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June 9, 2025
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June 8, 2025 — Beneath Earth s surface, nearly 3,000 kilometers down, lies a mysterious layer where seismic waves speed up inexplicably. For decades, scientists puzzled over this D' layer. Now, groundbreaking ...
June 3, 2025 — Supermassive black holes might naturally replicate the colossal energies of man-made particle colliders possibly even revealing dark matter offering a cosmic shortcut to discoveries that would ...
June 3, 2025 — A new study has finally confirmed the theory that the cause of extraordinary global tremors in September -- October 2023 was indeed two mega tsunamis in Greenland that became trapped standing waves. Using a brand-new type of satellite altimetry, the ...
June 2, 2025 — Tracing the origin of an ultra-hot exoplanet: The chemical composition of WASP-121b suggests that it formed in a cool zone of its natal disc, comparable to the region of gas and ice giants in our Solar System. Methane indicates unexpected ...
May 29, 2025 — Anthropologists have examined the societal consequences of global glacier loss. This article appears alongside new research that estimates that more than three-quarters of the world's glacier mass could disappear by the end of the century under ...
May 29, 2025 — Long considered a disease brought to the Americas by European colonizers, leprosy may actually have a much older history on the American continent. Scientists reveal that a recently identified second species of bacteria responsible for leprosy, ...
May 29, 2025 — Spring in the Arctic brings forth a plethora of peeps and downy hatchlings as millions of birds gather to raise their young. The same was true 73 million years ago, according to a new article. The paper documents the earliest-known example of birds ...
May 29, 2025 — A new study finds that if global warming exceeds the Paris Climate Agreement targets, the non-polar glacier mass will diminish significantly. However, if warming is limited to 1.5 degrees Celsius, at least 54 per cent could be preserved -- more than ...
May 28, 2025 — A team of international astronomers have discovered a new cosmic object emitting both radio waves and ...
May 28, 2025 — A series of experiments support spectral data recently collected by the James Webb Space Telescope that found evidence that the icy surface of Jupiter's moon Europa is constantly changing. Europa's surface ice is crystallizing at different rates in ...
May 27, 2025 — Humans were making tools from whale bones as far back as 20,000 years ago, according to a new study. This discovery broadens our understanding of early human use of whale remains and offers valuable insight into the marine ecology of the ...
May 27, 2025 — Engineers developed a fuel cell that offers more than three times as much energy per pound compared to lithium-ion batteries. Powered by a reaction between sodium metal and air, the device could be lightweight enough to enable the electrification of ...
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June 6, 2025 — Scientists have uncovered over 200 new giant viruses lurking in ocean waters that not only help shape marine ecosystems but also manipulate photosynthesis in algae. These massive viruses once nearly ...
June 9, 2025 — A breakthrough study from Keck Medicine of USC may have found a powerful new triple therapy for glioblastoma, one of the deadliest brain cancers. By ...
June 9, 2025 — Deep within the brain, the ventral tegmental area does more than signal when we re rewarded it forecasts exactly when we ll be rewarded. This discovery came from an elegant collaboration between ...
June 9, 2025 — Teens are diving into intense skincare routines inspired by TikTok, often slathering on six or more products daily, sometimes over ten in just minutes, chasing beauty ideals that favor lighter, ...
June 9, 2025 — Scientists at Weill Cornell Medicine have developed a new algorithm, the Krakencoder, that merges multiple types of brain imaging data to better understand how the brain s wiring underpins behavior, ...
June 9, 2025 — A new Rutgers Health study reveals a surprising twist in the antibiotic resistance story: instead of simply killing bacteria, drugs like ciprofloxacin can actually trigger a kind of microbial ...
June 9, 2025 — A rare genetic disorder called Werner syndrome causes premature aging and devastating health complications from an early age, yet treatment options have been lacking. New hope emerges from Chiba ...
June 9, 2025 — For millions of years, large herbivores like mastodons and giant deer shaped the Earth's ecosystems, which astonishingly stayed stable despite extinctions and upheavals. A new study reveals that only ...
