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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Guo C, Downey H, Stein JS · 2026 · Preprint
Introduction: Delay discounting is a behavioral measure of how much a person devalues a reward due to a delay in receiving it (i.e., preferring a smaller reward to a larger one simply because the larger one will be given in a certain…
Gao W, He X, Xu Y et al. · 2026 · BMC psychiatry
Objective Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic drug which is effective in the treatment of schizophrenia (SCZ). Olanzapine exhibits significant pharmacokinetic variability and is associated with a higher propensity for metabolic…
Sözüçok BA, Sözüçok T, Seven I et al. · 2026 · Cortex; a journal devoted to the study of the nervous system and behavior
This study examined sound-shape matching performance (the bouba-kiki effect) in Turkish-speaking children with speech sound disorders (SSD) and their typically developing (TD) peers. Participants included 60 children aged 51-71 months: 30…
Thai AB, Dreier MJ, Hamilton JL · 2026 · Suicide & life-threatening behavior
Introduction Adolescents engage in non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) and social media more than any other age group. To understand the role of adolescents' subjective social media experiences in NSSI, this study examined the relationships…
Izuka O, Ogbonna I, Chidomere I et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Background: Acute bacterial meningitis (ABM) remains a significant public health concern in resource-limited settings like Nigeria. It is a frequent neurologic emergency among children and often presents at under-resourced medical…
Meidani M, Nasseri F, Rostamian A et al. · 2026 · Iranian journal of pathology
Background & objective Tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) inhibitors are widely used in rheumatologic diseases but may increase the risk of primary tuberculosis (TB) infection or reactivation. Purified protein derivative (PPD) conversion…
Mualip N, Jeplin RG, Hashim J · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Background: Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into health professions education, yet its impact on academic performance remains unclear. While previous studies have examined overall AI usage, limited research…
Imannezhad M, Saberi-Karimian M, Darroudi S et al. · 2026 · Health science reports
Background and aims Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a worldwide health concern, with factors like poor nutrition and environmental conditions contributing to the burden of CVD and its mortality. Height and other anthropometric indices…
Barrera-Domínguez FJ, Talpey S, Li F et al. · 2026 · Journal of sports sciences
Asymmetries are practical indicators of basketball players performance; however, longitudinal evidence remains limited. The aims of this study were to: (i) examine the variation of inter-limb asymmetry across three different time points…
Georgieva V · 2026 · Preprint
The European Green Deal places environmental taxation at the centre of decarbonisation policies. Nevertheless, the empirical evidence for its effectiveness as an incentive for capital eco-investments remains limited, particularly at the…
Sekmen S, Hursoy N, Panc K et al. · 2026 · Clinical imaging
Aim This study aims to explore the correlation between background parenchymal enhancement (BPE) observed in breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and the presence of breast cancer. Materials and methods A total of 761 patients (326…
Atabay FE, Altin D · 2026 · Nutrition (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.)
Background Orthorexia nervosa (ON) is characterized by an excessive preoccupation with consuming healthy foods, which may lead to dietary restrictions, psychological distress, and social isolation. Despite its increasing recognition, ON is…
Kidd A, Colee J, Perez-Rodriguez V et al. · 2025 · Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association
The objective of this study was to determine if the time to any antimicrobial administration, as well as time to appropriate antimicrobial administration, impacted hospitalization time of dogs diagnosed with sepsis. Records from 175 dogs…
Suss SJ Jr, Kimbler A, Baker AE et al. · 2026 · Developmental cognitive neuroscience
Anxiety symptoms often escalate in peri-adolescence (ages 10-13 years), a sensitive period when puberty-related changes occur in neural systems implicated in psychopathology. Greater amygdala activation and altered functional connectivity…
Vosoughi S, Adineh M, Kardooni A et al. · 2026 · ARYA atherosclerosis
Background Primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PPCI) is considered the gold standard for ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) treatment. While door-to-device (DTD) time critically influences outcomes, its combined impact with…
Durmuş Hİ, Polat ME · 2025 · Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research
BACKGROUND Maxillofacial fractures represent one of the most common forms of traumatic injuries, affecting both function and aesthetics, and are associated with significant morbidity and long-term sequelae. The incidence and distribution…
Eff ARY, Yuliana S, Afifah NN et al. · 2026 · Journal of advanced pharmaceutical technology & research
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in children necessitates the use of a variety of drugs to reduce disease progression and manage complications. Polypharmacy is common in children with CKD, which can increase the occurrence of harmful drug…
Falkenried J, Ahmadi E, Davitian K et al. · 2026 · Patient education and counseling
Background Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is increasingly utilized by cancer patients seeking additional ways to manage their health. Understanding how patient activation influences CAM usage and interest can guide more…
Akyurek G, Gündoğmuş E, Ateş D · 2026 · Work (Reading, Mass.)
