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Misfolded N-CoR is linked to the ectopic reactivation of CD34/Flt3-based stem-cell phenotype in promyelocytic and monocytic acute myeloid leukemia Dawn Sijin Nin, Li Feng, Sridevi Visvanathan and Matiullah Khan* Treatment plan technique and quality for single-isocenter stereotactic ablative radiotherapy of multiple lung lesions with volumetric modulated arc therapy or intensity-modulated radiosurgery Kimmen Quan, Karen M. Xu, Ron Lalonde, Zachary D. Horne, Mark E. Bernard, Chuck McCoy, David A. Clump, Steven A....

By Colm Gorey, Frontiers science writer Future planetary colonists will experience isolation like no other group in human history, which is why scientists on Earth are attempting to see how we communicate in the most extreme situations. In a paper published with Frontiers, researchers in Russia observed volunteers in isolation attempting to replicate life in deep space to see how it would impact their mood and communication styles. Despite some initial differences, the eventual cohesion of the team offers hope for future moon and Mars colonists....

Peer review plays an integral role in the proliferation of knowledge. Find out more about Frontier’s rigorous and transparent peer review process. Peer review plays an integral role in the proliferation of knowledge. It is widely recognized among the academic community as a vital mechanism for assuring quality in scientific literature. By filtering scientific research through well-regarded experts in the relevant field, the scientific community ensures that disseminated information is founded on sound research and public knowledge is safeguarded....

By Peter Rejcek, science writer Most people consume too much salt in their diet, leading to high blood pressure and other health issues. Researchers have discovered a novel way to enhance the saltiness, and even potentially the savoriness, of low-sodium food using electrical stimulation of the tongue through a chopstick-shaped utensil. The concept has applications in other fields, such as stimulating taste as part of a virtual reality experience. An estimated 2....

Glycerol protects algae in Antarctica from extreme conditions: Frontiers in Plant Science By Mischa Dijkstra, Frontiers science writer Two species of Chlamydomonas algae from the ice-covered, hypersaline Lake Bonney in Antarctica use variants of an ancient gene family to synthetize the protective molecule glycerol, one of several adaptations that allow them to thrive in this extreme environment. The surprising ability of many microorganisms, such as these lake algae, to survive under extreme conditions has led many scientists to revise their views on the possibility of extraterrestrial life....

Outdoor lessons allowed teachers to teach uninterrupted for almost twice as long during a subsequent indoor lesson, finds a study in Frontiers in Psychology Following an outdoor lesson in nature, children were more engaged with their schoolwork, and their teachers could teach uninterrupted for almost twice as long. — By Conn Hastings A study recently published in open-access journal Frontiers in Psychology finds that 9-10 year-old children are significantly more attentive and engaged with their schoolwork following an outdoor lesson in nature....

The Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences, GIH (Gymnastik- och idrottshögskolan, GIH) supports their authors in publishing open access. As part of this support, eligible authors from GIH will benefit from a 10% discount under the terms of the Sweden Open Access Publishing Framework Agreement. Eligible authors are corresponding authors of a given article employed by GIH. Information for authors: To submit your article under this institutional agreement, it is recommended you submit with an email domain affiliated to your institution....

Below is a list of Frontiers eBooks published in September 2017. All Frontiers eBooks are free to download, share and distribute. Science: Tropical Forest Ecosystem Responses to Increasing Nutrient Availability, Hosted by Jurgen Homeier, Selene Baez, Dietrich Hertel and Christoph Leuschner Phage Therapy: Past, Present and Future, Hosted by Stephen T. Abedon, Pilar García, Peter Mullany and Rustam Aminov Petroleum Microbial Biotechnology: Challenges and Prospects, Hosted by Wael A. Ismail, Jonathan D....

A landmark national agreement has been signed by the Norwegian Directorate​ for ICT and Joint Services ​in Higher Education & Research​​ (Unit) and Frontiers. A landmark national agreement has today been signed by the Norwegian Directorate​ for ICT and Joint Services ​in Higher Education & Research​​ (Unit) and the leading open access publisher Frontiers. The terms of the agreement will simplify the publishing process for Norwegian researchers who publish in Frontiers’ journals....

Research Integrity Specialist Andrew Gardyne discusses the importance of peer-review, trust in science, and how his team work to detect suspicious behaviour. Author: Andrew Gardyne, Research Integrity Specialist So that the planet can begin its recovery from this unprecedented event, people need to feel confident that the vaccines they are taking are safe and this is underpinned by published research. Thankfully, according to Statista, 86% of those responding to a survey in the UK in September 2020 said they trust the information from official scientists regarding COVID-19....

