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		<title>Blood collection in Brazil becomes simpler and nearly painless</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Eduardo Paulo]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:23:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Blood collection in Brazil is entering a new era of modernization. The National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) has approved the Tasso device, an innovative technology designed to collect small capillary blood samples in a minimally invasive way, eliminating the need for traditional needles. With this authorization, Brazil becomes one of the first countries in Latin [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Blood collection in Brazil is entering a new era of modernization. The National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) has approved the Tasso device, an innovative technology designed to collect small capillary blood samples in a minimally invasive way, eliminating the need for traditional needles.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">With this authorization, Brazil becomes one of the first countries in Latin America to adopt this type of solution. The Tasso device operates quickly and simply: users apply it directly to the skin, usually on the arm or another recommended area, and its precise mechanism collects the required amount of blood.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>A Faster and More Comfortable Alternative to Traditional Blood Collection</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The procedure causes almost no pain and takes only a few minutes to complete, giving children, older adults, people with needle phobia (trypanophobia), and patients who need frequent blood tests a more comfortable option.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Beyond improving the patient experience, the technology can also benefit the healthcare system by reducing the need for conventional blood draws and lowering risks associated with venipuncture, including bruising, infections, and accidental needle injuries.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Its convenience may encourage more people to undergo regular health screenings, which are essential for the early detection and follow-up of conditions such as diabetes, anemia, thyroid disorders, and cancer therapies.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Expanding Access to Screening and Digital Healthcare Solutions</strong></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Researchers and healthcare professionals also highlight its potential to strengthen public health initiatives by making screening programs, disease surveillance, and telemedicine services more accessible. The technology integrates into existing healthcare workflows because laboratories can analyze Tasso-collected samples using standard testing methods.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The introduction of Tasso in Brazil reflects a global movement toward more patient-friendly and innovative diagnostic methods. Anvisa has already approved the device, and laboratories, clinics, and healthcare facilities are expected to introduce it gradually, making blood collection more efficient, accessible, and comfortable.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The approval represents another step toward healthcare solutions that prioritize patient comfort, safety, and quality of care.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Read the original article on:<a href="https://msconecta.com.br/noticia/15248/anvisa-aprova-tasso-coleta-de-sangue-no-brasil-fica-mais-simples-pratica-e-quase">msconecta</a></p>



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		<title>World&#8217;s first approval granted for an implant that restores age-related vision</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Valeriano Ndeyi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:06:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Science Corporation has become the first company to receive European approval for an implant that partially restores vision in people with age-related blindness. The CE mark allows the device to be marketed in the EU and UK. Called PRIMA, the implant is intended for patients with geographic atrophy, the advanced stage of dry age-related macular [&#8230;]</p>
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<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img decoding="async" width="800" height="600" src="https://scitke.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Design-sem-nome-16.jpg" alt="Science Corporation has become the first company to receive European approval for an implant that partially restores vision in people with age-related blindness. The CE mark allows the device to be marketed in the EU and UK." class="wp-image-42773" style="width:1200px;height:auto" title="World&#039;s first approval granted for an implant that restores age-related vision" srcset="https://scitke.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Design-sem-nome-16.jpg 800w, https://scitke.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Design-sem-nome-16-300x225.jpg 300w, https://scitke.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Design-sem-nome-16-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image Credits:(Science Corporation/Divulgação/Internet)</figcaption></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Science Corporation has become the first company to receive European approval for an implant that partially restores vision in people with age-related blindness. The CE mark allows the device to be marketed in the EU and UK.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Called PRIMA, the implant is intended for patients with geographic atrophy, the advanced stage of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). This irreversible condition affects about 8 million people worldwide, with current treatments only slowing progression rather than restoring vision.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How the Retinal Implant Works</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The pinhead-sized implant is placed under the retina and works with smart glasses that capture images and transmit them via invisible infrared light without affecting remaining vision.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The implant converts infrared signals into electrical impulses that activate surviving retinal cells, bypassing damaged photoreceptors unable to detect light.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The smart glasses are powered by energy harvested from incoming light, functioning similarly to solar panels. This self-powered design removes the need for an external power supply while enabling the implant to operate.