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9 Jun 2026

Biological signals that predict lifespan appear in dogs

New research from the Dog Aging Project finds that the same biological signals linked to human lifespan also appear in dogs. The study, published in The Journals of Gerontology, compared dog data with large human studies.

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31 May 2026

Mosquitoes can learn to like DEET smell

A study finds that mosquitoes can learn to associate the smell of DEET with food and in some cases become attracted to it. The research suggests how people should use repellents like DEET.

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31 May 2026

MRI and AI measure fluid flow in the brain

Researchers combined MRI scans with physics-informed AI to estimate slow fluid flow in the brain’s glymphatic system, which helps clear waste and is linked to Alzheimer’s. The team trained AI on dye videos and collected animal baseline data.

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30 May 2026

Nightjars use wing snaps in courtship

Researchers in northern Argentina found that male scissor-tailed nightjars make a snapping sound by striking their wing joints during courtship. The behavior was filmed with high-speed infrared cameras in predawn darkness.

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30 May 2026

Used high‑puff disposable vapes have more harmful chemicals

A study found that heavily used disposable vapes can contain higher levels of harmful aldehydes than fresh devices. Some chemicals rose after use and caused damage to human lung cells in laboratory tests.

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27 May 2026

Early eukaryotes lived on ancient seafloor

Researchers studied microfossils from the McArthur and Birrindudu basins in Northern Territory, Australia, dated 1.75–1.4 billion years ago. The fossils occur mainly in oxygenated seafloor sediments, suggesting early eukaryotes needed oxygen and lived on the seafloor.

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27 May 2026

Eclipse project increased people’s connection to science

A public participatory science project linked to the 2024 total solar eclipse showed that witnessing awe-inspiring events can raise people’s sense of science identity and belonging. Volunteers recorded animal behaviour and completed surveys.

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22 May 2026

Using Food to Teach Science to Preschoolers

Researchers at North Carolina State University found that food-based lessons for Head Start preschoolers helped children learn science and grow their vocabulary. The program used seed activities, simple recipes and teacher training in three counties.

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15 May 2026

Many US Dogs Show Fear in Daily Life

A large owner‑reported analysis found that most dogs in the United States show at least mild signs of fear or anxiety in everyday situations. The data come from owners and cover many places and types of dogs.

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15 May 2026

Garlic compound stops insect mating

Researchers at Yale found a natural compound in garlic that blocks mating and egg-laying in mosquitoes and some flies. The effect comes from taste receptors, and a method called phytoscreen could lead to eco-friendly pest control.

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14 May 2026

JWST map reveals the cosmic web across time

A new map from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) traces the cosmic web across 13.7 billion years, reaching back to when the universe was one billion years old. The COSMOS-Web survey released maps, data and public tools.

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13 May 2026

Brain-like chips could cut AI energy use

As chips reach physical limits and AI power needs rise, researchers explore neuromorphic computing. They build synapse-like devices that combine memory and processing to use far less energy, a team from the University of Missouri reports.

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13 May 2026

Dog owners' ethics and their training methods

A study links dog owners' training choices to their ethical views of animals. Researchers from the University of Copenhagen and the University of Edinburgh surveyed 500 US dog owners and found clear connections to welfare and rights.

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