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This Tuesday (09/17/24) - Topics sensationalized!:
Extreme Tattoos - Larry's Comments - Landslide - Universe not understood - Steady State Universe reborn - Alzheimer's articles - Breakthrough Gene Therapy for Glaucoma - Enzyme Inhibitors, Disarming Pancreatic Cancer - Weight loss stuff - Collagen Drink Improves Skin Aging - Antibiotics Erode Inner Defenses, Fuel IBD - AI-Powered Virtual Lab opens to cure Genetic Diseases - Cells Across the Tree of Life Exchange ‘Text Messages’ - Rethinking Exercise - Steady State Universe reborn (video) - Chinese Robot X30 Avoids Strangers - Energy Harvester Generated Endless Electricity From Seawater - Airborne LiDAR to predict walking travel times - Throwable Tactical Camera Transmits 360° - Wave Energy Project Receives European Union Approval - 14/YO Arrested For Selling Guns He 3D Printed - Siege of Masada Was Swift and Decisive - Neanderthal Find Sheds Light on Extinction - “Steppe” Invasion Theory in Iberia 4,200 Years Ago debunked - Cognitive Skills Linked to Longer Lifespan in Chickadees - Dogs' Brains Sync With Ours When We Gaze Into Their Eyes - Dogs Can Remember Words for Years - Why Termites Blow Themselves Up - wasp that bursts from a fly's abdomen like an 'Alien' - 'Grumpy' fish species discovered - New Species of Starfish off of Japan - New Theory of Everything, not - Giant Impact Did Not Form the Moon - Elon Musk: Starships Will Be Landing On Mars In 2026 - Comets brought water to planets and moons - Plasma Bubbles Have Appeared Over the Pyramids - Electromagnetic Vortex Cannon - OpenAI’s new “deep-thinking” o1 model - Be gentle with Googles new Pixel 9 Pro Fold - Contrail avoidance is less likely to damage climate by mistake than previously thought - Unexpected Particle Formation in Earth’s Atmosphere - After 2100, All Bets Are Off: Climate Scientists Reveal Dire Antarctic Ice Projections - Methane Levels at 800,000-Year High - New Study Challenges Predictions on Climate Cataclysms - Arctic Sea Ice minimum 2024, Three degrees Celsius - Alien is not real, but the truth is still terrifying.
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STN member Bill Warren

A landslide linked to climate change ‘rang’ the Earth for 9 days, researchers sayThe scale of the geological event is like something from prehistoric times, with a tsunami 200 meters--656 feet--in height. But it happened last year. Researchers warn that similar events may reoccur.

STN member Hameed Faridani

Observational study supports century-old theory that challenges the Big BangA Kansas State University engineer recently published results from an observational study in support of a century-old theory that directly challenges the validity of the Big Bang theory.

Reversing Alzheimer’s Early Defects? Scientists Discover Key Treatment TargetResearchers have found that targeting a class of sugar-modified proteins enhances cell repair, restores lost neurons, and reverses cellular changes linked to neurodegenerative diseases. A new study from Penn State researchers suggests that targeting a specific group of proteins involved in regula

Disarming Pancreatic Cancer With Enzyme InhibitorsResearchers at West Virginia University are advancing pancreatic cancer treatment by targeting a specific enzyme, myeloperoxidase, which typically aids in fighting infections but exacerbates cancer when overactive. The study, inspired by poor outcomes in existing therapies and a survival rate of

Safe Weight Loss: Obesity Medication Liraglutide Proves Safe for Children in Landmark StudyLiraglutide has been found to safely reduce BMI in children aged 6 to under 12, offering a potential new treatment for pediatric obesity. The obesity medication liraglutide was found to be safe and effective for children aged 6 to under 12 years, according to research presented at the annual meetin

Gut Reaction: How Antibiotics Erode Our Inner Defenses and Fuel IBDNew research reveals how antibiotics disrupt the intestinal mucus layer, increasing the risk of inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. Using sophisticated techniques like RNA sequencing and machine learning, the team highlights the need for new treatments that prevent th

Cells Across the Tree of Life Exchange ‘Text Messages’ Using RNA | Quanta MagazineLong known as a messenger within cells, RNA is increasingly seen as life’s molecular communication system — even between organisms widely separated by evolution.

