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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

Intravenous dexmedetomidine and blood loss during cesarean delivery under neuraxial anesthesia: a single-center retrospective study (2012-2016).

Yoshimura M, Sakamoto S, Nakanishi T et al. · 2026 · International journal of obstetric anesthesia

Background Intravenous dexmedetomidine may be given to reduce shivering and discomfort during cesarean delivery under neuraxial anesthesia. Dexmedetomidine lowers heart rate and blood pressure, reduces catecholamine release, may have a…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.ijoa.2026.104868
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Changing portion size labels of main courses to encourage selection of smaller portions when dining out: A randomized controlled field experiment.

Hua SV, Roberto CA, Yam E et al. · 2026 · Appetite

Large portions contribute to excess consumption. We tested whether a portion size labeling intervention influenced consumers to select smaller lunch portions. Two cafés introduced a reduced-sized main course (half the original size and…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.appet.2026.108494
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

The impact of tracheal intubation attempts on chest compression fraction during pediatric CPR: a report from the Videography in Pediatric Resuscitation (VIPER) collaborative.

Jariyasakoolroj T, O'Connell K, MacDonald T et al. · 2026 · Resuscitation

Aim To examine the association between tracheal intubation (TI) attempts and chest compression (CC) pauses on chest compression fraction (CCF) during pediatric CPR across a network of emergency departments. Methods Prospective…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.resuscitation.2026.111018
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Early high-dose vitamin C for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: the VITaCCA randomized clinical trial.

Rozemeijer S, Dubois EA, de Grooth HJ et al. · 2026 · Intensive care medicine

Background Besides temperature management, there is currently no effective therapy to decrease the burden of post-cardiac arrest syndrome. The pleiotropic effects of vitamin C may improve clinical outcome. Purpose This trial investigated…

View details →DOI: 10.1007/s00134-026-08492-5
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Deciphering serotonin's functional role in postharvest: Fruit-specific preservation of red fruit quality.

Arabia A, Muñoz P, Álvarez-Real S et al. · 2026 · Plant science : an international journal of experimental plant biology

Serotonin is a widely conserved signaling molecule essential for plant development and stress responses, but its role in fruit postharvest physiology remains largely unexplored. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of 100 μM exogenous…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.plantsci.2026.113003
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Lactated Ringer's Solution at a Standard Infusion Rate in Post-endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography Pancreatitis Prevention: A Retrospective Comparative Study.

Ko T, Sakai A, Nakano R et al. · 2026 · Digestive diseases and sciences

Background Post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) pancreatitis is a common complication, and its prevention remains challenging. Although aggressive infusion of lactated Ringer's solution (hereafter Lactated Ringer's)…

View details →DOI: 10.1007/s10620-026-09794-w
Negative / Null Result Report

Using Narrative to Explain Uncertainty in Climate Change

Freeman G, Rousseau A, Brunton M et al. · 2025 · Preprint

Abstract This study presents the findings on the use of narrative when communicating complex scientific uncertainties. A growing body of evidence in narrative cognition and communication has shown promise for the use of narrative in…

View details →DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-7860451/v1
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Longitudinal Reliability of Rheumatology Patient Safety Measures and Implications for CMS Case Minimums.

Roberts ET, Schmajuk G, Fitzpatrick J et al. · 2026 · Joint Commission journal on quality and patient safety

Background Metrics with acceptable reliability are necessary to ensure that quality measures reward performance. Low metric reliability may result from a lack of differences between reporting entities or low numbers of eligible patients.…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.jcjq.2026.01.008
Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Long-term changes in overjet in individuals with and without orthodontic treatment : A 30-year cohort study.

Bokan J, Schmid JQ, Middelberg C et al. · 2026 · Journal of orofacial orthopedics = Fortschritte der Kieferorthopadie : Organ/official journal Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Kieferorthopadie

Purpose Large overjet increases the risk of traumatic dental injury (TDI). This study, part of the Münster Long-Term Study (MLS), aimed to investigate long-term changes in overjet with or without orthodontic treatment and to evaluate…

View details →DOI: 10.1007/s00056-025-00633-7
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Hypopressive exercises for diastasis recti and pelvic floor symptoms in postpartum women: A randomized trial.

Moreira SE, Debs AL, de Oliveira EH et al. · 2026 · Brazilian journal of physical therapy

Background Diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) is a common postpartum condition that can persist for months, impair abdominal function, and negatively affect quality of life. Despite its prevalence, there is no gold standard treatment.…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2026.101584
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Aspirin monotherapy or DAPT after CABG in ACS? Insights from the TACSI Trial.

Narayan P · 2025 · Indian journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery

Dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) is recommended after acute coronary syndrome (ACS), but evidence in coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) patients is limited. The TACSI (Dual Antiplatelet Therapy with Ticagrelor and Acetylsalicylic Acid…

View details →DOI: 10.1007/s12055-025-02121-4
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

High-flow nasal cannula improves pulmonary gas exchange during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography: A single-center randomized controlled trial.