June 9, 2025 — A revolutionary STI test developed by UK-based Linear Diagnostics is on track to dramatically reduce the time it takes to detect infections like gonorrhea and chlamydia. Built on ultra-fast EXPAR DNA ...
June 9, 2025 — In a bold reimagining of Southeast Asia s prehistory, scientists reveal that the Philippine island of Mindoro was a hub of human innovation and ...
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June 6, 2025 — Shrinking silicon transistors have reached their physical limits, but a team from the University of Tokyo is rewriting the rules. They've created a cutting-edge transistor using gallium-doped ...
June 6, 2025 — Scientists have discovered that a molecule known for defending animal immune systems called itaconate also plays a powerful role in plants. Researchers showed that itaconate not only exists in plant ...
June 8, 2025 — A team of researchers has shown that even small-scale quantum computers can enhance machine learning performance, using a novel photonic quantum circuit. Their findings suggest that today s quantum ...
June 8, 2025 — Physicists have managed to simulate a strange quantum phenomenon where light appears to arise from empty space a concept that until now has only existed in theory. Using cutting-edge simulations, ...
June 8, 2025 — In a world where over a billion smartphones are produced yearly, a team of researchers is flipping the script on electronic waste. Instead of tossing out older phones, they ve demonstrated a ...
June 8, 2025 — Genetic research in Sweden has unveiled three new gene variants that dramatically increase the risk of venous blood clots, sometimes by up to 180%. These discoveries build on existing knowledge of ...
June 8, 2025 — In a paper published in National Science Review, a Chinese team of scientists highlights the discovery of well-preserved blue-stain fungal hyphae within a Jurassic fossil wood from northeastern ...
June 7, 2025 — Humpback whales have been observed blowing bubble rings during friendly interactions with humans a behavior never before documented. This surprising display may be more than play; it could represent ...
June 7, 2025 — In the dense forests of Michigan s Upper Peninsula, archaeologists have uncovered a massive ancient agricultural system that rewrites what we thought we knew about Native American farming. Dating ...
June 7, 2025 — A massive global collaboration has tracked over 12,000 marine animals from whales to turtles to create one of the most detailed movement maps of ocean giants ever assembled. The project, MegaMove, ...
June 7, 2025 — Scientists have built a lab model that visually tracks how microscopic contact points between fault surfaces evolve during earthquake cycles, revealing the hidden mechanics behind both the slow ...
June 7, 2025 — Scientists at Binghamton University are bringing a sci-fi fantasy to life by developing tiny batteries that vanish after use inspired by Mission: Impossible. Led by Professor Seokheun Choi, the team ...
June 7, 2025 — A powerful new discovery reveals that Nup98 a protein once thought to only ferry molecules through the nucleus plays a vital role in safeguarding the most vulnerable areas of DNA. By forming ...
June 7, 2025 — An international team of scientists has unveiled the largest and most detailed map of the universe ever created using the James Webb Space Telescope, revealing nearly 800,000 galaxies stretching back ...
June 6, 2025 — Bronze Age life changed radically around 1500 BC in Central Europe. New research reveals diets narrowed, millet was introduced, migration slowed, and social systems became looser challenging old ...
June 5, 2025 — Harvard and PSI scientists have managed to freeze normally fleeting quantum states in time, creating a pathway to control them using pure electronic tricks and laser ...
June 6, 2025 — A diabetes drug may soon double as a treatment for liver disease. Dapagliflozin, an SGLT-2 inhibitor typically used for type 2 diabetes, significantly improved liver inflammation and scarring in ...
June 7, 2025 — Unlike birds, which navigate unknown environments with remarkable speed and agility, drones typically rely on external guidance or pre-mapped routes. However, a groundbreaking development by ...
June 7, 2025 — New research reveals a surprising downside to calorie-cutting diets: a link to higher levels of depressive symptoms, especially in men and those who are overweight. Despite popular beliefs that ...
