Haruka Sasaki is researching how melatonin impacts asthma to create new treatments for life-threatening nocturnal attacks.
Blood pressure drug shown to treat triple-negative breast cancer in mice
A new study reveals that lacidipine, a common antihypertensive medication, slows tumor growth in triple-negative breast cancer.
Why exercising early in life is key to keeping muscles strong as we age
Study shows that starting exercise early helps condition cells to preserve motor neurons before age-related loss.
A bionic sensor “sniffs” out food freshness to cut down on waste
This visual sensor connects to your fridge and syncs with your smartphone, providing real-time updates to help reduce food waste.
New radar system to help protect first responders in smoky situations
SmokeNav combines an inertial sensor and millimeter-wave radar to enhance situational awareness for first responders in hazardous conditions.
New malaria test “listens” to cells to make diagnosis
A non-invasive test uses a combination of lasers and ultrasound to detect red blood cells infected with malaria parasites with acoustics.
Constantly touching our faces linked to memory and facial hair density
People all over the world touch their faces up to 800 times per day—researchers wanted to know why.
Liquid crystals bring a smoother switch between augmented and virtual reality
Temperature-sensitive materials seamlessly switch between VR and AR in headsets, paving the way for better extended reality experiences.
Turning banana peels and coconuts into clean energy
Researchers develop a device that generates clean energy from food waste, using banana peels and coconuts to power communities sustainably.
Scientists report airborne bacteria found in garbage may age our blood vessels
Pathogenic bioaerosols detected at household garbage collection sites may contribute to vascular aging with high chronic exposure.










