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AlphaFold model quality self-assessment improvement via deep graph learning
August 18, 2025
In recent years, significant advancements have been made in deep learning-based computational modeling of proteins, with DeepMind's AlphaFold2 standing out as a landmark achievement.
AlphaFold model quality self-assessment improvement via deep graph learning
Rickus honored nationally as pacesetter for exemplary leadership in academic advising
August 13, 2025
Jenna Rickus, senior vice provost for teaching and learning at Purdue University, has been awarded the Michael C. Holen Pacesetter Award by the National Academic Advising Association.
Rickus honored nationally as pacesetter for exemplary leadership in academic advising
Redesigned Field Buffers Boost Water Quality and Cut Pollution, Purdue-Led Study Finds
August 5, 2025
Exciting new research led by ISF affiliate Aaron Thompson (HLA), in collaboration with Purdue, Iowa State University, and the USDA, explores how redesigning edge-of-field conservation buffers can dramatically improve sediment capture and reduce runoff pollution.
Proteomic Tracking Extracellular Vesicle RNA Interactors in Recipient Immune Cells through Orthogonal Labelings
August 1, 2025
RNA cargos in extracellular vesicles (EVs) mediate intercellular communication by engaging RNA-binding proteins (RBPs) in recipient cells.
University Faculty Scholar: Luiz Brito
August 1, 2025
Luiz Brito, associate professor of Purdue Animal Sciences, was named a 2025 Purdue University Faculty Scholar in recognition of his significant contributions to quantitative genomics and his work advancing food security and animal welfare.
Sustainability Research Across Multiple Disciplines on Display
August 1, 2025
Dozens of students showed off their sustainability-related summer research projects at this year’s Summer 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium, held on Wednesday, July 30th. In addition to ISF-supported DUIRI projects, many other faculty affiliates supported summer projects. Read more about their work here.
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Multimodal Nano-DESI Mass Spectrometry Imaging Reveals Phospholipids Accumulation in and around Amyloid Plaques in Alzheimer's Disease
July 31, 2025
Alzheimer's disease (AD), characterized by β-amyloid plaques, is increasingly recognized by lipid dysregulation as a key factor in its pathology. Mass spectrometry imaging (MSI), a powerful tool for mapping the spatial distribution of biomolecules in tissue sections, is ideally suited for investigating region-specific molecular alterations in diseased animal tissues.
New method to stymie spread of Aids
July 30, 2025
United States scientists unveiled a new method of fighting viral replication in Aids on Sunday, which they believe could help combat the deadly disease.
Mixing fibers for gut health
July 29, 2025
Scientists have long known that fiber feeds beneficial bacteria in the human gut. Now, researches in Purdue University’s College of Agriculture have discovered that combining specific fibers can have a synergistic effect, producing a greater-than-expected number of anti-inflammatory substances. This work has the potential to transform how prebiotics are used to promote health.
‘Camelids’ Project strengthens theoretical and practical knowledge in animal reproduction and management among alpaca producers in Arequipa
July 29, 2025
Members of the ‘Camelids’ Project during training events for alpaca producers in the highlands of Arequipa. Upper and lower picture: Dr. Víctor Pacheco, UNSA reproduction specialist, explaining the importance of early detection of alpaca pregnancy in Tisco and Chichas respectively. Photo credits: Alejandra Toro and Luis Sousa.