Post-Lockdown Surge in Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) Infections
First isolated in 2001, human metapneumovirus (hMPV) is a common respiratory virus, mainly affecting young children, causing bronchitis; post-COVID-19 lockdowns saw a surge in cases, particularly in toddlers, impacting healthcare systems worldwide.
Post-Lockdown Surge in Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) Infections
First isolated in 2001, human metapneumovirus (hMPV) is a common respiratory virus, mainly affecting young children, causing bronchitis; post-COVID-19 lockdowns saw a surge in cases, particularly in toddlers, impacting healthcare systems worldwide.
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Wiesbaden Museum to Exhibit Extensive Global Sand Collection
Retired teacher Rüdiger Wandke's nearly 20-year collection of approximately 7,000 sand samples from around the world, with about 3,500 in the Wiesbaden Museum, will be partially displayed in the museum's new "Wandel" exhibit opening in April 2025, showcasing sand's diversity and geological significa...
Wiesbaden Museum to Exhibit Extensive Global Sand Collection
Retired teacher Rüdiger Wandke's nearly 20-year collection of approximately 7,000 sand samples from around the world, with about 3,500 in the Wiesbaden Museum, will be partially displayed in the museum's new "Wandel" exhibit opening in April 2025, showcasing sand's diversity and geological significa...
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2025 Celestial Events: Eclipses, Supermoons, and Enhanced Aurora
2025 will feature a solar eclipse on March 29th (partial in most locations, total in southeastern Canada), a total lunar eclipse on September 7th (visible across much of Ukraine), three supermoons (October 7th, November 5th, and December 4th), the peak of the Quadrantids meteor shower on January 3-4...
2025 Celestial Events: Eclipses, Supermoons, and Enhanced Aurora
2025 will feature a solar eclipse on March 29th (partial in most locations, total in southeastern Canada), a total lunar eclipse on September 7th (visible across much of Ukraine), three supermoons (October 7th, November 5th, and December 4th), the peak of the Quadrantids meteor shower on January 3-4...
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Mystery 1831 Volcano Identified: Zavaritskii's Eruption Caused Global Cooling
Scientists identified Zavaritskii volcano on Simushir Island as the source of a powerful 1831 eruption that caused a 1°C temperature drop in the Northern Hemisphere, contributing to widespread famines; the discovery was made through ice core analysis and geochemical dating.
Mystery 1831 Volcano Identified: Zavaritskii's Eruption Caused Global Cooling
Scientists identified Zavaritskii volcano on Simushir Island as the source of a powerful 1831 eruption that caused a 1°C temperature drop in the Northern Hemisphere, contributing to widespread famines; the discovery was made through ice core analysis and geochemical dating.
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Delayed Astronaut Return and ESA's Earth Observation Satellite Launch
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, stranded at the ISS since June 2024 due to a spacecraft malfunction, will return to Earth in March 2025; the ESA will launch a satellite to analyze Earth's ecosystems, and the Artemis II mission is delayed until at least April 2026.
Delayed Astronaut Return and ESA's Earth Observation Satellite Launch
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, stranded at the ISS since June 2024 due to a spacecraft malfunction, will return to Earth in March 2025; the ESA will launch a satellite to analyze Earth's ecosystems, and the Artemis II mission is delayed until at least April 2026.
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Axiom Space and Prada Unveil Innovative Spacesuit for Artemis III
Axiom Space and Prada presented the AxEMU spacesuit for NASA's Artemis III lunar mission, launching in September 2026; it features improved mobility, durability, and a gender-neutral design to withstand extreme lunar conditions.
Axiom Space and Prada Unveil Innovative Spacesuit for Artemis III
Axiom Space and Prada presented the AxEMU spacesuit for NASA's Artemis III lunar mission, launching in September 2026; it features improved mobility, durability, and a gender-neutral design to withstand extreme lunar conditions.
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US University Social Science and Psychology Research Funding in FY2023
In FY2023, US universities spent over \$3.6 billion on social science and \$1.6 billion on psychology research; the University of Michigan led in social sciences, also ranking in the top 10 for psychology.
US University Social Science and Psychology Research Funding in FY2023
In FY2023, US universities spent over \$3.6 billion on social science and \$1.6 billion on psychology research; the University of Michigan led in social sciences, also ranking in the top 10 for psychology.
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Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV): A Common Respiratory Virus with Post-Lockdown Surge
Human metapneumovirus (hMPV), first isolated in 2001, is a common respiratory virus related to RSV, causing mostly mild illness but occasionally severe bronchitis in toddlers; post-COVID lockdowns saw surges in severe cases due to a lack of prior exposure.
Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV): A Common Respiratory Virus with Post-Lockdown Surge
Human metapneumovirus (hMPV), first isolated in 2001, is a common respiratory virus related to RSV, causing mostly mild illness but occasionally severe bronchitis in toddlers; post-COVID lockdowns saw surges in severe cases due to a lack of prior exposure.
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36% Bias Score
Lenacapavir: A Breakthrough HIV Drug Faces Access Challenges
A new injectable HIV drug, Lenacapavir, demonstrated a 96% reduction in infection risk in clinical trials, leading Science magazine to name it 'Discovery of the Year' for 2024; however, global access is hindered by high costs and limited distribution agreements.
Lenacapavir: A Breakthrough HIV Drug Faces Access Challenges
A new injectable HIV drug, Lenacapavir, demonstrated a 96% reduction in infection risk in clinical trials, leading Science magazine to name it 'Discovery of the Year' for 2024; however, global access is hindered by high costs and limited distribution agreements.
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Genetically Modified Calf Could Revolutionize Sustainable Beef and Dairy Production
Hilda, a calf born through in-vitro fertilization from a specially selected cow and bull, represents a significant breakthrough in reducing methane emissions from cattle, a major contributor to climate change. The project aims to breed cattle that produce minimal methane, addressing the environmenta...
Genetically Modified Calf Could Revolutionize Sustainable Beef and Dairy Production
Hilda, a calf born through in-vitro fertilization from a specially selected cow and bull, represents a significant breakthrough in reducing methane emissions from cattle, a major contributor to climate change. The project aims to breed cattle that produce minimal methane, addressing the environmenta...
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COVID-19 at Five Years: Evolving Virus, Uncertain Origin, and Lingering Health Impacts
Five years after the initial COVID-19 outbreak in Wuhan, China, the pandemic's global death toll is estimated to be over 20 million, with the virus continuing to evolve and long COVID impacting millions. The origin remains uncertain, hampered by lack of transparency from China.
COVID-19 at Five Years: Evolving Virus, Uncertain Origin, and Lingering Health Impacts
Five years after the initial COVID-19 outbreak in Wuhan, China, the pandemic's global death toll is estimated to be over 20 million, with the virus continuing to evolve and long COVID impacting millions. The origin remains uncertain, hampered by lack of transparency from China.
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Southern Right Whale Lifespan Far Exceeds Previous Estimates, Highlighting Human Impact
A new study in Science Advances reveals southern right whales live far longer (up to 150 years) than previously thought, contrasting with the critically endangered North Atlantic right whales which live only 22 years on average due to human impact.
Southern Right Whale Lifespan Far Exceeds Previous Estimates, Highlighting Human Impact
A new study in Science Advances reveals southern right whales live far longer (up to 150 years) than previously thought, contrasting with the critically endangered North Atlantic right whales which live only 22 years on average due to human impact.
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44% Bias Score