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Daily briefing: How this year’s super El Niño is different
A microprotein atlas of the human frontal cortex in Alzheimer’s disease
Large-scale mapping of microproteins in the aged human brain
‘Multifunctional’ brain implant translates speech and gestures in real time
Science philanthropy is rising in Brazil ― upending a long tradition
Encoded and non-genetic protein variants expand human functional proteome
Drug firms’ secret data supercharge AI protein models
Fraud sealed the fate of controversial zoologist Paul Kammerer — 100 years on, his ideas deserve revisiting
UK universities are on the brink — what is their greatest source of stress?
The pet trade puts reptiles and amphibians at risk: close legal gaps now
How is climate change affecting conifers and their ability to sequester carbon?
The roots of astrology, the mysterious nature of time and more: Books in brief
Three wild dogs have traveled farther than any African mammal
Record-breaking “odyssey” suggests populations of these highly endangered carnivores are more connected than thought
Scientists find how “zombie” cells fuel inflammation as we age
Scientists discovered that aging cells can use malfunctioning mitochondria to unlock inflammatory genes and keep the immune system stuck in a prolonged state of alert. Blocking one part of this process reduced inflammation and improved healthy aging in mice, suggesting a promising new strategy for fighting age-related decline.
NSF memo implementing Trump’s ‘golden age’ of science unsettles researchers
New document emphasizes support for White House priorities over curiosity-driven ideas
Popular sweetener byproduct damages DNA in human cells
Sucralose, the artificial sweetener used in Splenda, came under scrutiny after a study found that a related chemical damaged DNA and weakened the gut barrier in laboratory experiments. But later findings have complicated that alarming picture.
Scientists find a new layer of Alzheimer’s hidden in the genome
Scientists found that the 3D organization of DNA is disrupted in several types of brain cells affected by Alzheimer’s disease, altering how important genes are switched on and off. The discovery reveals a previously underexplored layer of the disease that could open new paths for understanding and eventually treating Alzheimer’s.
Most men don’t know dairy is linked to prostate cancer risk
Most men may be missing an important dietary clue about prostate cancer. A new survey found that only 20% knew research has linked dairy consumption with increased prostate cancer risk, while 66% said they would consider avoiding dairy after learning about the connection. Studies have also associated plant-based diets with substantially lower risks of prostate cancer, progression, and recurrence.
AI uncovers hidden Ozempic side effects across 400,000 Reddit posts
AI analysis of 400,000 Reddit posts found that users of drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound reported unexpected symptoms including menstrual changes, chills, hot flashes, and fatigue. Researchers cannot say the medications caused these problems, but the patterns may reveal overlooked signals worth studying.
‘Chilling’ warning or overreaction? AI bioweapons report divides experts
Anthropic describes five cases where scientists in unnamed countries tried to use its Claude software for potentially nefarious work on viruses or toxins