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Simplifying Science: A Cool Tool for DNA Data

October 10, 2024

In the high-stakes world of genomic research, data is the key to unlocking life's mysteries. But dealing with massive amounts of DNA data can be a real headache for scientists. That's where MiLaboratories, a startup from San Francisco, steps in. They've created a special platform that makes it easie

health

Sleep Well, Feel Well: Easy Tips for Better Sleep on World Mental Health Day

October 10, 2024

You've probably heard that sleep is important, but did you know it's crucial for your mental health too? A sleep coach who's been there, done that, shares her top three tips for better sleep. And the best part? They're super simple! First up, stick to a consistent wake-up time. This helps your body

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Protein Pioneers: Award Reveals Big Breakthroughs in Science

October 9, 2024

Meet the new Nobel Prize winners in Chemistry! David Baker, a US biochemist, and Google DeepMind’s Demis Hassabis and John Jumper have just been honored for their incredible work on proteins. They've each received half of the Swedish Krona (SEK 11mn, $1.06mn) prize for pushing the boundaries of prot

science

Learning from Small Satellites to Improve Big Science Missions

October 8, 2024

NASA's small satellite missions have come a long way. They've learned from past failures and now do amazing science at a low cost. Take TEMPEST-D and RAINCube, for instance. Launched just minutes apart in 2018, they helped create the first near-real-time 3D model of storm evolution. Impressed by the

entertainment

New Award for Science Documentaries at Copenhagen Festival

October 7, 2024

Imagine a film that mixes science and art in an exciting way. That's what the new Sandbox Films Science Pitch Prize is all about! This prize, announced by Sandbox Films and the CPH:DOX festival in Copenhagen, will give $25,000 to the best science documentary project pitched at the CPH:FORUM event. T

health

Ticks on the Rise: Help Scientists Study Them!

October 7, 2024

Scientists at Marshfield Clinic Research Institute are collecting ticks to learn more about these pesky creatures and the diseases they carry. So far, over 5,000 ticks have been submitted by the public through a research study called TICK Inventory via Citizen Science (TICS). This time of year, you

entertainment

Underwater Pressure: Does It Really Make Aquaman Stronger?

October 7, 2024

In the world of DC Comics, a new explanation has surfaced for Aquaman's superstrength. According to World’s Finest: Teen Titans 3, the high pressure at ocean depths might be responsible for Atlantean muscles being stronger. This theory is based on real-life deep-sea creatures that thrive in extreme

sports

The Celtics' Preseason Trip: Battling Jet Lag with Science

October 7, 2024

Imagine flying halfway around the world for just a couple of games. That's what the Boston Celtics are doing, and it's not just about playing basketball. They're also dealing with a big challenge: jet lag. To help, the team has a secret weapon: science. The players are being told how much to sleep,

health

Bodies Given to Texas Medical School Without Consent

October 7, 2024

For years, Dallas and Tarrant counties have been sending their unclaimed dead to the University of North Texas Health Science Center. The center used these bodies for medical research. They would cremate those with infectious diseases or ones that had started to decompose. The rest were either embal

science

The Power of Persistence: Insights from Nobel Laureates

October 7, 2024

The road to a Nobel Prize in Physics is often long and filled with obstacles, as illustrated by the experiences of laureates Andrea Ghez, Anne L'Huillier, and Donna Strickland. On average, it takes 28 years between publishing a discovery and receiving the prestigious award. Despite facing numerous s