Researchers at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), in collaboration with partners from the Holland Hybrid Heart consortium, have achieved a significant milestone in the development of a soft robotic heart designed to integrate seamlessly with the human body. The team's findings, recently published in Nature Communications , detail the successful operation of an early prototype capable
Nijmegen, Netherlands — June 2025 — A recent study conducted by researchers at Radboud University has revealed widespread misuse of personal data by global tech companies Meta (formerly Facebook) and Yandex, the Russian technology conglomerate. The investigation focused on the deployment of website tracking scripts and the extent to which these third parties gain access to sensitive user dat
Jyväskylä, Finland — June 2025 — A longitudinal study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä has revealed a significant correlation between central adiposity—excess fat accumulation around the abdomen—and the development of urinary incontinence (UI) in middle-aged women. The findings, which emerged from the Estrogenic Regulation of Muscle Apoptosis (ERMA) and EsmiRs studies, underscore the
Stockholm, Sweden – June 2025 — In a groundbreaking study published in the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution , researchers from Stockholm University have uncovered how genetic diversity within a species influences its ability to adapt to a warming climate. The study, which used yeast as a model organism, sheds light on fundamental evolutionary dynamics with broad implications for
Dortmund, Germany – May 2025 — Researchers at TU Dortmund University, in collaboration with colleagues from the University of Paderborn and the University of Nottingham, have pioneered a novel optical method capable of detecting exceptionally minute atomic displacements within crystalline solids. This breakthrough, recently published in Nature Materials , represents a significant advan
A large-scale international study led by researchers at the University of Bonn has identified specific root traits that contribute significantly to drought tolerance in maize. The research, which examined over 9,000 maize varieties, highlights the central role of root system architecture in enabling crops to withstand water scarcity—a finding with broad implications for agricultural adaptation in
A comprehensive international study, recently published in Nature , reveals that climate change is causing rapid and significant alterations in Arctic vegetation. Researchers from the University of Gothenburg, among others, have found substantial local variations in which plant species are favored or disadvantaged due to these environmental changes. Göteborgs-Posten+7Syre+7Götebor
Eindhoven, May 2025 — Researchers at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) are pioneering the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in intensive care units (ICUs), aiming to enhance patient outcomes and streamline clinical decision-making processes. This initiative is part of a broader effort to integrate advanced technologies into critical care settings. The research focuses on de
A recent study from Radboud University critically examines how major technology companies, including Google, Apple, Amazon, and Microsoft, position themselves as central figures in addressing the climate crisis, despite ongoing scrutiny regarding their environmental footprints Conducted by culture scholar Rianne Riemens, the research delves into the marketing strategies and public communications o
Researchers at the University of Cologne have demonstrated, for the first time, a physical observation of Crossed Andreev Reflection (CAR) in nanoscale structures composed of topological insulators and superconductors. This discovery marks a critical advancement in the field of topological quantum computing by confirming a key quantum transport mechanism that had previously only been t
Recent findings by immunologists at the University of Cologne reveal that mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines not only induce an effective antibody response but also trigger long-term modifications in the innate immune system. The study sheds light on the enduring effects of mRNA vaccination, highlighting its potential to influence immune memory well beyond the acute phase of immunization. Epigenetic Rep
Researchers from the University of Göttingen, in collaboration with the University of Tübingen and the Bernstein Center for Computational Neuroscience, have developed an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) framework that significantly enhances our understanding of the brain’s visual processing mechanisms. This novel approach integrates deep neural networks (DNNs) with neurobiological data to sim
