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MXene Nanoscrolls Transform 2D Materials
Transforming flat 2D materials into conductive 1D structures, MXene nanoscrolls unlock breakthroughs in energy, sensing, wearables, and superconductivity.
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The Quantum Leap Ahead: Time Crystals Defy Physics and Point to New Tech Frontiers
Physicists at NYU have uncovered a mesmerizing new time crystal—a peculiar state of matter where particles rhythmically "tick" while defying gravity on sound waves.
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Curiosity Rover Completes Boxwork Exploration on Mars
Explore the remarkable journey of NASA's Curiosity rover as it navigates the Martian terrain, uncovering scientific wonders and paving the way for future space exploration.
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Seven UC Berkeley Scholars Earn Coveted Sloan Fellowships
Prestigious Sloan Fellowships honor UC Berkeley's rising research stars, recognizing their groundbreaking contributions to fields from physics to computer science.
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Fingers Hold Surprising Clue to Brain Evolution
Our brains' evolution may be etched in our fingers before birth, a surprising clue hidden in the lengths of our digits.
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Gut Bacteria Detected Sensing 10,000+ Nutrients to Thrive
Your gut's microscopic residents are a bustling community, constantly sensing, moving, and sharing nutrients to maintain a thriving microbiome.
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Brain's Hidden Wiring Maps Our Thoughts
Your brain's wiring forms a unique fingerprint, unveiling how you think, remember, and decide. A new study offers the strongest evidence yet that brain connectivity reveals each region's function.
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Cosmic Clock Discovered Orbiting Milky Way's Black Hole
A cosmic metronome at the heart of our galaxy: Scientists detect a potential ultra-fast pulsar spinning every 8.19 milliseconds near the Milky Way's supermassive black hole.
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Celebrate the Oldest Known Sewing Discovered in Oregon
Unearthed in Oregon, ancient textile fragments reveal the ingenious craftsmanship of indigenous peoples, who wove intricate designs from natural fibers.
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Michigan's Buried Treasure: Untapped Hydrogen Could Power Greener Trucks and Ships
Michigan might be at the forefront of a new clean fuel source — and it’s buried right under the state. Last month, Governor Gretchen Whitmer said her administration wants to make the state a hub for geologic hydrogen, a potentially untapped reserve of clean fuel below the Earth’s surface that could ...
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12,000-Year-Old Bones Reveal Rare Genetic Disorder's Ancient Origins
A 12,000-year-old Ice Age double burial in Italy has unveiled a remarkable genetic discovery - a mother and daughter with a rare inherited growth disorder, uncovered through mutations in a key bone-growth gene.
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New Technique Reveals Secret to Supercharging Lithium-Ion Batteries
A hidden battery ingredient could supercharge lithium-ion batteries, enabling faster charging and longer-lasting power. Groundbreaking nanoscopic imaging reveals the key to this game-changing innovation.
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5,000-Year-Old Bacteria Thawed, Reveals Over 100 Antibiotic Resistance Genes
Whether it’s the ocean’s deepest hydrothermal vents or tall mountain peaks, bacteria is likely surviving and thriving. Ice caves can host a wide variety of microorganisms and offer biologists a bevy of genetic diversity that still has to be studied. And it could help save lives. A team of scientists...
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Majorana Qubits Unlock Millisecond-Scale Quantum Computing Stability
Unlocking the secrets of Majorana qubits, scientists unveil a groundbreaking technique to read their hidden states, paving the way for robust quantum computing.
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Ancient Ice Cave Bacteria Unlock Secrets to Overcoming Modern Antibiotics
Buried beneath the frozen depths, ancient bacteria have adapted to survive the harshest conditions, even resisting modern antibiotics. Discover the genetic secrets hidden in these icy time capsules.
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Tiny Zircon Crystals Rewrite Earth's Origin Story
Tiny zircon crystals uncover Earth's ancient past, hinting at surprisingly complex tectonic activity in our planet's formative years.
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Ancestors of All Backboned Animals Likely Saw the World with Four Eyes
Humans may have once possessed four eyes, not two. The remnants of these extra eyes linger in our brains today as the pineal organ, which controls our sleep cycles, though it no longer forms images.
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Ancient Roman Concrete Secrets Inspire Durable New Building Material
Uncovering the ancient secrets of Rome's self-healing concrete, a scientist embarks on a mission to revolutionize the construction industry.
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The Surprising Quantum Secrets Hiding in Ordinary Cobalt
Cobalt, a familiar metallic element, has unlocked unexpected quantum potential, revolutionizing our understanding of the subatomic world.
