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Experts say the ocean could help remove vast amounts of carbon dioxide, but the technologies are still shaky and hard to verify. With warming accelerating, residual emissions from aviation, shipping, and industry mean carbon removal will...

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Researchers found that a non-absorbed antibiotic can trigger gut bacteria to make longevity-promoting compounds. A research team has discovered a method for turning the bacteria that live in animal digestive systems to function like...

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GLP-1 drugs may protect the liver but raise blood alcohol levels. Yale researchers are investigating how this dual effect impacts health. Anti-obesity drugs such as semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy), are showing potential beyond obesity...

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It could someday also be useful in treating other cancers influenced by the same enzyme, such as glioma, pancreatic cancer, and thyroid carcinoma. Scientists at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) have created a new molecule that...

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Scientists have uncovered evidence of classic turbulence occurring within swarms of rising gas bubbles. An international team of scientists from the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR), Johns Hopkins University, and Duke University...

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Researchers have created a device that generates mechanical power at night by harnessing the natural temperature difference between warm ground and the cold of outer space. Engineers at the University of California, Davis, have created a...

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A breakthrough in manipulating dark excitons could pave the way for next-generation quantum communication systems and ultra-compact photonic devices. A research group from the City University of New York and the University of Texas at...

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Researchers used IBM’s quantum computers to create scalable quantum circuits that simulate matter under extreme conditions, offering new insight into fundamental forces and the origins of the universe. Simulating how matter behaves under...

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New research indicates that early Martian volcanoes may have emitted reactive sulfur gases that warmed the planet and supported conditions suitable for microbial life. Although scientists are still working to understand what Mars was like...

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An exoplanet completely or densely covered by clouds could aid astronomers in their search for signs of life beyond Earth. Cloudy skies may spoil a picnic or block a view of the stars through a telescope, but thick cloud layers on distant...

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NGC 1511’s chaotic history with nearby galaxies has left it connected by gas streams and littered with warped structures. Its energetic star-forming regions offer astronomers a chance to study how gas cycles between clouds and stars. A...

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Study from Bielefeld finds major departure from the standard model. How fast and in what direction is our solar system moving through space? This question, though simple in appearance, plays a central role in testing modern cosmological...

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An analysis of 70 plastic children’s products sold in Brazil found that most samples were chemically contaminated, with toxin levels reaching up to 15 times above legal limits, and barium, lead, chromium, and antimony being the most...

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Researchers have discovered a defect in how cells produce exosomes, a problem linked to a mutation found in patients with dementia. They may be incredibly small, but their impact on human health could be enormous. Scientists at Aarhus...

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Researchers discovered that a nutrient-matched, plant-based diet could prevent and reverse a hidden form of heart disease in hypertensive rats. A new study from researchers in the Institute for Biomedical Sciences at Georgia State...

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A Swedish ingot once believed to be from the Bronze Age has revealed, through cutting-edge analysis and international collaboration, new clues about Iron Age metal networks in the Baltic region. Archaeologists in Sweden have uncovered a...

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A new “dairy barn of the future” merges animal freedom, smart tech, and transparent research to redefine modern farming. Family herds with access to open pastures rather than spending every day in crowded barns under social stress: a...

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Researchers discovered a prehistoric ecosystem filled with giant marine reptiles, revealing an unparalleled level of food web complexity. Predators that dominated the oceans 130 million years ago were even more powerful than any species...

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A devil-horned bee discovered in Western Australia sheds light on how little we still know about native pollinators. A newly identified native bee with tiny, horn-like projections on its face has been named Megachile (Hackeriapis) lucifer,...

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Experiments reveal how estrogen enhances dopamine and cognitive function. Hormones are known to have powerful effects on the brain, influencing mood, motivation, and decision-making. Yet, the precise biological mechanisms behind these...

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After centuries of fascination and speculation, scientists have finally uncovered the secret behind chameleons’ mesmerizing, independently moving eyes. Chameleons’ roaming eyes have captivated and mystified scientists since ancient Greece....

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Although cancer becomes more common as people get older, individuals of very advanced age appear to face a lower threat. New research from Stanford University demonstrates this pattern in mice and investigates how later-life biological...

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New research suggests that when vitamin D levels drop low enough, depression becomes more common, but not in a simple, one-directional way. A large new review finds that adults with lower vitamin D levels are more likely to have...

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Scientists tested the substance on rats with positive results and are now seeking partnerships with pharmaceutical companies to conduct clinical trials. A research team at the Federal University of ABC (UFABC) in Brazil has created a new...

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Research confirms that a weakening circulation is driving the South Greenland anomaly. For more than 100 years, a persistent pocket of unusually cold water south of Greenland has stood out against the steady warming of the Atlantic Ocean....

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Scientists have uncovered a hidden geological process where fragments of continents are slowly stripped from below and swept deep into the oceanic mantle, sparking volcanic activity in unexpected ocean regions. Earth scientists have...

