Scientists
Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery in the nu Octantis system, confirming the existence of a planet orbiting in a retrograde direction opposite to its binary stars' movement. This finding, published in Nature in May 2025, challenges existing theories and opens new doors for studying planetary systems in tight
College faculty
Babcock University recently celebrated a significant milestone in advancing healthcare through innovation and excellence as it inducted 86 new professionals into the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN). The 13th induction ceremony, held at the university's Medical School Auditorium, featured a guest lecture by Professor Augustine Onyeaghala,
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Professor Nicola Sibson, a renowned Oxford University scientist, has submitted a planning application to establish a new brewery in Witney, Oxfordshire. As the co-director of the Scarlet River Brewing Company, Professor Sibson aims to provide a supportive environment for veterans struggling to transition to civilian life. The proposed brewery, located
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The University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) has appointed Roberto Machado, MD, as the new Chair of the Department of Medicine, effective November 2023, and Physician-In-Chief at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Machado brings a rare combination of scientific expertise, clinical leadership, and a long-standing commitment to
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Liaoning Province in northeastern China is leveraging scientific and technological innovation to drive comprehensive revitalization. The provincial government has been actively promoting collaboration between researchers, scientists, and industry experts to tackle key problems and stimulate technological advancements. One such initiative is the National Natural Science Foundation of China's
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Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have made a significant breakthrough in the field of genetics by developing a statistical tool called causarray that can help pinpoint the genetic changes responsible for diseases like Alzheimer's and schizophrenia. While scientists have long identified genes associated with these conditions, confirming which
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As summer's warm weather sets in, people are eager to get outside and exercise. However, with the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires, many areas are experiencing smoky skies that can have serious health consequences. Air pollution from wildfire smoke can worsen heart and lung disease, and even
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As the University of Tasmania's Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS) researchers receive prestigious awards from the Australian Marine Sciences Association (AMSA), their outstanding contributions to marine science in Australia are being celebrated. Associate Professor Neville Barrett was awarded the AMSA Jubilee Award for his pioneering research
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Augusta University scientist Stephen Hsu, PhD, unveiled his groundbreaking nanotechnology, known as FAST, during a keynote address at the 8th World Congress on Infectious Diseases in Rome, Italy. FAST allows compounds that are difficult to dissolve in water to be converted into stable nanoparticles, transforming drug development, viral infection prevention,
Scientists
The formation of Earth, approximately 4.6 billion years ago, is shrouded in mystery, particularly during the Hadean Eon, a geological period spanning from 4.6 to 4.03 billion years ago. The scarcity of preserved rocks and minerals from this era makes it challenging to reconstruct the planet'
College faculty
Urban water bodies, including rivers, lakes, and oceans, are under severe threat globally due to excessive sewage volumes, inadequate wastewater treatment, and the presence of new chemicals and pharmaceutical compounds that are not biodegradable. In Cape Town, South Africa, a city with 300km of coastline and multiple rivers and wetlands,
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Contaminated water bodies pose a significant threat to the health of citizens in Cape Town, South Africa. Urban water bodies, including rivers, lakes, and oceans, are under danger due to large sewage volumes, which damage the environment and release chemicals and pharmaceutical compounds that do not break down on their
