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As lakes turn brown, trout and bass decline while pike and walleye thrive
Freshwater lakes across North America and Europe are becoming noticeably browner, reducing underwater visibility and reshaping fish populations. Research found that several popular sport fish, including trout, bass, perch, and whitefish, tend to decline in darker waters. Meanwhile, walleye and northern pike often become more abundant because they are better adapted to low-visibility conditions. The shift could change both lake ecosystems and the fishing experience for millions of anglers.
Tubulin prevents toxic brain protein clumps linked to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
Scientists at Baylor College of Medicine may have uncovered a promising new way to combat Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Instead of trying to stop Tau and alpha-synuclein proteins from gathering into tiny droplets inside brain cells, the researchers found that tubulin—the protein that builds the cell’s internal transport network—can redirect these proteins away from forming toxic clumps and toward healthy, productive work.
Long-lived families reveal a rare genetic clue to healthy aging
A study of long-lived families has identified rare genetic variants that may help people stay healthier for much longer as they age. One standout mutation appears to temper inflammation, potentially delaying disease and extending years of healthy living.
Chinese sodium battery surprised scientists by matching key Tesla benchmarks
Researchers found that a Chinese sodium-ion battery performs far better than expected, with production quality and design features comparable to Tesla’s batteries. If engineers can improve cold-weather charging and energy density, sodium could become a cheaper and more abundant alternative to lithium for EVs and large-scale energy storage.
The surprising science of how fatherhood changes the brain
Recent studies suggest that, like mothers, fathers may undergo a profound shift in their biology and brains in preparation for and response to the responsibilities of parenthood.
The science of canine fitness and rehabilitation
Dr. Leilani Alvarez serves as Director of the Tina Santi Flaherty Rehabilitation & Fitness Service and leads the Integrative and Rehabilitative Medicine Department at the Schwarzman Animal…
Science & Medicine: A San Antonio researcher is studying magnets and money to treat alcohol use disorder
Alcohol use disorder affects millions of Americans, but treatment options remain limited, and relapse is common. A UT Health San Antonio researcher is studying two unconventional approaches that he hopes could one day be combined into a single, more effective treatment.
Letter: Missouri teachers need education in the 'science of reading' for kids
I give Avery Frank a grade of B for his op-ed "Teacher preparation in Missouri getting a failing grade" (June 18.) I have a special interest in reading preparation, as
Want to Raise Successful Kids in the Age of Screens? Science Says Good Luck With That
Is totally unrealistic advice ever any good?
Yellowstone Wolves' Forest Revival Was Overstated, Scientists Say
Back to the drawing board?
Citizen science in Japan’s Ogasawara Islands spotlights ties between ships and birds
A recent study has shed new light on seabirds’ tendencies to follow ships near the island chain and highlights the role wildlife enthusiasts can play in research.
Public invited to trivia with scientists gathering from around the world in Lead
Dakota Shivers Brewing in Lead will host a series of pub talks and trivia nights featuring physicists from the workshop posing science-related questions.
UH researchers awarded $12M grant to advance AI, data science in medicine | University of Hawaiʻi System News
New center will support innovative biomedical research, develop future scientific leaders, and expand research infrastructure in Hawaiʻi.
Major review finds vaping likely causes lung and oral cancer
Researchers have concluded that nicotine vapes are likely to cause lung and oral cancers, based on evidence ranging from human biomarkers to animal and laboratory studies. The findings challenge the idea that vaping is a harmless alternative to smoking and suggest health risks may be emerging much sooner than many expected.
Scientists discover neurons must break their DNA to build the brain
As newborn neurons make their way through the developing brain, they must squeeze through incredibly tight spaces to reach their final destinations. Researchers discovered that this physical journey routinely causes some of the most severe forms of DNA damage—double-strand breaks—yet the young brain has evolved an impressive ability to repair the damage almost immediately.
Think human anatomy is finished? Scientists say think again
Despite centuries of study, scientists are still finding new details and even overlooked structures within the human body. As researchers explore anatomical differences between individuals, it’s becoming clear that the body is far more complex—and less fully understood—than textbooks suggest.
