Wild monkeys challenge a long-held assumption about the common ancestor of humans and chimpanzees
Wild sooty mangabey monkeys can bend the middle of their feet almost as much as chimpanzees flex their…
Unwritten Social Rules, Not Government Oversight, Help Keep Forest Land Sustainable
Newswise — COLUMBUS, Ohio – Swidden agriculture — often called “slash-and-burn” — has been practiced on every inhabited…
In development: guidelines for recognizing, treating brain injuries among first responders
Columbus, OH — First responders will soon have evidence-based guidance for traumatic brain injury recognition, management and return…
Across the universe, young stellar activity drives galactic evolution
PASADENA, Calif. – In a new study, astronomers have revealed new details about how young stars shape their galactic…
Unsealing cells’ ‘black box’ strategy to regulate gene activation
COLUMBUS, Ohio – While scientists have known for over two decades that all cells use a strategy called…
Scientists Complete Largest 3D Map of the Universe to Probe Dark Energy
A thin slice of the map produced by the DESI five-year survey shows galaxies and quasars above and…
This Popular Supplement May Interfere With Cancer Treatment, Scientists Warn
A common vitamin taken for hair regrowth may quietly distort key medical test results in cancer patients. Credit:…
Focusing in on Human Health Research at Annual Space Meeting
Newswise — COLUMBUS, Ohio – Long-duration spaceflight can chip away at an astronaut’s health, prompting scientists to find new…
Should You Trust Your Gut Feeling—Or Is It Anxiety?
Trust your gut. Listen to your inner voice. Follow your instincts. If you’ve ever faced a big, difficult-to-make…
DESI Finishes Observations for Largest 3D Map of Universe
Newswise — COLUMBUS, Ohio – In pursuit of understanding the role dark energy plays in complex physics, researchers have…
Researchers Reveal New Method for Dialing Up Superconductivity
Newswise — COLUMBUS, Ohio – Researchers have discovered evidence that superconductivity can be controlled by influencing the surrounding environment,…
Are food health trends like ‘fibermaxxing’ and ‘proteinmaxxing’ actually healthy?
First it was protein, now it is fibre: the “maxxing” mindset has permeated social media, as wellness influencers…