Dog-killing flatworm discovered in Southern California
UC Riverside scientists confirm, for the first time, that a potentially fatal dog parasite is present in a portion of the Colorado River that runs...
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It’s hearty, it’s meaty, it’s mold
With animal-free dairy products and convincing vegetarian meat substitutes already on the market, it’s easy to see how biotechnology can change the food industry. Advances...
Researchers can reveal illegal timber exports
A new method of timber analysis developed by researchers from the University of Gothenburg can confidently identify the location in which the tree was harvested....
First-of-its-kind super minigene to boost spinal muscular atrophy research
AMES, Iowa – Ravindra Singh has spent years studying a gene that when missing or mutated causes spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a deadly disease that’s...
Scientists use novel technique to create new energy-efficient microelectronic device
Breakthrough could help lead to the development of new low-power semiconductors or quantum devices.Credit: (Image by Argonne National Laboratory.) Breakthrough could help lead to the...
Study brings scientists a step closer to successfully growing plants in space
New, highly stretchable sensors can monitor and transmit plant growth information without human intervention, report University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign researchers in the journal Device.Credit: NASA...
Interactions with dogs can increase brainwaves associated with stress relief and heightened concentration
Spending quality time with dogs reduces stress and increases the power of brain waves associated with relaxation and concentration, according to a study published on...
Crucial insights into animal defense mechanisms and tradeoffs revealed
New study reveals insights into predator-prey dynamics in the animal kingdom, focusing on sea anemones. The surprising discovery of a native anemone population lacking the...
Just one mindfulness and compassion session was associated with reduced symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress a week later, in clinical trial with 91 participants
Just one mindfulness and compassion session was associated with reduced symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress a week later, in clinical trial with 91 participantsCredit:...
Molecular simulations of ammonia mixtures support search for renewable fuels
Ammonia (NH3) is an important molecule with many applications. The end product of the famed Haber–Bosch process, it is commonly synthesized to capture nitrogen for...
Most consumers continue to expect rising food prices
Most U.S. consumers surveyed in February 2024 predicted that they would see an increase in food prices over the next 12 months. Sixty-four percent of...
‘Junk DNA’ no more: Johns Hopkins investigators develop method of identifying cancers from repeat elements of genetic code
Repeats of DNA sequences, often referred to as “junk DNA” or “dark matter,” that are found in chromosomes and could contribute to cancer or other...
The Wim Hof method may reduce inflammation, per systematic review
The Wim Hof method may produce a beneficial anti-inflammatory response characterized by increased epinephrine levels and a reduction in pro-inflammatory cytokines, according to a systematic...
AI for astrophysics: Algorithms help chart the origins of heavy elements
The origin of heavy elements in our universe is theorized to be the result of neutron star collisions, which produce conditions hot and dense enough...
Photo project reveals life with a pet while experiencing homelessness
In a new study, people experiencing homelessness with a pet documented their lives in photos and participated in interviews, revealing their experiences and potentially informing...
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