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A record-shattering Pacific storm in 2024 unleashed waves so massive they were visible from space. In December 2024, a massive Pacific storm generated oceanic waves of unprecedented scale, with orbiting satellites documenting swells that...

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Hubble’s stunning view of NGC 4102 reveals a seemingly calm spiral galaxy hiding a quietly powerful supermassive black hole at its center. Wrapped in thick gas, the galaxy’s core glows softly across multiple wavelengths, betraying the...

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The team discovered that the surface might contain liquid water, an essential ingredient for life. Astronomers from the University of California, Irvine have discovered a planet orbiting within the “habitable zone” of its host star, a...

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Scientists discovered a striking melanoma hotspot in agricultural counties of Pennsylvania, where cropland and herbicide use appear closely tied to higher cancer rates. The link persisted even when sunlight exposure and socioeconomic...

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A study finds that long-term keto dieting may come with hidden metabolic costs. A recent study from the University of Utah Health, published in Science Advances, explores how the ketogenic diet affects the body over long periods and raises...

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Researchers found that measuring a quantum clock consumes vastly more energy than the clock’s own operation—up to a billion times more. By tracking single-electron jumps, they discovered that the act of turning quantum events into...

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Scientists have uncovered how tiny magnetic waves can produce electric signals inside materials, potentially transforming computing efficiency. The discovery could lead to ultrafast, low-power chips that merge magnetic and electric systems...

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Far above Earth, scientists are using quantum sensors to listen for the faintest whispers of unseen forces that may weave through the universe. Scientists are constantly searching for new clues about the hidden forces that may exist beyond...

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University of Tokyo researchers have created a powerful new microscope that captures both forward- and back-scattered light at once, letting scientists see everything from large cell structures to tiny nanoscale particles in a single shot....

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Researchers in Japan found that although the Alzheimer’s drug lecanemab successfully removes amyloid plaques from the brain, it does not restore the brain’s waste-clearing system within the first few months of treatment. The study suggests...

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New research reveals that tirzepatide and semaglutide both offer strong, early heart-protective effects. A major new investigation from Mass General Brigham has directly compared the heart-protective effects of two popular diabetes...

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Scientists in Brazil and Germany developed a new plant-based meat using sunflower flour. The product delivers strong nutritional benefits, including protein, healthy fats, and key minerals. Its neutral taste and sustainable, non-GMO origin...

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In Montana’s ancient rocks, scientists uncovered the tiny remains of a land-dwelling crocodyliform that challenges what we thought we knew about crocodile evolution. Around 95 million years ago, a small crocodyliform affectionately called...

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Upwelling of deep water rich in phosphorus supports an N-fixing symbiont that lives on Sargassum algae, giving the algae a competitive advantage. By early June of this year, roughly 38 million tons of Sargassum had drifted toward the...

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Using robotic evolution, UC San Diego scientists trained bacteria to produce more of the pigment that powers octopus camouflage. Genetic analysis revealed key mutations that turned the microbes into highly efficient pigment factories....

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Scientists have discovered that the body can naturally dull pain through its own localized “benzodiazepine-like” peptides. A groundbreaking study led by a University of Leeds scientist has unveiled new insights into how the body manages...

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Scientists have discovered that acetaminophen doesn’t only work in the brain, it also blocks pain directly in nerve endings. Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have found that acetaminophen doesn’t only act in the brain....

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Researchers at UT Austin have created artificial membrane channels that mimic nature’s precision to selectively extract key rare earth elements. A team of scientists at The University of Texas at Austin has created a cleaner and more...

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An optimized mechanochemical process produces multifunctional composite particles that remove pollutants from water. Scientists are increasingly turning to sunlight as a powerful ally in cleaning up polluted water. Photocatalysts can...

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The current rate of star formation at the Galactic Center appears to be lower than in the rest of the Galaxy. A new study led by Dr. James De Buizer of the SETI Institute and Dr. Wanggi Lim of IPAC at Caltech has uncovered unexpected...

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Researchers are uncovering the origins of cosmic rays, linking them to mysterious cosmic accelerators called PeVatrons New research from astrophysicists at Michigan State University may bring scientists closer to solving a mystery that has...

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Scientists at Mayo Clinic discovered a rare MET gene mutation that can singlehandedly cause fatty liver disease. Researchers at Mayo Clinic’s Center for Individualized Medicine have identified a rare genetic change that can directly cause...

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Colorectal cancer is striking younger adults at alarming rates, driven by lifestyle and genetic factors. Colorectal cancer (CRC) develops when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in the colon or rectum, forming tumors that can eventually...

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By tweaking just two amino acids in the diet, researchers found a way to mimic the fat-burning effects of cold exposure. Shivering in the cold is hardly enjoyable, yet for some people, it carries an appealing side effect—the body uses more...