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Villanova sophomore Faith Yost just earned one of America's most prestigious undergraduate science scholarships for her groundbreaking work protecting tropical ecosystems. Her secret? Starting research as a freshman and never stopping.
Researchers at the University of Oslo have found a way to halt cancer stem cells in acute myeloid leukemia by targeting a molecule previously thought to worsen the disease. The breakthrough could lead to personalized treatments that stop cancer before it spreads.
A research scientist in Ghana is pushing to close the gender gap in science and technology fields. Her vision links women's participation in STEM to achieving global sustainability goals.
Melbourne researchers have created the world's first lab-grown heart valve tissues from stem cells, offering new hope for 28 million people with heart valve disease. The breakthrough could eliminate the need for risky replacement surgeries, especially for children who currently face multiple operations throughout their lives.
Two Lafayette College undergrads just earned the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship, awarded to America's most promising young scientists. Their win celebrates years of late-night lab work and mentorship that's shaping the future of medicine and geology.
Middle school girls in Albany spent their summer conducting real research, coding robots, and learning from women scientists. The STEMinista camp combined hands-on lab work with outdoor exploration and mentorship from female STEM professionals.
A new stem cell research center at a public hospital in Hyderabad aims to make cutting-edge regenerative therapy affordable for everyday patients. The facility will manufacture clinical-grade stem cells for trials targeting liver failure and other life-threatening conditions.
Florida's only STEM-focused university just teamed up with a leading Taiwanese tech school to supercharge innovation and create new opportunities for students on both sides of the Pacific. The five-year partnership opens doors for research collaboration, student exchanges, and real-world solutions in engineering and advanced manufacturing.
Two Utah State undergraduates just earned one of America's most prestigious STEM awards, beating out over 1,400 competitors nationwide. Their secret? Real-world research solving problems from winter road safety to wildlife conflicts.
Elite doctoral researchers are stepping into a California high school classroom to spark curiosity and make cutting-edge science feel within reach. The partnership is transforming how students see their future in STEM.
Mount Sinai researchers made old blood stem cells behave like young ones again by repairing tiny cellular recycling centers, boosting their regenerative power eightfold. This discovery could lead to treatments that help elderly people maintain healthier immune systems and reduce risks of blood disorders.
Three Rice University juniors just earned one of the nation's most prestigious STEM scholarships for groundbreaking research tackling diabetes, bone regeneration, and clean energy. Their work shows how the next generation is already solving some of our biggest challenges.
Babies born with Hirschsprung disease face a lifetime of surgeries because they're missing vital nerves in their digestive system. Now a UK research team has created a revolutionary stem cell therapy that could offer a permanent cure.
Four University of Illinois students just won prestigious Goldwater Scholarships for groundbreaking research that could transform everything from quantum computing to space exploration. Their achievements highlight a university leading the nation in STEM excellence.
British researchers have developed a revolutionary therapy that grows missing gut nerves from stem cells in just six days, offering hope for newborns with a life-threatening digestive disease. The breakthrough could end the need for repeated surgeries that many children currently face.
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.
Texas Christian University just received a $10 million gift to boost research opportunities that connect students across engineering, data science, and athletics. The Roach Foundation's investment will help TCU achieve top-tier research status while keeping students at the center of everything.
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.
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