This New Energy Harvester Generated Endless Electricity From SeawaterFrom seawater, researchers at the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM) have created a novel energy harvester that can continually produce

€19.6m Wave Energy Project Receives European Union Approval The European Union has given the green light to the €19.6 million WEDUSEA project, an initiative designed to advance the commercial production of la

14-Year-Old Arrested For Allegedly Trying To Sell Guns He 3D PrintedMost recently, 3D printing has found itself at the center of a legal storm, particularly with regard to the illegal production of weapon parts. In a j

New Neanderthal Find in France Sheds Light on Their Mysterious ExtinctionNeanderthal remains found in France support the theory that their isolated, antisocial lifestyle and inbreeding contributed to their extinction. Researchers suggest that early modern humans, who were more connected and able to avoid inbreeding, had a survival advantage. According to researchers f

Survival of the Smartest: Cognitive Skills Linked to Longer Lifespan in ChickadeesResearch on mountain chickadees reveals that better cognitive skills lead to longer lifespans and increased reproduction due to enhanced food storage and retrieval capabilities. Although ‘survival of the fittest’ continues to dominate in the animal kingdom, new research suggests that cognitive sk

Dogs' Brains Sync With Ours When We Gaze Into Their Eyes, Study FindsBonding on a deeper level.

Why Termites Blow Themselves Up: The Fascinating Chemistry of Their Defense MechanismsNeocapritermes taracua termites carry a life-ending enzyme that, when mixed with another compound during attacks, produces a lethal liquid, sacrificing the termite to protect its colony. Older worker termites of the species Neocapritermes taracua protect their colonies with an unparalleled defens

The First in Over 50 Years: Scientists Discover Stunning New Species of Starfish in JapanA new species of starfish has been discovered in Japan, marking the first such discovery in over 50 years. A new species of starfish has been discovered by researchers in Japan, thanks to a collaborative effort involving scientists, fishers, as well as aquarium and museum staff. The newly identifie

New 'grumpy' fish species discovered in the Red SeaA team of researchers at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology and the University of Washington has discovered a new species of fish that seems perpetually displeased. The researchers decided to call this new species the grumpy dwarfgoby.

Could comets have delivered the building blocks of life to ocean worlds like Europa, Enceladus and Titan?Throughout Earth's history, the planet's surface has been regularly impacted by comets, meteors, and the occasional large asteroid. While these events were often destructive, sometimes to the point of triggering a mass extinction, they may have also played an important role in the emergence of life on Earth. This is especially true of the Hadean Era (ca. 4.1 to 3.8 billion years ago) and the Late Heavy Bombardment, when Earth and other planets in the inner solar system were impacted by a disproportionately high number of asteroids and comets.

OpenAI Introduces ‘o1’ Advanced Reasoning ModelsOpenAI has introduced a groundbreaking series of models called ‘o1’ that specialize in advanced reasoning. These models, previously referred to as

Climate Mystery: Scientists Discover Unexpected Particle Formation in Earth’s AtmosphereResearchers found a new mechanism for particle formation in Earth's atmosphere, occurring when stratospheric air mixes with tropospheric air. This discovery challenges previous theories and may improve future climate models. You can think of our atmosphere as a big chemistry set, a global churn o

Methane Levels at 800,000-Year High: Stanford Scientists Warn That We Are Heading for Climate DisasterGlobal methane emissions have surged, undermining efforts to curb climate change. Human activities continue to drive emissions from fossil fuels, agriculture, and wetlands, pushing warming beyond safe limits. Methane emissions, a major contributor to climate change, have continued to rise without

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STN member Hameed Faridani

Something is wrong with our understanding of the Universe and the closer we look the weirder it getsOur picture of the cosmos is incredibly detailed. But it's by no means complete. There are crucial pieces missing in the cosmic jigsaw. And without them the picture just doesn't make sense.

