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Exploring Ancient Artifacts: A Journey Through Time

An Australian-Lao archaeological team has been uncovering artifacts that may date back 2,000 years, revealing a rich historical tapestry.

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Concerns Rise Over Privacy as Hacktivists Target FBI Director's Emails

A hacktivist group with ties to Iran has reportedly breached the private emails of FBI Director Kash Patel, sharing sensitive materials online. This incident raises questions about societal exposure to cyber threats.

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Study Highlights Traffic's Role in Urban Heat Increase

Research from The University of Manchester indicates that everyday vehicle use is a significant factor in rising temperatures in cities, using a novel measurement method.

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The Case for a Lunar Base: A Step Toward Economic Expansion

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman presented a compelling vision for a lunar base on March 24. This initiative is a significant milestone, yet it lacks a comprehensive economic strategy for sustainability.

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LeoLabs Launches Advanced Space Monitoring Tool for Military Applications

The new 'Delta' tool from LeoLabs aims to enhance military space operations by identifying potential adversarial activities, moving beyond traditional collision warnings.

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Study Reveals Plants Can Absorb Nutrients from Atmospheric Dust

A recent study published in New Phytologist highlights that plants are capable of acquiring essential nutrients from atmospheric dust, in addition to traditional soil sources.

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Astroscale Achieves Design Milestone for UK Military Cubesats

Astroscale has successfully completed a critical design review for two cubesats intended for launch next year, aimed at assisting the British military in monitoring space weather and tracking low Earth orbit objects.

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Nairobi Airport Ant Seizure Sheds Light on Insect Trafficking Trends

The recent confiscation of 2,000 garden ants at Nairobi airport underscores the rising trend of insect trafficking, particularly for exotic pets in Europe and Asia.

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Study Suggests Climate Change Could Accelerate Evolution Through Genetic Changes

Recent research indicates that climate-induced changes in animal development may have lasting effects across generations, potentially speeding up evolutionary processes.

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Exploring the Volcanic Landscape of Mammoth Lakes

The eastern Sierra Nevada is characterized by a significant caldera and various newer craters, contributing to its unique geological features.

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Drought Parches Florida

The state was unusually dry for much of 2025, but the intensity of the drought has ratcheted up since January 2026.

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Climate change does not polarize opinions: 'In fact, we are increasingly in agreement'

Strategic angle: A study reveals that differences of opinion on climate change among the Dutch have decreased over the past 40 years.

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Scientists map the brain’s hidden wiring using RNA barcodes in major breakthrough

Strategic angle: Researchers have developed a cutting-edge technique that uses RNA “barcodes” to map how neurons connect, capturing thousands of links with single-synapse precision.

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Swipe right? Dating apps linked to body image pressures

Strategic angle: New research from Adelaide University reveals the impact of dating apps on young adults' self-image.

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Scientists discover reversible male birth control that stops sperm production

Strategic angle: Researchers at Cornell University have developed a nonhormonal method that halts sperm production in mice, marking a significant advancement in male contraception.

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'Vegan leather' isn't as sustainable or eco‑friendly as brands might claim

Strategic angle: The allure of vegan leather may mask its environmental impact, challenging the perception of sustainability in fashion.

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Molecular editing tool relocates alcohol groups to neighboring sites while preserving 3D structure

Strategic angle: MIT chemists develop a precision technique for relocating alcohol functional groups in molecules.

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Planting trees to remove carbon can harm the environment or protect it: Study highlights trade‑offs

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the complex impacts of tree planting on carbon emissions and environmental health.

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Molecular 'leash' measures force-sensing protein activation at about 15 piconewtons

Strategic angle: Researchers at NUS develop a molecular tool to study Piezo1 protein activation under mechanical force.

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Artemis II breaks Apollo 13’s distance record as humans travel farther from Earth than ever before

A historic milestone in human space exploration as Artemis II surpasses the distance achieved by Apollo 13.

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African frogs haven't forgotten the ice ages. Scientists can tell by where they live.

Strategic angle: Why are frogs diverse in some parts of Africa's rainforests and less so in others? The patterns of cooling and glaciation during the last ice age hold the key.

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New study reveals why housing booms and busts are built into the system

Strategic angle: A new study shows that the ups and downs in house prices are far more dramatic than most people think—and that government policies play a big role in making them happen.

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Researchers clarify how cells remove damaged endoplasmic reticulum

Strategic angle: New insights into the process of ER-phagy reveal how cells maintain protein synthesis and calcium storage by eliminating damaged endoplasmic reticulum.

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Fly ball: Drosophila can learn while playing with tiny spheres

Strategic angle: Research reveals that fruit flies can learn through play, enhancing our understanding of their cognitive abilities.

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Experiment indicates new type of mesic nuclei that could reveal how matter acquires mass

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking study sheds light on the origins of mass in matter through the discovery of new mesic nuclei.

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Who got the meat? What 10,000 years of European bones suggest about diet inequality

Strategic angle: Access to nutritious food has been historically unequal, with meat being a coveted resource in pre-industrial Europe.

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Phengite identified as key carrier of halogens into Earth's deep mantle

Strategic angle: Research reveals how surface volatiles are transported into Earth's deep layers through subduction zones.

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How stem cell descendants preserve flexibility while maintaining distinct identities

Strategic angle: Stem cells balance self-renewal and specialization to sustain tissues.

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What this AI epitope library means for vaccines, immunotherapy and biosensors

Strategic angle: A new tool makes it possible to screen millions of tiny protein fragments and select those that can be recognized by the immune system.

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Hungary taps Northrop Grumman for first national geostationary communications satellite

Strategic angle: Hungary partners with Northrop Grumman to launch its inaugural geostationary communications satellite.

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New spider species in the Amazon mimics parasitic fungus

Strategic angle: An international research team has discovered a unique spider species in the Ecuadorian Amazon that mimics a parasitic fungus.

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Social honey bees stay cool: How groups mitigate heat-triggered hormone spikes

Strategic angle: New research reveals that isolated honey bees experience hormonal changes under heat stress, while social bees remain stable.

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Online PFAS Information from Public Sources Can Fall Short, Study Reveals

Strategic angle: A new study highlights the inadequacies of online information regarding PFAS, raising concerns about public health guidance.

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Metamaterial chains learn new shapes by sharing data hinge to hinge

Strategic angle: University of Amsterdam researchers unveil metamaterials that autonomously adapt their shape-changing strategies.

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Teachers tend to help the same kids repeatedly when using AI-powered tutoring tools

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that teachers often assist similar subsets of students with AI tools, potentially neglecting others.

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Drones, DNA, and weather: A phase-oriented hybrid engine predicts sugar beet disease

Strategic angle: A new generation of smart disease forecasting may help combat a fungus that threatens sugar beet crops.

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Bird flu spread could be impacted by where waterfowl like to live

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that the movement patterns of waterfowl may influence the spread of avian influenza.

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Rich biodiversity found in Japan's deepest ocean trenches, including an unidentified 'mystery' species

Strategic angle: A new study reveals diverse life forms thriving nearly 10 kilometers below the ocean's surface in Japan's trenches.

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Students prefer AI chatbots, until they know it is one

Strategic angle: Do chatbots have a role in higher education? A study by Joshua Lambert explores student perceptions.

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Why AI shouldn't be used even to decide 'simple' court cases

Strategic angle: Generative AI has transformed various industries, but its application in law raises significant concerns.

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More than a pretty picture, star-shaped nanomaterial changes energy storage

Strategic angle: Star-shaped nanomaterials could revolutionize energy storage with their unique morphologies.

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NASA to Host Media Call with Artemis II Crew on Way Home from Moon

Strategic angle: Media will have an opportunity to speak with NASA’s Artemis II crew members as they continue their journey toward Earth during their historic mission around the Moon.

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'Voorhees law' explains why the slower car often catches up

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the phenomenon behind why faster cars can end up behind slower ones in traffic.

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How the social lives of magpies shape their call repertoire

Strategic angle: Exploring the intricate communication skills of magpies and their social interactions.

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Reducing risks when modernizing packaging

Strategic angle: New research from Adelaide University explores what brands should consider when modernizing their packaging.

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Quantum Computing Without Interruptions

Strategic angle: Researchers propose a solution to mid-circuit measurement challenges in quantum error correction.

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Matcha model makes drug candidate screening more than 30 times faster

Strategic angle: Ligand Pro introduces an AI-powered molecular docking model that revolutionizes virtual drug screening.

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Hot-dry extremes could hit 28% of humanity five times more often by end of century

Strategic angle: Current climate policies may expose a significant portion of the global population to extreme heat and drought conditions more frequently by 2100.

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Water on the moon? New study narrows down the mostly likely locations

Strategic angle: A new study suggests that water on the moon accumulated slowly over billions of years, providing insights into its distribution.

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Artemis astronauts survey lunar surface on flyby, solar eclipse up next

Strategic angle: NASA's first lunar flyby in over 50 years yields detailed observations from astronauts traveling farther from Earth than any humans before.

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After milestone-rich lunar flyby, astronauts start trip home

Strategic angle: The Artemis II astronauts wrapped up their lunar flyby as they continue their journey back to Earth, bringing with them rich celestial observations.

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Lunar crater named after Artemis commander's deceased wife

Strategic angle: Artemis astronauts honor the memory of Reid Wiseman's late wife by proposing a lunar crater name.

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Origins of Earth's most powerful ocean current revealed

The Antarctic Circumpolar Current transports over 100 times more water than all of Earth's rivers combined.

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GMO pictures may reinforce existing views, deepening the divide of attitudes towards them

Strategic angle: Images have long played a powerful role in shaping public perceptions of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), often reinforcing emotional reactions more than scientific understanding. A new experimental study published

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Scientists found a “lost world” of animals that shouldn’t exist yet

Strategic angle: A remarkable fossil discovery in southwest China is rewriting the story of how complex animal life began, showing that many key animal groups appeared millions of years earlier than scientists once believed. Dating back

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Scientists discover the “Goldilocks” secret behind life on Earth

Strategic angle: Earth may have won a cosmic chemistry lottery. Researchers found that during the planet’s earliest formation, oxygen had to be in an extremely narrow “Goldilocks zone” for two life-essential elements, phosphorus and nitr

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This “forbidden” exoplanet has an atmosphere scientists can’t explain

Strategic angle: A strange “forbidden” planet spotted by the James Webb Space Telescope is turning planetary science on its head. TOI-5205 b, a Jupiter-sized world orbiting a small, cool star, has an atmosphere surprisingly poor in heavy

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New method rapidly analyzes cell proteins and metabolites

Strategic angle: Researchers at Cedars-Sinai have developed a fast, new technique for analyzing cells, described in the journal Angewandte Chemie. The approach, called single-injection multi-omics analysis by direct infusion (SMAD), can

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Artemis 2 ready to fly around the moon

The Artemis 2 mission will swing around the moon April 6, setting a distance record as astronauts study part of the lunar farside. The post Artemis 2 ready to fly around the moon appeared first on SpaceNews.

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How an eye physician who translated classical Greek medicine into Arabic helped form Western medical thought

Strategic angle: A medieval ophthalmologist who translated Greek works by Galen, Hippocrates, and Plato into Arabic played a pivotal role in shaping Western medical scholarship, according to a study published in the journal Cogent Arts a

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By age 7, most children quickly spot individuals' social biases toward social groups, study finds

Strategic angle: Most elementary school-aged children have a surprising cognitive ability: they can detect—nearly as well as adults—when someone treats people from one social group differently than another. The study, "Children's and adu

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The brain might not create consciousness after all

Strategic angle: Is consciousness something the brain produces, or is it woven into the fabric of reality itself? Renowned neuroscientist Christof Koch is challenging long-held scientific assumptions by confronting the “hard problem” of

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3D-printed 'spanlastics' could change how cancer drugs reach tumors

Strategic angle: University of Mississippi research offers hope that cancer drug therapies packaged in 3D-printed carriers could deliver medication directly to tumors while reducing many of the side effects that cancer patients endure. I

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Scientists discover hidden brain switch that tells you to stop eating

Strategic angle: Your brain’s “stop eating” signal may come from an unexpected source. Researchers found that astrocytes—once thought to just support neurons—actually play a key role in controlling appetite. After a meal, glucose trigger

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Study finds 70% of remediated Los Angeles yards still exceed lead limit

Strategic angle: Even after one of the largest environmental remediation efforts in California history, dangerous levels of lead persist in residential neighborhoods surrounding a former battery smelter in Southeast Los Angeles, accordin

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Review details photocatalyst–biocatalyst systems for semi-artificial photosynthesis

Strategic angle: A new review from Osaka Metropolitan University (OMU) summarizes the biocatalysts involved in semi-artificial photosynthesis, an exciting research field that combines natural photosynthesis with artificial technology to

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Global warming may be a boon for this aggressive prairie plant

Strategic angle: Climate change may reduce yields of crops like corn and soybeans, but it can also give some plants an edge. That's one of the takeaways of a recent study of tall goldenrod, a common wildflower that runs rampant in fields

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Water-repelling surfaces reveal surprising charging effects

Strategic angle: Materials that repel water are used in countless applications, including industrial separation processes, routine laboratory pipetting, and medical devices. When water touches these surfaces, the interface where they mee

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If life exists in Venus's atmosphere, it could have come from Earth

Strategic angle: The theory of panspermia holds that life is spread through the cosmos via asteroids, comets, and other objects. When the building blocks of life emerge on one planet, impacts can eject surface material into space, which

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Improving air temperature forecasts one to five weeks in advance without new model simulations

Strategic angle: Researchers at the Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo and George Mason University's College of Science have developed a new method that enhances air temperature forecasts.

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A nanoparticle therapy to treat lung cancer and associated muscle wasting at the same time

Strategic angle: Researchers at Oregon State University have developed a technique for simultaneously treating lung cancer and a serious muscle-wasting condition that often accompanies it.

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Advancing synthetic cells: A more flexible system to replicate cellular functions

Strategic angle: Creating artificial systems that mimic the functioning of cells is a key goal of synthetic biology.

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Dual-drug nanotherapy crosses blood–brain barrier, improving survival in preclinical glioblastoma models

Strategic angle: Mayo Clinic researchers developed an experimental nanotherapy that delivers two cancer drugs directly to brain tumors, extending survival in preclinical models.

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Fluorescence Imaging Technique Reveals Hidden Magnetic Chemistry in Living Systems

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking microscopy platform developed by researchers at the University of Tokyo uncovers a new layer of biomolecular chemistry associated with weak magnetic fields.

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Experiments Refute Dark Matter Claim

Strategic angle: Recent research challenges long-held beliefs about dark matter, providing new insights into the universe's composition.

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Cell 'snowball' may be answer to large-scale tissue engineering

Strategic angle: Researchers explore the potential of cell spheroids for advancing biological growth and drug testing.

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New plan aims to track microplastics in U.S. drinking water, EPA says

Strategic angle: U.S. officials are taking a closer look at what's in America's drinking water, including microplastics and leftover medications.

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'Switch' behind flash drought in Puerto Rico uncovered

Strategic angle: A rapid onset of drought in Puerto Rico poses challenges for producers and communities.

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What Artemis II’s astronauts will look for on the Moon’s far side

What Artemis II’s astronauts will look for on the Moon’s far side

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Mechanical inputs boost diamond quantum sensor states as Q factor tops one million

Strategic angle: UC Santa Barbara physicist Ania Bleszynski Jayich explores the potential of diamonds in quantum sensors.

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Bacteria are weaving forever chemicals directly into their cell membranes, study finds

Strategic angle: New research reveals how bacteria incorporate persistent pollutants into their biology.

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Q&A: What drives the rise in red tides that threaten human health?

Strategic angle: Exploring the factors contributing to harmful algal blooms and their impact on public health.

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Analysis finds geometric thinking may come from wandering, not a human-only math module

Strategic angle: A new analysis challenges the notion that only humans have the foundations of geometric understanding.

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How to eat an elephant: Fossil find in Tanzania shows oldest signs of butchering these giant mammals

Strategic angle: Discover the prehistoric practices of butchering giant elephants in Tanzania, revealing insights into early human behavior.

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NASA's Artemis II crew readies for Monday's lunar flyby. Here's what you need to know

At its closest point, the crew of Artemis II will loop about 4,000 miles from the lunar surface late Monday.

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Spring cold snaps harm nesting tree swallows, but some show resilience

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the impact of climate change on tree swallows' nesting patterns and the challenges posed by early spring cold snaps.

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NASA Sets Coverage for Northrop Grumman’s CRS-24 Resupply Launch

NASA, Northrop Grumman, and SpaceX are targeting no earlier than 8:49 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, April 8, for the next launch delivering science investigations, supplies, and equipment to the International Space Station.

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Rating Community Resilience with a Deep Learning Framework

Strategic angle: Exploring how AI can enhance the assessment of community resilience against natural hazards.

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Moog Highlights Growing Satellite Bus Capabilities with Full‑Scale METEOR Reveal at Space Symposium

Strategic angle: East Aurora, NY — Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B), a worldwide designer, manufacturer and systems integrator of high-performance precision motion and fluid controls and control systems will highlight its […] The post M

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FOSSA targets Japan’s defense market as larger smallsats expand capabilities

Strategic angle: Spanish startup FOSSA Systems is pushing into Japan’s defense market after securing a local partner to expand its reach, building on a shift beyond tiny picosatellites used to connect low-power monitoring devices toward

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Scientists identify potential new target for disrupting mosquito reproduction

Strategic angle: A longstanding mystery in mosquito biology has been solved, opening a potential new path for controlling mosquitoes and the diseases they spread.

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Why cats stop eating—it's not just fullness

Strategic angle: Many cat owners have experienced the puzzling behavior of cats leaving food unfinished. Understanding this can help improve their feeding habits.

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Expanded MAGIC toolkit enables genome-wide single-cell analysis in Drosophila

Strategic angle: A new genetic toolkit developed by Cornell University researchers enhances the study of gene function at the individual cell level.

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Three Himalayan predators coexist by partitioning prey, reducing direct competition

Strategic angle: A study reveals how snow leopards, leopards, and Himalayan wolves share habitats in Nepal's Lapchi Valley by dividing their prey.

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Robotic floats uncover hidden ocean chemistry in low-oxygen zones

Strategic angle: Scientists have developed a method to detect subtle chemical signatures in seawater using autonomous robotic floats.

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How the female baboon body has the final say in sperm selection

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that female olive baboons can influence paternity even after mating.

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How a common herbicide affects honeybee brains and behavior

Strategic angle: Research reveals the impact of herbicides on honeybee cognition and actions, crucial for pollination.

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Quantum Ground State of Rotation Achieved for the First Time in Two Dimensions

Strategic angle: A research team successfully cools the rotational state of particles, revealing new insights into quantum mechanics.

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Polymers Built Inside the Body Allow On-Demand Brain Control

Strategic angle: Innovative blood-catalyzed chemistry paves the way for advanced medical applications.

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Night Sky Network Celebrates Artemis II

Strategic angle: Today, the crew of Artemis II reaches a milestone, traveling farther than any humans in recorded history, as they orbit the far side of the Moon, roughly 4,000 miles above the lunar surface. You can watch this historic b

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Grants

Strategic angle: Grants Status Requests To submit a request, visit NASA General Information Request Form and complete the form. You will receive an automated email with the most commonly requested grant status information. Important Inst

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The Near Side of the Moon

Strategic angle: The astronauts aboard NASA’s Orion spacecraft captured this photo of the Moon’s near side on April 4, 2026. The image features dark patches at center and right; these are ancient lava flows, which are unique to this side

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'Hot Jupiter' orbiting a metal-poor star discovered

Strategic angle: Astronomers find a new exoplanet, TOI-7169 b, using NASA's TESS.

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Alignment during conversations is highly situation-dependent, study finds

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how people unconsciously mirror each other during conversations, affecting communication dynamics.

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Electrons in moiré crystals explore higher-dimensional quantum worlds

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how electrons in moiré crystals can access higher-dimensional quantum states, potentially revolutionizing electronics.

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New detector triples the speed of electron camera, enabling higher sensitivity

Strategic angle: An upgraded instrument enhances the ability to capture ultrafast chemical processes at the atomic level.

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Fish 'steals' glowing protein: Genome sequencing proves unique survival strategy

Strategic angle: A bioluminescent fish has been found to glow by acquiring light-emitting molecules from its prey, showcasing a remarkable survival strategy.

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The moon base has a hardware plan. It needs a software strategy, too.

Strategic angle: Early in my career at SpaceX, I was the only person dedicated to training the mission control team for Dragon. For three years, I built the training for the operations team. The documentation came second, always the thin

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Looking up? How to photograph the moon with your phone

Strategic angle: Join the millions of people looking up as NASA's Artemis II mission brings astronauts closer to the moon than ever in over 50 years. Learn how to capture stunning moon photos with your smartphone.

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These bizarre new tarantulas turn mating into a fight for survival

Strategic angle: A newly discovered group of tarantulas is so bizarre that scientists had to invent a whole new genus—Satyrex—to describe them. With unusually long mating appendages and fierce, hissing defenses, these spiders are as stra

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Seagate Space Signs MOU with Firefly Aerospace to Collaborate on Offshore Launch Infrastructure for Alpha

Strategic angle: St. Petersburg, FL — April 6, 2026 — Seagate Space Corporation announced today a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Firefly Aerospace to collaborate on the development of an offshore launch platform […] The post Seag

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Scientists may have found a way to keep your bones strong for life

Strategic angle: Scientists have identified a little-known receptor, GPR133, as a powerful regulator of bone strength. By activating it with a newly discovered compound called AP503, they were able to boost bone density in mice and count

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Military space programs confront hidden supply constraints

Strategic angle: Industry report warns components – from optical links to valves – may become chokepoints The post Military space programs confront hidden supply constraints appeared first on SpaceNews.

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Heat shield safety concerns raise stakes for NASA's Artemis II moon mission

Astronauts prepare for historic lunar journey amid heat shield challenges.

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Briefing: Longer wildfire seasons pose an increasing threat for species under climate change

Strategic angle: Wildfires are becoming more frequent and are ravaging new parts of the world due to global warming.

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Briefing: What to know about the Artemis 2 mission's moon flyby

Strategic angle: For the first time in more than half a century, astronauts will fly around the moon on Monday, marking the high point of the Artemis 2's lunar mission.

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Briefing: A gray whale that swam 20 miles up a Washington state river is found dead

Strategic angle: A juvenile gray whale that amazed Washington state residents after it swam 20 miles up a small river was found dead, with hunger suspected as a possible cause.

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Artemis II is go: humans head to the Moon after half-century absence

Artemis II is go: humans head to the Moon after half-century absence

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Briefing: Study of 1,700 languages reveals surprising hidden patterns

Strategic angle: A massive new analysis shows that some long-debated 'universal' grammar rules are actually real.

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Engaging the head and the heart: why scientists turn to poetry

Strategic angle: Engaging the head and the heart: why scientists turn to poetry

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Moon fly-by live coverage: Trump congratulates Artemis crew on successful mission so far

Strategic angle: Moon fly-by live coverage: Trump congratulates Artemis crew on successful mission so far

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Why the US needs a unified, mission-based strategy for health innovation

Strategic angle: Why the US needs a unified, mission-based strategy for health innovation

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‘Yes, we can’: a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

Strategic angle: ‘Yes, we can’: a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

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Briefing: Scientists find hidden brain cells helping deadly cancer grow

Strategic angle: A new discovery reveals how certain brain cells contribute to the growth of glioblastoma, offering potential new avenues for treatment.

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Isaacman defends NASA budget proposal despite steep cuts

Strategic angle: NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman defended a fiscal year 2027 budget proposal that would cut the agency’s budget by nearly 25%. The post Isaacman defends NASA budget proposal despite steep cuts appeared first on SpaceNew

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Briefing: Why cutting down rainforests may be driving 28,000 heat deaths a year

Strategic angle: Research indicates that deforestation in tropical regions significantly raises temperatures, contributing to thousands of heat-related fatalities annually.

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Briefing: Study points to opportunity for governments to work with public on use of AI

Strategic angle: A major new study suggests people's direct experience with artificial intelligence has little impact on their views about its role in government decision-making.

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NASA stops work on SLS Mobile Launcher 2

Strategic angle: NASA has stopped work on a second mobile launch platform intended for an upgraded version of the Space Launch System the agency no longer plans to develop. The post NASA stops work on SLS Mobile Launcher 2 appeared first

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Briefing: The dual self-assembly network: A new chapter in 3D-printable hydrogels

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in creating adaptable materials that mimic biological tissue.

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Briefing: Coral reef science must adapt for a chance to outpace climate change, say experts

Strategic angle: Scientists call for a major acceleration in coral assisted evolution research to help reefs cope with rapidly warming oceans.

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Briefing: It takes a village: How cooperative breeding has shaped Lake Tanganyika fish

Strategic angle: "It takes a village to raise a child" doesn't apply merely to humans. Many species of mammals, birds, fish, and various invertebrates have evolved complex social care systems known as cooperative breeding.

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Briefing: Does AI mean more university students are plagiarizing their work?

Strategic angle: The rise of AI tools raises concerns about increased plagiarism among university students.

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Briefing: Bennu sample reveals how water flowed through the newly forming asteroid

Strategic angle: A team of US astronomers has conducted a deep analysis of a sample from the asteroid Bennu, uncovering insights into the interaction of water and organic material in the early solar system.

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Briefing: The revolution in dinosaur science started 50 years ago—here's what we have learned

Strategic angle: The study of dinosaurs has undergone significant changes, beginning with groundbreaking research by Robert McNeill Alexander.

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Briefing: TESS spots the rise of a black hole X-ray binary system

Strategic angle: NASA's TESS has observed the outburst of a black hole X-ray binary, AT 2019wey, providing insights into cosmic phenomena.

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Briefing: The largest survey of exoplanet spins confirms a long-held prediction

Strategic angle: Astronomers have found a significant link between planetary mass and rotation rates in their latest survey of exoplanets.

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Briefing: Stopping algae blooms with bacteria-busting buoys

Strategic angle: A team has designed innovative buoys to combat harmful cyanobacteria in water bodies.

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Briefing: NISAR Captures Stunning Image of Mount St. Helens

Strategic angle: The U.S.-Indian Earth satellite NISAR reveals a new perspective of Washington's iconic volcano.

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Briefing: Artemis II Astronauts to Rely on Vision for Lunar Studies

Strategic angle: In a surprising move, astronauts on the Artemis II mission will primarily use their eyes to observe the Moon's surface during their flyby.

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Briefing: Exploding primordial black holes might have reshaped the early universe, and created all matter as we know it

Strategic angle: The early universe was a chaotic mix of quarks and gluons, potentially influenced by primordial black holes.

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Briefing: Scientists found a protein that drives brain aging — and how to stop it

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the role of the FTL1 protein in brain aging and potential interventions.

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Artemis II spacecrew prepare for historic moon flyby

The Artemis II crew is preparing for a historic lunar flyby that will take them farther from Earth than any previous human, documenting never-before-seen views of the Moon's far side.

Editorial Staff Updated 12 days ago

Briefing: Artemis II toilet acts up again as astronauts speed toward the moon to break Apollo 13's record

Strategic angle: Now more than halfway to the moon, the Artemis II astronauts prepared for their historic lunar fly-around to push deeper into space than even the Apollo astronauts.

Editorial Staff 12 days ago

Briefing: Mars dust storms are sparking electricity and rewriting the planet’s chemistry

Strategic angle: Mars may look like a quiet, dusty world, but it’s actually buzzing with hidden electrical activity.

