Life Briefing: Scientists turn probiotic bacteria into tumor-hunting cancer killers Strategic angle: Engineered probiotics infiltrate tumors to produce targeted cancer-fighting drugs. editorial-staff Mar 21
Life Briefing: Addressing the Achilles' heel of marine protected areas Strategic angle: New research emphasizes the importance of understanding human behavior for the success of marine protected areas. editorial-staff Mar 21
Life Briefing: You probably agree with animals on which bird calls, frog noises and cricket chirps are most attractive—new study Strategic angle: A new study reveals that animals may share preferences for certain sounds used in mating calls. editorial-staff Mar 21
Life Briefing: Feeling you belong may keep scientists in ornithology, study suggests Strategic angle: A new study from Virginia Tech reveals that a sense of belonging may be key to retaining scientists in the field of ornithology. editorial-staff Mar 21
Life Briefing: Men are losing a key chromosome with age and it may be deadly Strategic angle: Aging men often lose the Y chromosome in a growing number of their cells, linked to serious health risks. editorial-staff Mar 21
Life Old-growth forests store a lot more carbon than managed forests, study finds A new study reveals that Swedish old-growth forests hold 83% more carbon than their managed counterparts. editorial-staff Mar 21
Life Briefing: New model links carbon-13 spike to Great Oxidation Event 2.45 billion years ago Strategic angle: Two University of Victoria geologists provide new insights into ancient ocean floor chemistry. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life NASA’s X-59 Prepares for Second Flight NASA’s X-59 experimental aircraft is gearing up for its second flight, paving the way for extensive flight testing in 2026. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: Synthesis of amino acids from carbon reaches 97% efficiency with cell-free system Strategic angle: A groundbreaking method achieves high efficiency in amino acid synthesis, crucial for biological processes. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: Opening a new window into superconductivity by reimagining a classic tool Strategic angle: A groundbreaking approach to achieving room-temperature superconductors could revolutionize energy transmission. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: From free love to post-apocalyptic survival: A trend of redefining family has emerged Strategic angle: Chosen families are evolving but remain a cherished—and vital—lifeline for many. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: Designing better 2D electronics: Addressing anisotropic conductivity to cut contact resistance Strategic angle: The high-performance semiconductor devices powering smartphone displays, AI computing, EV batteries and more are increasingly incorporating 2D materials to overcome silicon's scaling limits. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: Why some regions are winning the fight against groundwater depletion Strategic angle: Exploring successful strategies in groundwater management for sustainable water supply. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: Climate variability poses a threat to cold blooded animals, research indicates Strategic angle: A new study reveals that cold-blooded animals struggle to adapt to temperature changes, increasing their vulnerability to climate change. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: Officina Stellare wins $2 million contract for lasercom ground station in Spain Strategic angle: Italian manufacturer Officina Stellare secures funding for advanced optical communication technology. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: Moss-associated nitrogen fixation helps sustain plant growth in warming permafrost ecosystems Strategic angle: Climate warming enhances plant growth in permafrost regions through extended growing seasons and improved root access. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: Chemo-optogenetic tool uses vitamin B₁₂ and green light to precisely regulate cell communication Strategic angle: Researchers at HKUST develop CarGAP to control gap junctions with precision. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: Rocket Lab launches eighth Synspective radar imaging satellite Strategic angle: Rocket Lab successfully deployed the latest satellite for Synspective, enhancing radar imaging capabilities. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: DNA analysis reveals two Hirondellea amphipods range farther and deeper than known Strategic angle: New study enhances understanding of deep-sea biodiversity and evolutionary processes. editorial-staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: New paper outlines pathways to equitable flood adaptation Strategic angle: A new study highlights the disparities in flood recovery efforts, focusing on the challenges faced by vulnerable communities in New York and New Jersey. editorial-staff Mar 20