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Guidance aims to improve collaboration between scientists, tribal nations

• Apr 8, 2026

A team of university and Tribal researchers has developed a blueprint for creating research agreements that enable respectful research with Tribes and...

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Drought parches Florida

• Apr 8, 2026

Florida is among the wettest U.S. states, but that doesn't mean it is drought-free. Nearly all of Florida faced at least "moderate" drought, and nearl...

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Climate change does not polarize opinions: 'In fact, we are increasingly in agreement'

• Apr 8, 2026

Differences of opinion on climate change among the Dutch have not increased over the past 40 years; in fact, they have decreased, according to a study...

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Swipe right? Dating apps linked to body image pressures

• Apr 8, 2026

Bumble, Tinder or Hinge—they're the fast-paced, image-driven dating platforms millions rely on to find everything from love to a late-night fling. But...

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'Vegan leather' isn't as sustainable or eco‑friendly as brands might claim

• Apr 8, 2026

In a high-end fashion store or luxury car showroom, the term "vegan leather" sends a strong message of quality. For many shoppers, it promises the loo...

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Turmeric and ginger extract may boost implant bonding and kill 92% bacteria

• Apr 7, 2026

An extract of turmeric and ginger helps bone implants bond strongly while killing bacteria and cancer cells, according to new research from Washington...

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Earthrise to Earthset: How the planet's climate has changed since the photo that inspired the environmental movement

• Apr 7, 2026

A new Earthset image has been captured by the crew of Artemis II, 58 years since the iconic Earthrise photograph taken by the crew of Apollo 8. Over t...

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Light-driven method enables sustainable production of porous semiconducting polymers

• Apr 7, 2026

Researchers at Koç University have developed a light-driven method to produce porous semiconducting polymers under ambient conditions without the need...

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'Oldest octopus' fossil is no octopus at all, scans reveal

• Apr 7, 2026

A famous 300-million-year-old fossil that was thought to be the world's oldest octopus—even featuring in the Guinness Book of Records—has turned out t...

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Expert explains how AI could redefine the scope of engineering work

• Apr 7, 2026

In an editorial, National Academy of Engineering President Tsu-Jae Liu presents a forward-looking perspective on the role of artificial intelligence i...

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AI is reengineering drug discovery by speeding up testing and scanning petabytes of data

• Apr 7, 2026

In December, The Conversation hosted a webinar on AI's revolutionary role in drug discovery and development. Science and technology editor Eric Smalle...

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This protein helps cancer cells survive treatment—and points to new treatments

• Apr 7, 2026

Researchers at Umeå University have contributed new insights into how cancer cells protect themselves from cell death. The study provides a deeper und...