Life Briefing: Your cat is likely to live longer if you don't let them roam—new study Strategic angle: A new study reveals that keeping domestic cats indoors can significantly extend their lifespan. editorial-staff Mar 12
Life Briefing: What's it like to be a bat? Scientists develop new solution to the puzzle of animal minds Strategic angle: Philosopher Thomas Nagel's question from 1974 inspires new insights into understanding animal consciousness. editorial-staff Mar 12
Life Briefing: The Rubin Observatory's LSST will detect imminent impactors before they crash into Earth Strategic angle: The Vera Rubin Observatory is set to revolutionize our understanding of near-Earth objects with its advanced alert system. editorial-staff Mar 12
Life Briefing: Enpulsion raises $26 million Strategic angle: Austrian company secures funding to boost satellite propulsion production and explore acquisitions. editorial-staff Mar 12
Life Briefing: Island warbler study finds immune genes shape gut bacteria in the wild Strategic angle: Scientists at the University of East Anglia uncover a link between gut health and the immune system through the Seychelles warbler. editorial-staff Mar 12
Life Briefing: DNA origami vaccine rivals mRNA shots while being easier to store and manufacture Strategic angle: A new DNA origami vaccine shows promise in competing with mRNA vaccines, offering advantages in storage and manufacturing. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: New view of 'frameshifting' shows how genetic info can get 'lost in translation' Strategic angle: Christine Dunham explores the complexities of the ribosome and its role in protein synthesis. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Earth's ice is melting: Where and how fast? Strategic angle: Melting glaciers and ice sheets are raising sea levels while the Arctic is poised to log one of its worst winters on record. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Plants pause, play and fast-forward their growth depending on types of climate stress Strategic angle: A new study reveals how plants manage their growth in response to climate stress, aiding in recovery and food production. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: AI Weather Models Show Promise for Hurricane Forecasts Strategic angle: New study reveals key physical limitations despite advancements in AI-driven weather prediction. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Goal-setting apps can backfire if goals are too easy—or too hard Strategic angle: A study reveals that the effectiveness of goal-setting apps hinges on the difficulty of the goals set by users. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Researchers use AI to develop RNA-based synthetic NAND switch in living cells Strategic angle: An interdisciplinary research team has created the first RNA-based genetic switch that mimics the logical behavior of a NAND gate. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Microplastic biofilms carry genes that could alter nutrient cycling in estuaries Strategic angle: A study reveals that microbial communities on microplastics in the Chesapeake Bay may impact nutrient cycling. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Female aggression, not just mate choice, may speed mosquitofish speciation Strategic angle: A study shows that female mosquitofish exhibit aggressive behaviors that contribute to behavioral isolation and speciation. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Florida's most at-risk bat moves into safer artificial roosts Strategic angle: Endangered bonneted bats find refuge in man-made habitats as natural options dwindle. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Uncovering the hidden bacteria often mistaken for cholera Strategic angle: Scientists have created a genomic blueprint for Aeromonas bacteria, which can cause antibiotic-resistant diarrheal disease—with symptoms often misidentified as cholera—in humans and animals. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Fish study shows that sexual harassment behavior might matter for ecosystems Strategic angle: A new study reveals that social behaviors related to mating in fish can significantly impact their ecosystems. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Generative AI could empower girls in STEM Strategic angle: New research highlights the role of teachers in leveraging Generative AI to enhance girls' participation in STEM. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Stacked quantum materials enable precise spin control without external magnetic fields Strategic angle: A breakthrough in spintronics could lead to ultra-energy-efficient electronics by overcoming challenges in controlling electron magnetic states. editorial-staff Mar 11
Life Briefing: Simulations suggest a breakthrough in understanding how turbulence develops Strategic angle: A new study revisits a century-old question about how turbulence starts, with implications for aircraft engineering and medical devices. editorial-staff Mar 11