Pesticides and other common chemical pollutants are toxic to our ‘good’ gut bacteria
University of Cambridge researchers discover 168 pollutants harming gut bacteria, potentially increasing antibiotic resistance and health risks.
Powered by mushrooms, living computers are on the rise
Researchers at The Ohio State University explore mushroom-based computing, offering eco-friendly alternatives to traditional semiconductors.
Henna’s hidden healing: Treating fibrosis with a chemical derived from Lawsonia inermis
Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University explore Lawsone’s potential to reverse liver fibrosis, impacting millions worldwide.
Ancient lead exposure shaped evolution of human brain
Southern Cross University research reveals two million years of lead exposure influenced hominid brain development and language.
In a surprising discovery, scientists find tiny loops in the genomes of dividing cells
Researchers at MIT reveal persistent 3D loops during mitosis, challenging previous beliefs about genome structure retention.
Roots in the dark: Russian scientists uncover hidden carbon dioxide uptake in plant roots
Kabardino-Balkarian State University study reveals plant roots absorb CO₂, challenging traditional views on plant nutrition.
Primate thumbs and brains evolved hand-in-hand
University of Reading researchers discover longer thumbs linked to larger neocortex, enhancing primates’ manual dexterity and cognition.
AI analysis of world’s largest heart attack datasets opens way to new treatment strategies
University of Zurich researchers use AI to enhance patient care by reclassifying heart attack risk, improving outcomes.
Scientists discover a gene that could triple wheat production
University of Maryland researchers identify WUSCHEL-D1 gene, potentially increasing wheat yield without needing extra resources.
Stress in the strands: Hair offers clues to children’s mental health
University of Waterloo researchers discover hair cortisol levels can predict mental health risks in chronically ill children.