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Super-Earth Exoplanet Formation Becomes Nearly Impossible Around Metal-Poor Stars

How can the metal content of stars influence the formation of Earth-like exoplanets? This is what a recent study published in The Astronomical Journal hope



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A New Look at Galaxy Boundaries: Discoveries from Deep Imaging of Cosmic Gas

What are the exact sizes of galaxies, and are they bigger than they appear in deep space images? This is what a recent study published in Nature Astronomy



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Celebrate this year's International Observe the Moon Night on September 14, 2024

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Webb Telescope Reveals Supermassive Black Holes Can 'Starve' Galaxies of Star Formation

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New Study Reveals Novel Approach to Prevent Mold Growth on Space Stations

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Wobbling Mars: Detecting Dark Matter Through Primordial Black Holes

Could slight wobbles in the orbit of Mars be caused by microscopic black holes that have existed since the Big Bang? This is what a recent study published



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New AI Method Reveals Impact of Global Warming on Extreme Weather Events

How can artificial intelligence (AI) help researchers plan and predict future extreme weather events resulting from climate change? This is what a recent s



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SETI Institute and Partners Pioneer Search for Extraterrestrial Signals Beyond the Milky Way

Are we alone in the universe, and could we find intelligent life beyond the confines of our Milky Way Galaxy? This is what a first-of-its-kind study conduc



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NASA Discovers a Global Electric Field After Decades of Search

A team of scientists has used data obtained from a suborbital rocket used in the NASA Endurance mission a to reveal an electric field that is as widespread



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Galaxy Interactions and Cosmic Illusions: Webb's Stunning New Images

How did stars form 7 billion years ago, or approximately halfway between the Big Bang and now? This is what a recent study published in the Monthly Notices



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A Huge Restoration Project is Underway at Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park is a world famous natural wonder with towering granite cliffs, gorgeous meadows, giant sequoias, and splendid waterfalls. Now...



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From Shale Gas to Sustainable Water: New Methods for Recovering High-Demand Metals

How can lithium, one of the most demanded minerals for clean energy products like electric vehicles, be harvested without harming the environment? This is



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NASA and ISS National Lab Choose WFIRM for Innovative Cancer Study

How can microgravity help advance cancer research? This is what an upcoming grant-awarded project sponsored by the International Space Station (ISS) Nation



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Super-Earth Exoplanet Formation Becomes Nearly Impossible Around Metal-Poor Stars

How can the metal content of stars influence the formation of Earth-like exoplanets? This is what a recent study published in The Astronomical Journal hope



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A New Look at Galaxy Boundaries: Discoveries from Deep Imaging of Cosmic Gas

What are the exact sizes of galaxies, and are they bigger than they appear in deep space images? This is what a recent study published in Nature Astronomy



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Global Study Reveals Urban Areas Receive Significantly More Rainfall Than Rural Neighbors

How does an urban environment influence its rainfall? This is what a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences hopes to



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Marine Microbe Survey Reveals Potential Problem-Solvers

Researchers went 'bioprospecting' in marine microbes, looking for those that can perform helpful functions like eating plastic or generating antibiotics.



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Celebrate this year's International Observe the Moon Night on September 14, 2024

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From Seagrass to Antibiotics: The Breakthrough Potential of Small Molecule In situ Resin Capture

How can oceanic microbes help produce antibiotics? This is what a recent study published in Nature Communications hopes to address as a team of researchers



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Genotyping and Health Monitoring in Aquaculture

Boost aquaculture efficiency with advanced tools for precise genetic differentiation, pathogen detection, and real-time health monitoring. Enhance fish hea



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Using Genetics to Reveal the History of Rapa Nui

The fascinating and remote Rapa Nui or Easter Island, is ~2,000 km from the nearest Polynesian island and 3,700 km west of South America.



