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River Pollution: The Surprising Good News You Won't Hear From The Media

Public outrage over river pollution has been heartening to see. Over the past few years, stories about sewage contamination in...

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Ozone Hole Shrinks: Is This Finally the Beginning of the End for the Ozone Layer?

The ozone layer, a vital shield protecting Earth from the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation, has been facing a critical threat...

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Global Medium-Chain Triglycerides (MCT) Market: A Growing Trend Fueled by Health Benefits

The global medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) market is experiencing substantial growth, driven by rising consumer awareness of its health benefits. MCT...

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Feline Coronavirus Transmission Between Domestic and Wild Cats: New Research Offers Clues

A new study from College of Veterinary Medicine researchers finds the first genetic evidence of feline coronavirus (FCoV) transmission between...

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Floating Solar: Can This Emerging Tech Power Our Future?

Renewable energy is an abundant resource, but the transition to a world powered by renewables presents its own set of...

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Orcas May Be Ramming Boats For Target Practice, Scientists Suggest

Experts have a new theory about why orcas are targeting sailboats in the Iberian Peninsula — they're using them to...

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Aliens May Have No Days or Nights, and Sleep Is Out of the Question

Do aliens sleep? You may take sleep for granted, but research shows that many planets on which life can evolve...

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Palm Oil: The Hidden Dangers Lurking in Your Kitchen? 5 Reasons To Stop Consuming It Now

Palm oil, a ubiquitous ingredient in many processed foods, has been lauded for its versatility and affordability. However, a growing...

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The Rise of AI in Healthcare: Transforming Diagnosis, Treatment, and Patient Care

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare, offering groundbreaking solutions to age-old challenges. From revolutionizing diagnosis and treatment to enhancing...

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Scientists Turn Mice Transparent Using Yellow Food Dye: Could This Be the Future of Medical Diagnosis?

The news has spread like wildfire, seemingly more fantastical than scientific reality. An American research team has discovered a remarkably...

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Clouds: The Biggest Unknown in Predicting Climate Change

Clouds can trap heat or reflect it away from Earth, making their impact on global warming extraordinarily hard to predict....

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Giant Peanut-Shaped Asteroid Is Hurtling Towards Earth: Are We in Danger?

The world of science is once again buzzing with excitement. A giant peanut-shaped asteroid, named 2024 JV33, is making its...

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Tiny Asteroid Lights Up Sky Over Philippines: 9th Ever Spotted Before Impact

A roughly 1-meter (3-foot) asteroid burned up in Earth’s atmosphere over the Philippines near Luzon Island early Wednesday afternoon, according...

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Primary Cells Market to Reach US$1.8 Billion by 2030: Driven by Personalized Medicine and Advancements in 3D Cell Culture

The global market for Primary Cells is experiencing a significant surge, driven by the increasing demand for more physiologically relevant...

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Scientists Uncover Chain Reaction That Reshaped Earth's Evolution: Gondwana's Breakup and the Rise of 'Dead Zones'

Scientists have uncovered how a “tag-team” interaction between oceans and continents millions of years ago led to a massive devastation...

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Dodo Bird Was Actually Fast and Powerful: New Research Debunks Myth

Representations of dodos may look hilariously gormless and their name is now synonymous with the likes of 'dolt' and 'boofhead'....

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Scientists Create a 'CO2 Sponge' From Wood That Could Replace Plastic and Fight Climate Change

Scientists in Florida that are concerned by the global accumulation of waste are working on a novel material to replace...

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Scientists Discover a New Way Mitochondria Clean Themselves: Tiny Vesicles Remove Damaged Parts

Mitochondria, the energy-producing powerhouses of our cells, are constantly working to keep us alive and functioning. But like any hardworking...

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Celebrate National Dog Day with These Must-Read Books About Our Canine Companions

Every year on Aug. 26, National Dog Day is observed to celebrate the love, loyalty and companionship that dogs bring...

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Africa's Baobab Trees: Thriving Despite Climate Change, But Facing Other Threats

As an ecologist who has spent the last 17 years studying baobab, I decided to look specifically at the health...

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New Blood Test for Alzheimer's Disease: More Accurate Than Doctors, but Should You Get One?

The promising new test is better at detecting Alzheimer’s disease than physicians—but experts don’t recommend it for everyone. Demonstrating that...

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Harvard Professor Proposes 'Black Hole Moon' for Unlimited Power, Could Be Sign of Advanced Aliens

A Harvard professor has proposed a groundbreaking concept in his latest research paper, "Illumination of a Planet by a Black...

