Cells lacking DIAPH1 display an inability to repair DSBs. Credit: Nature Communications (2025). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-025-59553-0 A new hereditary condition has been discovered that affects patients’ ability to repair DNA—leaving them…
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Researchers develop ultra-low noise, high sensitivity photodetector
OPDs using 2PACz and 3PAFCN electronic blocking layers were tested under simulated fog conditions. The 3PAFCN-based device demonstrated clearer shape reconstruction under scattering conditions. Credit: Korea Institute of Science and…
Milky Way arcs over Kitt Peak National Observatory photo of the day for June 16, 2025
On a warm June evening, viewers in Arizona watched the sky burst with color from the clouds of gas and dust that help create our home galaxy, the Milky Way.…
Psilocybin provides benefit for people with cancer and major depression, clinical trial reveals
Credit: Ivan Samkov from Pexels New results from a clinical trial reveal that a single dose of psilocybin—a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in mushrooms—can provide sustained reductions in depression…
Viewpoint: Controversy heats up over ‘informed consent’ for trans-identifying teenagers seeking a sex change operation
In the U.S., the mainstream medical (and legal) community strongly supports gender-affirming care for young people. Most American doctors “maintain… that “gender-affirming care is essential, life-saving medical treatment that supports individuals…
Women who work nightshifts are more likely to have asthma, research indicates
Credit: Laura James from Pexels Women who work nightshifts are more likely to suffer with moderate or severe asthma compared to women who work in the daytime, according to a…
New archaeological treasures unearthed at Finziade
Archaeologists excavating at Finziade in southern Italy have unearthed an artisan workshop and a domestic sacellum containing archaeological treasures. Founded in 282 BC by Phintius of Acragas (often referred to…
Go inside the development of NASA’s $10 billion James Webb Space Telescope with new ‘Cosmic Dawn’ documentary
For space fans, June has something extra to enjoy, as NASA recently released “Cosmic Dawn,” a new “intimate access” documentary all about designing and assembling the James Webb Space Telescope.…
Big tech on a quest for ideal AI device
Former Apple design chief Jony Ive (L) has joined forces with OpenAI to make a device ideal for engaging with generative artificial intelligence. ChatGPT-maker OpenAI has enlisted the legendary designer…