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img decoding="async" src="https://classic.exame.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/implante2.webp" alt="Implante2" style="width:1200px;height:auto" title="World&#039;s first approval granted for an implant that restores age-related vision" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image Credits:Os óculos usados ​​em conjunto com o implante. (Science Corporation/Reprodução)</figcaption></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A small October clinical study found improved central vision in nearly 80% of participants, with average acuity improving from 20/200 to about 20/160.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Researchers noted that most adverse effects were linked to the implantation surgery rather than the device itself, with the majority resolving within two months after the procedure.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Despite the encouraging results, independent specialists advise against drawing firm conclusions too soon. Sunir Garg of Wills Eye Hospital called the technology &#8220;<em>impressive</em>&#8221; but said larger clinical trials and long-term safety data are needed before widespread use. He also noted it remains unclear whether the treatment benefits all patients or only certain groups.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Regulatory Approval Limited to Europe</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Science Corporation has received CE marking, allowing the PRIMA implant to be marketed in the EU and UK. In the U.S., it has FDA &#8220;<em>Breakthrough Device&#8221; and &#8220;Humanitarian Use Device</em>&#8221; designations, which expedite review but do not authorize commercial sale.<br></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">According to Science Corporation executive Darius Shahida, the company has already identified treatment centers and trained ophthalmic surgeons in Germany. The first commercial implantations are expected to begin in Germany and the United Kingdom later this year.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Science Corporation is also testing the PRIMA implant for other retinal disorders, including Stargardt disease, which affects the macula. No plans involving Brazil have been announced so far.</p>



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		<title>OpenAI introduces Codex Micro, its latest AI coding hardware</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jorge Paka]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:36:28 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT—which sparked widespread excitement, concern, and curiosity after its 2023 debut—has introduced its first hardware product: the Codex Micro, a US$230 mini keyboard designed to improve the workflow of developers using Codex, its AI-powered coding assistant. Developed in partnership with keyboard manufacturer Work Louder, the Codex Micro is available through OpenAI’s [&#8230;]</p>
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<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="800" height="600" src="https://scitke.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Design-sem-nome-13.jpg" alt="design sem nome" class="wp-image-42762" style="width:1200px;height:auto" title="OpenAI introduces Codex Micro, its latest AI coding hardware" srcset="https://scitke.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Design-sem-nome-13.jpg 800w, https://scitke.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Design-sem-nome-13-300x225.jpg 300w, https://scitke.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Design-sem-nome-13-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image Credits:OpenAI&#8217;s Codex Micro keyboard has just 13 mechanical switches<br>OpenAI</figcaption></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT—which sparked widespread excitement, concern, and curiosity after its 2023 debut—has introduced its first hardware product: the Codex Micro, a US$230 mini keyboard designed to improve the workflow of developers using Codex, its AI-powered coding assistant.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Developed in partnership with keyboard manufacturer Work Louder, the Codex Micro is available through OpenAI’s Supply Co. store. It is a compact 13-key programmable macro pad designed to sit beside a standard keyboard. OpenAI describes it as a “command center for agentic work,” built to help users manage multiple AI coding agents simultaneously.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Agent Keys Simplify Multi-Agent Coding</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The device includes six translucent Agent Keys, each of which can be assigned to a separate Codex conversation. Pressing one opens the linked chat, while RGB lighting shows the AI agent’s status: idle, processing, waiting, completed, or error. This enables users to monitor several coding sessions at a glance without switching between chat windows.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The six Command Keys handle tasks like starting chats, approving requests, sending prompts, and push-to-talk. They can be customized with Codex functions, while voice input relies on the computer’s microphone.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" src="https://assets.newatlas.com/dims4/default/537711a/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1030x1042+0+0/resize/1200x1214!/format/webp/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnewatlas-brightspot.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com%2F8a%2F67%2F605d9bf34608b22fe65bdabc63eb%2Fimage-14.jpeg" alt="?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnewatlas Brightspot.s3.ap Southeast 2.amazonaws.com%2F8a%2F67%2F605d9bf34608b22fe65bdabc63eb%2Fimage 14" title="OpenAI introduces Codex Micro, its latest AI coding hardware" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image Credits:A small joystick is included<br>OpenAI</figcaption></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Codex Micro includes a joystick for launching Codex Skills and automating tasks like debugging and code reviews, plus a rotary dial to adjust AI reasoning levels. These controls simplify workflows and help developers manage multiple AI agents efficiently.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Connectivity and Premium Hardware Design</strong></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The device supports both Bluetooth and USB-C connectivity and is compatible with macOS and Windows systems. It combines CNC-machined aluminum, polycarbonate, and durable keycaps, with clicky or silent switch options.