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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Ali ET, Findlay BL · 2026 · Preprint
Sustainable agriculture has driven increased exploration of microbial inoculants as a promising strategy to boost plant growth for higher yield and enhance secondary metabolism to increase crop nutritional value. However, their influence…
Wang W, Chen Z, Li M et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Fundus fluorescein angiography (FFA) is the gold standard for assessing diabetic retinopathy (DR) severity, but whether different contrast diffusion times affect staging remains unclear. Following two clinical DR staging criteria, we…
Zein MMA, Win KT, Alananzeh I · 2026 · Healthcare informatics research
Objectives This study aims to explore the key factors that enhance engagement in Facebook health support groups among Australian culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities. Methods A cross-sectional online survey was…
Marani N, di Gennaro D, Garotti R et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in psychiatry
Introduction Sensory processing abnormalities represent a high-impact clinical feature in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Sensory alterations can be classified by modality and behavioral responses to stimuli. The…
Ansari D, Bethel JA, Greeneway GP et al. · 2026 · Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.)
Background and objectives Lateral interbody fusion represents a minimally-invasive approach to achieve indirect decompression via disc height restoration and alignment correction in patients with degenerative lumbar spondylolisthesis. If…
White RL, Read QD, Valles SM · 2026 · Journal of invertebrate pathology
Solenopsis invicta virus 3 (SINV3) is a biological control agent against the red imported fire ant, S. invicta. We attempted to improve the virus' effectiveness with organosilicone adjuvants hydroxy trisiloxane [hydroxyTSX] and methoxy…
Rasmussen PL, Rinnan Å, Nielsen SB et al. · 2026 · Food Hydrocolloids.
The utilization of bovine casein for creating casein micelles with properties resembling those in human milk presents an opportunity to bridge the nutritional gap between human milk and infant formula. However, the processing of these…
Williams AJ, Pum JM, Deyoung JK et al. · 2026 · The journal of hand surgery Asian-Pacific volume
Background: The purpose of this study was to compare Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Upper Extremity (UE) and PROMIS Pain Interference (PI) scores before and after carpal tunnel release (CTR) between…
Doumbia M, Yoroba F, Koné B et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract This study evaluates how different physical parameterization schemes affect precipitation simulation in the Bandama watershed (Côte d’Ivoire) using the RegCM5 regional climate model. Thirteen configurations were developed,…
Smurzynska Z, Lerolland E, Siedlecki KL · 2026 · Memory (Hove, England)
Previous research examining the directive function in autobiographical memory in college-aged participants found that recalling autobiographical memories related to physical activity was associated with an increase in subsequent physical…
HOUNGNIBO S, KOUAGOU R, De SOUZA A et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Strategic allocation of conditional incentives aiming at promoting female school attendance within West African Francophone countries can yield substantial household-level welfare gains in many subregions, specifically in Benin…
Fritsch C, Grosdidier M, Gégout-Petit A et al. · 2026 · Theoretical population biology
Hymenoscyphus fraxineus is an invasive forest fungal pathogen that induces severe dieback in European ash populations. The spread of the disease has been closely monitored in France by the forest health survey system which has made it…
Arian Namazi S, Sadeghi S, Kiani M · 2026 · Scientific reports
Several studies have investigated the immediate impact of viewing fantastical television (TV) programs on children's cognitive function; however, the results have been inconsistent. This study experimentally investigates the immediate…
Erfanikia A, Hajikarimi B, Nazari A et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract This study investigates the complex interplay between strategic orientation, internal capabilities, and external environmental forces in shaping the export performance of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). Specifically, it…
Laure T, Boffo M, Konigorski S et al. · 2026 · Preprint
BackgroundOne in four university students face mental health challenges, underscoring the need for effective support systems. Within Erasmus University Rotterdam student wellbeing initiative, we developed a mobile intervention providing…
