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Phys.org / New genetic discovery reveals why some plants are born to survive in a warming world

A genetic master map of ancient grasses could be the key to future-proofing global food supplies, according to a new study revealing why some crops are naturally better at surviving climate change than others.

16 hours ago
Phys.org / Do beaver dams really make flooding worse? Research casts doubt on beavers as flood culprits

Beavers (Castor canadensis) are widely recognized as ecosystem engineers, building dams that reshape water flow and alter the physical structure of rivers and streams.

16 hours ago
Medical Xpress / Meat consumption rises as protein trend grows, experts warn

A new survey from two food industry groups shows growing interest in meat as a "healthy" food choice, even as doctors warn that too much red meat can raise health risks.

12 hours ago
Medical Xpress / Antibiotics can trigger bacteria to release bubbles of inflammation tinder, making it harder to treat infection

Antibiotics are designed to kill harmful bacteria and help the body recover from infection. But some antibiotics may also push bacteria to release tiny particles that can make inflammation worse.

15 hours ago
Medical Xpress / Mixed reality platform performs on par with standard screens in skull base surgery

A new study led by University of Pittsburgh neurosurgeons, otolaryngologists and engineers demonstrates that a mixed reality (MR) streaming platform can deliver surgical performance comparable to traditional 2D video monitors ...

15 hours ago
Phys.org / Researchers unveil new AI-driven system set to transform coral reef restoration

UK researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind bespoke AI system designed to assess coral health and detect early stress, helping to prevent restoration projects from failing. Led by PhD research student at the University ...

18 hours ago
Medical Xpress / Can AI match medical interview assessments by clinicians?

Clinical interviewing is one of the most important skills physicians develop during their training. It forms the foundation for accurate diagnosis and effective patient care. However, evaluating these skills is often time-intensive, ...

15 hours ago
Medical Xpress / High antibodies create disparities in donor search for blood and bone marrow transplants

People who have elevated levels of donor-specific anti-HLA antibodies (DSAs)—immune system proteins that can target and attack donor stem cells—wait an average of three additional months to receive blood or bone marrow transplants ...

16 hours ago
Medical Xpress / Assistance dogs reveal a two-way care bond built on nonverbal trust

Assistance dogs are active caregivers, according to a new study by the University of Turku and Aalto University in Finland. The study examined the collaborative interaction between humans and assistance dogs. Dogs perform ...

16 hours ago
Phys.org / Hazy, hot and… shady? How street trees counteract air pollution and heat in American cities

It's a catchy tune, but The Lovin Spoonful's "Summer in the City" doesn't paint the picture of an appealing environment with its description of a sidewalk as "hotter than a match head." New research from Northeastern University ...

18 hours ago
Phys.org / New research finds workers are leveraging AI for career mobility as employers struggle to keep pace

The University of Phoenix Career Institute has released its sixth annual Career Optimism Index, a recurring national workforce research study of 5,000 U.S. working adults and 1,000 employers fielded January 21–February 6, ...

20 hours ago
Phys.org / Logged forests burn more severely than old growth, Tasmanian study finds

Tasmania's logged forests burn significantly more severely in a bushfire than old growth, University of Tasmania scientists have found in a study that provides the strongest evidence yet on a question with real consequences ...

20 hours ago