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Scientists just released a free database containing over 1 billion predicted protein structures, eclipsing previous tools and making cutting-edge biology accessible to researchers worldwide. The breakthrough could accelerate discoveries in medicine and environmental science.
Scientists just released a free database of over 1 billion protein structures predicted by AI, more than quadrupling the size of previous collections. The breakthrough tool, ESMFold2, could accelerate discoveries in medicine and help researchers design new treatments for cancer and immune diseases.
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.
The AlphaFold protein database just added predictions for how proteins pair up, a breakthrough that helps scientists understand how life actually works at the molecular level. The freely available tool now includes 1.7 million protein partnerships across 20 key species.
Scientists are debunking the protein craze sweeping social media and supermarkets. Turns out, you're probably already getting everything you need from regular meals.
Scientists are on the brink of two major breakthroughs that could revolutionize drug development and disease treatment. New AI systems can now predict how proteins change shape and design custom proteins that bind to disease targets with stunning accuracy.
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.
The world's largest protein structure database just got a major upgrade that could speed up drug discovery and disease research. AlphaFold now predicts how proteins work together, not just alone.
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.
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.
Scientists used machine learning to discover that water, not just molecular frameworks, guides how proteins assemble into complex structures. The breakthrough could revolutionize how we design lightweight, crash-resistant materials inspired by nature.
A California company has cracked the code on sweetness using rare fruit proteins that taste exactly like sugar but are actually good for you. Time magazine already named it one of 2023's best inventions.
Women are leading a worldwide shift toward higher protein intake, with 51% of new protein seekers being female. The change reflects a growing focus on fitness, healthy aging, and overall wellness.
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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.
Scientists in China have discovered that a brain protein called Menin may hold the key to preventing age-related decline. When Menin levels dropped in mice, they experienced memory loss, inflammation, and other aging symptoms.
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.
Scientists in Singapore developed an AI system that maps complex protein structures faster and more accurately than ever before. This breakthrough could speed up drug discovery and help researchers tackle diseases more efficiently.
Scientists discovered a secret "control panel" on a protein that powers billion-dollar cancer treatments, opening the door to safer, more targeted therapies. The breakthrough could let doctors destroy disease while protecting healthy cells.
Scientists discovered that tau, the protein linked to Alzheimer's disease, plays a crucial role in creating memories that last. The finding could reshape how we treat dementia in the future.
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