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Los Alamos to Play Key Role in Renewed Quantum Science Center
The Department of Energy has renewed funding for the Quantum Science Center, with Los Alamos National Laboratory continuing to play a vital role along with Oak Ridge National Laboratory in the center’s mission to advance quantum science and technology. The center will be funded for $125 million over five years to focus on quantum-accelerated high-performance computing.
Trump ultimatum to Cuba: 'Make a deal, before it is too late' or face consequences
Trump vows to cut all oil and financial support to Cuba, urging the island nation to 'make a deal' as he reshapes regional energy flows and policies.
Inside Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Public Health Policies
At the start of the new year, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Department of Health and Human Services formally recommended fewer vaccines for American children and offered a new approach to nutrition with a revamped food pyramid. So what does it all mean for public health police in the United States? NBC’s Anne Thompson reports in this week’s Sunday Focus.
Science & Medicine: The link between sleep apnea and persistent pain
New research from UT Health San Antonio finds a link between obstructive sleep apnea and persistent pain, suggesting that the intermittant lack of oxygen caused by apnea decreases a person's ability to recover from painful stimuli.
Advancing Claude in healthcare and the life sciences
Introducing Claude for Healthcare with HIPAA-ready infrastructure, plus expanded Life Sciences tools for clinical trials and regulatory submissions. New connectors to CMS, Medidata, and ClinicalTrials.gov.
Register Now for Science Day 2026 at Randolph College
Registration opens January 15 for the annual Randolph College Science Festival, also known as SciFest. This event started as a science day for kids in 2005 an…
Advancing Claude in healthcare and the life sciences
Introducing Claude for Healthcare with HIPAA-ready infrastructure, plus expanded Life Sciences tools for clinical trials and regulatory submissions. New connectors to CMS, Medidata, and ClinicalTrials.gov.
Newly discovered coffee compounds beat diabetes drug in lab tests
Roasted coffee may do more than wake you up—it could help control blood sugar. Researchers discovered several new coffee compounds that inhibit α-glucosidase, a key enzyme linked to type 2 diabetes. Some of these molecules were even more potent than a common anti-diabetic drug. The study also introduced a faster, greener way to uncover health-boosting compounds in complex foods.
A new theory of gravity could explain cosmic acceleration without dark energy
The accelerating expansion of the universe is usually explained by an invisible force known as dark energy. But a new study suggests this mysterious ingredient may not be necessary after all. Using an extended version of Einstein’s gravity, researchers found that cosmic acceleration can arise naturally from a more general geometry of spacetime. The result hints at a radical new way to understand why the universe keeps speeding up.
‘Lots of people don’t want to do it’: Paul Nurse on his controversial second term as Royal Society president
The Nobel prize winner discusses claims of a ‘boys’ club’, Elon Musk’s fellowship and rightwing attacks on science
Caddo Magnet student recognized nationally for science research. 'exceptional promise' in STEM
A Caddo Parish Magnet High School senior, Maya Trutschl, received national recognition for her innovative research, becoming one of the Top 300 Regeneron Science Talent Search 2026 Scholars.
Bar-Ilan University’s ecosystem: Science, crisis, and institutional responsibility
From the Phantom jet to the helm of Israel’s second-largest university, Prof. Arie Zaban reflects on leadership during war and why universities can’t lose sight of the people they serve Leadership, in Prof.
Science meets art at Harvard Museum of Natural History’s Glass Flower exhibit
Visitors can wander through halls filled with dinosaur fossils, mounted mammals, minerals and global wildlife specimens.
In the New Vaccine Schedule, Signs of Bigger Changes to Come?
Comments by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his allies suggest the revised schedule may presage an approach to immunization that prizes individual autonomy and downplays scientific expertise.
Climate change has now shrunk US salaries by 12%. And worse is to come | BBC Science Focus Magazine
No matter where you live, a new study has found warmer temperatures are picking your pocket
Scientists are inventing treatments for devastating diseases. There’s just one problem.
Gene therapy treatments for rare diseases are being developed, but getting them out of the lab has proved challenging.
Leeds University moonsighting project unites science and religion
The project hopes to end 'moon wars' between Mosques across the UK.
Bar-Ilan University’s ecosystem: Science, crisis, and institutional responsibility
From the Phantom jet to the helm of Israel’s second-largest university, Prof. Arie Zaban reflects on leadership during war and why universities can’t lose sight of the people they serve
This wild fruit is getting a CRISPR makeover
Scientists have used CRISPR to give the goldenberry a modern makeover, shrinking the plant by about a third and making it easier to farm. Goldenberries are tasty and nutritious but notoriously unruly, with bushy plants that complicate harvesting. By editing a few key genes and selectively breeding the best-tasting fruits, researchers created new varieties ready for wider cultivation. The approach could speed up how new crops are adapted for a changing climate.
