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An experimental oral vaccine may prevent invasive bacterial diarrhea
Shigella causes about 450,000 U.S. infections each year. An experimental oral vaccine protected adults in a small human trial.
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ResearchJul 21, 2026
Financial infidelity imbalances appear to hurt both relationship and financial health
A new study finds that marriages with mismatched levels of financial honesty are associated with lower overall wealth and relationship happiness. This imbalance frequently coincides with couples struggling to establish…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Incidence and direct medical costs of child injuries in Lebanon (2012–2016): Evidence from closed insurance claims analysis
by Samar Al-Hajj, Kaitlin R. Maciejewski, Elise Presser, James Dziura, Hani Mowafi Despite the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) reporting 20% of the global burden of child injury and one of the highest death rates for…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Comparing token-based and trajectory-based vowel space metrics for assessing speech in Parkinson’s disease
by Defne Abur, Megan Cushman, Courtney J. Dunsmuir, Cara E. Stepp This study assessed the ability of three acoustic measures of vowel space, two token-based and one trajectory-based, to quantify speech differences in…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Bidirectional association between cognitive function and depressive symptoms in UK community elderly based on physical activity as mediator
by Jiahui Liu, Yalong Li, Lei Song, Mu He, Jia Liu, Yuqi Lin, Jian Ma, Haoxuan Yang, Tingting Sun, Jizhao Li Introduction Previous studies have shown that physical activity (PA) can improve cognitive function (CF) and…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
CDCA8 regulates ATP5F1A protein stability and malignant phenotypes in wilms tumor cells: Prognostic implications and mechanistic insights
by Qiang Zeng, Junfeng Tao, Guangbei Peng, Lilu Qin, Shuzhen Wu, Chen Wang, Zhong Liu, Linshan Zeng Background Wilms tumor (WT) is a prevalent pediatric renal malignancy, yet its molecular mechanisms remain poorly…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Comparative genome-wide analysis of CAD (Cinnamyl Alcohol Dehydrogenase) gene family in Medicago truncatula and Lotus japonicus and their expression profiles in response to various abiotic abiotic stresses
by Mst. Sumaiya Khatun, Fatema Tuz Zohra, Pollob Shing, Md Shohel Ul Islam, Shaikh Mizanur Rahman, Md. Abdur Rauf Sarkar The CAD (Cinnamyl Alcohol Dehydrogenase) gene family is a key determinant for lignin biosynthesis…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Synergistic Bioactive Ointment: ZnO Nanoparticles Combined with Carica papaya Latex and Aloe Vera Gel for Broad-Spectrum Biomedical Applications
by Geethma Ekanayake, Amavin Mendis, Supuni Wijayawardana, Charitha Thambiliyagodage, Madara Jayanetti The development of multifunctional topical formulations that combine natural bioactives with therapeutic…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Enhancing the sustainability of cultural identity in science curricula through artificial intelligence as an innovative educational approach
by Jawaher Alrashood, Omayya Al-Hassan, Sarah Alotaibi, Tahani Alrosaa, Rommel AlAli, Ali Al-Barakat, Abdelrahim Ismail, Yusra Aboud, Ali Abdullatif, Ashraf Zaher This study investigates the role of AI as an innovative…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Standard precautions versus clinically triggered contact precautions for prevention of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing enterobacterales in acute-care geriatric units: A prospective non-inferiority interventional study protocol (GERSP-study)
by Olfa Ezzi, Laurie Renaudin, Christophe Goetz, Arpiné Ardzivian Elnar, Azzeddine Azzemou, Noel Blettner, Mathieu Llorens Introduction Extended-spectrum β-lactamase–producing Enterobacterales (ESBL-E) pose a major…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Achieving long-term success in irrigation commons
by Ulrich J. Frey, Atul Pokharel Which characteristics predict the long-term performance and persistence of irrigation systems? This question has been challenging to answer due to the lack of longitudinal data. Numerous…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Lutjanus synagris (Linnaeus 1758) age-based life history using a multi-model inference approach for growth in the southern Gulf of Mexico
by Isabel Cervantes-Camacho, Ximena Renán, Gabriela Galindo-Cortes, Teresa Colás-Marrufo, Virginia Noh-Quiñones, Thierry Brulé Lane snapper Lutjanus synagris is an important species that supports both commercial and…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Does financial literacy matter for firms? An empirical investigation on Sri Lankan SMEs
by Geesara Kasthuri Arachchi, Ishan Perera, Chathurya Gamage, Shehara Wijesinghe, Krishantha Wisenthige, Nirmani Dayapathirana Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are vital to economic growth and job creation, especially…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Qualitative investigation of skills and knowledge required for job readiness in newly graduated speech-language pathologists
by Madhawi K. Altaib, Aseel Alkadhi, Ghada T.A. Najmaldeen, Lamya Aldukair This study explores the critical skills and knowledge that new speech and language pathologists (SLPs) must acquire to transition successfully…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Continuation of beta-blockers during prolonged dobutamine infusion in heart transplant–prioritised patients: A competing-risk analysis
