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Room-temperature quantum device uses twisted light to entangle photons and electrons
Stanford researchers have developed a quantum device that operates without extreme cooling, using twisted light to achieve photon-electron entanglement, enabling smaller, cheaper quantum systems.
Manganese 'bathtub ring' on Mars reveals ancient ocean timeline
Researchers identify a ring of minerals in Utopia Planitia that helps date a past ocean and assess its potential for life on Mars.
Study: Optimal Ambition Lies Between Modest and Extreme Goals
Mathematical model from three universities suggests aiming high—but not too high—maximizes success.
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Supervision and license conditions cut reoffending in first-time prisoners
A new study finds that supervision and license conditions significantly reduce reoffending rates among first-time prisoners.
Nanofiber implant triples drug delivery, boosts glioblastoma survival in mice
A new nanofiber implant developed by University of Cincinnati and Johns Hopkins researchers delivers three drugs directly to brain tumors, doubling survival in mouse studies.
New catalysts cut boil-off losses in liquid hydrogen storage
Researchers have developed high-performance catalysts that reduce evaporation losses in liquid hydrogen, addressing a key barrier to a hydrogen-energy economy.
Cat-to-Human Bird Flu Transmission Reported; Genetic Link Found
A new study documents the first possible case of a cat transmitting bird flu to a human, while another reveals genetic tumor similarities between cats and humans.
Supereruption shaped New Zealand 350,000 years ago—study reveals how
A new study reconstructs a massive volcanic supereruption that transformed New Zealand's North Island during a glacial period 350,000 years ago.
Lasers at Lunar Poles Could Guide Artemis Astronauts
A team led by physicist Jun Ye proposes using dark lunar polar craters to host ultrastable lasers for surface and near-lunar navigation.
Mouse Eyes Use Spinach Photosynthesis to Treat Dry Eye
Scientists developed eye drops with spinach-derived photosynthetic machinery that restored moisture in mouse eyes, offering a novel approach to dry eye treatment.
Poetry for Engineers Explores Cyborg Identity and Human Enhancement
A poetic meditation on cyborg existence examines the trade-offs between human enhancement and loss of self.
Mobile Deep-Space Medical Systems Could Aid Moon and Mars Missions
Researchers are developing portable medical systems to support astronauts' health during future lunar and Martian landings.
Psychologist on factors that make paranormal experiences more likely
A psychologist explains three key factors — cognitive, emotional, and perceptual — that may predispose some individuals to paranormal experiences.
Ancient health crisis revealed in Europe's largest Copper Age tomb
Analysis of 5,000-year-old bones from a Spanish burial cave shows widespread respiratory infections, possibly tuberculosis, among children.
Chandra Reveals Pulsar Wind Nebula Inside Supernova Remnant CTA 1
Astronomers using NASA's Chandra X-ray spacecraft have published new insights into the morphology and properties of a pulsar wind nebula within the supernova remnant CTA 1.
Rare Blue Moon Micromoon Rises Tonight: Smallest Full Moon of 2026
2026's smallest full moon, a rare Blue Moon that is also a micromoon, will be visible globally tonight, with a livestream available from Italy.
New Book Examines the History of Vaccine Opposition
A forthcoming book traces the long lineage of individuals and groups who have opposed vaccines, from historical skeptics to modern-day figures.
Arctic food chain disruption, coral reef threats, and mRNA Ebola vaccine progress
This week's science highlights reveal a climate tipping point in the Arctic, sustainability concerns for scuba tourism on coral reefs, and promising results from an experimental mRNA Ebola vaccine.
Supernova remnant evidence points to cosmic ray acceleration source
New observations link a nearby supernova remnant to the acceleration of high-energy cosmic rays, shedding light on long-standing astrophysical mysteries.
From Tetris to StarCraft 2: Astronauts Gaming in Space
A look at five instances where astronauts brought video games to space, from early Tetris sessions to competitive StarCraft 2 matches.
3D silicon chip breakthrough promises to extend Moore's Law
Researchers developed a new process using ultra-thin silicon membranes and low-temperature manufacturing to stack circuits in three dimensions.
Virtual Moon Base Simulations Reveal Human Factors as Key Challenge
Tens of thousands of simulated missions suggest the success of lunar bases hinges on astronaut psychology and team dynamics, not just engineering.
Exploding rocket overshadows NASA's lunar plans, 'Doomsday Glacier' faces major loss
A weekly science roundup highlights an exploding rocket disrupting NASA's moon missions and a significant threat to the Thwaites Glacier.
Ohio wall lizards thrived despite genetic bottleneck, study finds
Non-native wall lizards in Cincinnati overcame inbreeding through rapid population expansion, according to new genomic research.
