Cysteine Steers T‑cells Toward Proliferation or Tumor Killing
Cysteine directs T cells to either multiply or attack tumors by fueling distinct metabolic pathways, suggesting new strategies to fine-tune immune responses in cancer therapy. immunometabolism
Hammerhead Sharks Show Thermal Flexibility, Sustaining
Great hammerhead sharks maintain high hunting performance across a broad range of ocean temperatures, indicating notable thermal flexibility that may influence their future distribution as ocean conditions change. marinebiology
NASA's “Fastest” Reentry Matches Apollo 10 Speeds
NASA claims the Art. 2 reentry will be the fastest crew entry ever at "about 25000 mph" (i.e. somewhere in the range 10.95 to 11.40 km/s). However the Horizons trajectory for Art2 appears to give 11.06 km/s (inertial) while Apollo...
Women Possess Significantly Sharper Sense of Smell than Men
On the topic of gender differences in various capabilities, did you know that women have substantially stronger smell sensitivity than dudes? https://t.co/PPAoGZv8Vx
Understanding EM Wave Reflection, Refraction, and Brewster’s Angle
New #electrodynamics #physics video - looking at reflection and transmission of electromagnetic waves. Snell's law and Brewster's angle. https://youtu.be/_dFKj6OE05I
Cannabis and Tobacco Use Shrink Brain Volume
Cannabis and tobacco use linked to smaller brain volume https://t.co/Yguo8WjHTh via @medical_xpress #lifestylemedicine #brainhealth #health
Artemis II Crew Set to Launch Around Moon Tomorrow
The countdown is on! In under a day hopefully the Artemis II crew of 4 will be on their way around the moon. 👨🚀👨🚀👩🚀👨🚀 https://t.co/kwANSZYAmO
Researchers Claim Breakthrough Beyond Solar Efficiency Limit
Have researchers broken through the “impossible” solar conversion ceiling? #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/JLYVABWY2U https://t.co/T1C7TpKgIx
Stroke Triggers Youthful Rewiring in Healthy Brain Regions
Study finds stroke can make undamaged parts of the brain appear younger as it rewires to aid recovery https://t.co/r39ZMz5AGU
Plant‑based Diets Cut Most Cancer Risks, Raise a Few
Vegetarian diets and cancer risk: pooled analysis of 1.8 million women and men in nine prospective studies on three continents "Compared to meat eaters, poultry eaters had lower risk of prostate cancer (0.93, 0.88–0.98), pescatarians had lower risks of colorectal (0.85,...
Gut Microbes May Shape Age‑Related Memory Loss
Memory loss with age varies widely and may be influenced not just by the brain but by gut microbes and body–brain signaling pathways that scientists are still working to understand and potentially treat. https://t.co/ybi9Kp1E90
Paul Ehrlich's Legacy Highlights Planetary Fragility
"Understanding the fragility of our planetary home: The legacy of Paul Ehrlich" | Commentary in @BulletinAtomic by myself, @PeterGleick & John P. Holdren: https://t.co/2b61PnCaHM
Legitimate AI Emissions Debate Swamped by Hysteria
It's legitimate to point out the carbon emissions of AI data centers. And there is also much unfair distortion and near hysteria. Anti-AI articles and posts get great traction, so the incentives are to bash AI.
One Year of Emissions Impacts Climate for a Century
This is one of the most fascinating and under-appreciated figures of the recent IPCC AR6 report (Figure 6.16). It shows the effects of a single year of emissions after 10 and 100 years, and really illustrates the difference between stock...
Low Placebo Response Skews Psychedelic Depression Trial Results
I was interviewed about a study of GH001, vaporized 5-MeO-DMT, for treatment-resistant depression. I commented that, while promising and encouraging, the thing that popped out to me was the almost complete lack of placebo response in the placebo group. Even...
