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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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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Facilitation of hippocampal long-term potentiation by astrocytic Gq signaling is compromised in an advanced Alzheimer's disease model.

Miftakhov R, Fortygina P, Zuzina A et al. · 2026 · Scientific reports

Astrocytes communicate bidirectionally with neurons by releasing various signaling molecules. This astrocyte-neuron "dialogue" is essential for long-term processes in the nervous system, and its disruption correlates with various…

View details →DOI: 10.1038/s41598-026-56373-0
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Effects of high-temperature treatment on in vitro protein digestibility and protein profiles of pea ingredients obtained from wet and dry fractionation.

Duque-Estrada P, Markussen B, Schutyser M et al. · 2026 · Food chemistry

Thermal treatment can improve plant protein digestibility by inactivating antinutrients and partially denaturing proteins, but depending on the conditions applied, heating may also promote aggregation and amino acid modifications that…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2026.149181
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Surface charge engineering improves the alkaline resistance of Pseudoalteromonas tetraodonis κ-carrageenase for application in hydrolysis of κ-carrageenan industrial waste residues.

Su Y, Hu Q, Dou Z et al. · 2026 · Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.)

κ-Carrageenase with alkaline resistance can promote the resource utilization of κ-carrageenan industrial residues. In this study, a rational design strategy integrating surface charge optimization and consensus sequence analysis was…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2026.119085
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Mechanistic insights into the modification of peanut protein by novel radio frequency roasting: Revealing multi-scale protein conformational changes

Peng Z, Xu C, Zhang Y et al. · 2026 · Innovative Food Science and Emerging Technologies.

Radio frequency (RF) heating, as a promising alternative roasting method, could effectively improve peanut oil quality and degrade aflatoxins. However, during the peanut oil processing, the modification effect and mechanism on protein by…

Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Patient reported outcomes after cheilectomy versus cheilectomy and Moberg osteotomy.

Littmann J, Steiner N, Cabrejo-Jones K et al. · 2026 · The Journal of foot and ankle surgery : official publication of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Background A Moberg osteotomy is a dorsal closing wedge osteotomy of the base of the first proximal phalanx that is thought to augment the effect of cheilectomy by increasing dorsiflexion and ultimately improve patient outcomes in Hallux…

View details →DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2025.11.019
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Impacts of methionine oxidation on product quality and anti-tumor activity of a therapeutic monoclonal antibody.

Sun Q, Miao Z, Bian L et al. · 2026 · Journal of chromatography. B, Analytical technologies in the biomedical and life sciences

Methionine oxidation in monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) could critically compromise drug stability and efficacy. This investigation comprehensively evaluated the structural and functional impacts of oxidation on a mAb An under long-term…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.jchromb.2026.124920
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Progressive Strength Training Counteracts Frailty but Does not Improve Short-Term Autonomic Compensatory Responses During Active Standing Orthostatic Stress

Gama de Matos D, de Santana JL, Aidar FJ et al. · 2025 · Preprint

Background: Frailty is a multifactorial condition that significantly impacts older adults health and independence, which can be mitigated through training. This study examined the effects of a 12-week progressive strength training (PST)…

View details →DOI: 10.20944/preprints202511.1155.v1
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

B cell depletion promotes melanoma tumor growth in a CD4+ T cell-dependent manner.

Oncul S, Lee H, Singh S et al. · 2026 · Journal of immunology (Baltimore, Md. : 1950)

B cells constitute ∼15% to 20% of tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes in melanoma. Their presence in the tumor microenvironment correlates with improved survival and enhanced response to immune checkpoint blockade therapy. Yet, the functional…

View details →DOI: 10.1093/jimmun/vkag004
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Full-fat meal, defatted meal, oil and chitin from black soldier fly in low and high soybean-based diets on growth performance and nutrient retention of rainbow trout

Riesenbach IC, Tsomik G, Chiasson M et al. · 2026 · Aquaculture.

Insects, such as black soldier flies (BSF), have garnered attention in the aquaculture industry as a sustainable protein and lipid alternative to fishmeal and fish oil. However, research is lacking on which components of BSF improve fish…

Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Respiratory Biofeedback Training as an Adjunct Intervention in Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Late-Stage COPD: A Pilot Trial.

Lagravinese G, Castellana G, Genco M et al. · 2026 · Applied psychophysiology and biofeedback

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with persistent dyspnea, reduced functional capacity, and significant cognitive and affective impairments. Pulmonary rehabilitation improves the physical and psychological…

View details →DOI: 10.1007/s10484-025-09763-5
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Assessing the reliability of hippocampal single-voxel proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy through intra-class effect decomposition

Nilsson M, Berrebi J, Nikkhou-Aski S et al. · 2025 · Preprint

BackgroundThe hippocampus is crucial for learning, memory, and stress regulation but is vulnerable to biological and environmental influences that compromise its structural and metabolic integrity. Proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy…

View details →DOI: 10.31234/osf.io/gcmsq_v1
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Polypropylene Mesh Reinforcement Does Not Improve Acute Biomechanical Properties in Superior Capsular Reconstruction: An Ovine Model Study

Karademir G, Durbas A, Diril SK et al. · 2025 · Preprint

Abstract Background Superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) is a treatment option for irreparable rotator cuff tears (IRCTs), but graft failure remains a significant limitation. While fascia (FA) grafts are commonly utilized, their…

View details →DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-8001106/v1
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Morphological effects of input data quantity in AI-powered dental crown design.

