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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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Short NoteMedicine

DNA repair-associated nucleases induce double-strand breaks following sequential exposure to UVA1 and UVB.

Narimichi, Komaki, Suzuki et al. · 2026 · Photochemical & photobiological sciences : Official journal of the European Photochemistry Association and the European Society for Photobiology

Solar UV comprises UVA and UVB; each exerts distinct biological effects, while their combined impact is not yet fully understood. We previously reported that human keratinocytes exposed to UVA1 followed by UVB irradiation exhibited severe…

View details →DOI: 10.1007/s43630-026-00874-4
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Inpatient Opioid Use in Head and Neck Microvascular Free Flap Reconstruction.

Timothee, Bliss, Blumenthal et al. · 2026 · Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

The primary objective is to determine whether patients undergoing osseous microvascular free flap reconstruction of head and neck defects have higher inpatient pain requirements than those undergoing nonosseous reconstruction. Secondary…

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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

The effect of horticultural activity program on internet addiction, social skills, and stress levels in children: A randomized controlled trial.

Kacar, Ayaz-Alkaya · 2026 · Journal of pediatric nursing

Internet addiction is a growing problem among children and adolescents. Pathological internet use may lead to psychological and social issues. More effective and innovative interventions are needed to promote the mental health of children.…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.pedn.2026.02.035
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Effect of titanium dioxide nanotubes in Ca(OH)2-based intracanal medicaments on odontoblast-like cells.

Lopes, Costa, Nociti Junior et al. · 2026 · Brazilian oral research

This study investigated the effects of incorporating 3wt% titanium dioxide nanotubes (nTiO2) into calcium hydroxide [Ca(OH)2]-based intracanal medicament (ICM) formulations on the proliferation, viability, and mitochondrial metabolic…

View details →DOI: 10.1590/1807-3107bor-2026.vol40.002
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Effect of Tranexamic Acid Administration on the State of Pial Arterial Vessels in Rats with Acute Hemorrahage and Hypothermia.

Melnikova · 2025 · Bulletin of experimental biology and medicine

Using in vivo microscopy, changes in the diameter of pial arterial microvessels were studied in rats with modeled moderate acute blood loss followed by whole-body cooling against the background of a single administration of tranexamic acid…

View details →DOI: 10.1007/s10517-026-06603-2
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

The Effect of Anti-TNF Group Drugs on Thyroid Function in Patients with ‎Rheumatoid Arthritis and Ankylosing Spondylitis.

Tuncekin, Toprak · 2026 · Iranian journal of immunology : IJI

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and ankylosing spondylitis (AS) are chronic autoimmune inflammatory disorders in which TNF-α plays a key role. Anti-TNF agents are widely used in the management of these diseases. Since TNF-α is also…

View details →DOI: 10.22034/iji.2026.107743.3081
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Influence of Environmental Factors on the Growth of Colletotrichum godetiae, Causal Agents of Olive Anthracnose in Spain.

Expósito-Díaz, Medina, Moral · 2026 · Environmental microbiology reports

Olive anthracnose, the most critical disease affecting fruit and oil quality, is caused by Colletotrichum species, with C. godetiae dominant in Italian and Spanish orchards. Climate change could exacerbate its impact, particularly through…

View details →DOI: 10.1111/1758-2229.70276
Failed Experiment ReportMedicine

Early onset radiation-induced leukoencephalopathy in patients treated for a glioblastoma by STUPP protocol and risk factors evaluation, an ancillary study of the phase III ASTER protocol.

Balcerac, Cuzzubbo, Bompaire et al. · 2026 · Revue neurologique

Since 2005, the standard treatment for newly diagnosed glioblastoma involves radiotherapy combined with concomitant and adjuvant temozolomide (TMZ), as per the Stupp protocol. A known long-term complication of radiotherapy is…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.neurol.2026.01.005
Abandoned HypothesisMedicine

Board gender diversity and emissions performance: Insights from panel regressions, machine learning, and explainable AI.

Shakil, Pollestad, Kyaw et al. · 2026 · Journal of environmental management

With European Union initiatives mandating gender quotas on corporate boards, a key question arises: Is greater board gender diversity (BGD) associated with better emissions performance (EP)? To answer this question, we examine the…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2026.128776
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Preservation of preoperative CPAK is not associated with improved clinical outcomes one-year after functionally aligned robot-assisted TKA.

Pujol, Minguell, Pijoan et al. · 2025 · Journal of orthopaedics

To determine if maintaining the preoperative CPAK class influences on clinical outcomes when performing a functional aligned robotic assisted TKA (RATKA). This prospective cohort study compared patients who maintained their preoperative…

View details →DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2025.06.030
Replication FailureMedicine

The use of a smartphone application to influence the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) of patients towards a better glaucoma medication compliance.

