What animal societies can teach us about aging
Mon 9:14pmRed deer may become less sociable as they grow old to reduce the risk of picking up diseases, while older house sparrows seem to have fewer social interactions as their peers die off, according to new research which shows humans are not the only animals to…Researchers' new outreach strategy succeeds, sets blueprint for detecting invasive species in…
Mon 7:25pmResearchers are showcasing how a focused outreach initiative in Palm Beach County has led to a successful increase in reports of invasive reptiles in Florida.When is a heat wave just a heat wave, and when is it climate change?
Mon 4:44pmA new study used the 2023 heat wave in Texas and Louisiana as a test case for establishing processes that tease out whether particular weather events are climate change related.RSV vaccines effective, but more people need to get them
Mon 4:44pmDoctors detail what we learned after the first season following the approval of RSV vaccines. The vaccine effectively prevented severe illness in older, but only 24 percent of eligible US adults received the vaccine, compared to 50 percent for flu shots.…Scientists can reverse brain aging in fruit flies by preventing buildup of a common protein
Mon 4:44pmBuildup of a protein called filamentous actin, or F-actin, in the brain inhibits the removal of cellular wastes, including DNA, lipids, proteins and organelles. The resulting accumulation of waste diminishes neuronal functions and contributes to cognitive…Companies and investors can now get smarter when it comes to nature
Mon 4:43pmAmid growing pressure to report on nature-related risks and impacts, an open-source footprinting tool offers a scientific and transparent approach.Bird wings inspire new approach to flight safety
Mon 4:43pmEngineers found a way to help airplanes avoid stall with lightweight plastic flaps that flutter with pressure changes. The flaps mimick a class of feathers that are key to birds' most daring aerial maneuvers.Climate, dead zones and fish: Solving a 'wicked problem' in Lake Erie and beyond
Mon 4:43pmA research collaboration has developed a simple model to help inform the complex decision-making that goes into managing water quality and fishery output in Lake Erie and similar ecosystems.Invasive plants drive homogenization of soil microbial communities across U.S.
Mon 4:42pmA new study reveals that invasive plants are reshaping soil microbial communities across the U.S., making them more uniform and altering how ecosystems function.Giant clam declared critically endangered after the latest assessment
Mon 1:23pmOnce abundant, the massive, colorful clam is now locally extinct in many regions, with a critical drop in population due to overfishing and climate change.No incentive for older birds to make new friends
Mon 1:23pmLike people, birds have fewer friends as they age, but the reasons why are unclear. New research suggests they may just have no drive to.Using weather radar to track Australia's migrating birds
Mon 1:21pmScientists have used data from weather radar not to track storms, but to count birds as they travel across Australian skies.Quality control in artificial photosynthesis: Validating natural antenna mimicry
Mon 1:21pmResearchers have revealed the 3D structure of lab-made light-harvesting complex II (LHCII), a key component in photosynthesis. Using cryo-electron microscopy, they found that artificial LHCII closely mirrors the natural version, advancing research into solar…Understanding how mutations affect diseases
Mon 1:20pmThe human genetic code is fully mapped out, providing scientists with a blueprint of the DNA to identify genomic regions and their variations responsible for diseases. Traditional statistical tools effectively pinpoint these genetic 'needles in the haystack,'…Keeping fewer friends protects aging monkeys from diseases
Mon 1:20pmBecoming less sociable protects older monkeys from getting ill, new research shows.Co-culture system for sustainable cultured meat production
Mon 1:17pmCultured meat is grown from animal muscle cells, and animal serum is required to promote the growth of these cells. However, the use of serum poses significant challenges because of its high cost and associated ethical concerns. Now, researchers have developed…Building safer cities with AI: Machine learning model enhances urban resilience against liquefaction
Mon 1:17pmIn earthquake-prone areas like Japan, there is a need for better prediction of soil stability to mitigate liquefaction risks. Towards this end, researchers have used machine learning models, including artificial neural networks and bagging techniques, to…Are we missing the mark on biodiversity? 90% of countries ignore key behavior changes
Mon 1:17pmThere is a yawning gap between national policies to enhance biodiversity and the individual and small group behavioral changes that are critical to making a real difference.Thin skin significantly blunts injury from puncture
Mon 1:16pmThin, stretchy skin -- like that of a pig or human -- significantly lessens the underlying damage that occurs when it's punctured. Pig skin even outperforms synthetic materials that are designed to mimic skin, a new study finds. Its special qualities, in…Thermal imaging may help fruits, veggies stay fresher longer
Mon 1:16pmA recent review suggests new temperature measuring technologies could make that process much simpler, amid growing agricultural challenges fueled by fluctuating climates.Lab-grown pork gets support from sorghum grain
Mon 1:16pmMeat grown in a lab isn't science fiction anymore. Cultured meats have existed for over a decade, and as of 2023, you might even find lab-grown chicken in restaurants (in the U.S., at least). Now, with the literal support of plant-based scaffolds, 'clean meat'…Scientists create geochemical fingerprints
Mon 1:16pmUsing new technology, researchers have been able to confirm the location of the world's oldest ochre mine and trace how ochre from the mine was dispersed to nearby communities.Why langurs drink salt water
Mon 1:16pmA new study shows the remarkable adaptability of the critically endangered Cat Ba langurs. Despite low genetic diversity, the langurs have retained key genetic traits that help them survive in their isolated environment on Cat Ba Island in Vietnam. One of…H5N1 virus isolated from infected dairy worker is 100% lethal in ferrets, but does not appear to be…
Mon 1:14pmA strain of H5N1 avian influenza virus found in a Texas dairy worker who was infected this spring was able to spread among ferrets through the air, although inefficiently, and killed 100% of infected animals in studies researchers performed with the strain…Pythons can swallow even bigger prey than scientists realized
Mon 1:14pmBurmese pythons can consume prey even larger than scientists realized, according to a new study. That means more animals are on the menu across southern Florida, where the nonnative, invasive snakes have decimated populations of foxes, bobcats, raccoons and…Melting Arctic sea-ice could affect global ocean circulation
Sun 8:58pmThe warming climate in polar regions may significantly disrupt ocean circulation patterns, a new study indicates. Scientists discovered that in the distant past, growing inflows of freshwater from melting Arctic sea-ice into the Nordic Seas likely…Asthma and fine particulate matter
Fri 7:45pmDrawing on evidence involving about 25 million population worldwide, an international research team demonstrates that long-term exposure to ambient PM2.5 significantly increases the risk of asthma, affecting both children and adults. The researchers find that…Advancement in 3D-printed concrete promises strength, durability and lower carbon emissions
Fri 7:45pmResearchers have created a graphene-enhanced, 3D-printable concrete that improves strength and reduces carbon emissions by 31%, advancing sustainable construction.Slowing ocean current could ease Arctic warming -- a little
Fri 7:44pmThe Arctic is warming at three to four times the global average. However, new research suggests the slowing of a key ocean current could reduce projected Arctic warming by up to 2 degrees Celsius by the end of the century.Scientific discovery scratching beneath the surface of itchiness
Fri 7:44pmA collaborative study has revealed how a specific species of mammal-targeting worms found a way around itch, allowing researchers to better understand the mammalian urge to scratch.
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