Collision between two bodies of similar mass may explain the formation of Mercury

The formation of Mercury remains an unsolved mystery. The planet closest to the sun has a disproportionately large metallic ...
IEEE

Maximum Likelihood Estimation of a Low-Rank Probability Mass Tensor From Partial Observations

Abstract: We consider the problem of estimating the Probability Mass Function (PMF) of a discrete random vector (RV) from partial observations, namely when some elements in each observed realization ...
Nature

Exploring inter-organ crosstalk to uncover mechanisms that regulate β-cell function and mass

Impaired β-cell function and insufficient β-cell mass compensation are twin pathogenic features that underlie type 2 diabetes (T2D). Current therapeutic strategies continue to evolve to improve ...
IEEE

A Physical Unclonable Function With Bit Error Rate

Abstract: This article proposes a physical unclonable function (PUF) based on the contact formation probability. The contact here is the interconnect layer between the metal and the silicon in a chip.
Frontiers

Effects of Tai Chi and Baduanjin on muscle mass, muscle function, and activities of daily living in individuals with sarcopenia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Objective: This study aims to systematically evaluate the effects of Tai Chi and Baduanjin on muscle mass, muscle function, and activities of daily living (ADL) in patients with sarcopenia. Methods: ...
Star Tribune

A brief look at mass shootings, school shootings in Minnesota

Two children died and 17 people were wounded in a shooting at Annunciation Church in south Minneapolis on Wednesday, the second mass shooting in the city in 24 hours after another deadly incident near ...