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The key may lie in Arctic clouds during winter, as climate models tend to underestimate how much liquid they contain and how much heat they retain. This leads to inaccurate predictions of future warming. The Arctic is one of the coldest...

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SLC35B1 transports ATP into the ER, and its structure offers potential for targeted therapies in diseases linked to ER stress. A team of scientists has solved a long-standing question in cell biology by uncovering how the cell’s primary...

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Limiting warming to 1.5°C could prevent twice the glacier loss seen in a +2.7°C scenario. Even if global temperatures were to stabilize at their current level, about 40 percent of the world’s glaciers are still expected to disappear. A new...

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Portable technology captures molecules in breath to support medical care, from managing diabetes to monitoring newborn development. If you’ve ever waited at the doctor’s office to give a blood sample, you might have wished there were a way...

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Necrosis drives aging and disease by triggering damaging inflammation. Interrupting it may offer new treatments for chronic conditions and improve health in space travel. Necrosis, a form of uncontrolled cell death, may hold one of the...

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“These findings suggest that consuming foods categorized as methyl adaptogens may reduce markers of epigenetic aging.” In a new study published in the journal Aging, researchers led by first author Jamie L. Villanueva from the University...

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A new adaptive optics system reveals stunning, ultra-sharp views of the Sun’s corona—offering an unprecedented look at solar activity and hinting at answers to long-standing space weather questions. In a major breakthrough, scientists from...

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A peaceful-looking spiral galaxy conceals the dramatic aftermath of a massive star’s violent death. Though it appears calm today, astronomers recently turned to Hubble’s sharp eyes to examine the lingering effects of a supernova that lit...

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NASA’s 2001 Mars Odyssey orbiter has captured a breathtaking new view of the massive volcano Arsia Mons rising through morning ice clouds, offering a rare astronaut-like glimpse of the Martian horizon. This marks a shift in Odyssey’s...

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Scientists have developed a groundbreaking quantum interferometry tool that achieves nanometer-scale precision in challenging environments. Researchers at the University of Illinois, led by Physics Professor Paul Kwiat, have unveiled a...

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Cambridge researchers created a quantum sensor using hBN, offering improved magnetic field detection over diamond-based sensors with new imaging possibilities. A team of physicists at the University of Cambridge has achieved a major...

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Quantum science, cellular biology, and high-definition television technology converge in the development of new biosensors. Using hypersensitive quantum sensors inside living cells offers a promising way to track cell growth and diagnose...

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Researchers have found a powerful new antibiotic candidate, lariocidin, that could combat drug-resistant bacteria and transform the fight against antimicrobial resistance. It has been nearly thirty years since a new class of antibiotics...

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Human circadian rhythms remain tied to seasonal sunlight, with genetic differences influencing how individuals respond to day length and shift work. It may be easy to assume that modern conveniences like electric lights and indoor bedrooms...

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Adopting the MIND diet, even later in life, is associated with a reduced risk of developing dementia. As the U.S. population grows older and dementia cases continue to rise, many people are wondering: can anything be done to prevent this...

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A newly discovered velvet worm species is the first ever found in South Africa’s arid Karoo region. In March 2022, Stellenbosch University student Rohan Barnard was exploring a farm in the Swartberg Mountains between Calitzdorp and...

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The paper documents the earliest known evidence of birds nesting in polar regions. Each spring, the Arctic comes alive with the sounds of chirping and the arrival of fluffy hatchlings, as millions of birds gather to raise their young....

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Fossils from Scotland’s East Kirkton Quarry are now dated to 346 million years ago, offering rare insight into vertebrate evolution during Romer’s Gap. In 1984, an amateur paleontologist in Scotland discovered a remarkable fossil: a nearly...

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A new termite treatment blocks molting, spreads through colonies, and kills up to 95% when combined with a chemical lure. Drywood termites, which live hidden inside wooden structures, molt about seven times during their lives. Researchers...

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A molecular reinterpretation of Alice in Wonderland reveals an ancient protein with a surprising function. In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have found that an ancient protein still works even when its molecular structure is...

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The gastrointestinal tract plays a central role in the development of long-term consequences following COVID-19. Scientists from the Medical University of Vienna have made exciting strides in understanding post-COVID syndrome (PCS) and the...

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An animal study finds that consuming nanoplastics is linked to changes in metabolism and liver function. A new animal study suggests that tiny plastic particles found in food and drinks may disrupt glucose metabolism and damage organs like...

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A large study of older women suggests metformin may increase the chance of living to age 90. Scientists are increasingly exploring drugs called gerotherapeutics, treatments that may slow down aging and help people live longer, healthier...

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Litoria tylerantiqua, a 55-million-year-old fossil, is Australia’s oldest known tree frog. It shifts the timeline for frog evolution and underscores the resilience of frogs across mass extinction events. New evidence of Australia’s...

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Ancient tools made from whale bones dating back 20,000 years were found in Spain. The study reveals both early human use of marine resources and shifts in whale feeding behavior. Humans were making tools from whale bones as early as 20,000...

