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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 30-Apr-2025 15:08 ET (30-Apr-2025 19:08 GMT/UTC)

30-Apr-2025

Ecological Society of America announces 2025 Fellows

Ecological Society of America
Grant and Award Announcement

The Ecological Society of America is pleased to announce its 2025 Fellows. ESA’s fellowship program recognizes the many ways in which its members contribute to ecological research, communication, education, management and policy.

30-Apr-2025

Research collaboration charts global four-stage evolution of inflammatory bowel disease

University of Calgary
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Researchers with the University of Calgary and the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) led an international collaboration that found inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) progresses through four predictable epidemiological stages as it spreads globally. Published in Nature, the study forecasts a major rise in IBD prevalence in Canada by 2045. Researchers say pinpointing where each region sits on the trajectory gives health-care systems a clear roadmap to prepare for IBD’s growing burden and tailor interventions—whether clinical, policy driven, or preventive today and in the decades to follow.

Journal: Nature
Funder: Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust, Canadian Institutes of Health Research, International Organization for the study Inflammatory Bowel Disease

29-Apr-2025

Heinz College announces collaboration with the National University of Singapore and FriendsLearn to promote research & development activities on digital therapeutics

National University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
Business Announcement

The Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy will work with the National University of Singapore (NUS) Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUS Medicine) and School of Computing (NUS Computing), and with the firm FriendsLearn, to promote joint research and development activities of mutual interest. The research will use artificial intelligence (AI) in precision prevention of disease via innovative digital therapeutic solutions such as digital vaccines.

29-Apr-2025

Towards a FAIR database for molecular simulations

Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB Barcelona)
Peer-Reviewed Publication

More than 100 experts in molecular simulation, coordinated by IRB Barcelona, have published an article in Nature Methods advocating for a paradigm shift in molecular dynamics data management. The article defends the implementation of the FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) to improve the reproducibility of calculations and facilitate their later use as a source of information on the flexibility of biomacromolecules. Led by Drs. Modesto Orozco and Adam Hospital, the article proposes the establishment of a shared infrastructure for storing and reusing data in the context of the AI revolution.

Journal: Nature Methods

29-Apr-2025

Surviving cancer, still suffering: Survey reveals gaps in follow‑up care

Northwestern University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

More Americans are beating cancer than ever, yet many still grapple with treatment’s long shadow — especially on their mental health.

A new Northwestern Medicine study found most head-and-neck cancer survivors who underwent radiation don’t know about “survivorship care,” even as many grapple with side effects such as lingering dry mouth, swallowing problems and psychological distress.

Journal: Supportive Care in Cancer
Funder: NIH/National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS)

29-Apr-2025

Horizon Europe funded Project DeCrises launches at the University of Jyväskylä to support sustainable transition in times of crises with democratic innovation

Pensoft Publishers
Business Announcement

The Horizon Europe-funded project DeCrises officially launched in April 2025 at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, bringing together a powerhouse consortium of researchers and institutions committed to navigating Europe’s twin transitions in the context of complex socio-economic crises.

29-Apr-2025

Frugality, not facts, is the secret ingredient in shaping sustainable diets, a new study suggests

University of Portsmouth
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A new UK study, published in Food and Humanity Journal, suggests that facts about human health, climate change and environmental impact may not be enough to change the way we eat.

Instead, it’s our personal values -especially the old-fashioned virtue of frugality - that are more likely to inspire sustainable food choices.

Journal: Food and Humanity