by Joao Manoel Rossi Neto, Victor Bemfica de Mello Mattos, Airton Salviano Sousa Junior, Marco Aurelio Finger, Raphael Machado Rossi, Plinio Jose Whitaker Wolf, Carlo Bonasso Filho, Flavia Potsch Camara Mattos Girard…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
A rhombus–keyhole shaped circularly polarized dual-band implantable antenna with low SAR compliance
by Nagarajan Vasugi, Madurakavi Karthikeyan A compact dual-resonance implantable antenna with circular polarization (CP) has been proposed in this paper for bio telemetry applications. The antenna, with dimensions of 9 ×…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
The future of births via medically assisted reproduction in Italy:Scenarios to 2050
by Alessandra Burgio, Cinzia Castagnaro, Gustavo De Santis, Daniele Vignoli, Agnese Vitali Delayed childbearing is increasingly common in high-income societies, contributing to rising demand for medically assisted…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Maternal alcohol exposure and atopic dermatitis in offspring: A scoping review protocol
by Priyanka Renita D’Souza, Princia Rolita D’Souza Maternal alcohol use is a modifiable, yet significant public health concern, causing fetal alcohol syndrome and neurodevelopmental disorders. Research has predominantly…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Investigation on dynamic characteristics of herringbone planetary gear transmission system with staggered tooth phase
by Shaoshuai Hou, Haichao Ye, Derong Zhu, Shijie Zhang, Jingjing Li, Ming Xia, Sicheng He Vibration and noise are critical indicators that directly affect the transmission characteristics of planetary gearboxes…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Highly sensitive refractive index sensor based on asymmetric spectral response of TiO2 high-contrast grating under LED illumination
by Yua Okano, Yuusuke Takashima, Masanobu Haraguchi, Yoshiki Naoi A highly sensitive intensity-interrogation refractive index (RI) sensor with a light-emitting diode (LED) was experimentally implemented via spectrally…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Modelled climatic suitability contraction and high-altitude persistence: Projected mid-century distribution dynamics of Ophiocordyceps sinensis across the Tibetan Plateau under a selected climate scenario
by Qiuyang Wei, Yuanchuan He, Shijiang Chen Ophiocordyceps sinensis, a vulnerable fungal resource endemic to the Tibetan Plateau, faces climatically driven habitat degradation under ongoing climate change. Existing…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Limited diagnostic utility of albumin-corrected calcium in the intensive care unit: A prospective comparison with ionised calcium
by Erdoğan Özdemir, Turgay Yılmaz, Deccane Düzenci Background Albumin-adjusted calcium is widely used despite uncertainty about its accuracy in critically ill adults. We prospectively evaluated the diagnostic performance…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
The impact of mixed-anonymity on brainstorming performance: Evidence from field experiments
by Theresa Wöllner, Tim G. Schweisfurth, Alexander Brem Generating innovative and valuable ideas is essential for organizational competitiveness, and structured ideation formats are widely used to support creativity and…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Sustainable hydrogel from biowaste: Synthesis and characterization of pectin and starch-based hydrogels derived from fruit peel
by Aneesa Rasheed Anwar, Roudha Sultan Almarri, Munawwar Ali Khan, Pramod Kumbhar Arid regions such as the United Arab Emirates face persistent challenges in agricultural productivity due to water scarcity, poor soil…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Penalization method to convert Bayesian optimization methods into batch multi-objective Bayesian optimization methods
by Adelle Holder, Henry DeBruin, Jesse M. Sestito Bayesian optimization is a surrogate-based global optimization method that is increasingly being used for engineering design. However, most methods are designed to be…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Immediate effects of sitting position on cervical and trunk posture, perceived discomfort, and RULA-based ergonomic risk during smartphone gaming: A randomized within-subject study
by Patcharin Nilmart, Wantanee Yodchaisarn, Natdanai Vajidee, Nounchanok Tansakul, Wirada Sramongkhol, Sasisom Leangsakul Objective This study investigated the immediate effects of three sitting positions, including…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Prediction of factors contributing to Pain Intensity among low back pain patients: A comparative machine learning frameworks (Random Forest versus XGBoost)
by Maaidah M. Algamdi, Ali H. Alghamdi Background Predicting pain intensity in patients with low back pain (LBP) remains a complex task due to the biopsychosocial nature of pain. Pain intensity is shaped by multifaceted…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
New psychology research reveals the “Goldilocks rule” of online dating profiles
A new study explores the psychology of the dating profile bio. Researchers found that sharing a moderate amount of personal information strikes the perfect balance, signaling openness to commitment without overwhelming…
ResearchJul 21, 2026
Understudied dogs may reshape what science knows about canine behavior
Dogs are humans' best friends in many places across the globe. But does a dog in New York City respond in the same way as a dog in Kyoto or Buenos Aires?
ResearchJul 21, 2026
NoAIphobia: The surprising new anxiety linked to AI use on college campuses
New research reveals that college students face a psychological dilemma when using artificial intelligence. Driven by a fear of falling behind, students experience deep anxiety without the tools, while simultaneously…