Editorial Staff 12 days ago

Briefing: NASA finalizes science plans for Artemis 2 lunar flyby

Strategic angle: NASA's science team outlines key observations for astronauts during the upcoming lunar mission.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Scientists discover hidden gut signals that could detect cancer early

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that gut bacteria and metabolites may hold the key to detecting serious digestive diseases earlier and more easily.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Scientists built a quantum battery that breaks the rules of charging

Strategic angle: A working prototype of a quantum battery utilizes quantum physics for energy management.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: AI makes rewilding look tame—and misses its messy reality

Strategic angle: Humans have always imagined the natural world. From Ice Age cave paintings to the modern day, we depict the animals and landscapes we value—and ignore those we don't.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Insects in the tropics are already near their heat limits. Climate change could push many beyond survival

Strategic angle: Insects, comprising up to 90% of all animal species, face critical survival challenges due to rising temperatures in tropical regions.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Two's company: Scientists identify new class of star remnants

Strategic angle: Research reveals a new category of stellar remnants that challenge previous understandings of star evolution.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Atlas 5 launches Amazon Leo satellites

Strategic angle: An Atlas 5 launched the latest set of satellites for Amazon’s broadband constellation as the company seeks to accelerate deployment.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Thermal justice: New report examines threat of extreme heat, suggests culturally informed policies

Strategic angle: Extreme heat kills more people in the U.S. each year than hurricanes, floods, and tornadoes combined.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: NASA Answers Your Most Pressing Artemis II Questions

Strategic angle: The first crewed test flight under NASA’s Artemis program is underway.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Humans' closest invertebrate ancestors date back much further than thought

Strategic angle: New research reveals that the origins of human ancestors among invertebrates extend back millions of years earlier than previously believed.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Humor helps older adults navigate aging, research suggests

Strategic angle: Humor plays a vital role in helping older adults cope with the challenges of aging and staying socially connected, according to new research.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: A simple ECG test could flag racehorses at risk of exercise arrhythmias

Strategic angle: A quick heart trace taken during a warm-up trot could identify racehorses at risk of cardiac arrhythmias during high-intensity exercise.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: How we came to be: Scientists get first look at the evolution of early complex animals

Strategic angle: Newly discovered fossils have given scientists their first real glimpse of when Earth made a crucial transition from simple life forms to complex creatures.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Space Force budget would more than double in Trump’s $1.5 trillion defense plan

Strategic angle: $71 billion request for the U.S. Space Force for fiscal year 2027 includes more than $60 billion for procurement, research and development.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Why forest loss is making our watersheds leak rain

Strategic angle: The connection between forests and water is crucial, as studies reveal the impact of deforestation on watershed health.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Microscopic mechanism of 'quantum collapse' in real-world environments uncovered for the first time

Strategic angle: A research team has elucidated how quantum order is lost in natural open quantum environments.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Illuminated in Orion

Strategic angle: NASA astronaut Christina Koch reads on a tablet in the dimly lit Orion crew capsule.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: New study pinpoints climate conditions for restoring the endangered butternut tree

Strategic angle: A new study from Virginia Tech offers hope for the endangered butternut tree's recovery in North America.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Do narcissists ruin relationships over time? A six-year study suggests a more complex pattern

Strategic angle: New research from Michigan State University challenges the popular assumption that narcissists gradually damage their relationships over time.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: New insights into hornification could strengthen the future of paper production

Strategic angle: Research reveals complexities in the hornification process affecting paper properties.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Iridium's Hidden Surface Chemistry May Change How Hydrogen and Chlorine Are Made

Strategic angle: Discover how iridium's unique properties could revolutionize electrochemical processes for hydrogen and chlorine production.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Artemis mission shares office space—and physics—with Apollo

Strategic angle: As four astronauts whiz toward a flyby of the moon, mission control experts utilize cutting-edge technology and lessons from the Apollo program.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Our modern vision evolved from an ancient one‑eyed worm creature

Strategic angle: It's easy to take our eyes for granted. But our recent research shows they took an incredible evolutionary journey to reach their current familiar form.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: 58 tortillas, five hot sauces and one toilet: life aboard spacecraft Orion

Strategic angle: They're sipping smoothies, snapping phone pics, dealing with crashed email and fixing broken toilets: astronauts, they're just like us.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: NASA's water-hunting tool will help scout moon's South Pole

Strategic angle: NASA is joining international partners to hunt for ice on the moon in support of future human exploration.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: These overlooked brain cells may control fear and PTSD

Strategic angle: Astrocytes play a crucial role in fear memory, influencing how we form, recall, and weaken fear responses.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Scientists are working on "everything vaccines"

Strategic angle: A new approach to vaccines aims to tackle multiple diseases with a single solution.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Artemis 2 in good shape cruising towards the moon

Strategic angle: A day after lighting its engine to head to the moon, the Artemis 2 Orion spacecraft is performing well with only minor issues.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Massive budget cuts for US science proposed again by Trump administration

Massive budget cuts for US science proposed again by Trump administration

Editorial Staff Updated 14 days ago

Briefing: Tiny African fish caught climbing to the top of a 50-foot waterfall

Strategic angle: For over half a century, tales of fish climbing waterfalls in Central Africa have circulated, but now they have been officially confirmed.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Exposing secret night operations between hawkmoths and Japan's black-nectar flowers

Strategic angle: Researchers uncover the crucial role of nocturnal hawkmoths in pollinating a unique Japanese plant.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Can unpaved roads and watersheds co-exist? Researchers wade into the question

Strategic angle: A study investigates the impact of unpaved roads on local watersheds and drinking water sources.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: A tiny detector for microwave photons could advance quantum tech

Strategic angle: Detecting microwave photons may revolutionize quantum technology.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: High-throughput platform helps engineer fast-acting covalent protein drugs

Strategic angle: A team at Westlake University has developed a new platform to create rapid-acting protein therapeutics.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Meet NASA’s New Artemis II Science Officers

Strategic angle: NASA’s first Artemis II science officers are pioneering a new era of mission operations by integrating advanced lunar science directly into Mission Control.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Italy’s Argotec plans to scale Florida satellite facility to meet rising US demand

Strategic angle: Italy’s Argotec has officially opened its first U.S. satellite production facility near Kennedy Space Center to meet growing demand from American space programs.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Assembling more than 1,000 human genomes affordably: New method could power genetic screening's future

Strategic angle: A research team has developed a cost-effective method for genome assembly that could revolutionize genetic screening.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Study examines diversity of Black perspectives on race relations

Strategic angle: A new Rice University study offers one of the first national measures of a viewpoint called 'racial realism' and considers how it fits into the broader spectrum of perspectives Black Americans hold about race relations.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: The depths of Neptune and Uranus may be 'superionic'

Strategic angle: New simulations suggest a previously unknown state of matter exists in the interiors of ice giant planets.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Engineering the bite of ancient marine predators

Strategic angle: Researchers reveal the biting capabilities of extinct predatory marine reptiles.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Celebrating 100 Years of Virgil I. “Gus” Grissom

Strategic angle: Honoring the legacy of one of NASA's pioneering astronauts on his centennial birthday.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: The Habitable Worlds Observatory will need astrometry to find life

Strategic angle: We're getting closer to finding a real Earth-like exoplanet, but direct imaging is essential to confirm its Earth-like qualities.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: 3D Root Model Highlights Mangroves' Protective Role Against Storm Waves

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how mangrove forests can shield coastal communities from the impacts of storm waves and flooding.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Small quantum system outperforms large classical networks in real-world forecasting

Strategic angle: A study reveals that a small quantum system can surpass larger digital neural networks in forecasting tasks.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: The most pristine star yet found in the known universe

Strategic angle: Astronomers discover an extraordinary star using advanced telescopic observations.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Nanotube Injector Safely Transfers Cytoplasmic Contents Between Living Cells

Strategic angle: A breakthrough nanotube injector enables safe intercellular transfer of proteins and organelles, enhancing tissue development and repair.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Domino polymerization provides a new route to versatile, degradable plastics

Strategic angle: A new method in polymerization offers promising alternatives to traditional plastics, addressing environmental concerns.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

EPA flags microplastics, pharmaceuticals as contaminants in drinking water

The agency's recent announcement highlights growing public concern over health risks associated with these chemicals.

Editorial Staff Updated 14 days ago

Briefing: Real-time nanoscale measurements map reduction and oxidation in solar-fuel reactions

Strategic angle: Advancements in solar-power photocatalysis could lead to sustainable energy solutions.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Bumblebees can perceive rhythm, despite their brains being the size of a sesame seed

Strategic angle: New research reveals that bumblebees have the ability to recognize rhythms, challenging previous assumptions about their cognitive capabilities.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: The secrets of black holes and the Higgs mass could be hidden in a 7-dimensional geometry

Strategic angle: An elegant solution to the black hole information paradox may also explain the origins of fundamental particle mass.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: Quantum coherence could be preserved at large scales in realistic environments

Strategic angle: A new theoretical study suggests that quantum states, typically fragile, may maintain coherence despite environmental interactions.

Editorial Staff 14 days ago

Briefing: SpaceX Starship could slash travel time to Uranus in half

Strategic angle: A new concept suggests SpaceX’s Starship could revolutionize a future mission to Uranus, one of the solar system’s most overlooked planets.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Scientists say BMI gets it wrong for over one third of adults

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that BMI may misclassify a significant number of individuals when assessing health.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Barents Sea Tied to Low Arctic Sea Ice

Strategic angle: Patches of open water in the region contributed to low sea ice extent across the Arctic in March 2026.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: The benefits of community Trap-Neuter-Return programs for unowned cats

Strategic angle: Exploring how managing stray cat populations can positively impact communities and the environment.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Map shows scale of ecosystem disturbance across Australia

Strategic angle: University of Queensland researchers urge action to protect remaining ecosystems.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Archival records reveal prevalence of sexually transmitted infections during Otago's gold rush less than purported

Strategic angle: Research from the University of Otago indicates that sexually transmitted infections were less common during the gold rush era than previously believed.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Frequent prescribed burns help young oaks thrive despite invasive grasses, study finds

Strategic angle: A new study highlights the benefits of prescribed burns in promoting the growth of young oaks in the presence of invasive grasses.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Study finds dangerous lead levels in children’s clothing

Strategic angle: Fast fashion might come with a hidden danger: lead. Researchers testing children’s shirts from multiple retailers found every sample exceeded U.S. safety limits.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Research Questions Legitimacy of Promoting Harmful Products

Strategic angle: University of Otago researchers emphasize the need for marketers to reconsider practices that normalize harmful product consumption.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Accelerator programs have more work to do when it comes to supporting women entrepreneurs, research finds

Strategic angle: Research highlights the need for improved support for women in accelerator programs amid ongoing gender disparities.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Scientists study radiation limits for safer seafood shipping

Strategic angle: Researchers at Florida International University explore gamma irradiation to preserve vitamin D in fish during long-distance transport.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Swift spacecraft reorientation buys time for reboost mission

Strategic angle: NASA modified operations of an astrophysics spacecraft in a decaying orbit to buy more time for a mission later this year that will attempt to raise its orbit.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Cell lineage tracing reveals early‑segregated germline in plants

Strategic angle: New research supports Weismann's germ plasm theory, highlighting the separation of germ cells in plant development.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: New microwave frying technique could make french fries much healthier

Strategic angle: Scientists have discovered a way to make French fries less greasy without ruining their taste.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: The unseen challenges of life on the moon

Strategic angle: For the first time since the Apollo era, humans are preparing not just to visit the moon, but to live and work there for weeks, months—and eventually years.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Dalí's 'sublime' amber medium may explain unusual aging in a museum masterpiece

Strategic angle: A multidisciplinary team investigates the unique aging process of a Dalí artwork using advanced scientific methods.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Q&A: Is the world really running out of chocolate?

Strategic angle: Chocolate prices have jumped again this Easter, raising concerns about future costs and availability.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Engineered E. coli dependency may help contain microbes to defined areas

Strategic angle: Scientists explore dependency as a method to control microbial activity and location.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: New 2D Material Demonstrates Capability for Ultrathin Waveplates

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in 2D materials could enhance various technologies by improving light polarization control.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Want to be a citizen scientist? Here are five ways to get involved

Strategic angle: Discover how you can contribute to scientific research and make a difference in your community.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: This tiny organism simply loves corners, using geometry to sense its world

Strategic angle: A surprising observation in the lab has revealed a remarkable ability in Stentor coeruleus, a single-celled organism about one millimeter long.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: One-atom substitution successfully tunes molecular heat transport for the first time

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in controlling heat transport in nanostructures could revolutionize modern technologies.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: A global carbon credit program risks rewarding the wrong behavior

Strategic angle: A United Nations-backed framework for protecting tropical forests could allow governments to collect income from carbon credits without advancing forest conservation.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Satellite data map reveals 33 subglacial lakes beneath the Canadian Arctic

Strategic angle: Researchers unveil a groundbreaking map showcasing a network of subglacial lakes hidden under glaciers in the Canadian Arctic.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Ghostly particles: Dark radiation may have masqueraded as neutrinos

Strategic angle: New research suggests that neutrinos in the early universe may have transformed into a previously unknown form of radiation.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Ultra-low asparagine wheat developed using precision gene editing

Strategic angle: Scientists at Rothamsted Research have successfully developed wheat with dramatically reduced levels of asparagine, using gene editing techniques.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Mesoporous Silica Catalyst Enables α-Allylation of Simple Ketones Using Allyl Alcohols

Strategic angle: A research team has developed a new organic reaction that could lead to next-generation catalysts.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Quantum entanglement between electrons and ions captured at attosecond timescale

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking study reveals the intricate dance of quantum entanglement at unprecedented speeds.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: 'Serendipitous' discovery of Martian ripple marks reveals an ancient sandstorm

Strategic angle: Scientists uncover evidence of a past sandstorm on Mars through the study of ripple marks in sedimentary rocks.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Atomic distortions reveal new clues about superconductivity

Strategic angle: Researchers identify atomic distortions linked to high-temperature superconductivity in nickel-based materials.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Giant 'forbidden planet' orbiting small star shows an unusually low-metal atmosphere

Strategic angle: Scientists discover a giant planet with a surprisingly low-metal atmosphere compared to its host star.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Optical terminals still a bottleneck in Pentagon’s proliferated constellation

Strategic angle: GP Sandhoo highlights the challenges in meeting the demand for optical communications terminals.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Deep mantle deformation is linked to subducted slabs, global map shows

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how slow convection currents in Earth's mantle are connected to tectonic plate movements and mantle deformation.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Rudeness may be rewarded—as a response to rudeness

Strategic angle: New Cornell research suggests that responding to rudeness with rudeness might be acceptable, though civil responses remain preferable.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: How the octopus uses its 'taste by touch' sensory system to feel out potential mates

Strategic angle: A new study by Harvard biologists reveals the unique sensory system octopuses use to find mates.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: How mitochondria organize our 'second genome'

Strategic angle: EPFL scientists have discovered that a simple shape change in mitochondria helps cells evenly distribute their mitochondrial DNA, solving a long-standing puzzle.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Graphene 'nano-aquariums' capture atomic-resolution videos of gold atoms in solvents

Strategic angle: Scientists at the National Graphene Institute have developed a groundbreaking technique to visualize gold atoms in motion.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Engineered tobacco plant can produce five psychedelics, including psilocybin and DMT

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking study reveals that a genetically modified tobacco plant can synthesize multiple psychedelics, potentially revolutionizing therapeutic applications.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: AI System Can Predict Seasonal Droughts

Strategic angle: Researchers at IIAMA develop advanced forecasting system for meteorological droughts.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Male fish lose their learning edge in drug-polluted waters, research reveals

Strategic angle: A common antidepressant detected in rivers and streams worldwide is disrupting how fish learn, with significant implications for aquatic ecosystems.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Omics consortium established to supercharge climate-adapted wheat breeding

Strategic angle: Adelaide University leads an international consortium to enhance wheat performance through spatial omics technologies.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Moog Technology Successfully Steers Artemis II Launch

Strategic angle: Moog Inc. plays a crucial role in the successful launch of Artemis II with its precision motion and fluid control systems.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Wildfires accelerate winter snowmelt in Oregon's western Cascades, study finds

Strategic angle: New research indicates that forest fires in the Pacific Northwest are impacting snowmelt and water resources.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Carmel Ortiz on the evolving landscape of satellite communications

Strategic angle: In this week’s episode of Space Minds, host Mike Gruss interviews Carmel Ortiz, senior vice president of medium-Earth-orbit constellation programs at SES.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: AI turns electron microscopy into materials insights in minutes

Strategic angle: An autonomous artificial intelligence system accelerates the analysis of electron microscopy images, transforming weeks of work into mere minutes.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: New disk-shaped catalyst turns carbon dioxide into methanol at lower temperatures

Strategic angle: Researchers have developed innovative catalysts that enable the conversion of CO2 into methanol at room temperature, challenging previous assumptions.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Bigger storms, more often: New study projects likely future rainfall impacts on NZ

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that New Zealand is likely to experience increased rainfall and more frequent storms in the future.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Governments, beware: Why it's so hard to invest in risk prevention

Strategic angle: Governments cutting hundreds of millions of euros in pandemic funding, just a few years after a pandemic.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Moon rocket and weather are on NASA's side for the first astronaut launch in decades

After weeks of fuel leaks and other issues, NASA faced a trouble-free countdown Tuesday on the eve of astronauts' first trip to the moon in more than half a century.

Editorial Staff Updated 15 days ago

Briefing: How noise limits today's quantum circuits

Strategic angle: Exploring the challenges of maintaining coherence in quantum computing.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Protostars 'sneeze' and produce rings of gas and magnetic flux as they grow

Strategic angle: Researchers have uncovered new insights into the early development of baby stars.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Novel approach to quantum error correction portends a scalable future for quantum computing

Strategic angle: A University of Sydney quantum physicist has developed a new approach to quantum error correction that could significantly reduce the number of physical qubits required to build large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: Europe to negotiate with NASA on lunar missions: ESA

Strategic angle: The European Space Agency will negotiate future participation in NASA missions after the US space agency revamped its lunar program.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

SpaceX confidentially files for IPO, setting stage for record offering

Elon Musk's SpaceX is reportedly targeting a valuation of around $1.75 trillion in its forthcoming IPO.

Editorial Staff Updated 16 days ago

Briefing: New miniature marsupial frog found in Peru carries eggs in a back pouch

Strategic angle: Scientists have discovered a new species of miniature marsupial frog in the Peruvian Amazon that carries its young in a natural pouch on its back.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: AI uptake across Italian firms remains patchy, study suggests, despite generative AI buzz

Strategic angle: Research indicates uneven adoption of AI among Italian businesses, highlighting a divide in technology integration.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: How a seabird native to Hawaii has adapted to life in Honolulu's concrete jungle

Strategic angle: Kaʻiulani Murphy is quick to spot white terns flapping their wings when she's guiding Polynesian voyaging canoes across the Pacific.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Earthquake off Indonesia topples buildings, kills 1 person and sets off small tsunami

Strategic angle: An undersea magnitude -7.4 earthquake caused destruction and a small tsunami in northern Indonesia.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Native Americans were making dice, gambling, exploring probability millennia before their Old World counterparts

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that the earliest known dice were crafted by Native American hunter-gatherers over 12,000 years ago.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Réunion Island Lava Reaches the Sea

Strategic angle: The February 2026 eruption at Piton de la Fournaise has lasted longer and produced a larger volume of lava than recent eruptions from this frequently active volcano.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Going from serving the nation to serving a prison sentence

Strategic angle: New research highlights the struggles faced by veterans in Australia amidst rising strategic tensions.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Fifty years of measuring the world's cleanest air

Strategic angle: Australia marks 50 years of monitoring the world's cleanest air in remote northwest Tasmania.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Rethinking Europe's nature reserves

Strategic angle: Natura 2000 aims to protect biodiversity across the EU with its extensive network of protected areas.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Mercury Scout Mission Concept with Solar Sail Propulsion

Strategic angle: Exploring the challenges and innovations in visiting the closest planet to the sun.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Researchers Warn of Risks Posed by 'Contaminants of Emerging Concern' in Agriculture

Strategic angle: A new study highlights health risks from crops absorbing harmful contaminants and calls for further research.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Regular physical activity in midlife cuts risk of early death

Strategic angle: Regular physical activity in midlife cuts risk of early death

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

The Moon belongs to all of us — not just countries that can afford to reach it

Strategic angle: The Moon belongs to all of us — not just countries that can afford to reach it

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

‘Treasure trove’ of antiviral proteins could inspire powerful molecular tools

Strategic angle: ‘Treasure trove’ of antiviral proteins could inspire powerful molecular tools

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Study suggests people are losing 338 spoken words every year and have been for at least 15 years

Strategic angle: Research indicates a decline in face-to-face conversation amidst technological advancements.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Fins, fingers and toes: A new take on repeating body parts and how they come to be

Strategic angle: Exploring the evolution of paired fins in fishes and the biological significance of repeating body parts.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Virus-inspired DNA needle could pave the way for better medicines

Strategic angle: Researchers at Aarhus University have developed a microscopic DNA needle that can deliver molecules directly into cells, ensuring their activity.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: New model shows how behavioral flexibility affects animal evolution

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how changes in behavior help various animals adapt to dramatic environmental shifts.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Aquaculture is shifting toward less sustainable species, study says

Strategic angle: A new study highlights the growing reliance on less beneficial species in aquaculture, raising concerns for food security and biodiversity.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Precision work prior to cell division: How enzymes optimize DNA structure

Strategic angle: Understanding the role of enzymes in preparing DNA for accurate cell division.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Gemini South Confirms Link Between Exoplanets and Host Stars

Strategic angle: Astronomers find that the composition of the giant planet WASP-189b mirrors its host star, offering new insights into astrobiology.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: A global butterfly index could advance insect conservation worldwide

Strategic angle: A new initiative aims to create a comprehensive index for butterfly species to enhance conservation efforts globally.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Time lapse video shows trees give visual clues as they rehydrate each spring

Strategic angle: A UBC Okanagan researcher reveals how trees visually indicate their rehydration process in spring.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Molecular system can distinguish and neutralize cancer cells, paving the way for 'smart' drugs

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in targeting cancer cells without harming healthy tissue using synthetic DNA strands.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Gravitational waves suggest a 'forbidden zone' for stellar-origin black holes

Strategic angle: An international team led by Monash University has uncovered evidence of a rare form of exploding star, helping to shed light on one of the most cataclysmic events in the universe.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Helical liquid crystals can flip light's chirality under ultralow electric fields

Strategic angle: RIKEN researchers demonstrate the ability to reverse the rotation of circularly polarized light with a simple voltage application.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Study suggests platforms invite third-party analytics to raise seller prices

Strategic angle: E-commerce platforms may be leveraging third-party analytics to increase prices for sellers, according to a new study.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Free software lets laptops simulate how aging evolves under selection

Strategic angle: Researchers develop AEGIS, a tool to explore the evolution of aging across species.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Inclusive schools see fewer young people drop out and become 'NEET'

Strategic angle: New research indicates that more inclusive secondary schools lead to lower dropout rates and fewer students becoming 'not in education, employment or training'.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Ghost bat dialects emerge across colonies, study suggests

Strategic angle: New research reveals that Australia's largest carnivorous bat exhibits regional dialects similar to human accents.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Only one-quarter of Colombia's protected areas effectively protect freshwater fishes, researchers find

Strategic angle: A recent study reveals that only 25% of priority areas for freshwater fish protection in Colombia overlap with existing protected areas.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: A new crab is settling in the Mediterranean: Early evidence of establishment of a Lessepsian species in the Ionian Sea

Strategic angle: The Mediterranean Sea is undergoing rapid ecological transformations driven by climate change and human-mediated species introductions.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: One of cholera's great enemies is found in the human gut

Strategic angle: Cholera-causing bacteria are locked in an evolutionary arms race with a viral nemesis, according to a new genomic study.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: High nickel concentrations in Martian bedrock point to potential biosignatures

Strategic angle: NASA's Perseverance rover discovers unexpected nickel levels in Martian bedrock, suggesting possible signs of life.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Useful quantum computers could be built with as few as 10,000 qubits, team finds

Strategic angle: New research from Caltech suggests a feasible path to practical quantum computing.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: A new way to detect breakthroughs in science: Large-scale analysis reveals 'disruptive' innovations in research history

Strategic angle: A research team has developed a method to identify significant scientific breakthroughs through large-scale analysis.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Are relationship surveys measuring the wrong thing?

Strategic angle: How one 'Q-factor' shapes most answers in romantic relationship assessments.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Cosmic collision of galaxies mapped by Maunakea telescope

Strategic angle: An astronomer at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo uses data from the Canada–France–Hawaiʻi Telescope to reconstruct a slow-motion cosmic collision.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Teledyne forms dedicated space unit to capture rising demand

Strategic angle: The aerospace supplier is combining imaging, electronics and component lines under Teledyne Space.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Soil biodiversity linked to lower human infectious disease risk

Strategic angle: Diverse soil microbial communities may help suppress pathogens naturally, acting as a biological barrier against their establishment and spread.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Ultrafast quantum light pulses measured for the first time

Strategic angle: Researchers at the Technion have successfully measured the duration of individual bright squeezed vacuum light pulses.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: How gossiping mushroom networks share your public urination secrets

Strategic angle: Mushrooms communicate through underground networks, sharing secrets and information with their neighbors.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Florida tourists gather to 'witness history' ahead of Moon launch

Strategic angle: Families travel to Florida to experience the historic launch of NASA's Artemis 2 mission.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Scientists open 40-year-old salmon and find a surprising sign of ocean recovery

Strategic angle: Old canned salmon turned out to be a time capsule of ocean health.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Chinese startup tests flexible robotic arm in space for on-orbit servicing

Strategic angle: A Chinese commercial company has conducted an on-orbit demonstration of a flexible robotic arm, marking progress toward capabilities for satellite servicing, refueling and debris removal.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Women are being shut out of workplaces because of a hidden time gap, new research shows

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that women face a significant disadvantage in the workplace due to time constraints compared to men.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: How squid survived Earth’s biggest extinction and took over the oceans

Strategic angle: Scientists have cracked a mystery about squid and cuttlefish evolution through genome analysis.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: March of the Harmattan

Strategic angle: Strong winds in March 2026 carried Saharan dust across northwestern Africa and toward the Canary Islands, reducing visibility and prompting alerts.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Artemis II's long countdown: A space historian explains why it has taken over 50 years to return to the moon

Exploring the lengthy journey back to lunar exploration and the historical context behind it.

Editorial Staff Updated 17 days ago

Briefing: NASA’s asteroid Bennu sample reveals a hidden chemical patchwork

Strategic angle: Scientists studying Bennu samples have discovered that its chemistry is far from uniform, revealing distinct regions shaped by past water activity.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Inside the high-stakes decisions of the NFL draft

Strategic angle: On NFL draft day, every team has the chance to win—or lose—big. With millions of dollars on the line and just minutes to make a final decision on each pick, a single choice can shape a franchise for years.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Why a social media ban for teenagers misses the point

Strategic angle: Exploring the deeper issues behind teenage smartphone addiction.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: 'One Plant Health Concept' connects tradition and technology to address plant diseases in Africa

Strategic angle: An article published in CABI Agriculture and Bioscience advocates for a diverse approach combining indigenous knowledge and modern technologies to combat plant diseases in Africa.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Seven missions launched to test optimized data transfer from space

Strategic angle: Eight CubeSats and one payload supported by the European Space Agency (ESA) have reached orbit to improve data transmission and processing.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Uranus mission concept CASMIUS to probe ice giant secrets

Strategic angle: The ice giant Uranus is one of the most fascinating objects in the solar system, with its sideways rotation and intricate ring system.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Great hammerheads maintain peak hunting across wide temperature swings, biologging data suggest

Strategic angle: These ocean predators are masters of the 'thermal hustle,' maintaining peak hunting performance across a surprisingly wide range.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: How medieval chess created a space in which players, regardless of race, could engage as equals

Strategic angle: Exploring the role of medieval chess in fostering equality among players of diverse backgrounds.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Targeting the tiniest divide: Research reveals potential vulnerability in bacterial reproduction

Strategic angle: A Université de Montréal study uncovers a new mechanism in bacterial reproduction that could be targeted by future antibiotics.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Racetrack-shaped lasers developed for bright, stable frequency combs

Strategic angle: A new, miniature laser source could revolutionize precision measurement and communication technologies.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Introducing a new citizen science nature app that's geared towards the scientific community

Strategic angle: PlantNet offers a wealth of data for identifying plants and understanding biodiversity.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Cast your vote for the best sci-fi spaceship and then watch debaters duke it out at Space Symposium

Strategic angle: Voting ends April 14. Resistance is futile – you must comply.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: NASA Probe Data Suggests a More Complex Sun's Magnetic Engine

Strategic angle: A new study reveals differing reactions of protons and heavy ions to solar magnetic reconnection events, indicating a complex magnetic engine behind the solar wind.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Chiral Metasurfaces Guide Twisted Light into Free Space

Strategic angle: Innovative technology harnesses the angular momentum of light for advanced applications.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Crushing Soda Cans and the Mathematics of Corrugation Formation

Strategic angle: Exploring the science behind why objects squash in specific ways under pressure.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Income rank predicts well-being worldwide, but social capital can buffer its effects

Strategic angle: New research reveals that an individual's income rank is a stronger predictor of well-being than their earnings or income gap.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Reservoirs are changing: What Landsat data reveal about water loss and gain

Strategic angle: Communities worldwide rely on reservoirs for drinking water, hydroelectric power, irrigation, and more.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Targeting tumor supporting cells: Lipid nanoparticles advance CAR T success in pancreatic cancer

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in treating one of the most challenging cancers using innovative lipid nanoparticles.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Conductive Hydrogel Enables Electrical and Biochemical Signal Control

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in materials science could enhance the integration of electronics with biological systems.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Physicist recreates neutron star reaction, reveals how explosive stars forge elements

Strategic angle: A Mississippi State physicist has produced a direct laboratory measurement of a key nuclear reaction believed to occur during explosive bursts on neutron stars.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Winning feels good. Does it change how we feel about democracy?

