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Death of Etienne-Emile Baulieu, Inventor of Abortion Pill RU-486
Etienne-Emile Baulieu, the inventor of the abortion pill RU-486, died at 98; his research significantly impacted women's health and scientific progress globally, facing opposition but leaving a lasting legacy in hormone and neurosteroid research.
Death of Etienne-Emile Baulieu, Inventor of Abortion Pill RU-486
Etienne-Emile Baulieu, the inventor of the abortion pill RU-486, died at 98; his research significantly impacted women's health and scientific progress globally, facing opposition but leaving a lasting legacy in hormone and neurosteroid research.
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Newly Discovered Genetic Disorder Spond Found in Isolated Brazilian Town
Geneticist Silvana Santos discovered Spond, a previously unknown genetic disorder affecting approximately 30% of couples in the isolated Brazilian town of Serina dos Pintos due to high rates of consanguineous marriages, resulting in progressive weakening of the nervous system, affecting mostly child...
Newly Discovered Genetic Disorder Spond Found in Isolated Brazilian Town
Geneticist Silvana Santos discovered Spond, a previously unknown genetic disorder affecting approximately 30% of couples in the isolated Brazilian town of Serina dos Pintos due to high rates of consanguineous marriages, resulting in progressive weakening of the nervous system, affecting mostly child...
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Nasal Spray Shows Promise in Reducing Alzheimer's Brain Inflammation
Joe Walsh, an Alzheimer's patient, received an experimental nasal spray, foralumab, showing reduced brain inflammation without serious side effects; a larger clinical trial is planned.
Nasal Spray Shows Promise in Reducing Alzheimer's Brain Inflammation
Joe Walsh, an Alzheimer's patient, received an experimental nasal spray, foralumab, showing reduced brain inflammation without serious side effects; a larger clinical trial is planned.
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Gene Mutation Extended Black Death Pandemic Duration
Research reveals a single gene mutation in Yersinia pestis enabled the bacterium to cause three pandemics over a millennium by evolving to become less deadly, increasing transmission opportunities.
Gene Mutation Extended Black Death Pandemic Duration
Research reveals a single gene mutation in Yersinia pestis enabled the bacterium to cause three pandemics over a millennium by evolving to become less deadly, increasing transmission opportunities.
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Aquaculture: A Sustainable Solution for Global Food Security"
Facing fishing restrictions and climate change, aquaculture, producing over 50% of global fish consumption, is vital for food security; Spain's sustainable aquaculture, regulated by APROMAR, uses only 16% wild-caught fish in feed and implements aquaponics, ensuring responsible practices.
Aquaculture: A Sustainable Solution for Global Food Security"
Facing fishing restrictions and climate change, aquaculture, producing over 50% of global fish consumption, is vital for food security; Spain's sustainable aquaculture, regulated by APROMAR, uses only 16% wild-caught fish in feed and implements aquaponics, ensuring responsible practices.
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Measuring Happiness: From GDP to Multi-Dimensional Surveys
Researchers are shifting from solely economic indicators to multi-dimensional approaches, using large-scale surveys to measure societal happiness, acknowledging the subjective nature of well-being while emphasizing the importance of integrating these findings into public policies.
Measuring Happiness: From GDP to Multi-Dimensional Surveys
Researchers are shifting from solely economic indicators to multi-dimensional approaches, using large-scale surveys to measure societal happiness, acknowledging the subjective nature of well-being while emphasizing the importance of integrating these findings into public policies.
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Record-Low Rainfall and High Temperatures Mark Germany's 2025 Spring
Germany's spring 2025 was the third sunniest since 1951, but also one of the driest since 1881, with only 96 liters of rain per square meter nationwide, causing low river levels, wildfire risks, and agricultural concerns; the northeast was particularly affected, receiving only around 40 liters.
Record-Low Rainfall and High Temperatures Mark Germany's 2025 Spring
Germany's spring 2025 was the third sunniest since 1951, but also one of the driest since 1881, with only 96 liters of rain per square meter nationwide, causing low river levels, wildfire risks, and agricultural concerns; the northeast was particularly affected, receiving only around 40 liters.
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UK Saltmarshes: Vital Carbon Sinks Facing Urgent Conservation Needs
A WWF report reveals that UK saltmarshes, vital carbon sinks, have been significantly reduced (85% loss since 1860) due to agricultural conversion, emphasizing the urgent need for their restoration and inclusion in national carbon accounting to mitigate climate change and protect biodiversity.
UK Saltmarshes: Vital Carbon Sinks Facing Urgent Conservation Needs
A WWF report reveals that UK saltmarshes, vital carbon sinks, have been significantly reduced (85% loss since 1860) due to agricultural conversion, emphasizing the urgent need for their restoration and inclusion in national carbon accounting to mitigate climate change and protect biodiversity.
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UK Moorland Fire Monitoring System Improves Air Pollution Detection
Researchers launched FireUp, a system combining satellite and 10 ground sensors, to monitor moorland fires in the Peak District after a prescribed burn on October 9th, 2023, caused significant air pollution in Sheffield. Community reporting and data triangulation pinpoint fire locations and pollutio...
UK Moorland Fire Monitoring System Improves Air Pollution Detection
Researchers launched FireUp, a system combining satellite and 10 ground sensors, to monitor moorland fires in the Peak District after a prescribed burn on October 9th, 2023, caused significant air pollution in Sheffield. Community reporting and data triangulation pinpoint fire locations and pollutio...
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Painting the Cosmos": Sun's Rhythms, Cultural Diversity, and STEM Inclusion
Dr. Nia Imara's "Painting the Cosmos" blends science and art, highlighting how the sun's rhythms have influenced diverse cultures, from enslaved West Africans' funeral rites to contemporary art, while advocating for diversity in STEM through her non-profit Onaketa.
Painting the Cosmos": Sun's Rhythms, Cultural Diversity, and STEM Inclusion
Dr. Nia Imara's "Painting the Cosmos" blends science and art, highlighting how the sun's rhythms have influenced diverse cultures, from enslaved West Africans' funeral rites to contemporary art, while advocating for diversity in STEM through her non-profit Onaketa.
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German Solar Expansion: Biodiversity Impacts of Expanding Photovoltaic Capacity
Germany's 187-megawatt Weesow-Willmersdorf solar park highlights the country's push to increase photovoltaic capacity to 215 gigawatts by 2030 under the Renewable Energy Act (EEG), transforming farmland into solar energy sites with both positive and negative impacts on biodiversity.
German Solar Expansion: Biodiversity Impacts of Expanding Photovoltaic Capacity
Germany's 187-megawatt Weesow-Willmersdorf solar park highlights the country's push to increase photovoltaic capacity to 215 gigawatts by 2030 under the Renewable Energy Act (EEG), transforming farmland into solar energy sites with both positive and negative impacts on biodiversity.
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Mount Spurr Earthquake Surge Renews Eruption Fears
Increased seismic activity at Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano, reaching 100 earthquakes per week, has raised eruption concerns, prompting officials to monitor the situation closely and Anchorage residents to prepare for a potential eruption.
Mount Spurr Earthquake Surge Renews Eruption Fears
Increased seismic activity at Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano, reaching 100 earthquakes per week, has raised eruption concerns, prompting officials to monitor the situation closely and Anchorage residents to prepare for a potential eruption.
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48% Bias Score
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