June 3, 2025 — Astronomers have revealed new research showing that millions of new solar system objects are likely to be detected by a brand-new facility, which is expected to come online later this ...
Friday, June 6, 2025
- Scientists Built a Transistor That Could Leave Silicon in the Dust
- Scientists Find Immune Molecule That Supercharges Plant Growth
Sunday, June 8, 2025
- Photonic Quantum Chips Are Making AI Smarter and Greener
- Photons Collide in the Void: Quantum Simulation Creates Light out of Nothing
- How Outdated Phones Can Power Smart Cities and Save the Seas
- Hidden in Your Dna: The Mutation Combo That Raises Clot Risk by 180%
- 160 Million Years Ago, This Fungus Pierced Trees Like a Microscopic Spear
Saturday, June 7, 2025
- Whales Blow Bubble Rings--And They Might Be Talking to Us
- Drone Tech Uncovers 1,000-Year-Old Native American Farms in Michigan
- Satellite Tracking of 12,000 Marine Animals Reveals Ocean Giants Are in Trouble
- Lighting Up Earthquakes: How Scientists Watched Ruptures Evolve in Milliseconds
- This Battery Self-Destructs: Biodegradable Power Inspired by 'Mission: Impossible'
- The Hidden Dna Repair System That Could Transform Cancer Treatment
- Largest-Ever Map of the Universe Reveals 10x More Early Galaxies Than Expected
Friday, June 6, 2025
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Saturday, June 7, 2025
- This “robot Bird” Flies at 45 Mph Through forests—With No GPS or Light
- Why Your Diet Might Be Making You Sad--Especially If You're a Man
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
- Millions of New Solar System Objects to Be Found and 'filmed in Technicolor' -- Studies Predict
- Telehealth Can Improve Care for Cats With Chronic Health Issues
- Researchers Develop Innovative Model to Study Sense of Smell
- Collaboration Can Unlock Australia's Energy Transition Without Sacrificing Natural Capital
- Decades-Old Assumptions About Brain Plasticity Upended
- Guardrails, Education Urged to Protect Adolescent AI Users
- Eating an Array of Smaller Fish Could Be Nutrient-Dense Solution to Overfishing
- Molecular Link Between Air Pollution and Pregnancy Risks
- Pancreatic Cancer Spreads to Liver or Lung Thanks to This Protein
- Being in Nature Can Help People With Chronic Back Pain Manage Their Condition
- Scientists Say Next Few Years Vital to Securing the Future of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet
- New mRNA Vaccine Is More Effective and Less Costly to Develop
- DNA Floating in the Air Tracks Wildlife, Viruses -- Even Drugs
- Two Plant Species Invent the Same Chemically Complex and Medically Interesting Substance
- Clinical Research on Psychedelics Gets a Boost from New Study
- Baboons Walk in Line for Friendship, Not Survival, New Study Finds
- Large-Scale Immunity Profiling Grants Insights Into Flu Virus Evolution
- Particles Energized by Magnetic Reconnection in the Nascent Solar Wind
Saturday, June 7, 2025
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Tuesday, June 3, 2025
- Epilepsy Is More Common in Patients With Frontotemporal Dementia Than Expected
- Tea, Berries, Dark Chocolate and Apples Could Lead to a Longer Life Span, Study Shows
- Atmospheric Chemistry Keeps Pollutants in the Air
Monday, June 2, 2025
- Early Driver of Prostate Cancer Aggressiveness
- Record High: Study Finds Growing Cannabis Use Among Older Adults
- Researchers Develop Recyclable, Healable Electronics
- Geological Time Capsule Highlights Great Barrier Reef's Resilience
- Ultra-Thin Lenses That Make Infrared Light Visible
- Combination Therapy Can Prolong Life in Severe Heart Disease
