Climate change is speeding up. It's not just getting warmer; it's getting warmer faster. The past few years have seen record-breaking temperatures. A big study in June showed that the average global temperature is now rising by 0. 27 degrees Celsius every ten years. That's almost 50% faster than it
Alyssa Tapley was just 13 when doctors told her she had a rare form of leukemia and that they had run out of treatment options. But a breakthrough in gene editing, funded by federal grants, saved her life. Today, at 16, she is cancer-free. This success story highlights the importance of university r
China is making big moves in the world of longevity science. The country's leaders and researchers are seriously interested in extending human life. This isn't just about living longer, but also about improving health and quality of life as people age. The idea of living to 150 or even forever migh
Rugby is a game of power and speed. Players need both brute force and quick, explosive movements. But which one matters more? Is it the sheer strength to overpower opponents or the ability to move fast and strong at the same time? This is a big question for coaches and players. Researchers dug into
Rhea Seehorn is stepping into a new character that's quite different from her previous roles. In the sci-fi series Pluribus, she plays Carol, a novelist who's not your typical hero. This show, which started on Apple TV, is about a world where most people are happy because of a virus. But there are 1
Neil deGrasse Tyson, a famous astrophysicist, has a unique way of explaining science. He makes complex ideas simple and fun. This skill didn't come naturally. He worked hard to make science interesting for everyone. Tyson's journey started at the Hayden Planetarium in New York City. As a kid, he wa
The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, led by Mark Zuckerberg and Dr. Priscilla Chan, has shifted its focus to science and artificial intelligence. The organization is now concentrating on A. I. and scientific research, led by a network of research centers called Biohub. It has also acquired the team of an
T-Minus Zero Entertainment, a game development studio that was once part of NetEase, has found new life. The studio, which was shut down in September, has been brought back to life by its original founders and a group of experienced game developers. This team includes industry veterans who have work
Medical schools rely heavily on donated human bodies. These bodies are essential for teaching anatomy and surgical skills. Yet, there's a significant gap between the number of bodies needed and those available. Donated bodies help medical students understand the human body. They also allow doctors
In the world of materials science, there's a new kid on the block that's causing quite a stir. This isn't your average material; it's a fibrous aerogel that's as light as a feather and tough as nails. Imagine a material that can handle temperatures hot enough to melt most things, yet is so light it
