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Phys.org / Graphene quantum dots show promise in targeting Parkinson's-related protein clumping

The buildup of a protein called 𝛂-synuclein (ASN) into toxic clumps is a hallmark of synucleinopathies, a group of neurodegenerative diseases that includes Parkinson's and multiple system atrophy (MSA). These aggregates are ...

May 24, 2026
Medical Xpress / Doing puzzles and joining clubs could help you age well: New research

Growing old is a fact of life. But thanks to improved health care and innovative technology, more of us are living longer and healthier lives.

May 25, 2026
Phys.org / Less low cloud cover lets in more heat from the sun—and may lock in centuries of sea level rise

According to NOAA, the global average sea level has risen 8–9 inches (21–24 centimeters) since 1880. The rate at which the sea level is rising is increasing, threatening coastal cities and ecosystems around the world.

May 19, 2026
Science X / Hidden menstrual cycle patterns offer new way to track aging and long-term health

Scientists at SRI International in the US have developed an open-source tool designed to analyze the vast wealth of physiological data hidden within the menstrual cycle. Their long-term goal is to provide personalized health ...

May 21, 2026
Phys.org / Quantum metasurface boosts terahertz detection sensitivity by exploiting in-plane photoelectric effect

Being able to see light and detect radiation is of utmost importance at any frequency. While this challenge has been solved in the visible range, radiation detectors in the far-infrared and terahertz regimes are either not ...

May 23, 2026
Tech Xplore / AI assistants can accelerate scientific discoveries by helping design and interpret experiments

Two artificial intelligence (AI) systems that can assist throughout multiple processes involved in scientific research—such as generating hypotheses, designing experiments, and analyzing data—are presented in Nature.

May 20, 2026
Medical Xpress / Early warning signs: Poor grip strength linked to greater odds of developing depression

Handgrip strength is the maximum force a person can apply with their hand, and it is often used as a proxy for overall muscular strength, functional capacity, and aging. Scientists have found that it can also be an indicator ...

May 19, 2026
Medical Xpress / Whole health approach cuts chronic pain disruption in veterans after 12 months

A new study finds that an interdisciplinary, individualized approach to pain management, including coaching support and health goal planning, may reduce the impact of chronic pain on veterans. The findings are published in ...

May 25, 2026
Phys.org / China launches crewed space flight as part of moon ambitions

China launched its crewed Shenzhou-23 spacecraft and eased it into a successful docking with a space station early Monday as part of Beijing's ambitions to send humans to the moon by 2030, state media said.

May 25, 2026
Medical Xpress / When bariatric surgery may lower cancer risk: Insulin, sex and genes offer new clues

Substantial and sustained weight loss has been linked to a reduced risk of cancer and cancer-related death, mainly in women. Two new studies now provide clues to why the risk is reduced—and suggest that gender, metabolism ...

May 25, 2026
Science X / Seen from Mars, an interstellar visitor looks completely different and changes what astronomers thought they knew

Last fall, a Chinese spacecraft orbiting Mars captured images of a comet from another star system, offering scientists a fresh vantage on a rare visitor.

May 19, 2026
Medical Xpress / How 'zebra striping' on a night out can help you drink less—and potentially avoid a hangover

On a typical night out, the rhythm of drinking can be hard to control. Rounds arrive quickly, glasses are topped up before they're empty, and intentions to "take it slow" often dissolve by the second or third drink. If you're ...

May 25, 2026