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Although marketed as OpenAI’s first hardware product, the Codex Micro is based on Work Louder’s existing Creator Micro 2. It keeps the same 13 keys, encoder, joystick, and touch sensor, with controls remapped for Codex.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">OpenAI had teased a mysterious screenless device with former Apple designer Jony Ive, widely expected to be its first hardware product. However, that project appears to have faced setbacks. Before the Codex Micro launch, Apple sued OpenAI, accusing it of using trade secrets and recruiting former employees for confidential information.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Even so, the Codex Micro could be a suitable first hardware release for OpenAI, given Codex’s growing importance within the company’s strategy. In June, OpenAI announced that Codex had reached more than 5 million weekly active users, marking a sixfold increase since February. The device also attracted strong demand, selling out within 24 hours of its launch.</p>



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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jorge Paka]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:50:10 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>During a trial at Longcheer Technology&#8217;s manufacturing facility in Nanchang, China, Agibot&#8217;s G2 humanoid robots processed more than 3,000 tablets over nearly 10 hours. The test was broadcast live continuously for six days. Agibot reported that the robots maintained a 99.99% success rate throughout the demonstration. Their tasks included inspecting, positioning, and separating tablets as [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">During a trial at Longcheer Technology&#8217;s manufacturing facility in Nanchang, China, Agibot&#8217;s G2 humanoid robots processed more than 3,000 tablets over nearly 10 hours. The test was broadcast live continuously for six days.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Agibot reported that the robots maintained a 99.99% success rate throughout the demonstration. Their tasks included inspecting, positioning, and separating tablets as they moved along the production line.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">G2 Robots Demonstrate High-Speed Tablet Sorting</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">During the sorting stage of the trial, the G2 humanoid robots separated more than 800 tablets in only three hours. Throughout the six-day live demonstration, the robots operated for over 64 hours in total.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Agibot reported that the robots completed 64,828 tasks during the test, contributing to the production of 17,625 tablets over the course of the demonstration.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The robots can safely handle delicate electronic components thanks to sensors that detect forces as small as 0.5 newtons, providing the precision needed to prevent damage during assembly.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Their artificial intelligence is powered by NVIDIA&#8217;s Jetson Thor platform, which can perform up to 2.07 trillion operations per second.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">However, the performance figures reported by Agibot have not been independently verified, meaning the published results are based solely on the company&#8217;s own data.</p>



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		<title>German firm unveils 100+ qubit diamond quantum processors</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marcílio Santos]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:35:19 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>German quantum technology company SAXON Q has developed a powerful quantum computer that operates without the need for specialized laboratories or large cryogenic cooling systems. On July 21, the company commercially launched its SXQ128 and SXQ512 systems, offering 128 and 512 qubits, respectively. These are the first quantum computers using diamond nitrogen-vacancy (NV) center technology [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">German quantum technology company SAXON Q has developed a powerful quantum computer that operates without the need for specialized laboratories or large cryogenic cooling systems.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">On July 21, the company commercially launched its SXQ128 and SXQ512 systems, offering 128 and 512 qubits, respectively. These are the first quantum computers using diamond nitrogen-vacancy (NV) center technology to surpass the 10-qubit threshold.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The new 100+ qubit systems support demanding applications such as quantum convolutional neural networks (QCNNs), advanced materials research, variational algorithms, and quantum chemistry simulations.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>SAXON Q Solves Quantum Manufacturing Challenge</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">SAXON Q CEO Marius Grundmann said the key challenge in NV-center quantum computing is precisely manufacturing practical qubits. He said the company has now overcome that obstacle.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Grundmann added that the SXQ128 and SXQ512 operate like conventional computers, delivering reliable, continuous performance without requiring a team of specialists for maintenance.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Unlike most quantum computers, SAXON Q’s systems operate at room temperature using microscopic defects in synthetic <a href="https://interestingengineering.com/science/scientists-build-first-cyclic-quantum-heat-engine">diamonds </a>instead of cryogenic cooling.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">These <a href="https://www.nature.com/nature-index/topics/l4/nitrogen-vacancy-centers-in-diamond-systems">nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers</a> let quantum processors control electron and nuclear spins without liquid helium cooling or high-vacuum conditions.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>SAXON Q Boosts Diamond Qubit Manufacturing Efficiency</strong></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Producing diamond-based quantum processors has traditionally been highly inefficient, with industry manufacturing yields typically ranging from only 1% to 10%. SAXON Q’s sulfur co-implantation technique boosts qubit production efficiency above 85%, enabling reliable high-density fabrication.