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Microplastics may be in chewing gum, study finds | CNN

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A new study reveals that chewing gum releases hundreds to thousands of microplastics into saliva, raising concerns about potential health impacts and environmental pollution.

A ‘Teleportation’ Breakthrough for Quantum Computing Is Here | WIRED

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Scientists at Oxford University have achieved a breakthrough in quantum computing by wirelessly transmitting a quantum algorithm between two separate processors using quantum teleportation, paving the way for more powerful and scalable quantum computers.

Miniatursatellit Jinan-1 ermöglicht sichere Quantenkommunikation - Spektrum der Wissenschaft

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A Chinese mini-satellite, Jinan-1, successfully transmitted a quantum-encrypted code over 13,000 kilometers to South Africa, marking a significant advancement in secure communication.

Members of France’s Academy of Medicine Conclude With Near Unanimity That Covid-19 Emerged After a ‘Laboratory Error’ | The New York Sun

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A report from the French Academy of Medicine concludes that COVID-19 likely originated from a laboratory error in Wuhan, China, adding to existing evidence challenging the natural origin theory.

Cat Bohannon’s book ‘Eve’ traces women’s human evolution - The Baltimore Banner

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Cat Bohannon's book, 'Eve,' explores the history of women's bodies and how a lack of female-centric research has led to significant health disparities.

Dire wolf de-extinction: Colossal Biosciences says it has resurrected an extinct animal for the first time | CNN

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Colossal Biosciences claims to have successfully de-extincted the dire wolf, creating three hybrid pups using ancient DNA and gene-editing technology.

Chinese scientists discover they can 'cure' degraded EV batteries - newmobility.news

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Chinese scientists have developed a method to restore degraded lithium-ion batteries to near-factory conditions, potentially extending EV battery lifespan significantly and reducing environmental impact.

Dire wolf de-extinction: The Colossal scientists messed up one crucial part.

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The article critiques Colossal Biosciences' de-extinction of dire wolves, focusing on the questionable naming of one of the pups, 'Khaleesi,' and the overall implications of this scientific endeavor.

Alarming levels of microplastics found in human brains

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A new study reveals alarming levels of microplastics found in human brains, raising concerns about potential health effects and prompting calls for minimizing exposure.

Un estudio sobre los efectos de la gravedad en las semillas en el instituto Playamar de Torremolinos | Diario Sur

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High school students in Torremolinos, Spain, are participating in the European Space Agency's CanSat challenge, launching a miniature satellite to study the effects of hypergravity on seed germination.

Video: Dire wolf brought back from extinction after 12,000 years

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A US biotech firm, Colossal Biosciences, has successfully de-extincted the dire wolf, breeding three pups using ancient DNA, marking a significant advancement in genetic engineering.

Three Boston-area researchers win prestigious Breakthrough awards

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Three Boston-area researchers received prestigious Breakthrough Prizes for their groundbreaking work in gene editing, diabetes treatment, and multiple sclerosis research.

Aviso para la Tierra: una enorme tormenta solar desata el infierno en Júpiter

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A recent study reveals that a powerful solar storm compressed Jupiter's magnetosphere, generating extreme heat and highlighting the vulnerability of gas giants to space weather, offering valuable insights for understanding similar threats to Earth.

Scientists Revive the Dire Wolf, or Something Close - The New York Times

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Colossal Biosciences has successfully created wolves with dire wolf traits through gene editing, marking a significant advancement in de-extinction technology.

La trampa de Colossal, la empresa que 'resucita' especies extinguidas: "Parece un lobo gigante, pero es un perro"

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Colossal Biosciences' attempts to resurrect extinct species, like the dire wolf, through genetic engineering raise ethical and scientific questions about the nature of de-extinction and its implications.

To Slow Global Warming, Scientists Test Solar Geoengineering - The New York Times

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Scientists in San Francisco Bay conducted the first US outdoor test of a technology designed to reflect sunlight and cool the planet, as efforts to limit global warming through other means fall short.

The new dire wolves explain everything wrong with “de-extinction” | Vox

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Colossal Biosciences' creation of modified wolves, marketed as 'de-extincted' dire wolves, raises ethical concerns about the nascent field of de-extinction and its potential misuse.

