Algorithms
Researchers at Southeast University have made significant progress in maximizing the performance of suspension bridges with the development of an analytical algorithm to estimate the maximum deflection and maximum deck-end rotation angle of two-tower three-span suspension bridges under live load. This breakthrough has been achieved with the support of the
Leprosy
A new case report has shed light on a rare occurrence of co-infection of tuberculosis (TB) and leprosy in an immunocompetent individual. Researchers from Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in New Delhi, India, have documented a young female patient who initially presented with TB symptoms, but later developed neurological symptoms,
Electronics industry
Researchers from Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. have made a significant discovery regarding the patterning process and reliability of Cu/low-k interconnects in semiconductor devices. The study found that moisture has a significant impact on the patterning process, with an increase in CF-related peaks observed in optical emission spectroscopy (OES) signals.
Machine learning
Research from the University of Tennessee has introduced a novel method for capturing dynamic electron correlation using machine learning. The study, published in the Journal of Chemical Theory and Computation, presents a data-driven approach, dubbed DDCASPT2, which leverages features generated from lower-level electronic structure methods to recover missing electron correlation.
Cancer
Research findings from the Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute have provided new insights into genome biology. The study, which utilized a transformer-based approach, aimed to develop a novel framework for predicting prokaryotic promoters. The researchers, led by Wei Su, successfully created iPro-MP, a model that demonstrates superior performance in predicting
Aquaculture industry
Researchers from the Department of Animal Science have conducted a comprehensive study on the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of fish farmers regarding antimicrobial use and resistance in Cameroon. The study aimed to assess the level of awareness among fish farmers about the risks associated with antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and their
Medical research
Scientists at the Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) have made a significant discovery in the field of cell biology, revealing that IQSEC2 modulates postsynaptic density assembly through Ca2+-induced phase separation. This research, published in the Journal of Cell Biology, provides new insights into the mechanisms underlying synaptic
Electrolysis (Chemistry)
Researchers at the Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology have made a significant discovery in the field of concentrated solar-operated green hydrogen production. By integrating solar photovoltaic cells with a compound parabolic concentrator, the system is able to drive proton membrane electrolysis, resulting in a promising and cost-effective method for
Dissent
A recent study by Chourouq Nasri, a researcher at Universite Mohammed Premier, in Morocco, emphasizes the importance of incorporating visual literacy into higher education programs. The study argues that traditional, text-oriented approaches often fail to prepare students for the increasingly visual nature of modern life, including film, photography, advertising, and
Asian medicine
Researchers from Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine have published a new study on the mitochondrial genomes of Pulsatilla species, a group of plants known for their medicinal and ornamental value. According to the study, four Pulsatilla species - P. chinensis, P. chinensis var. kissii, P. cernua, and P. dahurica
Big data
A recent study has shed light on the growing implementation of Big Data in police departments, with a focus on its benefits and harms in criminal investigations. Researchers from the University of Minho conducted 16 interviews with members of the Judiciary Police in Portugal, exploring their perceptions of Big Data&
Epidemics
New research from Tottori University in Yonago, Japan, has shed light on the relationship between growth capabilities of epidemic influenza virus strains and the severity of inflammation in the human body. The study found that high growth capability influenza A virus (IAV) strains replicate significantly faster in mice and induce