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The system achieves up to 99.92% fidelity, with fewer than one error per 1,000 operations, while maintaining long-lasting quantum coherence for complex applications.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">SAXON Q is positioning its quantum systems as practical solutions for real-world applications. The machines fit into standard server racks and run on normal power requirements, without needing specialized cooling or environmental infrastructure.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Additionally, the technology offers six to ten times greater <a href="https://interestingengineering.com/science/quantum-computers-secret-power">energy</a> efficiency than power-intensive GPU clusters performing similar computational tasks.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">SAXON Q’s multi-core operating system enables its quantum hardware to provide eight fully entangled qubits per core in the SXQ128 model and 16 per core in the SXQ512 version.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The platform scales, allowing organizations to start small and expand quantum computing capacity as needs grow.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The SXQ128 targets near-term quantum applications, while the SXQ512 adds modules and higher per-core performance. This increased capability allows it to support more complex scientific research and demanding industrial applications.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>SAXON Q Systems Advance Real-World Industrial Applications</strong></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Previous generations of SAXON Q’s systems have already been installed at organizations including the German Aerospace Center and Fraunhofer IWU. Fraunhofer IWU’s SAXON Q system has operated continuously at room temperature since June 2025, supporting industrial optimization and exceeding fidelity targets.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The technology is backed by 220+ patents, supporting future 10,000-qubit systems and chip-scale quantum coprocessors.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Both models are now available for purchase. The SXQ128 will ship within three months, while the SXQ512 will begin deliveries in Q2 2027.</p>



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		<title>MIT scientists created lab-grown artificial blood vessels using magnets</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ngoma Manuel]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:17:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Scientists hope to one day replace damaged body parts with lab-made alternatives, but recreating complex tissues and organs remains challenging. Blood vessel networks are particularly difficult to reproduce because tiny capillaries can be microscopic, with some measuring just 0.005 millimeters wide and allowing blood cells to pass through one at a time. MIT Creates More [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Scientists hope to one day replace damaged body parts with lab-made alternatives, but recreating complex tissues and organs remains challenging. Blood vessel networks are particularly difficult to reproduce because tiny capillaries can be microscopic, with some measuring just 0.005 millimeters wide and allowing blood cells to pass through one at a time.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>MIT Creates More Precise Artificial Blood Vessels</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A team of MIT researchers has published a study in <em>PNAS</em> describing a new method for creating artificial blood vessels in the lab with improved accuracy. Developing functional blood vessels is essential for engineered tissues and organs because capillaries deliver oxygen and nutrients through the body.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The new technique uses magnetic forces to carefully guide and align blood vessel cells as they grow.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">According to MIT mechanical engineer Ritu Raman, current methods cannot reliably create the organized vascular networks needed for healthy engineered tissues. She explained that controlling blood vessel development through physical signals could make it possible to produce larger, more consistent lab-grown tissues for implantation, helping restore body functions damaged by disease or injury.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The system uses a small chip containing lab-grown endothelial cells, which form the inner lining of blood vessels, embedded in a collagen gel — a key structural protein in the human body.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A tiny magnet inside the chip was manipulated by external magnets from different directions, allowing researchers to control the forces applied and guide the growth of new blood vessels.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Magnetic Control Guides Artificial Vessel Growth</strong></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The method builds on a technique the team previously developed for producing artificial muscles and nerves. By adjusting the strength of the magnetic force, scientists could regulate the size and number of newly formed vessels. Although still in the early prototype phase, the results show promising potential.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Raman explained that the key finding is that repeatedly stretching blood vessels appears to increase the growth of new capillaries. She added that mechanical forces influence how blood vessels develop, meaning scientists may now have a way to control their number, length, and direction.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The creation of new blood vessels, known as angiogenesis, has been difficult to replicate in the laboratory with enough accuracy. While researchers can already 3D-print vessels or grow them from individual cells in nutrient-rich dishes, these approaches still lack the level of control needed for more advanced tissue engineering.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Physical Cues Improve Control Over Blood Vessel Growth</strong></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Raman explained that chemical signals, such as growth factors, can influence blood vessel formation, but they do not offer enough precision to control where vessels develop. She noted that additional physical cues are needed to create tissues with properly organized vascular networks.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The researchers also studied the biological processes behind this effect by repeating the experiments with cells modified to lack the PIEZO1 gene. This gene regulates ion channels that act like cellular gateways, controlling the movement of substances in and out of cells and responding to mechanical forces. When PIEZO1 was inactive, fewer blood vessels formed, suggesting that these mechanically sensitive channels play a key role in vessel growth.</p>



