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I post news mostly about science and medical related research. Some music might slip in here or there! My brain is curious and my heart is caring, so that makes me a democrat, at least in my eyes!

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universetoday.comAsymmetric space waves map pressure on Earth's magnetic shieldThe Earth’s magnetic field is responsible for shielding us from harmful space weather, including solar radiation from the Sun but also cosmic rays originating from outside our solar system. Cosmic ray...

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eurekalert.orgAncient Ecuadorian genomesAncient genomes from coastal Ecuador reveal 1,500 years of genetic continuity in an understudied part of the ancient world. 

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sciencealert.comOne Dose of Experimental Antibody Kept HIV-Like Virus in Remission For 4 Years in a MonkeyHIV can fall silent without leaving the body.

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the-scientist.comHuman Egg Cell-Inspired Biomaterial Shields Insulin-Producing Cells in Mice | The ScientistA protective coating prolonged the survival and function of transplanted islet cells in diabetic mice, offering a novel cell therapy approach.

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pnas.orgSome Ice Age American “cheetahs” likely ate mainly fish, unusual behavior for a big catPopulations of American cheetahs living in what’s now northwestern Canada ate mainly fish, while those in the Lower 48 seem to have had a wide range of prey, such as pronghorn antelope. Image credit: ...

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sciencedaily.comLow testosterone may make sugar far more harmful to your liverScientists have discovered that low testosterone and a high-fructose diet can work together to worsen fatty liver disease in mice. Unexpectedly, changes in gut bacteria appear to drive this harmful in...

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sciencedaily.comCommon drugs may help dangerous viruses spread through the bodyA surprising discovery reveals that widely used anti-inflammatory drugs may unintentionally help dangerous viruses spread through the body. Scientists found that JAK inhibitors, prescribed for rheumat...

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sciencedaily.comJames Webb discovers a scorching lava planet with a “giant sunscreen”A scorching lava planet 280 light-years away has surprised astronomers by apparently maintaining a thick atmosphere despite conditions that should have stripped it away billions of years ago. James We...

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sciencedaily.comSmithsonian scientists just recreated the first 2 billion years of the UniverseScientists have created one of the largest and most detailed simulations of the early universe ever made, offering an extraordinary new glimpse into the cosmos shortly after the Big Bang. Called Lumin...

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sciencedaily.comA tiny laser beam could make computer memory 1,000 times fasterScientists at UC San Diego have developed a surprising new way to store digital information using light instead of magnets, potentially paving the way for smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient me...

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sciencedaily.comDo spiders dream? Scientists just found a surprising clueScientists have discovered that spiders may sleep in ways surprisingly similar to humans, complete with distinct sleep stages and a dream-like REM state. Researchers at the University of Bonn studied ...

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sciencedaily.comScientists discover a surprising clue to why some brains resist Alzheimer’sWhy do some people stay mentally sharp even when their brains show signs of Alzheimer’s disease? Scientists in the Netherlands may have uncovered an important clue hidden in a rare group of immature b...

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medicalxpress.comCan psychedelics soothe an overactive immune system? New meta-analysis investigatesThe same substances that can alter perception and shift moods are now drawing scientific interest for their potential therapeutic abilities. Researchers across the globe are investigating whether psyc...

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medicalxpress.comViagra's cousin could help muscle cells stay primed for regenerationTadalafil is a prescription drug closely related to Viagra. It is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) and the urinary symptoms of an enlarged prostate. Both competitive and recreational athletes s...

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medicalxpress.comCreating 'satellite maps' of thousands of proteins across tissue could transform drug therapiesMuch like a satellite provides a full picture of Earth, a new technology can generate thousands of detailed "satellite maps" showing where individual proteins are located and distributed across an ent...

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medicalxpress.comImplantable device uses ultrasound to improve drug delivery to the brainPatients with glioblastoma, an aggressive type of brain tumor, usually undergo surgery to remove the tumor. However, it's difficult for surgeons to remove all of the cancer cells, and the tumor often ...

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medicalxpress.comNext-generation drug reduces endometrial cancer progression and death in trialA new drug is effective at decreasing the recurrence of, and death from, endometrial cancer, an international study shows. The drug, called sacituzumab tirumotecan (sac-TMT), attaches to a protein on ...

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medicalxpress.comHeart drug combo reduces kidney damage in septic shock surgery, major trial findsA simple adjustment to drugs given during operations for septic shock could prevent thousands of patients from suffering kidney damage, according to the results of a major trial now published in JAMA....

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medicalxpress.comNew treatment approach shows promise in reducing prostate cancer spreadAdding darolutamide to standard treatment for aggressive prostate cancer reduced the risk of the disease spreading in an international phase 3 trial.

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physicsworld.comRigid hybrid perovskites achieve ultralow thermal conductivity – Physics WorldExceptional mechanical and thermal properties come from specially engineered organic cations in a layered halide structure

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gizmodo.comMedieval Farming Set the Stage for Deadly Lake Tsunamis in Italy. It Could Happen AgainPush nature to its limits, and it can produce unexpected natural disasters—something that medieval societies found out the hard way.

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space.com'More missions, more often': NASA is overhauling how it selects science missions"This is a moment of real opportunity."

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schaeffer.usc.eduMore Education Reduces Dementia Risk Decades Later - October 23, 2026 - USC SchaefferA British school reform provides causal evidence that staying in school longer can protect against dementia, with particularly large benefits among people at higher genetic risk. - October 23, 2026

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nationalzoo.si.eduMuseum Specimens Reveal Pathogen Behind Decades-Old Mystery Of Disappearing FrogsNew research ties dramatic losses of Brazilian frogs in the 1970s to deadly amphibian chytrid fungus.