- The Sweet Spot: Sugar-Based Sensors to Revolutionize Snake Venom Detection
- Still on the Right Track? Researchers Enable Reliable Monitoring of the Paris Climate Goals
- Coastal Flooding More Frequent Than Previously Thought
- Brain Training Game Offers New Hope for Drug-Free Pain Management
- Nitrogen Loss on Sandy Shores: The Big Impact of Tiny Anoxic Pockets
- Attachment Theory: A New Lens for Understanding Human-AI Relationships
- Self-Powered Artificial Synapse Mimics Human Color Vision
- Dancing Brainwaves: How Sound Reshapes Your Brain Networks in Real Time
- Student Discovers Long-Awaited Mystery Fungus Sought by LSD's Inventor
- Synthetic Compound Shows Promise Against Multidrug Resistance
- Researchers Recreate Ancient Egyptian Blues
- Immune System Discovery Reveals Potential Solution to Alzheimer's
- Discovery Could Boost Solid-State Battery Performance
- Researchers Use Deep Learning to Predict Flooding This Hurricane Season
- New Laser Smaller Than a Penny Can Measure Objects at Ultrafast Rates
- Insect Protein Blocks Bacterial Infection
- Human-Caused Dust Events Are Linked to Fallow Farmland
- Research Shows How Solar Arrays Can Aid Grasslands During Drought
- Air-Quality Monitoring Underestimates Toxic Emissions to Salton Sea Communities, Study Finds
- Preventing Chronic Inflammation from Turning Into Cancer
Friday, May 30, 2025
- New Plant Leaf Aging Factor Found
- Mediterranean Diet Provides Symptom Relief for Patients With IBS in Pilot Study
- Singing to Babies Improves Their Mood
- Common Gene Variant Doubles Dementia Risk for Men
- Innovative Immunotherapy Shows Promise Against Aggressive T Cell Cancers
- Small Currents, Big Impact: Satellite Breakthrough Reveals Hidden Ocean Forces
- Scientists Find a New Way to Help Plants Fight Diseases
- Single-Atom Catalysts Change Spin State When Boosted by a Magnetic Field
- Rising Soil Nitrous Acid Emissions, Driven by Climate Change and Fertilization, Accelerate Global Ozone Pollution
- The EU Should Allow Gene Editing to Make Organic Farming More Sustainable, Researchers Say
- Scientists Discover New Evidence of Intermediate-Mass Black Holes
- Predicting Underwater Landslides Before They Strike
- Engineers Develop Self-Healing Muscle for Robots
Thursday, May 29, 2025
- Long Shot Science Leads to Revised Age for Land-Animal Ancestor
- Listening to Electrons Talk
- 2021's Hurricane Ida Could Have Been Even Worse for NYC
- New Quantum Visualization Technique to Identify Materials for Next Generation Quantum Computing
- Sustained in the Brain: How Lasting Emotions Arise from Brief Stimuli, in Humans and Mice
- Evolution of a Single Gene Allowed the Plague to Adapt, Survive and Kill Much of Humanity Over Many Centuries
- Cellular Scaffolding Secrets Unlocked: Scientists Discover Key to Microtubule Growth
- Rock Record Illuminates Oxygen History
- Mindfulness and Brain Stimulation Could Reduce Bladder Leaks
- An Iron Oxide 'oxygen Sponge' For Efficient Thermochemical Hydrogen Production
- Could 'pausing' Cell Death Be the Final Frontier in Medicine on Earth and Beyond?
- Dinosaurs Could Hold Key to Cancer Discoveries
- Machine Learning Algorithm Brings Long-Read Sequencing to the Clinic
- 'Future-Proofing' Crops Will Require Urgent, Consistent Effort
- Digital Discovery Unlocks Durable Catalyst for Acidic Water Splitting
- Atlantic Ocean Current Unlikely to Collapse With Climate Change
- Living Libraries Could Save Our Food
- Keep the Cool Feeling: A Lipid Enzyme for Maintaining Cool Temperature Sensation and Avoidance
- EV Battery Recycling Key to Future Lithium Supplies