Tsoi, Zhu, Wong et al. · 2026 · Health education research

Glaucoma is a chronic eye disease that requires consistent and timely eye drop medication management. However, suboptimal treatment outcomes of glaucoma patients were attributed to poor medication compliance. To address this problem, the…

View details →DOI: 10.1093/her/cyaf051
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Sleep and Haemophilia-A Case-Control Analysis of Associated Factors.

Schmidt, Brühl, Möllers et al. · 2026 · Haemophilia : the official journal of the World Federation of Hemophilia

Sufficient sleep is essential for maintaining both physical and mental health, yet data on sleep health among persons with haemophilia (PwH) remain limited. This study aimed to assess sleep in PwH compared to healthy controls (Con) and…

View details →DOI: 10.1111/hae.70217
Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

The Impact of Age on Military Trauma Outcomes: A Retrospective Analysis.

Akler, Gelman, Radomislensky et al. · 2026 · The Israel Medical Association journal : IMAJ

Age is a well-established prognostic factor in civilian trauma, where adverse outcomes increase with ages. Whether this pattern holds true in military trauma, where populations, injury mechanisms, and systems of care differ fundamentally,…

Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Evaluation of prognostic biomarkers for exacerbation frequency in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Albayrak · 2026 · Revista da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992)

Systemic inflammation is closely associated with acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and may reflect the risk of future exacerbations. Blood-based inflammatory biomarkers represent simple and practical tools for…

View details →DOI: 10.1590/1806-9282.20251626
Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Well-being Index Scores and Subjective Health Status of Korean Healthcare Workers

Yoonhee Shin, Bohyun Park, Nam-eun Kim et al. · 2022 · Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health

Objectives The aim of this study was to evaluate the subjective level of health-related quality of life of Korean healthcare workers using various quality-of-life instruments. Methods This study included 992 participants, who were doctors and nurses. A survey was conducted between November 28 and December 4, 2019. Data from 954 participants divided into 3 groups (physicians, residents, and nurses) were analyzed. Four measurement tools (29 questions) were used in the survey to evaluate subjective health status and well-being. Results In the Mayo Well-being Index, burnout during work (88.5%) and

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessDiseases of the musculoskeletal system

Dry needling on latent and active myofascial trigger points versus oral diclofenac in patients with knee osteoarthritis: a randomized controlled trial

Yan-Tao Ma, Yu-Lin Dong, Bo Wang et al. · 2023 · BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders

Abstract Background Latent and active myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in knee-associated muscles may play a key role in pain management among patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of dry needling treatment on pain intensity, disability, and range of motion (ROM) in patients with KOA. Methods This randomized, single-blinded, clinical trial was carried out for 6 weeks of treatment and 6-month follow-up. A total of 98 patients met the entry criteria and were randomly assigned to the dry needling latent and active myofascial trigger point (M

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessDiseases of the circulatory (Cardiovascular) system

To Ultrasound or not to Ultrasound: A REBOA Femoral Access Analysis from the ABOTrauma and AORTA Registries

Juan Duchesne, David McGreevy, Kristofer Nilsson et al. · 2020 · Journal of Endovascular Resuscitation and Trauma Management

Background: Resuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta (REBOA) is becoming a standardized adjunct in the management of non-compressible hemorrhage. Ultrasound (US)-guided femoral access has been taught as the best practice for femoral artery cannulation. However, there is a lack of evidence to support its use in patients in extremis with severe hemorrhage. We hypothesize that no differences in outcome will exist between US-guided and to blind percutaneous or cutdown access methods. Methods: This was an international, multicenter retrospective review of all patients managed with

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessDiseases of the circulatory (Cardiovascular) system

Assessment of Subclinical Left Ventricular Dysfunction in Patients with Chronic Mitral Regurgitation Using Torsional Parameters Described by Tissue Doppler Imaging

Zahra Ojaghi-Haghighi, Atoosa Mostafavi, Hassan Moladoust et al. · 2015 · Journal of Tehran University Heart Center

Background: Left ventricular (LV) twist is due to oppositely directed apical and basal rotation and has been proposed as a sensitive marker of LV function. We sought to assess the impact of chronic pure mitral regurgitation (MR) on the torsional mechanics of the left human ventricle using tissue Doppler imaging. Methods: Nineteen severe MR patients with a normal LV ejection fraction and 16 non-MR controls underwent conventional echocardiography and apical and basal short-axis color Doppler myocardial imaging (CDMI). LV rotation at the apical and basal short-axis levels was calculated from the