Vision happens when patterns of light entering the eye are converted into reliable patterns of brain activity. This reliability allows the brain to recognize the same object each time it is seen. Our brains, however, are not born with this ability; instead, we develop it through visual experience. Collaborating scientists at MPFI and the Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies have recently discovered key circuit changes that lead to the maturation of reliable brain activity patterns. Their findings, published in Neuron this week, are likely generalizable beyond vision, providing a ...

Researchers have uncovered a surprising role for electricity in keeping our body’s protective cell layers healthy. Cells bumping against one another use electricity to identify which of their neighbours has the least energy to kill them. The King’s College London study in partnership with the Francis Crick Institute provides insight into diseases including cancer and stroke, where cellular energy levels can be disrupted, preventing the maintenance of healthy cell numbers. Epithelial cells, which line all organs in the body, turnover rapidly to maintain a tightly packed protective layer. They undergo a process called ‘extrusion’ ...

WASHINGTON — Researchers have developed a motion-compensation method that allows single-pixel imaging to capture sharp images of complex dynamic scenes. The new approach could expand the practical utility of this computational imaging method by enabling clearer images of moving targets and improving the quality of surveillance images. Single-pixel imaging uses a single detector, rather than the traditional array of pixels, to acquire images. Although it offers several advantages, such as high sensitivity ...

Canadian Science Publishing (CSP) is pleased to announce that the Journal of Psychiatry and Neuroscience (JPN) is now officially part of our journal portfolio, following the completed acquisition from CMA Impact Inc. on September 2, 2025.  This marks a significant milestone for CSP, as JPN becomes the 23rd journal in our portfolio and our first in the fields of psychiatry and neuroscience. As the official journal of the Canadian College of Neuropsychopharmacology, JPN holds a leading position in its ...

As attention turns to this year’s New York City Marathon, observers will again ask a long-standing question: What do athletes draw upon when trying to complete this 26.2-mile run, especially at those stretches when finishing seems impossible?  Many might think that when fatigue sets in, the key to perseverance is reminding oneself why the effort is worth it or focusing on reasons why they set the goal—intuition that lines up with motivational posters, sports psychology clichés, and coaching advice. ...

URBANA, Ill. — Scientists from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have developed a method to isolate genes from amounts of microbial DNA so tiny that it would take 20,000 samples to weigh as much as a single grain of sugar. In a new paper, the researchers discovered previously unknown antibiotic resistance genes in bacterial DNA isolated from human stool and from fish tanks at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. “With antibiotic resistance on the rise, it’s more important than ever to understand the full diversity of mechanisms bacteria may ...

PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA [September 10, 2025] — New research published in the September 2025 issue of JNCCN—Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network validates the use of a specifically-curated tool for determining which medications may be causing harm for older patients with cancer. Researchers affiliated with the Veterans Affairs (VA) Healthcare System in Boston evaluated a tool based on information from the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Older Adult Oncology, called the “Geriatric ...

Washington, September 10, 2025—State school finance reforms designed to close funding gaps between high- and low-income districts did not reduce racial and ethnic funding inequities and in some cases increased them, according to new research. As school desegregation efforts slowed in the decades following the 1980s, these findings highlight the limitations of income-based approaches in addressing racial funding disparities in education. The study, by Emily Rauscher of Brown University and Jeremy E. Fiel of Rice ...

WASHINGTON—The Endocrine Society today announced it has chosen 12 leading endocrinologists as winners of its prestigious 2026 Laureate Awards, the top honors in the field.    Endocrinologists are scientists and medical doctors who specialize in unraveling the mysteries of hormone disorders to care for patients and treat diseases. These professionals have achieved breakthroughs in scientific discoveries and clinical care benefiting people with hundreds of conditions, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, obesity, hormone-related cancers, growth problems, osteoporosis and infertility.    Established in 1944, the Society’s ...

Endometrial cancer is a major gynecologic malignancy, with HGEC comprising aggressive variants such as Grade 3 endometrioid, serous, clear cell, undifferentiated/dedifferentiated carcinomas, carcinosarcoma, and mesonephric-like adenocarcinoma. These tumors are characterized by poor prognosis and resistance to conventional therapies. The limitations of traditional histopathological diagnosis underscore the need for molecular refinement to guide clinical management. Histopathological Subtypes of HGEC FIGO Grade 3 Endometrioid Carcinoma (HG-EEC): Characterized ...

AMHERST, Mass. — Physicists have long believed that black holes explode at the end of their lives, and that such explosions happen—at most—only once every 100,000 years. But new research published in Physical Review Letters by physicists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst has found a more than 90% probability that one of these black-hole explosions might be seen within the decade, and that, if we are prepared, our current fleet of space and earthbound telescopes could witness the event. Such an explosion would be strong evidence of a theorized but never observed kind of black hole, called a “primordial black hole,” ...

The university stage, particularly its beginning, is a time of tension and emotional stress for young students—many of whom are under the age of 20. This is a group in which suicidal ideation has increased significantly in recent years, surpassing the general population. Now, a study led by the Hospital del Mar Research Institute has quantified the prevalence of suicidal thoughts among university students and identified the main associated risk factors. The study, part of the World Mental Health International College Student Initiative (WMH-ICS) led by Harvard University in the United States, ...

University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have received a $2.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Defense to test whether a cutting-edge magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner can identify now-undetectable brain injuries in soldiers exposed to blasts. Previous research studies have shown blast exposures may create distinct brain scarring caused by nervous system cells called astrocytes, said James R. Stone, MD, PhD, the UVA Health radiologist leading the research team. However, this scarring can only be seen after a patient’s ...