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		<title>Scientists warn that oxygen levels in Earth’s waters are quietly declining</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jorge Paka]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:10:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Scientists from UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography warn that declining oxygen levels in oceans and freshwater systems could push Earth beyond a safe ecological limit, with some impacts lasting centuries. The review examines aquatic deoxygenation, the decline of oxygen in oceans and freshwater systems, and its effects on the nine Earth system processes [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Scientists from UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography warn that declining oxygen levels in oceans and freshwater systems could push Earth beyond a safe ecological limit, with some impacts lasting centuries.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The review examines aquatic deoxygenation, the decline of oxygen in oceans and freshwater systems, and its effects on the nine Earth system processes that maintain planetary stability.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Created in 2009, the Planetary Boundaries framework highlights critical environmental processes that help keep Earth stable and resilient. It also measures how human activities are driving these systems beyond their safe operating limits.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Aquatic Oxygen Loss as a Planetary Boundary</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The framework identifies nine planetary boundaries, including climate change, biodiversity loss, freshwater changes, pollution, ozone depletion, and biogeochemical disruptions. The researchers suggest that declining dissolved oxygen levels in aquatic environments should be added as an official planetary boundary.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Lead author Erica Ferrer said Earth’s stability depends on healthy, oxygen-rich aquatic ecosystems. The study highlights aquatic deoxygenation as a global threat linked to broader planetary challenges.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Human activities are the main drivers behind the decline of oxygen in aquatic environments, with climate warming, excessive nutrient runoff, and disruptions to the circulation and mixing of deep waters playing major roles.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As dissolved oxygen levels decrease, they can interfere with important biological and chemical processes that contribute to regulating Earth’s climate. Oxygen loss threatens aquatic ecosystems, affecting species from microbes to fish and sharks.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Deoxygenation Threatens Marine Mammal Survival</strong></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Even marine mammals that breathe air can be affected by deoxygenation. Low oxygen levels can alter prey availability, damage habitats, and disrupt food networks.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Ferrer and Lisa Levin, a Scripps biological oceanographer and the study’s senior author, developed the review after participating in COP25, the 2019 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Madrid.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">They hope the research will motivate scientists and decision-makers to address the loss of oxygen in aquatic systems as part of the broader global environmental crisis, considering it alongside climate change, pollution, biodiversity loss, and other human-driven pressures instead of viewing it as an isolated issue.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Ferrer said adding aquatic deoxygenation to the Planetary Boundaries framework would clarify its impact on Earth’s stability. She emphasized that reducing its impacts is essential for protecting biodiversity and helping maintain a stable climate.</p>



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		<title>Researchers Uncover Bacteria That Consume Uranium in an Old Soviet Mine</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:03:49 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>One of the world&#8217;s largest uranium mining operations, the Wismut GmbH Schlema-Alberoda mine in the former Soviet-controlled East Germany, left a lasting environmental burden after decades of extraction. However, scientists have discovered that the contaminated water filling the abandoned mine may contain a natural answer to the pollution problem. Microorganisms that have adapted to the [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">One of the world&#8217;s largest uranium mining operations, the Wismut GmbH Schlema-Alberoda mine in the former Soviet-controlled East Germany, left a lasting environmental burden after decades of extraction.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">However, scientists have discovered that the contaminated water filling the abandoned mine may contain a natural answer to the pollution problem. Microorganisms that have adapted to the harsh radioactive environment appear to be evolving ways to survive by interacting with uranium.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The mine ceased operations in 1990 following German reunification, after which extensive and expensive cleanup efforts began to reduce its environmental impact.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>A Radioactive Legacy Beneath the Abandoned Mine</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After its closure, groundwater flooded the underground tunnels, creating a reservoir of radioactive water that still requires continuous treatment to prevent contamination from spreading.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Uranium is naturally radioactive, and prolonged exposure—such as through drinking contaminated water—can pose serious health risks to humans, animals, and other forms of life, making effective remediation essential.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Despite the high uranium levels in the mine water, a thriving community of microbes has adapted to survive there. Researchers have recently found that, under specific conditions, these microorganisms can also help stabilize uranium.