Science Briefing: How volcanic eruptions and internal climate cycles jointly shape Asian monsoon rainfall Strategic angle: Exploring the impact of volcanic activity and climate patterns on monsoon variability in Asia. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Trouble swallowing? A nanogel tweak may keep therapeutic stem cells alive longer Strategic angle: A new nanogel modification could enhance the viability of stem cells for patients with swallowing difficulties. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Despite their contrasting reputations, bonobos and chimpanzees show similar levels of aggression in zoos Strategic angle: A new study reveals that both species exhibit comparable aggression levels, challenging common perceptions. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Simple 'cocktail' of amino acids dramatically boosts power of mRNA therapies and CRISPR gene editing Strategic angle: Researchers are leveraging lipid nanoparticles to enhance the effectiveness of mRNA therapies and CRISPR technology. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: 3D-printed rattlesnake reveals how the rattle is a warning signal Strategic angle: Researchers from The University of Texas at El Paso provide insights into the evolutionary significance of the rattlesnake's rattle. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Childcare burden may explain US gender gap in poverty rates Strategic angle: A study suggests that the gender differences in poverty rates are linked to the childcare responsibilities shouldered by women. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: What primate faces reveal about empathy: Humans mirror emotions across species Strategic angle: Humans perceive emotional expressions displayed by non-human primates and spontaneously mimic these expressions, according to a study published in PLOS One. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Fatal Police Shootings Vary by State Strategic angle: A new analysis reveals significant variations in racial and ethnic disparities in fatal police shootings across different U.S. states. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: News media representations contribute to stigma around childlessness, study finds Strategic angle: The news media shapes reproductive narratives, framing childlessness as a threat to national interests and cultural norms. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Still standing but mostly dead: Recovery of dying coral reef in Moorea stalls Strategic angle: A marine heat wave in 2019 devastated coral populations in Moorea, and recovery efforts are currently stalled. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Biodegradable nanoparticles can seek and destroy diseased immune cells Strategic angle: Johns Hopkins Medicine scientists have developed nanoparticles that educate the immune system to target disease-causing cells. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Flying 2,000 km to find a mate—meet Australia's most determined seabirds Strategic angle: New genetic testing reveals the extraordinary lengths Queensland seabirds travel to find love. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Astronomers Capture Birth of a Magnetar, Confirming Link to Some of Universe's Brightest Exploding Stars Strategic angle: For the first time, astronomers have observed the birth of a magnetar, shedding light on its role as the power source behind some of the cosmos' most luminous explosions. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: 'Stealth' DNA circles safely insert gene-sized payloads into the genome Strategic angle: New genome editing technology offers a promising approach to treat genetic disorders by accurately delivering gene-sized payloads. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Telescopes Team Up for New View of Cat’s Eye Nebula Strategic angle: A stunning collaboration between ESA’s Euclid and NASA’s Hubble reveals the intricate beauty of the Cat’s Eye Nebula. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Ancient Filipino skeleton reveals a rare hip condition further complicated by scurvy Strategic angle: New findings highlight the prevalence of scurvy in ancient Asia-Pacific populations. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Study captures single polymer segments sticking and slipping on surfaces Strategic angle: Kyushu University researchers have directly observed how individual polymers behave when in contact with solid surfaces. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Scalable quantum batteries can charge faster than their classical counterparts Strategic angle: Researchers have developed advanced quantum batteries that outperform traditional battery technologies in charging speed. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: Telesat expands Canadian landing station footprint for Lightspeed Strategic angle: Telesat has gained access to more land across Canada to set up landing stations ahead of plans to deploy pathfinders for its Lightspeed broadband constellation in December. Editorial Staff Mar 11
Science Briefing: California communities' recovery time between wildfire smoke events is shrinking Strategic angle: A study reveals that increasing wildfire intensity is impacting public health in California. Editorial Staff Mar 11