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The Man in the Moon gets a new scar
I have to confess, despite spending years gazing at the night sky, telescope at the ready, tracking planets and hunting for deep sky objects, I only actually saw the Man in the Moon about five years ago. There I was, exploring lunar maria and highland regions, and I'd somehow
What do we know about climate change? How do we know it? And where are we headed?
The 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (sometimes referred to as COP30) is taking place in Brazil.
Just follow orders or obey the law? What US troops told us about refusing illegal commands
As the Trump administration carries out what many observers say are illegal military strikes against vessels in the Caribbean allegedly smuggling drugs, six Democratic members of Congress issued a video on Nov. 18, 2025, telling the military "You can refuse illegal orders" and
New nasal nanodrops wipe out brain tumors in mice
A new nasal-delivered nanotherapy shows promise against aggressive glioblastoma tumors. By activating the STING immune pathway using gold-core spherical nucleic acids, researchers were able to reach the brain without invasive surgery. When paired with drugs that boost T-cell
The surprising reason bees replace their queens
Worker bees stage coordinated revolts when viral infections weaken their queen and lower her pheromone output. This disruption drives many of the queen failures that beekeepers struggle with today. Field trials show that synthetic pheromone blends can prevent untimely
Engineered microbes could tackle climate change, if we ensure it's done safely
As the climate crisis accelerates, there's a desperate need to rapidly reduce carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere, both by slashing emissions and by pulling carbon out of the air.
AI detects a secret lion roar no one knew existed
Scientists have uncovered a surprising second type of lion roar, using AI to decode vocal signatures with remarkable precision. This breakthrough sheds new light on how lions communicate and offers a powerful new tool for conservationists racing to protect shrinking populations.
When did kissing evolve? Did humans and Neanderthals smooch?
If I asked you to imagine your dream snog, chances are it wouldn't be with a Neanderthal; burly and hirsute as they may be. However, my team's new research suggests that these squat beefcakes might have been right up your ancestors' street.
Hidden copper switch supercharges green ammonia production
Researchers discovered that copper oxide catalysts form metallic copper mid-reaction, triggering a dramatic boost in ammonia output. The insight offers a roadmap for designing cleaner, more efficient ammonia-production technologies.
New research measures how much plastic is lethal for marine life
Marine animals inevitably eat what we toss in the ocean, including pervasive plastics—but how much is too much?
Neanderthal women and children were the victims of selective cannibalism at Goyet, study reveals
The study of an assemblage of Neanderthal human bones discovered in the Troisième caverne of Goyet (Belgium) has brought to light selective cannibalistic behavior primarily targeting female adults and children between 41,000 and 45,000 years ago.
Our Solar System is racing through space 3x faster than we thought
New measurements of radio galaxies reveal that the solar system is racing through the universe at over three times the speed predicted by standard cosmology. Using highly sensitive data from multiple radio telescope arrays, researchers uncovered a surprisingly strong dipole
Hydrogenases spill the beans: Key catalytic moves revealed
Hydrogenases catalyze the reversible splitting and production of hydrogen gas (H2), using complex catalytic cofactors comprising Earth-abundant nickel and/or iron ions. These enzymes, especially the [NiFe]-hydrogenases (fig. 1), are remarkably efficient, making them inspiring
Stem cell therapy helps AMD patients see again
A first-of-its-kind trial is testing adult stem cell transplants for advanced dry macular degeneration. Early results show the treatment is safe and can significantly improve vision, even in severely affected patients. Participants gained measurable sight improvements in the
The Paris Climate Agreement Is Turning 10—These 5 Charts Show What Progress We’ve Made
The 2015 Paris Agreement forged a path for the world to stave off the worst climate change scenarios. Here’s where we stand 10 years later
The five great forests that keep North America’s birds alive
Migratory birds that fill North American forests with spring songs depend on Central America’s Five Great Forests far more than most people realize. New research shows these tropical strongholds shelter enormous shares of species like Wood Thrushes, Cerulean Warblers, and
Ancient Maya game board with unique mosaic design discovered in Guatemala
Centuries before Monopoly, there was Patolli, a high-stakes Mesoamerican game of strategy and luck where players wagered crops and wealth as they raced their opponents around a cross-shaped board.
Quantum ground states: Scalable counterdiabatic driving technique enables reliable and rapid preparation
Quantum ground states are the states at which quantum systems have the minimum possible energy. Quantum computers are increasingly being used to analyze the ground states of interesting systems, which could in turn inform the design of new materials, chemical compounds,
Do Brain-Decoding Devices Threaten People's Privacy?
Ethicists say AI-powered advances will threaten the autonomy of people who use neurotechnology
Sustainable pastoralism is an asset, not a threat, in stemming biodiversity loss
A new analysis published in the journal BioScience challenges conventional conservation approaches by demonstrating that traditional livestock grazing on rangelands represents a crucial but often overlooked strategy for protecting global biodiversity.
Wild hogs have been spotted near three North Texas neighborhoods: Here's what to know
Wild hogs were spotted in Coppell and in two neighborhoods in Roanoke last week, officials said.
Belief in divine intervention shapes consumer reactions to corporate crimes and punishments
A company dumps toxic chemicals into a river to save money. Around the same time, a major storm strikes and causes damage to that same company. Is it just a coincidence? According to new research from Andrew Gershoff, professor of marketing at Texas McCombs, the answer might
Tea leaf experiments suggest tropical forests may better withstand climate change
Researchers at Northern Arizona University and the Smithsonian found an unconventional method to understand how rainforests will survive with climate change—making tea with living leaves at the top of the rainforest canopy.
