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A Stanford researcher developed a groundbreaking curriculum showing that teaching genetics accurately can fight prejudice in teenagers. Though his NSF grants were canceled, his published work is already helping teachers nationwide combat racism through science education.
Scientists are calling for more collaborations between artists and researchers to rebuild public confidence in science. The strategy comes as funding cuts threaten research programs worldwide.
A shy Austrian monk, deemed too timid for priesthood, bred 28,000 pea plants in a quiet monastery garden and accidentally discovered the laws of genetics. His groundbreaking work went unnoticed for decades, but eventually transformed our entire understanding of heredity.
Two researchers independently discovered that ALS and frontotemporal dementia can share the same genetic cause, transforming how doctors treat these devastating conditions. Their breakthrough won them a 2026 Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences.
A major science organization is launching a digital series that shows how Earth science research translates into real solutions for communities worldwide. The series premiews in December 2026 and goes global in January 2027.
Over 900 Calgary students from Grade 5 to 12 are presenting their self-designed science experiments at the city's largest youth science fair this weekend. Two Grade 12 students developed a promising wound infection detector using red cabbage extract after a cooking accident sparked their curiosity.
A scientist who discovered a major genetic cause of two devastating brain diseases just won one of the world's most prestigious science prizes. Her 2011 breakthrough opened new doors for families seeking answers and researchers working on treatments. #
Six international partners just pledged $42 million to fuel Africa's ambitious 10-year science and innovation strategy. The funding will help African nations build stronger research systems and solve local challenges through homegrown science.
Scientists are studying people over 107 years old in Brazil to understand what helps humans live extraordinarily long, healthy lives. The research could reveal genetic keys to extreme longevity that benefit everyone.
Australian koalas are rewriting the rules of genetics by bouncing back from near-extinction with surprising genetic diversity. Their recovery offers hope for endangered species worldwide facing similar threats.
A public health professor is slashing his annual research output from 15 papers to just seven, betting that quality beats quantity in science. His radical move challenges a system where some researchers now pump out more than 60 papers yearly.
Australian scientists have developed a revolutionary platform that can analyze over 100 genetic risk factors for multiple sclerosis at once. This breakthrough could lead to personalized treatments for thousands living with the unpredictable disease.
A chocolate-loving nun who lived to 116, a 107-year-old supermarket worker, and a woman who won her first swim competition at 100 are unlocking secrets to extreme longevity. Brazilian researchers studying 160 centenarians found genetics, not perfect diets or healthcare access, may hold the key to living past 110.
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Trinity College just unveiled a privately funded plan to triple the Cambridge Science Park's size, creating 20,000 high-value jobs while opening a free public Park of Science to inspire local kids in STEM. The 50-year masterplan transforms Britain's oldest science park into a £3 billion innovation hub for life sciences, tech, and clean energy.
China's largest research institution is redirecting funds from expensive Western science journals to build its own publishing system. The move could reshape global science publishing and make research more accessible worldwide.
A billionaire-backed vessel is revolutionizing marine research by pairing cutting-edge science with Hollywood-level storytelling. OceanXplorer partners with local scientists worldwide to explore the deep sea while sharing discoveries with millions online.
A tiny organism from an Oxford pond uses DNA in a way scientists have never seen before, reassigning two genetic "stop signs" to build proteins instead. The accidental discovery reveals nature's flexibility and hints at countless genetic surprises still waiting in the microscopic world.
A naturally occurring genetic mutation carried by 14% of people significantly lowers the risk of colorectal cancer, offering new hope for personalized prevention. After decades of being overlooked by standard genetic tests, researchers have finally proven this variant acts as a protective shield.
A Panama City science museum is turning cocktail hour into a chemistry lesson. Local bartenders will demonstrate the science behind mixology while guests vote for the best drinks.
Rebecca Maynard, a high school science teacher in Massachusetts, has earned one of just six national awards recognizing excellence in teaching. Her work includes bringing real-world climate science into the classroom through expeditions to Kenya and Alaska.
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