T. rex's tiny arms were evolutionary trade-off for crushing bite force
A UCL study analyzing 82 theropod species reveals that giant carnivorous dinosaurs independently evolved smaller forelimbs in exchange for larger, more powerful jaws and skulls.
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Vienna chemists develop precise method to control molecular reactions via migrating charges
University of Vienna researchers led by Nuno Maulide developed a method using migrating positive charges to precisely control C-H bond modifications in organic molecules, enabling more efficient and sustainable chemical synthesis without complex catalysts.
MIT researcher develops AI models grounded in chemical principles for drug discovery
MIT Associate Professor Connor Coley develops AI computational models that design new chemical compounds and predict reaction pathways for drug discovery, embedding chemical principles into machine learning systems.
Cuba suspends higher education entrance exams due to energy crisis
Cuba's government has suspended entrance exams for higher education due to worsening energy blockade conditions, instead using student academic averages for admission to over 32,000 available university positions.
School board member charged with assault after inappropriate contact with student
Washington County School Board member Keith Ervin faces assault charges following allegations he hugged a teen student and made inappropriate comments about her appearance.
Stanford researchers discover neutrophils produce C4A protein linked to schizophrenia
Stanford researchers discovered neutrophils produce C4A protein, connecting immune system activity to schizophrenia risk. The finding links genetic factors, immune markers, and brain changes in the disorder.
Facial micromovements offer objective pain measurement beyond subjective scales
Rutgers researchers developed a method to measure pain objectively by tracking subtle facial micromovements and heart rate variability, potentially improving assessment for patients unable to communicate their symptoms.
Flu vaccine myths debunked: Expert answers to 5 common questions
University experts address five common misconceptions about flu vaccines, confirming they are safe, effective, and cannot cause flu infection despite common side effects.
Daily step targets: What science says you really need for optimal health
Health experts highlight the importance of daily walking and step counts for maintaining cardiovascular health, bone strength, and weight management, with brisk walking recommended as an accessible alternative to running.
Methylene blue shows promise protecting hair stem cells from stress in lab study
Research demonstrates methylene blue protects hair follicle stem cells from oxidative stress and enhances regeneration through β-catenin signaling activation, with potential applications for age-related hair loss.
Fused silk material rivals Kevlar strength while remaining biocompatible
Researchers developed a heat-and-pressure fusion process that transforms natural silk into ultra-strong biocompatible material rivaling Kevlar, with potential applications in medical implants and advanced communications.
Arts and Culture Linked to 4% Slower Biological Aging, UCL Study Finds
UK study of 3,500+ adults finds weekly artistic activities associated with 4% slower biological aging rates, measured through epigenetic markers similar to exercise benefits.
Powerful Jaws, Not Size, Drove Tiny Arms in T. Rex and Other Theropods
New research shows theropod dinosaurs evolved tiny arms due to developing powerful skulls and jaws for hunting large prey, not simply as a byproduct of body size increases.
Ancient horsetail plant produces water with extreme oxygen signature never before measured
Scientists discovered that water in living horsetail plants exhibits the most extreme oxygen isotope signature ever measured on Earth, challenging assumptions about how plants record evaporation and climate history.
College graduates boo AI cheerleading at commencements
College graduates are actively booing speakers promoting AI at commencement ceremonies, signaling generational skepticism about artificial intelligence's impact on their futures and job prospects.
IFSul abre seleção para Professor Substituto de Biologia em Jaguarão
Instituto Federal Sul-rio-grandense abre processo seletivo para uma vaga de professor substituto de Biologia em Jaguarão com remuneração inicial superior a R$ 8 mil e benefícios.
States Challenge Federal Limits on Student Loans for Healthcare Degrees
Five states are suing to overturn a federal rule restricting student loans for graduate healthcare degrees including nursing and physical therapy, citing workforce and access concerns.
IFFar-RS abre seleção para professor substituto de Matemática em Panambi
Instituto Federal Farroupilha abre processo seletivo simplificado para 1 vaga de professor substituto em Matemática no campus Panambi, com remuneração de até R$ 8.340,33 e inscrições até 28 de maio de 2026.
Climate change could quadruple homelessness in Australia within a decade
A University of Sydney study warns climate change could quadruple homelessness in Australia within ten years and make housing 45% less affordable, with generic housing policies potentially worsening social inequality without climate considerations.
Urban Animals Worldwide Show Bolder, Riskier Behavior Than Rural Peers
A global meta-analysis of 80 studies across 133 species finds urban animals exhibit heightened boldness, aggression, and risk-taking compared to rural populations, raising concerns about human-wildlife conflict and disease transmission.
Two Americans arrested after trespassing into viral monkey Punch's enclosure at Japanese zoo
Two American nationals were arrested in Japan after one allegedly trespassed into a macaque enclosure at a zoo to deliver a toy to Punch, a viral monkey famous for bonding with a stuffed orangutan.
Physicists detect potential dark matter fingerprint in gravitational waves
MIT physicists developed a method to detect dark matter signatures in gravitational waves from black hole mergers. Analysis of LIGO data identified one signal potentially carrying dark matter imprints, offering a new tool for probing the universe's greatest mystery.
Scientists Reveal How Afamin's Hydrophobic Pocket Stabilizes Wnt3a Transport
Japanese researchers used high-speed AFM to visualize how Afamin protein stabilizes and transports Wnt3a through a hydrophobic pocket, revealing dynamic structural changes essential for lipid-modified signaling molecules.
High school athlete criticizes CIF's shared podium rule as inadequate response to trans athlete dominance
A trans high school athlete's track dominance in California has reignited debate over transgender sports participation, with female competitors criticizing CIF's shared podium rule as insufficient.