Martínez-Ocón J, Pérez M, Calvo A et al. · 2026 · Journal of clinical anesthesia

Background Sedation during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography procedures (ERCP) increases the risk of hypoxemia and the need for respiratory support in high-risk patients. High flow nasal cannula (HFNC) provides humidified gas…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2026.112189
Negative / Null Result Report

Effectiveness of an mHealth Exercise Program on Fall Incidence, Fall Risk, and Fear of Falling in Nursing Home Residents: The Cluster Randomized Controlled BeSt Age Trial

Diener J, Krafft J, Rayling S et al. · 2025 · Preprint

The global rise in nursing home (NH) populations presents substantial challenges, as residents frequently experience physical and cognitive decline, low physical activity, and high fall risk. This study evaluated the effectiveness of the…

View details →DOI: 10.20944/preprints202511.1418.v1
Negative / Null Result Report

Dexamethasone as an Adjuvant to Erector Spinae Plane Block in Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial on Postoperative Recovery and Pain chronification

Linares LAR, Martinez RCR, Carvalho VH et al. · 2026 · Preprint

Abstract Background and Objectives: Pain control after cardiac surgery remains suboptimal, and concerns about neuraxial techniques under anticoagulation limit the use of thoracic epidurals. The erector spinae plane (ESP) block offers a…

View details →DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-8308763/v1
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Use of Virtual Reality for Pain Relief During Cervical Conization Under Local Anesthesia: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Michaan N, Michaan N, Laskov I et al. · 2026 · Journal of lower genital tract disease

Objectives Cervical conization (loop electrosurgical excision procedure) under local anesthesia is often associated with anxiety and procedural pain. Virtual reality (VR) glasses may enhance patient experience and reduce discomfort during…

View details →DOI: 10.1097/lgt.0000000000000928
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Incidence, Predictors, and Outcomes of Stroke Following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation: A Multicenter Australian Experience.

Butala AD, Nanayakkara S, Johnston R et al. · 2026 · The American journal of cardiology

Stroke is a serious complication following transcatheter aortic valve implantation, associated with increased disability and mortality. Despite this, there is a lack of patient-level data examining stroke in contemporary, lower-risk…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2026.03.005
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Letter to the Editor: Comment on Adamovich-Zeitlina et al's "Clinical Outcomes of Boston Type 1 Keratoprosthesis With and Without Endophthalmitis During the Covid-19 Pandemic".

Geoffrion D, Mikhail D, Rizk M et al. · 2025 · Ocular immunology and inflammation

Authors reported an 18% rate of endophthalmitis in Boston type 1 keratoprosthesis (KPro) patients, higher than previously reported rates. Most cases occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic, likely due to reduced access to care. Bandage…

View details →DOI: 10.1080/09273948.2025.2583219
Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Bleeding prevention with desmopressin for allograft kidney biopsies: a double-blind randomized study.

Pacini GS, Manfro AG, Schuchmann RA et al. · 2026 · Clinical kidney journal

Background Percutaneous kidney allograft biopsy is essential for evaluating graft dysfunction, but post-procedural bleeding remains the most frequent complication, particularly among recipients with impaired renal function. Desmopressin…

View details →DOI: 10.1093/ckj/sfag083
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

The effect of copper ions on cultured rat glial cells of the cerebral cortex under the action of lipopolysaccharide.

Stelmashook EV, Genrikhs EE, Alexandrova OP et al. · 2025 · Biomeditsinskaia khimiia

Copper ions (Cu2+) at concentrations of 25-50 μM stimulate lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced nitric oxide (NO) production in glial cell cultures derived from rat cerebral cortex and containing both astrocytes and microglia. Addition of a…

View details →DOI: 10.18097/pbmcr1597
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Long-Term Effect of Multivitamin Supplementation on Incident Self-Reported Hypertension and Blood Pressure Changes in the COSMOS Trial.

Hamaya R, Li S, Lau J et al. · 2026 · American journal of hypertension

Background Multivitamin-multimineral (MVM) supplements have been associated with lower blood pressure (BP) in several small trials. We investigated the effects of a MVM on incident hypertension and BP in a secondary analysis of the COcoa…

View details →DOI: 10.1093/ajh/hpaf224
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Maladaptive Trained Immunity Drives Persistent IL-6 Production and Enhanced TLR Responsiveness in Monocyte-Derived Macrophages from People Living with HIV.

Dubrovsky L, Pushkarsky T, Brichacek B et al. · 2026 · Microorganisms

Trained immunity (TRIM) enhances innate immune responses through epigenetic and metabolic reprogramming but may become maladaptive, contributing to chronic inflammation. In people living with HIV (PLWH), maladaptive TRIM has been proposed…

View details →DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms14020355
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Combined Propofol and Dexmedetomidine Is Associated with Lower Mortality but Not Delirium After Cardiovascular Surgery: A Retrospective Cohort Study Using an Administrative Claims Database.

Tamoto M, Kai S, Yoshida H et al. · 2026 · Journal of cardiothoracic and vascular anesthesia

Objectives To compare the real-world effectiveness of combined propofol and dexmedetomidine (PRODEX) sedation with propofol monotherapy on survival and postoperative delirium (POD) in a large nationwide cohort of patients undergoing…

View details →DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2025.11.037