A year-long clinical trial published in March 2026 found that 150 minutes of weekly aerobic exercise significantly reduced long-term cortisol levels in midlife adults The study, conducted by University of Pittsburgh and AdventHealth Research Institute, tracked 130 adults aged 26-58 over 12 months Chronically elevated cortisol is linked to heart disease, metabolic dysfunction, impaired memory…
The research, published in the journal Communications Biology, compared laughter recordings from orangutans, gorillas, bonobos, chimpanzees and human children and found a constant rhythm.
The US government is trying to speed up the development of quantum computers so it can have one sooner
Researchers have discovered that beneficial soil bacteria give plants an unexpected survival advantage in salty soils. Instead of helping plants keep salt out, the microbes stimulate the production of lignin, a natural compound that strengthens roots and makes plants more resilient. Greenhouse and field tests showed healthier plants and higher yields in salty conditions. The…
A study claims that the North Pole Dome crater in Western Australia was caused by an asteroid strike 3 billion years ago, but other researchers dispute the proposed age
Researchers uncovered why H5N1 bird flu attacks cows’ udders instead of their lungs: the virus’s preferred receptors are concentrated in mammary tissue. The breakthrough could help scientists predict future bird flu jumps and spot unusual infections before they spread widely.
Researchers have made significant strides in mapping the ultrastructural topology of the corynebacterial cell surface, unveiling new insights into its complex architecture. This groundbreaking study may pave the way for advancements in bacterial biology and antibiotic development.
Efforts to enhance the sustainability of peer review are gaining traction in the academic community. Initiatives focus on reducing publication delays and promoting transparency, ensuring the peer review process remains efficient and accessible for researchers.
Recent research reveals that caspase 3 and caspase 7 play a pivotal role in enhancing cytoprotective autophagy and bolstering DNA damage responses in human breast cancer cells under non-lethal stress conditions, potentially opening new avenues for targeted therapies.