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Liver tissue decline transforms β-catenin mutations from harmful to cancer-driving
Research reveals β-catenin mutations become oncogenic only when liver tissue integrity declines with age or chronic injury, explaining why common mutations don't immediately cause cancer in healthy livers.
Scientists discover hidden genetic inheritance rules that defy Mendel's laws
Johns Hopkins researchers discovered non-Mendelian epigenetic inheritance in mice, where chemical modifications to DNA bypass normal inheritance rules and persist across generations, potentially explaining previously mysterious heritable human conditions.
Eclipse solar total del 12 de agosto: transmisiones en vivo de NASA y ESA
NASA y ESA transmitirán en directo el eclipse solar total del 12 de agosto de 2026 desde múltiples ubicaciones con cobertura científica, entrevistas especializadas e imágenes de telescopios y drones.
Device-assisted stretching cuts therapist injury risk by 69-fold, Nature study finds
A study of 32 physiotherapists found that device-assisted lower-limb stretching significantly reduces postural strain and musculoskeletal disorder risk compared to manual techniques, with 69-fold increased odds of safer posture.
Grifols acusa a Gotham de bloquear pruebas clave para el juicio por difamación en Nueva York
Grifols acusa a Gotham City Research de obstaculizar la entrega de documentación en el litigio por difamación en Nueva York, alegando que el fondo bajista limita la búsqueda de archivos para proteger información sensible.
Mankibo Launches Montabi, Blending Creature Collection With Tactical Deckbuilding
Indonesian developer Mankibo released Montabi, a tactical roguelike combining creature collection, deckbuilding, and grid-based combat where players assemble teams and manage evolving card synergies.
International fatigue conference tackles worker safety across transportation, healthcare, mining
An international conference in Perth examines how fatigue affects human performance across transportation, mining, healthcare and military sectors, featuring renowned sleep and safety experts.
Your Morning Cortisol Spike May Shape Afternoon Brain Performance
Research shows a cortisol surge in the first 45 minutes after waking predicts afternoon cognitive performance, independent of wake time or light exposure, suggesting a biological priming mechanism for daily demands.
Samsung Galaxy Watch's Antioxidant Sensor: How It Works
Samsung's Galaxy Watch uses BioActive sensors with LEDs to measure skin carotenoid levels, providing users a snapshot of their fruit and vegetable intake against WHO recommendations.
Vandals Cut Fiber Lines, Knocking Out Verizon Service for Thousands Across SoCal
Vandals cut multiple Verizon fiber lines, causing widespread service outages for thousands of mobile and internet customers across Southern California and other U.S. cities on Sunday.
Perseid meteor shower peaks with ideal viewing conditions this week
The Perseid meteor shower peaks August 12-13 with exceptional viewing conditions in the Northern Hemisphere, potentially showing 50-100 meteors per hour under ideal conditions.
Congo Ebola cases surge to 4,120 as WHO warns of accelerating spread
Democratic Republic of Congo reports 4,120 confirmed Ebola cases with 1,887 deaths as of August 6, with a 45.8% fatality rate. WHO warns of accelerating spread while authorities contain potential capital exposure.
Professor's String-and-Ball Demo Reveals How Vastly Far the Moon Really Is
A Royal Institution professor uses a globe, string, and ball to help students visualize the vast distance between Earth and the Moon, revealing it's roughly 10 Earth circumferences away.
Perseverance Rover Hits Marathon Milestone as Mars Exploration Evolves Beyond Single Missions
NASA's Perseverance rover has driven a marathon distance on Mars, demonstrating successful autonomous navigation. The mission continues evolving with sample return redesigns and new weather partnership studies.
Mars exploration matures: Perseverance hits marathon, sample return redesigned, weather data gaps exposed
Mars exploration is evolving from singular ambitious missions to fragmented, realistic approaches: Perseverance has driven a marathon distance, sample-return plans are being redesigned for feasibility, and NASA's new Aeolus partnership prioritizes atmospheric data for safer landings.
Intel vuelve al foco tras Terafab: ¿cuánto potencial queda por reflejar en valoración?
Intel vuelve al centro de atención tras anunciar su participación en Terafab, una empresa conjunta con SpaceX y Tesla para construir una planta de semiconductores en Texas. El debate se centra en si el mercado ya ha descontado este giro estratégico.
NASA's Airborne Eclipse Mission Captures Never-Before-Seen Solar Data
NASA is conducting an airborne mission during an upcoming total solar eclipse on August 12 to capture unprecedented scientific data from the rare celestial event.
Sulfur Gas Signal Boosts Tomato Heat Tolerance, Study Finds
Researchers identify hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) signaling via the SlLCD1 gene as critical for tomato heat tolerance, enabling plants to manage oxidative stress, water retention, and photosynthesis during extreme temperatures.
Katalyst Space Makes Progress Restoring Swift Observatory Control
Katalyst Space reports progress restoring control of the Swift servicing spacecraft in a risky mission to save NASA's falling observatory before it becomes unrecoverable.
Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks Aug. 12-13 With Up to 100 Meteors Per Hour
The Perseid Meteor Shower peaks August 12-13 with 50-100 meteors per hour visible across Oregon. A new moon phase provides optimal dark skies for viewing this annual celestial event.
Solar Eclipse and Perseid Meteor Shower Align for Rare Celestial Double Feature
A solar eclipse and peak Perseid meteor shower coincide Wednesday, offering skywatchers a rare celestial double feature. Canada will see a partial eclipse while Europe experiences totality.
Night Sky Dimming Twice as Fast as Satellites Detected, Study Finds
Citizen-science observations reveal artificial light pollution is brightening night skies at 9.6% annually—twice the satellite estimates—threatening visible starlight within a generation.
Night sky brightening faster than expected, study of 51,000 observations reveals
A study of 51,351 naked-eye observations reveals the night sky is brightening significantly faster than satellite measurements indicated, with children potentially seeing 60% fewer stars by adulthood from the same location.