Rovira i Virgili University has formed an institutional membership agreement for open access publishing with Frontiers. This institutional agreement means that eligible Rovira i Virgili University researchers may publish in any Frontiers journal at no cost to them and with a simplified process. Articles may benefit from a 10% membership discount. The university library at Rovira i Virgili University supports its researchers in making their research more widely available. This agreement will further encourage Rovira i Virgili University researchers to publish open access, increasing the volume of research openly available....

We are delighted to announce that Frontiers and the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres (Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft Deutscher Forschungszentren) have established an agreement entailing the inclusion of three new members of the Helmholtz Association in an agreement on open access publishing. Building on an agreement established in 2015 comprising a consortium of then nine member institutions of the Helmholtz Association, Frontiers and the Helmholtz Association have now agreed on the expansion of this consortium to include three further member institutions....

By Conn Hastings, Science writer Maintaining optimal moisture levels could be key in allowing chronic wounds to heal. However, clinicians currently have no way to check moisture levels without removing a bandage, potentially disrupting the healing process. A new study presents a smart bandage that can measure and wirelessly transmit wound moisture data in real time. The technology could be a useful tool in treating chronic wounds. How can doctors make sure a dressed wound is healing without taking off the bandage?...

Our dedicated Frontiers for Young Minds team has been working hard to revamp the website for our growing community. Our dedicated Frontiers for Young Minds team has been working hard to revamp the website for our growing community. Discover new illustrations while finding all our science articles and educational resources in a fun, open, and accessible way! — By Hedwig Ens Launched in 2013 upon a shared initiative with Robert Knight, Frontiers for Young Minds has grown from an inspiring idea with a few articles about the brain, into a broad scope and unique academic journal reviewed by children and teenagers....

The Research Topic, published in Frontiers in Oncology, consists of a collection of scientific articles investigating high-energy charged particles either for cancer treatment or for space radiation protection. The Research Topic, published in Frontiers in Oncology, consists of a collection of scientific articles investigating high-energy charged particles either for cancer treatment or for space radiation protection. — By Conn Hastings Our planet is bombarded by galactic cosmic rays and they are a constant presence in interstellar space....

The new prize is a tribute to Professor Joseph M Sussman, Specialty Chief Editor for Frontiers in Built Environment — By Ruth Miller and Sarah Yardley The editorial team of Frontiers in Built Environment was saddened to learn of the passing of Professor Joseph Sussman, Specialty Chief Editor of Transportation and Transit Systems. His research, editorial contributions, and support were enormously valued by the journal, and the impressive number of citations and downloads of his Frontiers publications stand as testament to the esteem in which his work is held by the field....

Dr David Grémillet and Dr Todd Miller lead Marine Biology specialty in Frontiers in Marine Science Dr. David Grémillet and Dr. Todd Miller lead the way as Specialty Chief Editors for Marine Biology in Frontiers in Marine Science. Frontiers in Marine Science welcomes Dr. David Grémillet (Centre d’Ecologie Fonctionnelle et Evolutive (CEFE), France) and Dr. Todd Miller (Alaska Fisheries Science Center (NOAA), USA) as Specialty Chief Editors for Marine Biology....

New Specialty Section on Social Movements, Institutions and Governance led by Hannah Wittman (University of British Columbia) and Rachel Bezner Kerr (Cornell University) Nearly 1 in 4 people around the world suffer from food insecurity, and the food system is one of the largest contributors to climate change and biodiversity loss1. The ways in which social and political institutions shape and respond to such challenges are the subject of a wide range of interdisciplinary research....

A mini-review concludes: cocoa can be seen as a dietary supplement to protect human cognition and can counteract different types of cognitive decline. Italian researchers review the available literature and come to a promising conclusion: Cocoa can be seen as a dietary supplement to protect human cognition and can counteract different types of cognitive decline. — By Hedwig Ens “A balanced diet is chocolate in both hands” – a phrase commonly used to justify ones chocolate snacking behavior....

Researchers give practical tips to help football coaches reliably assess player characteristics important for performance: Frontiers in Psychology Researchers provide practical suggestions for empowering football coaches to make reliable assessments of player psychological characteristics that are important for performance — and so help boost player success and well-being — By Conn Hastings With the 2018 World Cup just around the corner, football (soccer) players and coaches are preparing to perform at their best....