BackgroundShift work is a common requirement in healthcare settings to ensure 24-h continuity of care; however, it is associated with increased stress, disrupted circadian rhythms, and decreased job satisfaction among nurses. While…
Hébert ET, Bataineh BS, Marti CN et al. · 2026 · Substance use & misuse
Introduction Vaping-related content is prevalent on social media, including industry-sponsored advertising and user-generated content that normalizes use. While previous research suggests a link between social media exposure and vaping,…
Kheto P, Pallerla S, Bhattacharjee K et al. · 2026 · Clinical child psychology and psychiatry
BackgroundEmotional and behavioral problems (EBPs) in children significantly influence developmental domains, including interpersonal relationships, academic performance, and life skills.MethodsA cross-sectional study was adopted with…
Kizito S, Ssewamala FM, Nabayinda J et al. · 2026 · Journal of acquired immune deficiency syndromes (1999)
Background We compared the performance of self-reports, pill counts, and electronic adherence measures in monitoring antiretroviral therapy (ART) adherence and association with viral suppression among adolescents living with HIV (ALHIV).…
Quesada JA, Bertomeu-Gonzalez V, Cordero A et al. · 2026 · Menopause (New York, N.Y.)
Objectives Early and premature menopause are positively associated with coronary heart disease and stroke, but there is less evidence regarding its relationship with the onset of diabetes. The primary objective of this study is to assess…
Han MD, Shimchuk A, Dosoudil E et al. · 2026 · Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Background Maxillary incisal display (MID) is a key feature in orthodontic and orthognathic surgical planning that critically impacts esthetics and forms the basis for the vertical positioning of the maxilla. In orthognathic surgical…
Tualeka AR, Aziz MY, Perumal V et al. · 2025 · Preprint
Background: Car painting workers are at risk of health problems, particularly kidney disorders, due to exposure to solvents containing benzene as the main ingredient in the car painting process. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to…
Morcel B, Yordanov Y, Mercier E et al. · 2026 · Scandinavian journal of trauma, resuscitation and emergency medicine
Background While volume-outcome relationships for non-traumatic out-of-hospital cardiac arrest have been reported in hospital settings, the impact of prehospital exposure, particularly for the rare and clinically complex entity of…
Setiawan Y, Abdullah AG, Salam H · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Despite growing digital integration in education, teachers' cybersecurity practices remain inadequately understood, particularly in developing contexts. This study examines the relationships between cybersecurity knowledge,…
Arqueros M, Soler J, Cebolla A et al. · 2026 · Human psychopharmacology
Objective 'Ego dissolution' refers to a temporary state characterized by diminished self-referential processing, which leads to a breakdown of personal boundaries and an enhanced sense of unity with the environment. Both psychedelics, such…
Cura ŞÜ, Atay S, Çimen M et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Background Artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted applications are becoming widespread in nursing practice and are creating a significant transformation in care processes. While this transformation may influence nurses’ perceptions…
Gilani MT, Mafi N, Mashhadi L et al. · 2026 · Annals of cardiac anaesthesia
Background Intraoperative cardiac complications may result from an imbalance between myocardial oxygen supply and demand or from plaque rupture. Electrocardiographic (ECG) alterations in the ST-segment observed during surgery or anesthesia…