients at high risk of lung cancer from their CT scans.

New LED technology could make phone screens flexible

Scientists added soft molecules to a light-emitting polymer used in phone displays, so it could stretch to twice its original size while still emitting light.

Can wearable AI predict depression?

Researchers analyzed the use of wearable AI in detecting and predicting depression. They suggested several ways to improve the technology for optimum performance.

A biological artist for modified DNA molecules

Researchers developed a tool to visualize changes in DNA data from new sequencing technology. Their tool will help scientists "see" how changes in DNA contribute to disease.

Modified solar cell produces power at night

Scientists installed a special generator onto an existing solar cell so it can use temperature changes to generate power from radiative cooling at night.

A safer approach to gene editing

Researchers used virus proteins to deliver the CRISPR system into cells for faster and safer gene editing.

Could sodium-ion batteries replace lithium-ion batteries in electronics?

Scientists designed a unique hybrid material that stores sodium, which could improve performance and reliability of sodium-ion batteries for use in cell phones and other electronics.

New implantable device for fighting muscle atrophy

Scientists developed a new biomedical device that adheres to muscle tissue and delivers contractions, promoting tissue regeneration.

Building better robots

Scientists developed a new model to improve the gripping performance of electroadhesive clutches in robots. Their upgraded cyber-hand was nearly 30 times stronger!

Superconductivity in multi-layered graphene

Scientists discovered superconductivity in structures of four and five layers of graphene where alternating layers are twisted to a “magic angle”.

New device converts mechanical energy into light

In automobiles, aircrafts, and other large machineries, it is extremely useful to have a way to detect the amount of force certain components in these machines are experiencing. If we can monitor force in real time, we can prevent a…

Biofilm technology for powering wearables

Scientists devised a new method for converting energy from evaporation into electricity, using sustainable microbial biofilms. This device was able to power simple wearable electronics from human sweat.

Common solids could improve carbon capture from car exhaust

Scientists recently tested new solids for cheaper and safer capture of carbon dioxide from internal combustion engines. This technology could help decrease greenhouse gas emissions from transportation.

New research could make lithium ion batteries much safer

A lithium ion battery with solid electrolyte is much safer than lithium ion batteries on the market today.

LEDs and smoke detectors could take a big leap forward

Scientists develop simple procedure to strain silicon, reaching record strain levels, that will have huge impact in optoelectronic devices such as LED lights, solar panels, and smoke detectors.

A new way to help Parkinson’s patients walk

Scientists used non-invasive electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve to help patients with Parkinson’s Disease walk further and faster.

The future of 3D cell cultures in biomedical research

Microbiologists proposed that 3-dimensional artificial environments are the best way to study cell behavior and drug responses, although challenges like high cost mean researchers are slow to adopt this technology.

Cancers share DNA mutations that affect our genome

Researchers discovered regions of our DNA where mutations disrupt the structure of our genome and could promote growth in different types of cancer.

Exercise boosts tumor-killing immune cells

Scientists showed that breast cancer patients who exercised for 30 minutes had more tumor-killing immune cells in their bloodstreams.

Spinal stimulation helps stroke patients hit their stride

Researchers combined spinal cord stimulation with walking exercises to improve stroke survivors’ balance, walking symmetry, speed, and endurance.

An interactive virtual assistant for cancer research

Scientists developed an Alexa-based virtual assistant to help researchers and clinicians understand and interpret cancer genome data.

What causes brain fog in long COVID patients?

Researchers found the COVID-19 virus causes inflammation that disrupts a patient’s blood-brain barrier and contributes to brain fog.

Researchers developed new AI to treat cancer

Scientists created an artificial intelligence model, called CancerGPT, that predicted the effect of different drug combinations on patients with rare forms of cancer.

Scientists tackle mosquito-borne viruses with CRISPR

Researchers developed a new CRISPR protein that cuts viral RNA to combat diseases like yellow fever.

Melatonin could help with more than a good night’s sleep

Scientists found melatonin alleviated simulated spinal cord injuries in mice by interacting with proteins that cause inflammation.

Researchers linked obesity with breast cancer

Scientists compared genetic data from tumors of breast cancer patients, and found patients with high body mass indexes had unique gene alterations.

Scientists grew human kidneys inside pig embryos

Scientists developed kidneys with a mixture of human and pig cells inside pig embryos, to test whether they were viable for human transplant.

Scientists suggest new ways to treat gastric cancer

Researchers computed how genetic elements regulate gastric cancer, to help treat patients and predict their survival.

Is cancer biased by biological sex?

Researchers reviewed data showing biological male versus female cancer patients experience cancer differently, with different immune responses and side effects.

How did humans learn to speak?

Scientists compared parts of the brain that correlate to speech in humans and primates to understand how speech evolved in humans.

Scientists tackle bleach-resistant spores

Researchers found spore-producing microbes that can survive sanitization with 10 times the amount of bleach recommended in hospitals.

Closing the diversity gap in genetic studies

Scientists developed a new statistical method to improve genome-wide studies of diseases and traits in people with diverse ancestries.

This gene mutation could delay Alzheimer’s disease

Researchers discovered a genetic mutation that slowed the progression of Alzheimer’s disease in one man by halting protein buildup in his brain.

Are fungi the unlikely heroes in detecting cancer?

Researchers found fungi living in different types of human cancer. They suggested doctors could use fungal DNA in blood samples as a new diagnostic tool.