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A long-term study since 1929 has revealed significant insights into barley’s evolution, showing its adaptation to different environments and the substantial impact of natural selection….
Recent findings from Cambrian-age trilobite fossils in Morocco, preserved in volcanic ash, have unveiled new anatomical details using advanced imaging, highlighting the potential for discovering…
A new study reveals that GLP-1 receptor agonists enhance the feeling of fullness before eating by affecting neurons in the dorsomedial hypothalamus, offering insights into…
Radiocarbon analysis reveals that Earth system models underestimate the carbon uptake in terrestrial ecosystems and suggest quicker carbon turnover, highlighting the need for more accurate…
Observations from the James Webb Space Telescope have revealed a high concentration of hydrocarbons in the protoplanetary disk of a young star with very low…
Researchers have discovered that the microorganism Lacrymaria olor can extend its neck up to 30 times its length through an origami-like cellular architecture. This ability…
A study shows that the energy costs of animal reproduction are significantly higher than once thought, mainly due to indirect costs like gestation. This discovery…
A new study reveals that targeting the STK33 protein can induce safe, reversible infertility in male mice, offering hope for nonhormonal male contraceptives. Researchers have…
A groundbreaking study has mapped a human cerebral cortex fragment in unprecedented detail, finding crucial cellular details and providing a tool for future research. Using…
AI experts recommend significant investment in AI risk mitigation and stricter global regulations to prevent misuse and guide AI development safely. Researchers have warned about…
Evidence indicates varying success in current Early Care and Education programs, with some showing negative impacts, highlighting the necessity for rigorous research and improved program…
Study finds that vitamin D boosts gut health and cancer treatment success in mice, indicating new avenues for enhancing immunotherapy. A recent study in mice…
A recent study in mice has revealed that molecular circadian clocks in the brain and muscle tissue work together to maintain muscle health and daily…
A new sustainable method replicates the desirable properties of LDPE plastic using less energy, through a novel catalytic process that creates a ladder-like molecular structure,…
Research using isotopic analysis of Io’s atmosphere suggests the moon has been volcanically active since the Solar System’s formation, influenced by tidal forces from Jupiter…
A recent study has found that climate change is impacting the timing of river flows, especially in the higher northern regions. River flow patterns, which…
Research utilizing the James Webb Space Telescope highlights the destructive power of ultraviolet “winds” on the gas in protoplanetary disks surrounding young stars, shedding light…
Genetic studies of an Antarctic octopus reveal that the collapse of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet (WAIS) occurred in the Last Interglacial period, approximately 129,000…