Lila Sciences Uses A.I. to Turbocharge Scientific Discovery - The New York Times

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Lila Sciences, a Massachusetts-based startup, leverages AI to significantly accelerate scientific breakthroughs, achieving results in months that would typically take years using conventional methods.

Scientists Say You Can Cancel the Noise but Keep Your Window Open - The New York Times

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Scientists in Singapore have developed a window-mounted device using small speakers to reduce noise levels by 10 decibels, offering a potential solution to urban noise pollution.

The science of near-death experiences | Vox

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A former war reporter's near-death experience and resulting reflections on consciousness, death, and the limitations of scientific understanding fuel a discussion on the nature of reality.

Meet the researchers testing the “Armageddon” approach to asteroid defense | MIT Technology Review

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Scientists successfully used the Z machine at Sandia National Laboratories to demonstrate a method of asteroid deflection using x-ray vaporization, potentially offering a viable solution for planetary defense.

Life on Mars - The Atlantic

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The Viking missions' experiments yielded intriguing data suggesting the presence of life on Mars, despite cautious interpretations from scientists.

CERN: cómo Chile logró ser miembro de uno de los centros físicos más grandes del mundo - La Tercera

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Chile's recent acceptance as an Associate Member State of CERN marks a significant milestone for Chilean science and research, granting access to cutting-edge technology and collaborations.

The Universe Is Intelligent, and It’s Helping Your Brain Create Your Consciousness, Scientist Says

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A biophysicist hypothesizes that intelligence is a fundamental property of the universe, not solely a product of the brain, a concept supported by advancements in AI and quantum theory.

Trump's rapid autism probe plan jeopardizes progress, researchers say

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Researchers dispute the feasibility and potential harm of a rapid autism probe plan proposed by a Trump administration official, highlighting the complexity of autism research and the years of work already invested in understanding this condition.

LA’s newest gambling event — live Sperm Racing

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Four teenage entrepreneurs have launched a novel competition in Los Angeles, pitting sperm samples from two university students against each other in a race to raise awareness about male fertility.

Started Out as a Fish. How Did It End Up Like This? - The New York Times

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A 375-million-year-old fossil fish, Tiktaalik, has become the unlikely subject of internet memes reflecting anxieties about modern life.

Juan Manuel de Prada: Consenso científico - XLSemanal - Abc

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Juan Manuel de Prada critiques the concept of "scientific consensus," arguing that it's a political term, not a scientific one, and that true scientific progress relies on empirical evidence, not majority opinion.

China tests non-nuclear hydrogen bomb, science paper shows | South China Morning Post

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Chinese researchers successfully detonated a non-nuclear hydrogen-based explosive device, generating a sustained fireball exceeding 1,000 degrees Celsius for over two seconds.

Will SpongeBob survive in global warming? | by Drizzle | Medium

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This article explores the impact of global warming and marine heatwaves on ocean ecosystems, particularly focusing on the potential effects on coral reefs and other marine life.

Council locks professor out of site | Otago Daily Times Online News

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A leading paleontologist is locked out of a significant fossil site in New Zealand due to a misunderstanding regarding access permissions granted by the Dunedin City Council.

Experiments to dim the Sun will be approved within weeks

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The UK government is set to approve experiments aimed at dimming sunlight to combat global warming, involving techniques like injecting aerosols into the atmosphere or brightening clouds.

Sodoma y Gomorra no fueron destruidas por el impacto de un objeto extraterrestre | Ciencia | EL PAÍS

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A scientific study claiming a meteorite destroyed the biblical cities of Sodom and Gomorrah has been retracted due to errors and unreliable conclusions.

National Science Foundation director Panchanathan, appointed by Trump, resigns: ‘I have done all I can’ | CNN

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The director of the National Science Foundation, Sethuraman Panchanathan, resigned amidst sweeping changes under the Trump administration, citing the completion of his goals and the need for new leadership.

Hiltzik: New frontiers in pseudoscientific baloney - Los Angeles Times

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Colossal Biosciences' claim of resurrecting the dire wolf is challenged by experts who argue that the genetically modified gray wolves are not true de-extinction.

🧔 Do women like beards? What science says

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Scientific studies reveal varying women's preferences for beards, with stubble often favored, but ultimately personal taste and grooming play significant roles.