Politicians are not ignoring you, statistical analysis suggests
A new study using data analysis methodology has found that politicians do respond to public opinion and that voter voices still matter. The research argues against the notion that politicians ignore ordinary citizens....
Want to predict wildfire severity? Research says look to the state of vegetation
A recent study has found that the state of vegetation is a crucial factor in predicting wildfire severity. The research suggests that assessing vegetation health can help identify areas at high risk of severe wildfires....
AI-powered lab discovers brighter lead-free nanomaterials
A new autonomous laboratory has identified brighter, lead-free light-emitting nanomaterials using artificial intelligence. This breakthrough could accelerate the development of safer materials for various applications....
Study Sheds Light on Experiences of Older Homeless Women
A new study led by Boston University School of Social Work Professor Judith Gonyea puts the experiences of older homeless women at the center. The study highlights their struggles with navigating shelter environments, ma...
Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Found in Urban Lakes
Scientists from Berlin analyzed water samples and found a higher diversity and load of antibiotic resistance genes in urban lakes. The study suggests that urban waters are hit hardest by the issue....
Climate Change Increases Risk of Rodent-Borne Arenaviruses
A study from the University of California, Davis warns that climate change is likely to drive rodent-borne arenaviruses into new parts of South America. The researchers used a model to project the risk of human infection...
Wildfire Risk Assessment Tool Identifies Under-Resourced Communities
A new wildfire risk assessment tool indicates that over 400 communities in the Pacific Northwest are at greater risk than previously thought. The researchers suggest that their tool could inform fair distribution of risk...
Pennsylvania County Pays Incarcerated People for Their Work
Allegheny County, Pennsylvania is experimenting with a policy to provide cash compensation to people confined in the county jail. The funds include monthly disbursements and additional pay tied to work assignments....
New Breakthrough Could Change How We Remove 'Forever Chemicals'
Researchers have made a discovery that could change how we tackle the problem of PFAS, also known as 'forever chemicals'. The study suggests a new approach to breaking down these chemicals....
Estrogen in Both Male and Female Brain Shapes Responses to Trauma
A study found that estrogen plays a crucial role in shaping the brain's response to trauma, affecting both male and female brains. The research highlights the importance of considering the effects of hormones on brain fu...
NASA Welcomes Ireland as Newest Artemis Accords Signatory
Ireland has signed the Artemis Accords, a partnership with NASA to explore the lunar surface and beyond. According to Reuters, this marks a significant milestone in international cooperation for space exploration....
Traffic Particles Create Sharp Exposure Hotspots Near Busy Roads
A National Taiwan University study shows that traffic particles can create localized exposure hotspots near busy roads, intersections and elevated corridors. The researchers suggest targeted street-level planning to bett...
Synchrotron X-Rays Uncover Hidden Protein Binding Sites
Researchers used bright X-rays to design proteins with targeted functions. Their method generated new insights that allowed them to turn a single designed protein into two new proteins with completely different functions...
Trump's proposed NASA budget criticized by Planetary Society CEO
The CEO of the Planetary Society has expressed concerns about President Trump's proposed NASA budget, calling it a 'horrible threat to our future' in space. The proposed budget would significantly reduce funding for NASA...
Starmer says he's 'not going to yield' to pressure from Trump on Iran war
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has dismissed US President Donald Trump's warning that a trade deal between the UK and America can be changed. The comments follow Mr Trump's statement that the UK is being too soft on Iran...
Hantavirus: spread by rodents, potentially fatal, with no specific cure
A Hantavirus outbreak has been reported on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean. The virus is spread through contact with infected rodents and can be deadly when transmitted to humans....
Under-24s Illegally Targeted by Dutch Gambling Ads
A study found that some Dutch gambling ads targeted young people under age 24, despite a ban on such advertising. The researchers used Meta's ad library to identify the issue....
NASA Fosters Development of Lunar Resource-Seeking Technologies
NASA is working on developing technologies that will enable the extraction of resources from the lunar surface, including water and regolith. This initiative aims to support future human missions to the Moon....
Ancient Plaster-Making Technique Discovered in Motza Settlement
Excavations at the ancient site of Motza revealed a sprawling settlement with advanced technology. The researchers discovered plaster floors made using a technique previously attributed to the Romans....
Researchers Develop AI Tool to Reconstruct Ancestry in Minutes
Scientists at the University of Oregon have created an artificial intelligence tool that can read genetic code and reconstruct ancestry in a short amount of time, matching top statistical methods. The AI model scans the ...