Earth Sciences
Record marine heat waves in 2023 covered 96% of oceans, lasted four times longer than average
Heat waves aren't just getting worse on land, the majority of the world's oceans are experiencing record-breaking temperatures too. These marine heat waves are getting longer, more intense and reaching farther than ever before. ...
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Pedestrians now walk 15% faster and linger less in city public spaces, researchers find
City life is often described as "fast-paced." A new study suggests that's more true than ever.
City life is often described as "fast-paced." A new study suggests that's more true than ever.
Social Sciences
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New global study shows freshwater is disappearing at alarming rates
New findings from studying over two decades of satellite observations reveal that Earth's continents have experienced unprecedented freshwater loss since 2002, driven by climate change, ...
New findings from studying over two decades of satellite observations reveal that Earth's continents have experienced unprecedented freshwater loss since ...
Earth Sciences
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New approach to engineering crumpled GO membranes for separating hydrogen and other gases
The reliable separation of some gases from others could be highly advantageous for a wide range of applications. For instance, it could help to produce hydrogen (H2) for fuel cells ...
The reliable separation of some gases from others could be highly advantageous for a wide range of applications. For instance, it could help to produce ...

Researchers uncover a topological excitonic insulator with a tunable momentum order
Topological materials are a class of materials that exhibit unique electronic properties at their boundary (surface in 3D materials; edge in 2D materials) that are robust against imperfections or disturbances and are markedly ...

Scientists create an artificial cell capable of navigating its environment using chemistry alone
Researchers at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) have created the world's simplest artificial cell capable of chemical navigation, migrating toward specific substances like living cells do.
Cell & Microbiology
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Physicists discover new state of quantum matter
Researchers at the University of California, Irvine have discovered a new state of quantum matter. The state exists within a material that the team reports could lead to a new era of self-charging computers and ones capable ...
General Physics
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Meta's wristband breakthrough lets you use digital devices without touching them
Could Meta be on the verge of transforming how we interact with our digital devices? If the company's latest innovation takes off, we might soon be controlling our computers, cell phones and tablets with a simple flick of ...

Human CLOCK gene enhances brain connectivity and mental flexibility in mice, study finds
Clock genes are a set of genes known to contribute to the regulation of the human body's internal 24-hour cycle, also known as the circadian rhythm. One of these genes is the so-called CLOCK gene, a protein that regulates ...

Male birth control pill clears initial safety hurdle
YourChoice Therapeutics, working with Quotient Sciences and Incyte, reports that single oral doses of the investigational non‑hormonal male contraceptive YCT‑529 up to 180 mg produced no clinically relevant safety issues ...

Trial finds no protective effect of moisturizers in atopy-prone infants
Oregon Health & Science University-led research is reporting that daily full-body emollient use starting before 9 weeks of age lowered atopic dermatitis incidence by 24 months in a representative US infant cohort.

A human-inspired pathfinding approach to improve robot navigation
For robots to be successfully introduced in a wider range of real-world settings, they should be able to safely and reliably navigate rapidly changing environments. While roboticists and computer scientists have introduced ...

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New theory unifies quantum and relativistic effects in electron spin-lattice interactions
"God does not play dice." This famous remark by Albert Einstein critiqued the probabilistic nature of quantum mechanics. Paradoxically, his theory of relativity has become an essential tool for understanding the behavior ...
General Physics
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How to watch two meteor showers peak together in late July
It's almost time for summer's meteor shower duet.
Space Exploration
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Research shows how sulfate ions increase the lifespan, performance of aqueous batteries
Scientists at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have uncovered a critical molecular cause keeping aqueous rechargeable batteries from becoming a safer, economical option for sustainable energy storage.
Energy & Green Tech
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Money can't buy love—but it might make us more open to it, study says
Single people with higher incomes are more likely to want a relationship, feel like they are ready for one and actually begin one, according to a pair of new research studies.
Social Sciences
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Engineers overcome radiation challenge with custom silicon chips
The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) is tough on electronics. Situated inside a 17-mile-long tunnel that runs in a circle under the border between Switzerland and France, this massive scientific instrument accelerates particles ...
General Physics
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Study finds roots of mental and neurodegenerative disorders in fetal brain cells
The origin of some neuropsychiatric diseases, such as autism, bipolar disorder, or depression, and certain neurodegenerative diseases, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, can be found in very early stages of brain formation in the ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
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Plant virus triggers immune response that targets and destroys cancer cells
A virus that typically infects black-eyed peas is showing great promise as a low-cost, potent cancer immunotherapy—and researchers are uncovering why.
Oncology & Cancer
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Chromatin organization linked to p53 tumor suppression mechanism
Each cell in our bodies carries about two meters of DNA in its nucleus, packed into a tiny volume of just a few hundred cubic micrometers—about a millionth of a milliliter. The cell manages this by winding the strings of ...
Oncology & Cancer
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Scientists develop tissue-healing gel using milk-derived extracellular vesicles
Researchers from Columbia Engineering have established a framework for the design of bioactive injectable hydrogels formulated with extracellular vesicles (EVs) for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine applications.
Immunology
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BATMAN brings T cell receptor therapy out of the shadows
Imagine your immune cells could be modified to attack any kind of cancer. T cell receptor (TCR) therapy has the potential to one day become a universal cancer treatment. But there are risks. Similarities between cancerous ...
Cell & Microbiology
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Trump administration expected to say greenhouse gases aren't harmful
President Donald Trump's administration is preparing to upend a foundational scientific determination about the harms of greenhouse gases that underpins the US government's ability to curb climate change.

