Researchers identified key enzymes in toxic plants wolfsbane and larkspur, demonstrating how to recreate complex diterpenoid alkaloids in the lab for future medicines.
Researchers in Florida successfully tested Halobacteriovorax, a predatory bacterium, to halt bacterial infections in endangered Caribbean staghorn coral under laboratory conditions.
Florida researchers tested using naturally occurring predatory bacteria called Halobacteriovorax to fight Vibrio infections in endangered Caribbean staghorn coral, showing promising results in laboratory experiments.
UK poetry sales are set for a record year, exceeding £8m in the first 30 weeks of 2026. The surge is largely driven by Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey and popular social media poets.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is reportedly concerned that new AI researchers are joining the company for high pay and equity rather than its core mission, highlighting a broader industry talent war involving Meta, OpenAI, and Google.
Italian study of over 5,000 schoolchildren found those who opened social media accounts at ages 11‑12 scored lower in maths and reading at age 16, a gap equivalent to six months of learning, while English scores were unaffected.
NHS screening criteria for women under 50 are too narrow and miss up to 95% of those at higher risk of breast cancer, according to a study by Cambridge University and the Institute of Cancer Research.
UCLA researchers studying yellow-bellied marmots in Colorado since 1962 launched an OnlyFans account called OnlyMarms to secure alternative funding after federal grants dwindled.
Study finds younger generations age faster, increasing early cancer risk; researchers note correlation not causation and suggest lifestyle interventions.
International researchers led by QIMR Berghofer’s Simon Phipps discovered breastmilk protein osteopontin enhances infant immune cells via gut microbiome changes, suggesting formula improvements; study funded by Nestlé and published in Cell.
A new study by Cornell University found that honey from organically managed bee colonies in the northeastern US had pesticide levels similar to certified organic honey, suggesting current strict US organic certification rules could be revised to open a large market for struggling beekeepers.
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown metallic alloy, a "hiroshimaite," in beach sands from Hiroshima Bay. Formed by the 1945 atomic blast's extreme heat and rapid cooling, this finding offers insights into material behavior under extreme conditions and aids nuclear forensics.
A new study reveals a long-term shift in the tropical Pacific Ocean has amplified wildfire-prone conditions in the US Southwest by 22% while easing them in eastern Australia by 19%, based on 1984-2022 data. This pattern interacts with human-driven climate change, influencing atmospheric dryness.
A Reuters review of Chinese academic papers reveals military-linked researchers used OpenAI's GPT-3.5 and Anthropic's Claude 3 Haiku via "model distillation" to train their own AI systems for defense applications, including cyber-warfare and drone operations, despite US restrictions on advanced technology.
Researchers from UC Davis and UC Riverside identified the SDMYB gene, solving the century-old mystery of avocado trees' distinct A-type and B-type flowering cycles. This discovery provides a new DNA testing tool to accelerate breeding programs and improve orchard planning.
Hong Kong researchers at CUHK are testing a surgical procedure for Alzheimer's, pioneered in mainland China, which has shown promise in improving patients' daily functions. The procedure was banned for unregulated use in mainland China due to safety concerns, prompting CUHK's controlled trials.
A five-year study in South Africa found that 11 elephants released from captivity exhibited behavior and stress hormone levels very similar to wild elephants, proving their ability to successfully reintegrate into natural environments and regain independence.
Brazilian researchers from CENA-USP developed an isotopic mapping model using 800 Amazonian trees to trace illegal timber, enabling Brazil's Federal Police to identify wood origin with 92% accuracy. This forensic tool, based on stable isotope analysis, aims to combat deforestation and strengthen international timber regulations.
Simulations reveal a 3-megaton nuclear explosion could completely blast apart a 100-meter asteroid. Burying the bomb 30 meters deep significantly enhances its effectiveness, tripling the change in the asteroid's speed and offering a more precise two-step deflection method.
A new study from California researchers found that barn owls can naturally reduce rodent damage in Napa Valley vineyards by decreasing rodent numbers and making them more cautious. This method offers an alternative to harmful pesticides, benefiting both grape production and biodiversity.
In Rehri Goth, Pakistan, a community struggles with high premature birth rates and infant mortality, exemplified by Sughran's loss of two babies. Dr. Fyezah Jehan's research links low levels of Prevotella copri bacteria in pregnant women's microbiomes to prematurity, while broader issues like malnutrition, poor sanitation, and inappropriate health advice exacerbate the crisis.
A new study in California's Napa Valley reveals that barn owls significantly reduce rodent damage in vineyards by both direct predation and altering rodent behavior, potentially decreasing reliance on harmful pesticides. Researchers found vineyards with more owls had fewer, more cautious rodents.
Northwestern University researchers found strong evidence that ocean acidification, caused by massive volcanic eruptions from the Kerguelen Plateau, triggered a major extinction event for planktic foraminifera around 113 million years ago. Chemical signals in microscopic shells revealed severe stress on shell-building organisms, offering insights into modern ocean changes.
Smaller Bitcoin transfers reached levels not seen since FTX collapse, with 39,600 BTC moved on Friday, amid an ongoing suspected Coldcard hack. The incident, which has drained 1,367 BTC ($88.6M) from 4,585 addresses, reignites debate over Bitcoin self-custody vs. third-party platforms.
