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Phys.org / Turkey will host COP31, Australia will play a role. So where does that leave the Pacific?

After a long and deadlocked bidding process for Australia and Pacific Island nations to co-host the UN climate summit (COP31), the event will now be hosted by Turkey. Australia's Climate Minister, Chris Bowen, will reportedly ...

Nov 20, 2025 in Earth
Phys.org / Enzyme-free approach gently detaches cells from culture surfaces

Anchorage-dependent cells are cells that require physical attachment to a solid surface, such as a culture dish, to survive, grow, and reproduce. In the biomedical industry, and others, having the ability to culture these ...

Nov 18, 2025 in Biology
Medical Xpress / How a key protein helps drive healthy longevity by maintaining a precise balance

Researchers at Bar-Ilan University have discovered how the longevity-associated protein Sirt6 orchestrates a delicate molecular balancing act that protects the body from age-related decline and disease. The new findings, ...

Nov 18, 2025 in Gerontology & Geriatrics
Medical Xpress / Physicians map patients' brain waves to personalize epilepsy treatment

Mayo Clinic researchers have developed a new, personalized approach to deep brain stimulation (DBS) for people with drug-resistant epilepsy. By mapping each patient's unique brain wave patterns, the method allows physicians ...

Nov 20, 2025 in Neuroscience
Phys.org / Aliens? Submarines? Gassy whales? Mystery bubbles off California coast spark intrigue, theories

Is it a gassy whale? A top secret submarine? Godzilla rising from the surfer-filled waters of Hermosa Beach?

Nov 20, 2025 in Earth
Tech Xplore / Experts detect AI text by looking for human idiosyncrasies, like word variation and complex sentences

One of the things that AI doesn't have that humans have in abundance is fingerprints.

Nov 20, 2025 in Hi Tech & Innovation
Medical Xpress / Does masturbating really help menopause symptoms? New research says yes

About 1 in 10 perimenopausal or menopausal women masturbate to relieve their symptoms, according to a study that has generated media interest around the world.

Nov 20, 2025 in Obstetrics & gynaecology
Medical Xpress / Exercising in mid and later life can reduce dementia risk, new study suggests

For years, scientists have known that moving our bodies can sharpen our minds. Physical activity boosts blood flow to the brain, enhances neuroplasticity and reduces chronic inflammation. These processes are believed to protect ...

Medical Xpress / How GLP-1s impact the heart and kidneys of veterans with type 2 diabetes

Public interest in drugs known as glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, also called GLP-1 RAs, has surged in recent years, with popular types like semaglutide (sold under brand names like Ozempic and Wegovy) becoming ...

Nov 19, 2025 in Diabetes
Phys.org / Wine grape still carries molecular memory of its ancestry after 400 years, study finds

About 400 years ago, a cross between cabernet franc and sauvignon blanc gave birth to cabernet sauvignon. Today, cabernet sauvignon is the world's most-planted wine grape, dominating vineyards from Napa to Bordeaux. New research ...

Nov 18, 2025 in Biology
Medical Xpress / Auditory illusions: New research discovers how our ears play tricks on us

Inspired by owls and their amazing ability to find their prey by hearing alone, my team decided to test how good humans are at discerning sounds.

Nov 20, 2025 in Psychology & Psychiatry
Tech Xplore / You got a drone for the holidays. Now what?

They perform spectacular shows at amusement parks and sporting events. They deliver medicine and help monitor security. They make great gifts. What are they?

Nov 20, 2025 in Consumer & Gadgets