Life Advancing synthetic cells: A more flexible system to replicate cellular functions Strategic angle: Creating artificial systems that mimic the functioning of cells is a key goal of synthetic biology. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Dual-drug nanotherapy crosses blood–brain barrier, improving survival in preclinical glioblastoma models Strategic angle: Mayo Clinic researchers developed an experimental nanotherapy that delivers two cancer drugs directly to brain tumors, extending survival in preclinical models. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Fluorescence Imaging Technique Reveals Hidden Magnetic Chemistry in Living Systems Strategic angle: A groundbreaking microscopy platform developed by researchers at the University of Tokyo uncovers a new layer of biomolecular chemistry associated with weak magnetic fields. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Experiments Refute Dark Matter Claim Strategic angle: Recent research challenges long-held beliefs about dark matter, providing new insights into the universe's composition. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Cell 'snowball' may be answer to large-scale tissue engineering Strategic angle: Researchers explore the potential of cell spheroids for advancing biological growth and drug testing. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life New plan aims to track microplastics in U.S. drinking water, EPA says Strategic angle: U.S. officials are taking a closer look at what's in America's drinking water, including microplastics and leftover medications. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life 'Switch' behind flash drought in Puerto Rico uncovered Strategic angle: A rapid onset of drought in Puerto Rico poses challenges for producers and communities. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life What Artemis II’s astronauts will look for on the Moon’s far side What Artemis II’s astronauts will look for on the Moon’s far side Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Mechanical inputs boost diamond quantum sensor states as Q factor tops one million Strategic angle: UC Santa Barbara physicist Ania Bleszynski Jayich explores the potential of diamonds in quantum sensors. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Bacteria are weaving forever chemicals directly into their cell membranes, study finds Strategic angle: New research reveals how bacteria incorporate persistent pollutants into their biology. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Q&A: What drives the rise in red tides that threaten human health? Strategic angle: Exploring the factors contributing to harmful algal blooms and their impact on public health. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Analysis finds geometric thinking may come from wandering, not a human-only math module Strategic angle: A new analysis challenges the notion that only humans have the foundations of geometric understanding. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life How to eat an elephant: Fossil find in Tanzania shows oldest signs of butchering these giant mammals Strategic angle: Discover the prehistoric practices of butchering giant elephants in Tanzania, revealing insights into early human behavior. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Spring cold snaps harm nesting tree swallows, but some show resilience Strategic angle: A new study reveals the impact of climate change on tree swallows' nesting patterns and the challenges posed by early spring cold snaps. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life NASA Sets Coverage for Northrop Grumman’s CRS-24 Resupply Launch NASA, Northrop Grumman, and SpaceX are targeting no earlier than 8:49 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, April 8, for the next launch delivering science investigations, supplies, and equipment to the International Space Station. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Rating Community Resilience with a Deep Learning Framework Strategic angle: Exploring how AI can enhance the assessment of community resilience against natural hazards. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Moog Highlights Growing Satellite Bus Capabilities with Full‑Scale METEOR Reveal at Space Symposium Strategic angle: East Aurora, NY — Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B), a worldwide designer, manufacturer and systems integrator of high-performance precision motion and fluid controls and control systems will highlight its […] The post M Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life FOSSA targets Japan’s defense market as larger smallsats expand capabilities Strategic angle: Spanish startup FOSSA Systems is pushing into Japan’s defense market after securing a local partner to expand its reach, building on a shift beyond tiny picosatellites used to connect low-power monitoring devices toward Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Scientists identify potential new target for disrupting mosquito reproduction Strategic angle: A longstanding mystery in mosquito biology has been solved, opening a potential new path for controlling mosquitoes and the diseases they spread. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Why cats stop eating—it's not just fullness Strategic angle: Many cat owners have experienced the puzzling behavior of cats leaving food unfinished. Understanding this can help improve their feeding habits. Editorial Staff Apr 6