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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.
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.
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.
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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?
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.
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.
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?
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Haruka Sasaki, uncovering the link between melatonin and asthma
Haruka Sasaki is researching how melatonin impacts asthma to create new treatments for life-threatening nocturnal attacks.
Riccardo Bassoli: How quantum computing will redefine wireless communication
Future 6G wireless networks will rely on quantum computers, but developing the technology and making it sustainable is complex.
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.
Haruka Sasaki, uncovering the link between melatonin and asthma
Haruka Sasaki is researching how melatonin impacts asthma to create new treatments for life-threatening nocturnal attacks.
Riccardo Bassoli: How quantum computing will redefine wireless communication
Future 6G wireless networks will rely on quantum computers, but developing the technology and making it sustainable is complex.
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.
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.
What immune cells eat can determine how well they do their job
A new link between what cells feed on and their gene activity could have huge implications in cancer research and beyond.
The surprising link between saliva and stress during pregnancy
Scientists find unique combinations of oral microbes can help identify states of stress in pregnant individuals.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
Researchers take a glimpse at the structure of rare tetraquarks
A new study explores tetraquarks, predicts new exotic particles, and offers deeper insights into their complex structure and behavior.