Strategic angle: New research from the University of Georgia explores the emotional impact of winning on democratic satisfaction.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Tracking the footsteps of West Africa's prehistoric metalworkers

Strategic angle: The discovery of a 2,400-year-old metalworking workshop in Senegal provides new insights into the history of iron production in Africa.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: College students struggle to identify problematic gray zones in academic practice, study finds

Strategic angle: A study reveals that students have difficulty recognizing situations that may compromise their academic integrity.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: The Earth is rearranging history

Strategic angle: Deep below the surface of Murujuga, soil expands and contracts from the passage of water, revealing ancient Aboriginal artifacts.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: What builds cohesion in diverse societies? Brain scans point to shared national identity cues

Strategic angle: A study reveals how the brain responds to shared national identity in diverse social interactions.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: COVID-19 Pandemic Nudged Young People in the UK Toward Extremism

Strategic angle: Recent data reveals a concerning trend of radicalization among youth during lockdown.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: SimCells successfully target and kill drug-resistant bacteria

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in the fight against superbugs and antimicrobial resistance.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Ultra‑robust machine‑learning models run stable molecular simulations at extreme temperatures

Strategic angle: Researchers at The University of Manchester have developed a groundbreaking machine-learning model capable of conducting molecular simulations at temperatures up to 1,000 Kelvin.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Quantum Magnetism: New Insights into Magnetic Behavior

Strategic angle: Recent research reveals that the spin-flip process in atomic nuclei is not the sole contributor to magnetic phenomena.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: AI could undermine meaningful learning unless feedback stays rooted in connection, study recommends

Strategic angle: New research highlights the potential risks of generative AI in higher education, emphasizing the need for care and connection in feedback delivery.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Phylogenetically diverse Central China proposed as newest global biodiversity hotspot

Strategic angle: Taxonomic and phylogenetic endemism highlight the unique biodiversity of Central China.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Parasites defy biodiversity rules, thriving far from the equator

Strategic angle: For decades, scientists have observed a clear pattern across the natural world: biodiversity tends to be higher near the equator and lower toward the poles.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Study highlights role of risk attitudes in crop insurance outcomes

Strategic angle: Research reveals how farmers' risk preferences influence their decisions on crop insurance, impacting agricultural risk management.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Two new gecko species discovered in Vietnam

Strategic angle: The half leaf-fingered geckos (Hemiphyllodactylus) are a diverse group with more than 70 recognized species.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Cow manure digesters really do cut methane—unless they leak

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that dairy digesters effectively capture methane, but significant leaks can negate their climate benefits.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Survival of the wittiest: Expert says linguistic cleverness aids human evolution

Strategic angle: Is wittiness a kind of fitness? Ljiljana Progovac explores the idea that quick-wittedness has been actively selected for in humans from the dawn of language.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Astronomers determine the fate of a double white dwarf binary

Strategic angle: Chinese astronomers utilize advanced stellar evolution code to study ATLAS J1, an ultra-compact double white dwarf binary system.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Antaris™ Raises $28 Million Series A to Accelerate AI-Driven Space Missions

Strategic angle: Los Altos, California — Antaris™, creator of the AI-powered Antaris Intelligence™ platform, secures funding to enhance satellite mission capabilities.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Artemis 2 countdown underway

Strategic angle: The two-day countdown for the Artemis 2 mission around the moon started March 30 with NASA officials reporting no major issues for the launch.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Food safety, soils and manure: How a systemic approach can prevent health risks

Strategic angle: Exploring the benefits of recycling animal manure to combat soil acidification and enhance agricultural yields.

Editorial Staff 17 days ago

Briefing: Fires Tear Through Nebraska Grasslands

Strategic angle: Dry, warm, and windy conditions across the U.S. Great Plains led to extreme fire activity in March 2026.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Legged robot could accelerate resource prospecting on the moon and the search for life on Mars

Strategic angle: Innovative technology aims to enhance planetary exploration efficiency.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Quadratic gravity theory reshapes quantum view of Big Bang

Waterloo scientists have developed a new way to understand how the universe began, potentially altering our understanding of the Big Bang.

Editorial Staff Updated 18 days ago

Briefing: German firms trapped between US and China, study finds

Strategic angle: Germany's largest companies are deeply entangled with rival businesses in China and the US, according to new research.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Tropical geckos in Australia are more adaptable than we thought

Strategic angle: New research reveals the remarkable adaptability of tropical geckos in response to environmental changes.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: New forensic tool provides intelligence to link serial killer victims by analyzing facial similarities

Strategic angle: Researchers at Murdoch University have developed a forensic intelligence tool to help police link victims of serial offenders through facial analysis.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Your post-gym protein shake may get a taste upgrade: Manufacturing can improve whey protein drink palatability

Strategic angle: New research suggests that the taste and texture of protein shakes can be enhanced by modifying whey protein production methods.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Scientists discover sleep switch that builds muscle, burns fat, and boosts brainpower

Strategic angle: Deep sleep activates a brain-driven system that enhances growth hormone, impacting muscle strength, metabolism, and mental performance.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: How the solar wind really works

Strategic angle: The sun, our nearest star, never stops breathing. Every second of every day, it exhales a vast stream of charged particles that sweeps outward through the solar system.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: How scientists prepare expeditions in remote environments

Strategic angle: Scientific expeditions require meticulous planning and preparation to ensure success in challenging conditions.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Spaceflight Captures Audiences When It Centers on People

Strategic angle: Human space travel is hazardous, making personal stories resonate more with viewers.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: What learning English means to migrants

Strategic angle: Learning English is crucial for adult migrants in the UK, yet many struggle with the language.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Human touch leaves chicks feeling happy, study finds

Strategic angle: New research shows that gentle human interactions can positively affect baby chicks.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Panicking scientists, canceled experiments: Federal funding cuts turn research dean to crisis management specialist

Strategic angle: Fielding frantic faculty emails and panicked texts was not how I had hoped my 2025 would begin.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Second Starlink satellite suffers anomaly, generating debris

Strategic angle: For the second time in just over three months, a SpaceX Starlink satellite has generated debris from an apparent on-orbit malfunction.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Water flow in prairie watersheds is increasingly unpredictable—but AI could help

Strategic angle: Recent climate swings in the Prairies complicate water flow predictions, but AI offers potential solutions.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Positive views of the #Tradwife movement linked to higher levels of sexism among men

Strategic angle: A study reveals that men with negative perceptions of women are more likely to support the #Tradwife movement.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Quantum twisting microscope reveals electron-electron interactions in graphene at room temperature

Strategic angle: An international team of researchers has successfully observed electron interactions in graphene using a quantum microscope.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

NISAR Views Mount St. Helens

NASA's NISAR satellite captures stunning imagery of Mount St. Helens.

Editorial Staff Updated 18 days ago

Briefing: Animals are powerful landscape engineers shaping the Earth's surface, global study finds

Strategic angle: Wild animals play a crucial role in reshaping ecosystems through their natural behaviors.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Unexpected potential bacterial symbiosis found in fungus that causes angular leaf spot

Strategic angle: Scientists uncover a microbial relationship that may explain disease severity in common beans.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Next-generation optical sensor can read photon spin across UV-to-infrared wavelengths

Strategic angle: A research team led by Professor Jiwoong Yang has developed technology capable of precisely detecting light properties.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: How plants could betray themselves across the galaxy

Strategic angle: A thought experiment explores whether distant observers could detect life on Earth through its reflected light.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Understanding cell structures: Novel tool enables analysis of the plant actin cytoskeleton

Strategic angle: A research team led by Potsdam-based bioinformatician Prof. Dr. Zoran Nikoloski has developed a computational approach and an accompanying tool for detailed analysis of actin filamentous structures in plants.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Why a potential anti-cancer agent stalled in trials: New enzyme insights may boost yield and purity

Strategic angle: Researchers at the University of Bayreuth have deciphered key steps in the biosynthetic mechanism of fostriecin, a potential anti-cancer agent.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Dozens of deep-sea species discovered as new crustaceans named

Strategic angle: 24 new species of deep-sea crustaceans have been discovered as part of a project to name 1,000 unknown animals by 2030.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Portable unit can quickly detect deadly whale and dolphin diseases

Strategic angle: Novel marine mammal health surveillance can now detect deadly diseases in whales and dolphins in oceans, beaches and remote locations.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Normative messaging bridges the partisan gap in pandemic risk-taking, study shows

Strategic angle: New research reveals how political beliefs influence responses to health crises and the effectiveness of normative messaging.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: No dyes, less cell stress: How mid-infrared ultrasound imaging tracks lipids live

Strategic angle: A new microscopy technique developed by Helmholtz Munich and TUM distinguishes lipid species in living cells without dyes.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Rocket Lab wins German approval for Mynaric deal

Strategic angle: Decision clears path for April closing after months of scrutiny over keeping key space technology in domestic hands.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Improved catalyst enhances the conversion of ethanol to hydrogen

Strategic angle: A new catalyst significantly boosts the efficiency of converting ethanol into hydrogen, a key step in the transition to renewable energy.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Cover crops show the clearest gains in soil health across US long-term trials, study shows

Strategic angle: A multi-state research team reveals that cover crop use outperforms other practices in maintaining soil health.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Cells under stress: How a chemotherapy drug damages RNA

Strategic angle: Exploring the impact of chemotherapy on RNA integrity and its implications for cellular function.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Cornerstone model of evolutionary biology built on math flaw, study argues

Strategic angle: New research is significantly revising a widely cited evolutionary model, the Inhibitory Cascade Model (ICM).

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Why cells stick differently: New clues could inform skin and inflammatory disease research

Strategic angle: Scientists uncover new mechanisms promoting cell-cell adhesion, impacting skin and inflammatory diseases.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: How systems science helps keep my flower delivery costs low

Strategic angle: Exploring the impact of systems science on reducing delivery expenses.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Quantum researchers engineer extremely precise phonon lasers

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in laser technology could revolutionize scientific discovery and practical applications.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: AI writes a research paper that passes peer review

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking achievement in AI technology as it successfully authors a research paper that meets peer review standards.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Soil bacteria break down toxic chemicals in the environment

Strategic angle: Soil bacteria play a crucial role in detoxifying harmful aromatic compounds that threaten ecosystems.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: AI tools are widely used by federal judges, study finds

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that over 60% of federal judges in the U.S. utilize AI tools in their judicial processes.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: New discoveries are showing how human anatomy is far from settled

Strategic angle: Recent findings challenge the long-held beliefs about human anatomy, revealing complexities yet to be understood.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Silicon quantum computer performs logical operations for the first time

Strategic angle: Silicon's compatibility with existing chip technology enhances its role in quantum computing.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Framework Unifies the Classical and Quantum Mpemba Effects

Strategic angle: Physicists have developed a new theoretical framework that connects various Mpemba effects, revealing counterintuitive behaviors in systems far from equilibrium.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: New Henrietta Spectrograph to Probe Alien Atmospheres

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking tool to enhance our search for extraterrestrial life by analyzing exoplanet atmospheres.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Ancient predator species discovered in South Africa challenges what we know about gorgonopsians

Strategic angle: A new study reveals a large-bodied gorgonopsian from the middle Permian, altering our understanding of these ancient apex predators.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Tropical volcanic eruptions trigger atmospheric changes that drive droughts in Asia

Strategic angle: Research reveals how volcanic activity impacts weather patterns, leading to significant drought conditions.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Science finds a place on Artemis 2

Strategic angle: While the Artemis 2 mission is primarily a test flight, the four astronauts on board will conduct some science during the nearly 10-day mission.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Philanthropy in Science Lacks Oversight, Allowing Exploitation

Strategic angle: The unchecked influence of philanthropic funding in science has been exploited by figures like Jeffrey Epstein.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: One man, his dog, and ChatGPT: Australia's AI vaccine saga

Strategic angle: Desperate to help his sick dog, one Australian man went down the ultimate ChatGPT research hole, using artificial intelligence to design a personalized experimental treatment and finding top scientists to administer it.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Briefing: Apollo vs. Artemis: What to know about NASA's return to the moon

Strategic angle: NASA's Apollo moonshots are a tough act to follow, even after all this time.

Editorial Staff 18 days ago

Artemis 2 astronauts arrive at KSC

The four Artemis 2 astronauts arrived in Florida for final preparations ahead of their upcoming launch.

Editorial Staff Updated 18 days ago

Briefing: Managed wetlands a culinary hot spot for SF bay fish, but they need delivery options

Strategic angle: A new study highlights the declining food options for fish in the San Francisco Estuary.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: How graphene oxide kills bacteria while sparing human cells

Strategic angle: New research reveals the mechanism by which graphene selectively eliminates bacteria, crucial for hygiene in everyday items.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Researchers Describe Protein Structure in Microbes for Light Conversion

Strategic angle: New findings reveal how certain microbes can be harnessed for energy-dense biofuels.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Ancient alphabets, new insights: Researchers uncover hidden links among the letters

Strategic angle: With artificial intelligence (AI) as an essential tool, researchers have discovered surprising similarities among ancient writing systems.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Binding to RNA is not enough—changing its shape is what makes a drug work, study reveals

Strategic angle: A new study highlights the importance of RNA shape in drug efficacy, beyond mere binding.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: In world first, antimatter taken on test drive at CERN

Strategic angle: CERN scientists successfully transport antiprotons, paving the way for future antimatter delivery systems.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: A mass mating event in the lab reveals how yeast cells choose partners

Strategic angle: Yeast cells demonstrate a unique method for selecting mates, potentially offering insights into partner selection.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: ZTF Discovers a New Mass-Transferring Brown Dwarf Binary System

Strategic angle: Astronomers unveil a binary system of brown dwarfs engaged in stable mass transfer, designated ZTF J1239+8347.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Who do you think you are? What DNA tests reveal—and what they don't

Strategic angle: Exploring the impact of DNA testing on personal identity and criminal investigations.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: The Time Capsule in the Salt Flat

Strategic angle: Exploring the extreme conditions of Salar de Pajonales in northern Chile.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: TESS discovers an Earth-sized planet orbiting nearby M-dwarf star

Strategic angle: NASA's TESS reveals a new extrasolar planet, TOI-4616 b, in a nearby star system.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Ancient Neanderthal genome reveals isolated, distinct populations

Strategic angle: Neanderthals split into distinct regional groups that developed genetic differences far sooner than modern human populations typically did.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Eco-friendly hair repair adds to more natural personal care product pipeline

Strategic angle: Hair damaged by dyes, bleaching or harsh sunlight has just got special treatment.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: The world's waste mountain is rising at an alarming rate

Strategic angle: A new report reveals the staggering increase in global municipal solid waste, highlighting urgent environmental challenges.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Novel protocol reconstructs quantum states in large-scale experiments up to 96 qubits

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in quantum computing allows for the reconstruction of quantum states in systems with up to 96 qubits, enhancing the potential of quantum technologies.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: The moon that tipped a planet

Strategic angle: Neptune is the solar system's most distant planet, a cold, blue ice giant sitting nearly 30 times further from the sun than Earth.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: A universal scheme can verify any quantum state

Strategic angle: Quantum technologies could outperform classical devices, but verifying their functionality remains a challenge.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: A million new SpaceX satellites will destroy the night sky—for everyone on Earth

Strategic angle: More than 10,000 Starlink satellites currently orbit Earth, affecting our view of the night sky.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Seals use whisker movement to follow underwater trails—an approach that could improve robotic sensing

Strategic angle: Research reveals how seals utilize their sensitive whiskers to detect underwater trails, offering insights for advancements in robotic sensing technology.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: The JWST finds more overmassive black holes. This time in dwarf galaxies

Strategic angle: Astronomers discover a correlation between galaxy mass and supermassive black hole mass, challenging previous beliefs.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: This hidden state of water could explain why life exists

Strategic angle: Scientists have discovered a critical point in supercooled water that reveals its unusual behavior and implications for life.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: This quantum computing breakthrough may not be what it seemed

Strategic angle: A team of physicists set out to test some of the most exciting claims in quantum computing—and found a very different story.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Black hole mergers test the limits of general relativity

Strategic angle: General relativity stands as one of the bedrock theories in modern physics. Its strange view of relative time and space has been confirmed by countless experimental and observational tests.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Importing queen bees won't solve Canada's beekeeping problems

Strategic angle: Every spring, Canadian beekeepers await the arrival of queen bees crucial to their industry, but reliance on imports may not be the solution.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Climate change is altering Saharan dust—and Europe is downwind

Strategic angle: Residents of Spain, France, and the UK are experiencing eerie orange sunrises and hazy skies due to changing Saharan dust patterns.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Researchers examine how AI chatbots are shaping government operations

Strategic angle: New research from the University at Albany explores the impact of AI chatbots on government agencies.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: How internal waves transport energy thousands of miles across the ocean

Strategic angle: Both winds and tides inject energy into the ocean, which is transported by internal waves across vast distances.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: New cholesterol guidelines could change when you get tested

Strategic angle: A major new U.S. cholesterol guideline is shifting the focus toward earlier, more personalized prevention of heart disease.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: ‘Shots on goal and win the game’: NASA’s effort to accelerate lunar landings

Strategic angle: NASA outlines plans to increase robotic lunar lander missions but remains vague on crewed lander acceleration.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Revealing the origin of polarity inversion in polymer semiconductors

Strategic angle: A research team led by Prof. Boseok Kang at Sungkyunkwan University has uncovered the origin of polarity inversion, a long-standing phenomenon in polymer semiconductors.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: The Wired Belts are the new Rust Belts: Report ranks which jobs are most vulnerable

Strategic angle: Digital Planet releases the American AI Jobs Risk Index, highlighting jobs at risk due to AI transformation.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Supercomputer Simulations Reveal Spliceosome Dynamics in Human Cells

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking study utilizes supercomputers to explore the intricate motions of spliceosomes within a detailed human cell model.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Clean energy subsidies mainly benefit high-income households, study finds

Strategic angle: A study reveals that high-income households are the primary beneficiaries of clean energy subsidy programs.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Ancient DNA reveals earliest known dogs lived alongside Ice Age humans

Strategic angle: A new study uncovers the timeline of the human-dog partnership dating back to the Ice Age.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Nature report links wildlife trends to human well-being

Strategic angle: The first comprehensive report on the state of U.S. lands, water, and wildlife highlights significant trends affecting both ecosystems and human health.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Starfish Space finds a new partner for docking demonstration mission

Strategic angle: Starfish Space has changed plans for a docking demonstration mission after its original partner backed out.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Scientists detect magnetic waves deep within the sun, helping predict solar activity

Strategic angle: Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi uncover large-scale magnetic waves that enhance our understanding of solar dynamics.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Scandinavia's largest 'burial mound' may be a monument to catastrophe, not a king

Strategic angle: New LiDAR analysis suggests Raknehaugen may have been built in response to a devastating landslide, not to honor a high-status individual.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Showing shoppers the 'cost per wear' of their clothing choices could make fashion greener

Strategic angle: A new approach to fashion retail encourages consumers to consider the long-term value of clothing based on usage.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Human brain operates near, but not at, the critical point

Strategic angle: A recent study reveals that signatures of criticality in brain data may be statistical artifacts, proposing a new framework for analysis.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Job hopping builds hidden 'mobility benefit'

Strategic angle: New research suggests that a history of job changes may indicate a candidate's adaptability and potential for success in new roles.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: New enzyme atlas rewrites decades of biology research

Strategic angle: WEHI researchers have led a major global effort to create the first authoritative atlas for a class of enzymes that regulate almost every cellular process in the human body.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Study finds emissions cuts can mask lack of systemwide change toward climate neutrality

Strategic angle: Research highlights the importance of comprehensive strategies beyond just emissions reductions.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Lab-based mini-atmosphere reveals how turbulence changes on different scales

Strategic angle: Researchers in the UK and France recreate atmospheric turbulence in a lab setting, shedding light on energy and angular momentum cascades.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: How AI English and human English differ—and how to decide when to use artificial language

Strategic angle: Exploring the nuances between AI-generated text and human writing.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: North Sea wind farms may be reshaping sediment flows by 1.5 million tons a year

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the significant impact of offshore wind farms on sediment dynamics in the North Sea.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: AI-driven framework uncovers new carbon structures—one thought to be harder than diamond

Strategic angle: Researchers in China have developed an AI framework to identify new solid carbon forms, potentially surpassing diamond in hardness.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: The raccoon raiding your garbage bin might just be solving a puzzle—for the fun of it

Strategic angle: Raccoons are known for their innovative problem-solving skills, often turning trash into a playground.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Ancient DNA finds 15,800-year-old dogs in Anatolia, buried like humans

Strategic angle: Evidence of some of the earliest dogs has been identified at archaeological sites in central Anatolia, Turkey.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Chemists harness electricity to create biomass-based building blocks

Strategic angle: A new method developed by researchers at Wageningen University & Research and Utrecht University promises to revolutionize the production of chemical building blocks from biomass.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

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.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Giant craters may reveal if Psyche is a lost planetary core

Strategic angle: Exploring the mysteries of asteroids and their origins in the solar system.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: College students are writing with AI, but a pilot study finds they're not simply letting it write for them

Strategic angle: Research indicates that AI tools can enhance learning among college students, challenging assumptions about their usage.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Alaska Analysis Shows Continued Loss of Arctic Landfast Sea Ice

Strategic angle: A 27-year study reveals diminishing landfast ice along Alaska's northern coast, impacting local ecosystems.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Saturday Citations: Birthday cetaceans; quantifying children's play experiences; placebos still effective

Strategic angle: This week, we learned that across the animal kingdom, sperm cells have a short shelf life. A study implicated autoantibodies in the development of long COVID.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: This new carbon material could make carbon capture far more affordable

Strategic angle: Scientists have created a new kind of carbon material that could make carbon capture much cheaper and more efficient.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Liquids can fracture like solids—researchers discover the breaking point

Strategic angle: In a development that could shift our basic understanding of fluid mechanics, researchers from Drexel University have reported that, given the right circumstances, it is possible to induce a simple liquid to fracture like a solid object.

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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.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Popular sugar substitute linked to brain damage and stroke risk

Strategic angle: New research reveals potential dangers of erythritol, a common sugar substitute.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

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.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: Why use living cells? Researchers are making chemicals with enzymes alone

Strategic angle: Exploring the role of enzymes in the biofuels economy and chemical production.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: Watch the Earth split in real time: Stunning footage captures a 2.5-meter fault slip in seconds

Strategic angle: A massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar in March 2025, but what makes this event extraordinary is what happened next.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

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.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: Ancient bones show dogs have been woven into human life for nearly 16,000 years

Strategic angle: New findings reveal the deep-rooted relationship between humans and dogs, dating back millennia.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

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 21 days ago

Briefing: Ultrafast microscopy sheds light on metallic nanoframe behavior

Strategic angle: Argonne and Northwestern University scientists teamed up to understand how light interacts with metallic nanoframes, with implications for biosensing, quantum information science and beyond.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

I Am Artemis: Michael Guzman

Listen to this audio excerpt from Michael Guzman, Artemis II main propulsion systems engineer.

Editorial Staff Updated 21 days ago

Briefing: NASA Selects Intuitive Machines to Deliver Artemis Science, Tech to Moon

Strategic angle: NASA has awarded Intuitive Machines $180.4 million to support lunar exploration under the Artemis program.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: The Big Bee Project brings natural history collections into the 21st century

Strategic angle: Museum collections are evolving to meet modern research needs.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: New technique reveals body-wide cellular processes

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking method allows for the study of gene expression across the entire body, enhancing our understanding of biology and therapeutics.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: NASA’s Environment and Energy “Blue Marble” Awards Categories

Strategic angle: Recognizing excellence in environmental management and planning.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

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.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

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.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: Commercial Space Federation (CSF) Welcomes Two New Associate Members

Strategic angle: CSF adds Astrolab and Zeno Power to its roster, enhancing advancements in planetary mobility and energy solutions.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: ESA to decide by June on Europe’s Gateway contributions

Strategic angle: MUNICH — For more than a year, questions have swirled about Artemis changes and the Gateway’s role in U.S. lunar ambitions.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

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.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

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.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: NASA Tech and Science Bound for Low Earth Orbit on Commercial Launch

Strategic angle: Technology and science demonstrations are set to launch to low Earth orbit aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: Understanding protein motion could greatly aid new drug design

Strategic angle: Exploring the dynamics of proteins may unlock new possibilities in pharmaceutical development.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: NASA Names Scientists to Support Lunar South Pole Science

Strategic angle: NASA has selected 10 scientists to aid in developing a science plan for the Artemis program's lunar missions.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: Trade-offs between commercial and public satellite data in water mapping accuracy revealed

Strategic angle: A new study finds that commercial satellite imagery data often outperforms public data sets when identifying surface water, but public data sets may excel in detecting water hidden by forest cover.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: He suddenly couldn't speak in space. NASA astronaut says his medical scare remains a mystery

Strategic angle: The astronaut who prompted NASA's first medical evacuation earlier this year said Friday that doctors still don't know why he suddenly fell sick at the International Space Station.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: India’s Bellatrix raises $20 million following overseas expansion drive

Strategic angle: India-based Bellatrix Aerospace announced a significant funding round to enhance its satellite propulsion systems production.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: Global maps show alien plant invasion hotspots shifting poleward

Strategic angle: An international research team has created high-resolution global maps of invasion risk for alien plant species, revealing significant shifts due to climate change.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

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.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

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.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: Breaking recalcitrant lignin bonds with electricity for conversion into value-added chemicals: An e-biorefinery

Strategic angle: A research team led by Professor Jaehoon Kim has developed a highly efficient catalytic process for lignin conversion.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: Cyclone Narelle is now larger and 'more severe' as it crosses the Western Australian coast

Strategic angle: Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle continues to amaze us with its long journey across northern Australia.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: China’s Biotech Boom is Rewriting Everything

Strategic angle: How China's biotech boom is transforming the landscape of global science collaboration amidst an NIH crackdown.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: Piezoelectric materials enable a new approach to searching for axions

Strategic angle: A novel method utilizing piezoelectric materials could enhance the search for elusive dark matter particles known as axions.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: Japan's giant caldera volcano is refilling 7,300 years later

Strategic angle: The magma reservoir of the largest volcanic eruption of the Holocene is refilling, providing insights into giant caldera volcanoes.

Editorial Staff 21 days ago

Briefing: From simulation to strategy: Climate modeling motivates action at the top

Strategic angle: New research by MIT Sloan School of Management finds that global leaders who engage with climate policy simulators show improved understanding of climate solutions.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Scientists uncovered the nutrients bees were missing — Colonies surged 15-fold

Strategic angle: A breakthrough 'superfood' for honeybees has been developed, leading to significant colony growth.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Study Reveals Birds Adjust Breeding Seasons Due to Climate Change

Strategic angle: Research indicates that some bird species are altering their breeding cycles in response to changing climate conditions.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Satellite Spots a Spawn

Strategic angle: The activity of herring around Vancouver Island in British Columbia brightened coastal waters enough to be detectable from space.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: From engineered fungal molecules to drug leads, chem-bio hybrid synthesis enables antiparasitic drug discovery

Strategic angle: Amebiasis, caused by Entamoeba histolytica, affects millions globally, highlighting the need for innovative drug discovery methods.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Scientists may be overestimating amounts of microplastics in the environment, and the culprit is lab gloves

Strategic angle: New findings suggest that lab gloves may be contributing to inflated microplastic measurements in studies.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Study finds 60% of Australia's top-use pesticides are banned in the EU

Strategic angle: Analysis reveals that most pesticides used in Australian agriculture are prohibited in other regions, highlighting regulatory disparities.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Fieldoscopy Reveals Femtosecond Optical Switching in 15 nm Indium Tin Oxide Nanocrystals

Strategic angle: New insights into the interaction of light with metallic nanostructures could revolutionize optical technologies.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Birds of prey act as sentinels to warn of forever chemicals

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how raptors indicate the presence of harmful PFAS in the environment.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Scientists create clear nail polish that lets you use touchscreens with long nails

Strategic angle: Researchers develop a revolutionary clear nail polish that enables touchscreen use with long nails, enhancing user experience.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: How labor movements may help rebalance power in the technology sector

Strategic angle: A Rutgers study reveals increased worker involvement in organizing against AI and data-driven technologies.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Astronomers have spotted two giant gas planets forming around a baby star in deep space

Using the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope, scientists have observed the formation of two gas giants around a young star.

