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Briefing: Chemists harness electricity to create biomass-based building blocks

Strategic angle: A new method developed by researchers at Wageningen University & Research and Utrecht University promises to revolutionize the production of chemical building blocks from biomass.

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Briefing: Bacteria invent another way to turn on genes

Strategic angle: New research reveals a novel mechanism by which bacteria regulate gene activity, expanding our understanding of genetic control.

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Briefing: Scientists Just Discovered an Amazing New Superfamily of Creatures Deep in the Ocean

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking discovery reveals a new superfamily of marine life, shedding light on ocean biodiversity.

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Briefing: After 20 years, scientists finally explain the Crab Pulsar’s strange “zebra stripes”

Strategic angle: New research reveals the cosmic mechanics behind the enigmatic radio wave patterns of the Crab Pulsar.

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Briefing: No one is happy with NASA's new idea for private space stations

Strategic angle: Concerns arise over NASA's plan to transition from the ISS to private space stations.

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Briefing: Popular sugar substitute linked to brain damage and stroke risk

Strategic angle: New research reveals potential dangers of erythritol, a common sugar substitute.

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Briefing: Why are older adults far more at risk from COVID or flu?

Strategic angle: New research highlights the impact of ageing-related inflammation, especially due to immune cells marked by the GZMK gene.

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Briefing: Iran: Mysterious cargo at Isfahan nuclear site revealed by exclusive satellite image

Strategic angle: Le Monde reveals an image of a convoy at the gates of a major underground nuclear complex in Iran, potentially linked to enriched uranium stockpile.

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Briefing: Scientists say we’ve been looking in the wrong place for human origins

Strategic angle: A fossil ape discovered in northern Egypt is reshaping the story of human evolution.

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Briefing: Why use living cells? Researchers are making chemicals with enzymes alone

Strategic angle: Exploring the role of enzymes in the biofuels economy and chemical production.

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Briefing: Land animals evolved from ocean ancestors—new study unravels the genetics behind the transition

Strategic angle: A new study explores the genetic adaptations that enabled ancient organisms to transition from water to land.

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Briefing: One Of Ken Block’s Most Personal Competition Cars Just Hit The Market

Strategic angle: A 1978 compact Ford raced by Ken Block is now for sale, packing a 9,000-rpm Millington engine and a Rocket Bunny widebody kit.

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William Bleak's 'Ghost Waltz' Signals Continuity in Artistic Direction

The release of 'Ghost Waltz' by William Bleak on Breathing Records reinforces his established artistic trajectory, reflecting his musical evolution.

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Briefing: Quasi-liquid layer controls growth mechanisms of ice-like materials

Strategic angle: Research reveals how clathrate hydrates form and their potential technological applications.

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Briefing: NASA Selects Intuitive Machines to Deliver Artemis Science, Tech to Moon

Strategic angle: NASA has awarded Intuitive Machines $180.4 million to support lunar exploration under the Artemis program.

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Briefing: NASA’s Environment and Energy “Blue Marble” Awards Categories

Strategic angle: Recognizing excellence in environmental management and planning.

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Briefing: Some ticks can survive from 1 to 3 weeks on home flooring

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that ticks can live indoors for an extended period, raising concerns about indoor infestations.

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Briefing: How lifetime stress drives abnormal behaviors in lab monkeys

Strategic angle: A study reveals that lifetime stress, rather than just recent conditions, influences abnormal repetitive behaviors in laboratory monkeys.

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Briefing: Physicists create laser tornado in miniature structures using synthetic magnetic field

Strategic angle: Scientists from the University of Warsaw have successfully created 'optical tornadoes' in tiny structures, demonstrating light's ability to behave like a whirlwind.

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Briefing: Microwave carrots, air-fry tomatoes: Researchers identify sustainable cooking methods for better nutrition

Strategic angle: A study reveals how different cooking methods impact the nutritional value of tomatoes and carrots.