Science Briefing: Terran Orbital Introduces New Star Tracker Product Line at SATSHOW 2026 Strategic angle: Terran Orbital Corporation unveils innovative star tracker technology at the annual SATSHOW event. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Rare mountain gorilla twins born in DR Congo: park authorities Strategic angle: In a rare occurrence in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, twin mountain gorillas were recently born in the Virunga National Park, renowned for its biodiversity but threatened by conflict. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: A captive chimp's instrumental performances hint at the evolution of vocal externalization Strategic angle: Ayumu, a 26-year-old chimpanzee, showcases musical talent, shedding light on human vocal evolution. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Significant grade inflation may be occurring in graduate education, according to decades' worth of data Strategic angle: Analysis of two decades of student data at a large U.S. university suggests that grade inflation exists in graduate education. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Dancing to invisible choreography, quantum computers can balance the noise Strategic angle: Large-scale quantum computers are on the horizon, but noise in quantum hardware remains a significant challenge. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Massive insect body size 300 million years ago may not have been due to high atmospheric oxygen Strategic angle: Research challenges the long-held belief linking insect size to atmospheric oxygen levels in ancient Earth. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Extreme global climate outcomes are possible even at 2°C warming, study warns Strategic angle: A new study reveals that significant climate impacts can occur even with a 2°C increase in global temperatures. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: How the body senses cold has been a mystery—until now Strategic angle: New research reveals the role of the TRPM8 protein in cold sensation. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Unusual signal may prove existence of primordial black holes Strategic angle: A pair of University of Miami astrophysicists could be on the verge of a cosmic breakthrough confirming primordial black holes. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Polymer uses movable molecular rings to overcome durability–degradability trade-off Strategic angle: Innovative design in polymer materials addresses the challenge of balancing strength and environmental impact. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: DNA Origami Positions Single-Photon Emitters for Quantum Technologies Strategic angle: A breakthrough method using DNA self-assembly allows for unprecedented precision in positioning molecules on ultrathin materials. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Infinity Avionics Unveils Aquila: The Next-Generation Space Imaging Solution for Complex Orbital Operations Strategic angle: Infinity Avionics announces the commercial launch of Aquila, a cutting-edge space imaging system designed for advanced orbital operations. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Project Hail Mary meets reality: 45 planets could harbor alien life Strategic angle: Astronomers have narrowed down the cosmic search for life, identifying fewer than 50 rocky planets among thousands of known exoplanets that may have the right conditions to support life. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Does a company's political power affect its success in obtaining federal contracts? Strategic angle: A study published in Contemporary Economic Policy investigates the influence of political investments on federal contract success. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Eight amino acids may explain salamanders' reduced cold sensitivity Strategic angle: Research reveals how specific amino acids contribute to temperature sensing in salamanders. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Are mercury levels elevated across US conservation lands? Strategic angle: A study reveals varying risks to wildlife from mercury pollution in the National Wildlife Refuge System. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: The world's great fish migrations are collapsing. That's a problem for millions of people Strategic angle: Hidden beneath the surface of the world's rivers, some of Earth's great animal movements unfold—migrations that rival, in sheer biomass, the famous mass movements of zebra and wildebeest across the Serengeti. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Successful minority employees can create a false sense of diversity Strategic angle: Highly successful women and racial minorities challenge stereotypes but may also create an illusion of organizational diversity. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Uncovering the evolutionary limits of the COVID-19 virus Strategic angle: A new study reveals that the COVID-19 virus has evolved rapidly but within constrained genetic boundaries. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Science Briefing: Kona Storms Flood Oʻahu Strategic angle: Back-to-back subtropical cyclones in March fueled destructive flash flooding on several of the Hawaiian Islands. Editorial Staff Mar 25