Editorial Staff Updated 22 days ago

Briefing: How Neanderthals used a lakeshore in Germany to hunt, butcher and survive

Strategic angle: Discoveries from Lehringen reveal ancient survival strategies of Neanderthals.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Discarded oyster shells may pull rare earth metals from polluted water

Strategic angle: New research from Trinity College Dublin reveals an eco-friendly method for removing pollutants using oyster shells.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Video training helps young adults with disabilities navigate romance

Strategic angle: New initiatives aim to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their romantic pursuits.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Huge lung-cancer screening campaign boosts early diagnosis

Strategic angle: A significant initiative aimed at increasing early detection of lung cancer through widespread screening.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Sunken Soviet nuclear submarine’s radioactive release

Strategic angle: Concerns rise over the environmental impact of a sunken Soviet nuclear submarine leaking radiation.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Q&A: How high school shapes future success

Strategic angle: A study led by a recent Harvard graduate analyzed Massachusetts education and unemployment data for insights on how high schools affect students' long-term educational and earning outcomes.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Tale of the lava heron: Student describes new Galapagos species

Strategic angle: A new species discovered in the Galapagos Islands adds to the legacy of Darwin's evolutionary theory.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: AI Agent Accelerates Catalyst Discovery for Sustainable Fuel Development

Strategic angle: A multi-institutional team in China harnesses AI to streamline the discovery process for catalysts, paving the way for more efficient sustainable fuel solutions.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Novel measurement confirms a 50-year-old prediction: Dark points are faster than light

Strategic angle: A research group from the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology reports an unprecedented achievement in electron microscopy.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: U.S. GSSAP satellites execute GEO handoff to monitor China’s Shijian-29 spacecraft

Strategic angle: U.S. satellites coordinate maneuvers for continuous observation of Chinese spacecraft in geostationary orbit.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Experimental evidence shows how photons spread across multiple paths in an interferometer

Strategic angle: New findings reveal the complex behavior of photons in quantum mechanics.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Study finds police violence judged less severe when victim has immigrant background

Strategic angle: A new international study reveals that police violence is perceived as less serious when the victim is from an immigrant background.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Beyond lipid nanoparticles: How custom polymers and AI may reshape gene therapies

Strategic angle: Exploring the future of gene therapies with innovative carriers and artificial intelligence.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: DNA shape explains crucial gene-therapy challenges

Strategic angle: CRISPR's precision in gene editing faces hurdles due to DNA shape complexities.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Space Command begins phased move to Alabama

Strategic angle: The new headquarters building is expected to be completed by 2031.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Beavers Bring Biodiversity to Wetlands, Study Shows

Strategic angle: New research highlights the ecological benefits of beavers in wetland habitats.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: New model finds complex earthquake patterns of the Phlegraean Fields near Naples

Strategic angle: A new study reveals intricate seismic activity in the Phlegraean Fields, raising concerns for the densely populated area of Naples.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Quantum computer accurately simulates real magnetic materials, reproducing national laboratory data

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in quantum computing allows for precise simulations of magnetic materials, aiding in material science research.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Unlocking scalable entanglement will enable next-generation quantum computing

Strategic angle: Quantum computing promises to transform our world in rapid, radical and revolutionary ways.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Changing vegetation in thawing permafrost increases emissions of greenhouse gases

Strategic angle: New plant communities in the Arctic are altering carbon dynamics as grasses replace shrubs.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Tiny rotating hairs inside a microscopic cavity decide where your organs will grow

Strategic angle: Heart to the left. Liver to the right. This normal or abnormal asymmetry can be traced back to tiny structures within the body.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Even if it goes nowhere, an SEC investigation will cost you

Strategic angle: Observation leads to behavioral changes, impacting individuals under scrutiny.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: 'Near-misses' in particle accelerators can illuminate new physics, study finds

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how near-misses in particle collisions can provide insights into fundamental physics.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: What a 'self-sustaining' glucose reaction means for greener chemical manufacturing

Strategic angle: A Korean research team has developed a circular low-carbon catalytic process that co-produces gluconic acid.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Station Nation: Aaron Rose, Cold Stowage Mission Manager

Strategic angle: Aaron Rose plays a vital role in supporting cargo resupply missions to the International Space Station.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Turning growth into profits remains a challenge as space demand grows

Strategic angle: While the space economy is expanding across multiple fronts, questions remain about how some of its most promising opportunities could translate growing demand into sustainable profits.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Why believing 'practice makes perfect' may matter more than grit for students' grades

Strategic angle: A recent study reveals that students who embrace the idea of improvement through practice tend to perform better academically.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: AI tool can screen unknown bacteria for disease-linked genes, moving closer to preventing pandemics

Strategic angle: PathogenFinder2, developed by researchers at DTU, aims to identify genetic traits in unfamiliar bacteria that could lead to disease outbreaks.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Generative AI for polymer design passes lab tests with a new dielectric material

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in polymer design using generative AI has successfully passed laboratory tests, showcasing a new dielectric material.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Programmable superconducting diode can flow on command

Strategic angle: A team of researchers led by the University of Pittsburgh demonstrated a programmable superconducting diode at the LaAlO3/KTaO3 interface.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Rare sperm whale birth and coordinated caregiving revealed by drone footage and underwater audio

Strategic angle: Project CETI publishes groundbreaking studies on sperm whale births and cooperative caregiving.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: One-of-a-kind experiment tracks plant evolution in response to climate change at 30 sites worldwide

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking study examines how plants adapt to climate change across diverse global locations.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: X-ray lasers enable the discovery of a critical point in water

Strategic angle: Researchers at Stockholm University have identified a critical point in supercooled water using advanced X-ray laser technology.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Malaria-transmitting mosquitoes in South America are evolving to evade insecticides

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that Anopheles darlingi mosquitoes are adapting to resist insecticides, complicating malaria control efforts.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: SWOT Satellite Reveals Hidden Tsunami Signals Linked to Kamchatka Earthquake

Strategic angle: New findings enhance understanding of tsunami hazards related to deep-ocean trench processes.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Masripithecus: A new Miocene ape from Egypt sheds light on the origins of modern apes

Strategic angle: A newly identified fossil, Masripithecus moghraensis, offers insights into the evolutionary history of apes.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Wet lab research and deep machine learning identify a key driver of long-term inflammatory memory

Strategic angle: Research uncovers mechanisms behind chronic inflammatory skin diseases like psoriasis.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Scientists uncover the secret behind perfectly 3D preserved 'sea reptile' fossils

Strategic angle: Research reveals how ancient fossils were formed in oxygen-free ocean floor settings.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Why cells respond 'incorrectly' in old age

Strategic angle: Research reveals that aging affects how cells react due to changes in DNA packaging.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Tiny bubbles, sound waves clean produce safely and effectively

Strategic angle: New research reveals a chemical-free method for cleaning agricultural produce using bubbles and sound waves.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Independent measurement strengthens the case for toponium

Strategic angle: A new independent measurement by the CMS experiment at the LHC supports the existence of the most massive composite particle ever observed.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Satlantis earnings grow alongside demand for Earth-observation satellites

Strategic angle: Satlantis reported revenues of 47.8 million euros in 2025, driven by small-satellite sales.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Human sperm may get lost in space

Strategic angle: New research reveals that the navigational abilities of sperm are negatively impacted by a lack of gravity, posing challenges for reproduction in space.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Ancient fish used their lungs to hear underwater, scientists reveal

Strategic angle: An international team uncovers how coelacanths adapted to perceive their environment in the deep sea.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Dual-rail superconducting qubits generate high-fidelity logical entanglement, study finds

Strategic angle: A recent study reveals advancements in quantum computing through dual-rail superconducting qubits, enhancing logical entanglement fidelity.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Medieval DNA reveals trans-Saharan connections, rapid genetic mixing and leprosy in Islamic Ibiza

Strategic angle: New DNA evidence shows that Medieval Ibiza was part of a dynamic world linking Europe, North Africa, and the Sahel zone.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Moon race: How China is challenging the US

Strategic angle: China aims to walk on the moon by 2030 and establish a lunar base, intensifying its competition with the US in space exploration.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Vivid dreams may be the secret to deeper, more restful sleep

Strategic angle: Researchers found that immersive dreaming can enhance the quality of sleep, making it feel deeper and more refreshing.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Scientists found a bug that generates its own heat in freezing cold

Strategic angle: Snow flies have an unexpected way of surviving freezing temperatures by producing antifreeze proteins and generating their own heat.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Scientists open a million-year-old time capsule beneath New Zealand

Strategic angle: Deep inside a cave, scientists uncovered fossils from 16 species, including a newfound kākāpō ancestor that may have been able to fly.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Decoding the complete genome of the fungus responsible for Cercospora leaf spot in olive trees

Strategic angle: Collaboration between UCO's Agronomy and Genetics departments was key to sequencing the genome of this pathogen, responsible for significant economic losses.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: A Hot Start to Spring in the Southwest

Strategic angle: Temperatures in several states climbed over 100 degrees Fahrenheit in March 2026, marking record highs.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: How plants stop growing to survive stress: Retired scientist's persistence reveals insight to boost farm yields

Strategic angle: UC Riverside researchers have identified a mechanism that allows plants to rapidly slow growth in response to extreme environmental stress.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: New study outlines privacy solution for retail central bank digital currencies

Strategic angle: Research highlights potential designs for CBDCs that prioritize user privacy.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: New research suggests deadly bat fungus is more widespread in western Canada than previously known

Strategic angle: Scientists at McMaster University have uncovered new evidence that the fungus causing white-nose syndrome may be more prevalent than previously thought.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Organocatalytic Strategy Provides a Metal-Free Route to Antiviral Candidates

Strategic angle: A research team led by Prof. Sun Jianwei has achieved an advancement in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: From tropics to poles: How Pacific Ocean warming sets the stage for Antarctic stratospheric changes months later

Strategic angle: New research reveals the connection between warming surface waters in the tropical Pacific and delayed responses in the Antarctic stratosphere.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Need to parent differently now that your kid's a teen or tween? Five techniques that actually work

Strategic angle: As your child approaches their teenage years, they'll want more independence, their emotions will run higher and you might see more disagreements in your household.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Distant galaxy fades 20-fold in just two decades, challenging how supermassive black holes evolve

Strategic angle: An international team discovers a galaxy 10 billion light-years away whose brightness dropped dramatically in just 20 years.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Ice Age Animals and Earth History Discovered in Texas Cave

Strategic angle: Fossilized remains of previously unknown Ice Age animals found in a central Texas water cave.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Contaminated Aquatic Sediments Can Be Remediated On Site Using New Methods

Strategic angle: Innovative techniques offer solutions for managing harmful substances in water bodies.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Hearing research traces evolution of key inner ear protein

Strategic angle: A study reveals the evolutionary journey of TMC1, a crucial protein for hearing, highlighting its rapid movements in the inner ear.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Community music education a key youth well-being strategy

Strategic angle: Improving the well-being of young people is an international priority.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Topological solitons power a chip-scale frequency comb source

Caltech scientists have developed a new way to produce optical frequency combs at the chip scale, enhancing precision in timekeeping and distance measurement.

Editorial Staff Updated 23 days ago

Briefing: Samuel Pepys censored his links to slavery, new study reveals

Strategic angle: A new study uncovers how Samuel Pepys attempted to hide his connections to slavery.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: History of ‘forever’ chemicals is written in Antarctic snow

Strategic angle: Research reveals the long-term impact of 'forever' chemicals in the Antarctic environment.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: La NASA anuncia la cobertura de la misión lunar Artemis II

Strategic angle: La NASA actualizará continuamente esta página de sesiones informativas y eventos de la misión Artemis II a lo largo de las actividades previas al lanzamiento.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Silicon Nanospheres Enhance Second-Harmonic Generation by 40-Fold

Strategic angle: Research shows that silicon nanospheres significantly boost SHG in WS₂ while maintaining polarization.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: If using ChatGPT is cheating, what about ghostwriting? The old debate behind a new panic

Strategic angle: Exploring the ethical implications of AI in writing and its comparison to traditional ghostwriting.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Seismic Activity in California Varies with the Seasons

Strategic angle: Research shows that seasonal changes can influence earthquake occurrences in California.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: NASA Ames Experts Available for Artemis II Flight Test Interviews

Strategic angle: NASA’s Ames Research Center invites media to interview experts ahead of the Artemis II mission.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: AI tool predicts wildfire danger faster than current systems

Strategic angle: A new AI-powered forecasting system could revolutionize wildfire detection and response.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Advanced dating method reveals age of Pacific coral architecture

Strategic angle: Application of an advanced dating technique establishes the first precise construction timeline for houses built out of coral in French Polynesia.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Space Force weighs launch alternatives as Vulcan faces potential months-long grounding

Strategic angle: Officials explore shifting missions, extending satellites already in orbit.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Microtubules Discovered to Play an Active Role in Cell Division

Strategic angle: New research reveals that microtubules are crucial for the correct distribution of chromosomes during cell division, challenging previous perceptions of their role.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Hooking big fish in warming oceans comes with a catch

Strategic angle: Leaving the largest and oldest fish in the water can help entire fish populations cope better with ocean warming.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Why no individual is like another when epigenetics come into play

Strategic angle: A research team reveals how epigenetic processes contribute to individual differences in behavior.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Laser-modified graphene enables molecule-thick films to grow only where needed

Strategic angle: Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä and Aalto University have developed a new method based on laser modification for localized growth of metal-organic materials.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Protein modification discovery opens cancer therapy possibilities

Strategic angle: A new type of protein modification related to cellular mutation could enhance cancer treatment options.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Urban AI should not be understood as a single, inevitable next stage of the smart city, say researchers

Strategic angle: Jun Zhang and colleagues argue that AI urbanism is a contested political and discursive space.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Motivations behind violent extremism uncovered in new global study

Strategic angle: New research from the University of St Andrews reveals the complexities of human readiness for intergroup violence.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Scientists engineer a 'Trojan Horse' to conquer aggressive brain cancer

Strategic angle: A precision-engineered nanoplatform developed by researchers aims to tackle glioblastoma, the deadliest form of brain cancer.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: RNA-guided CRISPR system activates gene expression

Strategic angle: Researchers from Purdue and Columbia University unveil a new gene-editing system that enhances gene activation capabilities.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Finding order in disorder: New mechanism amplifies transverse electron transport

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking study reveals that electrons can move more efficiently in disordered materials, challenging long-held beliefs about electrical transport.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Metrics

Strategic angle: Explore the FY25 Services Catalog and Service Level Agreements.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Why some reefs recover faster than others—mathematical model spotlights coral recruitment patterns

Strategic angle: A new mathematical model reveals insights into coral recruitment patterns, shedding light on reef recovery dynamics amid climate-driven disturbances.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Plastic washing at recycling plants can spike phthalates in wastewater, study suggests

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that cleaning plastics at recycling facilities may lead to increased levels of harmful chemicals in wastewater.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Parental advice on interacting with police varies widely by race

Strategic angle: Advice from parents on how to interact with police differs significantly across racial lines, highlighting disparities in societal experiences.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Shell-cracking turtles defied mass extinction at the end of the Cretaceous period

Strategic angle: The mass extinction at the boundary between the Cretaceous and Paleogene periods was catastrophic, wiping out much of life on Earth.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Amazon wildfire emissions may be up to three times higher than estimated

Strategic angle: Fires in central South America are intensifying due to drought and deforestation, with 2024 marking a peak in wildfire activity.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Terran Orbital Introduces New Star Tracker Product Line at SATSHOW 2026

Strategic angle: Terran Orbital Corporation unveils innovative star tracker technology at the annual SATSHOW event.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Rare mountain gorilla twins born in DR Congo: park authorities

Strategic angle: In a rare occurrence in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, twin mountain gorillas were recently born in the Virunga National Park, renowned for its biodiversity but threatened by conflict.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: A captive chimp's instrumental performances hint at the evolution of vocal externalization

Strategic angle: Ayumu, a 26-year-old chimpanzee, showcases musical talent, shedding light on human vocal evolution.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Significant grade inflation may be occurring in graduate education, according to decades' worth of data

Strategic angle: Analysis of two decades of student data at a large U.S. university suggests that grade inflation exists in graduate education.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Dancing to invisible choreography, quantum computers can balance the noise

Strategic angle: Large-scale quantum computers are on the horizon, but noise in quantum hardware remains a significant challenge.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Massive insect body size 300 million years ago may not have been due to high atmospheric oxygen

Strategic angle: Research challenges the long-held belief linking insect size to atmospheric oxygen levels in ancient Earth.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Extreme global climate outcomes are possible even at 2°C warming, study warns

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that significant climate impacts can occur even with a 2°C increase in global temperatures.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: How the body senses cold has been a mystery—until now

Strategic angle: New research reveals the role of the TRPM8 protein in cold sensation.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Unusual signal may prove existence of primordial black holes

Strategic angle: A pair of University of Miami astrophysicists could be on the verge of a cosmic breakthrough confirming primordial black holes.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Polymer uses movable molecular rings to overcome durability–degradability trade-off

Strategic angle: Innovative design in polymer materials addresses the challenge of balancing strength and environmental impact.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: DNA Origami Positions Single-Photon Emitters for Quantum Technologies

Strategic angle: A breakthrough method using DNA self-assembly allows for unprecedented precision in positioning molecules on ultrathin materials.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Infinity Avionics Unveils Aquila: The Next-Generation Space Imaging Solution for Complex Orbital Operations

Strategic angle: Infinity Avionics announces the commercial launch of Aquila, a cutting-edge space imaging system designed for advanced orbital operations.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Project Hail Mary meets reality: 45 planets could harbor alien life

Strategic angle: Astronomers have narrowed down the cosmic search for life, identifying fewer than 50 rocky planets among thousands of known exoplanets that may have the right conditions to support life.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Does a company's political power affect its success in obtaining federal contracts?

Strategic angle: A study published in Contemporary Economic Policy investigates the influence of political investments on federal contract success.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Eight amino acids may explain salamanders' reduced cold sensitivity

Strategic angle: Research reveals how specific amino acids contribute to temperature sensing in salamanders.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Are mercury levels elevated across US conservation lands?

Strategic angle: A study reveals varying risks to wildlife from mercury pollution in the National Wildlife Refuge System.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: The world's great fish migrations are collapsing. That's a problem for millions of people

Strategic angle: Hidden beneath the surface of the world's rivers, some of Earth's great animal movements unfold—migrations that rival, in sheer biomass, the famous mass movements of zebra and wildebeest across the Serengeti.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Successful minority employees can create a false sense of diversity

Strategic angle: Highly successful women and racial minorities challenge stereotypes but may also create an illusion of organizational diversity.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Uncovering the evolutionary limits of the COVID-19 virus

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that the COVID-19 virus has evolved rapidly but within constrained genetic boundaries.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Kona Storms Flood Oʻahu

Strategic angle: Back-to-back subtropical cyclones in March fueled destructive flash flooding on several of the Hawaiian Islands.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: First ever atomic movie reveals hidden driver of radiation damage

Strategic angle: Researchers visualize atoms in motion before radiation-driven decay, uncovering a dynamic process.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Global study identifies urgent blue carbon priorities in the fight against climate change

Strategic angle: An international study warns that critical scientific and practical gaps are slowing the use of blue carbon ecosystems in global efforts to tackle climate change.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Honey bees dance better with an audience

Strategic angle: Honey bees adjust their waggle dance performance based on the number of spectators, impacting the precision of their communication.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Bio-based polymer offers a sustainable solution to 'forever chemical' cleanup

Strategic angle: Researchers at the University of Bath have developed a renewable polymer membrane that captures toxic chemicals from water, paving the way for sustainable water treatment.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Irrational decision or helpful evolutionary adaptation? A philosopher on the rationality wars behind 'nudge' policy

Strategic angle: Exploring the implications of 'nudge' policies through the lens of philosophy and evolutionary adaptation.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Red-tailed bumblebees found to be key hosts for dangerous bee virus

Strategic angle: Wild bumblebees serve as key hosts for acute bee paralysis virus, posing risks to honeybee populations.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: This tiny implant, smaller than a grain of salt, can read your brain

Strategic angle: A new neural implant is so small it can rest on a grain of salt, yet it can track and wirelessly transmit brain activity for over a year.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Canada's migratory caribou are under threat. Will we act before it's too late?

Strategic angle: Delegates are gathering in Campo Grande, Brazil, for the 15th Conference of the Parties (COP15) on the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: How archaeology is preserving evidence of the Yahidne war crime

Strategic angle: Archaeology reveals insights into recent events, including war crimes, through innovative techniques.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Social media and monetization in the Ukraine-Russia war

Strategic angle: The internet has become a battleground in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, often referred to as the first 'TikTok war.'

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Scientists just solved a major mystery about how your brain stores memories

Strategic angle: New research reveals how the brain categorizes memories into distinct groups.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Q&A: Beyond the obstetrical dilemma, why are humans helpless at birth?

Strategic angle: Infants' helplessness demonstrates unique social implications for human development.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Low-income students and girls are steered away from 'risky' creative careers at school, says report

Strategic angle: A new report highlights how schools and societal pressures discourage girls and low-income students from pursuing creative subjects.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: AI Approach Uncovers Dozens of Hidden Planets in NASA's TESS Data

Strategic angle: Astronomers validate over 100 exoplanets, including 31 new discoveries, using AI technology.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: The hidden cost of sperm storage: Ejaculates found to deteriorate across the animal kingdom

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the impact of sperm storage on fertility across various species, challenging existing guidelines.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: From frontier to feedback loop: Expert explains why space must become circular

Strategic angle: Materials scientist Dr. Yige Sun discusses the necessity of circularity in space as it evolves into critical infrastructure for the global digital economy.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Barren captive environments don't just restrict animals—they intensify and prolong pain

Strategic angle: A comprehensive review highlights the biological impact of captivity on animal pain perception.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: A tiny protein tweak, finally traceable: How light-based tagging targets pyroglutamate

Strategic angle: Amino acids are like Lego blocks—they can be linked together to form complex structures called proteins.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: NASA PC-12 Aircraft Makes Move to Support Flight Research Across Agency

Strategic angle: A NASA Pilatus PC-12 aircraft will now be based at NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center to enhance flight research efforts.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Highly and casually active citizen scientists contribute equally valuable data

Strategic angle: Exploring the impact of citizen science on data collection and environmental awareness.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Single-cell imaging and machine learning reveal hidden coordination in algae's response to light stress

Strategic angle: Researchers develop a non-destructive method to study unicellular organisms' responses to light stress, highlighting cell-to-cell differences.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Volunteers need training and support to deal with disclosures of child abuse in community sport

Strategic angle: A new study highlights the necessity for better training for volunteers in community sports to handle abuse disclosures effectively.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Genomic test could help stop destructive Asian spongy moth in its tracks

Strategic angle: Invasive species cost Canada billions of dollars each year. A new genomic test developed by UBC researchers can trace the Asian spongy moth back to its source.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Why Americans think they won't benefit from Social Security

Strategic angle: New research reveals misconceptions about Social Security's future and its impact on retirees.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: 'Gray-box' AI reveals why catalysts work while speeding discovery

Strategic angle: Researchers utilize AI to enhance materials discovery and provide insights into catalytic processes.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: New NMR Method Allows the Observation of Chalcogen Bonds

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in NMR technology enables scientists to study chalcogen bonds, which play a crucial role in biological processes.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Catalina Island study highlights open-coast seagrass restoration success

Strategic angle: New research led by scientists at UC San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography shines a spotlight on seagrass habitats.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: When shrubs disappear: Exploring long-lasting effects of drought in southwest China

Strategic angle: Droughts are becoming both more frequent and more intense, impacting savannas and their crucial role in Earth's ecosystems.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Boron arsenide semiconductor sets record in quantum vibrations

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that boron arsenide semiconductors can produce unprecedented quantum vibrations.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Earth's 40,000-Year Tilt Cycle Influences Antarctic Ice and Subtropical Productivity

Strategic angle: New research reveals the connection between Antarctica's ice sheets and marine productivity in subtropical oceans.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Special forces study points to emotional intelligence training as a way to boost performance under stress

Strategic angle: Research from the University of Queensland highlights the benefits of Emotional Intelligence training in high-stress environments.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: GNSS Stations Reveal Fourfold Turbulence During Antarctica's Ross Ice Shelf Melt

Strategic angle: A new study highlights significant turbulence in the Ross Ice Shelf, as observed by GNSS technology.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Fish gill-inspired panels reveal path to efficient thermal mixing

Strategic angle: Researchers at Cornell develop a bio-inspired approach to mixing heat and molecules in fluids, with implications for biomedical devices and soft robotics.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: NASA halts work on Gateway to develop a lunar base

Strategic angle: NASA is shifting its focus from the lunar Gateway project to the development of a lunar base.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Magnetic microbots steer quantum sensors inside living cells

Strategic angle: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science have developed innovative microbots to enhance the movement of quantum sensors within cells.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: AI avatars promise UK growth if laws can put people first

Strategic angle: AI avatars are helping UK businesses save time and money, but without clear rules, workers are at risk and growth opportunities are being missed.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Space Force officer shares intelligence on threats to space systems

Strategic angle: Electronic warfare poses a significant risk to U.S. space operations, warns Space Force leadership.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: NASA to 'pause' orbital lunar space station project

Strategic angle: NASA's chief announced a shift in focus from the Gateway lunar space station to building a lunar base.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: CERN hails delicate test on transporting antimatter as a scientific success

Strategic angle: Scientists in Geneva took some antiprotons out for a spin—a very delicate one—in a truck, in a never-tried-before test drive that has been deemed a success.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: AI could spot the next financial crisis—but there's a catch

Strategic angle: What if AI could predict the next financial meltdown? Sounds like a promising idea, yet as new research finds, the devil is in the details.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: A complicated future for a methane-cleansing molecule

Strategic angle: Methane is a powerful greenhouse gas that is second only to carbon dioxide in driving up global temperatures.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: NASA Research Proposes Technology to Seek Earth-Like Exoplanets

Strategic angle: NASA is advancing technologies to locate and explore Earth-like planets beyond our solar system.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: A spinel crystal structure exhibits unusual, pressure-induced superconductivity

Strategic angle: Superconductors are materials that conduct electricity with an electrical resistance of zero, typically at extremely low temperatures.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: New lipid nanoparticle design improves precision of mRNA vaccine delivery

Strategic angle: Penn Engineers have redesigned a key component of lipid nanoparticles to enhance targeting and reduce off-target effects.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Vital freshwater fish migrations are collapsing, says UN report

Strategic angle: A major assessment reveals the alarming decline of crucial fish migrations in global rivers.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Supercomputers just solved a 50-year-old mystery about giant stars

Strategic angle: Astronomers have finally cracked a decades-old mystery about red giant stars—how material from their deep interiors makes its way to the surface.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Mathematical framework maps landscape of student knowledge via short quizzes

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how short quizzes can help visualize and enhance student understanding by mapping their knowledge landscape.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Stolen chloroplasts maintained by host-made proteins offer clues to plant cell origins

Strategic angle: Every plant cell is the product of a biological merger billions of years ago, revealing insights into the evolution of life.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Insulin pills may soon replace daily injections

Strategic angle: For over a century, scientists have chased the dream of insulin pills, but the digestive system kept destroying the drug before it could work.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: XRISM identifies gamma Cas X-ray origin, solving a 50-year-old stellar mystery

Strategic angle: Astrophysicists unravel the mystery of γ Cas, a star in Cassiopeia emitting unexpected X-rays.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Nanoparticles enable large-scale production of advanced cell therapies

Strategic angle: Researchers from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University have developed a streamlined process for producing therapeutic particles called exosomes.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Agricultural soils exposed to controversial weedkiller may be unexpected breeding ground for hospital 'superbugs'

Strategic angle: Research reveals a link between antimicrobial resistance and agricultural practices.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Tropical Cyclone Narelle Crosses Australia

Strategic angle: The powerful storm lashed the northern edge of the continent with damaging winds and drenching rain as it made landfall multiple times.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

See NASA’s GUARDIAN Catch a Tsunami

A new data visualization illustrates how an experimental NASA technology can provide extra lead time to communities in the path of a tsunami.

Editorial Staff Updated 25 days ago

Briefing: Yes, AI could boost productivity, but work is about more than maximizing output

Strategic angle: Worries about the British economy have long been dominated by one persistent concern—weak productivity.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Why a canceled meeting feels so liberating

Strategic angle: A canceled meeting can feel like a gift of limitless time, according to a Rutgers University study.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Women over 50 lost 35% more weight with this surprising combo

Strategic angle: A Mayo Clinic study reveals that postmenopausal women using hormone therapy alongside tirzepatide experienced significant weight loss.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: In Hollywood, teams don't stick together long enough to learn from failure, data reveal

Strategic angle: Hollywood's quick turnover hinders learning from past failures, undermining potential comebacks.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Research suggests negative emotions at work can help, depending on leaders' empathy

Strategic angle: During a widespread crisis, negative emotions don't simply go away once the workday begins.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Adding 1,000 immigrants tied to 142 more health workers, fewer elderly deaths

Strategic angle: New research finds that an influx of immigrants can significantly reduce elderly mortality rates in metropolitan areas.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Drought spurs rise in antibiotic-resistant soil microbes

Strategic angle: A new Caltech study reveals a link between drought conditions and the increase of antibiotic-resistant microorganisms in soils, potentially impacting public health.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Male bats sing in the rotor-swept zone of wind turbines, potentially raising collision risk

Strategic angle: Research reveals that male bats produce courtship songs near wind turbines, increasing the risk of collisions.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Biosensor detects early fungal outbreaks, advances plant biotechnology

Strategic angle: A new biosensor developed at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory detects the emerging presence of fungus on plants at the molecular level.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Shift in key cosmic inflation measurement could be a statistical artifact

Strategic angle: Researchers question the validity of recent cosmic inflation measurements, suggesting they may be influenced by statistical anomalies.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: A sudden surge in luminosity: Stacked dyes hint at brighter organic semiconductors

Strategic angle: Research reveals how stacked dyes can enhance the brightness of organic semiconductors, potentially transforming their applications.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Chaos as a matter of direction: Researchers build layered material where order and disorder coexist

Strategic angle: Some materials behave unexpectedly, cracking and reacting in ways that challenge our understanding.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: From slices to whole bodies: How 3D cell atlases could reshape pathology research

Strategic angle: Exploring the potential of 3D cell atlases to transform our understanding of tissue structure and function.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

English history's biggest march is a myth—King Harold sailed to the Battle of Hastings

New research reveals that King Harold's legendary 200-mile march to the Battle of Hastings in 1066 never happened, as the journey was made largely by sea.

