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Medical Xpress / Cracking open a can of cannabis—America's new pastime (for now)

At Fourth of July barbecues this weekend, Americans are more likely than ever to crack open a can of cannabis rather than a beer.

Jul 2, 2026
Phys.org / Newly discovered corn trait may help improve crop drought tolerance

Researchers report some corn plants are genetically predisposed to develop longer, less constricted water-conducting tissues and deeper roots, which helps them deal with drought. That's the conclusion of a team led by Penn ...

Jun 30, 2026
Medical Xpress / Anion gap remains pragmatic target during diabetic ketoacidosis treatment and resolution

Patients experiencing life-threatening diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) require quick action, diligent care and close monitoring as they receive insulin infusions and other medical interventions to bring their blood glucose and ...

Jul 2, 2026
Phys.org / Off-center stellar death points to wandering supermassive black hole stripped of its own galaxy

Astronomers have uncovered new details about the black hole that ripped apart a star in a tidal disruption event named AT2024tvd. Findings suggest it is a wandering supermassive black hole—the kind that is not located at ...

Jun 28, 2026
Medical Xpress / Neurobiologists improve symptoms of Huntington's disease with targeted brain stimulation in mice

Huntington's disease is a devastating brain disorder in which decaying nerve cells lead to progressively worsening cognitive and movement abilities. While the genetic mutation responsible for the condition is well known, ...

Jul 1, 2026
Tech Xplore / Physical pressure could make EV batteries last twice as long and reduce environmental impact

The key to making longer-lasting electric vehicle batteries may not be specialized materials or new chemistry, but simple physical pressure, according to new research.

Jun 30, 2026
Phys.org / Unexpected pathway turns water and CO₂ into climate‑neutral methane on nickel–zirconia

Natural gas still plays an important role in many industrial sectors, but it is a climate-damaging fossil fuel. TU Wien and the University of Innsbruck have now discovered an unexpected reaction pathway that makes it possible ...

Jun 29, 2026
Tech Xplore / Planning a trip this summer? Don't neglect your tech safety checklist

Summer is time for that well-deserved vacation. To get ready for your trip, make sure to get your tech life in order alongside other tasks like packing and making sure you've got passports and tickets.

Jul 2, 2026
Phys.org / LSST begins full operations with key contributions from Japanese researchers and engineers

NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory has officially begun full operations for the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST), one of the world's largest astronomical imaging surveys. Behind the scenes, Japanese researchers and engineers ...

Jul 1, 2026
Medical Xpress / Vascular organoid patches offer new hope for coronary artery disease treatment

Ischemic heart disease (IHD), also known as coronary artery disease, is a leading cause of death and morbidity in Western countries. IHD arises when blood vessels of the heart become clogged, blunting oxygen and nutrient ...

Jul 2, 2026
Medical Xpress / Billions of doses later: Global review confirms mRNA vaccines are safe, effective and full of promise

A sweeping global review led by researchers at the University of British Columbia has found that mRNA vaccines—now administered billions of times worldwide—are safe and highly effective at preventing infectious diseases like ...

Jun 30, 2026
Medical Xpress / Bacteria's 'mix-and-match' code could create new cancer-fighting drugs

A team of researchers at the University of Warwick and Monash University has solved a puzzle that has stumped drug developers for decades: how bacteria naturally create multiple versions of powerful cancer therapies. The ...

Jul 1, 2026