A searchable index of real negative results, null findings, and replication failures from the published literature — so you can learn what didn't work before repeating it.
WASTE indexes published research — it does not host or republish full papers. Each entry is a metadata record (title, authors, DOI) compiled from open scholarly databases, with the abstract shown in full only where the paper is openly licensed (e.g. Creative Commons); otherwise a short excerpt is shown for reference under fair use. WASTE classifies each work by failure type; classifications are automated and approximate.
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Icoz M, Aktas Ozaltun O · 2026 · Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)
Purpose To compare the refractive effects of paired-opposite clear corneal incision (p-OCCI) with-the-rule (WTR), against-the-rule (ATR) and oblique astigmatism. Methods This retrospective study was conducted in 131 patients undergoing…
Hu Z, Ma R, Wen Y et al. · 2026 · Cancer medicine
Background The optimal therapeutic strategy for patients with T2-3N0-3 M0 or T1N1-3 M0 hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (HPSCC) and the use of postoperative radiotherapy with or without systemic therapy for patients with T1-2N1M0…
Kassem BA, Osman SM, El-Mahallawy Y · 2026 · Clinical oral investigations
INTRODUCTION: The stimulatory effects of laser Biostimulation on immediate implant clinical wound healing and radiographic bone quality analysis is with insufficient evidence. AIM: To evaluate the effect of low-level diode laser as a…
Li H, Ding S, Li J et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in medicine
Background The incidence of elderly-onset ulcerative colitis (EO-UC) has been gradually increasing. The unique characteristics of clinical manifestations, therapeutic strategies, and prognosis in EO-UC patients compared with adult-onset…
Zhang HM, Wu MX, Wang HY et al. · 2026 · Zhonghua yi xue za zhi
Objective: To explore the mechanism of vitamin K2 (VitK2) regulating matrix Gla protein (MGP) in inhibiting tumor growth in inflammation-associated colorectal cancer (CAC) model mice. Methods: Twenty-six C57BL/6 male mice, 6-8 weeks old…
Pusdekar VP, Dare G, Bhojwani P et al. · 2026 · Turkish journal of surgery
Objective Surgical site infections (SSIs) are among the most common postoperative complications, contributing to morbidity, prolonged hospital stays, and healthcare costs. Prophylactic antibiotics are widely used, but the optimal regimen…
Toufexis C, Grant JB, van Boxtel JJA et al. · 2026 · Consciousness and cognition
The left angular gyrus (AG) has been implicated in the level of detail elicited during both episodic memory (EM) and episodic future thinking (EFT). This study aimed to investigate whether repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation…
Brzóska K, Carpenter AD, Petrus SA et al. · 2026 · International journal of molecular sciences
Gamma-tocotrienol (GT3) is one of the constituents of vitamin E that demonstrated significant radioprotective efficacy in murine and nonhuman primate (NHP) models. Considering the antioxidant activity of GT3 and its role in terminating…
Çalışkan MU, Sarıbaş H, Keskin G et al. · 2026 · International journal of medical informatics
Background Perioperative anticoagulant management is critical because of the competing risks of ischemia and bleeding. Large language models (LLMs) and clinical decision support (CDS) have shown substantial advances and are increasingly…
Alkhallagi TS, Alshammari BK, Babeer WA et al. · 2026 · BMC oral health
Background This in vitro study compared the precision of articulator-based scanning and scan fixator-based scanning in completely edentulous arches with implant scan bodies. Materials and methods Upper and lower master casts were…
Tehrani HG, Mostajeran E, Dehghani-Mohammadabadi R et al. · 2026 · Journal of research in medical sciences : the official journal of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences
Background The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) versus granulocyte colony-stimulating factor in addressing recurrent implantation failure. Materials and methods Fifty patients were randomly assigned…
Short CL, Morrison T, Crotti TN et al. · 2026 · Journal of anatomy
The pyramidalis (Py) is a small triangular-shaped anterior abdominal wall muscle, the function of which remains uncertain. We used brightness-mode (B-mode) ultrasound to determine Py prevalence and tested the hypothesis that Py contributed…
Tang Y, Liu R · 2026 · Frontiers in neurology
Background Patients with Meige syndrome are often affected by anxiety symptoms, and drug therapy is the primary treatment option, with botulinum toxin A being the most frequently used medication. This study analyzes the intervention…
Kiliç K, Sezer BS, Aydinli İ et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in psychology
Introduction The aim of this study is to examine the effect of narcissistic personality traits on body image through social media interaction and to comparatively evaluate these relationships in the context of athletes engaged in…
