Research
Team uncovers secret of fungi that eats charcoal
Team uncovers secret of fungi that eats charcoal New research reveals the genetic secrets behind fungi’s ability to thrive in charred environments, including their unique methods of digesting charcoal. Fungi have evolved three main ways to break down charcoal: gene duplication, sexual reproduction, and horizontal gene transfer from bacteria, allowing them to survive and even […]
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Space Station Research Contributes to Artemis II
Space Station Research Contributes to Artemis II NASA’s International Space Station (ISS) plays a crucial role in advancing human space exploration by conducting research and testing technologies ahead of time. The ISS has contributed to the development of life support and safety systems for the Orion spacecraft, which will carry four astronauts around the Moon […]
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Shrews shrink their brains and bodies to get through winter
Shrews shrink their brains and bodies to get through winter Two new studies have shed light on how shrews adapt to winter by shrinking their brains and bodies through a process called Dehnel’s phenomenon. The research, conducted by Stony Brook University researchers, reveals genetic and biological changes that occur in shrews during this process, including […]
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Schools are increasingly telling students they must put their phones away – Ohio’s example shows mixed results following new bans
Schools are increasingly telling students they must put their phones away – Ohio’s example shows mixed results following new bans 29 states have passed laws requiring K-12 public schools to enforce bans or strict limits on students using their cellphones on campus, with approximately 77% of public schools now forbidding students from having their phones […]
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RNA is key to the dark matter of the genome − scientists are sequencing it to illuminate human health and disease
RNA is key to the dark matter of the genome − scientists are sequencing it to illuminate human health and disease RNA plays a crucial role in regulating the genome and generating cell diversity, making it a key player in human health and disease. The majority of DNA (about 98%) does not code for proteins, […]
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Is there a link between viral infection and ALS?
Is there a link between viral infection and ALS? Researchers have identified a specific type of mouse (CC023 strain) that responds to a viral infection in a way similar to humans with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), providing a new animal model for studying the disease. The study found that the initial viral infection triggers an […]
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How young adults recall early adversity shifts based on relationships now
How young adults recall early adversity shifts based on relationships now Young adults’ recall of early adversity shifts based on their current relationships, particularly with parents. A study tracking nearly 1,000 emerging adults found that reports of childhood adversity remained stable, but fluctuated over time based on relationship quality. When people reported more support and […]
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Grants
Grants NASA has established the National Space Grant College and Fellowship (NSSC) to streamline and simplify grants and cooperative agreements, aiming for efficient and effective service, improved data quality, standardized processes, and economies of scale. To submit a grant status request, visit the NASA General Information Request Form, complete the form, and provide either a […]
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ChatGPT’s deep research tool adds a built-in document viewer so you can read its reports
ChatGPT’s deep research tool adds a built-in document viewer so you can read its reports OpenAI is updating ChatGPT’s deep research tool to include a full-screen document viewer. The built-in viewer allows users to scroll through and navigate to specific areas of AI-generated reports. The update includes a table of contents on the left side […]
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Young cancer survivors age faster
Young cancer survivors age faster Young cancer survivors age faster than their peers who did not have cancer, according to a new study published in Nature Communications. The study found that accelerated aging occurs both at the cellular level and in brain function, such as memory, attention, and ability to process information. Cancer survivors may […]
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