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Scientists Were Amazed to Find a Marine Species that Can Destroy a Major Human Threat

For decades, plastic has posed one of the greatest environmental threats to the planet. It builds up in oceans, harms marine life, and can take hundreds of years to break down—particularly durable varieties like polyurethane. Now, however, scientists have been stunned by a new finding: a marine species capable of degrading this very type of […]

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The Liquid Robot Functions Similarly to a Living Cell

Applied Science, Robotics / Ana Manuel

A key trait of living organisms lies in their cells, which can divide, adapt, and carry out vital functions for the body. Inspired by this, scientists are now working on liquid robots that mimic some cell-like behaviors. The robot, about the size of a grain of rice, is made from water coated with Teflon particles.

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Rare Calico Lobster Creates a Buzz

Biology, Plants & Animals / Ana Kiesse Zeleme

A rare lobster is drawing attention at Northeastern University’s Marine Science Center in Nahant. This striking orange and black lobster, known as a calico, is exceptionally uncommon—with odds of finding one estimated at just one in 30 million, according to Sierra Munoz, the center’s outreach program coordinator. That makes the female lobster—even rarer than Neptune,

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Scientists Create a Skin-Like Bandage that Heals Wounds in 24 Hours

Healthcare, Medicine / Ana Kiesse Zeleme

In a major scientific breakthrough, researchers from Aalto University and the University of Bayreuth have created a groundbreaking self-healing hydrogel that replicates the properties of human skin. This advanced material can restore itself by 90% in just four hours and completely within 24 hours, paving the way for innovations in wound care, regenerative medicine, and

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An Artificial Neuron Mimics Real Ones Using Electronics and Biology

Neuroscience, Science / Ana Kiesse Zeleme

Scientists have developed an artificial neuron that closely replicates the behavior of real ones — it fires, learns, and reacts to chemical signals — marking a breakthrough that could revolutionize computing, medicine, and the integration of technology with biology. Neurons are remarkable biological components that drive complex functions like thinking, feeling, and moving by transmitting

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Human Skin Cells Have Heen Converted into Fertilizable Eggs for The First Time

Biology, Microbiology / Valeriano Ndeyi

Scientists announced on Tuesday that, for the first time, they have transformed human skin cells into eggs and successfully fertilized them with sperm in a lab—a breakthrough that could eventually help infertile individuals have children. The U.S.-led team of scientists cautioned that the technology is still many years from being accessible to hopeful parents. However,

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Medically, What Does Sleep Talking Signify?

Healthcare, Medicine / Valeriano Ndeyi

Have your family or friends ever told you that you talk while sleeping? No need to feel ashamed! Research shows that over half of people have spoken out loud in their sleep at least once. This phenomenon, known as somniloquy, is surprisingly common and sparks a lot of interest. Many people who talk in their

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How Does Eating Too Many Ultra-Processed Foods Affect your Body?

Healthcare, Medicine / Ana Kiesse Zeleme

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) — like sodas, snacks, and processed meats — are heavily altered, additive-filled products low in nutrients. They now account for nearly 60% of adults’ and almost 70% of children’s diets in the U.S. Designed to last longer and be more appealing, UPFs reduce overall nutritional quality and often lead to overeating. In

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Study Reveals People Forgive Machines Similarly to Humans

Applied Science, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics / Jorge Paka

When technology malfunctions—like a frozen computer at a crucial moment, a GPS guiding us into traffic, or a washing machine halting mid-cycle—our initial response is usually frustration. These common annoyances often spark irritation. However, a recent study by two Israeli researchers suggests a surprising insight: we tend to extend forgiveness to machines in much the

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Harvard Reverses Aging in Monkeys; Human Trials Coming soon

Healthcare, Midwifery / Jorge Paka

In a Moonshots podcast interview, Harvard Medical School genetics professor David Sinclair discussed a once-unthinkable breakthrough — restoring youth to animal cells and tissues. He said human clinical trials are set to start soon. In the discussion, the scientist noted that experiments on mice and green monkeys showed strong potential for substantially reversing aging. “We’ve

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