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A medication that's been treating seizures for 25 years might hold the key to preventing Alzheimer's disease decades before symptoms appear. Northwestern University researchers discovered it blocks the toxic brain proteins that trigger dementia.
South Africa is taking action to protect women's health after university researchers found potentially harmful chemicals in sanitary pads. The government is launching a full investigation to ensure these essential products are safe for millions of women.
Carnegie Mellon University just opened a massive 150,000-square-foot Robotics Innovation Center that's already attracting million-dollar investments and creating jobs in Pittsburgh. The facility brings together university researchers, tech companies, and government support to solve real-world problems with cutting-edge robotics and AI.
Northwestern University researchers developed a breakthrough therapy that grabs "undruggable" cancer proteins and drags them to the cell's trash system for destruction. The approach worked against MYC and KRAS, two proteins that drive many aggressive cancers and resist most treatments.
University of Florida scientists are deliberately hacking AI systems to expose weak spots before bad actors can exploit them. Their new method cracks safety measures faster than ever, helping tech companies build truly secure AI tools.
Columbia University researchers solved a dangerous battery problem that could make electric cars safer and go farther. The new gel prevents short circuits that can cause fires while boosting how long batteries last.
Northwestern University researchers successfully planted puzzle-solving ideas into people's dreams using sound cues during REM sleep. Participants doubled their puzzle-solving abilities after just one night of "dream engineering." ##
Two UC Santa Cruz researchers received Innovation Catalyst grants to develop breakthrough technologies, including a single nasal swab that can detect COVID, flu, and RSV while showing your immunity status. The 12-month program helps bridge the gap between lab discoveries and real-world solutions that can help people.
Northwestern University researchers successfully steered people's dreams toward unsolved puzzles, and 75% dreamed about the problems they were cued to think about. Those who dreamed about specific puzzles solved them twice as often the next morning.
Northwestern University researchers discovered that AI can judge empathetic communication nearly as well as trained experts and far better than most people. The breakthrough could help train doctors, teachers, and customer service workers to connect better with others.
America's largest physicians group is partnering with university researchers to provide independent, evidence-based vaccine guidance for families and doctors. The move comes as families seek trusted, science-backed information about vaccine decisions.
A sustainability expert in Sheffield is proving that ancient building materials can solve modern climate problems. His garden office made from straw bales will save 20 tonnes of carbon emissions compared to conventional construction.
Brown University researchers discovered that shea butter, the same ingredient in your lotion, can safely remove toxic "forever chemicals" from contaminated water. This breakthrough could clean polluted water without adding new toxins to the environment.
Vietnam and Australia are strengthening their partnership to turn scientific research into real-world solutions. New policies, university collaborations, and investment networks are bridging the gap between lab discoveries and market success.
Researchers discovered that people naturally mumble a bit when expressing positive emotions, a finding that could make digital assistants like Siri sound less robotic. The breakthrough could help AI finally escape its cold, unfeeling reputation.
Seventy-four university professors just restored their academic freedom through the courts. Their legal victory in November reversed unconstitutional restrictions on research and teaching.
A new University of South Carolina study found bottled water contains dramatically fewer disinfection byproducts than tap water. The research offers reassuring news for the billions of people worldwide who choose bottled water every day.