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Phys.org / Australia's cutest mammal is now Australia's cutest three mammals
Australia is home to more than 60 species of carnivorous marsupials in the family Dasyuridae. Almost a quarter of those have only been scientifically recognized in the past 25 years.
Phys.org / New catalyst cuts precious palladium expenditure 100-fold by using recycled waste
Researchers have created a palladium-on-carbon catalyst for drug, pesticide, and plastic production that is very sparing in terms of precious metal use. In the new catalyst, palladium is carried on carbon particles manufactured ...
Phys.org / Injectable biomaterial delivers dual therapies to promote nerve repair after spinal injury
A team of researchers at Rowan University has developed an injectable biomaterial that could significantly improve recovery outcomes following spinal cord injuries. The study, recently published in the journal Biomaterials, ...
Phys.org / Cool is cool wherever you are: Study finds cross-cultural agreement
From Chile to China, cultures vary greatly around the globe, but people in at least a dozen countries agree about what it means to be cool, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.
Phys.org / Enhanced quantum computers and beyond: Exploring magnons with superconducting qubits
Devices taking advantage of the collective quantum behavior of spin excitations in magnetic materials—known as magnons—have the potential to improve quantum computing devices. However, using magnons in quantum devices ...
Phys.org / Global study shows worldwide threat of antibiotic resistance in livestock waste
An international study by Michigan State University and partner researchers has uncovered a hidden danger lurking in animal farms around the world: Livestock manure is packed with antibiotic resistance genes that could threaten ...
Phys.org / Bacteria hijack tick cell defenses to spread disease, study shows
Washington State University researchers have discovered how the bacteria that cause anaplasmosis and Lyme disease hijack cellular processes in ticks to ensure their survival and spread to new hosts, including humans.
Phys.org / Slowing RNA drug transport inside cells can boost effectiveness for genetic diseases
A recent study involving researchers from the University of Basel reveals that slowing down the intracellular transport of RNA-based drugs can significantly enhance their effectiveness. These promising therapeutics are currently ...
Phys.org / Wildfire smoke app highlights risks for populations living near urban-rural borders
Earlier in 2025, wildfires in southern California killed 30 people, destroyed more than 18,000 homes and burned more than 57,000 acres. The fires were stark reminders of the threat of worsening climate change, and the increased ...
Phys.org / Ants help detect spotted lanternfly invasions by carrying pest DNA in honeydew
Virginia may have a new ally in the fight against one of the most invasive insects threatening trees, crops, and other commodities. Virginia Tech researchers, led by Assistant Professor Scotty Yang, in the Department of Entomology ...
Phys.org / Santorini earthquakes traced to sideways magma movement in crust, not traditional volcanic centers
When the island of Santorini was rattled by thousands of small earthquakes earlier this year, many people were left mystified about the source of the tremors.
Phys.org / Ancient DNA reveals rare leprosy strain existed in the Americas for millennia
Hansen's Disease, more commonly known as leprosy, is a chronic disease that can lead to physical impairment. Today it exists in over 100 countries, and while the infection is treatable, access to treatment varies widely with ...
