Month: April 2025

Scientists have discovered that a rare immune cell type in the lungs, called NAMs, plays a crucial role in surviving COVID-19 by keeping the body’s immune response from turning dangerously destructive. Rather than simply battling the virus, these cells act like peacekeepers, reining in excessive inflammation that can lead to death. Mice with healthy NAMs […]

A dazzling snapshot from ESO’s Paranal Observatory captures a rare sky parade — the Moon, a comet, and nearly every visible planet strung across the heavens. This celestial lineup is an optical illusion caused by their shared orbital plane, the ecliptic, which slices through the night sky at a striking angle to the Milky Way. […]

Scientists have developed a powerful new injectable treatment that, when administered after a heart attack, helps the heart heal and prevents long-term damage. By targeting a protein interaction that normally inhibits recovery, the therapy protects crucial cellular processes and promotes tissue repair. Early testing in rats shows dramatically improved cardiac function, setting the stage for […]

A scientific revolution is underway as researchers push to bring atomic-level precision, once reserved for small molecule drugs, into the realm of nanomedicine. By tightly controlling the structure of nanoscale therapies, they’re creating more effective vaccines and treatments for cancer, infections, and autoimmune diseases. Scientists are ditching the old “blender” method of vaccine development for […]

A scientific revolution is underway as researchers push to bring atomic-level precision, once reserved for small molecule drugs, into the realm of nanomedicine. By tightly controlling the structure of nanoscale therapies, they’re creating more effective vaccines and treatments for cancer, infections, and autoimmune diseases. Scientists are ditching the old “blender” method of vaccine development for […]

House-size data from ancient sites show that economic inequality is historically variable and shaped by human choices, not just population or complexity. We are living in a time when the gap between the rich and the poor is striking and continues to grow. However, inequality is not a modern phenomenon. In a new study published […]

Taking LSD or magic mushrooms may not be the cause of schizotypal traits. Psychedelic drugs are experiencing a resurgence of interest in mainstream medicine, with early research indicating that psychedelic-assisted therapy may offer a safe and effective treatment option for certain mental health conditions. However, the full range of potential side effects remains insufficiently understood. […]

How core-mantle differentiation influenced the distribution of volatile elements on Earth. Imagine Earth’s history as a mystery novel, with one of its greatest unresolved questions being: Where did all the nitrogen go? Scientists have long observed that Earth’s rocky outer layer, the mantle, contains far less nitrogen than expected when compared to other volatile elements […]

How core-mantle differentiation influenced the distribution of volatile elements on Earth. Imagine Earth’s history as a mystery novel, with one of its greatest unresolved questions being: Where did all the nitrogen go? Scientists have long observed that Earth’s rocky outer layer, the mantle, contains far less nitrogen than expected when compared to other volatile elements […]

How core-mantle differentiation influenced the distribution of volatile elements on Earth. Imagine Earth’s history as a mystery novel, with one of its greatest unresolved questions being: Where did all the nitrogen go? Scientists have long observed that Earth’s rocky outer layer, the mantle, contains far less nitrogen than expected when compared to other volatile elements […]