Editorial Staff Updated 25 days ago

Briefing: Study reshapes understanding of interaction between organelles in animal cells

Strategic angle: New research reveals insights into cellular digestion processes.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: High-pressure freezing boosts cell survival with less cryoprotectant, study shows

Strategic angle: A high-pressure method of instantaneously freezing cells has proven to be effective in the first empirical validation of its kind.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: First Quantum Oscillations Observed in Gallium Nitride Holes

Strategic angle: Cornell researchers have made a groundbreaking observation of quantum properties in gallium nitride, a key semiconductor material.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Space Force adds cyber units to guard rocket launches

Strategic angle: ‘Cyber defense’ squadrons at Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg reflect growing concern over malicious hacks.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: NASA Data Hackathon Inspires Community Action

Strategic angle: On Jan. 31, students, library staff, researchers, and community members gathered at the University of Florida’s Marston Science Library for the Environmental Monitoring through Education, Research, and Geospatial Engagement (EMERGE) event.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Engineered E. coli can monitor arsenic, offering a cheap biosensor

Strategic angle: Cornell scientists have developed a sensitive biosensor using engineered E. coli to detect environmental arsenic, a significant pollutant in rice paddies.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Record-smashing heat continues: 'Basically the entire U.S. is going to be hot'

Strategic angle: A massive heat dome is causing unprecedented temperatures across the U.S., breaking records in multiple states.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: CryoPRISM: A new tool for observing cellular machinery in a more natural environment

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in cellular observation technology enhances our understanding of biological processes.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Superconducting chip generates tunable terahertz waves for compact imaging

Strategic angle: A tiny crystal chip harnesses terahertz radiation for enhanced imaging through various materials, promising advancements in healthcare and security.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: LLMs stereotype non-Western moral values in predictable ways, research finds

Strategic angle: Research led by Aliah Zewail reveals biases in large language models regarding non-Western moral values.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

NASA’s Hubble Revisits Crab Nebula to Track 25 Years of Expansion

A quarter-century after its first observations, Hubble provides a detailed look at the Crab Nebula's evolution.

Editorial Staff Updated 25 days ago

Briefing: Jamming Bacterial Communications for Long-Lasting Treatment

Strategic angle: A novel approach to combat antibiotic resistance by disrupting bacterial communication rather than killing the microbes.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Science Through Shadows: How Astronomical Alignments Reveal the Universe

Strategic angle: When one celestial object passes in front of another, it can cast a shadow that travels across space – and sometimes across Earth.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Frustrated Lewis pair chemistry enables dual atom insertion to build bioactive molecules

Strategic angle: Researchers from the National University of Singapore have developed a boron-catalyzed method to transform oxetanes into larger, medicinally relevant 1,3-oxazinanes.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Diamonds are not a geoengineer's best friend: Carbon impurities provide a reality check

Strategic angle: Exploring the implications of carbon impurities in diamonds on solar geoengineering strategies.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Climate change may complicate avalanche risk across the Pacific Northwest

Strategic angle: This winter was one of the warmest on record, leading to unusual weather patterns that increase avalanche risk.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Wildflower folk remedy shows modern potential for tackling antibiotic resistance

Strategic angle: Scientists have proven that a wildflower steeped in folklore for its medicinal powers has genuine healing qualities—and the potential to help combat antibiotic resistance.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: The 'silent takeover': Invasive bees are reshaping Chile's unique pollination networks

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how invasive pollinators are fundamentally altering native plant-pollinator interactions in Chile.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Study explores 'antifragility' in nature, where some species benefit from extreme swings

Strategic angle: Research highlights how certain species thrive amid climate-induced extremes.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Discovery of genetic switch could help turn rice into a perennial crop

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in genetic research may transform rice cultivation by enabling perennial growth, potentially enhancing food security.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: The 'private solution trap': Why richer countries may favor adaptation over public solutions, and who pays

Strategic angle: A new study reveals a potential 'private solution trap' in international cooperation on climate issues.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: A safer, nonflammable battery electrolyte exists, but self-assembly flaw is holding it back

Strategic angle: Many important technologies rely on rechargeable batteries, but a self-assembly flaw is hindering advancements in safer, nonflammable electrolytes.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Mining a methane-degrading bioreactor for protein rubies

Strategic angle: Scientists discover a new iron-storing protein in methane-degrading microbes, highlighting the need for characterizing hard-to-isolate proteins.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Moby Dick 'ship sinking' sperm whales caught headbutting on camera

Strategic angle: New research reveals sperm whales engaging in headbutting behavior, confirming historical accounts.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

What 'Project Hail Mary' gets right—and wrong—about astrophysics

"Project Hail Mary," the Ryan Gosling-led adaptation of the best-selling sci-fi novel from Andy Weir, is being praised for putting the science in science fiction.

Editorial Staff Updated 25 days ago

Briefing: Scientists Rarely Use Humor at Conferences, Study Finds

Strategic angle: A new report reveals that humor is often absent in scientific presentations, despite its potential to engage audiences.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Electric current stabilizes spins at unstable points for new types of computing

Strategic angle: A research team has discovered a new way to control tiny magnetic properties inside materials using electric current, potentially paving the way for innovative computing technologies.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: How soil microbes may control the future of our planet

Strategic angle: The soil beneath our feet is a huge carbon bank storing up to approximately three times more carbon than the entire atmosphere.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: 'Space archaeology' reveals first dynamic history of a giant spiral galaxy

Strategic angle: Astronomers use galactic archaeology to trace the history of a distant galaxy.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Scientists discover Alzheimer’s hidden “death switch” in the brain

Strategic angle: A toxic pairing of proteins may drive Alzheimer’s disease, but researchers have found a way to turn it off in mice.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Russia resumes use of space launch site damaged in accident

Part of the launch site in Kazakhstan collapsed during the lift-off of Soyuz MS-28 in November last year, temporarily preventing Russia from being able to send cosmonauts into space.

Editorial Staff Updated 25 days ago

Earth heat hits record in 2025 as UN warns warming will last thousands of years

The UN reports unprecedented heat levels, signaling long-term climate impacts.

Editorial Staff Updated 25 days ago

Briefing: A Fault Line in Full Bloom

Strategic angle: Plains around the San Andreas Fault and across Carrizo Plain National Monument are awash with yellow as wildflowers bloom.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Swissto12 to build small optical relay GEO satellite for Space Compass

Strategic angle: Swissto12 signs contract to develop the first optical relay spacecraft using its HummingSat platform.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Neutrality can speed up and stabilize collective decisions, new study shows

Strategic angle: A new study from the University of Bath reveals that neutrality in discussions can enhance decision-making efficiency.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: World’s first quantum battery could enable ultra fast charging

Strategic angle: Scientists in Australia have demonstrated a prototype quantum battery that could revolutionize energy storage.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: This floating time crystal breaks Newton’s third law of motion

Strategic angle: Scientists have created a new kind of time crystal using sound waves to levitate tiny beads in mid-air.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Measuring Irreversibility in Gene Transcription

Strategic angle: Understanding the irreversible processes in living cells that drive gene transcription.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Two-thirds of workers are burned out—here's what science says about how to tackle it

Strategic angle: Burnout is at an all-time high, with studies indicating that two-thirds of employees cite it as a major challenge.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: How conversation works—and why people with hearing loss rely more on their powers of prediction

Strategic angle: "Ultimately, the bond of all companionship, whether in marriage or friendship, is conversation," wrote Oscar Wilde.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Sea turtle shells reveal hidden records of ocean change

Strategic angle: Techniques developed to study the distant past are now being repurposed to help us better understand the lives of modern sea turtles.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Fiber-optic sensors reveal how farming destroys soil's natural structure

Strategic angle: Soil is a dynamic, living system, but agricultural practices threaten its integrity.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Study Maps Particulate Thiols Across Western North Pacific

Strategic angle: Research reveals the primary source of particulate thiols in the ocean is marine phytoplankton.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Palm oil, cocoa, coffee… Who's going to tend to tomorrow's large tropical plantations?

Strategic angle: Palm oil plantations are struggling with declining attractiveness, echoing issues from the colonial era.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: A lysosome switch could reshape research on cancer and neurodegenerative disease

Strategic angle: An international research team has uncovered a previously unknown regulatory mechanism in human cells that could impact cancer and neurodegenerative disease research.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Transformational Tools and Technologies Resources

Strategic angle: Explore Vision Studies, Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) Studies, and White Papers from NASA.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Blue Origin joins the orbital data center race

Blue Origin proposes a constellation of up to 51,600 satellites for an orbital data center system.

Editorial Staff Updated 26 days ago

Briefing: All 5 fundamental units of life's genetic code were just discovered in an asteroid sample

Strategic angle: A new study reveals all five fundamental nucleobases—the molecular 'letters' of life—have been detected in samples from the asteroid Ryugu.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Analysis of 1.4 million interactions shows how employees achieve sophisticated AI collaboration

Strategic angle: A study reveals key differences in AI usage that can help organizations enhance their AI strategies.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: China's earliest Bronze Age meteoritic iron artifact unearthed at Sanxingdui sacrificial site

Strategic angle: A significant archaeological discovery reveals the largest meteoritic iron artifact from the Bronze Age in China.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: How birds send heat into space measured for the first time—a hidden reflectance of feathers

Strategic angle: Understanding avian temperature regulation is crucial for conservation amidst climate change.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: The silver lining in Europe's deforestation law delay: A chance to build fairer supply chains

Strategic angle: Exploring the complexities behind 'palm-oil-free' labels and the opportunity for improved supply chains.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Pike Eat More as Water Warms, Threatening Native Species

Strategic angle: Rising temperatures in Southcentral Alaska rivers lead to increased predation by invasive northern pike, endangering native fish populations.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: A Hall 'rectenna' can detect signals over a 100 GHz frequency range

Strategic angle: This innovative technology enhances wireless communication and sensing capabilities.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Indigenous wisdom can guide Indonesia's efforts to build a sustainable ocean economy

Strategic angle: Solutions for a sustainable future can sometimes be found in centuries-old traditions.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Trying your best in a second language? Here's why native speakers seem so rude

Strategic angle: Rudeness, whether real or perceived, can deeply affect cooperation, trust, and workplace culture.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Novel approach allows studying the DNA of otters without disturbing them

Strategic angle: A new method enables researchers to analyze the DNA of endangered otters while minimizing disruption to their natural habitat.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Why mosquitoes always find you and how they decide to attack

Strategic angle: Scientists have cracked the code on how mosquitoes locate their targets, revealing their reliance on visual cues and carbon dioxide.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Beavers are turning rivers into powerful carbon sinks

Strategic angle: New research highlights the role of beavers in combating climate change through wetland creation.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: This 67,800-year-old handprint is the oldest art ever found

Strategic angle: Researchers have uncovered the world’s oldest known cave art—a 67,800-year-old hand stencil in Indonesia, hinting at early symbolic thinking.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Friction without contact discovered as magnetic forces break a 300-year-old law

Strategic angle: Researchers unveil a new form of friction driven by magnetic interactions, challenging long-held scientific principles.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Hawaii Tests Asphalt Made with Recycled Plastics and Fishing Nets

Strategic angle: Researchers in Hawaii are pioneering a method to tackle plastic waste by testing asphalt made from recycled materials.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Webb Telescope spots “impossible” atmosphere on ancient super Earth

Strategic angle: Astronomers have uncovered surprising evidence of a thick atmosphere surrounding TOI-561 b, a scorching, fast-orbiting rocky planet once thought too extreme to hold onto any gas.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Ancient DNA reveals a farming shift that pushed a society to the brink

Strategic angle: A new study uncovers the origins of farming in Argentina's Uspallata Valley, highlighting a significant shift in local agricultural practices.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: A Massive Freshwater Reservoir Discovered Beneath the Great Salt Lake

Strategic angle: Airborne electromagnetic surveys reveal a hidden freshwater system extending up to 4 kilometers deep.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Some European Launcher Challenge funding remains in limbo

Strategic angle: Nearly 140 million euros allocated to support launch vehicle development could be lost.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Hidden antibiotics in river fish spark new food safety fears

Strategic angle: Antibiotics accumulating in a Brazilian river raise concerns over human exposure through contaminated fish.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Gender conformity starts young, and boys and girls fall in line in different ways

Strategic angle: Research reveals the early pressures of gender conformity and its social consequences.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Light-based technique creates artificial structures that mimic the scaffolding of cells

Strategic angle: A novel laser-based system developed by RIKEN researchers can create mesh-like structures that resemble cell cytoskeletons, aiding in protein interaction research.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: New research explores the paradox of firms' unique technologies

Strategic angle: A company's ability to be technologically unique is an asset, but it can also be a costly, isolating characteristic.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Limited jobs block social mobility opportunities for young people in coastal and rural areas, study shows

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that the lack of job availability in coastal and rural areas significantly restricts social mobility for young residents.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Are humans naturally violent? New research challenges long-held assumptions

Strategic angle: New research from the University of Lincoln, UK, suggests that everyday aggression does not inevitably lead to lethal conflict.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Can animals sense earthquakes?

Strategic angle: For centuries, unusual animal behavior before earthquakes has been reported worldwide.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Newly discovered photos show astronaut Neil Armstrong after the Gemini 8 emergency

Strategic angle: Sixty years after Neil Armstrong barely survived an emergency in orbit around Earth on Gemini 8, never-before-seen photos of his heroic return have been donated to the Ohio museum that bears his name.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Women Assistant Principals Average 13.2 Teaching Years Before First Principal Bid

Strategic angle: A study highlights the gender disparity in school leadership roles, revealing that women assistant principals have significantly more teaching experience before applying for principal positions.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: How DICER cuts microRNAs with single-nucleotide precision

Strategic angle: A research team from HKUST uncovers the precise mechanism of the DICER enzyme in RNA silencing.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Where did the ancient Greeks and Romans think lightning came from? Hint: not just the gods

Strategic angle: Ancient civilizations had unique interpretations of lightning, often attributing it to divine forces.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: JWST Probes Emerging Young Star Clusters in Nearby Spiral Galaxy NGC 628

Strategic angle: An international team of astronomers uses the James Webb Space Telescope to observe the spiral galaxy NGC 628, revealing insights into young star clusters.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Musk's Twitter takeover highlights danger of owner-dominated social media platforms

Strategic angle: A new study warns that Elon Musk's transformation of Twitter into X signifies the emergence of a potentially authoritarian control over social media.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Why drawing eyes on food packaging could stop seagulls stealing your chips

Strategic angle: The increasingly urban lifestyles of seagulls in the UK and around Europe have made them experts at grabbing food from unsuspecting outdoor diners.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Dishwashing with side effects: Kitchen sponges release microplastics

Strategic angle: A study reveals that kitchen sponges may be a significant source of microplastics in households.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Mussel-inspired glue from recycled plastics can be detached and reused

Strategic angle: Researchers develop a tough, reusable adhesive from waste polymers that performs well in various environments.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Dogs can overdose too: Naloxone training can save pets as well as humans

Strategic angle: Opioid-class drugs pose overdose risks for both humans and pets, highlighting the importance of Naloxone training.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Two buried Iron Age hoards reveal first evidence for four-wheeled wagons in Britain

Strategic angle: A significant archaeological discovery in North Yorkshire sheds light on ancient transportation.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Motivated employees get more out-of-role work, even when it costs bonuses

Strategic angle: A study reveals that motivated employees are willing to take on additional tasks without expecting financial rewards.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Superconducting altermagnets could carry spin without energy loss

Strategic angle: Researchers propose a new class of magnetic materials that may enhance superconductors' capabilities.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Artemis 2 returns to the pad for April launch attempt

Strategic angle: The Artemis 2 launch vehicle and spacecraft have returned to the launch pad for a launch as soon as April 1.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Scientists create wheat-only gel from bran fiber and gluten protein

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in utilizing wheat by-products for nutritious applications.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Predicting RNA activity expands therapeutic possibilities

Strategic angle: With AI, researchers can now predict RNA activity, opening new avenues for therapeutic development.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: A student volunteer and a mesh suit helped us figure out how mosquitoes reach their targets

Strategic angle: Undergraduate Chris Zuo's experiment reveals insights into mosquito behavior through a unique mesh suit.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Moons orbiting wandering exoplanets could be habitable—with one catch

Strategic angle: Provided they host thick, hydrogen-dominated atmospheres, moons orbiting free-floating exoplanets could retain much of the heat generated deep within their interiors by tidal forces.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Expert opinion on AI, automation, and the future of work

Strategic angle: Yale economist Pascual Restrepo discusses the implications of AI on labor markets in a comprehensive Q&A.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Critically endangered monkey gives birth after surgery saves her foot

Strategic angle: A 15-year-old roloway monkey at Chester Zoo has welcomed a baby following life-saving surgery.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Kimchi-derived probiotic found to promote binding and excretion of intestinal nanoplastics

Strategic angle: A lactic acid bacterium from kimchi may aid in removing harmful nanoplastics from the body.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: New AI tool predicts cancer spread with surprising accuracy

Strategic angle: Researchers have discovered that cancer spread isn’t random—it follows a biological 'program' identified through gene patterns in colon tumor cells.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Scientists just found a hidden 48-dimensional world in quantum light

Strategic angle: A routine quantum optics technique just revealed an extraordinary secret: entangled light can carry incredibly complex topological structures.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Physicists find electronic agents that govern flat band quantum materials

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in understanding the fundamental electronic building blocks of flat-band quantum materials has been achieved.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: March heat surges past 100 in California and Arizona, smashing records

Strategic angle: A burst of unusual March heat is hitting the United States this week and into next, busting previous monthly heat records by wide margins.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: This crocodile ran like a greyhound across prehistoric Britain 200 million years ago

Strategic angle: A newly discovered Triassic reptile from the UK looked more like a racing greyhound than a crocodile, built for speed on land.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Tectonic shift: Earth was already moving 3.5 billion years ago

Strategic angle: Scientists have uncovered the oldest direct evidence yet that Earth’s tectonic plates were on the move 3.5 billion years ago.

Editorial Staff 27 days ago

Briefing: Scientists turn probiotic bacteria into tumor-hunting cancer killers

Strategic angle: Engineered probiotics infiltrate tumors to produce targeted cancer-fighting drugs.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Addressing the Achilles' heel of marine protected areas

Strategic angle: New research emphasizes the importance of understanding human behavior for the success of marine protected areas.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: You probably agree with animals on which bird calls, frog noises and cricket chirps are most attractive—new study

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that animals may share preferences for certain sounds used in mating calls.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Feeling you belong may keep scientists in ornithology, study suggests

Strategic angle: A new study from Virginia Tech reveals that a sense of belonging may be key to retaining scientists in the field of ornithology.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Men are losing a key chromosome with age and it may be deadly

Strategic angle: Aging men often lose the Y chromosome in a growing number of their cells, linked to serious health risks.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Old-growth forests store a lot more carbon than managed forests, study finds

A new study reveals that Swedish old-growth forests hold 83% more carbon than their managed counterparts.

Editorial Staff Updated 28 days ago

Briefing: New model links carbon-13 spike to Great Oxidation Event 2.45 billion years ago

Strategic angle: Two University of Victoria geologists provide new insights into ancient ocean floor chemistry.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

NASA’s X-59 Prepares for Second Flight

NASA’s X-59 experimental aircraft is gearing up for its second flight, paving the way for extensive flight testing in 2026.

Editorial Staff Updated 28 days ago

Briefing: Synthesis of amino acids from carbon reaches 97% efficiency with cell-free system

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking method achieves high efficiency in amino acid synthesis, crucial for biological processes.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Opening a new window into superconductivity by reimagining a classic tool

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking approach to achieving room-temperature superconductors could revolutionize energy transmission.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: From free love to post-apocalyptic survival: A trend of redefining family has emerged

Strategic angle: Chosen families are evolving but remain a cherished—and vital—lifeline for many.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Designing better 2D electronics: Addressing anisotropic conductivity to cut contact resistance

Strategic angle: The high-performance semiconductor devices powering smartphone displays, AI computing, EV batteries and more are increasingly incorporating 2D materials to overcome silicon's scaling limits.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Why some regions are winning the fight against groundwater depletion

Strategic angle: Exploring successful strategies in groundwater management for sustainable water supply.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Climate variability poses a threat to cold blooded animals, research indicates

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that cold-blooded animals struggle to adapt to temperature changes, increasing their vulnerability to climate change.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Officina Stellare wins $2 million contract for lasercom ground station in Spain

Strategic angle: Italian manufacturer Officina Stellare secures funding for advanced optical communication technology.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Moss-associated nitrogen fixation helps sustain plant growth in warming permafrost ecosystems

Strategic angle: Climate warming enhances plant growth in permafrost regions through extended growing seasons and improved root access.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Chemo-optogenetic tool uses vitamin B₁₂ and green light to precisely regulate cell communication

Strategic angle: Researchers at HKUST develop CarGAP to control gap junctions with precision.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Rocket Lab launches eighth Synspective radar imaging satellite

Strategic angle: Rocket Lab successfully deployed the latest satellite for Synspective, enhancing radar imaging capabilities.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: DNA analysis reveals two Hirondellea amphipods range farther and deeper than known

Strategic angle: New study enhances understanding of deep-sea biodiversity and evolutionary processes.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: New paper outlines pathways to equitable flood adaptation

Strategic angle: A new study highlights the disparities in flood recovery efforts, focusing on the challenges faced by vulnerable communities in New York and New Jersey.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Hangar One Restoration Project Completed

Strategic angle: The historic Hangar One has undergone a significant restoration, marking a new chapter for this iconic landmark.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Another GPS launch shifts from ULA to SpaceX as Vulcan investigation continues

Strategic angle: The GPS III SV-10 satellite will now be launched by SpaceX due to ongoing issues with ULA's Vulcan Centaur rocket.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: A self-sufficient Mars garden? How cyanobacteria-based fertilizer could grow edible biomass

Strategic angle: A research team from the University of Bremen and the German Aerospace Center has made significant progress in developing a sustainable farming solution for Mars.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Researchers uncover gut-liver serotonin pathway that limits nanoparticle and viral delivery

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the gut-liver immune regulatory axis and its role in limiting nanoparticle and viral delivery.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Compact terahertz imaging system brings real-time, non-invasive clinical diagnostics closer

Strategic angle: Scientists at the University of Warwick and University of Exeter have developed a fully fiber-coupled terahertz imaging system that enhances the speed and resolution of clinical diagnostics.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: NASA Selects University Finalists for Technology Concepts Competition

Strategic angle: 14 university teams chosen for the 2026 RASC-AL Competition to design innovative aerospace concepts.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: ShadowCam search casts doubt on abundant lunar ice

Strategic angle: New observations challenge the presence of water ice on the lunar surface.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: How Open NASA Data on Comet 3I/ATLAS Will Power Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Strategic angle: The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will soon leave our solar system, but its observations will enrich NASA’s public data archives.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Ancient sling bullet delivers a 2,100-year-old taunt: 'Learn your lesson!'

Strategic angle: A discovery at Hippos reveals lead sling bullets used in ancient warfare, inscribed with a message.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Replicating bacterial DNA relies on accordion-like folds to separate, researchers discover

Strategic angle: New research reveals the unique mechanism bacteria use for DNA replication, differing from human cell processes.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Innovative Recycling Method Converts Waste PET into High-Quality Raw Materials

Strategic angle: A new technique promises to enhance the recycling of PET, producing clean hydrogen and high-quality materials.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: NASA Exploration, Science Inspire “Project Hail Mary” Film

Strategic angle: Real-life space exploration and big-screen science fiction will converge on Friday as NASA prepares to launch Artemis II.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: New 'atlas' for dendritic cells creates order in international nomenclature

Strategic angle: Aarushi Caro's Ph.D. work establishes a systematic classification for dendritic cells, enhancing clarity in cancer immunology.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: 'Plastic-eating' fusion enzyme improves polyester textile recycling

Strategic angle: Scientists develop an engineered enzyme that accelerates the breakdown of PET plastic, enhancing recycling efforts.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Vertical gardens prove effective in improving indoor air quality

Strategic angle: Researchers at the University of Seville have demonstrated the effectiveness of active vertical garden systems in enhancing indoor air quality.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Low-cost test dissolves threat of fake drugs

Strategic angle: Researchers have devised a low-cost way to help distinguish legitimate medications from counterfeit ones.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Social media makes people unhappy — World Happiness Report

The 2026 World Happiness Report reveals a decline in life satisfaction among young people in English-speaking countries.

Editorial Staff Updated 28 days ago

Briefing: New AI Model Predicts Record High Dipole Moments in Unexpected Molecules

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking machine learning model simplifies the search for innovative molecules by accurately predicting electric dipole moments.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Perceived inequality is a breeding ground for populism, say researchers

Strategic angle: Income and wealth disparities have widened significantly, correlating with the rise of populist parties in Europe.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Smile mission set for April 9 launch to image Earth's magnetic field in X-rays

Strategic angle: The Smile mission is set to launch on a Vega-C rocket from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Long-term road surveys reveal widespread declines in South African birds of prey

Strategic angle: A comprehensive study has revealed substantial declines in many of South Africa's birds of prey (raptors) over the past 16 years, raising fresh concerns about the conservation status of several iconic and threatened species.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: A new entanglement-enhanced quantum sensing scheme

Strategic angle: Quantum scientists unveil advancements in quantum sensing technologies utilizing entanglement.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: Early Southwest heat is latest in parade of weather extremes as Earth warms

Strategic angle: The dangerous heat wave shattering March records all over the U.S. Southwest highlights the increasing frequency of extreme weather due to global warming.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: NASA returns moon rocket to pad, eyeing April 1 launch

Strategic angle: NASA on Thursday began returning its towering SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft to its Florida launch pad ahead of a planned flyby of the moon, after completing necessary repairs.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

NASA's Artemis missions promise a return to the moon—but when?

NASA's Artemis II mission plans to fly around the moon and back this April.

Editorial Staff Updated 28 days ago

Briefing: Restless Kīlauea Launches Lava and Ash

Strategic angle: Episode 43 of the Hawaiian volcano’s current eruption was marked by high lava fountains and widespread ash dispersal.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: What happens after Ozempic shocked researchers

Strategic angle: A large study reveals that stopping Ozempic may not lead to significant weight regain for most users.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Mind over metal: Staying wary of metal-related toxicities for pets

Strategic angle: Pets encounter various risks, including invisible threats from metal-related toxicities that owners may underestimate.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Death of the front yard: The quiet change sweeping Sydney suburbs

Strategic angle: A new study reveals a significant shift in Sydney's suburban landscapes, with a decline in greenery and front gardens.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Physicists trace the sun's magnetic engine, 200,000 kilometers below its surface

Every eleven years, the sun's magnetic field flips, influencing solar activity and eruptions.

Editorial Staff Updated 29 days ago

Briefing: Scientists thought ravens followed wolves. They were wrong

Strategic angle: New research reveals that ravens are more strategic in finding food than previously believed.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: A water solution for drought‑prone South Africa: We designed systems to replenish aquifers

Strategic angle: South Africa is the 30th driest country in the world. Over 400 towns rely on aquifers for their water supply.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Bird flu risk to Danish cattle: New tool can warn farmers before infection spreads

Strategic angle: A new tool aims to alert farmers to potential bird flu outbreaks in cattle, helping to mitigate risks.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Moral metrics: Are corporate algorithms becoming our new moral authorities?