A historic year for U.S. science
Nancy Shute, Editor in Chief, discusses big advances across science in 2025 as well as the assault on science by the Trump administration.
Scientists track recent solar flare disruptions in Earth's ionosphere
As this month's string of powerful X-class solar flares sparked brilliant auroras that lit up skies across an unusually wide swath of the globe—from northern Europe to Florida—researchers at NJIT's Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research (CSTR) captured a less visible, but
When trade routes shift, so do clouds: Researchers uncover ripple effects of new global shipping regulations
When militia attacks disrupted shipping lanes in the Red Sea, few imagined the ripple effects would reach the clouds over the South Atlantic. But for Florida State University atmospheric scientist Michael Diamond, the rerouting of cargo ships offered a rare opportunity to
Machine learning model sharpens snowfall forecasts for the Mountain West
The varied topography of the Western United States—a patchwork of valleys and mountains, basins and plateaus—results in minutely localized weather. Accordingly, snowfall forecasts for the mountain West often suffer from a lack of precision, with predictions provided as broad
Metasurfaces etched into 2D crystals boost nonlinear optical effects at nanoscale
In January, a team led by Jim Schuck, professor of mechanical engineering at Columbia Engineering, developed a method for creating entangled photon pairs, a critical component of emerging quantum technologies, using a crystalline device just 3.4 micrometers thick.
Home buyers are overpaying mortgage fees. Shopping around can help.
A new study reveals that most U.S. home buyers are overpaying mortgage fees, a market totaling more than $13 billion a year.
Lab-grown diamond coatings shown to prevent mineral scale in industrial pipes
In industrial pipes, mineral deposits build up the way limescale collects inside a kettle ⎯ only on a far larger and more expensive scale. Mineral scaling is a major issue in water and energy systems, where it slows flow, strains equipment and drives up costs.
When gifts sting: Self-improvement presents may spark backlash and bad reviews
New research from FIU Business shows that well-intended presents like weight-loss teas or gym memberships can unintentionally send the wrong message—and ultimately trigger negative online reviews that hurt brands.
Info to decipher secret message in Kryptos sculpture at CIA headquarters sells for close to $1M
The information needed to decipher the last remaining unsolved secret message embedded within a sculpture at CIA headquarters in Virginia sold at auction for nearly $1 million, the auction house announced Friday.
Fossils reveal a massive shark that ruled Australia in dinosaur times
Around 115 million years ago, northern Australia’s seas hosted a colossal shark that rewrites what we thought we knew about early ocean predators. New fossil discoveries show that modern-type sharks were experimenting with gigantic sizes far earlier than scientists believed,
Choking during sex is common among young adults, but the risks are poorly understood
Choking during sex has moved from the margins to the mainstream for many young adults, but the risks have not changed. New research shows how common the practice has become, and how confused many people are about what makes it dangerous.
Rapid fault healing could rewrite earthquake physics
Scientists discovered that deep earthquake faults can heal far faster than expected, sometimes within hours. Slow slip events in Cascadia reveal repeated fault movements that only make sense if the fault quickly regains strength. Lab experiments show that mineral grains can
The mystery of volcanoes that don’t explode finally has an answer
Scientists have uncovered a long-missing piece of the volcanic puzzle: rising magma doesn’t just form explosive gas bubbles when pressure drops—it can do so simply by being sheared and “kneaded” inside a volcano’s conduit. These shear forces can trigger early bubble growth,
Historic Colorado River deal to conserve flows advances after winning key approval from state water board
A yearslong effort to purchase two of the most powerful water rights on the Colorado River has cleared another hurdle after the state water board agreed to manage the rights alongside Western Slope water officials.
What does climate adaptation actually mean? An expert explains
When climate change is discussed, whether at UN climate summits, in company boardrooms or in the media, the focus is often on mitigation (cutting greenhouse gas emissions to achieve net zero). Adaptation, the practical steps to prepare for the consequences of a changing
Just a few cigarettes a day can damage your heart for decades
People who smoke only a couple of cigarettes a day still face surprisingly high risks of heart problems and early death. A large review of long-term studies shows that even very light smokers can see their risk of heart failure climb sharply. While quitting leads to major
Scientists reveal a hidden hormone switch for learning
Researchers uncovered how estrogen subtly reshapes learning by strengthening dopamine reward signals in the brain. Rats learned faster when estrogen levels were high and struggled when the hormone’s activity was blocked. The findings help explain how hormonal cycles influence
New evidence shows tirzepatide and semaglutide strongly protect the heart
A massive real-world study comparing tirzepatide and semaglutide reveals both drugs deliver strong, early cardiovascular protection—reducing heart attack, stroke, and death in adults with type 2 diabetes. While companies have claimed large differences favoring their own
Some Cockroaches Like to Cuddle, Too
It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity The post Some Cockroaches Like to Cuddle, Too appeared first on Nautilus .
These Neanderthals May Have Eaten Their Enemies
And it could be our fault The post These Neanderthals May Have Eaten Their Enemies appeared first on Nautilus .
Seeing a Superhero on the Subway Makes People More Likely to Surrender Their Seats
You might be on your best behavior with the Dark Knight or Superman watching, too The post Seeing a Superhero on the Subway Makes People More Likely to Surrender Their Seats appeared first on Nautilus .
The Math Shows Jackson Pollock Painted Like a Child Would
And that might be what made the artist so famous The post The Math Shows Jackson Pollock Painted Like a Child Would appeared first on Nautilus .
What Blind Cave Fish and Venomous Snails Can Teach Us about Diabetes
Studies of insulin, blood sugar and diabetes in other animals such as fish and dogs have already saved millions of lives and could lead to new treatments for type 1 and type 2 diabetes.