In AIP Advances, by AIP Publishing, researchers from Chongqing Jiaotong University and Chongqing No. 7 Middle School compared the performance of three helmet materials under the most common types of impact and loading conditions. Though participation in sports can have positive impacts both physiologically and socially, extreme sports come with elevated risks. Researchers used computational simulations to run material comparisons for helmets made of strong plastic Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), fiberglass alloys, and aluminum composites. The findings are valuable for all extreme sports, but Wang notes the importance of customizing helmet properties to their intended activity, as the effect of an impact depends on its interaction with gravity, the potential for a rebound, and more.

BUFFALO, NY — July 15, 2025 — A new research paper was published in Aging (Aging-US) Volume 17, Issue 6, on June 5, 2025, titled “Senescence caused by telomerase inactivation in myeloid, mesenchymal, and endothelial cells has distinct effects on cancer progression.”

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is committed to driving cutting-edge research that creates societal impact and technological advancement. Prof. YANG Hongxia, Executive Director of the PolyU Academy for Artificial Intelligence, Associate Dean (Global Engagement) of the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, and Professor of the Department of Computing, has received funding from the Theme-based Research Scheme 2025/26 under the Research Grants Council for her pioneering project, “Collaborative Generative AI (Co-GenAI)”.

Advances in blood stem cell transplants can now allow far more patients with blood cancers to receive lifesaving treatment, a study shows.

Researchers have developed a compact, affordable intraoral device that integrates diagnostic imaging and photodynamic therapy to detect and treat early-stage oral cancer. Designed for use in low-resource settings, the handheld tool uses fluorescence imaging to identify lesions and delivers targeted light therapy to destroy cancerous tissue. Preclinical studies in tissue models and mice demonstrated effective tumor reduction and capability for treatment monitoring. This innovation could significantly improve access to timely oral cancer care in regions with limited medical infrastructure.

A new international research project featuring faculty at Binghamton University, State University of New York reveals that people in the Middle Ages weren’t cooped up in castles, wallowing in superstition. They were developing health practices based on the best knowledge they had at the time – some of which mirror modern wellness trends.