A room full of flu patients and no one got sick
In a striking real-world experiment, flu patients spent days indoors with healthy volunteers, but the virus never spread. Researchers found that limited coughing and well-mixed indoor air kept virus levels low, even with close contact. Age may have helped too, since middle-aged adults are less likely to catch the flu than younger people. The results highlight ventilation, air movement, and masks as key defenses against infection.
When the oceans died and life changed forever
A rapid climate collapse during the Late Ordovician Mass Extinction devastated ocean life and reshuffled Earth’s ecosystems. In the aftermath, jawed vertebrates gained an unexpected edge by surviving in isolated marine refuges. Over millions of years, they diversified into many forms while competitors faded away. This ancient reset helped determine which creatures would dominate the planet ever after.
Healing with horses: The science behind feeling safe
The Year of the Fire Horse, according to the lunar calendar, symbolizes courage, motion, and transformation. For me, this is a catalyst for more action. Something has to change — especially when it comes to health. I am tired of not feeling well, of wanting to do ordinary things without exhaustion or pain. I spend…
Key to near-Earth object science now being created for for NASA telescope on Big Island
Spectre, an integral field spectrograph named as a nod to a connection with Olympic weightlifter and actor Harold Sakata of Kona, who played OddJob in the James Bond film ‘Goldfinger,’ after first light in 2028 will also deepen mankind’s understanding of explosive phenomena beyond our solar system.
Do cats really hate aluminium foil? What makes them startle and what science says | - The Times of India
Trending News: Discover the science behind why cats are startled by aluminium foil, exploring their sensory reactions, and effective deterrents for keeping them off countertops.
New Science and Engineering Research Center Opens
Facility is among the most technologically advanced in Virginia
Indian-origin mathematician Nalini Joshi named New South Wales’ Scientist of the Year | - The Times of India
Science News: Indian-origin mathematician Nalini Joshi has been named New South Wales’ Scientist of the Year, becoming the first mathematician to receive the state’.
Global data gaps highlight why citizen science has now become essential for official statistics
For more than three decades, DHS provided vital demographic and health data on population, health, HIV, and nutrition in over 90 countries. Its termination leaves major gaps in tracking the UN Sustainable ...
Brain Game: Triangle Math & Science Academy vs Lee Early College
Academic teams from Triangle Math & Science Academy and Lee Early College face off in the Jan. 10, 2026, edition of Brain Game.
Winter health fair offers free flu shots and resources
A winter health fair will offer free flu shots and connect residents with local agencies Tuesday, Jan. 13, from 8 a.m. to noon.
Scientists warn of a new biological risk and call for an international summit
Paris summit warns about “mirror life.” Scientists call for early limits on mirror bacteria that could evade defenses and disrupt ecosystems.
State House Spotlight: Back to business
The first days of 2026 began much like 2025 ended, with state focus on reaction to Trump administration policies.
Do Colds Impact Men And Women Differently? Science Says Yes, Here's Why
While the "man flu" stereotype paints men to be dramatic sufferers, studies show women often have severe and prolonged symptoms like intense fatigue and inflammation due to oestrogen-fueled immune overdrive.
Think The World Is Getting Worse? Science Has Some Surprising Good News
It's not as bad as you think.
10 quintillion hydrogen bombs every second: Webb detects massive galactic eruption
Scientists have discovered an enormous stream of super-hot gas erupting from a nearby galaxy, driven by a powerful black hole at its center. The jets stretch farther than the galaxy itself and spiral outward in a rare, never-before-seen pattern. NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope pierced through thick dust to reveal this violent outflow. The process is so intense it’s robbing the galaxy of star-forming gas at a staggering rate.
The NIH has lost its scientific integrity. So we left
“We can no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity,” write four scientists and administrators who recently resigned from the NIH.
Science news this week: A runaway black hole, a human ancestor discovered in Casablanca cave, and vaccine schedule slashed
Jan. 10, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
This Week in Science: Anti-Cancer Fungal Compound, a Golden Shark, And More!
Our weekly science news roundup.
First Ever Medical Evacuation Of The ISS, "Diet Stacking" Could Be Seriously Bad For Your Health, And Much More This Week
All the biggest science news stories of the week.
