Life Sciences The pandemic pet boom was real. The happiness boost wasn’t A new study challenges the belief in a universal “pet effect” on human well-being. Using data collected during COVID-19 lockdowns, researchers found no significant change in respondents’ well-being when they acquired or lost a pet in their household. The findings suggest that, even during a time of extreme isolation, human-animal bonds may not be as […] Written by Admin July 3, 2025July 3, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Mining the deep could mute the songs of sperm whales Deep-sea mining in a remote part of the Pacific Ocean could harm ocean life including whales and dolphins, new research shows. The Clarion Clipperton Zone (CCZ) of the Eastern Pacific is a vast area of deep ocean and seamounts. A Canadian firm – The Metals Company – is planning to explore parts of the CCZ […] Written by Admin July 2, 2025July 2, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Scientists reprogram ant behavior using brain molecules From the bright lights of cities that don’t sleep — where people hustle and bustle through the night to keep subways, servers, and supply chains alive — to the whisper-dark understory of tropical forests where ants hum in syncopated lines, the planet’s most intricate societies hinge on round-the-clock cooperation and finely tuned roles. Within Atta […] Written by Admin July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Mammals didn’t walk upright until late—here’s what fossils reveal For over a century, scientists have puzzled over a fundamental mystery in our evolutionary history: how did mammals go from sprawling like lizards to striding like cats and dogs? This transition — from a sprawled stance (like a lizard) to an upright (parasagittal) posture — marked a pivotal moment in mammal evolution. While the earliest […] Written by Admin June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Skull study shows Chicago’s rodents are rapidly evolving In general, evolution is a long, slow process of tiny changes passed down over generations, resulting in new adaptations and even new species over thousands or millions of years. But when living things are faced with dramatic shifts in the world around them, they sometimes rapidly adapt to better survive. Scientists recently found an example […] Written by Admin June 29, 2025June 29, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences These 545-million-year-old fossil trails just rewrote the story of evolution The Cambrian explosion was an extraordinary phenomenon in the evolution of life on the planet that led to the emergence of many animal phyla and the diversification of species. During this period, some 530 million years ago, most of the basic body plans of organisms that have survived to the present day emerged. However, this […] Written by Admin June 27, 2025June 27, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Can these endangered lizards beat the heat? Scientists test bold relocation plan Climate change and habitat loss are affecting animal populations around the world and reptiles such as South Australia’s own endangered pygmy bluetongue are susceptible to higher temperatures and declining long-term rainfall trends. Flinders University scientists are working on securing a sustainable future for the burrow-dwelling endemic skink (Tiliqua adelaidensis) by assessing their suitability to cooler […] Written by Admin June 26, 2025June 26, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences New viruses discovered in bats in China could be the next pandemic threat Researchers have discovered two new viruses in bats that are closely related to the deadly Nipah and Hendra viruses — pathogens that can cause severe brain inflammation and respiratory disease in humans. The viruses, as well as other new viruses, bacteria, and parasites identified from bat kidneys, were reported this week in the open-access journal […] Written by Admin June 25, 2025June 25, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences These frozen wolf cubs ate a woolly rhino—and changed what we know about dogs New analysis of the remains of two ‘puppies’ dating back more than 14,000 years ago has shown that they are most likely wolves, and not related to domestic dogs, as previously suggested. The genetic analysis also proved that the cubs were sisters at the age of around two months, and like modern day wolves had […] Written by Admin June 24, 2025June 24, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences From cursed tomb fungus to cancer cure: Aspergillus flavus yields potent new drug Penn-led researchers have turned a deadly fungus into a potent cancer-fighting compound. After isolating a new class of molecules from Aspergillus flavus, a toxic crop fungus linked to deaths in the excavations of ancient tombs, the researchers modified the chemicals and tested them against leukemia cells. The result? A promising cancer-killing compound that rivals FDA-approved […] Written by Admin June 23, 2025June 23, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
5 biotech companies making waves in Wales in 2025 Newsletter Signup – Under Article / In Page “*” indicates required fields Famous for its rugged coastline and scenic mountains, Wales is also home to a thriving life science industry. Supported by science parks, med-tech companies, and universities, the country has opened up avenues for a budding biotech sector, particularly for the development of startups. […] Written by Roohi Mariam Peter July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Highlights From MR2025 – State of the Planet In mid-June, over 400 academics, policymakers and practitioners attended MR2025: Mobility, Adaptation, and Wellbeing in a Changing Climate, hosted by the Columbia Climate School in partnership with the Global Centre for Climate Mobility and the Tamer Institute for Social Enterprise and Climate Change. Since its inception in 2019, the conference has convened every two years […] Written by Guest July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
5 biotech companies making waves in Wales in 2025 Newsletter Signup – Under Article / In Page “*” indicates required fields Famous for its rugged coastline and scenic mountains, Wales is also home to a thriving life science industry. Supported by science parks, med-tech companies, and universities, the country has opened up avenues for a budding biotech sector, particularly for the development of startups. […] Written by Roohi Mariam Peter July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Highlights From MR2025 – State of the Planet In mid-June, over 400 academics, policymakers and practitioners attended MR2025: Mobility, Adaptation, and Wellbeing in a Changing Climate, hosted by the Columbia Climate School in partnership with the Global Centre for Climate Mobility and the Tamer Institute for Social Enterprise and Climate Change. Since its inception in 2019, the conference has convened every two years […] Written by Guest July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Scientists reprogram ant behavior using brain molecules From the bright lights of cities that don’t sleep — where people hustle and bustle through the night to keep subways, servers, and supply chains alive — to the whisper-dark understory of tropical forests where ants hum in syncopated lines, the planet’s most intricate societies hinge on round-the-clock cooperation and finely tuned roles. Within Atta […] Written by Admin July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Understanding PMDA Validation Rules v5.0 The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) in Japan has always led the charge in ensuring the safety and efficacy of drug development. Their latest update, the PMDA Validation Rules version 5.0, which took effect on April 1, 2024, marks another significant step in this mission. Let’s break down what these new rules mean and […] Written by Admin July 10, 2024July 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Enhance Your SEND Submissions! Join PointCross on May 29th, 2024, at 12 PM EST / 9 AM PST for a must-attend webinar: The Most Common Issues in Preparing SEND. Ideal for professionals in data submission and regulatory compliance, this webinar offers valuable insights from our seasoned experts. Why Attend? Why PointCross? With over 10 years of experience and more […] Written by Admin May 23, 2024May 23, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked