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A new study suggests that the collapse of a massive star could spark the creation of a tiny expanding universe rather…

A new study reveals that oak trees can keep photosynthesizing for months after growth ends, challenging assumptions about how effectively forests…

After finding a host and shedding its wings for good, a blood-feeding fly appears to sacrifice some of its vision to…

Researchers have captured the first atomic-level views of human SMUG1, a key enzyme involved in repairing damaged DNA. Every cell in…

A surprising backup pathway allows cells to make a crucial amino acid when their primary machinery fails. For decades, biologists believed…

A naturally occurring anti-inflammatory protein fragment is showing promise in early Parkinson’s disease research. Parkinson’s disease affects millions of people worldwide,…

A copper-based drug helped the brain flush out Alzheimer’s toxins, cutting plaque buildup and improving memory in a promising new study.…