Salina Art Center Cinema gets Science on Screen grant
Salina Art Center Cinema received a Science on Screen grant to host expert-led film events on science, technology, DNA, conservation and geology.
Trump’s Steep Science Budget Cuts to Be Turned Back by Congress
After the White House called for billions of dollars in funding reductions, senators and representatives are rescinding the proposed cuts and even boosting funds for basic research.
Why This Fish Actually Needs a Hole in the Head
A cavity in the middle of the rockhead poacher’s skull might be used like a maraca to produce sound, new research suggests.
Review: Samsung’s new phone looks straight out of science fiction
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — For years, sci-fi shows have depicted futuristic computers with shapeshifting screens that can fold or expand depending on the situation. ...
‘I love science': NASA administrator explains decision to close Goddard library
NASA’s newly confirmed administrator visited Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland and defended the decision to close the facility’s library – NASA’s largest. Jared Isaacman emphasized Goddard’s importance Friday. “We’ve got Roman Space Telescope here, Nancy Grace Roman Telescope, so if I like Hubble, you’ve got to love Roman,” he said. “I mean, you know, 100 times the field of…
Intel Panther Lake with Arc B390 takes on AMD Ryzen Strix Halo and GeForce RTX 4050 in our first gaming benchmarks
Intel Panther Lake promises a massive leap forward in terms of efficiency and iGPU performance. Our gaming benchmarks now provide first insights into how the brand-new Arc B390 iGPU stacks up against the AMD Radeon 890M, Ryzen Strix Halo and against dedicated Nvidia GPUs.
New science center groundbreaking | FOX 13 Tampa Bay
After closing its doors more than a decade ago, the Science Center in St. Petersburg saw physical steps towards its new life Friday. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.
Pinellas, state leaders break ground on new Science Center in St. Pete
After closing its doors more than a decade ago, the Science Center in St. Petersburg saw physical steps towards its new life Friday.
GOP-led Michigan House sues all state departments, directors to maintain $645M in cuts
House Republicans responded to an attorney general's opinion that they can't legally cut programs unilaterally by suing multiple state agencies.
Our President Doesn't Understand Science, Or How Science Works
Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. This is a problem across our society, a major problem. Perhaps it’s a significant problem in every society, but at least some other societies more implicitly trust people who understand science to be leaders in society. In the US, the ... [continued]
Scientists find new clues to why female fertility declines with age
Scientists are making inroads in understanding one of the central mysteries of human reproduction: Why do women’s eggs deteriorate as they age?
Groundbreaking for St. Pete's Science Center reimagined
After years of debates and advocacy from local residents, on Friday shovels went in the ground for the reimagined Science Center.
Volunteer to be a high school science fair judge in West Linn-Wilsonville
The annual CREST Jane Goodall Science Symposium will be Wednesday, March 11 at Wilsonville High School Each school year West Linn and Wilsonville students engage with complex scientific, technological and […]
NASA Spaceline Current Awareness List #1,181 31 December 2025 (Space Life Science Research Results)
NASA Spaceline Current Awareness List
Berkeley Talks: Why kind leaders finish first (according to science)
Leaders from academia and the private sector discuss how kindness is a strategic asset rather than a professional weakness, and why the traditional “jerk” model of leadership is scientifically flawed.
MSG Offers Voluntary Buyouts in Search of ‘More Efficient’ Business
MSG is offering voluntary buyouts for a number of employees. The company says it is seeking a "more efficient and nimble organization."
January 9, 2026
One year after the LA fires, the Community Brigade is equipping residents to prepare for, fight, and recover from wildfires. Plus, journalist Daisy Hernández chronicles the history of Chagas disease, also known as kissing bug disease, and how it changed her family’s story. And, recent studies on raccoons and dark-eyed juncos investigate how urban wildlife is evolving.
Congress Set to Finalize Science Budgets Rejecting Trump Cuts
The bipartisan deal still reduces funding for many science agencies, including NSF and NASA.
DR MARC SIEGEL: Medical miracle or modern science? Both can be signs of God at work
Modern medical breakthroughs save lives in ways that feel miraculous, showing how faith and science can work together as instruments of healing and hope.
Why Silicon Valley Is Obsessed With Biological Age Tests, Despite Dubious Science
Venture capitalist Meltem Demirors isn’t above the occasional splurge on bags, jewelry and other material things. But she much prefers to use her disposable income for an expanding array of exotic wellness experiments, including injecting peptides and hiring a personal longevity coach. “The only ...
The Search For Mysterious Missing Flight MH370 Is Back On: Will It Be A Success?
