Science

Molecular Biologist James D. Watson, Co-Discoverer of DNA Structure, Dies at 97

James D. Watson, known for discovering DNA's double-helix, dies at 97. His legacy is marked by scientific triumph and controversial remarks.

#jamesdwatson, #dna, #molecularbiology, #genetics, #sciencelegacy

MIT Engineers Develop Revolutionary 3D-Printable Aluminum Alloy

MIT engineers create a 3D-printable alloy five times stronger than standard aluminum, offering breakthroughs in aerospace and automotive industries.

#mit, #3dprinting, #aluminumalloy, #materialsscience

UNEP Report Warns of Insufficient Climate Pledges, Calls for Urgent Action

Global emissions rising; urgent climate action needed to meet 1.5°C goal, UNEP report reveals.

#climatechange, #unep, #globalwarming, #emissions, #parisagreement

Discovery of Neuroprotective Microglia Subtype Offers New Hope for Alzheimer's Treatment

Study identifies protective brain cells, opening new therapeutic pathways for Alzheimer's disease.

#alzheimers, #microglia, #neuroscience, #therapy, #disease

Ancient Tool-Making Tradition Discovered in Kenyan Site Dating Back Up to 2.75 Million Years

Archaeologists unearth a 2.75 million-year-old site in Kenya, revealing early humans' consistent tool-making tradition despite environmental challenges.

#archaeology, #earlyhumans, #stoneage, #kenya, #science

UNEP Emissions Gap Report Warns of Imminent 1.5°C Global Warming Threshold Breach

The UNEP report warns of exceeding the 1.5°C warming threshold within a decade, urging urgent global emissions reductions.

#climatechange, #emissions, #unep, #parisagreement

6-Million-Year-Old Ice Discovered in Antarctica, Shedding Light on Earth’s Ancient Climate

Scientists discover 6-million-year-old ice in Antarctica, providing new insights into Earth's ancient climate through preserved air samples.

#science, #antarctica, #climatechange, #paleoclimatology

Northwestern University's Breakthrough in Nanomedicine Revolutionizes Cancer Treatment

Researchers at Northwestern University enhance chemo drug efficacy 20,000-fold using nanotechnology, offering new hope for cancer patients.

#nanotechnology, #cancer, #chemotherapy, #nanomedicine, #northwesternuniversity

MIT Researchers Develop Groundbreaking Circulatronics for Non-Invasive Neurological Treatment

MIT's circulatronics offer non-invasive brain treatments, targeting conditions like Alzheimer's without surgery. Ethical questions arise.

#science, #neurological, #circulatronics, #MIT, #neuromodulation

OECD Climate Action Monitor: 2030 Emission Pledges Fall Short of Paris Agreement Goals

OECD's 2025 report urges more ambitious climate pledges to meet net-zero targets amid growing environment hazards.

#oecd, #climatechange, #parisagreement, #emissions, #environment

New Study Challenges Accelerating Universe: Dark Energy May Be Weakening

Study suggests the universe's expansion may be slowing, challenging our understanding of dark energy and cosmic dynamics.

#universe, #darkenergy, #cosmology, #astronomy

UNEP Report Warns Climate Pledges Fall Short of Paris Goals

Global climate pledges risk 2.3-2.5°C rise by 2100, UNEP report reveals, urging urgent emission cuts to meet Paris Agreement.

#climatechange, #unep, #emissionsgap, #parisagreement

NASA Contracts Katalyst Space Technologies for Swift Observatory Orbit Boost

NASA awards $30M contract to Katalyst for Swift Observatory's orbit boost, a key commercial satellite servicing mission.

#nasa, #space, #satellites, #technology

Neuroscientists Identify Neurons That May Unlock New Treatments for Anxiety and Social Deficits

Researchers pinpoint neurons in the amygdala linked to anxiety, paving the way for precise neural therapies.

#neuroscience, #anxiety, #neuraltherapies, #research, #emotionaldisorders

Breakthrough in Battle Against Superbugs: New Antibiotic Pre-methylenomycin C Lactone Discovered

New antibiotic discovery at Warwick and Monash Universities shows promise against MRSA, VRE, marking a leap in combating antimicrobial resistance.

#antimicrobialresistance, #antibiotics, #superbugs, #healthcare, #science