Strategic angle: Exploring the influence of corporate algorithms on personal and societal decision-making.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Why the gender wealth gap is still so stubborn, and what it means for women's well-being

Strategic angle: Inequality in wealth between men and women persists, impacting women's overall well-being.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Workplace nature breaks may cut stress, study finds

Strategic angle: A new Cornell study highlights the benefits of nature breaks in reducing workplace stress.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Chemical pollutants are rife across the world’s oceans

Strategic angle: A new study reveals alarming levels of chemical pollutants affecting marine ecosystems globally.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: How birds are spreading plastic pollution

Strategic angle: Gulls adapt to human habits, contributing to plastic waste spread.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Clearing the nanoscale bottleneck holding back next-gen electronics

Strategic angle: UCLA researchers improve electrical current entry in perovskite semiconductors, paving the way for advanced electronics.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Project Hail Mary is packed with hard science. An astrophysicist breaks it down

Strategic angle: An astrophysicist critiques the scientific accuracy of Project Hail Mary, exploring its themes and concepts.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Engineered nanoparticles show enhanced intrinsic luminescence for biomedical imaging and cancer treatment

Strategic angle: Researchers at the University of São Paulo have developed a method to enhance the luminescence of hydroxyapatite nanoparticles for medical applications.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Ultra-thin MoSe₂ grating traps infrared light in a 40-nanometer layer

Strategic angle: Controlling light at the micro- and nanoscale opens up opportunities for a better understanding of the world and the development of technology.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Eye-tracking reveals the brain commits to one syntax before a sentence is clear

Strategic angle: Study shows that listeners anticipate language structure even before hearing complete sentences.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Durum wheat lines combine freezing tolerance with high pasta quality

Strategic angle: Researchers develop new durum wheat lines that withstand freezing temperatures while maintaining high-quality pasta production.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Audit managers' work-life balance suffered during COVID

Strategic angle: The COVID pandemic significantly impacted the work-life balance of audit managers, highlighting the challenges of remote work.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Light-activated medicines may cut side effects: How a switchable beta blocker works

Strategic angle: Research in photopharmacology aims to develop drugs that can be switched on and off with light, potentially reducing side effects.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: An AI-guided gene-editing tool for more precise and safer DNA correction

Strategic angle: Researchers at NUS Medicine have developed a revolutionary method to enhance base editors for improved DNA editing.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: How a tryptophan-rich allosteric communication network helps activate a major drug target receptor

Strategic angle: A multinational research team uncovers the role of tryptophan in receptor dynamics and activation.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Kratos wins $446 million Space Force contract for missile-tracking ground systems

Strategic angle: The agreement is for ground management and integration for the Resilient Missile Warning and Tracking satellite program.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Air pollution to rise over Europe in coming days: EU agency

Strategic angle: Air quality is expected to deteriorate across parts of Europe due to an increase in microscopic polluting particles.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Earthquake scientists reveal how overplowing weakens soil at experimental farm

Strategic angle: Plowing, or tilling, is an age-old agricultural practice that readies the soil for planting but may have detrimental effects on soil stability.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Monte Verde fieldwork resets age of famous South American archaeological site

Strategic angle: New research challenges the widely accepted theory regarding the first inhabitants of North America.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: How an RNA-binding protein detects and responds to non-optimal codon usage in human cells

Strategic angle: Exploring the role of RNA-binding proteins in gene expression and protein synthesis.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Humans and animals have the same preference in mating calls, citizen science experiment finds

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that both humans and animals are attracted to similar mating signals, highlighting a shared appreciation for nature's beauty.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: How our planet's history was shaped when the Earth moved

Strategic angle: The motions of tectonic plates have significantly influenced the Earth's landscape and the evolution of life.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: 'Miracle': Europe reconnects with lost spacecraft

Strategic angle: The European Space Agency announced Thursday it has re-established communication with a spacecraft that is part of its Proba-3 mission, after losing contact with the satellite a month ago.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Study uncovers mineral 'sink' that reduced phosphorus in early oceans, potentially delaying Earth's oxygen rise

Strategic angle: Research reveals how a mineral 'sink' may have impacted the timing of oxygen accumulation in Earth's atmosphere.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: 'Mini earthquakes' turn tiny chips into radio signal powerhouses

Strategic angle: Engineers at the University of Twente have developed a method to enhance radio signal generation on chips using light and sound interactions.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Ancient brines helped build Idaho's Silver Valley and Cobalt belt

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the geological history behind Idaho's Silver Valley, known for its massive silver production.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: A multi-lane highway for light: Topology helps build more robust photonic networks

Strategic angle: Penn-led researchers demonstrate the use of topology to enhance chip-based photonic networks.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: DESI maps C-19, an extremely metal-poor Milky Way stellar stream

Strategic angle: Astronomers utilize the Mayall 4-meter telescope to study the C-19 stellar stream, revealing its metal-poor composition.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: NASA to Cover Progress 94 Spacecraft Launch, Space Station Docking

Strategic angle: NASA will provide live coverage of the launch and docking of a Roscosmos cargo spacecraft carrying essential supplies to the International Space Station.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Tropical Cyclone Narelle to make landfall in far north Qld on Friday as category 5 storm, bringing 315km/h wind gusts

Massive storm tracking a path to Queensland coast, intensified offshore to category 5, fueled by warm waters in Coral Sea.

Editorial Staff Updated 29 days ago

Briefing: Researchers link carbon fiber weakening in aircraft to total moisture content

Strategic angle: New research reveals moisture absorption is crucial in carbon fiber degradation, impacting aircraft safety.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: NASA considering sharp increase in robotic lunar landings

Strategic angle: NASA proposes a significant rise in robotic lunar lander missions, stirring excitement and confusion in the space community.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: The best strength training plan might be simpler than you think

Strategic angle: New strength training guidelines emphasize that doing any resistance training is what truly matters.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: ReOrbit sells two small GEO satellites to SLI

Strategic angle: Finnish satellite manufacturer ReOrbit has signed a contract with asset-financing company SLI for two small geostationary orbit communications satellites.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Scientists discover new heavy proton-like particle at CERN

A new subatomic particle, Ξcc⁺, has been discovered at CERN's Large Hadron Collider, marking a significant advancement in particle physics.

Editorial Staff Updated 29 days ago

Briefing: High-resolution atlas shows how thirsty plants hold out during drought

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how plants adapt to extreme drought conditions in the American Southwest.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Mystery fish deaths in Papua New Guinea prompt health warning

Strategic angle: Villagers on a remote island in Papua New Guinea have been warned not to eat fish until scientists can identify the cause of thousands of deaths of marine creatures and hundreds of cases of illness.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Apex sells satellite for Japanese technology demonstration mission

Strategic angle: Satellite manufacturer Apex has secured a contract to deliver a spacecraft bus for a Japanese technology demonstration.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Scientists recreated a dinosaur nest to solve a 70-million-year-old mystery

Strategic angle: Researchers have built a life-size oviraptor nest to uncover the hatching methods of these ancient dinosaurs.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Changing shower and toilet habits could help close England's five billion-liter water gap, research finds

Strategic angle: A new report suggests that altering daily water usage habits could significantly reduce England's water shortfall.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Australia’s “Red Centre” Turns Green

Strategic angle: Abundant rainfall in February and March 2026 transformed the desert landscape of Central Australia.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: More and more teachers and students are using AI, even though it might do more harm than good

Strategic angle: K-12 teachers and students across the country are increasingly using AI in and out of classrooms.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Some 'designer' crossbreed dogs may have more problem behaviors than pure breeds

Strategic angle: A study reveals that certain designer crossbreeds exhibit more undesirable behaviors compared to their purebred counterparts.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: School phone policies not silver bullet for student outcomes

Strategic angle: A new UK study reveals mixed effects of smartphone bans in schools on student well-being and social interactions.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: New DNA base editor minimizes bystander edits while maintaining high efficiency

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking advancement in gene editing technology enhances precision while reducing unintended changes.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: How to stop panic buying: Research finds COVID lesson

Strategic angle: Panic buying doesn't just respond to shortages—it creates them. Lessons from COVID-19 are vital for preventing future frenzies.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: New ice core studies expand histories of greenhouse gases and ocean temperature to 3 million years

Strategic angle: New analyses of ancient ice from Antarctica are extending Earth's climate records and enhancing understanding of climate change over 3 million years.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Global insect rescue plan requires new technology to ensure success

Strategic angle: Cameras and AI tools are essential for tracking the effectiveness of global efforts to save insects.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Clearing circular RNA from cells extends lifespan, C. elegans study reveals

Strategic angle: Researchers at KAIST uncover how removing circular RNA can enhance longevity in C. elegans.

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Briefing: Ancient climate records reveal a wetter Levant that may have guided early humans out of Africa

Strategic angle: A new study suggests that historical weather patterns in the Levant played a crucial role in human migration.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Plant survival under three simultaneous stressors may hinge on a single protein

Strategic angle: Researchers at the University of Missouri have discovered certain proteins may be the key to saving plants' lives when multiple stressors hit at the same time.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Is glass a solid or a super slow liquid?

Strategic angle: Physicists create equilibrium glassy phase from rod-shaped particles, challenging traditional views on glass behavior.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Rocket Lab wins $190 million Pentagon deal for hypersonic test flights

Strategic angle: The contract is for 20 hypersonic flight missions over four years.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Dolls beat tablets at building social understanding, six-week study suggests

Strategic angle: Research indicates that playing with dolls fosters empathy and social skills in children more effectively than tablets.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Scientists turn rubber waste into new materials and capture CO₂

Strategic angle: Researchers at the University of St Andrews have unveiled two breakthrough techniques for chemically recycling nitrile-rubber products.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Cell-inspired sensor can monitor blood for 10 hours without sensitivity loss

Strategic angle: A breakthrough sensor developed by La Trobe University tracks molecular changes in blood, enabling real-time personalized medicine.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Scientists Discover New Bee Species Dependent on Texas Shrub

Strategic angle: Entomologists unveil a new mining bee species closely tied to cenizo, Texas's official state shrub.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Durable dual-atom catalyst enables high-temperature CO₂ to CO conversion

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in carbon dioxide conversion technology could pave the way for more efficient synthetic fuel production.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Energy-efficient Fe-Ni catalyst could cut costs for alkaline water electrolysis

Strategic angle: Affordable, green energy production has long been promoted as a means to accelerate the decarbonization of sectors such as heavy industry, long-duration energy storage, and transportation.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Space Command classified wargame to include 25 commercial players

Strategic angle: Maj. Gen. Keener: The exercise will help Space Command ‘better understand commercial challenges, requirements, and how we can better work together’

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Controlling the pinewood nematode: Finding the best balance between cost and effectiveness

Strategic angle: The pinewood nematode poses a significant threat to pine forests, prompting regulatory measures for effective management.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: How AI Deep Learning is Helping Scientists Protect California's Coastal Ecosystems

Strategic angle: UCLA researchers create high-resolution maps of California's kelp forests to aid conservation efforts.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Diverse C-terminal variation rewires protein stability in health and disease

Strategic angle: Proteins are the tiny machines that keep our cells running, and how long they last in the cell often determines how well they can do their job.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: AI Rebuilds Molecules from Exploding Fragments

Strategic angle: A new generative AI model can recreate molecular structures from ion movements after explosions.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: How two dim stars came together to shine brightly

Strategic angle: Brown dwarfs, often called 'failed stars', reveal their potential in a cosmic union.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: What makes a genus real? Scientists use tree bats to evaluate a testable '2 Sigma Genus Concept'

Strategic angle: Dr. Amy Baird and her team aim to redefine taxonomic categories in biology through their innovative research.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Curiosity Blog, Sols 4832–4837: Driving the (Contact) Line!

Strategic angle: Exploring the final phase of the boxwork campaign on Mars.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Across Europe, warm-adapted plants spread as cold specialists retreat

Strategic angle: An international study reveals the impact of climate change on plant communities across Europe.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Reengineered Mass Spectrometer Processes a Billion Molecules at Once

Strategic angle: A new prototype revolutionizes mass spectrometry by enabling the analysis of billions of molecules simultaneously, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Children shaped clay 15,000 years ago, long before pottery or farming, archaeologists find

Strategic angle: Archaeological discoveries reveal that children in the Levant were molding clay long before the advent of pottery and agriculture.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: 3D Model Predicts Mosquito Flight Paths from Sight and CO₂ Cues

Strategic angle: Researchers at MIT and Georgia Tech unveil a model that demonstrates how mosquitoes use visual and chemical cues to locate their targets.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Mental health policy is emerging as a key voting issue for Americans, study suggests

Strategic angle: A new study indicates that mental health policies significantly influence voter decisions in the U.S.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: New study shows democracy has deep global roots—not just Greece and Rome

Strategic angle: A new study on ancient societies from around the world is rewriting what we thought we knew about democracy.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Why heights and snakes still hit harder: Study tracks fear sweat in 119 people

Strategic angle: A study reveals that both modern and ancestral threats trigger similar physiological reactions.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Neanderthals may have used birch tar for its anti-bacterial properties, experiments suggest

Strategic angle: A study indicates that Neanderthals likely utilized birch tar for treating wounds and other purposes.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Remote working challenges linked to management issues

Strategic angle: Strong organizational and management capabilities are key to implementing and getting the most out of successful remote and hybrid working practices.

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Briefing: Pioneering research on salmon louse larvae could better inform parasite control strategies

Strategic angle: A first-of-its-kind University of Stirling study reveals significant differences in the secretions of salmon lice larvae, potentially enhancing control strategies.

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Briefing: The fish species that knows when you are watching them

Strategic angle: Emperor cichlids react negatively to being observed, particularly when it comes to their young.

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Briefing: Astronomers search for 'exotrojans' hiding in extreme pulsar systems

Strategic angle: Exploring the mysterious Trojans of the cosmos, named after Greek mythology.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: A 'two-factor authentication' system that controls microRNA destruction

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how cells manage the lifespan of microRNAs to ensure proper gene regulation.

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Briefing: First World Map Shows Impact of the Tidal Pulse in Coastal Rivers

Strategic angle: New research reveals how tidal fluctuations influence inland river systems, increasing flood risks.

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Briefing: Colliding dust and the sparks of creation: Carbon-coated grains provide new clue to life's early energy

Strategic angle: Two microscopic grains collide and produce a tiny spark, potentially providing the energy necessary for the emergence of life on Earth.

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Briefing: Mystery of quinine biosynthesis solved with newly discovered enzymes

Strategic angle: For over 350 years, quinine has been a crucial medicine against malaria, and new findings may enhance our understanding of its production.

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Briefing: Integrative archaeogenetics reveal how Southern Andean communities adopted farming and endured crises

Strategic angle: An interdisciplinary study reconstructs over 2,000 years of population history in Argentina's Uspallata Valley, shedding light on ancient agricultural practices.

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Briefing: Global study finds majority of people worldwide prioritize environmental protection over economic growth

Strategic angle: A new study reveals a global preference for environmental protection over economic growth amidst conflicting goals.

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Briefing: Can't stop endlessly scrolling? Tips to help you take back control

Strategic angle: The infinite scroll feature keeps users engaged, but here are ways to regain control over your screen time.

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Briefing: A world‑first quantum battery charges faster when it gets bigger—but it's tiny and only lasts nanoseconds

Strategic angle: Imagine charging your phone almost instantly by exploiting the strange rules of quantum physics.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Rapid melting of Antarctic sea ice is largely driven by ocean warming, research reveals

Strategic angle: Research from the University of Gothenburg uncovers the factors behind the decline of Antarctic sea ice since 2015.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Widely Attended Gatherings (WAGs) Determinations Announced

Strategic angle: NASA reveals upcoming events that qualify as widely attended gatherings for 2026.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: NASA Grappling with Planetary Science Funding Shortfall

Strategic angle: NASA's planetary science program faces a funding shortfall, prompting strategic decisions on mission continuations.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Snail-derived compound could be a safer anticoagulant compared to heparin

Strategic angle: A new study suggests a snail-derived compound may reduce the risk of excessive bleeding associated with traditional anticoagulants.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Reasons for illegal fishing 'more nuanced' than previously thought, international research shows

Strategic angle: New research reveals the complex causes behind the resurgence of illegal fishing in northern Australian waters.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Microwave Quantum Network Shows Resilience Against Heat-Related Disturbances

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how quantum communication systems can maintain functionality despite thermal disruptions.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Prodrug lipid nanoparticle could unlock universal immunotherapy for solid cancers

Strategic angle: Engineers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed a new type of lipid nanoparticle (LNP) that could one day serve as a universal immunotherapy for cancers that form solid tumors.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Protein sequencing advance offers new insights into life's foundations

Strategic angle: Proteins, one of the smallest building blocks of life on Earth, hold promise for answering some of biology's biggest questions.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: A 'consortium' of bacteria cooperates to eat phthalate plasticizers that single microbes can't stomach

Strategic angle: Plastic trash has reached the world's most remote locations, from the bottom of the Mariana Trench to the summit of Everest.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Wave of Dust Rolls Through Texas

Strategic angle: An advancing cold front kicked up a sharp line of sand and other small particles that swept over the high plains.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Targeted alpha therapy: One compound holds promise for unified cancer care

Strategic angle: ORNL is a leader in developing advanced radiotherapies and providing essential radioisotopes.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Dallas-Fort Worth has untapped innovation potential, study says

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that the Dallas-Fort Worth area possesses the necessary elements to become a national innovation leader but is not fully leveraging its capabilities.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: New material can collect clean and safe drinking water from the air

Strategic angle: Norwegian researchers explore atmospheric water generators to address global water resource challenges.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Bull sharks form social relationships with specific 'friends,' research reveals

A new study shows that bull sharks prefer specific social partners rather than mixing randomly.

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Briefing: Research reveals hidden ocean heat waves threatening South China Sea ecosystems

Strategic angle: The South China Sea faces growing threats from subsurface marine heat waves that could impact its rich biodiversity and fisheries.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Researchers explore new ways to neutralize germs using light-activated nanomaterials

Strategic angle: At Empa, researchers are developing innovative methods to combat harmful bacteria and viruses using advanced nanomaterials.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: How Edvard Munch's painting 'The Scream' might look in 300 years' time

Strategic angle: Exploring the future of Edvard Munch's iconic artwork and the impact of time on its appearance.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Natural textile fibers may persist for more than a century in lake sediments

Strategic angle: Natural fibers like cotton and wool, often seen as sustainable, have been found preserved in a U.K. lake for over a century, challenging biodegradation assumptions.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Light-activated material offers new approach to carbon dioxide conversion

Strategic angle: Scientists have developed a new material that can use sunlight and water to convert carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide, paving the way for sustainable fuel and chemical production.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Using cow dung for sustainable carbon dioxide capture

Strategic angle: Exploring innovative methods to combat climate change through natural resources.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Decline in Japanese chum salmon linked to climate change

Strategic angle: Japanese chum salmon populations are dwindling, prompting increased reliance on imports.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Scientists create a new state of matter at room temperature using light and nanostructures

Strategic angle: Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have engineered a supersolid by manipulating light and matter interactions.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: The cactus on your desk is an evolution speed machine

Strategic angle: New research reveals that cacti can rapidly create new species, challenging previous beliefs about plant evolution.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: AI model predicts chemical effects on gene expression, speeding drug discovery

Strategic angle: A new AI model offers insights into gene expression changes, potentially transforming drug discovery processes.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Why models and longitudinal data on adherence to non-pharmaceutical interventions must come together

Strategic angle: An interdisciplinary team of authors from Canada, Austria, the U.S. and Germany has outlined how immuno-epidemiology and individual decision-making on non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) can be understood jointly in the future.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Space Force overhauls buying structure with new mission portfolios

Strategic angle: New structure gives ‘Portfolio Acquisition Executives’ authority over funding, requirements and integration across major space missions.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Nest-building birds help disperse cotton further than wind, study suggests

Strategic angle: A study reveals that birds significantly contribute to the dispersal of wild cotton, surpassing the role of wind.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Genetic Analyses Reveal Unique Sponge Species in the Indo-Pacific

Strategic angle: New research highlights the regional uniqueness of sponge species in the Indo-Pacific, a vital area for marine biodiversity.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Statistics that tell the whole truth? It's as easy as ABC

Strategic angle: A Cornell statistics expert proposes a method to enhance statistical power and reduce bias in research.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: What happens to cigarette butts after 10 years in the environment

Strategic angle: Cigarette butts are the most common form of litter worldwide, with trillions discarded annually, impacting various environments.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Nano 3D Metallic Parts Exhibit Unexpected Strength Despite Defects

Strategic angle: Caltech scientists have engineered tiny 3D metallic components that maintain surprising strength, even with defects.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Proof-of-concept quantum battery shows faster charging as it gets larger

Strategic angle: Australian scientists have developed the world's first proof-of-concept quantum battery, revolutionizing energy storage technology.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: From dust to planets: Parabolic flight reveal a turbulent path

Strategic angle: A research team explores how fine dust aggregates into building blocks for planets through parabolic flight experiments.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Sunscreen produces persistent free radicals when exposed to light, study finds

Strategic angle: Research from the Department of Environmental Health Sciences explores how common sunscreen ingredients behave under light exposure.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: How humans took over the planet: The role of cultural evolution

Strategic angle: Exploring the rapid expansion and adaptability of humans across diverse environments.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: The autonomy of universities in the U.S. falls far behind peer group, analysis finds

Strategic angle: Academic freedom continues to decline worldwide, with significant implications for U.S. universities.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Carbon nanotube 'black paint' absorbs terahertz radiation to cut 6G interference

Strategic angle: Skoltech researchers develop a key component for enhancing 6G communication technology.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: AI model improves flood forecasting with higher accuracy than current methods

Strategic angle: New studies reveal machine learning's potential in enhancing flood prediction accuracy.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: The cost of cold: Economics research links frozen crops to domestic violence

Strategic angle: Severe drought and freezing temperatures in the Peruvian Andes have led to increased domestic violence, highlighting the economic impact of climate change.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Why some people still believe that aliens shaped ancient civilizations

Strategic angle: Could ancient humans really have built the pyramids without extraterrestrial help? Or do such questions reveal more about modern anxieties than the past itself?

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: When it comes to networks, nature has an edge

Strategic angle: Exploring the similarities and differences between natural and engineered networks.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Largest UK study uncovers hidden chemical risks in waste-to-energy residues

Strategic angle: New research reveals potential dangers associated with energy-from-waste facilities, challenging their perceived environmental benefits.

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Briefing: Moths are flying later in the year than a century ago, study finds

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that moths are now emerging later in the year compared to historical data from the late 19th century.

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Briefing: CO₂ storage in the sea may pose risks to marine life, oyster study finds

Strategic angle: A new study highlights potential dangers of CO₂ storage in oceans, particularly for oysters.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Experiment observes quantum radiation reaction as electrons hit an ultra-intense laser

Strategic angle: For the first time, a quantum radiation reaction in strong electromagnetic fields has been demonstrated experimentally.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Why universities still struggle to make degrees accessible for disabled students

Strategic angle: Despite improved awareness and support, disabled students face ongoing challenges in higher education.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: New rare bird species discovered in Japan

Strategic angle: The Ijima's Leaf Warbler has been identified as a previously unknown species, revealing a fascinating addition to Japan's avian diversity.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Engineered Anhydrobiotic Cells Detect Odors After Years of Dry, Room-Temperature Storage

Strategic angle: Innovative living cells with olfactory receptors offer a breakthrough in odor detection technology.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: New DNA evidence reveals the complex origin of Palau's first settlers

Strategic angle: A new genetic study published in the journal Cell is filling in some important details about the earliest inhabitants of Palau.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Perovskite Crystals Can Host Qubits, Challenging Long-held Assumptions

Strategic angle: Researchers demonstrate that perovskite materials can create quantum bits, paving the way for advancements in quantum computing.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Generative AI in Business Schools: Friend or Foe?

Strategic angle: The rise of tools like ChatGPT has sparked a heated debate in higher education about their impact on learning and academic integrity.

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Briefing: Changing flight paths could slash aviation's climate impact

Strategic angle: Small changes to aircraft flight paths could reduce aviation's global warming impact by nearly half, a new study suggests.

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Briefing: Social background shapes how hard children work at school, according to study

Strategic angle: A new international study reveals the impact of social background on children's academic efforts.

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Briefing: Superconductor advancement could unlock ultra-energy-efficient electronics

Strategic angle: Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology explore the potential of superconducting materials for future energy-efficient applications, despite existing challenges.

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Briefing: New study complicates the search for alien oxygen

Strategic angle: Oxygen, crucial for life on Earth, may not be a reliable indicator of life on other planets, according to new research.

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Briefing: Astronomers discover long-period radio transient of unknown origin

Strategic angle: Using the Australian SKA Pathfinder, astronomers have identified a new long-period radio transient source designated ASKAP J1424.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Criminology Professor Co-Authors Study Examining Stereotypes Against Asian Women

Strategic angle: A new study sheds light on the historical and contemporary stereotypes faced by Asian women in the United States.

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Briefing: How plant populations keep a genetic memory of the past

Strategic angle: Plants are usually seen as stationary life forms, quietly supporting environments. But plant communities and populations are far from static.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Solar energy transforms polystyrene waste into valuable chemicals using sulfur

Strategic angle: Researchers in China develop an eco-friendly method to convert polystyrene waste into valuable chemicals using solar energy.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Engineered lipid nanoparticles reprogram immune metabolism for better mRNA vaccines

Strategic angle: New research reveals how engineered lipid nanoparticles can enhance the efficacy of mRNA vaccines by reprogramming immune metabolism.

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Briefing: Dinos hatched eggs less efficiently than modern birds, researchers show

Strategic angle: A new study reveals insights into the egg-hatching methods of oviraptors, shedding light on their reproductive strategies compared to modern birds.

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Briefing: A Bit of Gray on an Emerald Isle

Strategic angle: Ireland is best known for its many greens, but the striking grays of the island’s Burren region also stand out in satellite images.

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Briefing: A strange twist in the universe’s oldest light may be bigger than we thought

Strategic angle: Scientists have found a new method to measure cosmic birefringence, revealing potential implications for our understanding of the universe.

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Briefing: It's coyote puppy season; here's what you need to know

Strategic angle: Coyotes may be building dens and having litters of pups near you, according to new research from the University of Georgia.

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Briefing: Carbon trading cuts emissions better than carbon taxes

Strategic angle: A global study reveals that carbon trading is more effective in reducing emissions compared to carbon taxes.

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Briefing: A milestone voyage for Antarctic science

Strategic angle: CSIRO research vessel RV Investigator navigates challenging conditions to advance Antarctic research.

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Briefing: A 60-year old mystery about the moon's magnetosphere is finally solved

Strategic angle: New findings shed light on the moon's lack of a protective magnetosphere.

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Briefing: Ticketmaster's Eras Tour chaos made worse by crisis communication failures

Strategic angle: Ticketmaster struggled to handle the overwhelming demand from Taylor Swift fans during the Eras Tour ticket sales, highlighting significant communication issues.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Maize mysteries: Scientists uncover new information on how DNA works in maize

Strategic angle: FSU researchers reveal new insights into the DNA organization in maize, a key species for plant biology.

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Briefing: Scientists inject one tumor and watch cancer vanish across the body

Strategic angle: A redesigned cancer immunotherapy shows promising early results, potentially changing the landscape of cancer treatment.

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Briefing: Why sugar breakdown matters beyond energy—new insights into how it makes cells move

Strategic angle: Researchers uncover the role of sugar breakdown in cell motility, revealing new dimensions of its importance beyond energy production.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Study identifies causes of potato dry rot in Colorado

Strategic angle: Research highlights critical management strategies for potato farmers facing dry rot challenges.

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Briefing: High-resolution electron microscopy sheds light on the cellular responses to stress

Strategic angle: An international team led by researchers from the University Medical Center Göttingen has used advanced electron microscopy technologies to capture key cellular mechanisms of stress resistance.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Clustering-based AI forecasts river water levels using just a few long records

Strategic angle: Reliable and scalable water level prediction is crucial in hydrology for effective water resources management.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Amazonian chocolate: Combining cocoa clones with different post-harvest processes balances flavor and nutritional value

Strategic angle: A study reveals that Amazonian chocolate's unique flavor can be enhanced through specific post-harvest processes.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Milk-derived nanoparticles may enable physicians to target aggressive bile duct cancer

Strategic angle: Mayo Clinic researchers have developed a promising new way to deliver treatment directly to cholangiocarcinoma tumors using milk-derived nanoparticles.

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Briefing: Common pesticide may more than double Parkinson’s disease risk

Strategic angle: A new UCLA Health study suggests that long-term exposure to the pesticide chlorpyrifos may dramatically raise the risk of Parkinson’s disease.

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Briefing: Nvidia unveils AI computing module for space-based data centers

Strategic angle: Chipmaker says new system is designed for satellites and other power-constrained missions.

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Briefing: New study offers insight into tissue-specific gene regulation of sheep

Strategic angle: Livestock breeders could soon have more tools to improve the health and quality of their animals, thanks to a recent study that sheds new light on regulatory elements in the sheep genome.

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Briefing: What you study in school shapes your voting choices in adulthood

Strategic angle: Education is a significant predictor of political preferences across Europe, particularly in Britain.

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Briefing: Microbes in Antarctica survive the freezing and dark winter by living on air

Strategic angle: In the harsh conditions of Antarctica, certain microbes have adapted to thrive without sunlight by utilizing air as their primary energy source.

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Briefing: Light-controlled hydrogel mimics soft human tissue for more realistic cell studies

Strategic angle: Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder create a Jell-O-like material that better simulates human tissue for cell studies.

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Briefing: Gold nanoclusters could selectively recognize chiral biomolecules to help detect certain diseases

Strategic angle: An extensive computational study predicts that gold nanoclusters may aid in disease detection through their ability to recognize chiral biomolecules.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Kayrros sale signals rising demand for satellite intelligence amid Hormuz crisis

Strategic angle: Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have pushed interest in commercial geospatial intelligence services to unprecedented levels.

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Briefing: Tiny tools, sharp aim: Nanobodies target tumors with precision

Strategic angle: Nanobodies—miniature proteins—derived from camel antibodies demonstrated powerful potential to accurately and safely deliver radioisotopes as specialized cancer treatments.

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Briefing: Not just spin—electron orbitals can provide new method for controlling magnetism

Strategic angle: Korean researchers propose a new possibility for controlling magnetism through electron orbitals, aiming to enhance device performance while reducing heat generation.

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Briefing: Personal change thresholds may explain why popular policies fail to spread

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that understanding personal change thresholds can shed light on the resistance to widely supported solutions for major issues like climate change.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Structural modeling reveals phage proteins that manipulate bacterial immune signaling

Strategic angle: Research identifies unknown phage proteins that influence bacterial defenses.