Robot subs are joining the search party.
An all-female wasp is rapidly spreading across North America’s elms
The elm zigzag sawfly has spread to 15 states in five years. Now it's attacking the tree that cities planted to replace Dutch elm disease victims.
Yes, I Can Scholarship Awarded to Five Biomedical Science Undergraduate Students
The scholarship recipients, students in the Biomedical Science and Enterprise bachelor’s program in the Institute for Biomedical Sciences, each received a $1,800 award.
Why Greenland is indispensable to global climate science
With no Antarctica-style treaty to protect Greenland, a US takeover could mean scientists lose access.
Cognitive Science students pitch health tech, AI assistants to
From stroke rehabilitation to supply chain resilience and diabetes care, Cognitive Science student entrepreneurs pitched their startups to potential investors at the Berkeley Accelerator
Zombie fungus, ‘living stones’ among favorite botany discoveries of 2025
Scientists document thousands of new plant and fungus species every year.
PUBLIC COMMENTS WANTED: Draft 2026 Delta Science Plan
From the Delta Science Program: The Delta Stewardship Council’s Delta Science Program is developing the third iteration of the Delta Science Plan, which outlines the vision, principles, and approaches that guide science in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Called for in the Delta Plan, the Delta Science Plan works to improve coordination across the Delta science community and strengthen communication of scientific findings to policymakers – helping them address the region’s natural resource management challenges more effectively. Updated approximately every five […]
Ocean Warming Breaks Record for Ninth Straight Year
Every second of last year, the Earth’s oceans absorbed the equivalent in energy to 12 Hiroshima-sized atomic bombs. Global ocean heat content (OHC) increased for the ninth consecutive year in 2025, according to a report released Friday in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences. The study—a collaboration involving more than 50 scientists from 31 international institutions—measured temperature […]
Homo erectus wasn't the first human species to leave Africa 1.8 million years ago, fossils suggest
A new analysis of enigmatic skulls from the Republic of Georgia suggest that Homo erectus wasn't the only human species to leave Africa 1.8 million years ago.
Scientists Discover The Brain's "Motivation Brake", Revealing Why Eating The Frog Can Be So Damn Hard
No motivation? You’re not alone.
Analytics and Data Science News for the Week of January 9; Updates from Alteryx, GoodData, Impetus & More
Solutions Review Executive Editor Tim King curated this list of notable analytics and data science news for the week of January 9, 2026. Keeping tabs on all the most relevant analytics and data science news can be a time-consuming task. As a result, our editorial team aims to provide a summary of the top headlines […]
Science sleuths think they found Leonardo da Vinci’s DNA
Advances in genetics might help us see what set the Renaissance man apart.
A newly spotted asteroid spins faster than any of its size ever seen
Among the first finds from the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, the discovery hints at a population of exceptionally strong asteroids.
We’ve finally found the mental ‘brake’ behind procrastination | BBC Science Focus Magazine
A pesky “motivation brake” may control when we can be bothered to do something, and when we’d rather put it off.
Never-before-seen footage captures moment scientists find new, giant anaconda species in Amazon
Scientists recently discovered a new species of green anaconda in the Amazon rainforest. A new Nat Geo series shows the moment they encountered this snake in the wild.
Judge finds illegal language in MDHHS proposal to restructure state mental health services
As state moves to possibly privatize some services, a judge ruled language now prevents Community Mental Health agencies from fulfilling statutory duties.
Tactics, fuelling, and aerodynamics: What's the science behind cycling's long-range attacks?
From Tadej Pogačar’s long-range raids to Ben Healy’s solo masterclasses, the modern breakaway is undergoing a rapid transformation as more riders go it alone
Tiny bump on 7 million-year-old fossil suggests ancient ape walked upright — and might even be a human ancestor
The way Sahaleanthropus tchadensis moved has long been debated. The discovery of a small bump on the front of the thigh bone is "beyond convincing" evidence this ape was bipedal.
Aaron Parker Students Shine at Science Fair, Advance to Regional Competition
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1767970545098{padding-top: 25px !important;padding-bottom: 25px !important;}"] Students at Aaron Parker Elementary put curiosity, creativity,…
Google’s Ex-CEO Backs Start-Up Approach to Big Telescopes for Space and Astronomy
Eric and Wendy Schmidt are backing a start-up-like approach to building a giant space telescope and powerful ground observatories.
Governor’s Computer Science Institute opens applications for rising 9th and 10th graders
Applications are now open for the Governor's Computer Science Institute (GCSI) for rising 9th and 10th graders.
