23-Jun-2025 Shriners Children’s St. Louis utilizing new scoliosis treatment to help patients recover faster Shriners Hospitals for Children St. Louis, Mo. (June 23, 2025) Scoliosis is a relatively common orthopedic condition that affects anywhere from 6 to 9 million kids across the United States. In the last three years, Shriners Children’s St. Louis has seen 203 patients who needed surgical correction for scoliosis. As leaders in scoliosis treatments, the nonprofit healthcare system is now offering an innovative new treatment to help kids avoid intensive spinal fusion surgery and get back to living their lives sooner.
23-Jun-2025 Extreme heat and wildfire smoke is a risky combination, new study finds University of British Columbia With wildfires blazing and temperature records being broken, many people could experience smoky air alongside soaring heat this summer—and the combined effects could be uniquely hazardous to human health. Researchers examined more than 21,000 deaths outside of healthcare settings in the Greater Vancouver area during 13 wildfire seasons between 2010 and 2022. They found that the risk of death spikes when people are exposed to both elevated levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from wildfire smoke and temperatures above 26 C. Journal npj Clean Air
23-Jun-2025 ETRI develops AI technology for early screening of autism spectrum disorder National Research Council of Science & Technology ETRI researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) technique for the early screening of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The technology is designed to detect early signs of ASD in children more quickly, which could expand opportunities for early screening and intervention and greatly improve accessibility. Funder Ministry of Science and ICT
23-Jun-2025 A Fond Farewell National Center for Supercomputing Applications The National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) has long been a flagship for research computing. As one of the founding members of the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) ecosystem of high-performance computing resources, NCSA has an important role in the success of research projects nationwide. The Center has been fortunate to have had strong and inspirational guidance over the years, including current Director Bill Gropp. After eight impressive years as NCSA’s Director, Gropp is announcing his retirement.
23-Jun-2025 UC experts share Griffin Warrior discoveries with America University of Cincinnati University of Cincinnati researchers Sharon Stocker and Jack Davis reflect on their archaeological discoveries in ancient Greece on the eve of an exhibition highlighting their work at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles. “The Kingdom of Pylos: Warrior Princes of Ancient Greece" opens June 27.
23-Jun-2025 Sydney rocketry students crowned as world champions University of Sydney The USYD Rocketry Team has beaten more than 150 international teams to win the world’s largest University rocket engineering competition.
20-Jun-2025 Brains, behavior & breakthroughs Georgia State University How an interdisciplinary vision at Georgia State became a thriving hub for neuroscience research, mentorship and innovation.
20-Jun-2025 Researchers developing AI-powered drones to protect peanut farms Kennesaw State University Feral hogs in Georgia cause an estimated $150 in agricultural damage each year. Supported by a $25,000 Georgia Peanut Commission grant, the one-year Night Owl project is a collaboration between Kennesaw State assistant professors Taeyeong Choi and Yan Fang, and University of Georgia agricultural economist Ford Ramsey is aimed to curb the losses with an autonomous drone system.
20-Jun-2025 Genetic testing uncover hidden causes of rare chromosomal disorders BGI Genomics Rare genetic disorders affect more than 300 million people worldwide, with children making up 70% of those impacted, according to EURORDIS. These conditions often go undiagnosed for years due to complex, varied symptoms. Today, genetic testing offers powerful insights into DNA, enabling accurate diagnoses, targeted care, and vital support.
20-Jun-2025 Solving mystery infections: Genetic testing reveals hidden pathogens BGI Genomics Mystery infections—persistent and unexplained illnesses—are a rising global health challenge, often delaying critical treatment as patients and clinicians search for answers. Today, advanced genetic testing technologies are transforming the landscape, rapidly identifying hidden pathogens and unlocking new pathways for accurate diagnosis and effective intervention.