Edwards MA, Petty SB, Chawla K et al. · 2026 · American journal of surgery
Objectives This retrospective cohort of patients undergoing surgery from 2019 to 2023 evaluated the association between individual-level social drivers of health (SDoH) and postoperative outcomes (length of stay, 30-day mortality, 30-day…
Ghayad C, Menhall A, Makary C et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Background This study aims to determine how Lebanese dentists manage postoperative dental pain following oral surgery, with a specific focus on opioid use in Lebanon. Methods An anonymous online survey was conducted to assess…
Zhai K, Guo Y, Wang L · 2026 · Behavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland)
Short-form videos are online content designed for fragmented mobile viewing, with typical durations of 3 s to 5 min. This consumption pattern disrupts attention-a critical resource for prospective memory (PM)-the ability to remember…
De León Ramirez JI, Pérez Sicairos S, Chávez Méndez JR et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Commercial zeolite Y (CBV 500, Y) from Zeolyst International was used in a Fe ion-exchanged form (FeY) for sonochemical modification at 0.5 or 1 % of divalent, trivalent or a 1:1 molar ratio and at a static pH of 5 and 9. The materials…
Rafay A, Beegun I, Joseph J · 2026 · Facial plastic surgery : FPS
Abstract Septorhinoplasty for both functional and cosmetic purposes is a widely performed operation. As with any surgical intervention, there are inherent risks that include bleeding manifesting as periorbital ecchymosis (PE). PuraBond is…
Gordon SH, Nguyen KH, Biondi-Bonetti B et al. · 2026 · Health affairs scholar
Despite the importance of primary care in disease prevention, few studies have examined behavioral interventions to increase primary care engagement. In partnership with the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, we implemented a…
Lin S, Wei H, Guo C et al. · 2026 · Microbial pathogenesis
Colletotrichum graminicola, the causal agent of maize anthracnose, is responsible for substantial global crop losses. While the fluffy family proteins (FlbA-FlbE, FluG) are known as key upstream activators of asexual development in…
Coticchio G, Taggi M, Innocenti F et al. · 2026 · Fertility and sterility
The transition from an immature oocyte to a normally fertilized zygote is a perilous bridge between gamete and embryo life. Failure can occur during oocyte maturation or in the multiple steps required for fertilization. In assisted…
Bhargavi R, Amirtharaj KSV, Athithan S et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract In aquaculture systems, salinity has a significant impact on physiological function, water quality, and total productivity. This study used a periphyton-based system supported by split bamboo substrate to evaluate the survival and…
Atay A, Samiloglu DCA, Sismanoglu S et al. · 2026 · Odontology
The increasing use of digitally fabricated resin-based materials for definitive dental restorations has raised concerns regarding their biological performance and biocompatibility. This in vitro study evaluated the biocompatibility and…
Pautasso A, Bernardi C, Assom M et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Purpose Proximal humerus fractures (PHFs) are common in the elderly population, but the optimal treatment strategy remains controversial. This study evaluated long-term functional outcomes of conservatively treated PHFs and…
Fan CH, Chen WH, Chou YH et al. · 2026 · Transplantation proceedings
Background Lung transplant recipients often experience depressive symptoms that can negatively impact their health-related quality of life (HRQOL). This study examined the relationship between depression and HRQOL, and whether social…
McCrossan S, Francis EC, Graham F et al. · 2026 · The Journal of craniofacial surgery
Objective To assess the effect of buccal mucosal flaps for cleft palate (CP) repair on dental hygiene and eruption of the posterior molar teeth. Design A retrospective review of CP patients between 2008 and 2015 from our prospective (live)…
Landolsi M, Lakdhar N, Methnani J et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Background Ramadan intermittent fasting (RIF) presents a significant challenge for athletes, often resulting in reduced dietary intake and dehydration, which can cause increased physiological stress. While RIF's effects on various…
Mambadja SJT, Mushaathoni M · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Investor loyalty plays a crucial role in the functioning and survival of an organisation, but it can be difficult to attain. Investor loyalty herein refers to the level of commitment or attachment investors show towards supporting…