Da Vinci's DNA Is Potentially in The Hands of Scientists
"A threshold has been crossed."
Top 10 African countries with the most business-friendly environments in 2025
Rwanda, Morocco, Mauritius, and seven other African countries emerged as the continent’s top performers in the 2025 World Bank business environment rankings, demonstrating notable progress in regulatory reforms, operational efficiency, and governance
American Society for Nutrition Calls for Strong Science in National Nutrition Guidance
The American Society for Nutrition (ASN) is concerned that departing from the established scientific review process for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs), 2025-2030, undermines confidence in the DGAs and nutrition science.
Huge Study Links 99% of Heart Attacks And Strokes With 4 Risk Factors
And we can modify them.
The best recent science fiction, fantasy and horror
Godfall by Van Jensen; The Salt Bind by Rebecca Ferrier; The Poet Empress by Shen Tao; A Hole in the Sky by Peter F Hamilton; Hello Earth, Are You There? by Brian Aldiss
Science Quiz: Failed Galaxies and Food Pyramids
Put your science knowledge to the test with this week’s news quiz. Play now.
Upcoming Woodburn Public Library exhibit explores Indigenous science
Looking to learn about Oregon’s earliest innovators? The Woodburn Public Library will host the traveling Native Innovation Exhibit from Friday, Jan. 16, through Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 280 Garfield St. […]
Scientists Found a Way to Supercharge the Immune System Against Cancer
Researchers have developed a new class of antibodies that amplify the immune system’s ability to fight cancer. By clustering immune receptors that normally receive weak signals from tumors, these four-pronged antibodies push T cells into full attack mode. In early studies, they outperformed conventional antibodies at activating cancer-killing immune cells. The work opens the door to more effective immunotherapy treatments.
Upcoming Woodburn Public Library exhibit explores Indigenous science
Looking to learn about Oregon’s earliest innovators? The Woodburn Public Library will host the traveling Native Innovation Exhibit from Friday, Jan. 16, through Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 280 Garfield St. […]
iPhone Fold to Pave Way for Thinner, Brighter Display on iPhone Air 2
The iPhone Fold will be the first Apple device to adopt a Samsung-made OLED technology called CoE (Color Filter on Encapsulation), which could make the display brighter and thinner than previous panels, reports The Elec. In a traditional OLED panel, a polarizing film sits above the display to cut reflections and improve contrast. The drawback is that this film also absorbs some of the OLED's own light, reducing brightness and efficiency.
This Is What The "New Arctic" Looks Like, Warn Scientists
The Arctic has entered a "new era" of extremes.
7 science-based tips from the Well+Being team for a healthier year
We learned a lot about how to boost our nutrition, fitness and sleep last year. Here are a few things we adopted.
The Weight-Loss Drug Revolution—From Shots to Pills and the Science behind It All
Behind the hype of GLP-1 medications lies complex science, serious side effects and a pharmaceutical arms race.
Think You're Too Old to Start a Business? Science Says People in their 40s, 50s, and Even 60s Have a Distinct Advantage
Especially if your goal is to start a remarkably successful company.
Think You're Too Old to Start a Business? Science Says People in their 40s, 50s, and Even 60s Have a Distinct Advantage
Especially if your goal is to start a remarkably successful company.
A Financier’s Twist on Buying Influence: Bankrolling Ballot Measures
Brian Heywood, a Seattle-area hedge fund founder, has spent millions to put conservative initiatives in front of Washington lawmakers and voters. Next up: parental rights and transgender athletes.
Scientists find new clues to why female fertility declines with age
New studies are shedding light on one of the biggest mysteries of human reproduction: Why do chromosomal abnormalities become common in eggs?
Science Says Travel Might Actually Make You Happier
Research Shows Frequent Travel Is Linked To Higher Life Satisfaction And Well-Being
A galaxy cluster hotter than the surface of the sun is shocking researchers : Short Wave
Most astronomers agree that young galaxy clusters should be relatively cool compared to older ones. But researchers recently found a very young cluster that’s hotter than the surface of the sun. More on why the finding is so shocking, plus elephant’s remarkable sniffing abilities and a new discovery about butterfly migration in this episode of Short Wave. Interested in more science news? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Science history: Sophie Germain, first woman to win France's prestigious 'Grand Mathematics Prize' is snubbed when tickets to award ceremony are 'lost in the mail'
Sophie Germain was a brilliant, self-taught mathematician who won one of France's most prestigious prizes, yet she declined to attend the award ceremony because the committee members didn't respect her work.