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Apr 25 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Paths to Radicalization in Young Minds

Radicalization among young students is a hot topic. Researchers are digging deep to understand how common it is and what makes some kids more likely to go down that road. They are also looking at what might stop them from doing so. The goal is to gather all the available information. This includes

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Apr 25 2025SCIENCE

New York's Climate Science Hub Faces Uncertain Future

The Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS) is set to vacate its New York offices by the end of May. This move is part of a broader review of government leases, but the specifics remain unclear. The institute, known for its climate research, has been a fixture in New York since 1961. It's located

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Apr 25 2025HEALTH

Claudin 18. 2: A New Hope for Biliary Tract Cancer Treatment

Biliary tract cancers are a group of rare but aggressive tumors. They affect the bile ducts, which are essential for digestion. These cancers are tough to spot early and even tougher to treat. However, recent research has shed light on a potential game-changer: Claudin 18. 2. This protein, Claudin

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Apr 25 2025HEALTH

Why Kids with JIA Keep Changing Their Meds

JIA, or juvenile idiopathic arthritis, is a condition that affects many children. It's a type of arthritis that can cause joint pain and swelling. To manage this condition, doctors often prescribe medications known as biologic and targeted synthetic DMARDs. These medications are designed to help con

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Apr 25 2025SCIENCE

A New Way to Hear: The Infrared Light Breakthrough

The inner ear has a small but mighty part called the cochlea. It is key to how we hear. This part picks up sound waves and turns them into signals the brain can understand. Hair cells in the cochlea play a big role in this process. They pick up and boost these sound waves. For people with severe hea

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Apr 25 2025SCIENCE

How Genes and Upbringing Shape Kids' Behavior

The role of genes and environment in shaping a child's behavior has long been a topic of interest. A recent investigation dug into this by comparing two groups of children: identical twins adopted together from China and same-age, unrelated siblings raised together, often called virtual twins. The

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Apr 24 2025SCIENCE

The Oldest Ant Ever Found: Meet the Hell Ant

Ants are everywhere. They are one of the most common insects on Earth. There are over 13, 800 known species. Yet, scientists keep finding new things about them. Recently, a group of researchers found something amazing. They discovered the oldest ant fossil ever. This tiny insect is from 113 million

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Apr 24 2025SCIENCE

The Rise of Genetic Studies in Lung Cancer Research

Mendelian randomization (MR) has become a hot topic in lung cancer (LC) research. This method uses genetic variations to figure out if certain factors cause disease. Yet, there hasn"t been a thorough look at how this field has grown worldwide. This is where a recent study steps in. It dives into

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Apr 24 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking the Secrets of the Porcini Mushroom

The porcini mushroom, a beloved ingredient in many dishes, is more than just a tasty fungus. It's a key player in forest ecosystems, forming special partnerships with tree roots. Scientists have been eager to understand its genetics better, but until recently, detailed genetic maps were hard to come

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Apr 24 2025HEALTH

How Purpose in Life Affects Mental Health in Older Europeans

In Europe, older adults often grapple with mental health issues. One key factor that can influence this is how much purpose they find in life. A recent study looked into this, focusing on people aged 50 and over from 17 different European countries. The research aimed to see if certain cognitive abi

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