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New Hydrothermal Vents and Diverse Marine Life Discovered in South Sandwich Islands
An international team of scientists aboard the research vessel Falkor discovered hydrothermal vents, coral gardens, and potentially numerous new marine species in the South Sandwich Islands near Antarctica during a 35-day expedition, highlighting the region's unique biodiversity and geological activ...
New Hydrothermal Vents and Diverse Marine Life Discovered in South Sandwich Islands
An international team of scientists aboard the research vessel Falkor discovered hydrothermal vents, coral gardens, and potentially numerous new marine species in the South Sandwich Islands near Antarctica during a 35-day expedition, highlighting the region's unique biodiversity and geological activ...
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New Bacteria Species Found on Tiangong Space Station
A new bacteria species, Niallia tiangongensis, has been discovered on the Chinese Tiangong space station; this bacteria, related to an Earth-based soil bacterium, exhibits adaptations to survive in space, highlighting concerns for astronaut health on long-duration missions.
New Bacteria Species Found on Tiangong Space Station
A new bacteria species, Niallia tiangongensis, has been discovered on the Chinese Tiangong space station; this bacteria, related to an Earth-based soil bacterium, exhibits adaptations to survive in space, highlighting concerns for astronaut health on long-duration missions.
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HSV-1 Infection Linked to Increased Alzheimer's Risk, Antivirals Show Potential Protective Effect
A study of 344,628 individuals over 50, diagnosed with Alzheimer's between 2006 and 2021, revealed an 80% increased Alzheimer's risk for those with HSV-1, but antiviral use reduced this risk by 17%.
HSV-1 Infection Linked to Increased Alzheimer's Risk, Antivirals Show Potential Protective Effect
A study of 344,628 individuals over 50, diagnosed with Alzheimer's between 2006 and 2021, revealed an 80% increased Alzheimer's risk for those with HSV-1, but antiviral use reduced this risk by 17%.
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CRISPR Gene Editing Shows Promise in Treating Rare Infant Disorder
A six-month-old American baby with severe carbamoyl phosphate synthetase 1 (CPS1) deficiency, a rare genetic disorder affecting approximately one in a million infants, received a custom CRISPR gene-editing therapy resulting in a reduction of medication dependency and improved health.
CRISPR Gene Editing Shows Promise in Treating Rare Infant Disorder
A six-month-old American baby with severe carbamoyl phosphate synthetase 1 (CPS1) deficiency, a rare genetic disorder affecting approximately one in a million infants, received a custom CRISPR gene-editing therapy resulting in a reduction of medication dependency and improved health.
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30 DNA Regions Linked to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Risk
An international study identified 30 DNA regions linked to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) risk, analyzing 53,660 cases and over 2 million controls, revealing 249 associated genes (25 strongly linked); future research will focus on diverse populations and developing new treatments.
30 DNA Regions Linked to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Risk
An international study identified 30 DNA regions linked to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) risk, analyzing 53,660 cases and over 2 million controls, revealing 249 associated genes (25 strongly linked); future research will focus on diverse populations and developing new treatments.
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Japanese Mathematician Wins Prestigious Abel Prize, Raises Concerns About Japan's Math Education
Japanese mathematician Masaki Kashiwara won the 2024 Abel Prize for his contributions to algebraic analysis and representation theory, highlighting Norway's emphasis on math education while expressing concerns about Japan's system.
Japanese Mathematician Wins Prestigious Abel Prize, Raises Concerns About Japan's Math Education
Japanese mathematician Masaki Kashiwara won the 2024 Abel Prize for his contributions to algebraic analysis and representation theory, highlighting Norway's emphasis on math education while expressing concerns about Japan's system.
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Global Adolescent Health Crisis: 1.1 Billion Youth at Risk by 2030
A Lancet Commission report reveals that by 2030, over half of the world's adolescents (nearly 1.1 billion aged 10-24) will live in countries with high rates of preventable health problems like HIV, early pregnancies, depression, and poor nutrition, while obesity and mental health issues are also ris...
Global Adolescent Health Crisis: 1.1 Billion Youth at Risk by 2030
A Lancet Commission report reveals that by 2030, over half of the world's adolescents (nearly 1.1 billion aged 10-24) will live in countries with high rates of preventable health problems like HIV, early pregnancies, depression, and poor nutrition, while obesity and mental health issues are also ris...
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NIH Funding Cuts Halt Spanish Research Projects
The US National Institutes of Health (NIH) abruptly cut funding to foreign research groups, including several Spanish projects studying HIV and gene mapping, citing national security and transparency concerns, jeopardizing ongoing studies and highlighting Europe's research funding reliance on the US...
NIH Funding Cuts Halt Spanish Research Projects
The US National Institutes of Health (NIH) abruptly cut funding to foreign research groups, including several Spanish projects studying HIV and gene mapping, citing national security and transparency concerns, jeopardizing ongoing studies and highlighting Europe's research funding reliance on the US...
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Delhi Launches Four-Year Tree Census to Combat Deforestation
The Indian Institute of Forest Research is conducting a four-year tree census in Delhi's capital region, costing 44.3 million rupees (~€455,800), to combat illegal deforestation and aid climate change mitigation efforts, per a recent Supreme Court order.
Delhi Launches Four-Year Tree Census to Combat Deforestation
The Indian Institute of Forest Research is conducting a four-year tree census in Delhi's capital region, costing 44.3 million rupees (~€455,800), to combat illegal deforestation and aid climate change mitigation efforts, per a recent Supreme Court order.
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Antarctica's Active Volcano: Science and Risk on Deception Island
Deception Island's volcano, located in Antarctica, erupted in 1967, destroying a Chilean military base; today, a Spanish research base monitors the active volcano, supporting scientists while facing similar risks amid increasing tourism.
Antarctica's Active Volcano: Science and Risk on Deception Island
Deception Island's volcano, located in Antarctica, erupted in 1967, destroying a Chilean military base; today, a Spanish research base monitors the active volcano, supporting scientists while facing similar risks amid increasing tourism.
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Germany to Allocate €687 Million to Research Clusters, Impacting "Excellence University" Status
Germany will announce €687 million in annual funding for 57 research clusters crucial for universities to achieve the "Excellence University" title, with the federal government covering 75%, impacting competition for researchers and students and potentially influencing university rankings.
Germany to Allocate €687 Million to Research Clusters, Impacting "Excellence University" Status
Germany will announce €687 million in annual funding for 57 research clusters crucial for universities to achieve the "Excellence University" title, with the federal government covering 75%, impacting competition for researchers and students and potentially influencing university rankings.
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Death of Jacob Palis: A Loss for Global Mathematics
Brazilian mathematician Jacob Palis died on May 7th in Rio de Janeiro; his leadership at IMPA and collaborations significantly advanced mathematics globally, particularly in chaos theory, influencing future research and mentorship.
Death of Jacob Palis: A Loss for Global Mathematics
Brazilian mathematician Jacob Palis died on May 7th in Rio de Janeiro; his leadership at IMPA and collaborations significantly advanced mathematics globally, particularly in chaos theory, influencing future research and mentorship.
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