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Phys.orgby Ava Emery; Rebecca Cohen1d ago
As voters weigh incumbents, research complicates case for congressional term limits Most voters see Congress through floor debates, campaign promises and partisan conflict.
Phys.orgby Krishna Ramanujan1d ago
Compact CRISPR alternative uses bacterial proteins to insert large DNA segments A new engineered gene-editing system, proven in bacteria and showing promise for use in plants, animals and humans...
Phys.orgby Paul Arnold1d ago
The internal chemistry of phytoplankton changes as oceans become more acidic Paul Arnold Author Our oceans are becoming more acidic, which could have major consequences for marine life.
Phys.orgby Kyoto University1d ago
A honey trap: Female-baited beetle traps reveal habitat variation in Japanese forests Monitoring biological indicators plays a crucial role in forest management, which requires finding a delicate...
Phys.orgby University1d ago
Scientists uncover how the world's smallest flowering plant became so tiny A new study has revealed how some plants pack the same structures as larger species into a tiny space, making them...
Phys.orgby Okinawa Institute; Technology1d ago
First observation of quantum spins shifting a centimeter-scale object in the lab Modern technological breakthroughs like lasers, MRI scanners, semiconductors and quantum computers rest on the study...
Phys.orgby University1d ago
194-year-old tortoise reveals stable gene switches that may help resist aging Researchers studying a giant tortoise named Jonathan say it's not just good genes but a lack of genetic wear and tear...
Phys.orgby Public Library1d ago
Ancient spotted bat samples help researchers understand present-day population dynamics Understanding changes in North American bat populations is critical to measuring the risk of extinction from...
Phys.orgby Annenberg Public Policy Center1d ago
Public health strategies used against cigarettes could help reduce appeal of firearms, paper argues Public health strategies that helped reduce cigarette smoking in the United States could provide...
Phys.orgby University1d ago
'Classic example' of sexual dimorphism in fossil record actually shows nuance between males and females For decades, paleontologists have held up uintatheres as a prime illustration of sexual...
Phys.orgby Public Library1d ago
Dogs and owners disturb each other in the night, but still get pretty good sleep Sleeping alongside your dog probably doesn't disrupt your sleep as much as you might think, according to a study...
Phys.orgby Kiel University1d ago
Seafloor sediments reveal how East Antarctic ice temporarily halted its retreat and advanced 40 miles Off the coast of East Antarctica, researchers led by Kiel University (CAU) and the Alfred...
Phys.orgby Hong Kong University; Technology1d ago
Deep-sea clams adjust bacterial partnerships to cope with dwindling chemical energy A research team led by professor Qian Peiyuan, chair professor in the Department of Ocean Science at The Hong...
Phys.orgby Anna Mayor1d ago
A new hope for dogs with dementia: Researchers explore gene therapy The moment Kate Heath saw her 12-year-old pug, Ivy, sitting silently and staring at a wall, she knew something was wrong.
Phys.orgby Okayama University1d ago
One quantum material, two superconducting states: Stretching helps explain conflicting experiments Unconventional superconductors can host unusual electronic states, but understanding what drives...
Phys.orgby Sam Jarman1d ago
Levitating glass sphere becomes entangled with light at room temperature Sam Jarman Author Today, many physicists are actively exploring how light could be used to link objects through quantum...
Phys.orgby Maggie Ward1d ago
Poor sleep can cause employees to clash with superiors, research finds Poor sleep can cause employees to clash with their supervisors and other higher-ranking colleagues, according to a series of...
Phys.orgby University1d ago
Top climate scientists set out five steps to help the world prepare for super El Niño Researchers have identified five key ways countries across the globe can be better prepared for the impending...
Phys.orgby University1d ago
Soil evidence suggests early farming in Maya region 6,000 years ago A new study on ancient food production in tropical Belize, co-led by the University of New Mexico and published in Communications...
Phys.orgby Carrie Stetler1d ago
Study finds brighter street lighting reduces violent crime Adding LED lights to illuminate crime hot spots throughout the city of Newark reduced violent crime by nearly 46% and burglaries by 58%...
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