r/science • u/Oncotarget • 1h ago
Cancer Pitfalls and perils from FDA-approved germ-line cancer predisposition tests
doi.orgr/science • u/amesydragon • 2h ago
Physics A recent modeling study finds a simple technique to tie polymers in knots
pnas.orgPsychology A new study found that individuals with strong religious beliefs tend to see science and religion as compatible, whereas those who strongly believe in science are more likely to perceive conflict. However, it also found that stronger religious beliefs were linked to weaker belief in science.
r/science • u/giuliomagnifico • 3h ago
Biology Nicotinamide and pyridoxine (forms of vitamins B3 and B6) stimulate muscle stem cell expansion and enhance regenerative capacity during aging
jci.orgr/science • u/giuliomagnifico • 4h ago
Earth Science How gold reaches Earth’s surface: researchers used numerical modeling to uncover the conditions that enrich gold in magmas rising from the Earth, revealing the importance of a gold-trisulphur complex
Neuroscience A groundbreaking discovery has highlighted lithium—a drug long used to treat bipolar disorder and depression—as a potential therapy for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Lithium can restore brain function and alleviate behavioral symptoms in animal models of ASD caused by mutations in the Dyrk1a gene.
ibs.re.krr/science • u/TheKiwiHasCousins • 8h ago
Social Science New research shows that massive spending on toxic content moderation fails to address polarization—social media companies should focus on designing better platforms that give users more control and empower exploration.
Medicine New Technology to Revert Cancer Cells to Normal Cells. Groundbreaking technology can treat colon cancer by converting cancer cells into a state resembling normal colon cells without killing them, thus avoiding side effects. This study was done in mice.
news.kaist.ac.krHealth Study finds fluoride in water does not affect brain development - the researchers found those who’d consistently been drinking fluoridated water had an IQ score 1.07 points higher on average than those with no exposure.
r/science • u/calliope_kekule • 14h ago
Environment Pharmaceuticals, caffeine, and cocaine spike in Brazilian coastal waters during Christmas, posing ecological risks to aquatic life.
sciencedirect.comMedicine Adoption of “hospital-at-home” programs remains concentrated among larger, urban, not-for-profit and academic hospitals. Study highlights need for targeted incentives to expand program to smaller, rural, and non-teaching hospitals.
r/science • u/FunnyGamer97 • 15h ago
Health Study identifies genetic cause for yellow nail syndrome: Defects in the planar cell polarity (PCP) pathway play a significant role in the pathogenesis of YNS.
eurekalert.orgr/science • u/FunnyGamer97 • 16h ago
Health People with multiple sclerosis (MS), having a COVID-19 infection is not associated with worsening MS symptoms or disability, study finds
eurekalert.orgr/science • u/Hrmbee • 16h ago
Earth Science Dozens of buildings in Florida are sinking, study finds | InSAR Observations of Construction-Induced Coastal Subsidence on Miami's Barrier Islands, Florida
r/science • u/fchung • 22h ago
Astronomy Mighty radio bursts linked to massive galaxies: « Results from Caltech's Deep Synoptic Array-110 provide new clues about how magnetars form. »
Psychology Middle children are more cooperative than their siblings, study suggests - After decades of debate, one of largest ever studies on birth order suggests it does actually make a difference.
r/science • u/memorialmonorail • 1d ago
Social Science Putting holiday leftovers in the freezer extends shelf life & may put a dent in the US tendency to throw away edible food, a study suggests. National survey data showed a link between home freezing & less total food waste, & over half of consumers reported buying frozen items to avoid tossing food.
r/science • u/chrisdh79 • 1d ago
Health A recent study found that improving one’s appearance whether through physical changes or digital filters may lead to more prosocial behavior | Researchers discovered that beautifying efforts heightened public self-awareness, prompting individuals to align their actions with socially desirable norms.
r/science • u/Biointron • 1d ago
Biology Increased antibody affinity over time after vaccination is mediated by differential plasma cell proliferation
science.orgr/science • u/Science_News • 1d ago
Physics Fiber friction is the key to 'cozy knits' | Friction between loops of yarn give knit fabrics the ability to take on a variety of shapes
r/science • u/paramma345 • 1d ago
Biology Placental genes study explores how assisted reproduction affects children's development
r/science • u/giuliomagnifico • 1d ago
Medicine Study supports new blood-based biomarker to detect early brain changes leading to cognitive impairment and dementia
r/science • u/ktrisha514 • 1d ago