Crypto Briefing Publishes Odd Lots Interview on Rope's Historical Role
A Crypto Briefing article explores rope's engineering principles and historical significance in maritime industries.
Space Centre rocket exhibit replicates SLS with unintended collapse
A display rocket at the UK's National Space Centre partially collapsed, mirroring a famous NASA SLS test mishap.
Rope's History and Future: From Ancient Twists to Space Elevators
A new book explores how the invention of rope enabled modern civilization and hints at its role in future space exploration.
Caffeine Reverses Memory Problems from Sleep Deprivation
New research shows that caffeine can restore social memory by repairing a specific brain circuit damaged by lack of sleep.
Tomato-Soy Juice Reduces Inflammation in Obese Adults, Study Finds
A four-week clinical trial shows a specially formulated tomato-soy juice significantly lowered inflammatory proteins in adults with obesity.
Radar Data Reveals Crop Changes in South Africa's Maize Triangle
A new analysis uses radar imagery to track crop types and growing season shifts in a key agricultural region of South Africa.
Enhanced Games: Inside Silicon Valley’s fascination with peptides
The Enhanced Games, a competition where most athletes use performance-enhancing drugs, signals a potential new business model embraced by the tech industry.
Queen Elisenda's remains found in Barcelona monastery excavation
Archaeologists uncover skeletal remains of medieval Queen Elisenda and 24 others in a 14th-century Barcelona monastery.
Antiviral Pill Trial Targets Ebola Prevention in DRC and Uganda
Researchers are launching a first-of-its-kind trial to test an antiviral pill for preventing Ebola in exposed individuals.
MAVEN Detects New Plasma Squeezing at Mars
NASA's MAVEN spacecraft has identified a new phenomenon where the solar wind compresses Mars' plasma environment in unexpected ways.
Rare Blue Moon Occults Red Star Antares on May 31
A second full moon in May will pass in front of the red supergiant Antares, offering a rare celestial alignment visible across parts of the globe.
Fish gut microbes may boost ocean carbon trapping
New research links the gut microbiome of the Gulf toadfish to the formation of carbon-trapping minerals, highlighting a novel marine carbon cycle pathway.
Experimental Flonduran Corals Outplanted in Florida’s Dry Tortugas
Scientists introduced a cross-breed of Florida and Honduran elkhorn corals to a remote national park for the first time, testing a novel approach to reef restoration.
Researcher Maps Gulf Currents, Tides in Complex Hydrodynamic Model
A new project seeks to model every current, particle and tide in the Gulf to improve understanding of marine systems and disaster response.
Illumina Unveils Early-Access MRD Research Kit Ahead of ASCO 2026
The sequencing giant introduces a whole-genome-based MRD kit for cancer monitoring on NovaSeq X systems, aiming to broaden clinical research adoption.
Mars' atmosphere squeezed like toothpaste in unexpected Zwan-Wolf effect
Scientists discover a phenomenon previously thought impossible on Mars is compressing plasma in the planet's upper atmosphere.
Study finds gas street lamps emit high levels of methane, pollutants
Researchers at the University of Cincinnati found that gas streetlights release significantly more methane and carbon monoxide than other household gas appliances in Boston and Cincinnati.
AI Map Reveals Tertiary Lymphoid Structures Across Cancers
Researchers created a spatial atlas showing how these immune structures vary between tumor types and may impact patient outcomes.
China's Shenzhou 21 crew returns after record 7-month mission
Three Chinese astronauts landed safely on Friday, completing the nation's longest crewed orbital stay and overcoming a late-mission spacecraft swap.
Brain Waste Clearance Mapped via Neuronal Protein Tracing
A new method reveals region-specific routes for brain waste removal, showing how inflammation and Alzheimer's disrupt clearance pathways.
European Heat Wave Visible from Space
Satellite imagery captures a record-breaking heat wave across Europe, with thermal sensors showing extreme temperatures.
OpenAI Model Solves 80-Year-Old Math Problem, Mathematicians Verify
OpenAI's internal AI model has solved the planar unit distance problem, a decades-old mathematical challenge, with verification from mathematicians.
James Webb Telescope Solves Saturn's Spin Mystery
Scientists used the James Webb Space Telescope to discover that Saturn's apparent changing rotation rate is caused by high-atmosphere winds, not actual changes in the planet's spin.
Methane cuts may slow ozone layer recovery, study finds
New research from the University of Reading indicates that reducing methane emissions, while beneficial for climate change, could delay the healing of the stratospheric ozone layer.
Hubble Captures Spiral Galaxy M88 Drifting Toward Virgo Cluster Core
NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope reveals the active spiral galaxy Messier 88, located 63 million light-years away, as it migrates toward the center of the Virgo Cluster.
