Category: Science

Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in what was once thought to be one of the most inhospitable places on Earth — the Atacama Desert. Known as the driest place on the planet, the Atacama stretches along Chile’s Pacific Coast and offers a harsh environment where survival seems almost impossible. Yet, defying all odds, researchers…

In a new study, published today in the journal Gastroenterology, researchers have uncovered a genetic variation that could explain why some people crave sugary treats more than others. This discovery opens up exciting possibilities for developing new treatments to curb sugar intake and combat related health issues, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. The…

A new study has unveiled a critical connection between environmental factors and brain development in young people, leveraging satellite data and brain imaging to reveal how urban environments impact mental health and cognition. The research, published in the journal Nature Mental Health, is a collaboration led by experts from the tri-institutional Center for Translational Research…

A new study by New York University (NYU) scientists, published in Nature Communications. has unveiled that memory storage isn’t exclusive to brain cells, marking a significant paradigm shift in our understanding of memory. Traditionally, it’s been believed that memories are stored exclusively in the brain. However, a team of researchers at NYU has discovered that…

A groundbreaking study published in the journal Nature by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and the Jan and Duncan Neurological Research Institute at Texas Children’s Hospital (Texas Children’s Duncan NRI) has unveiled a previously unknown player in the realm of memory storage and recall: astrocytes. These star-shaped, non-neuronal brain cells are now established as pivotal components in…

In a revolutionary leap for neuroscience, researchers at Mount Sinai have identified a neural mechanism that keeps our memories dynamically updated, integrating past experiences with new information. The study, published in the journal Nature, has profound implications for our understanding of memory processes and conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Memory Integration Across Time…

In an unprecedented revelation, scientists have uncovered a novel genetic basis for resistance to genetically engineered crops in the corn earworm, one of the United States’ most damaging agricultural pests. This breakthrough has significant implications for the management of biotech crops and the ongoing battle against pest resistance. Crops genetically modified to produce pest-killing proteins,…

Researchers from Caltech and MIT have introduced a groundbreaking mathematical method that promises to untangle the intricate web of cause and effect in complex systems. This novel approach, known as the synergistic-unique-redundant decomposition of causality (SURD), was detailed in a paper published in Nature Communications. Adrián Lozano-Durán, associate professor of aerospace at Caltech, and his…

A new study has unveiled a crucial protein that could bridge the gap between animal viruses and human infections, potentially enabling the spillover of arteriviruses. This discovery adds a new layer of understanding to the mechanisms of viral infections and provides a stepping stone for pre-pandemic preparedness. Researchers led by The Ohio State University and…

On Nov. 4, SpaceX is set to launch its 31st Commercial Resupply Services (CRS) mission to the International Space Station (ISS), carrying more than 25 critical research projects designed to enhance life on Earth and bolster the sustainable utilization of low Earth orbit (LEO). The mission, slated to lift off at 9:29 p.m. EST from…