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eurekalert.orgUS drinking water could contain double the reported PFAS levels, model estimatesCommon ways of reporting perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)—the man-made, so-called forever chemicals that pose environmental and health threats—could underestimate the c...

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frontiersin.orgMother bats’ hearts beat faster at the sound of their own babies’ criesJapanese house bats’ heart rates respond strongly to the sound of their own pups’ cries, but not to the cries of other pups of the same age

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sciencealert.comA Drug Combo That Mimics Thin Mountain Air Treated Parkinson's Symptoms in MiceOur brains depend on a steady oxygen supply, and problems can arise when cells cannot properly use the oxygen reaching them.

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si.eduSmithsonian Scientists Create Most Detailed Simulation Yet of the Early Universe | Smithsonian Institution

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sciencedaily.comA 2,700-year-old solar eclipse just revealed something surprising about EarthA solar eclipse recorded more than 2,700 years ago is revealing surprising secrets about Earth's rotation and the Sun's ancient behavior. By correcting an eight-kilometer error in the locati...

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sciencedaily.comChinese scientists discover “D-rex,” a giant fungus with roots stretching back 65 million yearsScientists have discovered a giant new fungus in China that grows up to 20 inches tall and weighs nearly five pounds, making it the largest known of its kind. Dubbed “D-rex,” its evolutionary lineage ...

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sciencedaily.comNew 3D thermal invisibility cloak makes objects disappear from infrared camerasResearchers have developed a groundbreaking 3D invisibility cloak that can hide complex objects from infrared cameras while protecting them from extreme heat and cold. Instead of blocking heat, the de...

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sciencedaily.comTiny magnetic vortices could help computers work more like your brainScientists have filmed tiny magnetic vortices called skyrmions melting out of an organized lattice for the first time, revealing new ways to manipulate these unusual structures. The breakthrough could...

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sciencedaily.comArchaeologists may have just found the world's oldest shipwreckA mysterious shipwreck off Turkey’s coast may be the oldest ever discovered, dating back approximately 4,500 years to the age of the Egyptian pyramids. Although the wooden vessel has disappeared, its ...

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sciencedaily.comAI detects “invisible” signs of pancreatic cancer years before diagnosisA powerful new AI system could help doctors detect pancreatic cancer years before it becomes visible on conventional scans. The technology, called REDMOD, identified hidden warning signs an average of...

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sciencedaily.comScientists discover Arctic sea ice loss could be far worse than predictedArctic winter sea ice could disappear much faster than scientists previously expected, according to new research using climate clues from 6,000 years ago. By comparing ancient ocean sediments with mod...

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sciencedaily.comA simple liquid can stop cavities without drilling, major study confirmsA simple liquid painted onto teeth in seconds can stop cavities without drilling, injections, or anesthesia, according to a major clinical trial involving young children. The inexpensive treatment cou...

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Thank you Foxy! I hope you have a great week!

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medicalxpress.comDoubling stem cell chromosomes produces heart cells with stronger, faster contractionsThe Regenerative Medicine Project at our institute is advancing therapeutic strategies for various diseases by introducing a range of modifications to human induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells.

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sciencealert.comToo Much RNA Can Actually Starve Cells of Energy, Study FindsRNA, or ribonucleic acid, is one of the most important molecules in keeping the body functioning correctly.

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sciencealert.comScientists May Have Discovered Why Men's Prostates Enlarge With AgeScientists have discovered a distinct subtype of cell in the prostate, and it could help solve the mystery of why the gland enlarges with age.

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theguardian.com‘It’s magic’: scientists rediscover how to make ancient Roman colour-changing glassExclusive: Optical engineering that went into 1,600-year-old Lycurgus Cup has baffled experts for centuries

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science.nasa.govEl Niño Then and Now - NASA ScienceA 35-year satellite altimetry record lets scientists hold this year's El Niño up against its strongest predecessors.

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sciencedaily.comLow-dose aspirin linked to 70% lower dementia risk, but there's a catchA common, inexpensive medication could hold an unexpected clue to preventing dementia. Researchers found that older adults with a specific genetic profile had a 70% lower relative risk of dementia whe...

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sciencedaily.comThis mysterious mushroom makes people see hundreds of tiny humansFor nearly a century, people in distant parts of the world have reported a bizarre experience after eating certain wild mushrooms: seeing dozens or even hundreds of tiny, colorful humans moving throug...

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sciencedaily.comPopular cannabis sleep gummies may have a hidden dark sideA cannabis-derived ingredient commonly found in sleep gummies may be more habit-forming than previously thought, with new research showing that repeated exposure caused tolerance and withdrawal sympto...

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sciencedaily.comAstronomers may have discovered the first moon beyond our Solar SystemAstronomers have uncovered evidence of a bizarre, potentially historic discovery: the first moon ever detected beyond our Solar System. Unlike familiar moons, this mysterious object is at least as mas...

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sciencedaily.comCould lowering high blood pressure be as simple as stimulating your ear?A small device that gently stimulates nerves through the ear could offer a new way to tackle stubborn high blood pressure. In a clinical trial of 63 patients already taking medication, the treatment p...

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phys.orgAn ancient virus in chimpanzee DNA switches off a gene that is active in humansHumans and chimpanzees share almost all their genes. Despite this, our brains have developed in different ways. Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have now shown that a viral pandemic dating bac...

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