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Evolution of Vertebrate Armor: How Fish Evolved Their Protective Bony Scales

California Institute of Technology (Caltech) — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 08:01:52 +0000

A Caltech study identified trunk neural crest cells as the origin of protective bony scales in fish, shedding light on the evolution of vertebrate armor....

ChatGPT vs. Humans: Even Linguistic Experts Can’t Tell Who Wrote What

University of South Florida — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 07:20:46 +0000

Experts in linguistics struggle to differentiate between AI-produced and human-authored texts. According to a recent study co-authored by an assistant professor from the University of...

From Spacesuit Scrubs to DNA Sequencing: A Busy Week at ISS

NASA — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 06:26:48 +0000

Human research and spacesuit work topped the schedule for the Expedition 69 crew aboard the International Space Station (ISS) at the end of the week....

Scientists Develop New More Efficient Method to Produce Green Hydrogen

University of Colorado at Boulder — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 04:56:01 +0000

Scientists from the University of Colorado have developed a new and efficient way to produce green hydrogen or green syngas, a precursor to liquid fuels....

Ancient Deep-Sea Dwellers: 104 Million-Year-Old Fossils Unveil Ocean’s Past

University of Göttingen — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 04:05:39 +0000

A team led by Göttingen University described the early occurrence of irregular sea urchins in the depths of the oceans. Deep within the ocean’s abyss,...

A Sense of Order – The Unique Trait That Sets Us Apart From Other Animals

Stockholm University — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 03:01:43 +0000

Remembering the order of information is crucial when engaging in dialogues, organizing daily activities, or pursuing education. A recent study in the scientific journal PLOS...

Scientists Discover Simple Way to Boost the Effectiveness of Popular Emergency Contraceptive Pill

The Lancet — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 01:47:22 +0000

According to a randomized controlled trial recently published in The Lancet, combining the anti-inflammatory drug piroxicam, often prescribed for arthritis pain, with the levonorgestrel emergency...

DNA Chips: The Billion Gigabyte Storage Solution of Tomorrow

University of Würzburg — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 23:44:59 +0000

In the form of DNA, nature shows how data can be stored in a space-saving and long-term manner. Würzburg’s chair of bioinformatics is developing DNA...

Brain Alert – Substance Use Linked to Long-Lasting Brain Changes & Cognitive Decline

Texas A&M University — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 22:54:46 +0000

Research from Texas A&M underlines the link between substance use and significant changes in an inhibitory brain circuit, leading to reduced cognitive flexibility. According to...

Uncharted Solar Realms: Camera “Hack” Lets Solar Orbiter Peer Deeper Into Sun’s Atmosphere

European Space Agency — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 22:09:44 +0000

Scientists have used Solar Orbiter’s EUI camera in a new mode of operation to record part of the Sun’s atmosphere at extreme ultraviolet wavelengths that...

Harmful Algae Alert: NASA Tests New TROPOMI Tool for Tracking Algal Blooms

Jet Propulsion Laboratory — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 21:19:39 +0000

Harmful algae can endanger public health and coastal ecosystems and economies. Advances in satellite imaging are providing new ways to look at our living ocean....

Fundamental Biology Overturned: New Discovery Challenges Long-Held Views on “The Second Brain”

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 20:11:00 +0000

Discoveries may pave the way for improved therapies for gastrointestinal issues. Following your gut. Losing your appetite. A gutsy move. Though we often consider the...

A Game-Changing Discovery: Scientists Invent Unique Method To Create Better Molecule-Based Magnets

University of Ottawa — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 18:46:56 +0000

Researchers from the University of Ottawa have developed an innovative technique to create better molecule-based magnets, known as single-molecule magnets (SMMs). Scientists from the University...

“They Were Everywhere” – Exploding Monkey and Pig Populations Pose Human Disease Risk

The University of Queensland — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 17:37:02 +0000

Rising numbers of wild pigs and macaque monkeys in Southeast Asia pose risks to native forests and could lead to disease spread among livestock and...

Igniting Ariane 6: Europe’s Spaceport Tests the Next Big Thing in Rockets

European Space Agency (ESA) — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 16:29:37 +0000

ESA’s Ariane 6 rocket underwent successful testing in French Guiana, showcasing readiness for pre-launch procedures and system safety. Designed to succeed Ariane 5, Ariane 6...

Fact vs. Fiction – Scientists Debunk 6 Popular Hypnosis Myths

Binghamton University — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 15:20:20 +0000

A mysterious figure waves a pocket watch to and fro, repeating the phrase, “You’re getting sleepy, very sleepy,” seemingly seizing complete control over their subject....

Ripped Apart: A Gigantic Black Hole Destroys a Massive Star

Chandra X-ray Center — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 14:09:41 +0000

Astronomers uncover details of a massive star, ASASSN-14li, devoured by a black hole, challenging previous theories and hinting at new methods for cosmic exploration. Researchers...

90% Reduction: Scientists Discover Natural Molecule That Eradicates Plaques and Cavities

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:59:44 +0000

3,3′-Diindolylmethane (DIM) decreased the Streptococcus mutans biofilm, a leading contributor to plaque and cavities, by 90%. A significant portion of the global population experiences persistent...

Scientists Discover Unexpected Pathway to Batteries With High Energy, Low Cost, and Long Life

Argonne National Laboratory — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:59:24 +0000

Researchers uncover an unexpected route to better lithium-sulfur batteries by visualizing reactions at the atomic scale. The journey from a laboratory discovery to real-world application...

Three Out of Four Populations of Rare Butterflies Have Been Lost

University of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:09:22 +0000

In a span of 26 years, Eastern Denmark has witnessed a 72% decline in the presence of rare butterflies. Numerous species are now on the...

New Study Uncovers Unexpected Side Effect of Daily Aspirin Usage in Older Adults

Monash University — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 10:19:03 +0000

A recent analysis of data from the landmark ASPREE trial revealed that prolonged daily aspirin consumption increased anemia risk by 20 percent in individuals predominantly aged...

Japan Successfully Launches XRISM Space Telescope and SLIM Lunar Lander

JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:30:03 +0000

The X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission (XRISM), and the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM), were launched onboard the H-IIA Launch Vehicle No. 47 (H-IIA...

Generating Oxygen on Mars: The Triumph of NASA’s MOXIE

Jet Propulsion Laboratory — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 08:18:18 +0000

Riding with the Perseverance rover, the instrument has proved to be a viable technology for astronauts on Mars to produce oxygen for fuel and breathing....

Scientists Develop New Cancer Therapy That Stops Tumor Growth in Its Tracks

Purdue University — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 07:27:38 +0000

Researchers from Purdue University have developed a novel cancer treatment that deceives cancer cells into absorbing a snippet of RNA that naturally blocks cell division....