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Phys.org / Bird flu spread could be impacted by where waterfowl like to live

The movement patterns of waterfowl, including ducks, swans and geese, may affect the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza in bird populations, according to a new study from the University of Georgia. The findings are ...

Apr 7, 2026
Medical Xpress / New studies show brain injury and mental health conditions more likely following intimate partner violence

Women experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV) are at higher risk of experiencing brain injury and mental health conditions, according to new research from Monash University.

Apr 8, 2026
Phys.org / After milestone-rich lunar flyby, astronauts start trip home

The Artemis II astronauts wrapped up their lunar flyby as they continue their journey back to Earth on Tuesday, bringing with them rich celestial observations including little-known lunar craters, a solar eclipse and meteor ...

Apr 7, 2026
Phys.org / Tech can enable cross-species experiences, new research suggests

Giving lemurs the chance to use technology to share control of sensory experiences with zoo visitors can help create meaningful connections between humans and animals, new research suggests.

Apr 7, 2026
Phys.org / Ranks of Disparity: New approach fixes flaw in fairness algorithms

As organizations increasingly rely on algorithms to rank candidates for jobs, university spots, and financial services, a new method, named hyperFA*IR, offers a more principled approach when picking candidates based on a ...

Apr 7, 2026
Phys.org / Research traces evolution of anglerfishes' famed fishing-rod lures

Anybody who has seen "Finding Nemo" knows about those captivating monsters of the sea: anglerfishes. Variously horrific or alien-looking, many female anglerfishes sport long, protruding lures used for enticing prey or signaling ...

Apr 8, 2026
Phys.org / Engineered tobacco plant can produce five psychedelics, including psilocybin and DMT

Compounds in psychedelic drugs like DMT, psilocybin, and psilocin are naturally produced in certain plants, fungi, and animals, and have a long history of use in spiritual and therapeutic contexts. Now, a considerable amount ...

Apr 2, 2026
Phys.org / From joyrides to assault, 'crimefluencer' networks are coercing young people into breaking the law

You have probably never heard the term "crimefluencer." These are members of decentralized online crime networks who take crime content and amplify it to build notoriety and status in their online communities.

Apr 8, 2026
Tech Xplore / New software may nearly double pooled SSD performance in data centers

To improve data center efficiency, multiple storage devices are often pooled together over a network so many applications can share them. But even with pooling, significant device capacity remains underutilized due to performance ...

Apr 7, 2026
Medical Xpress / Treating tumors independently of oxygen: Photodynamic therapy uses hydrogen peroxide instead

Photodynamic treatment of cancer is based on administering an initially inactive substance that is only activated in the tumor via targeted light irradiation. It then generates reactive oxygen species that kill the cancer ...

Apr 7, 2026
Medical Xpress / How maternal psychological anxiety could harm a developing fetus

Fetal development is a critical stage with effects that can last throughout life. Yet, identifying the effects of maternal psychological stress on the fetus has been difficult, mainly because stressful events often produce ...

Apr 8, 2026
Phys.org / Molecular 'leash' measures force-sensing protein activation at about 15 piconewtons

Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have built a molecular "leash" to pull directly on a force-sensing protein called Piezo1, and discovered it switches on at about 15 piconewtons, proving that it can ...

Apr 7, 2026