Radiation-Proof Memory Chip Built Using Ferroelectricity for Deep Space
A new ferroelectric memory chip withstands radiation levels equivalent to 100 million X-rays, promising to revolutionize data storage for deep-space missions.
New Chinese Telescope to Resolve Astronomical Spectroscopy Imbalance
A massive new telescope under construction in western China aims to correct the critical shortage of spectroscopic data needed to match billions of astronomical images.
XPRIZE Healthspan Leader on Longevity Research and Scams
Jamie Justice of XPRIZE Healthspan discusses the world's biggest longevity competition, promising research, and 'purely scammy' treatments.
Gene Clock Predicts Time to Death and Biological Age
Researchers have developed a gene-based clock that can predict a person's time to death and assess their biological age, according to a Nature News report.
Ultrafast holographic imaging reveals electron and magnetic dynamics in materials
A German-Italian team combines holography with ultrafast spectroscopy to observe extremely short-lived electronic and magnetic phenomena in next-generation energy materials.
Amazon Already Experiencing Longer Droughts and Rainfall Shifts, Studies Find
New research led by Brazil's INPE reveals that the Amazon is already undergoing drier conditions and altered precipitation patterns projected for future decades.
New Landsat Science Team Convenes Ahead of Landsat Next Era
The 2026-2030 Landsat Science Team held its first in-person meeting at the EROS Center, marking a pivotal step for the upcoming Landsat Next mission.
Neuroepidemiologist Shichuo Li Dies at 84, Transformed Epilepsy Care in China
Dr. Shichuo Li, a pioneering neuroepidemiologist and neurosurgeon who advanced epilepsy treatment across China, has passed away at age 84.
Andy Weir's 'The Martian' Gets Deluxe Edition for 15th Anniversary
A stunning new deluxe edition of Andy Weir's 'The Martian' celebrates the novel's 15th anniversary, offering fans a fresh look at the modern space classic.
Prasinezumab Trials Reveal Challenges in Parkinson's Disease Modification
A commentary in The Lancet highlights the complexities and mixed results of trials testing prasinezumab, an antibody targeting α-synuclein, to slow Parkinson's progression.
NASA’s X-59 Quiet Supersonic Aircraft Set for First Supersonic Flights
The experimental X-59 is preparing to break the sound barrier in a new block of test flights.
Neurological Disorders Now Leading Cause of Disability Worldwide
A Lancet editorial highlights that neurological diseases are the top cause of disability globally, with aging populations worsening the burden, but recent biomedical advances are transforming treatment.
Mineral Clues in Gale Crater Reveal Ancient Mars Climate Shifts
New analysis of mineral deposits in Gale Crater tracks the timeline of Mars' transition from a wet to a dry environment.
Ocrelizumab Shows Benefit in Broader MS Population, High-Dose Fails to Improve Outcomes
Two phase 3b trials published in The Lancet show ocrelizumab delays disability progression in primary progressive MS across a wider patient group, but a higher dose did not enhance efficacy in relapsing or progressive forms.
Human-linked foraging reshapes dolphin social networks in Florida over decades
New research reveals that human activities, including feeding and provisioning, have fundamentally altered the social structures of wild dolphins in Florida over multiple decades.
Tau PET Tracers Differ in Detecting Alzheimer's Pathology
A new study compares two tau PET tracers, finding that [18F]MK6240 identifies more individuals with tau pathology, which could impact clinical trial stratification.
Lilly's retatrutide delivers 28.3% weight loss, safety concerns surface
Eli Lilly's triple hormone receptor agonist retatrutide shows a mean 28.3% weight reduction in Phase 3 trials over 80 weeks, exceeding approved GLP-1 drugs but with a higher severity of gastrointestinal side effects.
Roman Telescope to Discover 100,000 Exoplanets in Milky Way's Far Side
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is expected to find 100,000 new worlds, vastly expanding the known exoplanet count from the current 6,300.
Permanent lunar base needs biology investment, SpaceNews argues
A SpaceNews analysis argues that establishing a permanent human presence on the Moon requires increased investment in biological research to support life in harsh lunar conditions.
AI can mass-produce finance research papers nearly indistinguishable from human work
A new study published in the Journal of Economic Literature finds AI and large language models can generate academic finance papers virtually indistinguishable from human-authored research.
ISS Experiment Reveals How Particles Alter Turbulence in Microgravity
A University of Delaware experiment returned from the ISS provides new data on turbulent flow behavior without gravity's interference.
Study Reveals How Farmers Navigate Climate-Induced Uncertainty
New research examines farmer decision-making amid rising climate risks, offering insights for policy and adaptation strategies.
Biotech Leader Levin: U.S. Leadership at Risk Despite Scientific Breakthroughs
Longtime industry executive Jeremy Levin warns that American supremacy in biotech is threatened by weaknesses in regulatory and investment structures.
