#University of Michigan
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Pain and Anxiety Intertwine With Physical Function in Systemic Sclerosis
Key Takeaways
- University of Michigan Health researchers examined pain intensity, physical function and psychosocial factors in adults with systemic sclerosis.
- Higher pain intensity was associated with poorer physical function across the sample.
- Anxiety and negative affect strengthened the link between pain and physical limitations.
- The study was cross-sectional, so researchers cannot determine the direction of the relationships.
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Tiny Frog-Like Robot Uses Snapping Elastic Rods to Hop, Swim and Cross Wet Surfaces
Key Takeaways
- Researchers published a study on Sept. 18 in Science Advances examining how twisting bent elastic rods can produce a snapping motion used for hopping and swimming.
- A palm-sized prototype weighing about 3.4 ounces travels roughly three body lengths per second using short jumps.
- The robot can hop across wet surfaces, swim and navigate an obstacle course.
- Co-first author Xiaonan (Sean) Huang of the University of Michigan said the approach lets mechanics replace some of the work normally done by larger motors or complex control.
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Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS carries heavy water unlike anything seen in the solar system
Key Takeaways
- 3I/ATLAS is only the third confirmed interstellar visitor detected.
- Researchers found unusually high deuterium levels in its water.
- The chemistry suggests the comet formed in much colder conditions than our solar system.
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Researchers report a newly identified liver cell that may help explain common liver disease
Key Takeaways
- University of Michigan researchers reported a newly identified liver cell type.
- The source says the cell may protect against a common liver disease.
- The finding is early but could shape future treatment research.
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