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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.
After 15 years of skepticism, scientists finally cracked a technology that lets microscopes see tiny proteins in stunning detail. The laser phase plate could unlock mysteries about how proteins work inside living cells.
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.
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A British startup just sent a grapefruit-sized lab into orbit to study proteins linked to Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. In space, these shape-shifting proteins might finally hold still long enough for scientists to understand them.
Scientists are debunking the protein craze sweeping social media and supermarkets. Turns out, you're probably already getting everything you need from regular meals.
Those cheerful marigolds in your garden might be the next big plant-based protein source. University of Georgia researchers discovered the common flowers contain as much protein as quinoa, with special properties perfect for cooking.
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.
Israeli researchers discovered that a single protein called MTCH2 (nicknamed "Mitch") acts like a master switch for fat burning and storage in human cells. The breakthrough could lead to future weight management treatments without the muscle and bone loss seen in current medications.
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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.
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