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How autumn changes animal sexual behavior—including that of humans
In the Northern Hemisphere, days are getting shorter and temperatures are dropping—autumn has arrived. A common sign that winter is coming is trees losing their leaves. But did yo…
Elusive uranium 'sandwich' molecule isolated after more than 50 years
In a study published in Nature Communications, researchers from The University of Manchester and Lancaster University have isolated and characterized uranocenium, the positively c…
Never finishing the fight: Where did Xbox go wrong with Halo?
After a failed soft reboot and a remake of the original, the Halo universe is facing yet another major creative shift. But has Xbox learned any lessons this time?
Tinned mackerel, hand-crank radios and bags for poo: crisis-prepping guides around the world
UK allies have long urged people to stockpile supplies for a crisis. How are people from France to Australia being advised to prepare?The UK has told people to fill their pantries…
Artemis I: Crystals of experimental detectors record radiation doses near the moon
Do cosmic radiation doses near the moon differ significantly from those received by astronauts in low Earth orbit? Experimental lithium fluoride detectors, installed aboard the Or…
Martin Rowson on the approval of the Jackdaw gasfield – cartoon
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DNA programs a cell-free material to build its own motors and move
Researchers have created a material that manufactures the proteins responsible for cell movement, without needing intact living cells. By embedding cell-free gene expression into …
Mapping the cell: International research team investigates the endoplasmic reticulum
Human cells contain billions of molecules. To prevent complete chaos, these molecules and the reactions between them are organized within structures known as organelles. One of th…
Pedal to the metal: NASA's Psyche heads toward asteroid belt
With a successful Mars gravity assist in its rearview mirror, NASA's Psyche spacecraft has fired up its thrusters and is accelerating toward the metal-rich asteroid of the same na…
NASA's Hubble charts path for Roman with gravitational lenses
A sweeping barred spiral galaxy marks the spot in this image, but the real treasure is the gravitational lens in the lower-right corner, where a distant background galaxy is being…
What makes glass good at conducting heat? Sound holds the key
Glass can keep a drink safely contained, protect a smartphone screen, or serve as a foundation for electronic components. But when it comes to controlling heat, this familiar mate…
How to speak whale: AI uses eight to ten click sequences to predict sperm whales' feeding dives
Arriving on the Caribbean island of Dominica for the first time "feels a little bit like stepping into Jurassic Park," said Giovanni Petri, a professor in the Network Science Inst…
From 'gentle' and 'graceful' to the 'cane toad of the sky': How Australia turned on the common myna
The common myna is sometimes referred to as "Australia's most hated bird." Originally from South and Central Asia, the introduced species from the starling family is abundant, rau…
Private Griffin moon lander gets put to the test | Space photo of the day for Oct. 23, 2026
The robotic Griffin lunar lander has passed a host of critical tests ahead of its first-ever moon mission, which is scheduled to launch later this year.
A quick squeeze helps CRISPR turn skin cells into neurons more efficiently
Human cells hold about two meters (6.6 feet) of DNA, folded and compacted to fit inside a nucleus. That packing is essential for life, but it creates a problem for scientists. Som…
Time to tap into agriculture's hidden genetic potential
Modern agriculture's selective breeding of crops for particular requirements may now be a roadblock to further gains, prompting a trio of senior University of Queensland plant sci…
Experiment shows when quantum 'cat' states stop bouncing back
Quantum systems can occupy superpositions, quantum states that combine different possibilities. For instance, a microwave field can be prepared in a superposition of an empty stat…
Study finds lower rates of overweight among vegan-fed cats
A large-scale survey has found cats fed vegan diets had lower rates of obesity and related health problems than those fed conventional meat-based diets.
The world's most expensive spice could provide a lifeline to Colorado farmers
Alexander the Great, king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon, reportedly bathed in saffron to heal his battle wounds. Doctors once prescribed this rare plant as a treatment f…
The US west has lost nearly 300 glaciers since the 1960s. Climate crisis is drastically shrinking what’s left
At the midpoint of the last century the region had 1,450 glaciers and a new study reveals the extent of losses Continue reading...
'Stupendously large black holes' aren't a major component of dark matter, study finds
Black holes more massive than entire galaxies are not a major component of dark matter, the mysterious stuff that's thought to make up most of the matter in the cosmos, a new stud…
Hide-and-seek for treats offers a new window into cognitive decline in dogs
It is tough to watch a dog deal with issues associated with aging. A senior dog that gets lost at home or starts showing more anxiety may be exhibiting signs of dementia. But by t…
What is red crown rot? Expert explains emerging soybean pathogen
Red crown rot, a fungal disease of soybean, is not new to the Midwest. First reported in Illinois in 2018, the disease is now surging across the state and the region. Boris Camile…
Rocket Lab launches 3 'Hawk' satellites to orbit to gather signals intelligence
Rocket Lab launched a trio of private signals-intelligence satellites to orbit today (Oct. 21), the 19th mission of the year for the California-based company.