Science

A single protein may be holding back CAR T cancer therapy

Researchers from Columbia University and University Hospital Tübingen have discovered a protein that appears to play a major role in…

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A stellar “Rosetta stone” reveals the source of mysterious cosmic signals

Astronomers have traced a mysterious type of repeating cosmic signal to an unusual pair of stars, providing the strongest evidence…

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This common amino acid helped mice survive deadly inflammation

A minor injury, a serious infection, or even the flu can send the body down very different paths. Some people…

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Your kitchen sponge is releasing microplastics every time you wash dishes

Kitchen sponges are a staple in most homes, but they may also be an overlooked source of microplastic pollution. A…

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Why cancer spreads more in middle age than in old age

Cancer becomes more common with age and is often harder to treat in older adults. Yet most cancer studies in…

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Scientists found the hidden switch fueling alzheimer’s brain inflammation

The brain has its own built in immune defenses that help detect threats and protect nerve cells. But growing evidence…

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Intermittent fasting triggers surprising changes in the brain

More than one billion people worldwide now live with obesity, a condition that raises the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes,…

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Repairing DNA damage: Scientists discover a surprising new benefit of melatonin

Melatonin supplements may help the body repair DNA damage linked to night shift work, according to a small clinical trial…

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New 3D silicon chip breakthrough could extend Moore’s Law for years

For decades, the computing industry has followed a simple formula: make transistors smaller and pack more of them onto a…

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Astronomers finally solve Saturn’s decades-long spin mystery

For years, Saturn appeared to be doing something impossible. Measurements suggested the giant planet's rotation rate was changing over time,…

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