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Xilio Therapeutics appoints Caroline Hensley as chief legal officer, bringing extensive experience in biotechnology legal and compliance matters.

Temporary scalp tattoos effectively track brainwaves, outperforming conventional electrodes in ease of application and duration, according to a study in 'Cell Biomaterials'. The e-tattoos, made with conductive polymers, maintain stable connectivity for 24 hours and could revolutionize noninvasive brain-computer interfaces.

New research shows rising pancreatic cancer cases in young adults are due to increased detection of early-stage endocrine cancers via more sensitive imaging scans, not an increase in lethal adenocarcinomas, leading to overdiagnosis without increased deaths.

SAINT, a refined rTMS protocol, showed promise in reducing depressive symptoms of bipolar I disorder in a trial, with 60% of participants meeting remission criteria within 1 month post-treatment, without adverse effects.

Cornell-led Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Crop Improvement receives a second $25 million USAID grant to continue improving global food security and agricultural resilience. The lab will focus on scaling crop improvement and capacity-building efforts in Central America, the Caribbean, West Africa, East Africa, and Southern Africa, aiming to drive sustainable change in crop variety development and accessibility.

Suzie Bohlson, a Catholic scientist, believes science and religion complement each other, reflecting a broader trend of religious scientists reconciling faith and knowledge. Historical examples from various cultures show science and religion have often been intertwined, with religious figures contributing to scientific advancements. Bohlson argues that religion provides meaning and moral guidance, essential for enduring and finding value in life's challenges.

Erica Ollmann Saphire's $49 million project, America’s SHIELD, aims to develop vaccines for herpesviruses, addressing viral latency and multiple infection mechanisms. The initiative involves a consortium of researchers to tackle the complexity of herpesviruses, focusing on molecular structures, viral genomes, and immune signatures, with potential to significantly impact public health.

Clarivate Plc unveils Citation Laureates 2024, forecasting Nobel Prize recipients based on extraordinary citation records and societal impact. This year's 22 laureates span six countries and have made significant contributions to fields like clean energy, nanotechnology, and quantum computing.