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Colossal Biosciences, a pioneering firm in the field of de-extinction, has made a groundbreaking discovery in the study of elephants, potentially paving the way for the return of the extinct woolly mammoths. The company’s team specializing in woolly mammoths has successfully created induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) from Asian elephants. iPSCs are adaptable cells that can transform into any type …

Our planet holds countless enigmas, each deep dive into its history revealing astonishing facts that bewilder scientists. A particularly astounding phenomenon is the Carnian Pluvial Period, during which Earth experienced continuous rainfall lasting millions of years. This relentless precipitation period has long captivated scientists, contributing significantly to the proliferation of life on Earth. Researchers now believe they have unearthed the …

Numerous research findings indicate a significant link between the presence of microplastics or nanoplastics in the human body and severe health outcomes, including heart diseases, strokes, and cancers. A pivotal study featured in the New England Journal of Medicine demonstrated that individuals with nanoplastic particles in their carotid artery tissues—a crucial artery network that supplies blood to the brain—were at …

In an ambitious move within the realm of contemporary lunar exploration, Russia and China have teamed up to plan the construction of a nuclear power plant on the moon. This project, scheduled for the years 2033 to 2035, marks a significant collaborative effort to push the boundaries of lunar habitation and research. Yuri Borisov, leader of the Russian space agency …

Astronomers have updated their assessment of the risk posed by Apophis, an asteroid once deemed one of the greatest threats to Earth. Initially, there was a slight concern that Apophis could collide with Earth in either 2029 or 2036. Recent precise measurements of its trajectory have now confirmed that Apophis will pass within 40,000 kilometers of Earth in 2029 but …

A recent study suggests that the Arctic could experience its first ice-free summers within the next decade, sooner than previously anticipated. Published in Nature Reviews Earth & Environment, this research indicates that within 10 years, the Arctic may see days in summer where sea ice is absent. By 2050, this region could witness an entire month of ice-free conditions during …

The planet Mars continues to captivate scientists with its mysteries, the latest being a significant finding by a team from Tohoku University in Japan. Their research has uncovered evidence of atmospheric formaldehyde on Mars, suggesting the red planet might once have conditions conducive to life. Published in Scientific Reports, the study proposes that the presence of formaldehyde could indicate the …

Researchers have been taken aback by the biological differences observed in babies born during the COVID-19 pandemic. A study in the journal Allergy has shown that these “Covid babies” exhibit changes in their gut microbiome, the community of beneficial and harmful microorganisms in the digestive system. This finding is particularly notable as these children transition into their toddler years and …