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.sciencealert.com/images/2026/07/PicMax-1536x1536.png" alt="PicMax 1536x1536" title="Researchers Uncover Bacteria That Consume Uranium in an Old Soviet Mine" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image Credits:An illustration representing the formation of different nanoparticles in the cell membranes of bacteria from mine water. (<a href="https://www.hzdr.de/db/Cms?pOid=78117&amp;pNid=99">HZDR/J. Raff/E. Krawczyk-Bärsch/edited with AI</a>)</figcaption></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A team of microbiologists and resource ecologists from Germany&#8217;s Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) and Spain&#8217;s University of Granada conducted the study, with their findings published in <em><a href="https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-026-72560-z">Nature Communications</a></em>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&#8220;<em>Our previous research showed that bacteria can metabolize dissolved uranium in water when glycerol is available as a food source</em>,&#8221; <a href="https://www.hzdr.de/db/Cms?pOid=78117&amp;pNid=99">said</a> HZDR microbiologist Evelyn Krawczyk-Bärsch.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Bacteria Transform Toxic Uranium into a Stable Form</strong></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&#8220;<em>This study is the first to demonstrate that bacteria fed with glycerol as a carbon source can transform toxic dissolved uranium into a stable chemical compound</em>.&#8221;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Krawczyk-Bärsch and her colleagues started their research using water samples taken from the entrance of the treatment facility at the Wismut GmbH Schlema-Alberoda mine.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&#8220;<em>We aimed to recreate the natural environment of the microbial community already present in the mine water, since at depths of around 2,000 meters, oxygen levels are typically extremely low or completely absent,</em>&#8221; explained HZDR microbiologist Antonio Newman-Portela.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">When the researchers exposed the bacteria to glycerol, they discovered that the microorganisms transformed uranium into a pentavalent form.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In this state, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pentavalent_uranyl_complexes">uranium has an uncommon</a> +5 <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxidation_state">oxidation level</a>, which alters the way it interacts with other elements and allows it to become more easily trapped in stable mineral structures.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A Rare Uranium State Reveals New Environmental Insights</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&#8220;<em>Uranium is typically found in either the +4 or +6 valence states. Although uranium with a +5 valence does exist, it is uncommon and usually appears only temporarily. Until now, it was considered an unstable oxidation state</em>,&#8221; <a href="https://www.hzdr.de/db/Cms?pOid=78117&amp;pNid=99">explained</a> Antonio Newman-Portela.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">With the bacteria present, the pentavalent uranium reacts with iron and oxygen, producing a compound known as FeU(V)O₄. Scientists had previously identified this material, but they have not yet given it a widely recognized common name.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">However, researchers were unaware that this compound could naturally form in the environment or that bacteria could play a role in its creation.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After 130 days, only about 5% of the uranium that was originally dissolved in the water samples remained, according to Newman-Portela.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The researchers found that the bacteria had not only absorbed uranium into their cell walls, but had also converted a significant amount of it into the rare pentavalent form. This made the uranium more likely to react with other elements and produce FeU(V)O₄, particularly after the samples were dried and exposed to oxygen.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Radioactive uranium pollution remains a worldwide environmental challenge.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A Global Challenge of Uranium Water Contamination</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In countries such as the United States, India, Canada, France, South Africa, and Australia, levels of uranium contamination in surface water and groundwater have occasionally surpassed the recommended limit of 0.03 milligrams per liter.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Could bacteria offer a natural approach to reducing this radioactive pollution?</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The authors note that &#8220;over the past 30 years, scientists have explored bioremediation as an affordable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional physicochemical water treatment methods.&#8221;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&#8220;<em>Field experiments using biological approaches have shown significant reductions in uranium levels while preventing the production of secondary waste sludge</em>.&#8221;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">These findings suggest that bacteria could become valuable partners in efforts to remove nuclear contamination, not only in Germany but potentially in affected regions around the world.</p>



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		<title>Japanese researchers develop AI that detects rare diseases from hand photos</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Evelina Jeremias]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:35:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Researchers at Kobe University in Japan have created an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can detect acromegaly, a rare hormonal disorder, using only photos of the back of a person&#8217;s hand and a clenched fist. By avoiding facial images, the system protects patient privacy while maintaining a high level of diagnostic accuracy. Acromegaly is a [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Researchers at Kobe University in Japan have created an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can detect acromegaly, a rare hormonal disorder, using only photos of the back of a person&#8217;s hand and a clenched fist. By avoiding facial images, the system protects patient privacy while maintaining a high level of diagnostic accuracy.