Science & Technology
Staggering structure in 19 nearby spiral galaxies
The James Webb Space Telescope observed 19 nearby face-on spiral galaxies in near- and mid-infrared light as part of its contributions to the Physics at High Angular resolution in Nearby GalaxieS (PHANGS) program.
Researchers leverage AI to develop early diagnostic test for ovarian cancer
Scientists have combined machine learning with information on blood metabolites to develop a new early diagnostic test that detects ovarian cancer with 93 percent accuracy.
Do tree-planting campaigns follow best practices for successful forest restoration?
New research reviewed publicly available information for 99 different organizations that coordinate large-scale tree-planting programs around the globe to see if these organizations seemed to be applying best practices for successful reforestation.
People are inclined to hide a contagious illness while around others, research shows
A startling number of people conceal an infectious illness to avoid missing work, travel, or social events, new research suggests.
Re-energizing mitochondria to treat Alzheimer’s disease
Nerve cells in the brain demand an enormous amount of energy to survive and maintain their connections for communicating with other nerve cells. In Alzheimer’s disease, the ability to make energy is compromised, and the connections between nerve cells …
Scientists pull off quantum coup
Scientists have discovered a first-of-its-kind material, a 3D crystalline metal in which quantum correlations and the geometry of the crystal structure combine to frustrate the movement of electrons and lock them in place.
A non-allergenic wheat protein for growing better cultivated meat
As the world’s population increases, cultivated or lab-grown meat — animal muscle and fat cells grown in laboratory conditions — has emerged as a potential way to satisfy future protein needs. And edible, inexpensive plant proteins could be used to g…
Prenatal air pollution exposure linked to severe newborn respiratory distress
Prenatal exposure to air pollution increases the risk of severe respiratory distress in newborn babies, according to new research. The risk increases with exposure specifically to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2), which occur …
How a walk in nature restores attention
New research by psychologists demonstrates a peaceful walk through a natural setting enhances attention.
Compounding risks of atmospheric river storms
When storms hit back-to-back, the flooding — and economic damages — are even worse than expected.