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This primitive, 85-million-year-old marine reptile was a fierce predator, measuring 12 meters in length. Unlike any known elasmosaur, it hunted its prey from above. A group of elasmosaur fossils—among the most well-known in North...

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A massive barred spiral galaxy from 11.1 billion years ago has been discovered, showing star-forming activity and gas dynamics never seen before. It may reshape our understanding of how galaxies like the Milky Way evolved. Astronomers have...

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An international team of astronomers has detected a bizarre cosmic object that pulses with both radio waves and X-rays—something never seen before. Known as ASKAP J1832-0911, this “long-period transient” flashes every 44 minutes and could...

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A groundbreaking study reveals how natural clean hydrogen, buried deep in Earth’s crust, could fuel a greener future. Scientists have cracked the “recipe” for finding underground hydrogen, identifying the geological conditions that allow...

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A Cambrian fossil once thought to be a mollusk ancestor is now identified as a chancelloriid relative, reshaping ideas about early animal evolution. A strange and spiny fossil, once thought to be among the earliest mollusks, has just been...

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New research shows social media use drives depressive symptoms in preteens. As rates of depression and suicide among young people continue to rise, a question has captured experts’ attention: Does social media make kids more depressed, or...

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  What if something as silly as a tickle could unlock mysteries about brain development, social bonding, and even autism? Neuroscientist Konstantina Kilteni thinks it can. Her research delves into why we can’t tickle ourselves, why...

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A glacier in Antarctica is rapidly redirecting ice from a neighboring glacier, revealing a new and urgent dynamic in ice flow with implications for global sea-level rise. A glacier in Antarctica is committing what scientists call “ice...

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Groundwater loss is sinking U.S. cities, threatening infrastructure in densely built areas. A recent study examining the 28 most populous cities in the United States has found that every one of them is sinking to some extent. This includes...

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Researchers have developed an AI system capable of predicting whether and why proteins form sticky clumps, a process associated with over 50 human diseases that impact nearly half a billion people. A new AI tool has made significant...

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Brazilian researchers found that boosting the synthesis of hevin, a glycoprotein naturally secreted by astrocytes, led to enhanced neuronal connectivity in rodents. In Brazil, researchers from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro...

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A new composite material passively keeps solar panels cool, boosting power output by 12.9% and extending their lifespan by more than 200%. An international team of researchers led by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology...

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A new electrode enables scalable hydrogen production from seawater, offering a clean, desalination-free solution for arid coastal regions. Researchers at the University of Sharjah have developed a new technology that can produce clean...

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New research uncovers surprising effects of caffeine on the sleeping brain. Caffeine isn’t just in your morning coffee. It’s also in tea, chocolate, energy drinks, and many popular soft drinks, making it one of the most widely consumed...

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A new study has identified cancer-causing preservatives in lotions, soaps, and cosmetics commonly used by Black and Latina women. More than half of Black and Latina women in a recent South Los Angeles study reported using personal care...

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Structures played an important role in maintaining social connections. New research traces 7,000 years of history in South Arabia to reveal how ancient pastoralists adapted their monument-building practices in response to changing...

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A rare stegosaurian skull discovery in Spain redefines dinosaur evolution and unveils a new group, Neostegosauria. Paleontologists from the Fundación Conjunto Paleontológico de Teruel-Dinópolis have made an exciting discovery. In a new...

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NGC 685, a smaller cousin of our Milky Way, dazzles with youthful energy as newborn stars light up its spiral arms. A brilliant galaxy teeming with young stars is featured in this latest image from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope. This...

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June is a treasure trove for skywatchers, with Venus and Saturn sharing the dawn, Mars cozying up to Regulus at dusk, and Mercury making a shy appearance at sunset. The solstice on June 20 marks the longest day of the year for the Northern...

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Researchers have identified an early postnatal window that allows gene transfer to circulating blood stem cells, advancing the development of potential treatments for genetic disorders. A team of scientists from the San Raffaele-Telethon...

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A Danish research team has cracked the full biosynthesis of Taxol enabling cheaper and eco-friendly production in yeast. Taxol is one of the most trusted chemotherapy drugs for treating breast, ovarian, cervical, and lung cancers. Yet...

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MIT researchers have developed a new membrane that separates various types of fuel by molecular size, potentially eliminating the need for the energy-intensive process of crude oil distillation. Turning crude oil into everyday fuels like...

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Experiments at BESSY II show that during electrolysis, the structure breaks down into ultrathin nickel sheets, exposing the active catalytic centers to the electrolyte. Hydrogen can be produced through the electrolysis of water. When the...

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New research reveals that lithium-rich brines have a chemistry dominated by boron, fundamentally different from typical saline waters. A new study published in Science Advances reveals a surprising twist: much of the world’s lithium is...

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A new Oxford method retrieves proteins from ancient soft tissue, uncovering brain health markers and expanding knowledge of ancient disease and biology. Researchers at the Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, have...