Friederich M, Brunner J, Kirsch E et al. · 2026 · BMC musculoskeletal disorders
Background Distal radius fractures (DRF) are often immobilized using a conventional plaster cast although orthoses offer a time- and resource-saving alternative. This prospective randomized study compared the conservative DRF treatment…
Lv N, Xiang J, Kuang J et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in endocrinology
Introduction 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] deficiency is highly prevalent in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and may contribute to immune and metabolic dysfunction. This study aimed to investigate the clinical associations of serum 25(OH)D…
Baek CH, Elhassan BT, Lim C et al. · 2026 · Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery
Introduction Although favorable clinical outcomes of scope-assisted lower trapezius tendon transfer (SALTT) have been reported in posterosuperior irreparable rotator cuff tears (PSIRCTs) patients, the limited restoring of static stability…
Cigdem Z, Durdu F, Celık MY · 2026 · BMC pediatrics
BACKGROUND: The study was carried out experimentally to determine the effect of prone and side-lying position on the comfort of preterm infants using positioning bed in preterm infants hospitalized in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).…
Shun-Lin X, Shi-Ting L, Wei-Bing C et al. · 2026 · Pediatric surgery international
OBJECTIVE: This study aims to evaluate the modified thoracoscopic esophageal anastomotic methods in cases with esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula (EA-TEF). METHODS: From January 2019 to August 2024, a total of 12 consecutive…
Demir ZG, Doğan IA, Keskin R et al. · 2026 · Dementia & neuropsychologia
Psychosocial interventions may differentially target affective and cognitive symptoms in mild dementia, yet comparative evidence in long-term care is limited. Objective To compare the effects of Reminiscence Therapy (RT) and Cognitive…
Bowers O, Killion HJ, Kuhlman K et al. · 2026 · BMC veterinary research
BACKGROUND: This study measured phenotypic resistance of enteric Escherichia coli (E. coli) obtained from livestock and wildlife across agricultural districts within Wyoming, U.S.A., to antimicrobials used in the cattle industry. It is the…
Dixit S, Chawla V, Gupta P et al. · 2026 · Bioinformation
Prolonged exposure to powered brushing, especially with high-abrasive toothpastes, can significantly increase surface roughness, affecting both enamel and restorative materials. Therefore, it is of interest to assess the cumulative…
Zou YJ, Zhang KH, Lu PS et al. · 2026 · Cell communication and signaling : CCS
Cytoskeleton dynamics ensure multiple cellular progression during oocyte meiosis, which is critical for successful fertilization and early embryo development. KIF23, a member of the kinesin-6 superfamily, mediates intracellular transport…
Shi S, Liang Y, Liu T et al. · 2026 · Drug design, development and therapy
Background Colorectal cancer remains a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide. Postoperative pain can impair recovery. Thoracic paravertebral block (TPVB) and erector spinae plane block (ESPB) are regional analgesic techniques…
Fang Y, Zhang X, Sun Y et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology
Objective This study applied Functional Data Analysis (FDA) to investigate the effects of fatigue on lower-limb joint kinematics during badminton lunges. Methods Seventeen elite male badminton players executed both forward and 45° sideways…
Aydın Çetin EZ, Özmen B, Yılmaz B · 2026 · Oral radiology
OBJECTIVES: The use of preheated resin-containing materials is of increasing interest in contemporary dentistry. This study aimed to determine the effect of preheating on the radiopacity values of various fissure sealants. METHODS: In this…
Yu H, Wu L, Wang H et al. · 2026 · Animal bioscience
Objective Compared with commercial laying hens, indigenous chicken breeds generally exhibit lower reproductive performance. This study aims to elucidate the impact of abdominal fat deposition on the reproductive performance of indigenous…
Kim JS, Hwang UJ, Woo CW et al. · 2026 · Arthroscopy : the journal of arthroscopic & related surgery : official publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association
Purpose To investigate changes in meniscal extrusion and meniscal healing status following root repair, and the relationship between meniscal extrusion and healing conditions. Methods Patients who underwent isolated root repair between…
Chen Y, Chen P, Li G et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Background Electronic gastroscopic examination (EGE) is the most effective and reliable method for the screening and diagnosis of upper gastrointestinal diseases. Prolonged prohibition of drinking water before EGE may lead to…
Lüleci EH, Kedgley AE · 2026 · Human factors
ObjectiveThis study evaluated the effectiveness of age simulation gloves in replicating age-related declines in hand function.BackgroundCommercially available age simulation gloves are increasingly used. However, their ability to replicate…