Life Briefing: New Henrietta Spectrograph to Probe Alien Atmospheres Strategic angle: A groundbreaking tool to enhance our search for extraterrestrial life by analyzing exoplanet atmospheres. editorial-staff Mar 30
Life Briefing: Ancient predator species discovered in South Africa challenges what we know about gorgonopsians Strategic angle: A new study reveals a large-bodied gorgonopsian from the middle Permian, altering our understanding of these ancient apex predators. editorial-staff Mar 30
Life Briefing: Tropical volcanic eruptions trigger atmospheric changes that drive droughts in Asia Strategic angle: Research reveals how volcanic activity impacts weather patterns, leading to significant drought conditions. editorial-staff Mar 30
Life Briefing: Science finds a place on Artemis 2 Strategic angle: While the Artemis 2 mission is primarily a test flight, the four astronauts on board will conduct some science during the nearly 10-day mission. editorial-staff Mar 30
Life Briefing: One man, his dog, and ChatGPT: Australia's AI vaccine saga Strategic angle: Desperate to help his sick dog, one Australian man went down the ultimate ChatGPT research hole, using artificial intelligence to design a personalized experimental treatment and finding top scientists to administer it. editorial-staff Mar 30
Life Briefing: Apollo vs. Artemis: What to know about NASA's return to the moon Strategic angle: NASA's Apollo moonshots are a tough act to follow, even after all this time. editorial-staff Mar 30
Life Artemis 2 astronauts arrive at KSC The four Artemis 2 astronauts arrived in Florida for final preparations ahead of their upcoming launch. editorial-staff Mar 30
Life Briefing: Managed wetlands a culinary hot spot for SF bay fish, but they need delivery options Strategic angle: A new study highlights the declining food options for fish in the San Francisco Estuary. editorial-staff Mar 30
Life Briefing: How graphene oxide kills bacteria while sparing human cells Strategic angle: New research reveals the mechanism by which graphene selectively eliminates bacteria, crucial for hygiene in everyday items. editorial-staff Mar 29
Life Briefing: Researchers Describe Protein Structure in Microbes for Light Conversion Strategic angle: New findings reveal how certain microbes can be harnessed for energy-dense biofuels. editorial-staff Mar 29
Life Briefing: Ancient alphabets, new insights: Researchers uncover hidden links among the letters Strategic angle: With artificial intelligence (AI) as an essential tool, researchers have discovered surprising similarities among ancient writing systems. editorial-staff Mar 29
Life Briefing: Binding to RNA is not enough—changing its shape is what makes a drug work, study reveals Strategic angle: A new study highlights the importance of RNA shape in drug efficacy, beyond mere binding. editorial-staff Mar 29
Life Briefing: In world first, antimatter taken on test drive at CERN Strategic angle: CERN scientists successfully transport antiprotons, paving the way for future antimatter delivery systems. editorial-staff Mar 29
Life Briefing: A mass mating event in the lab reveals how yeast cells choose partners Strategic angle: Yeast cells demonstrate a unique method for selecting mates, potentially offering insights into partner selection. editorial-staff Mar 29
Life Briefing: ZTF Discovers a New Mass-Transferring Brown Dwarf Binary System Strategic angle: Astronomers unveil a binary system of brown dwarfs engaged in stable mass transfer, designated ZTF J1239+8347. editorial-staff Mar 29
Life Briefing: Who do you think you are? What DNA tests reveal—and what they don't Strategic angle: Exploring the impact of DNA testing on personal identity and criminal investigations. editorial-staff Mar 29
Life Briefing: The Time Capsule in the Salt Flat Strategic angle: Exploring the extreme conditions of Salar de Pajonales in northern Chile. editorial-staff Mar 29
Life Briefing: TESS discovers an Earth-sized planet orbiting nearby M-dwarf star Strategic angle: NASA's TESS reveals a new extrasolar planet, TOI-4616 b, in a nearby star system. editorial-staff Mar 29
Life Briefing: Ancient Neanderthal genome reveals isolated, distinct populations Strategic angle: Neanderthals split into distinct regional groups that developed genetic differences far sooner than modern human populations typically did. editorial-staff Mar 29
Life Briefing: Eco-friendly hair repair adds to more natural personal care product pipeline Strategic angle: Hair damaged by dyes, bleaching or harsh sunlight has just got special treatment. editorial-staff Mar 29