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Behold the Enduring Chitin of Ancient Trilobites
Buried for eons, ancient fossils conceal chemical secrets that defy expectations, rewriting our understanding of Earth's biological preservation.
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Silicon Quantum Chip Detects Errors While Preserving Quantum Connections
Unlock the power of quantum computing: Harnessing the strange world of entanglement, these revolutionary devices process information in ways classical computers can't, ushering in a new era of computing.
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Offshore Wind Farms Poised to Receive Space-Powered Electricity
Harnessing the sun's boundless energy, the UK charts a bold course towards space-based solar power, a game-changing solution to meet its net-zero goals, as revealed in a groundbreaking government study.
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The Surprising Muscle Secret Hibernating Hamsters Hold for Astronauts
Brace yourself for a chilling reality - the dream of hibernating through winter isn't so simple for humans. Muscle tissue and stem cells face serious risks from prolonged cold and inactivity.
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From Martian Dust to Organic Abundance: Curiosity's Cosmic Discovery
Curiosity's groundbreaking discovery on Mars has scientists puzzled - the rover has uncovered massive organic molecules, hinting at the possibility of past life.
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Witness Spinal Cord Injuries Heal with This Cutting-Edge Therapy
Researchers have built a realistic human mini spinal cord in the lab and used it to simulate traumatic injury. The model reproduced key damage seen in real spinal cord injuries, including inflammation and scar formation. After treatment with fast moving “dancing molecules,” nerve fibers began growin...
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Heating Metal Can Now Strengthen It, Upending 2,000-Year-Old Assumption
Bending the rules of metallurgy, a groundbreaking study upends the age-old belief that heat softens metal, revealing a surprising new truth about the nature of materials.
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Plants' Gentle Touch Builds Resilience Against Stress
Plants may be more cooperative than we thought. New research reveals they share signals to boost resilience when facing environmental stress.
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Everyday Joys Bloom When We Nurture Ourselves
Joy is not a constant state, but a natural nervous system response. Social media's relentless positivity sets unrealistic expectations, leaving us feeling like failures.
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AI Sparks Artificial Animals That Autonomously Develop Vision
Artificial animals in Sweden developed functioning vision from scratch - no instructions needed. This AI breakthrough reveals evolution's inner secrets, replicating real-life vision systems.
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How Cracking This 50-Year Mystery Could Fuel New Cancer Treatments
A 50-year-old scientific enigma has been unraveled, as researchers unveil the molecular mechanism enabling tissue regeneration after severe damage.
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The Brain's Protein Code Rewrites Itself as We Age - and Scientists Have Found the Switch
As we age, changes in protein tagging and degradation may unlock the secrets behind brain decline - and how diet can still influence these vital processes.
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Bonobo masters imaginary object tracking.
A bonobo demonstrated the ability to track imaginary objects in controlled tests, challenging the belief that imagination is uniquely human and hinting at deep evolutionary roots. In a set of carefully designed experiments modeled on children’s tea parties, researchers at Johns Hopkins University...
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Elephants' Whiskers Unlock Their Astonishing Sense of Touch
The whiskers of elephants and domestic cats have stiff bases that transition to soft rubber-like tips, different from the stiff whiskers of rats...
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The Surprising Whiskers Unlocking Elephants' Senses
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The Quiet Guardians Stabilizing Earth's Magnetic Field for Eons
A steady magnetic field shields Earth's surface from deadly radiation, yet we've barely explored our own planet's depths. Beneath the thin crust lies a world of mystery waiting to be uncovered.
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Has the Parker Solar Probe cracked the century-old mystery of the solar wind?
NASA's Parker Solar Probe is unveiling the solar wind's secrets, offering an unprecedented glimpse into how this cosmic phenomenon gains energy and surges away from the sun.
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Space Station Bolstered by Arrival of 4 New Astronauts
Four new astronauts have arrived at the International Space Station, restoring its full crew after early departures due to health issues. SpaceX delivered the diverse team just a day after launch from Cape Canaveral.
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Dreams Unlock Creativity as Researchers Nudge Slumbering Minds
Unlock your creative potential while you slumber. Neuroscientists reveal dreams can be subtly guided to boost innovation, with sound cues during REM sleep sparking new ideas.
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Discover the Global "Language" Hidden in Bird Calls
Across the globe, birds share a learned warning cry that may reveal the roots of human language. This startling discovery sheds light on the evolution of communication.
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The Heavens Welcome Crew-12: Four Astronauts Dock at Space Station
A SpaceX Dragon capsule carrying an international crew approaches the International Space Station, marking a historic moment in space exploration.
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