30-Jun-2026 Novel bioengineered peptide may offer a regenerative solution for dentin hypersensitivity Editorial Office of West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University Dentin hypersensitivity affects millions of people worldwide, yet existing treatments often provide only temporary relief. Seeking a more durable solution, researchers from Sichuan University developed a novel self-assembling peptide designed to mimic the functions of natural dentin proteins. By combining peptide engineering with biomimetic mineralization, the team investigated whether this innovative approach could support dentin regeneration and address the underlying structural damage associated with dentin hypersensitivity, opening new possibilities for regenerative dental care. Journal International Journal of Oral Science Funder National Natural Science Foundation of China, Sichuan Science and Technology Program
30-Jun-2026 Retrofitting diesel buses instead of replacing them Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) An Empa study shows that retrofitting existing diesel buses for electric operation would allow the entire European bus fleet to be electrified about 15 years earlier. This would benefit not only the environment but also bus operators. With the cost savings, they could expand public transportation services – without a significant need for additional infrastructure. Journal Environmental Research
30-Jun-2026 Policy as code: formal analysis of SELinux via semantic execution Higher Education Press Sub-headline: Zhejiang University researchers introduce K-SELinux, leveraging the K framework to automate the verification of complex security policies Journal Frontiers of Computer Science
29-Jun-2026 Awakening dark knowledge: addressing capacity mismatch in distillation Higher Education Press Sub-headline: Nanjing University researchers explore dark knowledge mechanisms to tackle the teacher-student capacity gap. Journal Frontiers of Computer Science
29-Jun-2026 Rice-grown chaga reveals genes behind valuable triterpenoids Maximum Academic Press A research team has uncovered candidate genes that may help explain how the medicinal fungus Inonotus obliquus, commonly known as Chaga mushroom, produces triterpenoids—bioactive compounds valued for their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antitumor potential. Journal Panfungi
29-Jun-2026 Microwave-made coal carbon captures CO₂ efficiently Maximum Academic Press A research team has developed a rapid microwave-assisted route to turn Ningdong coal into nitrogen/oxygen co-doped ultramicroporous activated carbon for efficient carbon dioxide (CO₂) capture. Journal Sustainable Carbon Materials
29-Jun-2026 Temperature tunes plastic waste upcycling Maximum Academic Press A research team has shown that temperature can be used as a control switch in the catalytic pyrolysis of waste plastic mulch film, determining both the value of the resulting oil products and the durability of the catalyst. Journal Sustainable Carbon Materials
29-Jun-2026 Weathered microplastics selectively capture organic matter in water Maximum Academic Press A research team has shown that microplastics do not interact with dissolved organic matter in a uniform way: their polymer type, environmental aging history, and the chemical composition of surrounding organic matter jointly determine how much organic matter attaches to their surfaces and which fractions are selectively retained. Journal Environmental and Biogeochemical Processes
29-Jun-2026 Modified gengnianchun formula outperforms androgens in treating chronic stress-induced diminished ovarian reserve Xia & He Publishing Inc. Chronic stress-induced hypercortisolism causes diminished ovarian reserve (DOR), contributing to infertility and miscarriage. Androgen supplementation is an emerging therapeutic approach for DOR. The traditional Chinese herbal decoction modified Gengnianchun formula (MGNC) has shown clinical efficacy in treating DOR. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of MGNC with that of androgens in a stress-induced DOR mouse model. Journal Future Integrative Medicine
29-Jun-2026 Integrated management of cortisol: A multidimensional perspective Xia & He Publishing Inc. Cortisol dysregulation drives metabolic, psychiatric, and inflammatory disorders. This review synthesizes evidence on integrative strategies—nutrition, sleep, exercise, mind-body therapies, and adaptogens (Withania somnifera, Rhodiola, Panax)—that restore HPA balance. Complementary modalities (acupuncture) show adjunctive benefit. An integrated model combining biomedical, lifestyle, and traditional approaches offers evidence-based pathways for stress-related disease management. Journal Future Integrative Medicine