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Acromegaly is a rare condition that typically develops during middle age due to excessive production of growth hormone. It causes enlarged hands and feet, noticeable facial changes, and abnormal growth of bones and internal organs. Since the disease progresses gradually over many years, early diagnosis is often challenging.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Delayed Diagnosis of Acromegaly Increases Health Risks</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If left untreated, acromegaly can lead to severe health complications and shorten life expectancy by around ten years. According to Kobe University endocrinologist Hidenori Fukuoka, the disease often goes undiagnosed for up to a decade because of its slow progression and rarity. Although researchers have explored AI-based diagnostic tools using photographs, he noted that medical professionals have not yet widely adopted them in clinical settings.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After reviewing earlier research, the team found that most AI systems depend on facial images to detect diseases, raising privacy concerns. To address this issue, they developed their approach using hand photographs instead.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">To protect patient privacy, the researchers chose to analyze hand images, as the hands are routinely examined alongside the face during medical evaluations and are often affected by acromegaly-related changes. Yuka Ohmachi, a postgraduate student at Kobe University, explained that focusing on the hands provided a safer alternative for diagnosis.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">To further improve data security, the team used only images of the back of the hand and clenched fists, excluding palm photos because unique palm patterns could potentially identify individuals. Researchers trained and evaluated the AI model using more than 11,000 images collected from 725 patients across 15 medical institutions in Japan.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>AI System Surpasses Specialists in Acromegaly Detection Accuracy</strong></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The findings, published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology &amp; Metabolism, showed that the AI system achieved excellent sensitivity and specificity when detecting acromegaly. In comparisons with human experts, the technology performed better than experienced endocrinologists who analyzed the same hand images.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Yuka Ohmachi said she was impressed by the system’s high diagnostic accuracy using only photos of the back of the hand and a closed fist. She highlighted that achieving strong results without relying on facial images makes the technology more practical and suitable for large-scale disease screening.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The researchers plan to expand the AI system to identify other conditions that produce visible changes in the hands, including rheumatoid arthritis, anemia, and digital clubbing. Ohmachi believes this achievement could open new possibilities for the use of AI in healthcare.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The team also stressed that the tool will assist doctors rather than replace them. Medical diagnosis still requires a combination of patient history, laboratory tests, and physical examinations.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">According to the researchers, the technology could help support medical professionals, minimize diagnostic mistakes, and enable earlier treatment. Fukuoka added that further development of the system could create a healthcare screening platform to identify possible hand-related disorders, connect patients with specialists, and help reduce gaps in medical access, especially in areas with fewer experts.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A group of researchers from Nankai University in China has introduced the world’s first biomimetic neuromorphic auditory interface, an innovative technology aimed at replicating the role of the auditory nerve. The breakthrough could transform approaches to treating sensorineural hearing loss resulting from damage to the inner ear—especially the cochlea—or injury to the auditory nerve, addressing several shortcomings of current cochlear implant technologies.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Brain-Inspired Interface Replicates Natural Hearing Process</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Inspired by the way the human ear and brain process sound, the new interface combines multiple stages of auditory perception within a single system. The device captures incoming sounds, processes and encodes them through brain-inspired neural mechanisms, determines their significance, and translates the information into bioelectrical signals that can interact with the nervous system.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Unlike traditional hearing devices that primarily detect sounds or speech, this technology is designed to analyze, filter, and interpret auditory information before sending it to the brain. By more closely replicating natural hearing processes, the system could mark a major shift in auditory rehabilitation—moving beyond simply restoring partial hearing toward the possibility of functionally rebuilding the sense of hearing itself.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Researchers reported that deaf rabbits implanted with the prototype regained sound perception and could distinguish auditory cues, suggesting the device created a complete artificial pathway for hearing and response.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Prototype Restores Hearing Responses in Deaf Rabbits</strong></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Researchers reported that deaf rabbits implanted with the prototype regained sound perception and could distinguish auditory cues, suggesting the device created a complete artificial pathway for hearing and response.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">According to the official, the technology may provide new hope for individuals who cannot benefit from traditional cochlear implants. The research team plans to conduct further studies to advance its path toward clinical use. They noted that if future trials validate the laboratory findings, the innovation could become one of the most significant breakthroughs in neuroengineering and hearing rehabilitation in recent years.</p>



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