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Nanocellulose Market to Explode: $2.7 Billion by 2033, Driven by Packaging and Biomedical Demand

The global nanocellulose market is experiencing a surge in demand, driven by its versatile properties and environmental friendliness. This innovative...

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Carbon Capture: Is It the Solution to Climate Change or a Distant Dream?

Recent advancements in carbon capture technology and natural carbon sinks highlight the ongoing efforts and challenges in meeting global emissions...

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Fluoride in Drinking Water Linked to Lower IQ in Kids: A New U.S. Report Sparks Controversy

The report, based on an analysis of previously published research, marks the first time a federal agency has determined —...

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Waterspouts: Why Scientists Say These 'Black Swan' Events Are Becoming More Common

The waterspout blamed for the deadly sinking of a luxury superyacht carrying the British tech billionaire Mike Lynch in Italy...

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The Cave of Bones: Scientists Debunk Claims of Ancient Ritual Burials

Evidence continues to mount against the interpretation of a cave filled with ancient hominid bones as a sacred burial ground,...

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iPSCs: The Future of Regenerative Medicine? Market Growth Fuels Hope for Curing Diseases

The field of regenerative medicine is experiencing a paradigm shift with the emergence of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). These...

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Hubble Telescope Captures Stellar Floss in the Large Magellanic Cloud

NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has captured a breathtaking image of N11, a complex cluster of emission nebulae nestled within the...

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In Situ Hybridization (ISH) Market Booming: Abbott, Leica Microsystems, and More Leading the Charge

In Situ Hybridization (ISH) is a powerful molecular biology technique that has gained immense traction in recent years, particularly in...

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River Pollution: The Surprising Good News You Won't Hear From The Media

Ozone Hole Shrinks: Is This Finally the Beginning of the End for the Ozone Layer?

Global Medium-Chain Triglycerides (MCT) Market: A Growing Trend Fueled by Health Benefits

Feline Coronavirus Transmission Between Domestic and Wild Cats: New Research Offers Clues

Floating Solar: Can This Emerging Tech Power Our Future?

Orcas May Be Ramming Boats For Target Practice, Scientists Suggest

Aliens May Have No Days or Nights, and Sleep Is Out of the Question

Palm Oil: The Hidden Dangers Lurking in Your Kitchen? 5 Reasons To Stop Consuming It Now

The Rise of AI in Healthcare: Transforming Diagnosis, Treatment, and Patient Care

Scientists Turn Mice Transparent Using Yellow Food Dye: Could This Be the Future of Medical Diagnosis?

Clouds: The Biggest Unknown in Predicting Climate Change

Giant Peanut-Shaped Asteroid Is Hurtling Towards Earth: Are We in Danger?

Tiny Asteroid Lights Up Sky Over Philippines: 9th Ever Spotted Before Impact

Primary Cells Market to Reach US$1.8 Billion by 2030: Driven by Personalized Medicine and Advancements in 3D Cell Culture

Scientists Uncover Chain Reaction That Reshaped Earth's Evolution: Gondwana's Breakup and the Rise of 'Dead Zones'

Dodo Bird Was Actually Fast and Powerful: New Research Debunks Myth

Scientists Create a 'CO2 Sponge' From Wood That Could Replace Plastic and Fight Climate Change

Scientists Discover a New Way Mitochondria Clean Themselves: Tiny Vesicles Remove Damaged Parts

Celebrate National Dog Day with These Must-Read Books About Our Canine Companions

Africa's Baobab Trees: Thriving Despite Climate Change, But Facing Other Threats

New Blood Test for Alzheimer's Disease: More Accurate Than Doctors, but Should You Get One?

Harvard Professor Proposes 'Black Hole Moon' for Unlimited Power, Could Be Sign of Advanced Aliens

Nanocellulose Market to Explode: $2.7 Billion by 2033, Driven by Packaging and Biomedical Demand

Carbon Capture: Is It the Solution to Climate Change or a Distant Dream?

Fluoride in Drinking Water Linked to Lower IQ in Kids: A New U.S. Report Sparks Controversy

Waterspouts: Why Scientists Say These 'Black Swan' Events Are Becoming More Common

The Cave of Bones: Scientists Debunk Claims of Ancient Ritual Burials

iPSCs: The Future of Regenerative Medicine? Market Growth Fuels Hope for Curing Diseases

Hubble Telescope Captures Stellar Floss in the Large Magellanic Cloud

In Situ Hybridization (ISH) Market Booming: Abbott, Leica Microsystems, and More Leading the Charge

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