Life Briefing: Scientists say BMI gets it wrong for over one third of adults Strategic angle: A new study reveals that BMI may misclassify a significant number of individuals when assessing health. editorial-staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Barents Sea Tied to Low Arctic Sea Ice Strategic angle: Patches of open water in the region contributed to low sea ice extent across the Arctic in March 2026. editorial-staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: The benefits of community Trap-Neuter-Return programs for unowned cats Strategic angle: Exploring how managing stray cat populations can positively impact communities and the environment. editorial-staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Map shows scale of ecosystem disturbance across Australia Strategic angle: University of Queensland researchers urge action to protect remaining ecosystems. editorial-staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Archival records reveal prevalence of sexually transmitted infections during Otago's gold rush less than purported Strategic angle: Research from the University of Otago indicates that sexually transmitted infections were less common during the gold rush era than previously believed. editorial-staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Frequent prescribed burns help young oaks thrive despite invasive grasses, study finds Strategic angle: A new study highlights the benefits of prescribed burns in promoting the growth of young oaks in the presence of invasive grasses. editorial-staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Study finds dangerous lead levels in children’s clothing Strategic angle: Fast fashion might come with a hidden danger: lead. Researchers testing children’s shirts from multiple retailers found every sample exceeded U.S. safety limits. editorial-staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Research Questions Legitimacy of Promoting Harmful Products Strategic angle: University of Otago researchers emphasize the need for marketers to reconsider practices that normalize harmful product consumption. editorial-staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Accelerator programs have more work to do when it comes to supporting women entrepreneurs, research finds Strategic angle: Research highlights the need for improved support for women in accelerator programs amid ongoing gender disparities. editorial-staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Scientists study radiation limits for safer seafood shipping Strategic angle: Researchers at Florida International University explore gamma irradiation to preserve vitamin D in fish during long-distance transport. editorial-staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Swift spacecraft reorientation buys time for reboost mission Strategic angle: NASA modified operations of an astrophysics spacecraft in a decaying orbit to buy more time for a mission later this year that will attempt to raise its orbit. editorial-staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Cell lineage tracing reveals early‑segregated germline in plants Strategic angle: New research supports Weismann's germ plasm theory, highlighting the separation of germ cells in plant development. editorial-staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: New microwave frying technique could make french fries much healthier Strategic angle: Scientists have discovered a way to make French fries less greasy without ruining their taste. editorial-staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: The unseen challenges of life on the moon Strategic angle: For the first time since the Apollo era, humans are preparing not just to visit the moon, but to live and work there for weeks, months—and eventually years. editorial-staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Dalí's 'sublime' amber medium may explain unusual aging in a museum masterpiece Strategic angle: A multidisciplinary team investigates the unique aging process of a Dalí artwork using advanced scientific methods. editorial-staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Q&A: Is the world really running out of chocolate? Strategic angle: Chocolate prices have jumped again this Easter, raising concerns about future costs and availability. editorial-staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Engineered E. coli dependency may help contain microbes to defined areas Strategic angle: Scientists explore dependency as a method to control microbial activity and location. editorial-staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: New 2D Material Demonstrates Capability for Ultrathin Waveplates Strategic angle: A breakthrough in 2D materials could enhance various technologies by improving light polarization control. editorial-staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Want to be a citizen scientist? Here are five ways to get involved Strategic angle: Discover how you can contribute to scientific research and make a difference in your community. editorial-staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: This tiny organism simply loves corners, using geometry to sense its world Strategic angle: A surprising observation in the lab has revealed a remarkable ability in Stentor coeruleus, a single-celled organism about one millimeter long. editorial-staff Apr 2