Melting permafrost releases ancient pathogens, posing ecological threats & human health risks. Computer simulations reveal hazards.
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Awakening the Ancient: A 46,000-year-old Nematode Reanimated From Siberian Permafrost
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Study Reveals “Compostable” Plastic’s Troubling Longevity in the Ocean
by Klaus Müllerby Klaus MüllerStudy Reveals Compostable Plastic’s Troubling Longevity in the OceanA recent study has shed light on the surprising and concerning findings …
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The Surprising Influence of Physical Activity on Chronic Pain
by Klaus Müllerby Klaus MüllerNew research from Norway suggests that increasing physical activity may alleviate chronic pain by enhancing pain tolerance.
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A Surprising Sanctuary: North Pacific “Garbage Patch” Bustling with Marine Life
Uncovering vibrant marine life in the North Pacific Garbage Patch, a region known for plastic waste accumulation.
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Oldest Scale Plans of Enigmatic Desert Mega Structures Discovered by Scientists
by Klaus Müllerby Klaus MüllerScientists unveil oldest plans of massive desert mega structures, revealing remarkable intellectual leaps in ancient human construction.
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Rediscovered Antibiotic From The 1940s Offers Promising Solution For Drug-Resistant Infections
Rediscovered 1940s antibiotic, Nourseothricin, shows promise against drug-resistant bacteria, following enhanced purification techniques.
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Scent of a Woman: Hand Odor Can Reveal a Person’s Sex With 96% Accuracy
by Klaus Müllerby Klaus MüllerNew study reveals hand odor can accurately determine a person’s sex with 96% accuracy, aiding criminal investigations.
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Newly Unearthed Dinosaur Species in Utah Thrived Amidst Monumental Ecological Transitions
Unveiling of Iani smithi, a new dinosaur species, links North American ecological shifts 100M years ago to current climate crisis.
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Neanderthal Cave Engravings Over 57,000 Years Old Unearthed by Scientists
by Manuel Costaby Manuel CostaNeanderthal cave engravings over 57,000 years old discovered in France, shedding light on their symbolic expression.