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Phys.org / 'Coral houses' are dotted throughout the Pacific. Now, scientists know exactly when they were built

The Mangareva Islands are about 1,600 kilometers southeast of Tahiti in French Polynesia. They get their name (which means "floating mountains") from the way the sea spray breaking on the surrounding coral atolls, or motu, ...

Mar 26, 2026
Phys.org / Arctic sea ice at lowest level ever this winter

Arctic sea ice reached its lowest level ever recorded, statistically tying last year's record, a leading US climate observatory for this geopolitically significant region said on Thursday.

Mar 26, 2026
Phys.org / From simulation to strategy: Climate modeling motivates action at the top

New research by MIT Sloan School of Management finds that global leaders who participate in facilitated engagements using an interactive climate policy simulator, En-ROADS, demonstrated a stronger understanding of climate ...

Mar 27, 2026
Medical Xpress / New research suggests FDA should consider redesign of proposed nutrition labels

Packaged foods offer convenience for families and individuals, but they can be a major source of saturated fat, sodium and added sugars, which when consumed in excess contribute to chronic disease. To help people build healthier ...

Mar 24, 2026
Medical Xpress / Scientists discover new genetic disease that causes premature aging and cognitive deficits

Scientists at Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute and an international team of collaborators have defined a new genetic disease marked by premature aging and deficits in brain function. The researchers have ...

Mar 24, 2026
Phys.org / First quantum oscillations observed in gallium nitride holes

Gallium nitride, a semiconductor that can operate at high voltages, temperatures, and frequencies, has enabled technologies from LED lighting to high-power electronics. Now Cornell researchers have observed a quantum property ...

Mar 23, 2026
Tech Xplore / LLMs and creativity: AI responses show less variety than human ones

Can using a large language model (LLM) make a person more creative? Prior work has shown that using LLMs can make creative outputs more homogeneous, but this homogenization could stem from the specific LLM used or from widespread ...

Mar 24, 2026
Phys.org / All 5 fundamental units of life's genetic code were just discovered in an asteroid sample

A new study reveals all five fundamental nucleobases—the molecular "letters" of life—have been detected in samples from the asteroid Ryugu.

Mar 22, 2026
Phys.org / New lipid nanoparticle design improves precision of mRNA vaccine delivery

Penn Engineers have redesigned a key component of lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), the delivery vehicles behind mRNA vaccines, to steer the particles toward lymph nodes while reducing off-target delivery to the liver. The advance ...

Mar 24, 2026
Tech Xplore / UK must improve energy efficiency to prevent future energy crises, study argues

As prices rise and the UK Government considers energy bill help once again, a new study warns that the country's approach to energy support is structurally geared toward short-term crisis response rather than long-term solutions.

Mar 26, 2026
Phys.org / Wildflower folk remedy shows modern potential for tackling antibiotic resistance

Scientists have proven that a wildflower steeped in folklore for its medicinal powers has genuine healing qualities—and the potential to help combat antibiotic resistance. Tormentil, a yellow wildflower found in heath and ...

Mar 23, 2026
Medical Xpress / Short-lived fish offer new insights into the aging immune system

Our immune system protects the body from infections and harmful changes throughout our lives. However, it loses its effectiveness with age, resulting in an increased risk of disease. But what happens when the immune system ...

Mar 24, 2026