Hypergravity refers to environments where the force of gravity greatly exceeds what we experience on Earth.
Myofibroblasts generate fibrotic scars after spinal cord injury (SCI). This is typically regarded as an impediment to nerve regeneration. Understanding the heterogeneous characteristics of fibrotic scars might help to develop strategies for remodeling fibrotic scars after SCI. However, the composition, origin and function of fibrotic scars have been a subject of ongoing debate in the field.
A recent study led by Profs. Dai Jianwu and Zhao Yannan from the Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences employed a combination of lineage tracing and single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) to demonstrate the heterogeneous distribution, source, and function of meningeal fibroblasts and perivascular fibroblasts in fibrotic scars.
Their research is published in the journal Nature Communications.
Non-invasive imaging modalities for diagnosing pulsatile tinnitus: a comprehensive review and recommended imaging algorithm
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Pulsatile tinnitus (PT) is a challenging diagnostic condition arising from various vascular, neoplastic, and systemic disorders. Non-invasive imaging is essential for identifying underlying causes while minimizing risks of invasive diagnostic angiography. Although no consensus exists on the primary imaging modality for PT and currently CT, ultrasound, and MRI are used in the diagnostic pathway, MRI is increasingly preferred as the first-line screening test for its diagnostic efficacy and safety. MRI protocols such as time-of-flight, magnetic resonance angiography, diffusion-weighted imaging, and arterial spin labeling can identify serious causes, including vascular shunting lesions, venous sinus stenosis, and tumors.
Passenger aircraft doors are still primarily manufactured by hand. A particularly time-consuming aspect is assembling the door structures using screws and rivets. Numerous intermediate steps are required to prevent direct contact between different materials—which would otherwise lead to corrosion.
However, replacing aluminum, titanium, and thermosets with primarily thermoplastic carbon fiber composites (CFRP), which can be welded together automatically without separating layers, makes the process much faster. Manufacturing time for the door structure drops from 110 hours to 4. The TAVieDA project by Fraunhofer IWU, Fraunhofer LBF, Trelleborg, and Airbus Helicopters has shown this clearly.
Another key factor in shortening assembly times is the modular design for different aircraft door variants. The project team specifically looked for components across various door models that could be standardized—and found success, for example, with the crossbeam. The researchers designed a fully automated assembly line for the most common models and developed fixtures and clamping elements suitable for resistance and ultrasonic welding technologies.
The abducens nerve (CN VI) is vulnerable to injury during endoscopic endonasal transcavernous surgery. In this study, the authors aimed to develop the surgical anatomic landmark and explore the relationship between the sympathetic nerves (SNs) around the internal carotid artery (ICA) and CN VI within the cavernous sinus (CS).
METHODS:
The relationship and patterns between the SNs and CN VI were investigated in 15 cadaveric specimens. The intraoperative examples of anatomic landmark were presented.
A new study has created the first normative charts of brain functional development from birth to six years old, highlighting how brain network growth tracks with cognitive milestones.
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Over the next three years, Cultivarium will weave fungi and archaea into the fabric of a healthier, cleaner, and more resilient world.
Their search for Earth’s lost spices just crash-landed them into a world of trouble! 💥 When the six-member crew of the Serrano wrecks their ship, Kent, C-LA, Ada, Eloy, Mod, and Nexus must race against time and some mysterious planet inhabitants to repair it and escape before becoming the main course.
Get a taste of the adventure in this trailer for Steamroller Animation’s first ever pilot episode, Spice Frontier: Escape from Veltegar.
The full “Spice Frontier: Escape from Veltegar” pilot episode is dropping on May 21, 2025.
For all of us at Steamroller Animation, the creation of independent animation projects like “Spice Frontier: Escape from Veltegar” is not merely a side quest; it’s the very lifeblood that fuels our creative spirit and drives innovation.
These projects serve as vital proving grounds, allowing our talented artists, creatives and technicians the freedom to experiment with new styles, push storytelling boundaries, and hone their skills without the constraints of external mandates.
By investing in our own intellectual property, we cultivate a culture of ownership and passion, fostering an environment where groundbreaking ideas can flourish and ultimately elevate the quality and originality we bring to all our animation work, including client-based productions.