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Webb Telescope Reveals Supermassive Black Holes Can 'Starve' Galaxies of Star Formation

What influence can black holes have on a galaxy’s formation and evolution? This is what a recent study published in Nature Astronomy hopes to address



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New Study Reveals Novel Approach to Prevent Mold Growth on Space Stations

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Wobbling Mars: Detecting Dark Matter Through Primordial Black Holes

Could slight wobbles in the orbit of Mars be caused by microscopic black holes that have existed since the Big Bang? This is what a recent study published



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Exposure to Malaria Infection During the Day Limits Parasite Growth

Malaria is a life-threatening disease commonly transmitted by mosquitos. Symptoms include fever, chills, vomiting, headaches, abdominal pain, and rapid hea




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Specialized Brain Cells Found to Drive Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects the brain and spinal cord limiting movement, vision, and others. Known as an autoimmune disorder, this chronic disease of t




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Viral Protein Shapes Linked to Immune-evading Functions

Viruses are invading pathogens that infect host cells and rapidly replicate throughout the body. They carry a small piece of genetic material such as DNA o




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Specialized Cells Protect Against Infection by Reducing Inflammation

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease that occurs in the lung, caused by bacteria. It is spread through the air and is preventable and even curable. H




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Table Salt Can Activate Immune Cells Against Cancer

Salt has been used for a myriad of reasons throughout history. Not only did individuals use it to preserve food, but it was also used to garden, to constru




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The Small Intestine is Mapped in Detail for the First Time

The human small intestine is an essential organ that helps us absorb nutrients and vitamins from food. It is an average of 6 meters long and is covered wit




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An Antibody That Neutralizes All Known COVID Variants is Discovered

SARS-CoV-2, the pandemic virus that causes COVID-19, has mutated endlessly since it burst on the scene in late 2019. An new antibody could help stop it




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Dead Cells Release Wound-Healing Signals

Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury and infections.  It promotes healing through immune cell activation to target bacteria and




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Scientists Create a Computational Tool That ID's Rheumatoid Arthritis Subtypes

Scientists have used computational tools, including machine learning, to differentiate between subtypes of rheumatoid arthritis.




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Correlation between intermittent fasting and neuronal insulin resistance

A study recently published in Cell Metabolism examines the effects of intermittent fasting (IF) on neuronal insulin resistance (IR) and cognitive function




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The Path from Traditional Monoclonal Antibodies to Next- Generation Constructs

Monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) have revolutionized targeted cancer therapies with unmatched specificity and potency. Since the first mAb approval in 1986, ad




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DEFINITIVE GUIDE: FAST ANTIMICROBIAL SUSCEPTIBILITY TESTINGAn overview of today's fast AST technologies. This guide is specially designed for lab professionals and healthcare providers. It of

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Organoids Reveal a New Player in Huntington's Disease

Scientists have used an organoid model to gain new insights into Huntington's disease, a fatal genetic disorder that causes neurodenegeration ...



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Changes in Brain Cell Populations Driving Aging & Alzheimer's are ID'ed

With powerful tools that sequence the genes that are being expressed in individual cells, scientists have gained new insights into the changes that occur...



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Studies Find Evidence for Inherited Bacterial 'Memories'

Two new research studies have demonstrated that bacteria are able to retain and pass down 'memories' of temporary, short changes ...



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Marine Microbe Survey Reveals Potential Problem-Solvers

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Genotyping and Health Monitoring in Aquaculture

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Fighting Back Against Fungal Pathogens

Two new research studies are addressing the rising threat of fungal infections, which can be very difficult to treat. One study has examined ...



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Using Genetics to Reveal the History of Rapa Nui

The fascinating and remote Rapa Nui or Easter Island, is ~2,000 km from the nearest Polynesian island and 3,700 km west of South America.



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Revealing Why Some Organs Age Faster Than Others

There are different theories of aging, and scientists have found various ways to measure biological age. Mutations that happen in DNA as a result of exposu



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Exercise proven to cut hospitalization rates in adults

A recent study published in the American Journal of Preventative Medicine highlights the significant impact of structured exercise programs on reducing hos



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Organoids Reveal a New Player in Huntington's Disease

Scientists have used an organoid model to gain new insights into Huntington's disease, a fatal genetic disorder that causes neurodenegeration ...




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New Biomedical Device Offers Rapid Relief for Chronic Pain Patients

How can ultrasonic waves be used to treat chronic pain? This is what a recent study published in the journal Pain hopes to address as a team of researchers




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Changes in Brain Cell Populations Driving Aging & Alzheimer's are ID'ed

With powerful tools that sequence the genes that are being expressed in individual cells, scientists have gained new insights into the changes that occur...




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In-Person Contact Better than Digital for Reducing Loneliness

Researchers found that in-person contact is more effective than phoning, emailing, and texting for reducing loneliness in older adults.




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Potential links between cannabis legalization and mental health medications

What influence does cannabis legalization, whether medical or recreational, have on mental health prescription medications? This is what a recent study pub