MRI scans reveal the STUNNING stages of consciousness in the brain
Researchers identified dAAN in brain responsible for 'wakefulness'. Potential to aid comatose patients and develop treatments for altered consciousness. [ more ]
China to launch world-first mission to retrieve samples from far side of moon
China plans to retrieve samples from the far side of the moon in an ambitious two-month mission, aiming to establish a lunar presence by 2030. [ more ]
Space is full of trash. NASA is finally hiring someone to clean it up
Sustainability goes beyond the environment to consider long-term viability of actions. NASA aims to ensure space remains sustainable amidst increasing activities. [ more ]
Why on Earth are we AGAIN collaborating with China to manipulate viruses?
US Department of Agriculture collaborating with Chinese Academy of Sciences on manipulating deadly strains of bird flu, risking human spread. US funding questionable collaborations with security threats. [ more ]
Collapsing Sheets of Spacetime Could Explain Dark Matter and Why the Universe Hums'
Hypothetical domain walls may have formed after the big bang, creating a background of ripples in spacetime and possibly small black holes as dark matter. [ more ]
Watch the Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower Reach Its Peak
Meteor showers are a spectacular astronomical event that occur annually and originate from cometary debris, visible during peak times in specific constellations. [ more ]
The rapid introduction of new cancer screening technology, like the Galleri test, raises concerns and sparks debates about its potential benefits to patients. [ more ]
Study: The Maya blessed their ball courts in rituals with hallucinogenic plants
One main point in the article is that the Maya civilization may have conducted ritualistic blessings involving hallucinogenic plants for their ball courts. [ more ]
Dr. Stuart Orkin's research on identifying genes regulating fetal hemoglobin led to a revolutionary gene therapy for sickle cell disease using CRISPR technology. [ more ]
How a 'death trap' for fish in California's water system is limiting the pumping of supplies
Threatened fish deaths at the pumping plant force reduced water pumping, sparking debates and highlighting the need to balance water usage and environmental protection. [ more ]
Europe is falling behind in the race to develop space-based solar power
Space-based solar power could potentially address Europe's energy challenges by providing a reliable and scalable energy source transmitted wirelessly from satellites. [ more ]
In recent years, the new immune-based therapy CAR T has dramatically improved outcomes for patients with certain blood cancers that involve B cells, like leukemia and lymphoma.
'Masters of the Universe' is Quietly Retconning He-Man's Backstory
The new He-Man movie will introduce a fresh, Superman-inspired backstory for Prince Adam, connecting to the last live-action adventure while being different from previous versions. [ more ]
Daily briefing: First fetus-to-fetus transplant in rats
Surgeons successfully transplanted kidney tissue from one rat fetus to another in utero, with the hope of one day transplanting pig organs into humans with kidney disorders. [ more ]
The 'Light in Life' exhibition at Kew Gardens features stainless steel sculptures inspired by plants, emphasizing the importance of preserving biodiversity. [ more ]
The U.S. may be missing human cases of bird flu, scientists say
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is ordering dairy producers to test cows that produce milk for infections from highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI H5N1) before the animals are transported to a different state following the discovery of the virus in samples of pasteurized milk taken by the Food and Drug Administration.
Found: the dial in the brain that controls the immune system
Scientists have identified brainstem cells that regulate the body's inflammatory response, potentially leading to new treatments for autoimmune diseases and other conditions. [ more ]
How Some Common Medications Can Make People More Vulnerable to Heat
Rising temperatures are worsening the risks of heat-related illnesses, especially for those relying on certain medications like antipsychotics. [ more ]
Evolution can be disrupted when the human brain evolves faster than biological processes, leading to society-driven behavior over biologically advantageous actions. [ more ]
Many young people fear the imminent destruction of Earth due to climate change, but Cambridge professor Mike Hulme argues that the world is not ending. [ more ]
Daily Telescope: The Horsehead Nebula as we've never seen it before
The James Webb Space Telescope captured a detailed infrared image of the Horsehead Nebula, showcasing its intricate beauty and highlighting distant galaxies. [ more ]
Diabetes drugs test a new side effect: slowing down symptoms of Parkinson's
GLP-1 receptor agonists have potential benefits beyond just treating diabetes and obesity, potentially impacting diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's positively. [ more ]
Astronauts could run round Wall of Death' to keep fit on moon, say scientists
To combat muscle and bone loss in low gravity on the moon, researchers propose astronauts run on a lunar 'Wall of Death' multiple times a day. [ more ]
For birds, siblinghood can be a matter of life or death
Siblicide, the murder of one sibling by another, is an observed phenomenon in bird species like Nazca boobies, showing the extreme nature of sibling relationships. [ more ]
Rare type of dwarfism could hold key to longer life, scientists claim
Laron syndrome, a rare form of dwarfism, may protect against cancer and aging-related diseases, potentially offering insights for anti-aging treatments. [ more ]
Moving Beyond Animal Testing, Young Reporter Neha Raj Parmiter's School
World Day for Laboratory Animals (WDLA) highlights ethical concerns on animal testing and promotes alternatives like Organ on a Chip (OOC) technologies. [ more ]