Parker Solar Probe Uncovers Strange 'Hammerhead' Shapes in Solar Wind
Researchers analyzing Parker Solar Probe data discovered unusual flattened structures in solar wind proton distributions, offering new clues about heat transport in space.
Swarm Satellites Reveal Surprising Motion Shift in Earth's Outer Core
ESA's Swarm trio has detected a reversal in the flow of liquid iron deep beneath the Pacific, now moving east and accelerating.
Metabolic Pathway Disruption Restores Chemo Sensitivity in Ovarian Cancer
Multi-institutional study identifies a metabolic mechanism that weakens DNA repair in resistant ovarian cancer cells, potentially restoring chemotherapy effectiveness.
Pew Research releases Spring 2026 Global Attitudes and climate survey methods
Pew Research Center published methodology reports for its Spring 2026 Global Attitudes Survey and a U.S. climate change survey.
NASA Curiosity Data Reveals Hematite Marker for Ancient Martian Climate
New analysis of 20 Martian rock samples by NASA’s Curiosity Rover links hematite crystallite size to elevation, offering a novel tool for reconstructing the Red Planet’s ancient climate.
Panama burial stones confirmed as Colombian emeralds from ancient trade route
Scientific analysis reveals that green stones buried with elite figures in Panama over 1,000 years ago were emeralds transported over 700 kilometers through pre-Columbian trade networks.
New method estimates hidden wildlife species more accurately
Researchers have developed a statistical approach to estimate species that evade detection during ecological surveys.
Webb Telescope Finds Black Hole That Appeared Before Its Host Galaxy
Observations of ancient 'Little Red Dot' galaxies by the James Webb Space Telescope challenge the conventional order of galactic formation, suggesting black holes may form before their host galaxies.
GSK and Ionis report promising data for hepatitis B ‘functional cure’
New trial results for bepirovirsen suggest a potential breakthrough in treating chronic hepatitis B, with physicians calling the findings a 'historic moment'.
NASA Astronaut Andrew Morgan Retires After 12-Year Career
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Andrew Morgan retires from NASA after 272 days in space to continue his military service.
Ebola Fears at World Cup Overblown, Familiar Risks Remain
An infectious disease expert argues that common illnesses like measles pose a greater threat during the World Cup than exotic pathogens such as Ebola.
Chang'e-5 Studies Reveal Nanoscale Space-Weathering Processes on Moon
Analysis of lunar regolith from China's Chang'e-5 mission uncovers how micrometeoroid impacts and solar wind alter the Moon's surface at the nanoscale.
Brain Scans Challenge Long COVID Inflammation Theory
New imaging study finds no widespread brain inflammation in long COVID patients, linking severe symptoms instead to heightened activity in mood-related brain regions.
Rogue Object Phoebe Between Us and a Distant Star
Astronomers detected a gravitational microlensing event in 2019, revealing a compact object named Phoebe with a mass of three Moons, possibly a primordial black hole from the early universe.
Mercury's Water Ice May Trace to a Single Slow Asteroid Impact
A new study proposes that a single slow-moving asteroid impact delivered much of Mercury's polar water ice within one Mercurian day.
Documentary chronicles Eileen Collins, first woman to command a space shuttle
A new film, 'Spacewoman,' follows Collins from a traumatic childhood to breaking NASA's highest barriers.
PRINCE Small-Molecule Switch Advances Safer CRISPR Gene Editing
Researchers unveil PRINCE, a small-molecule-controlled CRISPR system enabling precise, long-term regulation of gene editing, with a compact version showing therapeutic promise in mouse models.
Universal transcriptomic hallmarks of mammalian ageing identified
A new study in Nature reveals common gene expression changes across mammalian species that correlate with ageing and mortality.
Microbiologist and Science Advocate Wins Georgia Primary for Safe House Seat
Jasmine Clark, who organized a March for Science event in 2017, secured the Democratic nomination for a reliably Democratic House district in Georgia.
Mantle Plume Pulses Linked to Ancient Mass Extinctions
New seismic and drilling data suggest that pulsing mantle plumes may have triggered historic warming events and extinctions.
NASA Data Shows Rise in Wild Disturbances Shaping U.S. Landscapes
Wild disturbances are increasingly shaping U.S. landscapes, while human-caused land disturbance declines, according to NASA Earth Observatory analysis.
Study: Bird flu shows expanded host range, higher transmission in wild birds
New research reveals circulating avian influenza viruses now infect more migratory wild bird species and transmit at higher rates, with implications for conservation and human health.
New census catalogs multiple star systems within 10 parsecs
A comprehensive survey of star systems within 10 parsecs categorizes companions, aiding exoplanet research.