Prairie voles, due to their unique pair-bonding behavior, have been instrumental in understanding the neurochemical basis of love in humans, revealing the roles of oxytocin, vasopressin, and dopamine in social attachment and romantic attraction.
GM is entering the booming energy storage market with a new sodium-ion battery chemistry, aiming for cost-effectiveness and supply chain resilience. While Tesla dominates, GM's deliberate approach focuses on long-term product development, with sodium-ion cells expected later this decade.
Anthropic launched Claude Fable 5, a new AI model with enhanced capabilities but restricted access to sensitive topics like cybersecurity and biology. The company aims to prevent misuse by malicious actors, though this may limit harmless requests.
Belgian chemistry professor Véronique Gouverneur of Oxford will receive the 2026 Fondation Simone et Cino Del Duca Grand Prix Scientifique for her novel fluorine production method, potentially disrupting 150 years of industrial practice. Her work offers a safer alternative to Henri Moissan's toxic 1886 method.
The runner's high, a euphoric state during exercise, is primarily driven by endocannabinoids (eCBs), not endorphins. eCBs reduce anxiety and modulate pain, while dopamine and norepinephrine also contribute to mood and focus. Sustained, moderate-to-hard aerobic effort maximizes chances of experiencing it.
England enters the 2026 World Cup with a new manager, Thomas Tuchel, and a squad selection prioritizing team chemistry over individual talent. Despite recent fan discontent and surprise omissions, the team aims to break a 60-year trophy drought.
Thomas Tuchel has reportedly left Cole Palmer out of England's World Cup squad due to concerns over his personality and suitability for tournament football, prioritizing team chemistry and leadership. Phil Foden also missed out, while experienced players like Dan Burn and Jordan Henderson were selected.
Amazon Prime's debut NBA playoff broadcast was plagued by technical issues and a lack of engaging content, contrasting sharply with traditional linear TV coverage. The move to streaming fragments the viewing experience and raises access concerns.
CBI investigates NEET-UG 2026 paper leak sold as 'guess paper' for ₹10-25 lakh, network spans Rajasthan, Haryana, Maharashtra, Uttarakhand, and Kerala.
CBI takes over NEET-UG 2026 paper leak probe, registers FIR against 'paper leak mafia' for selling leaked question papers for Rs 10 lakh to Rs 25 lakh
The South Indian film scene is abuzz with major updates. 'Jana Nayagan' OTT rights are seeing a bidding war following Vijay's political ascent. Suriya's compassionate handling of a fan security breach went viral. 'Peddi' trailer launch is now in Mumbai, while Ravi Mohan and Kenishaa's stage chemistry sparks 'indirect proposal' talk. Fans eagerly await the 'NTRNEEL' glimpse.
Rajasthan Police's SOG is investigating alleged malpractices in NEET (UG) 2026 after the NTA received inputs about question sets overlapping with the actual exam paper. Investigators found over 100 biology and chemistry questions from a circulated set showing striking similarities to the NEET paper.
Researchers at EPFL built a framework that lets chemists describe what they want in plain language—and have AI sift through thousands of synthesis routes to find the right one.
Ryan Rickelton has emerged as Mumbai Indians' standout performer in IPL 2026, leading the team in runs with an impressive strike rate. His explosive batting, including multiple century partnerships with Rohit Sharma, has been crucial to MI's successful chases. Rickelton credits his chemistry with Sharma and the Wankhede pitch for his dream run.
University of Oregon chemist Christopher Hendon has developed a novel method for measuring coffee's flavor profile using a potentiostat—an electrochemical tool typically used for battery testing. By sending an electrical current through coffee samples, the technique measures how electricity interacts with the liquid, providing a better assessment of flavor than existing methods. The study focused on roast color and beverage strength, the two variables most affecting sensory profile. Hendon successfully tested the method on four coffee bean samples, identifying the distinctive signature of a batch that failed quality control.
German Nobel laureate Hartmut Michel, 77, has joined Jilin University in Changchun, northeastern China as a full-time professor at the First Hospital. The 1988 Chemistry Nobel Prize winner will lead research in structural biology, drug development and translational medicine, and help train young scientists. The university described him as a flagship hire under its talent recruitment strategy.
A writer experiencing insomnia embarks on a quest to determine the speed at which a match must be struck to ignite, contacting Swedish Match and two professors. While never receiving a definitive answer, the author uses this minor mystery as a springboard to critique Silicon Valley's pursuit of frictionlessness through AI, arguing that the space between input and output—reflection, consciousness, meaning—cannot be collapsed by pattern-matching algorithms. The essay draws on Clarice Lispector and references Marc Andreessen and Sam Altman to warn of an emerging spiritual crisis.
Connor McDavid recorded four assists in the Edmonton Oilers' 6-1 season-finale win over the Vancouver Canucks, securing second place in the Pacific Division and home-ice advantage for the opening playoff round. McDavid claimed his sixth Art Ross Trophy with 138 points, joining Mario Lemieux and Gordie Howe in league history while trailing only Wayne Gretzky. The Oilers will face the Anaheim Ducks in the first round starting April 20. McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle shared her pride on social media, writing 'So proud of you' as the team heads to the playoffs.
Connor McDavid recorded four assists in Edmonton's 6-1 season-ending win over Vancouver, securing second place in the Pacific Division and home-ice advantage. McDavid won his sixth Art Ross Trophy with 138 points, tying Mario Lemieux and Gordie Howe. His wife Lauren Kyle celebrated on social media. The Oilers face Anaheim Ducks in the first round starting April 20.
