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A 20-year study of over 105,000 women found that eating Mediterranean foods like olive oil, nuts, and vegetables can reduce stroke risk by up to 25%. The research offers hope for preventing one of the world's most devastating diseases.
Leading autism researchers and advocates formed a new independent committee to guide autism research priorities and counter recent federal changes. The group aims to unite the autism community and protect evidence-based research as funding reaches $568 million annually.
Italian researchers found Mediterranean ports can produce affordable green hydrogen using solar and wind power, potentially fueling Europe's clean energy future. The breakthrough could make hydrogen competitive with fossil fuels.
A scientist who revolutionized protein research is now tackling science's reproducibility crisis with AI. His new approach could help researchers separate reliable studies from questionable ones, speeding up cures for diseases like Alzheimer's.
Scientists now have access to an AI tool that filters through 150 years of research data to deliver trustworthy answers in seconds. CAS Newton helps researchers move from question to verified answer without drowning in information overload.
When US funding cuts threatened to collapse decades of life-saving health research in South Africa, the country fought back with a $32 million rescue package. Now 59 critical HIV and tuberculosis research projects are moving forward.
South Korea is creating a new research movement to produce globally recognized scientists like Jane Goodall by focusing on uniquely Korean topics. The K-Science initiative aims to blend the nation's culture, history, and environment with cutting-edge research.
Jennifer Ferris transformed a "Wild Wild West" research environment into a thriving 17-person operation, earning the first university-wide staff award ever given to UT Health Sciences' Knoxville campus. Her journey from solo clinical trial coordinator to award-winning director shows how one person's vision can reshape an entire research community.
Nigeria's medical research institute has unveiled a biobank containing over 400,000 biological samples that could revolutionize how the country understands and treats diseases. The massive collection offers locally generated data that researchers say will lead to better health outcomes for millions of Africans.
After federal research funding collapsed and thousands of scientists lost their jobs, a new model of community-driven science is taking root across America. From state-funded research bonds to mobile MRI scanners in rural towns, researchers are discovering that science doesn't need ivory towers to thrive.
A six-year study of nearly 5,000 adults found that combining a Mediterranean diet with modest calorie cuts, regular walking, and weight loss coaching prevented diabetes in 31% more people than diet alone. For every 100 people who followed the program, three avoided developing type 2 diabetes.
A treasure trove of ancient helmets mistaken for Roman relics for 30 years turned out to be something even more fascinating. New research reveals they're actually medieval military cargo that unlocks secrets of a vast Mediterranean trade network.
Librarians are breaking free from the "service provider" stereotype to become valued research partners and co-authors on scientific studies. One librarian's expertise in consumer health and digital literacy earned them spots on multiple research teams.
The European Union just unlocked €25 billion to transform the Mediterranean into a renewable energy powerhouse by 2035. This massive investment will develop 15GW of clean energy across north Africa and the eastern Mediterranean while creating jobs and slashing energy costs.
Scientists at Stanford, MIT, and Cambridge are using Google DeepMind's Co-Scientist AI to accelerate breakthroughs in liver disease, aging, and infectious diseases. The system helps researchers digest decades of studies in days, spotting connections humans might miss.
A coalition of major scientific organizations just unveiled a new "Trust Seal" to help readers spot reliable research in an age of AI-driven information. The community-led initiative aims to rebuild confidence in science by recognizing publications that follow the highest standards.
A high school junior just became a published medical researcher, analyzing surgical techniques that could help liver cancer patients live longer. His work passed the same peer review process as professional scientists.
Over 1,500 researchers at MIT.nano now access 200+ advanced research tools through a streamlined system that makes cutting-edge science easier than ever. The new platform turns what used to be a scheduling headache into a seamless experience that keeps innovation moving.
Two Georgetown undergrads took first place at a major academic competition for their groundbreaking work studying genes linked to autism. Their research using fruit flies could help identify future therapy targets for people with autism.
Scientists reveal how water-focused strategies in the warming Mediterranean deliver wins for food, energy, and ecosystems all at once. Simple shifts like eating local diets and smarter farming are already working across the region.
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