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Phys.org / Are 'new towns' a solution to the housing crisis?

As housing prices continue to rise nationwide—not just in major metropolitan areas, but even in rural locations—there's pressure to create more housing. In Massachusetts, the 2024 Affordable Homes Act calls for 220,000 ...

Jan 8, 2026 in Other Sciences
Phys.org / Philippines evacuates 3,000 people after activity increases at Mayon Volcano

A series of mild eruptions at the most active volcano in the Philippines has prompted the evacuation of nearly 3,000 villagers from a danger zone on its foothills, officials said Wednesday.

Jan 8, 2026 in Earth
Medical Xpress / GLP-1 receptor agonists tied to reduced acute asthma exacerbations in teens with overweight, obesity

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) use is associated with a lower risk for acute asthma exacerbations in adolescents with overweight or obesity, according to a research letter published online Dec. 29 in ...

Jan 8, 2026 in Overweight & Obesity
Medical Xpress / IV iron found to be most cost-effective treatment for women with iron deficiency anemia and heavy menstrual bleeding

A single dose of intravenous (IV) iron dextran is the most cost-effective treatment for women with heavy menstrual bleeding and iron deficiency anemia (IDA), according to new research published in Blood Advances.

Phys.org / Heat-inducible promoters show varied expression patterns in sugarcane stems

Inducible promoters provide remarkable utility when sustained transgene expression compromises plant development or agronomic performance.

Jan 8, 2026 in Biology
Phys.org / Researchers build plasma accelerator that boosts electron energy and brightness at the same time

Researchers from the Department of Energy's SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), have designed innovative technology that can generate both high-energy and high-brightness ...

Jan 6, 2026 in Physics
Tech Xplore / How chameleon materials adjust to climate extremes in real time

Every summer, our cities burn energy to keep us cool. The same happens in winter with the increasing demand for heating.

Jan 8, 2026 in Engineering
Phys.org / Catalyst behavior that could cut emissions and stabilize supply of everyday materials revealed

A Rice University-led team has unveiled how tiny molecular structures on industrial catalysts behave during the manufacture of vinyl acetate monomer (VAM), a core ingredient in adhesives, paints, coatings, packaging, textiles ...

Jan 6, 2026 in Chemistry
Medical Xpress / Older people are more vulnerable in heat waves. Here's why—and how to stay safe

Southeast Australia is enduring a record-breaking heat wave, with temperatures rising above 40ºC in many areas.

Jan 8, 2026 in Health
Tech Xplore / Bringing Van Gogh to life: How VR could redefine the way we experience art and culture

Tampa crowds are currently sailing underneath Vincent van Gogh's twinkling "Starry Night" and drifting through his golden "Wheat Fields" in the 360-degree digital art exhibition, "Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience." The ...

Jan 8, 2026 in Consumer & Gadgets
Phys.org / Study suggests taking photos at live events can come at a social cost

At the start of a concert, a voice may come over the speakers warning members of the audience not to take photos or videos of the performance.

Jan 8, 2026 in Other Sciences
Phys.org / Europe's most active volcano is erupting, and tour guides are told to stay away

Guides who take tourists to enjoy the striking views of Sicily's Mount Etna are up in arms over tougher restrictions imposed by local authorities after a round of eruptions at the giant volcano in recent weeks.

Jan 8, 2026 in Earth