New Alzheimer’s Study Unlocks the Secrets of Aging Brain CellsNew method uses patient-derived neurons to effectively simulate late-onset Alzheimer's and identify possible treatments. Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have created a technique to explore the impact of aging on Alzheimer's disease development. This new method a

Breakthrough Gene Therapy for Glaucoma Shows Promise in Vision RestorationScientists at Trinity College Dublin have developed a promising gene therapy for glaucoma, shown to protect retinal cells and boost mitochondrial function, with the potential to greatly improve treatment options. Researchers at Trinity College Dublin have created a promising gene therapy to trea

New Oral Weight Loss Drug Cuts Body Weight by 13% in Just 12 WeeksAmycretin, an oral weight loss drug, led to up to 13% body weight reduction in three months, showing potential for continued weight loss. While well-tolerated, further long-term studies are needed to evaluate its safety and efficacy. Individuals who received a once-a-day oral weight loss drug had

According to Scientists, This Collagen Drink Improves Skin Aging in Just WeeksA study found that combining collagen and elastin peptides in a drink improved skin hydration, elasticity, and reduced wrinkles in young and middle-aged women. This suggests that such supplements can help fight skin aging. As we age, the skin's collagen and elastin levels decline, resulting in sa

Scientists Discover Unexpected New Risk Factor for Alzheimer’sA Rush study has found that exposure to outdoor light in the evening could be a risk factor for Alzheimer's in individuals under 65 years of age. According to new research from Rush, exposure to outdoor light at night may be a major risk factor for Alzheimer's disease. While light pollution is a

CREME: A New AI-Powered Virtual Lab to Help Cure Genetic DiseasesCREME, an AI-powered virtual lab, developed at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, offers a revolutionary approach to genetic research by simulating CRISPR interference (CRISPRi). This tool enables scientists to perform virtual genetic experiments and predict their effects on gene activity, which sign

New Chinese Robot X30 Avoids Strangers And Objects On The GoDeep Robotics, a Chinese company based in Hangzhou, has earned a reputation for excellence in the field of robotics. In fact, it became the first in C

Comprehensive model uses airborne LiDAR data to predict walking travel times with unprecedented accuracyYou're a hotshot working to contain a wildfire. The conflagration jumps the fire line, forcing your crew to flee using pre-determined escape routes. At the start of the day, the crew boss estimated how long it should take to get to the safety zone. With the flames at your back, you check your watch and hope they were right.

New Study Debunks Widespread Roman Myth: The Siege of Masada Was Swift and DecisiveNew research reveals the Roman siege of Masada lasted mere weeks, overturning previous beliefs of a drawn-out battle. For years, historians have theorized that the Roman army's siege of Masada in 73 CE lasted three long years. Now, archaeologists from the Sonia & Marco Nadler Institute of

New Research Debunks Violent “Steppe” Invasion Theory in Iberia 4,200 Years AgoA new study disputes the theory that Steppe warriors violently replaced Iberian males 4,200 years ago, suggesting instead a peaceful integration with an already weakened local population. A new study from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and University of Murcia challenges the idea that warrio

Smarter Than You Think: New Study Reveals Dogs Can Remember Words for YearsA recent study has found that dogs with the special ability to learn the names of their toys can retain this knowledge for years. Some remarkably gifted dogs can learn the names of hundreds of toys. How is this possible? Like young children, who rapidly build a large vocabulary by not only learning

Dogs' Brains Sync With Ours When We Gaze Into Their Eyes, Study FindsBonding on a deeper level.

Parasitic 'horror' wasp that bursts from a fly's abdomen like an 'Alien' xenomorph discovered in Mississippi backyardScientists accidentally discover new species of wasp that lays eggs inside living, adult fruit flies, which then burst from the hosts' abdomens while they're still alive.

Elon Musk Says SpaceX Startships Will Be Landing On Mars In 2026Elon Musk claims that SpaceX will commence interplanetary travel in 2026 with the launch of its Starship megarocket to Mars. These first unmanned Mars

Contrail avoidance is less likely to damage climate by mistake than previously thought, researchers findA new study allays fears that rerouting flights to avoid forming climate-warming contrails could result in inadvertently making climate warming worse.

After 2100, All Bets Are Off: Climate Scientists Reveal Dire Antarctic Ice ProjectionsA study led by Dartmouth has compiled 16 models to refine projections of ice loss up to the year 2300. A study led by Dartmouth, involving over 50 climate scientists from around the globe, offers the first clear projection of how carbon emissions could contribute to the loss of Antarctica's ice she

The Window Widens: New Study Challenges Predictions on Climate CataclysmsA study reveals that predicting climate tipping points, such as those affecting the AMOC and polar ice sheets, is highly uncertain due to data limitations. Despite this, reducing greenhouse gas emissions remains critical, as climate instability grows with warming. A recent study in Science Advanc

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