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Briefing: Location of reforestation projects has greater effect on climate than number of trees planted, study shows

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that the site of reforestation efforts is more crucial for climate impact than the sheer number of trees planted.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Rapid sequencing method offers same day detection of antibiotic resistance

Strategic angle: Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have developed a rapid and cost-efficient sequencing method that can identify antibiotic resistance within the same working day.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Half of Native Hawaiian University of Hawaiʻi students experience period poverty, study reveals

Strategic angle: A new study highlights the alarming rates of period poverty among Native Hawaiian students.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Satellite mapping reveals recent and large-scale habitat changes across the Southern Ocean's seascapes

Strategic angle: New research highlights the impact of declining Antarctic sea ice on marine ecosystems.

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Briefing: NASA Invites Media to Learn About Upcoming X-59 Test Flights

Strategic angle: NASA will hold a media teleconference to discuss the X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft's flight tests.

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Briefing: AI Analysis of Nanoribbon Assembly Reveals Protein Design Principles

Strategic angle: New findings suggest incorporating physical forces in protein design algorithms for better outcomes.

Editorial Staff about 1 month ago

Briefing: Extremely rare second-generation star discovered inside ancient relic dwarf galaxy

Strategic angle: Star PicII-503 found in Pictor II dwarf galaxy shows extreme deficiency in iron, offering insights into primordial systems.

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Briefing: Paleontologists uncover a new Spinosaurus species by following a clue from a decades‑old book into the Sahara Desert

Strategic angle: A decades-old clue leads to the discovery of a new Spinosaurus species in the Sahara.

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Briefing: Sugar-processing enzyme has a hidden second job—controlling when cells divide

Strategic angle: A metabolic enzyme studied for over seven decades has a hidden second function—it can unwind RNA and promote cell cycle progression, according to a new study.

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Briefing: Whale song remix: Study shows that humpbacks shift pitch when a neighbor joins in

Strategic angle: A humpback whale alters the pitch of its song when joined by a neighboring singer, revealing new insights into the complexity of whale communication.

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Briefing: Ocean bacteria team up to break down biodegradable plastic

Strategic angle: Biodegradable plastics could help alleviate the plastic waste crisis, but understanding their degradation process is crucial.

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Briefing: ISS Study Identifies Thresholds for Muscle Atrophy and Fiber Changes in Reduced Gravity

Strategic angle: Research reveals critical gravity levels necessary for muscle health during spaceflight.

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Briefing: Failing to succeed: Why post‑secondary students need more room to mess up

Strategic angle: University students today face a confusing mix of messages about failure, navigating systems that often penalize mistakes.

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Briefing: Coastal ocean chemistry now substantially shaped by humans

Strategic angle: A global analysis reveals the significant impact of human-made chemicals on coastal ocean organic matter.

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Briefing: The seven hour explosion nobody could explain

Strategic angle: Gamma-ray bursts are the most violent explosions in the universe, releasing immense energy in a fraction of a second.

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Briefing: Melagen Labs and Satlyt Announce Joint ISS Mission to Demonstrate Radiation-Resilient In-Orbit Computing and Next-Gen Shielding

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking mission aboard the ISS aims to showcase advanced technology for space resilience.

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Briefing: Managed retreat in Europe more widespread than previously assumed

Strategic angle: European countries increasingly resort to managed retreat in response to environmental threats.

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Briefing: Oldest known whale recording could unlock mysteries of the ocean

Strategic angle: A haunting whale song discovered on decades-old audio equipment could open up a new understanding of how the huge animals communicate.

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Briefing: Globular cluster NGC 5824 is embedded in a dark matter halo, study suggests

Strategic angle: Astronomers investigate NGC 5824 using advanced telescopes, revealing its dark matter halo.

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Briefing: SpaceX and Reflect Orbital plans would 'permanently scar' night sky, researchers warn

Strategic angle: The Royal Astronomical Society raises concerns over the impact of satellite launches on ground-based astronomy.

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Briefing: New Moog Innovations for the Satellite Market on Full Display at SATELLITE 2026 Conference

Strategic angle: Moog Inc. showcases cutting-edge technologies for satellite applications at the upcoming conference.

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Briefing: Plastic bottles transformed into Parkinson's drug using bacteria

Strategic angle: A pioneering method converts waste plastic into a vital medication for Parkinson's disease.

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Briefing: A new class of molten planet stores abundant sulfur in a perpetual magma ocean

Strategic angle: A study led by the University of Oxford reveals a new type of planet beyond our solar system with significant sulfur reserves in a magma ocean.

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Briefing: Could reduced air pollution from climate mitigation boost crop yields and lower hunger risk?

Strategic angle: An international research team found that climate mitigation consistent with the 1.5 °C target could raise global hunger risk in 2050 by 17% compared to a baseline scenario.

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Briefing: Cells can sense 10x farther than expected and it may explain cancer spread

Strategic angle: Scientists have discovered that cells can sense far beyond the surfaces they touch, shedding light on cancer cell behavior.

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Briefing: Archaeologists untangle how Bronze Age textiles were made

Strategic angle: Analysis and reconstruction of a warp-weighted loom from the second millennium BC site of Cabezo Redondo, Spain, provides an unprecedented glimpse into the development of textile technology in the Bronze Age western Mediterranean.

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Briefing: Starcloud files plans for 88,000-satellite constellation

Strategic angle: An orbital data center startup is seeking approval from the Federal Communications Commission for a constellation of as many as 88,000 satellites.

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Briefing: Pesticides from flea treatments and sheep dips found at damaging levels in Welsh rivers

Strategic angle: New research reveals alarming levels of pesticides in Welsh rivers, posing potential environmental risks.

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Briefing: 'Life is a miracle,' but learning from disasters isn't: Lessons from Japan's 2011 earthquake and tsunami

Strategic angle: Exploring the impact and lessons learned from the catastrophic events in Japan.

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Briefing: Rising seas threaten barrier islands, but seabird guano could speed recovery

Strategic angle: Research reveals how seabird droppings can aid the recovery of coastal ecosystems threatened by rising sea levels.

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Briefing: New microscope offers sharper view into momentum space

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking microscope enhances our understanding of electron behavior in materials.

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Briefing: Avalanche risks are rising—researchers say governance must rise with them

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that effective governance and preparedness are crucial in mitigating the impact of increasing avalanche risks.

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Briefing: Models warn Thwaites Glacier could rival entire Antarctic ice loss by 2067

Strategic angle: The future of one of Antarctica's most iconic glaciers could be far more dramatic than scientists previously thought.

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Briefing: Physicists break longstanding high-temperature superconductivity record at ambient pressure

Strategic angle: A breakthrough by researchers at the University of Houston could revolutionize superconductivity applications.

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Briefing: North America 'heat dome' left winners and losers: Study

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the ecological impact of North America's 2021 heat wave, highlighting both catastrophic and unexpected consequences.

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Briefing: TESS discovers a super-Earth exoplanet orbiting nearby star

Strategic angle: Astronomers have found a new super-Earth exoplanet using TESS, located 83 light years away.

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Briefing: Could a recently detected ultra-high-energy neutrino be linked to new physics?

Strategic angle: Neutrinos are extremely lightweight and electrically neutral particles that rarely interact with ordinary matter, potentially carrying information about high-energy cosmic events.

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Briefing: Notions of 'Christendom' often miss the mark: Medieval Europe's ideas about faith and power were not so simple

Strategic angle: Exploring the complexities of faith and power in Medieval Europe beyond simplistic notions of 'Christendom'.

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Briefing: ATCA Observations Probe Peculiar Pulsar Wind Nebula Vela X

Strategic angle: Astronomers utilize the Australia Telescope Compact Array to explore the enigmatic Vela X pulsar wind nebula.

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Briefing: The financial crisis that quietly stunted a generation

Strategic angle: The Asian financial crisis of the late 1990s had lasting impacts on children's health in Indonesia.

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Good news for wastewater irrigation: Three crops store pharmaceutical byproducts in their leaves

Farmers in water-scarce areas can safely use treated wastewater for irrigation, as certain crops can absorb and store pharmaceutical byproducts.

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Briefing: Scientists discover ALS protein that links DNA repair to cancer and dementia

Strategic angle: A protein tied to ALS and dementia may have a much bigger role in disease than scientists realized.

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Briefing: Hidden deep-sea proteins could supercharge disease tests

Strategic angle: Scientists discover resilient DNA-binding proteins in extreme environments, promising advancements in disease testing.

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Briefing: A donut-shaped protein breaks apart to start bacterial cell division

Strategic angle: Researchers uncover the mechanism behind bacterial cell division involving the MraZ protein.

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Briefing: NASA launches twin spacecraft to solve the mystery of Mars’ lost atmosphere

Strategic angle: Mars didn’t always look like the barren world we see today. Over billions of years, the Sun’s solar wind stripped away much of its atmosphere.

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Briefing: NASA’s Curiosity rover investigates strange spiderweb ridges on Mars

Strategic angle: Curiosity rover explores unique formations that may uncover Mars' watery past.

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Briefing: Scared of spiders? Scientists say the real nightmare is losing them

Strategic angle: Spiders and insects are crucial for ecosystem health, yet 90% of North America's species lack conservation status.

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Briefing: Bird losses are accelerating across North America, particularly in farming regions where agriculture is most intensive

Strategic angle: Since the 1970s, the U.S. has lost billions of birds, with losses accelerating in areas of intensive human activity.

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Thorny issue plaguing lithium-ion batteries laid bare in new study - Rice University

A new study from Rice University reveals critical challenges facing lithium-ion battery technology.

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Briefing: Crocodiles can have extra growth cycles in a year: Why this matters for estimating the age of dinosaurs

Strategic angle: New research reveals that crocodiles may experience additional growth cycles annually, impacting how we estimate the age of dinosaurs.

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Briefing: Not one ring but many: Antioxidant enzyme family can assemble in far more diverse ways than previously thought

Strategic angle: New research reveals the complex assembly of peroxiredoxins, crucial enzymes in managing oxidative stress.

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Briefing: How we turned plastic waste into vinegar: A sunlight‑powered breakthrough

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking method transforms plastic waste into vinegar using sunlight, addressing a major environmental challenge.

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Briefing: Deep-sea natural compound targets cancer cells through a dual mechanism

Strategic angle: A collaborative research team has uncovered a previously unknown mechanism of action of yaku'amide B, a natural product derived from deep-sea sponge.

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Briefing: Alaska's glacial lakes are expanding, increasing the risk of destructive outburst floods

Strategic angle: Residents near Juneau are on high alert as rising water levels signal potential flooding from glacier-dammed lakes.

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Briefing: Eaton fire sent a pollution wave across Los Angeles, study shows

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the 2025 Eaton fire significantly increased carbon monoxide and particulate matter levels in Los Angeles.

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Briefing: Next-gen interferometric diffusing wave spectroscopy achieves 20x signal boost in cerebral blood flow monitoring

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in monitoring cerebral blood flow could enhance understanding of neurological diseases.

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Briefing: Dry ice detected in a planetary nebula for the first time

Strategic angle: Astronomers use the James Webb Space Telescope to make groundbreaking observations of NGC 6302.

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Briefing: Tsunami risks in the Mediterranean: Why Nice should prepare an evacuation plan

Strategic angle: The Mediterranean Sea is widely perceived as having a low tsunami risk, but history shows otherwise.

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Briefing: Cell death in photoreceptor cells is reversible, study finds

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking study reveals that photoreceptor cell death, previously thought to be irreversible, can actually be reversed, offering hope for vision restoration.

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Briefing: NMR Reveals Site-Specific Structural Signatures of Therapeutic Antibodies

Strategic angle: New research demonstrates a method to analyze monoclonal antibodies without the need for isotope labeling.

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Briefing: Saturday Citations: Neurology of boring sounds; one huge croc; Travels With Sol

Strategic angle: This week, researchers successfully reconstructed videos from the brain activity of mice and explored the singing behavior of female birds.

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Briefing: Enhanced fluorescence technique illuminates rapid, coordinated protein folding

Strategic angle: A team of US researchers has gained new insights into how large protein molecules consistently fold themselves into useful shapes.

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Briefing: Study documents record 118-kilometer dispersal by young female fisher in New Hampshire

Strategic angle: Researchers at the University of New Hampshire have documented the farthest trek of a young female fisher moving 118 kilometers from Durham to Lincoln.

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Briefing: Scientists discover giant swirling plumes hidden deep inside Greenland’s ice sheet

Strategic angle: New research reveals the formation of mysterious plume-like structures through thermal convection in Greenland's ice.

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Briefing: Study finds abusive bosses can make workers feel 'dehumanized,' fueling burnout

Strategic angle: New research reveals the profound impact of toxic leadership on employee perception and well-being.

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Briefing: Bacteria that generate electricity: How a shellfish-based gel could monitor wastewater and food

Strategic angle: Microbial bioelectronic sensors utilize living bacteria to create electrical signals in response to target substances, offering advantages over traditional biosensors.

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Briefing: New Panama tree species identified after 25 years is already endangered

Strategic angle: A newly discovered tree species in Panama faces immediate threats despite being identified only recently.

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Briefing: Pi Day: From rockets to cancer research, here's how the number pi is embedded in our lives

Strategic angle: Math nerds and dessert enthusiasts unite to celebrate Pi Day every March 14, the date that represents the first three digits of the mathematical constant pi.

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Briefing: A lab mistake at Cambridge reveals a powerful new way to modify drug molecules

Strategic angle: Cambridge scientists have discovered a light-powered chemical reaction that allows for safer modifications of complex drug molecules.

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Briefing: Scientists discover ancient DNA “switches” hidden in plants for 400 million years

Strategic angle: Researchers uncover a vast archive of plant DNA, revealing over 2.3 million regulatory sequences.

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Briefing: Gut bacteria that make serotonin may hold the key to IBS

Strategic angle: Researchers have identified two gut bacteria that can produce serotonin, a key chemical that regulates bowel movements.

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Briefing: Australia added to global sharks and rays database

Strategic angle: A global database documenting the location of critical habitats for sharks, rays, and chimeras has recently expanded to include Australia.

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Briefing: Scientists warn Australia’s “zombie tree” could vanish within a generation

Strategic angle: A newly identified Australian tree, dubbed the “zombie” tree, is alive but unable to reproduce due to myrtle rust, threatening its survival.

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Briefing: Why swimmers still dive in: Research shows how UK communities navigate polluted waters

Strategic angle: More than 7.5 million people immerse themselves in lakes, rivers, seas and lidos every year in the UK, despite pollution risks.

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Briefing: Microplastics may be quietly damaging your brain and fueling Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s

Strategic angle: New research suggests that tiny plastic particles could trigger inflammation and damage in the brain.

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Briefing: Top brass in China reaffirm goal to be world leaders in tech, AI

Strategic angle: Chinese leadership emphasizes commitment to technological and artificial intelligence supremacy.

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Briefing: iMetalX emerges from stealth with technology to model resident space objects

Strategic angle: Northern California startup iMetalX Inc. announces collaboration with Psionic for autonomous navigation technology.

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Briefing: Horse IVF milestone in Florida: Frozen-thawed sperm fertilizes an egg

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in equine reproductive technology offers new hope for performance horses unable to conceive naturally.

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Briefing: Simple water trick cuts diesel engine pollution by over 60%

Strategic angle: Scientists are exploring a surprisingly simple way to clean up diesel engines: adding tiny droplets of water to the fuel.

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Briefing: In a South Carolina swamp, researchers uncover secrets of firefly synchrony

Strategic angle: In the middle of the old-growth forests of Congaree National Park in South Carolina, fireflies put on an otherworldly display every May.

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Briefing: Our Sun may have escaped the Milky Way’s center with thousands of twin stars

Strategic angle: Scientists have uncovered evidence that our Sun may have traveled across the Milky Way as part of a massive migration of Sun-like stars billions of years ago.

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Briefing: Improperly disposed wet wipes could shed microplastics in rivers

Strategic angle: Wet wipes, often flushed down toilets, may contribute to microplastic pollution in waterways.

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Briefing: Dragonfly mission begins rotorcraft integration, testing stage

Strategic angle: Dragonfly integration and testing activities are officially underway, preparing the rotorcraft lander for launch and extreme space conditions.

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Briefing: New DNA tools outperform traditional methods for detecting genetic risk in wildlife

Strategic angle: Innovative genetic techniques offer better solutions for managing wildlife populations at risk of extinction.

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Briefing: Volunteers Find Oddly High Solar Flare Rates

Strategic angle: A new study reveals unexpected patterns in solar flare activity, highlighting the role of strong magnetic fields on the Sun's surface.

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Briefing: Researchers realize room-temperature two-dimensional multiferroic metal

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in multiferroic materials could lead to advancements in electronics and spintronics.

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Briefing: Extra Extra! Extra Data Stream Added to the Daily Minor Planet!

Strategic angle: The Daily Minor Planet citizen science project is expanding with new data from the Bok 2.3-meter telescope.

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Briefing: From guesswork to guidance: How machine learning speeds dopant design for water-splitting photocatalysts

Strategic angle: Researchers from the Institute of Science Tokyo utilize MLIP calculations to identify suitable dopants for innovative photocatalytic materials.

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Briefing: Astroscale selects Isar Aerospace to launch ELSA-M mission

Strategic angle: Japanese satellite servicing company Astroscale has chosen Isar Aerospace for its deorbiting mission.

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Briefing: A 100-solar-mass black hole merger ripples spacetime, and may flash in gamma rays

Strategic angle: An international team from China and Italy has reported a possible cosmic encore to the landmark 2017 multi-messenger discovery.

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Briefing: The customer might always be right, but apologies actually backfire in customer service

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that saying 'I'm sorry' may not be the best approach in customer service.

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Briefing: How flexible protein regions retain their function via motifs and chemical context

Strategic angle: A new LMU study shows how proteins function reliably even without a stable 3D structure—and the crucial importance not only of short sequence motifs, but also of chemical characteristics.

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Briefing: China is developing low-cost lunar cargo options for its expanding moon program

Strategic angle: A state-owned space contractor has unveiled a concept for an economical lunar cargo transport system as China prepares for construction of a lunar base.

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Briefing: Can plants count? Study suggests they can track the number of events they experience

Strategic angle: A recent study challenges the assumption that only organisms with brains can learn and remember, indicating that plants may have the ability to count.

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Briefing: Geospatial model maps potential lumpy skin disease entry points into Australia

Strategic angle: Two locations have been identified as the most likely entry points into Australia for a disease that poses a huge risk to the beef and dairy industries.

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Briefing: Bacterial strain breaks decades-old bottleneck in chemotherapy drug manufacturing

Strategic angle: An international team of researchers has achieved a breakthrough in the production of doxorubicin, a vital chemotherapy agent.

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Briefing: Comprehensive digital materials ecosystem can perform 'sanity check' to guide design

Strategic angle: Researchers leverage AI tools to streamline material testing in design processes.

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Briefing: NASA Selects Finalists in Student Aircraft Maintenance Competition

Strategic angle: Eight student teams chosen to tackle critical aviation maintenance challenges.

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Briefing: Ultrasound-based approach to delivering potent drugs into cancer cells shows promise in benchtop experiments

Strategic angle: Engineers at Duke University have demonstrated a technique that uses microbubbles and ultrasound to help relatively large cancer drugs enter tumor cells and cause them to self-destruct.

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Briefing: Scientists confirm existence of molecule long believed to occur in oxidation

Strategic angle: First-ever direct observation of a short-lived molecule reshapes understanding in atmospheric chemistry and biomedical science.

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Briefing: This isn't just another rocky world orbiting a red dwarf—this one's special

Strategic angle: Astronomers have found an exoplanet that could serve as a benchmark in future studies.

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Briefing: How an unlikely all-female clonal fish species copied and pasted itself free from extinction

Strategic angle: The tiny Amazon molly has survived for over 100,000 years against evolutionary odds.

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Briefing: NASA Armstrong to Host Partnership Days April 15-16

Strategic angle: Innovative companies and organizations invited to collaborate at NASA's event.

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Briefing: Inside the light: How invisible electric fields drive device luminescence

Strategic angle: Fleeting electron-hole pairs are giving scientists a new window into optimizing light-emitting devices (LEDs).

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Briefing: USBR Crack the Case Challenge

Strategic angle: NASA's Center of Excellence for Collaborative Innovation promotes crowdsourcing for federal challenges.

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Briefing: The fish were biting in ancient Alabama: Tooth found embedded in Cretaceous apex predator's neck

Strategic angle: A unique new fossil demonstrates rare evidence of direct conflict between apex predators in the Cretaceous oceans of North America.

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Briefing: Agenda diaria de la misión a la Luna de Artemis II de la NASA

Strategic angle: Unos ocho minutos después del despegue de Artemis II, la nave espacial Orion y su tripulación están listos para su misión lunar.

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Briefing: Fish stocks are on the line: Climate change impacts global fishing yields

Strategic angle: Climate change is rapidly challenging the notion that there are plenty more fish in the sea, with global fish stocks under threat.

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Briefing: Proposing simple measures to prevent industry dumping plastic pellets into the sea

Strategic angle: The presence of small plastic pellets on the beaches of Donostia and Orio highlights a concerning source of pollution from industrial microplastics.

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Briefing: Geneticists challenge common model of how cells retain their identity

Strategic angle: A new study from Umeå University suggests that the widely accepted model of cellular identity may be flawed.

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Briefing: Regenerative grazing study reveals trade-offs for sheep farmers

Strategic angle: A new study highlights the balance between environmental benefits and economic challenges in regenerative agriculture for sheep farming.

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Briefing: Eruption at Mayon

Strategic angle: Activity at the volcano in the Philippines sent lava and pyroclastic flows down the volcano’s flanks and prompted evacuations in nearby communities.

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Briefing: Scientists discovered a secret deal between a plant and beetles

Strategic angle: A study reveals an unexpected partnership between Japanese red elder plants and Heterhelus beetles.

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Briefing: Harnessing eDNA to Help Conserve Australia's Oceans

Strategic angle: Environmental DNA offers a new approach to marine conservation efforts in Australia.

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Briefing: Scientists discover a universal temperature curve that governs all life

Strategic angle: Researchers have uncovered a universal pattern showing how temperature affects life on Earth.

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Briefing: Social media influencers increase the toxicity and power of misinformation, research shows

Strategic angle: Research from Cardiff Business School highlights the role of social media influencers in spreading misinformation.

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Briefing: Flood tolerant wetland crops could also support nature recovery, finds new research

Strategic angle: Research led by the University of Cambridge and the RSPB shows that farming wetland-adapted crops on wetter peat can enhance bird biodiversity.

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Briefing: What keeps centrioles together: NuSAP's newly mapped role in centrosome integrity

Strategic angle: Biologists at the National University of Singapore uncover how NuSAP safeguards centrioles, linking it to developmental disorders.

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Briefing: Researcher creates more accurate method to study proteins that drive Alzheimer's disease

Strategic angle: A new technique enhances the understanding of Alzheimer's-related proteins, crucial for tackling the disease.

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Briefing: Local droplet etching yields more symmetric quantum dots for integrated photonics

Strategic angle: New technique enhances the symmetry of quantum dots, crucial for advancing quantum communication and photonic computing.

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Briefing: Fantastic fungi found with ability to freeze water

Strategic angle: Can fungi influence the weather? Researchers discover proteins that catalyze ice formation.

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Briefing: Phone or affection: Study explores effect of phubbing on relationships

Strategic angle: A study from researchers at the University of Connecticut and Columbia University suggests that phone use may negatively impact relationships.

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Briefing: Seals and sea lions provide clues to evolution of vocalization

Strategic angle: Neuroscientists have uncovered new insights into a key evolutionary question: Why can humans talk when most animals can't?

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Briefing: NASA to Cover Upcoming US Spacewalks 94, 95 Outside Space Station

Strategic angle: NASA astronauts will conduct a pair of spacewalks to prepare for the installation of two roll-out solar arrays.

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Briefing: AI Accelerates Elucidation of Nuclear Forces with Explosive Neutron Star Data

Strategic angle: A research team is using astrophysical explosions to understand the mysterious forces at work in atomic nuclei.

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Briefing: Turning penicillin into a lethal force against bacteria again

Strategic angle: Researchers are exploring ways to overcome antibiotic tolerance in bacteria, making penicillin effective once more.

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Briefing: How Semiconductor Electrodes Can Achieve Green Hydrogen Production

Strategic angle: Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä explore the role of semiconductor materials in producing green hydrogen through innovative techniques.

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Briefing: The bizarre sex life of mayflies: Micro-CT scans reveal ins and outs of swarm Kamasutra

Strategic angle: A new study on mayflies of the genus Ecdyonurus illustrates just how multifaceted and surprising reproductive behavior in nature can.

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Briefing: Allowing atoms to come and go can open the door to better materials modeling

Strategic angle: New insights into the behavior of atoms in crystals could revolutionize materials science.

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Briefing: Pollen-replacing feed strengthens honey bee colonies, long-term study confirms

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that a man-made food source can effectively support honey bee nutrition during winter months.

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Briefing: Satellite data suggest Sundarbans mangroves are losing resilience

Strategic angle: Mangrove forests are crucial for coastal protection and biodiversity, but new data indicates a decline in their resilience.

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Briefing: NASA clears its Artemis moon rocket for an April launch with four astronauts following repairs

Strategic angle: NASA cleared its moon rocket on Thursday for an April launch with four astronauts after completing the latest round of repairs.

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Briefing: Upper Egypt site has now yielded more than 43,000 inscribed pot sherds, a record-breaking trove of information

Strategic angle: A joint archaeological mission has documented the world's most extensive find of inscribed pottery sherds at the Upper Egypt site of Athribis.

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Briefing: Musicologists map medieval chant tropes to 9th-century political borders

Strategic angle: A study reveals how the spread of medieval music genres mirrors the political landscape of 9th-century Europe.

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Briefing: Deep underground, a telescope may soon detect ghosts of stars that died before Earth existed

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking telescope aims to uncover the remnants of ancient stars, shedding light on the universe's early history.

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Briefing: Embryogenesis in 4D: A developmental atlas for genes and cells

Strategic angle: A new imaging method visualizes the activity of thousands of genes during embryo development.

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Briefing: Can rapid evolution 'rescue' species from climate change?

Strategic angle: Researchers discover how the scarlet monkeyflower survived a four-year drought in California through rapid evolution.

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Briefing: Wolves kill—and ravens remember where

Strategic angle: Ravens quickly arrive at wolf kills, showcasing their remarkable memory and opportunistic behavior.

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Briefing: Ancient DNA sequences that control gene function across plant evolution uncovered

Strategic angle: A study has traced thousands of conserved regulatory elements back 300 million years, revealing deep principles of plant genome evolution.

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Briefing: Voyager opens defense and space tech hub in Long Beach

Strategic angle: New facility to support electronics and software development for missile defense and space programs.

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Briefing: Wood Surface Treatment Fights Harmful Bacteria

Strategic angle: A University of Helsinki study reveals the effectiveness of treated wood surfaces against bacterial adhesion and survival.

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Briefing: The power of twins: Decoding the unseen biological information flow

Strategic angle: Exploring the intricate biological processes that twins reveal through advanced computational systems.

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Briefing: Gen Z holds companies to account for greenwashing

Strategic angle: Companies increasingly want to talk about sustainability, but not everyone believes equally in their commitments.

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Briefing: The 'croak' conundrum: Parasites complicate love signals in frogs

Strategic angle: Parasites interfere with the acoustic signals frogs use to attract mates, complicating their reproductive success.

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Briefing: Another Earth raises $4 million to boost AI training with synthetic satellite data

Strategic angle: A Vienna-based startup has secured funding to enhance its software platform for generating synthetic satellite data aimed at improving AI model training.

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Briefing: Reduced-impact management can promote forest recovery and carbon storage

Strategic angle: Adopting less invasive timber harvesting techniques aids tropical forest recovery and enhances carbon storage.

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Briefing: Musicality is rooted in human biology, not just culture, says professor

Strategic angle: New research suggests that our capacity for music is fundamentally biological.

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Briefing: How biological invasions are silently remodeling ecosystems

Strategic angle: Many of the most damaging invasions do not simply subtract species; they fundamentally remodel the environment, altering habitats, rewiring interactions, and shifting processes in ways that species lists alone cannot reveal.

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Briefing: Webb Spots Details in Nearby Spiral Galaxy

Strategic angle: NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope captures stunning images of NGC 5134, revealing stars through its dusty arms.

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Briefing: Self-regenerating catalyst restores its own performance, advancing CO₂ conversion technology

Strategic angle: Innovative catalyst technology promises to enhance carbon dioxide conversion efficiency, crucial for carbon neutrality.

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Briefing: Astronomers discuss fortifying our planetary defenses

Strategic angle: Experts emphasize the need to prepare for smaller asteroids that could impact modern society.

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Briefing: The rain in Spain was worst in nearly 50 years

Strategic angle: Spain endured its wettest January and February in almost half a century, with a string of deadly storms lashing the country.

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Briefing: Wetlands in Brazil's Cerrado are carbon-storage powerhouses

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the significant role of Brazil's Cerrado wetlands in carbon storage, rivaling the Amazon rainforest.

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Briefing: Mantis Space emerges from stealth with $10 million for solar-power constellation

Strategic angle: New Mexico startup Mantis Space reveals plans for a solar power satellite constellation, backed by $10 million in seed funding.

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Briefing: Fortified salad packs a healthy punch to meet a growing vitamin B12 need

Strategic angle: A pioneering research-industry partnership has utilized indoor farming technology to grow vitamin B12 fortified pea shoots, addressing a significant public health need.

