An international team of astronomers recently conducted multiwavelength observations of a fascinating variable star designated Gaia22ayj, whose properties have been…
Software Enables Dynamic Visualization of 3D Biological Structures
Researchers have recently made a significant advancement in imaging technology that is poised to revolutionize our understanding of the complexities…
Researchers Uncover How DNA Repair Influences Cancer Cell Death After Radiotherapy
Scientists at the Children’s Medical Research Institute (CMRI) have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of cancer research that…
Zika Virus Hijacks Brain Protein to Cause Microcephaly
The Zika virus, transmitted primarily by mosquitoes, gained international attention due to its association with microcephaly, a severe birth defect…
AC Access Crucial in Wildfire Smoke Protection
People living in areas with limited access to air conditioning (AC) may face an increased risk of emergency health care…
Ancient Humans Feasted on Giant Elephants in India
During the late middle Pleistocene, between 300 and 400 thousand years ago, at least three ancient elephant relatives died near…
Hallucinogens Found in Ancient Egyptian “Magic” Mug
A groundbreaking discovery made by a University of South Florida (USF) professor has shed new light on ancient Egyptian practices,…
Archaeologists Unearth Bronze Cannon Linked to Coronado’s 16th-Century Expedition
In a fascinating archaeological development, independent researchers in Arizona have uncovered a bronze cannon linked to the famous Vázquez de…
Evidence of Long-Term Embalming Practices Found in 16th-17th Century French Aristocratic Family
In a remarkable discovery that challenges our previous understanding of ancient embalming practices, a team of bioarchaeologists from the Austrian…
Exploring the Success of Europe’s First Mega Settlements
The U.N.’s Human Development Index (HDI), a widely recognized measure for evaluating human well-being and quality of life across nations,…
Roman Soldiers Recycled Armor on the Frontier
The discovery of a 14kg hoard of mail armor near the Roman legionary fortress of Bonn, Germany, has provided researchers…
Early Humans and Neanderthals in Europe
The complex story of human evolution reveals an intricate web of migration, interaction, and interbreeding across continents. The migration of…
7,000 Years of Interbreeding with Neanderthals
A new and more precise analysis of DNA from ancient modern humans in Europe and Asia has provided groundbreaking insights…
Archaeological Evidence of a Brutal Massacre at Charterhouse Warren
The discovery of over 3,000 human bones and bone fragments at Charterhouse Warren, a site dating back to the Early…
No Cleopatra Sister: Boy’s Remains Found in Ephesos Tomb
In 1929, an archaeological discovery in Ephesos, an ancient city in modern-day Turkey, set off a series of speculations and…
New Approach to Detect Dark Matter Using Earth’s Ionosphere
Dark matter, an unseen substance that makes up the majority of the universe’s mass, remains one of the most intriguing…
Study Reveals Brain Mechanism That May Explain Beethoven’s Musical Genius
Ludwig van Beethoven’s hearing loss presents a remarkable tale of human resilience and adaptability. Known as one of the greatest…
Study Reveals Primary Cilia Dysfunction as a Potential Contributor to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a life-altering and often devastating neurodegenerative disease that primarily targets motor neurons, which are the…
Researchers Create Whole-Brain Atlas to Map Connections for Motor Control
Signals transmitted from the brain to motor neurons are crucial for the initiation and control of muscle movement. While the…
Researchers Discover Underactive mTOR Pathway in Lissencephaly
Lissencephaly is a rare and severe brain malformation that can disrupt normal neurological function in individuals who suffer from it.…