Broll A, Goldhacker M, Hahnel S et al. · 2025 · Journal of dentistry

Objectives This retrospective in vitro study evaluated the impact of input data quantity on the morphology of dental crowns generated by AI-based software. The hypothesis suggests that increased input data quantity improves the quality of…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2025.105767
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Can Machine Learning Predict Vessels Encapsulating Tumor Clusters Patterns and Histological Differentiation in Solitary Small (<5 cm) Hepatocellular Carcinoma?

Toshida K, Sugitani Y, Itoh S et al. · 2025 · Preprint

Abstract Background: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a major cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide. While systemic therapies have improved outcomes, predicting tumor histopathology remains difficult. Machine learning (ML) offers a…

View details →DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-7704748/v1
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MdLRR-RLK1-MdGRP1-LIKE module improved biotic resistance in apple

Chen W, Zhang C, Guo W et al. · 2025 · Preprint

Apple is an important economic species, and it always suffered by biotic stress during its growth and development. Fungi and pests are two types of biotic stress that have significant destructive effects on apples. Besides, the LRR-RLKs…

View details →DOI: 10.22541/au.175022852.28343178/v1
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Preliminary results of a randomized controlled trail: Effects of remotely supervised physical activity on health profile in frail older adults

Zhang X, Li F, Li J et al. · 2025 · Preprint

Introduction Supervised physical activity (PA) interventions have demonstrated efficacy and safety in improving health outcomes among frail populations. However, the growing disparity between limited healthcare resources and the rapidly…

View details →DOI: 10.1101/2025.06.26.25330386
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Respiratory Biofeedback Training as an Adjunct Intervention in Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Late-Stage COPD: A Pilot Trial

Lagravinese G, Castellana G, Genco M et al. · 2025 · Preprint

Abstract Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with persistent dyspnea, reduced functional capacity, and significant cognitive and affective impairments. Pulmonary rehabilitation improves the physical and…

View details →DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-6974767/v1
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Effect of Interactive Ultrasound Intervention on Moderate Depressive Symptoms and Maternal Attachment: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Pulliainen H, Kataja E, Löyttyniemi E et al. · 2025 · Preprint

Abstract Background We examined whether an interactive four-dimensional (4D) ultrasound intervention decreases prenatal and early postnatal depressive symptoms and improves maternal-fetal attachment. Methods This randomized controlled…

View details →DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-6672112/v1
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Preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy mosaicism reporting lacks clinical predictive value for live birth in a multisite, double-blinded study with independent validation.

Gill P, Tao X, Zhan Y et al. · 2026 · American journal of obstetrics and gynecology

Background Preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy is used to improve in vitro fertilization outcomes by identifying embryos with lethal chromosomal abnormalities that impair development or lead to pregnancy loss. The adoption of…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2025.12.033
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Perceptual, Thermoregulatory, and Performance Effects of Menthol Gel Application in Trained Triathletes Exercising in Hot Conditions.

Barwood M, Barwood H, Davis D et al. · 2025 · International journal of sports physiology and performance

Purpose Topical menthol application improves thermal perception and enhances performance but reduces sweat production in hot environments. In the aquatic environment, where sweat evaporation is of limited thermoregulatory benefit (ie,…

View details →DOI: 10.1123/ijspp.2025-0038
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Improving the accuracy of screening for large-for-gestational-age fetuses: a multicenter observational study.

Birene B, Ferreira A, Raimond E et al. · 2025 · Journal of perinatal medicine

Objectives Large-for-gestational-age (LGA) fetuses present significant maternal and neonatal risks. However, prenatal screening is prone to inaccuracies, leading to potentially unnecessary interventions. This study aims to evaluate the…

View details →DOI: 10.1515/jpm-2025-0015
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The metal-organic framework MIL-100(Fe) and ferric citrate as potential counteracting biomaterials against osteoarthritis-induced articular inflammation and fibrosis.

Tsai PS, Wu KC, Wu CH · 2025 · Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative and deteriorating disease. The accompanying pain, stiffness, inflammation of the synovial joint, and the loss of articular function compromise the mobility, stability, and routine of patients' lives.…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2025.118519
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Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy Fails to Improve Fat Graft Retention: Cryopreserved and Cultured Syngeneic and Allogeneic Mesenchymal Stem Cells in a Rat Model.

Alstrup T, Pedersen JO, Kjær EM et al. · 2025 · Plastic and reconstructive surgery

Background Fat grafting is a gentle technique used to correct soft-tissue defects, but it is challenged by low graft survival rates. To enhance retention, mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) have been explored. Autologous MSC therapy has…

View details →DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000012121
Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Acute beetroot juice ingestion fails to improve sprint performance and neuromuscular function in trained male sprinters: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.

López-Samanes Á, Moreno-Pérez D, Aguilar-Navarro M et al. · 2026 · Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition

Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the acute effect of beetroot juice ingestion on sprint performance and neuromuscular properties of male trained sprinters. Methods Twelve male sprinters (24.3 ± 4.8 years) participated in…

View details →DOI: 10.1080/15502783.2026.2674220
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Physicochemical properties of carbon-based materials enhance in situ biomethanation performances under organic overload.

Mahieux M, Braga Nan L, Zbair M et al. · 2025 · Waste management (New York, N.Y.)

Carbon-based materials gained attention for their potential to improve anaerobic digestion (AD) performance. Meanwhile, in situ biomethanation, where external H 2 is injected into the AD process to enhance the CH 4 content in biogas, is…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.wasman.2025.114869
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Contribution of lesion shape features to the VI-RADS for predicting muscle invasion in bladder tumors.

Doğan MB, Gündüz N, Kazan HÖ et al. · 2025 · European journal of radiology

Objective Muscle invasion in bladder cancer is a crucial factor influencing treatment decisions and prognosis. We hypothesize that the integration of tumor shape characteristics with the VI-RADS scoring system improves the predictive…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2025.112104