Data Illuminates Dark Matter and Energy Mysteries
Data helps better understand the nature of dark matter, dark energy, and other unknown aspects of the universe. https://t.co/LxSYnpdfkp #sustainability #infrastructure #IoT #AI #5G #cloud #edge #futureofwork https://t.co/ReLiCk3grm
Killer Cells Eradicate Superbugs in a Single Day
Forget Antibiotics: These Killer Cells Wipe Out Deadly Superbugs in a Day by @ShellyFan https://t.co/KVAaK61555 https://t.co/cXP8loNRHn
Irregular Bedtimes Double Your Heart Disease Risk
Irregular Bedtime Doubles Cardiac Risk - https://t.co/zh3GeyBz0n via @neurosciencenew #sleep #lifestylemedicine #health #pavingwellness #CardioTwitter #hearthealth
California's Snowpack Measurement Threatened by Dirt, Scarce Snow
On the eve of its critical snowpack measurement, California finds itself with a problem: too much dirt and not enough snow in its mountains. Read the latest edition of the Weather Watch newsletter here: https://t.co/wegvgYHEPA 📷️: Kyle Grillot/Bloomberg https://t.co/5DSq7aK5OK
Dietary Restriction's Molecular Pathways Extend Lifespan Universally
Molecular mechanisms underlying the lifespan and healthspan benefits of dietary restriction across species https://t.co/JodR3q83S7 https://t.co/qUGeAe8A2D
Artemis II Moon Mission Remains On Track for April 1
Everything Still on Track for Artemis II Launch to the Moon on April 1 https://t.co/78OHpYtZiS
Detect Polyps Early, Prevent Cancer Decades Later
March has been colorectal cancer awareness month. A reminder of the work of Bert Vogelstein, one of the most cited cancer researchers in history. He showed that colorectal cancer is a slow, stepwise process (often over 20–25 years): normal tissue ➡️...
NASA Readies Moon Return After 50 Years, Billions Invested
Great feature by @lorengrush: Billions of Dollars and More Than 50 Years Later, NASA Prepares to Return to the Moon https://t.co/mnCAxEiLNO
National Identity Cues Boost Inclusive Brain Face Categorization
Brain imaging shows that reminders of a shared national identity prompt the brain to categorize faces from different ethnic groups more inclusively, while still recognizing ethnic distinctions. This neural flexibility may support social cohesion in diverse societies. neuroscience
First Primate Model of Congenital Deafness Created
Genetically modified marmosets lacking the OTOF gene now serve as the first primate model for human congenital deafness, offering a precise platform to advance gene therapies targeting hearing loss. genetherapy
Nature-Inspired Drug Discovery Discussed on The Long Run
Inspired by Mother Nature, Discovering New Drugs. @viswacolluru of @lifeschemistry is the latest guest on The Long Run. Sponsored by @AlphaSenseInc and Dash Bio. https://t.co/F01HMam6Ul
Straight Leg Gives Adductor Magnus, Gracilis Max Moment Arms
With a straight leg, the adductor magnus and gracilis have the longest hip adduction moment arms throughout the normal joint angle range of motion. https://t.co/chzFj9GrBw
Bunsen Burner Built by Desaga Enabled Caesium Discovery
Robert Bunsen was born OTD in 1811 🎂 The eponymous Bunsen burner was actually constructed for Bunsen by instrument maker Peter Desaga. The burner was essential to the discovery of caesium and rubidium through their emission spectra. https://www.compoundchem.com/2023/03/31/bunsenburner/
Explore Black Hole Mysteries at MIT Museum Tonight
Hi All I'll be at the MIT Museum tonight if you are near Kendall Square. This from MIT: Curious about black holes? Join physicist and historian Peter Galison and astrophysicist Janna Levin at or a captivating conversation exploring the mysteries, science, and philosophical...
AI Cuts Drug Discovery From Years to Months
I joined Sam Fazeli for the latest episode of Bloomberg Intelligence's Vanguards of Healthcare podcast and talk about our partnership with Eli Lilly and why I believe algorithmic approaches are reshaping the earliest stages of pharmaceutical R&D. The biggest impact...
Finally Thrilled: Orion's Third Flight Exceeds Expectations
I had mixed feelings about the first two flights of Orion. But not this one. https://t.co/9YROBrhJ7M
AI Detects Atomic Defects, Revolutionizing Material Design
AI is now being used to see what was previously invisible. MIT researchers have developed a model that can detect atomic-level defects in materials, helping improve strength, heat transfer and energy efficiency. This is where AI goes beyond data. It starts to...
