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Phys.org / Turning structural failure into propulsion

Solar sails have some major advantages over traditional propulsion methods—most notably, they don't use any propellant. But, how exactly do they turn? In traditional sailing, a ship's captain can simply adjust the angle ...

Dec 29, 2025 in Astronomy & Space
Medical Xpress / Visual analog scale has comparable validity for perennial allergic, nonallergic rhinitis

The visual analog scale (VAS) demonstrates comparable validity for perennial allergic rhinitis (PAR) and nonallergic rhinitis (NAR) severity and quality-of-life (QoL) impairment, according to a study published online Dec. ...

Phys.org / AI-driven breeding strategy aims to boost orphan crops for food security

With global population growth and climate change posing escalating threats to crop production, the current food system is unlikely to be sufficient to meet future demand. Although more than 12,000 plant species are edible, ...

Dec 30, 2025 in Biology
Medical Xpress / FDA approves Jascayd for progressive pulmonary fibrosis

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Jascayd (nerandomilast) tablets for the treatment of progressive pulmonary fibrosis in adults.

Dec 30, 2025 in Medications
Medical Xpress / Understanding childhood obesity: Causes, treatments and how to reduce stigma

While childhood obesity has become more common in recent years, this is a condition that is about more than just weight.

Dec 30, 2025 in Overweight & Obesity
Phys.org / I love my friends … I do not love their kids

At this time of the year, with lots of parties, family catch-ups and holiday plans, you might be reminded of how much you love your friends.

Dec 29, 2025 in Other Sciences
Phys.org / Heritage railway volunteers show how deep friendships can be formed without discussing emotions

"Let's face it, we're just not that into emotions," Brian tells me with a smile talking with other volunteers at a heritage steam railway in northern England. They are discussing a popular TV restoration show. Allan grimaces, ...

Dec 30, 2025 in Other Sciences
Medical Xpress / Exploring the occurrence of coal workers' pneumoconiosis-linked deaths

From 2020 to 2023, 1,754 decedents had coal workers' pneumoconiosis (CWP) listed on their death certificates, according to research published in the Dec. 18 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity ...

Medical Xpress / Prescribing of some controlled medications has decreased in youth over past two decades

In the past two decades, there were decreases in prescribing of some controlled medications to adolescents and young adults, according to a study published online Dec. 15 in Drug and Alcohol Dependence.

Dec 30, 2025 in Medications
Medical Xpress / Tirzepatide noninferior to dulaglutide for CV outcomes in type 2 diabetes

Tirzepatide is noninferior to dulaglutide with respect to a composite of death from cardiovascular (CV) causes, myocardial infarction, or stroke among patients with type 2 diabetes and atherosclerotic CV disease, according ...

Dec 30, 2025 in Medications
Phys.org / Rare jumping bristletail reveals new step in insect mating evolution

Understanding the evolution of insect mating behavior is essential for explaining how early insects adapted to life on land. A new study examines Petrobiellus akkesiensis, a rare jumping bristletail, and reveals that its ...

Dec 30, 2025 in Biology
Tech Xplore / Analyzer delivers real-time insights for US power grid

Researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory partnered with the University of Tennessee to develop a secure, affordable sensing device that delivers unprecedented real-time insight into electric ...