5-Nov-2025 Breakthrough review highlights roadmap for greener cold chain logistics Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University Researchers have unveiled a comprehensive roadmap to help the global cold chain logistics industry cut carbon emissions, supporting climate goals and sustainability without sacrificing efficiency. The new study, published in Carbon Research, critically reviews the latest strategies, algorithms, and models for optimizing supply chains that rely on refrigeration and temperature control, from farm to pharmacy to home. Journal Carbon Research
5-Nov-2025 Food insecurity linked to nerve damage Michigan State University New research from Michigan State University reveals that race/ethnicity and food insecurity are two key factors associated with peripheral neuropathy. Journal Neurology
5-Nov-2025 Female college students fall behind in academic recovery from COVID pandemic University of North Carolina at Greensboro A new study published in Economics Letters found that that first-year female college students are experiencing slower academic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic compared to males. Journal Economics Letters Funder North Carolina Collaboratory at the UNC-Chapel Hill
5-Nov-2025 COVID-19 school closures curbed reporting of child violence incidents in Chile, study finds Rutgers University Newark School of Criminal Justice A new study reveals that school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic in Chile were associated with a sharp decline in reports of violence against children—highlighting the critical role schools play in child protection. Journal The Journal of Human Resources
5-Nov-2025 From human retina to artificial eye: KRISS creates a new standard for ophtalmic imaging National Research Council of Science & Technology The Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS, President Lee Ho Seong) has developed a retina-mimicking eye phantom that faithfully replicates the structural layers and microvascular network of the human retina. This innovation provides a new reference for objectively evaluating and calibrating ophthalmic imaging devices, paving the way for more accurate and reliable diagnosis of retinal diseases. Journal Communications Engineering Funder Ministry of Science and ICT
5-Nov-2025 Research finds writing emotional product reviews increases our brand loyalty City St George’s, University of London Reading reviews from others helps inform our decision-making on what to buy, where to visit, or who should provide our services. However, research from Bayes Business School (formerly Cass) suggests writers of online reviews are also more likely to repurchase items or experiences themselves and recommend to others if they are induced to write emotionally rather than factually. Journal Journal of Marketing
5-Nov-2025 AI in mental health crisis Wroclaw Medical University A study from Wroclaw Medical University, published in Scientific Reports, found that none of the 29 tested AI chatbots responded adequately to simulated suicidal thoughts. Nearly half failed completely, while only half met minimal safety criteria. Common issues included missing emergency contact information and inappropriate or confusing replies. The authors call for clear regulations and clinical testing before such mental health tools reach the public. Journal Scientific Reports
5-Nov-2025 Companies that "sell to buy" reap a $234 million shareholder boost, study finds University of Surrey Companies that sell parts of their business to raise cash for acquisitions make better deals and win greater shareholder approval, according to new research from the University of Surrey. Journal The Journal of Financial Research
5-Nov-2025 Two key genes boost galloylated catechin production in tea plants Nanjing Agricultural University The Academy of Science Catechins are the heart of tea’s flavor and health-promoting properties, especially the galloylated types such as EGCG and ECG. Journal Horticulture Research
5-Nov-2025 Far from being harmful, making errors may improve learning University of the Basque Country A study by the group of Eugenia Marín has confirmed that doing tests when acquiring knowledge is more effective than simply re-reading the subject matter, because errors made in assessments, if followed by corrective feedback, promote memorisation. The conclusion was that the benefits occur no matter whether the tests are administered before or after revising. The work highlights the need to change the perception of error in learning. Journal Memory & Cognition
