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Scientists have developed a molecular motor that spins when electricity passes through it, inspired by the ancient Archimedes' screw. The motor can rotate in either direction and boost electrical conductivity by up to 100 times, potentially transforming the future of molecular electronics.
Read article →A massive study of nearly 486,000 adults found that regularly drinking tea was associated with an 11% lower risk of heart and blood vessel diseases, with black tea showing more consistent benefits than green tea, but extremely hot tea consumption was linked to an increased risk.
Read article →Scientists at the University of Virginia have developed a promising new strategy to treat glioblastoma, a deadly form of brain cancer, using focused ultrasound, nanoparticles, and microRNAs to target multiple cancer-driving genes simultaneously.
Read article →A 17- to 18-million-year-old ape fossil discovered in Egypt challenges long-held theories about human origins, suggesting that North Africa and the Middle East may have been the cradle of modern ape evolution.
Read article →Northern and Southern hemisphere summers differ in duration and timing due to Earth's tilt and orbit.
Read article →Scientists propose a new explanation for why the universe contains matter, involving a long-overlooked particle that may have influenced the early universe's evolution.
Read article →The Moon's color changes depending on the night and time, influenced by the Earth's atmosphere and dust particles, resulting in a range of colors from brown-tinged gray to purple, red, and blue.
Read article →Scientists have discovered that trees can sense their own shape and straighten their trunks using specialized wood that acts like opposing muscles, a remarkable ability that helps them maintain their posture and could lead to stronger forests, better timber, and more resilient crops.
Read article →Scientists have discovered a new mechanism that allows high-cholesterol diets to undermine the body's natural cholesterol defenses, and a potential treatment that could help lower harmful LDL cholesterol levels.
Read article →Adult brain cells have been found to have a surprising ability to repair damaged tissue by stretching, dividing, and repopulating the affected area, challenging previous assumptions about brain repair.
Read article →New research suggests tectonic forces near Japan may have contributed to the rapid separation of Baja California from mainland Mexico, with computer models indicating an additional 5-10 megapascals of tensile stress in the region.
Read article →Researchers assemble the first reference genome for Stephen Colbert's namesake trapdoor spider, providing a detailed starting point for understanding its genetic architecture and habitat protection.
Read article →Asteroids near white dwarfs may break apart into large fragments, not dust, due to weak internal strength and gravity.
Read article →Simulations suggest Earth's gravitational pull could be behind the Moon's prolonged volcanic history, with tidal forces concentrating heat near the Moon's core-mantle boundary.
Read article →Scientists in South Dakota are building a massive experiment to detect neutrino particles, potentially uncovering secrets of the universe, in a former gold mine.
Read article →Scientists develop a light-controlled molecular motor that can slow down the random rotation of a neighboring component within the same molecule, offering a new way to regulate motion at the molecular level.
Read article →Researchers use gold nanoparticles to solve the century-old Thomson problem by preserving charge patterns on helium droplets, providing a physical way to investigate the challenge.
Read article →Harvard scholars are grappling with the thorny ethical questions raised by AI, including responsibility, bias, and due process, in a new area of law.
Read article →A new study finds a link between leadership and risk-taking behavior in both humans and chimpanzees, suggesting a possible evolutionary continuity.
Read article →Richard Dawkins' The Selfish Gene, first published 50 years ago, remains a model of popular science writing, despite its flaws and outdated science, inspiring new writers to learn from its lessons.
Read article →Scientists discover that eye color played a significant role in vertebrate evolution, with microscopic pigment granules showing distinct patterns across major fish groups and matching features preserved in ancient fossils.
Read article →Scientists develop a new method to create highly sensitive gas sensors using intense light pulses, achieving a 100.8% response to nitrogen dioxide at 400 parts per billion.
Read article →Researchers are shifting the focus of stuttering therapy from eliminating dysfluency to understanding personal experiences of people who stutter.
Read article →MIT researchers develop customizable nanoparticles for personalized cancer vaccines, using a modified bacteriophage to deliver cancer antigens and prevent tumor growth in mice.
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