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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 Report

Individual Differences in the Effects of Response Time-Adaptive Multiplication Practice: A Classroom Study on Experience and Effectiveness

van der Velde M, de Boer J, Arslan B et al. · 2026 · Preprint

Background. Multiplication is a key skill in primary education, but traditional teaching methods vary in effectiveness and may not suit individual needs. Adaptive learning systems personalise practice and promote the use of effective study…

View details →DOI: 10.31234/osf.io/gjqun_v1
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Impact of β-glucan addition on long-term starch retrogradation and digestion depends on starch fine molecular structures.

Ma Y, Lai A, Deng X et al. · 2026 · Food chemistry

β-glucan could regulate starch retrogradation and digestion; however, its combined role with starch fine molecular structures remains unknown. Therefore, nine starches were selected, and their retrogradation and digestion properties were…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2026.149328
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Diagnostic yield of gravity based diagnostic thoracentesis in suspected malignant pleural effusion (GBTIME): A pilot study.

Sharma P, Sivaramakrishnan P, Dahal S et al. · 2026 · Respiratory medicine

In malignant pleural effusion (MPE), malignant cells may settle in a gravity-dependent gradient due to the weight of cells. We aimed to compare diagnostic yield of cytology between aspirates from lower, upper and 5th intercostal spaces in…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.rmed.2026.108906
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The effects of acute ketone monoester supplementation on brain insulin responsiveness and cognitive performance: Results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial in older men with overweight.

Nijssen KMR, Adam TC, Mensink RP et al. · 2026 · Metabolism: clinical and experimental

Introduction Nutritional ketosis may prevent age-related cognitive decline, but underlying mechanisms remain unclear. This study investigated acute ketone monoester (KME) supplementation on brain insulin responsiveness and cognitive…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.metabol.2026.156672
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Acute and chronic effects of mixed nuts on energy metabolism in women at cardiometabolic risk: a randomized clinical trial.

Bonifácio DB, da Silva A, Estrada YMF et al. · 2026 · Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD

Background and aims The effect of consuming a mix of Brazilian nuts on energy metabolism has not been explored. Thus, the present study aimed to evaluate the effects of acute and chronic consumption of mixed nuts on markers of energy…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.numecd.2026.104801
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Effects of Partial Replacement of Wheat Bran with Poplar Wood Composite Fiber on Growth Performance, Nutrient Apparent Digestibility, Immune Function, and Gut Microbiota in Growing Pigs.

Fan Y, Gao G, Jiang X et al. · 2026 · Veterinary sciences

The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of partially replacing wheat bran with poplar wood composite fiber (PWCF) on growth performance, immune status, apparent total tract digestibility (ATTD), and gut microbial…

View details →DOI: 10.3390/vetsci13060588
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Carcass traits and gastrointestinal morphological responses to rumen-protected methionine supplementation in grazing beef heifers under tropical conditions.

Lelis ALJ, da Silva LAF, Casali DM et al. · 2026 · Scientific reports

This study evaluated the effects of rumen-protected metabolizable methionine (RPM) supplementation on performance, carcass traits, ruminal morphometry, cecal histology, and meat quality of crossbred heifers finished on Urochloa brizantha…

View details →DOI: 10.1038/s41598-026-58648-y
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Outcome and factors affecting prognosis in treat and extend treatment for neovascular age-related macular degeneration-a real world study.

Akkan Aydogmus FS, Gursoy T, Ozdemir O et al. · 2026 · BMC ophthalmology

Background To evaluate the outcome of treat and extend (T&E) for neovascular age related macular degeneration (nAMD) at 12, 18 and 24 months and the impact of clinical characteristics on treatment success defined as extension of treatment…

View details →DOI: 10.1186/s12886-026-04905-7
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Return to duty after non-surgical treatment of a non-neurological thoracic or lumbar spine fracture in French military patients: a retrospective analysis of 54 patients.

Lines JB, Cungi PJ, Da Silva C et al. · 2026 · BMJ military health

Introduction Non-surgical management of non-neurological thoracic or lumbar spine (TL) fractures seems to provide good results in the civilian population, leading to return to work in most cases. However, data on the military population…

View details →DOI: 10.1136/military-2024-002916
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Dynamic chitosan-hyaluronic acid hydrogels for extrusion printing: Combined effects of polymer molecular weight and carbon nanofillers

García-García A, Goyoaga M, Nuño F et al. · 2026 · Carbohydrate Polymers.

Despite the increasing interest on self-healing hydrogels in the fabrication of customized scaffolds for tissue engineering applications, their optimal printability is still a challenge due to the weak mechanical stability of dynamic…

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A RhoGEF activates RacM to selectively promote motility without affecting macropinocytosis in Entamoeba histolytica.

Shimoyama M, Nakada-Tsukui K, Nozaki T · 2026 · Journal of cell science

Rho guanine nucleotide-exchange factors (RhoGEFs) activate Rho and Rac small GTPases, orchestrating cellular processes, such as actin remodeling, endocytosis and migration. In the protozoan parasite Entamoeba histolytica, the causative…

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Impact of atrial arrhythmias on long-term survival in non-small cell lung cancer patients.

Pu Y, Gampa A, Simon C et al. · 2026 · Journal of investigative medicine : the official publication of the American Federation for Clinical Research

Atrial arrhythmias (AA), including atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter, are a significant clinical problem in oncological patients. The effect of AA on clinical outcome of patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is not…

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Endocrine Disruptive Effects of the Herbicides Linuron, Chloridazon and Metribuzin on Bovine Granulosa Cells.

