This study found interesting, complex and important interactive effects among meteorological factors and ambient air pollutants on influenza incidences in Huaian, China.

A new Genomic Press Interview explores how Professor Gerhard Andersson revolutionized psychological treatment delivery worldwide through internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy. The Swedish researcher, with over 900 publications and recognition as his country's most cited psychologist, discusses transforming a student's "crazy idea" about online headache treatment into evidence-based digital interventions now integrated into routine healthcare. His work demonstrates that therapist-guided online treatments match traditional therapy effectiveness while dramatically expanding access to mental health services globally.

A viewpoint article published in Brain Medicine examines the remarkable vitality of Dr. Seymour Reichlin at 101 years old. Written by Dr. Esther Sternberg from the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, the tribute identifies key elements supporting exceptional longevity including rich intergenerational relationships, enduring curiosity, and maintaining purpose through scientific pursuit. The piece appears in a special Festschrift issue celebrating Dr. Reichlin's 100th birthday.

A new Genomic Press Interview explores how Dr Oliver Pain bridges statistical and functional genomics to revolutionize psychiatric medicine globally. The Sir Henry Wellcome Postdoctoral Fellow at King's College London developed GenoPred, making complex polygenic scoring methodologies accessible to researchers worldwide. He contributed post-GWAS analyses to the largest major depression study, focusing on integrating functional genomic annotations to identify high confidence genes. He recently published a method that leverages GWAS from multiple populations to improve polygenic prediction in under-represented groups, exemplifying his commitment to equitable genomic medicine that transcends traditional geographical and ancestry barriers.

From Japan to the world—scientific innovation and collaboration aimed at solving global challenges will take center stage at the Science Summit, held alongside the 80th United Nations General Assembly from September 9 to 26, 2025. In response to a call from the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST), eight Japanese institutions will present six official programs at the summit. These sessions will feature a diverse range of speakers—from PhD students and university presidents to medical professionals, scientists, and engineers—addressing topics such as food and water security, rare and common diseases, inclusive education, and research ethics.

A global research consortium of over 100 study groups in more than 65 countries has launched the Global RETFound initiative, a collaborative effort to develop the first globally representative Artificial Intelligence (AI) foundation model in medicine, using 100 million eye images.

Researchers in China have developed a novel, low-cost catalyst that efficiently removes antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB) from aquaculture wastewater, offering a potential new solution to one of today’s most pressing environmental and public health challenges.