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Computer system helps scientists understand how cancer could be reversed
BENEIN is a computer network that can identify the master regulators that cause normal cells to go cancerous.
COOLWEAR: Water immersion therapy without waste
The fluidic wearable device is less wasteful when it comes to water, but equally effective alternative to water immersion therapy.
A theory of frozen stars challenges our understanding of black holes
Linking string theory with observations, frozen stars shed new light on black holes and the clash between quantum mechanics and relativity.
A “dark dimension” could help explain the origin of dark energy
Scientists propose that mysterious dark energy could be understood if we look at the Universe through the lens of string theory.
Securing data with bright entangled photons
Secure data sharing methods using quantum key distribution via satellites promise advancements in long-distance quantum communication.
A theory of frozen stars challenges our understanding of black holes
Linking string theory with observations, frozen stars shed new light on black holes and the clash between quantum mechanics and relativity.
A “dark dimension” could help explain the origin of dark energy
Scientists propose that mysterious dark energy could be understood if we look at the Universe through the lens of string theory.
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The multi-decade collapse of a massive Antarctic ice sheet
Such rapid changes haven’t been accounted for in model projections, meaning sea level estimates are subject to uncertainty.
Butterflies inspire magnetic robots that fly more efficiently
Monarch butterflies have inspired the design of 3D-printed robotic wings that rely on magnetic fields to generate their delicate movements.
How gamma rays developed the chemical complexity of the cosmos
Researchers have built a better picture of how complex molecules developed in the early Universe before becoming essential for life.
Study finds 75% of Facebook links shared without clicking or reading
People holding political extreme beliefs on either end of the spectrum were more likely to indulge in this behavior.
New treatment for opioid overdose could also stop withdrawal symptoms
New drug reverses fentanyl overdoses by targeting opioid receptors outside the brain, avoiding withdrawal caused by traditional treatments.
Quantum communication could be integrated into existing fiber optic networks, new study shows
Quantum communication doesn’t necessarily need to be delayed; it might be possible to integrate it into existing fiber optic networks.
Future-proofing potato crops to resist heat waves
Crops that can withstand rising temperatures could increase global food security amidst the rising threat of climate change.
New species shows dinosaurs were early risers in the Northern Hemisphere
The oldest North American dinosaur fossils ever found reveal dinosaurs ruled the northern hemisphere earlier than scientists believed.
Potential new drug defeats resistant pancreatic cancer in mice
Researchers developed a laser-activated drug that targets and destroys chemotherapy-resistant pancreatic cancer cells in mice.
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Rose Marks, a botanist studying resurrection plants
Rose Marks uses her climbing skills in remote regions of South Africa to study how water-deprived plants might help develop drought-tolerant crops.
Shira Joudan, tackling PFAS and environmental contaminants with chemistry
Chemist Shira Joudan discusses environmental contaminants, setting up at a new university, and building a supportive community.
How a gut-on-a-chip is getting to the bottom of our gut’s microbiome
This artificial gut will allow scientists to gain deeper insights into the biome that exists there and how dysregulation can lead to disease.
Athina Anastasaki: New ways to recycle old polymers
Polymer chemist Athina Anastasaki talks about establishing her career, inroads into polymer recycling, and resilience in academia.
How a gut-on-a-chip is getting to the bottom of our gut’s microbiome
This artificial gut will allow scientists to gain deeper insights into the biome that exists there and how dysregulation can lead to disease.
Athina Anastasaki: New ways to recycle old polymers
Polymer chemist Athina Anastasaki talks about establishing her career, inroads into polymer recycling, and resilience in academia.
COOLWEAR: Water immersion therapy without waste
The fluidic wearable device is less wasteful when it comes to water, but equally effective alternative to water immersion therapy.
Study finds zombie cells may play a role in aging
Cells that can no longer divide may play a role in the chronic inflammation that weakens the immune system and contributes to aging.
How much force does it take to kill a single bacterium?
Scientists are using nanomaterials to pressure bacteria and find new ways to combat antibiotic resistance.
Potential new drug defeats resistant pancreatic cancer in mice
Researchers developed a laser-activated drug that targets and destroys chemotherapy-resistant pancreatic cancer cells in mice.
Securing data with bright entangled photons
Secure data sharing methods using quantum key distribution via satellites promise advancements in long-distance quantum communication.
Quantum communication could be integrated into existing fiber optic networks, new study shows
Quantum communication doesn’t necessarily need to be delayed; it might be possible to integrate it into existing fiber optic networks.
Calculating the true environmental costs of AI
The rapid growth of AI brings hope of unprecedented advancements in many sectors but what is its real carbon footprint?
Butterflies inspire magnetic robots that fly more efficiently
Monarch butterflies have inspired the design of 3D-printed robotic wings that rely on magnetic fields to generate their delicate movements.
The multi-decade collapse of a massive Antarctic ice sheet
Such rapid changes haven’t been accounted for in model projections, meaning sea level estimates are subject to uncertainty.
Fungi could unlock the recycling of carbon fiber
Scientists have developed a process to recycle carbon fiber into valuable chemicals with the help of fungi.
Solar windows with reflective blinds give buildings an energy boost
The innovative windows generate energy while shading building interiors from the sun, improving indoor comfort and energy efficiency.
How underground fungi could make crops more nutritious—and attract bees
Scientists uncover the role of soil fungi in improving crop yields and balancing complex plant-pollinator interactions.
A “dark dimension” could help explain the origin of dark energy
Scientists propose that mysterious dark energy could be understood if we look at the Universe through the lens of string theory.
The secrets of a “rejuvenated” star revealed through its chemical fingerprint
Discover how the rare star HD 65907, a field blue straggler, formed from the merger of two stars.
Quantum communication could be integrated into existing fiber optic networks, new study shows
Quantum communication doesn’t necessarily need to be delayed; it might be possible to integrate it into existing fiber optic networks.
How gamma rays developed the chemical complexity of the cosmos
Researchers have built a better picture of how complex molecules developed in the early Universe before becoming essential for life.