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Tiny X-ray telescope could unlock the Moon’s hidden chemistry

Researchers at Tokyo Metropolitan University have used simulations to show that a small, newly developed X-ray telescope could help create…

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Ozempic and similar weight-loss drugs linked to 30% lower breast cancer risk

Popular medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound may offer an unexpected benefit beyond helping people lose weight and…

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Scientists discover why ozempic may not work for some people

More than one-quarter of people with Type 2 diabetes now use GLP-1 receptor agonists, a class of medications that includes…

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AI-designed universal coronavirus vaccine passes first human trial

A new type of universal coronavirus vaccine has passed its first human clinical trial, marking an important step toward broader…

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After 20 years, scientists finally shrink a powerful laser onto a chip

For decades, ultrafast lasers have been among the most powerful tools in modern optics. Their pulses last just a few…

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Scientists discover vast hidden structure beneath Antarctica’s ice

Researchers have identified a massive hidden geological feature beneath the East Antarctic Ice Sheet, revealing a previously unrecognized connection between…

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Beluga whales keep switching mates and it may be saving their species

Beluga whales are among the most challenging marine mammals to study. Much of their lives are spent beneath Arctic waters…

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Scientists simulated a nuclear fireball and found a surprise in the fallout

When a nuclear weapon detonates or a serious reactor accident occurs, an immense burst of energy is released in less…

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Venus will disappear behind the Moon in a rare June sky event

June offers plenty for skywatchers, including a close meeting between Venus and Jupiter, a rare event where the Moon passes…

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Scientists discover gut bacteria that may help protect against autism and ADHD

Scientists have uncovered a surprising connection between a baby's earliest biological programming, the gut microbiome, and later brain development. The…

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