Briefing: Bacteria invent another way to turn on genes
Strategic angle: New research reveals a novel mechanism by which bacteria regulate gene activity, expanding our understanding of genetic control.
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Briefing: Scientists Just Discovered an Amazing New Superfamily of Creatures Deep in the Ocean
Strategic angle: A groundbreaking discovery reveals a new superfamily of marine life, shedding light on ocean biodiversity.
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Briefing: After 20 years, scientists finally explain the Crab Pulsar’s strange “zebra stripes”
Strategic angle: New research reveals the cosmic mechanics behind the enigmatic radio wave patterns of the Crab Pulsar.
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Briefing: Popular sugar substitute linked to brain damage and stroke risk
Strategic angle: New research reveals potential dangers of erythritol, a common sugar substitute.
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Briefing: Why are older adults far more at risk from COVID or flu?
Strategic angle: New research highlights the impact of ageing-related inflammation, especially due to immune cells marked by the GZMK gene.
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Briefing: Scientists say we’ve been looking in the wrong place for human origins
Strategic angle: A fossil ape discovered in northern Egypt is reshaping the story of human evolution.
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Briefing: Land animals evolved from ocean ancestors—new study unravels the genetics behind the transition
Strategic angle: A new study explores the genetic adaptations that enabled ancient organisms to transition from water to land.
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Briefing: Quasi-liquid layer controls growth mechanisms of ice-like materials
Strategic angle: Research reveals how clathrate hydrates form and their potential technological applications.
Editorial Staff Mar 27
Briefing: Some ticks can survive from 1 to 3 weeks on home flooring
Strategic angle: A new study reveals that ticks can live indoors for an extended period, raising concerns about indoor infestations.
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Briefing: How lifetime stress drives abnormal behaviors in lab monkeys
Strategic angle: A study reveals that lifetime stress, rather than just recent conditions, influences abnormal repetitive behaviors in laboratory monkeys.
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Briefing: Physicists create laser tornado in miniature structures using synthetic magnetic field
Strategic angle: Scientists from the University of Warsaw have successfully created 'optical tornadoes' in tiny structures, demonstrating light's ability to behave like a whirlwind.
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Briefing: Microwave carrots, air-fry tomatoes: Researchers identify sustainable cooking methods for better nutrition
Strategic angle: A study reveals how different cooking methods impact the nutritional value of tomatoes and carrots.
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Briefing: Research points to how companies could make social media less addictive for teens
Strategic angle: Juries in two big cases have affirmed what research is finding: The design of social media platforms is particularly compelling and hard to resist for kids. There are growing calls to change it.
Editorial Staff Mar 27
Briefing: Caribbean: Scientists release rare footage of sperm whale birth
Strategic angle: Scientists recorded proof of birth assistance among sperm whales off the coast of Dominica, a behavior previously only observed in primates.
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Scientists watch sperm whales work as a team to assist a birth
An unprecedented look at the birth of a sperm whale found that mother and calf were supported by other whales throughout the process.
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Briefing: Barcelona Metropolitan Area has lost more than 70% of agricultural land in recent decades, finds study
Strategic angle: A new study reveals the critical decline of peri-urban agriculture in the Barcelona Metropolitan Area.
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Briefing: Scientists testing new scanning technology discover mysterious structure beneath an ancient Egyptian city
Strategic angle: Archaeologists may have uncovered a tomb or temple from 2,600 years ago using innovative scanning methods.
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Briefing: Wily coyote? Urban canines take more risks compared with rural ones – study
Strategic angle: Researchers find that urban dogs exhibit riskier behaviors due to reduced fear of harassment.
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NIH Restrictions Impact 1 in 4 U.S. Scientists
A significant number of NIH-funded scientists report adverse effects from new restrictions on foreign research partnerships.
Editorial Staff Mar 27
Briefing: Decades after Vietnam War, research links Agent Orange exposure to MDS blood cancer
Strategic angle: A new study establishes a connection between Agent Orange and MDS blood cancers, potentially aiding veterans in receiving assistance.
Editorial Staff Mar 27