Kahveci ME, Yigit AA, Kabakci R · 2026 · Reproduction in domestic animals = Zuchthygiene

Linuron, chloridazon and metribuzin are herbicides thought to have potential endocrine disruption (ED) effects. This study investigated the effects of linuron, chloridazon and metribuzin on bovine granulosa cell viability and oestrogen…

View details →DOI: 10.1111/rda.70204
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Development of spirulina-enriched vegan cheese by utilizing soy protein-based emulsion gel as a fat substitute: Effects of spirulina and emulsion gel on texture/rheology, antioxidant and sensory properties.

Kashiri M, Berk B, Yemenicioğlu A · 2026 · International journal of biological macromolecules

This study aimed at utilizing soy protein-based emulsion gel as a fat substitute in spirulina enriched plant-based spreadable cheese (PBC). For this purpose, spirulina enriched vegetable oil-in-water emulsions prepared using soy protein as…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.152131
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Individual Branched-Chain Amino Acid Restriction Alters Body Composition Without Affecting Hemoglobin in Rats Fed a Low Protein Diet.

Jaafar LS, Sous NS, Shehadi HH et al. · 2026 · The Journal of nutrition

Background Emerging evidence suggests that each Branched-chain amino acids (BCAA; leucine, valine, and isoleucine) exert distinct physiological effects. Moreover, leucine and valine, but not isoleucine, are structural components of…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.tjnut.2026.101687
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Recombinant bovine somatotropin at synchronization initiation, but not at embryo transfer, enhances fertility in embryo-recipient heifers: Associations with follicular, luteal, and embryonic outcomes.

Rebeis LM, Baruselli PS, Harden H et al. · 2026 · Journal of dairy science

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of administering 325 mg of recombinant bovine somatotropin (rbST) at the initiation of the synchronization protocol (SYNCd) and/or on the day of embryo transfer (ETd) using a 2 × 2…

View details →DOI: 10.3168/jds.2026-28503
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Gut microbiota contributions to anorexia nervosa pathogenesis: insights from the activity-based anorexia model.

Roubalová R, Luthar J, Procházková P et al. · 2026 · NPJ biofilms and microbiomes

Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a severe eating disorder that profoundly affects quality of life. Despite increasing understanding of the neurobiological basis of the disease, many patients develop a chronic course of illness accompanied by a…

View details →DOI: 10.1038/s41522-026-01055-y
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Impact of parental psychosocial profile on the effectiveness of oral hygiene interventions in preschool children: a randomised controlled clinical trial in a rural population.

Schade AC, Vilella KD, Neves ETB et al. · 2026 · European archives of paediatric dentistry : official journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry

Objective To assess the impact of parental psychosocial profile on the effectiveness of educational interventions aiming to improve oral hygiene among preschool children living in a rural area. Methods A controlled randomised trial…

View details →DOI: 10.1007/s40368-026-01229-4
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Effects of acute adolescent stress on the acquisition and maintenance of intravenous oxycodone self-administration in male and female rats

Gallagher CA, Chandler DJ, Manvich DF · 2025 · Preprint

ABSTRACT Background The persistent threat of the opioid epidemic warrants investigation into risk factors that predispose individuals to opioid use disorder (OUD). Adolescent stress has been linked to enhanced risk for OUD in humans,…

View details →DOI: 10.1101/2025.09.10.675431
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Impact of dietary supplementation of black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens L.) on nutrient digestibility, serum antioxidants, ruminal volatile fatty acids, and abundance of microbial dominant flora in goats

Lu S, Paengkoum S, Chen S et al. · 2025 · Animal Nutrition

This experiment aimed to investigate the potential impact of supplementing different levels of black soldier fly (BSF) on growth performance, serum antioxidants, and ruminal microbiota of goats. Twenty-four native Anglo-Thai male goats…

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Embodied memory for emotional faces: Effects of cardiac cycle phases and post-learning stress on identity and expression memory.

Schommer S, Drost L, Finke J et al. · 2026 · Biological psychology

Human learning and memory are considered 'embodied', but it is unclear which body signals affect which memory facet. We investigated whether ascending cardiac signals affect memory encoding and consolidation. Due to its relevance for…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.biopsycho.2026.109283
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Single- or two-visits endodontic treatment: Impact of irrigants on surface roughness, microhardness, topography, and fracture resistance of root dentin.

Padoin Y, de Pellegrin SF, Castillo DC et al. · 2026 · European journal of oral sciences

This study evaluated the effect of the number of simulated endodontic treatment visits and the type of irrigant on the surface roughness, microhardness, topography, and fracture resistance of root dentin. Bovine roots were distributed into…

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Short course of antimicrobial treatment for uncomplicated enterococcal bacteremia.

Zimmermann V, Fourré N, Senn L et al. · 2026 · European journal of clinical microbiology & infectious diseases : official publication of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology

Purpose Duration of treatment for uncomplicated enterococcal bacteremia is unknown. This study aims to evaluate the clinical outcomes of patients treated with short courses (4-10 days) compared to those receiving longer regimens (11-18…

View details →DOI: 10.1007/s10096-025-05348-6
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Randomized Phase 3 Comparison of a 2-Dose and 3-Dose Regimen of a Detoxified Toxin A/B <i>Clostridioides difficile</i> Vaccine in Adults 50 Years and Older.

Crook G, Lamberth E, Lockhart SP et al. · 2026 · Open forum infectious diseases

This phase 3 trial compared immunogenicity and safety of 2-dose versus 3-dose PF-06425090 Clostridioides difficile vaccine regimens in ≥50-year-olds (N = 1994) at increased C difficile infection risk. Because C difficile toxin-A but not C…

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