Planting bush basil near green beans naturally repels certain pests
In the middle of summer, garden vegetables like green beans are proliferating, but so are pests that like to chew and suck on them. Now, a study in ACS' Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry suggests growing bush basil ...

Scuba diving tourism dollars flow into ocean protection and local communities worldwide
The global scuba diving tourism industry generates up to around $20 billion US per year, finds a study published in Cell Reports Sustainability. This revenue helps boost local economies by employing local people and supports ...

Lying increases trust in science, study finds
Research by philosopher of science and Honorary Research Associate at Bangor University, Byron Hyde, looked at the role of transparency in fostering public trust in science.

Longitudinal study details employment, qualifications and skills of adult education teachers in Germany
From the end of June 2025, the first survey data from the TAEPS study ("Teachers in Adult Education—A Panel Study") are available for research purposes. This study expands the scope of the data portfolio offered by the ...

Researchers demonstrate first bidirectional asymmetric frequency conversion in a single system
A research team in Korea has experimentally demonstrated, for the first time in the world, a nonlinear wave phenomenon that changes its frequency—either rising or falling—depending on which direction the waves come from.

Global Soil Biodiversity Observatory begins to take concrete shape to protect life below ground
Expanding efforts to measure, monitor and protect soil biodiversity around the world will intensify further with the establishment of the Global Soil Biodiversity Observatory, to be led by the Food and Agriculture Organization ...

Illegal fishing in marine protected areas—satellites and AI show most bans are respected
Marine protected areas cover more than 8% of the world's oceans today, but they can get a bad rap as being protected on paper only.

Always on, always tired, sometimes rude—how to avoid the 'triple-peak trap' of modern work
If your first task of the day is triaging a bulging inbox at 6am, you are not alone. A recent Microsoft report headlined "Breaking down the infinite workday" found that 40% of Microsoft 365 users online at this hour are already ...

Dealing with wildfires requires a whole-of-society approach
As the summer heat intensifies, people across Canada are facing the full brunt of wildfire season. Communities are being evacuated and properties are being destroyed as fires grow in size.

High-profile sex assault cases—and their verdicts—have consequences for survivors seeking help
Five former Canada world junior hockey players have been acquitted of sexually assaulting a woman in a hotel room in 2018 after Ontario Superior Court Justice Maria Carroccia said the Crown failed to prove its case and that ...

Three reasons young people are more likely to believe conspiracy theories—and how we can help them discover the truth
Conspiracy theories are a widespread occurrence in today's hyper-connected and polarized world.

First graders who use more educational media spend more time reading
An estimated 12% of first graders' most-used media at home is educational, a new study suggests.

As oceans warm, tropical fish are moving south. New friendships may be helping them survive
When you think about climate change in our oceans, you may picture coral bleaching, melting sea ice, or extreme weather events. But beneath the ocean's surface, another quiet shift is underway. Australia's tropical fish are ...

Survey into bullying and sexual harassment in UK research sector
Researchers at Heriot-Watt University are aiming to uncover the true extent of bullying and sexual harassment within the U.K.'s research and innovation sector.

Science in REAL time: CubeSat poised to explore Earth's radiation belts
Just a short distance inland from the waves crashing against California's shore, NASA's Relativistic Electron Atmospheric Loss (REAL) CubeSat mission launched into the sky, taking off at 2:13 p.m. ET on July 23 from Vandenberg ...

Unheard voices reshape health and care in pioneering arts research project
Clubs, schools, day centers and other community settings could help to make health and care more accessible, new research suggests.

Neutron beam platform unites simulation and biology for advanced therapy research
One of ANSTO's advanced imaging instruments Dingo now delivers a rare fusion of simulation and radiobiology, becoming a launchpad for an innovative neutron therapy innovation.

Colorado's wolves roam farther into northwest corner of state, new map shows
At least one of Colorado's collared wolves moved deeper into the northwest corner of the state in July, a new map released by state wildlife officials shows.

Research shows how immigration status can become a death sentence during public health crisis
In the United States, immigration status has long created hierarchies within our society, where some can participate fully in public life, while others are excluded. These divisions have serious consequences for our communities, ...