New Research Unravels the Origins of Cumulative Culture in Human Evolution
Our modern culture and technology stem from millennia of cultural knowledge that has been continually accumulated and reinterpreted. We are each the culmination of thousands…
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Arizona State University (ASU) is a major public research university spread across five campuses in the Phoenix metropolitan area, with its largest campus in Tempe, Arizona. Established in 1885, ASU is known for its high level of research activity and its commitment to innovation in higher education. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees through 16 colleges and schools, focusing on a variety of disciplines including engineering, business, education, and sustainability. ASU has been recognized for its novel approaches to higher education, particularly its model for an “enterprise university” driven by inclusivity and accessibility. It also leads in initiatives like the New American University model, which emphasizes academic excellence, broad access to quality education, and meaningful community impact. ASU’s vibrant student life, extensive online learning options, and numerous research centers and institutes add to its reputation as a leader in transforming education to serve societal needs.
Chilling Discovery: Ancient Protein Discovery Could Redefine How We Treat Pain
Menthol detection predates the sensation of cold, indicating separate activation mechanisms that can be distinguished. This differentiation opens possibilities for novel pain treatments that avoid…
Across the Entire Tree of Life – “Cell Cannibalism” Is Much More Common Than Scientists Thought
New research reveals that cell-in-cell phenomena, where one cell consumes another, are common across all life forms and important for normal biological functions, not just…
NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Captures 2024 Solar Eclipse Shadow From 223,000 Miles Away
NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter captured a striking image of the Earth during the April 8 solar eclipse from its position 223,000 miles away, showcasing the…
Survival Through Ashes: How Early Humans Outwitted a Supereruption
Toba supereruption may have facilitated the dispersal of modern humans out of Africa and across the rest of the world. Modern humans dispersed from Africa…
Unexpected Discovery of “Impossible Galaxy” Shatters Astronomical Boundaries
PEARLSDG, an isolated dwarf galaxy found by the James Webb Space Telescope, defies standard galactic evolution theories by not forming new stars, indicating a need…
Unveiling the Shadow Player: Tau Protein’s Silent Role in Parkinson’s Disease
New research identifies tau protein as a key player in the early stages of Parkinson’s disease, challenging traditional views and suggesting new directions for treatment….
Ancient Planetary Secrets Locked Beneath Earth’s Surface
Recent research indicates that Earth’s mantle contains two large blobs, remnants of Theia, the ancient planet whose collision with Earth led to the moon’s creation….
Webb’s Cosmic Coup: Sniffing Out Methane on a Distant World
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has detected methane in the atmosphere of the exoplanet WASP-80 b, a milestone in space exploration. This discovery, confirmed through…
E Prime Enigma Resolved: How Scientists Unraveled Earth’s Deep Water Secrets
A groundbreaking study reveals that Earth’s surface water reaches the core, altering its composition and suggesting a more dynamic core-mantle interaction and a complex global…
First Single-Cell “Atlas” of the Human Brain Reveals Inner Workings an Unprecedented Level
More than 4 million cells profiled to make largest atlas to date to help explore the evolution of the human brain and new targets for…
DNA Nano Engine: The Revolutionary Power Behind Tomorrow’s Nanomachines
An international team of scientists has recently developed a novel type of nano engine made of DNA. It is driven by a clever mechanism and…
From Atoms to Organisms: “Assembly Theory” Unifies Physics and Biology To Explain Evolution and Complexity
“Assembly Theory,” a pioneering theoretical framework bridging physics and biology, offers transformative insights into biological evolution and its place within universal physical laws. With applications…
New Research Suggests That Jupiter’s Moon Europa Had a Slow Evolution
Within the vast expanse of Jupiter’s moons, Europa stands out as a captivating subject for researchers due to compelling indications of essential elements like nutrients,…
Mercury’s Metallic Mystery: NASA’s MESSENGER Mission Decodes Chromium Clues
Researchers used NASA MESSENGER mission data to map chromium abundance on Mercury, discovering a significant amount in the planet’s large metallic core. This study, combining…
New Study Reveals Surprising Factors in Dog Longevity
Surveying a cohort of 21,000 dogs, the Dog Aging Project uncovers a correlation between increased social support and improved overall well-being. What contributes to a…
Unprecedented Discovery: Astronomers Find First Radiation Belt Beyond Our Solar System
For the first time, astronomers have discovered a radiation belt outside our solar system, around a brown dwarf called LSR J1835+3259. The belt is 10…
“Crustivoltaics” – A New Way To Replace Biocrusts Damaged by Humans
Generating new soil crust in deserts using solar farms. In the dry lands of the American Southwest, there is a hidden world beneath us. Biocrusts,…