NASA Embraces Commercial Moon Future After 54 Years
NASA stopped being about moonshots 54 years ago. In the most positive step since then, they finally acknowledged the future. Commercialization of the moon. Now that's a moonshot
Space Megaconstellations Threaten Near-Earth Environment, Urge Resilience
The new Big Think print issue just dropped: on the Roots of Resilience. Here's how we can avoid a space megaconstellation mega-disaster. The current situation, where companies do nothing, is a recipe for destroying our one & only near-Earth environment. https://t.co/FycTO9j4QD
Prenatal Testosterone Links Finger Ratios to Sexual Orientation
Testosterone exposure in the womb creates a male vs female difference in finger length ratios that is also reflected in peoples reported sexual orientation. It’s independent of hormone levels after birth. Dr Marc Breedlove on the Huberman Lab podcast out...
Targeted Nutrition May Lower Inflammation, Preserve Cognition
The impact of dietary constituents on inflammation and cognitive function in healthy older Irish adults: A pilot study "his study highlights the importance of nutrition and lifestyle in managing inflammation and cognitive decline in ageing. Targeted dietary interventions which address nutrient...
First Humanoid Robot Gets FDA Clearance for Spine Surgery
World’s First Surgical Humanoid #Robot Achieves FDA-Cleared Precision in Spine Surgery by @StarSnap_1 #MedTech #Healthcare #HealthTech #Tech #TechForGood https://t.co/aks0DC51ns
Low Visceral Fat May Slow the Aging Process
Keeping Visceral Fat Low Is A Top-Tier Intervention For Potentially Slowing The Aging Rate Visceral adiposity, metabolic health and aging https://t.co/wyZSa83k4q
Understanding Climate Risk: Core Concepts Explained
On The Climate Brink, I am posting draft chapters from my climate risk textbook. This post is the chapter that explains what "climate risk" means. https://www.theclimatebrink.com/p/climate-risk-explained
Even a Three‑second Pause Reshapes the Universe
The Universe has changed by the time you finish this sentence It takes just over three seconds to read a typical sentence. In that tiny flash of time, the Universe has changed in tiny but mighty ways. On cosmic timescales, that really adds...
Viral Research Reveals Immune Secrets for Vaccine Design
Here is my talk on how studying viral infections can teach us a lot about the immune system, and how we can use those insights to develop vaccines against viruses. "Night science moments" make science so exciting 🌓 @NightScienceIns @ItaiYanai...
FDA Hurdles Stall Academic Scaling of Custom Gene Editor
Baby KJ scientists hit speed bump in quest to scale custom gene editor. Stringent FDA requirements could prove stumbling block for academics https://t.co/HsaK7lSuh1 via @Jasonmmast
AI Accelerates the Race to Build New Reactors
The race to build new nuclear reactors — fast (with AI's help) https://t.co/guGFZFErdy by @ChuckMcCutcheon in @axios
Deep‑Sea Mining Debate Requires Systems‑Level Metal Comparison
Excited to share our latest paper in Environmental Science: Advances, with @saleem_ali and Aiden Kuo. We argue the deep-sea mining debate needs a systems-level framework to compare oceanic and terrestrial sources of battery metals. #CriticalMinerals https://t.co/78nnRhcdNX
Okinawa’s Centenarian Boom Driven by Pre‑WWII Cohorts
The number of 100+ year olds in Okinawa has increased by 4283% from 1975 1975: 29 centenarians 2021 peak: 1271 centenarians Okinawa’s longevity story is generation-specific: people born before WWII had a clear mortality advantage While post-WWII cohorts have had worse mortality than mainland...
Molecular Solar Battery Stores Days of Energy, Produces Hydrogen
Molecular solar battery stores energy for days, yields hydrogen on demand #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/uI9nAShJoB
Artemis II Orion Deemed Unsafe for Flight
Artemis II Orion spacecraft (built by Lockheed Martin, Boeing and Airbus) is not safe to fly via @idlewords https://t.co/PzojTp2Xt9 https://t.co/sNN96eyWwc
Artemis II Crew Set to Launch Around Moon Tomorrow
One more day until crew will fly around the Moon for Artemis II! Cameras are set and hands off at the pad 🤞 https://t.co/WwfKVz6YEr
CS and Cognitive Science Shaped Modern AI
How did computer science influence cognitive science and vice versa? How did this interaction play a critical role on the path to modern AI? Join Inner Cosmos this week with cognitive scientist Tom Griffiths. eagleman.com/podcast/147
Calcium, Exercise, DXA Scans Prevent Costly GLP‑1 Surgeries
This is a very important study and I'm hearing from clinical experts in my network that the best prevention is calcium, weight bearing exercise and getting regular DXA Scans. Otherwise we're going to see a big increase in high-cost orthopedic...