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Viral videos showed female octopuses hurling objects at males, but the real science tells a sweeter story. Researchers studying Australia's gloomy octopus discovered these intelligent creatures might just be tidying up their homes.
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A fossil that held the world record for the earliest known octopus just lost its title after new research revealed it's actually a nautilus relative. Scientists used cutting-edge imaging to solve a mystery that stumped researchers for over two decades.
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.
Scientists discovered that octopuses evolved a unique cellular mutation that makes their brains extraordinarily accurate at building proteins, potentially explaining their remarkable intelligence. This breakthrough could one day help treat Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease in humans.
Researchers exploring near the Galapagos Islands discovered an adorable powder blue octopus species that doesn't belong anywhere near its tropical home. This golf ball-sized marine wonder has scientists puzzled and delighted.
Researchers exploring the ocean floor near the Galapagos Islands discovered a golf ball-sized, powder blue octopus that represents an entirely new species. The tiny cephalopod has a dark purple underside that likely helps it hide glowing prey from predators.
Scientists at Dartmouth discovered that octopuses can learn to use mirrors as tools to locate hidden food, joining an exclusive club of animals previously limited to mammals and birds. This breakthrough reveals just how smart these eight-armed creatures really are.
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.
A new AI system from China's Zhejiang University just claimed the top spot on an international test for autonomous scientific research, beating out major competitors. The breakthrough shows how AI is getting better at thinking through complex research problems independently.
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.
Billions in private donations are accelerating life-saving medical discoveries that might otherwise take decades or never happen. From cancer treatments to brain disease research, philanthropic funding is helping researchers pursue bold ideas with the flexibility government grants can't provide.
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After nearly 18 months of halted funding that threatened decades of HIV and TB research, the US National Institutes of Health has reversed its ban on South Africa. The decision restores hope for global health progress and hundreds of research jobs.
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.
Researchers discovered fossils of colossal octopuses that stretched longer than school buses 100 million years ago. The massive predators showed signs of intelligence and hunted with powerful jaws that crushed prehistoric crustaceans.
Finland's Kordelin Foundation is handing early career researchers €45,000 grants to turn their doctoral work into real-world impact. The program supports fresh PhDs exploring everything from groundbreaking research to startup ventures.
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.
South Korean scientists created a revolutionary adhesive patch by studying octopus tentacles that sticks to wet, oily surfaces without harsh chemicals. The thumbnail-sized patch could transform wound care and industrial applications within three years.
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