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New research reveals soil microorganisms in productive ecosystems trap carbon far more efficiently than previously believed, offering fresh hope for natural climate solutions. The discovery could transform how we manage soils to fight climate change.
Researchers won an Ig Nobel Prize for burying cotton underwear worldwide to test how quickly healthy soil breaks down fabric. The quirky experiment is helping farmers and scientists measure soil biodiversity in a simple, low-cost way.
Australian researchers planted microphones in soil to listen to insects and worms, discovering that healthy dirt sounds like a symphony while degraded soil is just white noise. This breakthrough could replace expensive tests with an affordable tool anyone can use.
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 resistant soybean plants actively recruit helpful soil microbes to fight off a devastating pest, and these protective microbes can be transferred to help vulnerable plants. This breakthrough could revolutionize crop protection by turning soil into a natural defense system.
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 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 at the University of Lincoln discovered how to help soil naturally adapt to increasing salt levels caused by climate change. This breakthrough could protect crop yields in regions facing rising salinity without adding chemicals or new organisms.
Zimbabwe is doubling down on agricultural research to tackle climate change, soil infertility, and crop diseases threatening food security. The government is partnering with private companies to develop farming solutions that work.
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.
A 12-year experiment in Oklahoma revealed that keeping soil moist could prevent massive carbon releases that accelerate global warming. The discovery gives scientists a powerful new tool for protecting the planet.
A Florida researcher has discovered that just 10 U.S. states have laws incentivizing carbon farming, even though switching to regenerative practices could unlock $250 billion in economic value. As fertilizer prices spike 50%, farmers are finding the climate solution they need has been in the soil all along.
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