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Briefing: Failed experiment leads to surprise drug development breakthrough

Strategic angle: Scientists at the University of Cambridge have developed a new way to alter complex drug molecules using light rather than toxic chemicals.

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Briefing: Caught but not eaten: Smaller insects more likely to escape catfish mouths

Strategic angle: A Kobe University study reveals that small aquatic beetles can survive catfish attacks by resisting ingestion and being spat out alive.

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Briefing: Meet Crocodylus lucivenator, a 12- to 15-foot predator that hunted iconic Lucy's species

Strategic angle: More than 3 million years ago, when our ancient ancestors embodied by the iconic Lucy were roaming the African landscape, they would have feared a big, bad crocodile with a prominent lump on its head.

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Briefing: Firefly Alpha returns to flight

Strategic angle: Firefly Aerospace’s Alpha rocket successfully returned to flight March 11, launching a technology demonstration mission more than 10 months after the rocket’s previous launch failed.

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Briefing: Dust Outbreak Reaches Europe

Strategic angle: Clouds of dust lofted from the Sahara Desert brought hazy skies and muddy rain to Western Europe.

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Briefing: Teen Discovers 1.5 Million Unidentified Space Objects Based On NASA Data

Strategic angle: Matteo Paz's groundbreaking discovery earns him a $250,000 prize in the Regeneron Science Talent Search.

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Briefing: Your cat is likely to live longer if you don't let them roam—new study

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that keeping domestic cats indoors can significantly extend their lifespan.

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Briefing: What's it like to be a bat? Scientists develop new solution to the puzzle of animal minds

Strategic angle: Philosopher Thomas Nagel's question from 1974 inspires new insights into understanding animal consciousness.

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Briefing: The Rubin Observatory's LSST will detect imminent impactors before they crash into Earth

Strategic angle: The Vera Rubin Observatory is set to revolutionize our understanding of near-Earth objects with its advanced alert system.

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Briefing: Enpulsion raises $26 million

Strategic angle: Austrian company secures funding to boost satellite propulsion production and explore acquisitions.

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Briefing: Island warbler study finds immune genes shape gut bacteria in the wild

Strategic angle: Scientists at the University of East Anglia uncover a link between gut health and the immune system through the Seychelles warbler.

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Briefing: DNA origami vaccine rivals mRNA shots while being easier to store and manufacture

Strategic angle: A new DNA origami vaccine shows promise in competing with mRNA vaccines, offering advantages in storage and manufacturing.

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Briefing: New view of 'frameshifting' shows how genetic info can get 'lost in translation'

Strategic angle: Christine Dunham explores the complexities of the ribosome and its role in protein synthesis.

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Briefing: Earth's ice is melting: Where and how fast?

Strategic angle: Melting glaciers and ice sheets are raising sea levels while the Arctic is poised to log one of its worst winters on record.

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Briefing: Plants pause, play and fast-forward their growth depending on types of climate stress

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how plants manage their growth in response to climate stress, aiding in recovery and food production.

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Briefing: AI Weather Models Show Promise for Hurricane Forecasts

Strategic angle: New study reveals key physical limitations despite advancements in AI-driven weather prediction.

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Briefing: Goal-setting apps can backfire if goals are too easy—or too hard

Strategic angle: A study reveals that the effectiveness of goal-setting apps hinges on the difficulty of the goals set by users.

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Briefing: Researchers use AI to develop RNA-based synthetic NAND switch in living cells

Strategic angle: An interdisciplinary research team has created the first RNA-based genetic switch that mimics the logical behavior of a NAND gate.

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Briefing: Microplastic biofilms carry genes that could alter nutrient cycling in estuaries

Strategic angle: A study reveals that microbial communities on microplastics in the Chesapeake Bay may impact nutrient cycling.

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Briefing: Female aggression, not just mate choice, may speed mosquitofish speciation

Strategic angle: A study shows that female mosquitofish exhibit aggressive behaviors that contribute to behavioral isolation and speciation.

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Briefing: Florida's most at-risk bat moves into safer artificial roosts

Strategic angle: Endangered bonneted bats find refuge in man-made habitats as natural options dwindle.

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Briefing: Uncovering the hidden bacteria often mistaken for cholera

Strategic angle: Scientists have created a genomic blueprint for Aeromonas bacteria, which can cause antibiotic-resistant diarrheal disease—with symptoms often misidentified as cholera—in humans and animals.

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Briefing: Fish study shows that sexual harassment behavior might matter for ecosystems

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that social behaviors related to mating in fish can significantly impact their ecosystems.

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Briefing: Generative AI could empower girls in STEM

Strategic angle: New research highlights the role of teachers in leveraging Generative AI to enhance girls' participation in STEM.

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Briefing: Stacked quantum materials enable precise spin control without external magnetic fields

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in spintronics could lead to ultra-energy-efficient electronics by overcoming challenges in controlling electron magnetic states.

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Briefing: Simulations suggest a breakthrough in understanding how turbulence develops

Strategic angle: A new study revisits a century-old question about how turbulence starts, with implications for aircraft engineering and medical devices.

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Briefing: Fluid Simulation at Unprecedented Scale Provides Toolkit for Fundamental Physics and Applied Fluid Engineering

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking study explores the dynamics of fluid particles, offering insights into natural phenomena and engineering applications.

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Briefing: Artificial kinetochores take the pressure off aging chromosomes during meiosis

Strategic angle: New research reveals how artificial kinetochores can improve chromosome segregation in aging oocytes.

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Briefing: How climate-friendly is insect protein really?

Strategic angle: Exploring the sustainability and nutritional benefits of black soldier fly larvae as a protein source.

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Briefing: Compact vacuum ultraviolet laser may improve nanotechnology and power nuclear clocks

Strategic angle: Physicists at the University of Colorado Boulder have developed a highly efficient vacuum ultraviolet laser that could revolutionize nanotechnology and nuclear clocks.

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Briefing: Galaxy-group motion suggests slower expansion in our cosmic neighborhood

Strategic angle: New studies reveal a novel method for measuring cosmic expansion through nearby galaxy group motion.

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Briefing: Astronomers collect rare evidence of two planets colliding

Strategic angle: An unexpected discovery reveals the chaotic aftermath of a planetary collision.

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Briefing: Friendly fungi hijack plant regulator to promote symbiosis

Strategic angle: Research reveals how beneficial fungi manipulate plant defenses to foster mutualistic relationships.

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Briefing: King penguins are the rare species benefiting from a warming world. But that could change

Strategic angle: Research shows that while king penguins currently thrive in a warming climate, future changes may pose risks to their survival.

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Briefing: New method reveals hidden stereochemical forms of oxidation in antibody drugs

Strategic angle: A breakthrough technique uncovers previously undetected oxidation forms in monoclonal antibodies, impacting their efficacy.

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Briefing: Twisted Bilayer Photonic Crystals Dynamically Tune Light's Handedness

Strategic angle: Harvard researchers develop a chip-scale device to control the optical chirality of light.

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Briefing: Bromacker deposit is 4 million years older than previously thought, new dating reveals

Strategic angle: New analysis shows the Bromacker rocks date back 294 million years, challenging previous estimates.

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Briefing: How volcanic eruptions and internal climate cycles jointly shape Asian monsoon rainfall

Strategic angle: Exploring the impact of volcanic activity and climate patterns on monsoon variability in Asia.

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Briefing: Trouble swallowing? A nanogel tweak may keep therapeutic stem cells alive longer

Strategic angle: A new nanogel modification could enhance the viability of stem cells for patients with swallowing difficulties.

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Briefing: Despite their contrasting reputations, bonobos and chimpanzees show similar levels of aggression in zoos

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that both species exhibit comparable aggression levels, challenging common perceptions.

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Briefing: Simple 'cocktail' of amino acids dramatically boosts power of mRNA therapies and CRISPR gene editing

Strategic angle: Researchers are leveraging lipid nanoparticles to enhance the effectiveness of mRNA therapies and CRISPR technology.

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Briefing: 3D-printed rattlesnake reveals how the rattle is a warning signal

Strategic angle: Researchers from The University of Texas at El Paso provide insights into the evolutionary significance of the rattlesnake's rattle.

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Briefing: Childcare burden may explain US gender gap in poverty rates

Strategic angle: A study suggests that the gender differences in poverty rates are linked to the childcare responsibilities shouldered by women.

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Briefing: What primate faces reveal about empathy: Humans mirror emotions across species

Strategic angle: Humans perceive emotional expressions displayed by non-human primates and spontaneously mimic these expressions, according to a study published in PLOS One.

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Briefing: Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Fatal Police Shootings Vary by State

Strategic angle: A new analysis reveals significant variations in racial and ethnic disparities in fatal police shootings across different U.S. states.

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Briefing: News media representations contribute to stigma around childlessness, study finds

Strategic angle: The news media shapes reproductive narratives, framing childlessness as a threat to national interests and cultural norms.

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Briefing: Still standing but mostly dead: Recovery of dying coral reef in Moorea stalls

Strategic angle: A marine heat wave in 2019 devastated coral populations in Moorea, and recovery efforts are currently stalled.

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Briefing: Biodegradable nanoparticles can seek and destroy diseased immune cells

Strategic angle: Johns Hopkins Medicine scientists have developed nanoparticles that educate the immune system to target disease-causing cells.

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Briefing: Flying 2,000 km to find a mate—meet Australia's most determined seabirds

Strategic angle: New genetic testing reveals the extraordinary lengths Queensland seabirds travel to find love.

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Briefing: Astronomers Capture Birth of a Magnetar, Confirming Link to Some of Universe's Brightest Exploding Stars

Strategic angle: For the first time, astronomers have observed the birth of a magnetar, shedding light on its role as the power source behind some of the cosmos' most luminous explosions.

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Briefing: 'Stealth' DNA circles safely insert gene-sized payloads into the genome

Strategic angle: New genome editing technology offers a promising approach to treat genetic disorders by accurately delivering gene-sized payloads.

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Briefing: Telescopes Team Up for New View of Cat’s Eye Nebula

Strategic angle: A stunning collaboration between ESA’s Euclid and NASA’s Hubble reveals the intricate beauty of the Cat’s Eye Nebula.

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Briefing: Ancient Filipino skeleton reveals a rare hip condition further complicated by scurvy

Strategic angle: New findings highlight the prevalence of scurvy in ancient Asia-Pacific populations.

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Briefing: Study captures single polymer segments sticking and slipping on surfaces

Strategic angle: Kyushu University researchers have directly observed how individual polymers behave when in contact with solid surfaces.

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Briefing: Scalable quantum batteries can charge faster than their classical counterparts

Strategic angle: Researchers have developed advanced quantum batteries that outperform traditional battery technologies in charging speed.

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Briefing: Telesat expands Canadian landing station footprint for Lightspeed

Strategic angle: Telesat has gained access to more land across Canada to set up landing stations ahead of plans to deploy pathfinders for its Lightspeed broadband constellation in December.

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Briefing: New nonprofit launches with at least $500 million to modernize scientific process for AI era

Strategic angle: Radial aims to transform the scientific landscape to better integrate artificial intelligence.

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Briefing: California communities' recovery time between wildfire smoke events is shrinking

Strategic angle: A study reveals that increasing wildfire intensity is impacting public health in California.

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Briefing: DNA Barcoding Unveils Targeting Efficiency of Gene-Therapy Nanoparticles

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking study enhances drug delivery methods for genetic therapies using DNA barcoding techniques.

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Briefing: Watching quantum behavior in action: MagnetoARPES reveals time-reversal symmetry breaking in a kagome superconductor

Strategic angle: Rice University researchers uncover new insights into superconductors using advanced quantum techniques.

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Briefing: A massive asteroid hit the North Sea and triggered a 330-foot tsunami

Strategic angle: Scientists confirm the Silverpit Crater was formed by a 160-meter asteroid impact 43–46 million years ago.

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Briefing: Curiosity Blog, Sols 4825-4831: Exploring the Borderlands

Strategic angle: Curiosity is in the last stage of its exploration of the spiderweb-like boxwork unit.

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Briefing: A Most Unusual Lake

Strategic angle: Lake Unter-See in Antarctica, sealed beneath thick ice, contains unusually high levels of dissolved oxygen and cone-shaped microbial reefs resembling some of Earth’s oldest fossils.

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Briefing: Anduril to acquire space-tracking firm ExoAnalytic Solutions

Strategic angle: Deal adds ground-based telescope network and space surveillance data to defense tech company’s expanding space business.

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Briefing: About Subsonic Vehicle Technologies and Tools Project

Strategic angle: NASA’s Subsonic Vehicle Technologies and Tools (SVTT) project develops technologies for various aircraft speed regimes.

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Briefing: Vegans develop complex skills to navigate an omnivorous society, new research shows

Strategic angle: Going vegan is a life-changing decision that requires navigating a society dominated by omnivorous choices.

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Briefing: Study reveals how Ethiopia's hyenas combat climate change, save money for waste management and prevent disease

Strategic angle: Research shows spotted hyenas play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions and managing waste in urban areas.

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Briefing: Convergence in the canopy: Why the Gracixalus weii treefrog sounds like a songbird

Strategic angle: Exploring the unique vocalizations of the Gracixalus weii treefrog and its evolutionary significance.

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Briefing: Scientists turn scrap car aluminum into high-performance metal for new vehicles

Strategic angle: Researchers develop RidgeAlloy, a new aluminum alloy that transforms contaminated car-body scrap into durable vehicle components.

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Briefing: How jagged moon dust could support future astronauts

Strategic angle: Lunar dust can be a pain—but it's also literally the ground we will have to traverse if we are ever to have a permanent human settlement on the moon.

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Briefing: Could ultrasound help save hedgehogs?

Strategic angle: Researchers at the University of Oxford propose using ultrasound-repellers to reduce hedgehog deaths from vehicles.

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Briefing: Ultrafast computing: Light-driven logic tops 10 terahertz in WS₂

Strategic angle: The future for our computers will literally be at the speed of light, as new research reveals ultrafast logical operations using extremely short light pulses.

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Briefing: Foraged mushrooms and sea beet featured in British meals in the 16th century. Why not today?

Strategic angle: Exploring the historical significance of foraged foods in Britain and the modern hesitations surrounding them.

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Briefing: Hybrid synthetic strategy unlocks previously unattainable molecular architectures

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in molecular-scale design could revolutionize advanced technologies.

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Briefing: Starlab Space Fully Books Commercial Payload Space on Planned Space Station

Strategic angle: The Starlab commercial space station has secured all available payload space as it prepares for the next phase of a NASA program.

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Briefing: New African species confirms evolutionary origin of magic mushrooms

Strategic angle: A long-standing debate about the evolutionary origin of the world's most widely cultivated 'magic mushroom'—Psilocybe cubensis—may now have been settled by scientists from southern Africa and the United States.

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Briefing: Thermal drones boost detection of entangled seals

Strategic angle: New research from Monash University and Phillip Island Nature Parks utilizes thermal and infrared drone technology to enhance the detection of marine debris entanglements in Australian fur seals.

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Briefing: Scientists document Europe's first Jurassic lizard trackways in Asturias

Strategic angle: Research reveals two significant trackways from the Late Jurassic period, shedding light on ancient lizard behavior.

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Briefing: Language difficulties can hinder young children's social autonomy

Strategic angle: Children with developmental language disorder face challenges beyond just language use, impacting their social interactions.

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Briefing: Viasat wins $14 million contract to provide in-flight satcom for Navy executive aircraft

Strategic angle: The two-year deal covers satellite communications for Navy C-37 executive jets used to transport senior leaders.

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Briefing: Chemical shifts help track molecules breaking apart in real time

Strategic angle: An international team of scientists has tracked ultrafast changes in the small molecule fluoromethane as it breaks apart.

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Briefing: Tapping into the inner workings of long-distance animal calls

Strategic angle: From whale songs to lion roars, animals have evolved to stretch their voices across distances with coded messages.

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Briefing: Mining the dark transcriptome: Synthesizing the first potential drug molecules from long noncoding RNA

Strategic angle: A team from University of Toronto Engineering pioneers a new approach to drug discovery by synthesizing long noncoding RNA outside the cell.

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Briefing: Breeding for bigger cattle may come with hidden fertility trade-offs

Strategic angle: A University of Queensland analysis reveals genetic links between cattle growth and fertility.

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Briefing: 3D Imaging Reveals Messy-Looking Supraparticles Can Be Nearly Perfect Crystals Inside

Strategic angle: Researchers at Utrecht University have quantitatively mapped the three-dimensional structure of photonic supraparticles for the first time.

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Briefing: Antarctic waters DNA survey discovers many microbial genes new to science

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking study reveals the vast genetic diversity of microbial life in the Southern Ocean, enhancing our understanding of its role in global climate.

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Briefing: Opening the path to high-efficiency hydrogen production without expensive precious metals

Strategic angle: A research team has developed a non-precious metal catalyst for optimized hydrogen production.

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Briefing: Texas's controversial migrant busing program tied to 2024 voting shifts

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how Texas's busing programs influenced voting patterns in the 2024 election.

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Briefing: 3D-printed photonic lanterns combine up to 37 multimode lasers into one fiber

Strategic angle: Researchers have developed a groundbreaking optical device that merges light from multiple lasers into a single fiber with minimal loss.

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Briefing: Soil health index finds restored mangroves can near full function

Strategic angle: Brazilian researchers have developed an index to measure mangrove soil health, showing restored areas can achieve near full functionality.

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Briefing: Your child has pathological demand avoidance? Here's what it means—and nine tips for what to do

Strategic angle: Understanding and managing pathological demand avoidance in children.

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Briefing: Insights into Spallation Mechanisms of Thermal Protection System Materials

Strategic angle: A study investigates the internal pressure build-up mechanisms in thermal protection system materials using mass spectrometry and HyMETS testing.

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Briefing: A new model defines an upper limit to planetary radiation belt intensity

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking model reveals the maximum intensity of radiation belts surrounding celestial bodies, enhancing our understanding of planetary environments.

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Briefing: Scientists control 'free-flowing' electric currents with light

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in directing electric currents using light opens new possibilities in quantum materials.

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Briefing: Telomere breaks provide new insights into chaotic chromosome mutations

Strategic angle: Researchers at Cardiff University uncover mechanisms behind severe DNA damage linked to cancer and genetic conditions.

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Briefing: One gene makes the difference: Breeding winter-hardy faba beans

Strategic angle: An international research team has identified a crucial genetic factor that determines the winter hardiness of faba beans.

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Briefing: Moisture-powered polymers could make cleaning CO₂ from air more efficient

Strategic angle: Innovative materials may enhance carbon capture technology amidst rising atmospheric CO₂ levels.

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Briefing: Why March Madness is a perfect storm for betting

Strategic angle: Sports betting continues to explode across the country, fueled by online platforms and celebrity endorsements.

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Briefing: Ancient parrot DNA reveals sophisticated, long-distance animal trade network pre-dating the Inca Empire

Strategic angle: New analysis of ancient parrot DNA highlights a complex trade network in pre-Inca times.

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Briefing: Antibiotic resistance can vary depending on where the bacteria live

Strategic angle: New research reveals that antibiotic resistance measurements are influenced by environmental conditions.

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Briefing: Impulse Space Expands Colorado Presence

Strategic angle: Space mobility company Impulse Space has opened a Colorado facility to support development of its spacecraft.

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Briefing: Study shows spiral sound can shift sideways

Strategic angle: A new University of Mississippi study reveals that certain sound waves can move sideways, potentially enhancing acoustic technology.

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Briefing: Heat does not reduce prosociality, study suggests

Strategic angle: A new study challenges the notion that high temperatures lead to decreased prosocial behavior.

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Briefing: Modernization can increase differences between cultures

Strategic angle: Exploring the paradox of how economic growth and globalization may widen cultural divides.

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Briefing: Strange cosmic burst from colliding galaxies shines light on heavy elements

Strategic angle: A recently detected flash of energy appears to have emanated from the wreckage of colliding galaxies, according to an international team of astronomers led by Penn State scientists.

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Briefing: Subglacial weathering may have slowed planet's escape from snowball Earth

Strategic angle: A new study challenges assumptions about Earth's extreme ice ages, revealing the role of subglacial weathering.

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Briefing: Dark Personality Levels Influence Career Choices

Strategic angle: Research shows that personality traits significantly impact job interests and career paths.

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Briefing: Subway systems are uncomfortably hot—and worsening, study finds

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that thermal discomfort in metro systems is increasing, impacting millions of commuters.

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Briefing: Shades of a Lunar Eclipse

Strategic angle: A series of nighttime satellite images revealed how moonlight reaching Earth varied throughout a total lunar eclipse.

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Briefing: How to make farms tree-friendly and boost food production

Strategic angle: New research suggests that agroforestry could enhance UK farmland productivity.

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Briefing: Hidden metabolism found operating inside the cell nucleus

Strategic angle: Researchers discover metabolic enzymes linked to human DNA, revealing unique patterns across tissues and cancers.

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Briefing: U.S. Indigenous peoples experience higher rates of fatal police violence in and around reservations

Strategic angle: A comprehensive study reveals alarming statistics on police violence affecting Indigenous communities.

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Briefing: Study warns Colombia could lose one-fifth of cocoa land by 2050

Strategic angle: By 2050, nearly 20% of areas suitable for cocoa cultivation in Colombia may become unsuitable due to climate change.

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Briefing: Evaluating landing sites for China's manned moon mission

Strategic angle: Research identifies potential landing sites in the Rimae Bode region of the moon for China's first crewed mission.

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Briefing: Light-guided evolution creates proteins that can switch, sense, and compute

Strategic angle: Researchers have developed a method called optovolution to evolve proteins with dynamic behaviors using light.

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Briefing: Raccoons solve puzzles for the fun of it, new study finds

Strategic angle: A new study suggests raccoons may be genuinely curious, not just opportunistic.

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Briefing: How do we know what asteroids are made out of?

Strategic angle: Asteroids are time capsules from the early solar system, providing clues about its formation.

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Briefing: Gene edit makes probiotic safer for immunocompromised patients

Strategic angle: An international team of researchers has modified a probiotic yeast to enhance safety for vulnerable populations.

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Briefing: In search of a room-temperature superconductor, scientists present a research agenda

Strategic angle: The quest for loss-free power transmission continues as researchers outline their goals in the pursuit of room-temperature superconductors.

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Briefing: AI tool streamlines drug synthesis, dramatically reducing lab work and costs

Strategic angle: A new AI technology is revolutionizing drug discovery by minimizing the time and expenses involved in synthesizing new molecules.

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Briefing: Rendezvous with Rama

Strategic angle: Exploring the implications of the mysterious celestial object.

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Briefing: Nanosecond Light-by-Light Switching Achieved in Liquid Crystal Droplet

Strategic angle: A breakthrough in controlling light with light could revolutionize computing and communication technologies.

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Briefing: CRISPR-based technique unlocks healing power of mitochondria for heart failure therapy

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking approach using CRISPR technology shows promise in treating heart failure by enhancing mitochondrial function.

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Briefing: How farming perennial plants can help us in times of climate change, food insecurity and social division

Strategic angle: Exploring the role of perennial plants in addressing climate challenges and promoting food security.

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Briefing: Unlocking the hidden pocket on a billion‑dollar drug target

Strategic angle: Researchers discover new functions of the cereblon protein that could enhance cancer drug efficacy.

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Briefing: Robotic microfluidic platform brings AI to lipid nanoparticle design

Strategic angle: AI has designed candidate drugs for antibiotic-resistant infections and genetic diseases, now revolutionizing lipid nanoparticle design.

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Briefing: Mapping 3D-super-enhancers with machine learning to pinpoint regulators of cell identity

Strategic angle: Scientists are utilizing machine learning to explore the three-dimensional structure of DNA and its role in gene expression.

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Briefing: Key protein SYFO2 enables 'self-fertilization' of leguminous plants

Strategic angle: Research reveals how SYFO2 protein facilitates self-fertilization in legumes, enhancing agricultural efficiency.

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Briefing: Epstein used his ties to Nobel laureate scientists to try to rebuild his image

Strategic angle: A 2006 conference for physicists in the U.S. Virgin Islands highlights Epstein's efforts to leverage his wealth for influence.

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Briefing: Ultrafast Light Pulses Make Molecules Rotate on Quantum Materials

Strategic angle: Researchers from Germany, Japan, and India have discovered a method to induce molecular rotation on a flat surface using ultrafast light pulses.

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Briefing: Nearby red dwarf star hosts at least four planets—with one in the habitable zone

Strategic angle: Astronomers confirm two additional planets orbiting GJ 887, adding to the existing knowledge of its planetary system.

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Briefing: Antarctic sea ice rebounds in 2026, nearing average after four years

Strategic angle: Antarctic sea ice coverage has likely rebounded this year, coming closer to its annual summer average after four years of extreme lows, US scientists said Monday.

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Briefing: Students with lower self-control tend to procrastinate with short-form video, study finds

Strategic angle: New research reveals a link between self-control and procrastination in the context of short-form video consumption.

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Briefing: From carp to crocodilians: Why deliberately introduced freshwater giants may bring hidden risks

Strategic angle: Exploring the ecological consequences of introducing large freshwater species outside their natural habitats.

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Briefing: How a shift in the Gulf Stream could signal the collapse of a major ocean current system

Strategic angle: Changes in the Gulf Stream could serve as an early warning of the imminent collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC).

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Briefing: Experts challenge idea that social media harms teen empathy

Strategic angle: A new meta-analysis suggests that increased social media use may correlate with higher empathy in teenagers.

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Briefing: Pathogenic virus infects and structurally reorganizes human cells, finds new study

Strategic angle: A study reveals how orthohantaviruses, like the Puumala virus, pose a significant zoonotic threat by affecting human cell structure.

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Briefing: Lactose-free milk presents an opportunity to boost dairy consumption and coffee shop visits with coffee drinkers

Strategic angle: A new study highlights the potential of lactose-free milk to enhance coffee shop experiences and increase dairy sales.

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Briefing: A brighter future may not suit everyone: Polar cod face difficulties due to warming

Strategic angle: As the Arctic warms and sea ice thaws, polar cod struggle to adapt to changing conditions.

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Briefing: Silicone wristbands can help scientists track people's exposure to pollutants like 'forever chemicals'

Strategic angle: A new study reveals how wearable technology can monitor environmental pollutants in daily life.

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Briefing: Narrow-ridged finless porpoises are more social than assumed, study finds

Strategic angle: A new study reveals surprising social behaviors in narrow-ridged finless porpoises, challenging previous assumptions about their social structures.

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Briefing: NASA to Share Artemis II Flight Readiness Review Update

Strategic angle: NASA will host a news conference to highlight progress toward the Artemis II crewed mission around the Moon.

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Briefing: Flammability Testing Configuration and Approach of Barrier Material Assemblies Designed for Space Flight Applications

Strategic angle: NASA collaborates with experts to enhance safety in space flight through innovative flammability testing.

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Briefing: Camera captures first video of a red fox attacking a wolf pup

Strategic angle: Unprecedented footage reveals a red fox challenging the natural order by attacking a wolf pup in Italy.

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Briefing: ESA Analyzing Fireball Over Europe on 8 March 2026

Strategic angle: A bright fireball was observed across multiple European countries, prompting investigation by the European Space Agency.

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Briefing: Multi-wavelength observations track bright gamma-ray blazar's three-year cycle

Strategic angle: European astronomers analyze data from various observatories to study the gamma-ray blazar S5 1044+71.

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Briefing: First Starship V3 launch slips

Strategic angle: SpaceX is delaying the launch of its latest Starship version despite NASA's request for expedited lunar lander development.

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Briefing: Cattle grazing boosts nature recovery in Yorkshire Dales

Strategic angle: Research shows that cattle grazing has significantly increased plant diversity in the Yorkshire Dales.

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Briefing: Cornwall ocean study highlights value of low-cost eDNA tests

Strategic angle: A new study reveals the potential of affordable environmental DNA tests for monitoring ocean wildlife.

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Briefing: Chinese official calls for prioritizing Neptune orbiter mission

Strategic angle: A senior Chinese space scientist advocates for an unprecedented mission to explore Neptune.

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Eutelsat's $5.8 Billion Refinancing: Strategic Move Amid Connectivity Challenges

Eutelsat's recent €5 billion refinancing plan reflects a decisive strategy to enhance satellite capabilities and address European connectivity needs.

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Public Tracking of NASA's Artemis II Mission: A Strategic Move

NASA's decision to allow public tracking of the Artemis II mission reflects a strategic approach to engage stakeholders in lunar exploration efforts.

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CSF Welcomes New Members Amid Growing Commercial Space Sector

The Commercial Space Federation's recent membership expansion reflects strategic positioning in the evolving commercial space landscape.

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NASA's Hygiene Protocols in Microgravity: A Tactical Perspective

NASA astronauts' grooming practices aboard the ISS highlight the complexities of maintaining hygiene in a microgravity environment, impacting overall mission efficacy.

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Cygnus XL Completes Cargo Mission: Implications for NASA's Supply Chain

The successful delivery of over 11,000 pounds of cargo by Cygnus XL highlights Northrop Grumman's operational reliability for NASA's ISS missions.

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