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Biology

Urea Meets Life’s Building Blocks

Every living thing on Earth—bacteria, plants, humans—depends on phosphorus. It’s in our DNA, our cell membranes, even the energy molecule ATP. But here’s the puzzle: before life existed, how did phosphorus hook onto simple organic molecules to form the first steps toward life? A new study brings us closer to the answer, and the surprising […]

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Biology

Next Week in Science, October 16, 2025

So here’s some cool news for the week. The discovery of KNM-ER 101000 in Kenya provides the first fossil hand and foot bones definitively linked to Paranthropus boisei, revealing that this species shared key features of dexterity and bipedalism with early Homo. The hand’s proportions indicate that P. boisei could perform human-like grips suitable for […]

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Biology

What Really Happens When Science Lets Bodies Rot

Every year, murder victims are left undiscovered for weeks, months, or even years. But what if the answer to solving these crimes lies in something as eerie as a field full of rotting corpses? Welcome to the unsettling world of body farms—research facilities where human cadavers are left to decompose in controlled conditions. These sites […]

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Biology

What Really Happened to South America’s Giants?

Twelve thousand years ago, giant ground sloths the size of cars, horse-like creatures with long skulls, and armored armadillos as big as Volkswagens roamed the plains of South America. Yet within just a few centuries, they were gone. For decades, scientists argued: was it climate change—or was it us? A new study from South America […]

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Astronomy

Exploring the Evidence of Potential Life on Mars

New evidence is hinting at potential signs of life on Mars. NASA’s Perseverance Rover has been at the forefront of this exploration, and its recent findings are stirring excitement and curiosity across the globe. The Rover’s Latest Discoveries NASA’s Perseverance rover, which landed on Mars with the explicit goal of searching for signs of ancient […]

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Biology

Nobel Prize Discoveries of 2025 and Their Impact on Science and Society

The Nobel Prizes, often regarded as the most prestigious awards across various disciplines, have once again turned the eyes of the world towards the remarkable achievements in science for the year 2025. This year’s laureates have contributed significant advancements in the fields of chemistry, physics, and medicine, reflecting the ongoing pursuit of knowledge and its […]

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Biology

How Jane Goodall Revolutionized Conservation and Science

Jane Goodall, a name synonymous with chimpanzee research and conservation, passed away recently at the age of 91. Her groundbreaking observations of chimpanzees in Gombe Stream National Park redefined the boundaries between humans and animals, challenging preconceived notions about tool use and animal emotions. A Lifetime Dedicated to Science and Conservation When Goodall first arrived […]

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Biology

Huntington’s Disease Breakthrough: Gene Therapy Offers New Hope

Huntington’s disease, a devastating genetic disorder that affects the brain, has been treated successfully for the first time using gene therapy, marking a significant milestone in medical science. This breakthrough holds promise for thousands affected by this incurable disease, underscoring the potential of cutting-edge gene-editing technologies. Understanding Huntington’s Disease Caused by a mutation in the […]

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Biology

Dreaming Under Anesthesia

Do you stop being conscious when you’re put under anesthesia? For decades, many assumed the answer was yes. But new research from the University of Oslo suggests something more complicated: patients often continue dreaming even in deep sedation—yet our best brain-based tests of consciousness can’t tell the difference. From “Lights Out” to Dream Reports When […]

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