For patients who have mobility impairments or other conditions that require inpatient rehabilitation, Mount Sinai Health System has opened a new, modern, high-tech facility at Mount Sinai Morningside on the West Side of Manhattan at 1111 Amsterdam Avenue (at 114th Street). All inpatient services formerly housed at The Mount Sinai Hospital on the East Side have relocated to this newly renovated space with enhanced equipment and technology, still called the Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Center. It aims to enhance care to patients with a wide range of rehabilitative needs, including brain and spinal cord injuries, stroke, ...

Washington, D.C.:  Today, Breakthrough Discoveries for thriving with Bipolar Disorder (BD²) announced the opening of a fourth round of funding opportunities for the Discovery Research program. BD² invites scientists across all disciplines to apply for up to $4.5 million per grant. Successful teams will undertake groundbreaking research into the genetic, molecular, cellular, circuit, and behavioral mechanisms of bipolar disorder, especially applications that address the following: Cellular and molecular mechanisms of mood-state switching; Biological ...

Household waste constitutes 30–40% of municipal solid waste globally. Separating waste at the household level into compostable, recyclable, and non-recyclable is a crucial first step for local governments to process solid waste effectively. However, large gaps between a person’s willingness to separate waste and actually separating waste have been seen across the world. Understanding the factors that affect people’s intention and behavior of separating household waste can help create more effective policies regarding household-level waste separation.   However, ...

Flexible pressure sensors can detect subtle mechanical stimuli, making them suitable for use in wearable sensors for human health monitoring and motion analysis. However, current sensors suffer from insufficient sensitivity, poor durability, and subpar stability. In a new study, taking inspiration from cat whiskers, researchers developed novel biomass fiber/sodium alginate aerogel (BFA)-based sensors that demonstrated excellent pressure sensitivity, durability, and rapid response, while being suitable for human physiological monitoring and motion analysis. The rapid development of wearable electronic sensors for use in health monitoring, ...

Osaka, Japan – There are many potential causes of infertility, and it can be challenging to pin down just what the problem is when a couple is having trouble getting pregnant. Now, researchers show that a few key proteins have a major effect on sperm development, and therefore male fertility. In a study published this month in Nature Communications, researchers from The University of Osaka have revealed that proteins forming a specialized structure are required for correct sperm function. Sperm are propelled by flagella, which are like long ...

A new poll of 2,143 California adults conducted by University of California, Irvine researchers reveals overwhelming bipartisan support for stricter regulations on children's use of digital technology, including school smartphone restrictions and social media age limits. “There are very few issues with this level of bipartisan support in today’s polarized policy environment, but the message from parents and other adults in our poll was clear and crossed party lines. Adults are worried about the impacts of smartphones and social media on children’s learning and mental health,” said the survey’s authors, Kelli ...

A new study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has uncovered that shark meat sold in U.S. grocery stores, seafood markets, and online vendors often comes from endangered species and is frequently mislabeled. Researchers purchased and DNA barcoded 29 shark meat products to determine their species identity, finding that 93% of samples were ambiguously labeled and included meat from 11 different shark species.  Among the species identified were the great hammerhead and scalloped hammerhead, both listed as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Despite global ...

Sharks have been around for more than 450 million years, but these days they are in deep trouble. Since the 1970s, shark populations have gone down by more than 70% due to unsustainable practices such as shark finning, bycatch, and overfishing, habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has estimated that of the approximately 550 species of sharks in existence, 14% are vulnerable, 11% endangered, and 12% critically endangered. As a result, 74 species of shark are considered at risk by the  Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), meaning that ...

Peer-reviewed, literature review Scientists warn that powerful industries are quietly shaping laws, research and public messaging in ways that delay environmental and health action Study brings together real-world examples - from fossil fuel-funded museums to biased science conferences - to expose how ‘capture strategies’ work The study calls for stronger conflict of interest rules and greater transparency in funding For over 80 years, researchers have documented how powerful industries can exert influence over the very institutions meant to regulate them - a phenomenon known as ‘corporate capture’. From oil ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio (September 10, 2025)—Despite evidence suggesting the safety of hormone therapy for patients with a history of low-grade endometrial or epithelial ovarian cancer, a new survey shows that many gynecologists and some gynecologic oncologists are still uncomfortable prescribing the therapy for this patient population. This indicates a need for more clinician education to help overcome lingering misconceptions. Results of the survey are published online today in Menopause, the journal of The Menopause Society. Although ...

Planetary scientists believe they can now predict the green glow of an aurora in the night sky above Mars, and they have the images to prove it. The first observations of a visible-light aurora from the surface of the Red Planet were made by NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover in 2024. Now, presenting at the Europlanet Science Congress–Division of Planetary Science (EPSC–DPS) joint meeting in Helsinki this week, Dr Elise Wright Knutsen of the University of Oslo will reveal a second snapshot of the aurora by Perseverance and, more importantly, the tools to predict when an aurora will occur on Mars. "The fact that we captured the aurora again demonstrates that our method ...

Researchers including those at the University of Tokyo have made a surprising discovery hiding in people’s mouths: Inocles, giant DNA elements that had previously escaped detection. These appear to play a central role in helping bacteria adapt to the constantly changing environment of the mouth. The findings provide fresh insight into how oral bacteria colonize and persist in humans, with potential implications for health, disease and microbiome research. You might think that modern medical science knows everything there is to know about ...