The Science Behind Aldi's Exploding Turkey Burger Scandal
A few years ago Aldi had to contend with a lawsuit regarding an exploding turkey burger. Here's the science behind why that incident unfortunately occurred.
Dinosaurs invaded downtown St. Paul for blockbuster 1986 Science Museum exhibit
The brontosaurus and a 10-foot-tall Tyrannosaurus rex had been floated down the Mississippi River from Minneapolis that morning on coal barges to drum up publicity for the exhibit. It worked.
It's Official: Third Galaxy Found With No Dark Matter May Solve an Epic Mystery
We've never seen anything like this.
Students turn local fishing culture into hands-on science, business project
Crawford School students built crawler harnesses and perch rigs, designed packaging and sold products at local craft fair
At marine science camp, Pinellas teens get firsthand look at Gulf life
Oceanography Camp Especially for Girls has long aimed to steer young women into STEM.
Israel Pennerman: From The Bahamas to Biomedical Science, A Journey of Discovery & Purpose
Fall 2025 Graduate | Public Health Science For Israel Pennerman, pursuing a degree in Public Health Science was never simply about earning a diploma. It was about gaining the knowledge and skills needed to address health challenges facing communities around the world. Originally from Nassau, The Bahamas, Pennerman arrived at Saint Augustine’s University with a […]
A Visit to the Network School in Forest City
Last week I traveled to Singapore to give an invited talk at the AI4X conference, an exciting new venue gathering computer scientists, physicists and engineers to discuss how AI will accelerate
Earth’s early life was terrible at sex, say scientists
Sexual reproduction only began to improve when early animals began facing more stress and competition, a study suggests.
Students are Ditching Computer Science as AI Job Fears Grow
Goldman data and a weak entry-level market push students out of AI-exposed college majors toward safer fields.
Students are Ditching Computer Science as AI Job Fears Grow
Goldman data and a weak entry-level market push students out of AI-exposed college majors toward safer fields.
The first primates may have evolved in the cold, not the tropics
A surprising new study suggests the earliest primates didn't originate in tropical forests but in cold, dry parts of North America. Some may have even survived seasonal Arctic conditions by slowing their metabolism or hibernating. Researchers found that dramatic climate shifts, rather than warmth, played a major role in driving primate evolution and expansion. The discovery reshapes our understanding of how our own lineage began.
A single cobalt shock could trigger global EV battery supply chaos
The global cobalt supply chain is more interconnected—and more vulnerable—than previously thought, with disruptions capable of triggering far-reaching cascades across multiple countries and industries. Researchers warn that protecting battery supply chains will require system-wide coordination because critical bottlenecks can turn local shocks into global problems.
Scientists found a cannabis compound that relieves pain without the high
Compounds responsible for the aroma of cannabis and many other plants may offer a surprising new way to relieve chronic pain. Researchers found that several cannabis-derived terpenes significantly reduced pain in mouse models of fibromyalgia and post-surgical pain, with one terpene, geraniol, showing especially strong effects. Unlike THC, these compounds are not associated with psychoactive effects, making them a potentially attractive alternative for pain treatment.
This DNA repair gene went rogue and exposed a cancer weakness
Scientists have discovered that a gene normally considered a DNA-protecting "good guy" can become dangerous when cells make too much of it. The gene, EXO1, acts like molecular scissors that help repair DNA, but when overproduced it starts cutting DNA it shouldn't, creating damage linked to cancer.
This simple twist could bring quantum computers closer to reality
Researchers found that twisting layered sheets of hexagonal boron nitride can dramatically change the light produced by quantum emitters embedded within the material. The technique offers an unexpected new level of control over components that could power future quantum computers, communications systems, and sensors.
This Week in Science: A Voice-Restoring Brain Implant, Nuclear Clocks, And More!
Our weekly science news roundup.
Steven Bartlett Claims 3 Glasses of Wine Cost Him 3 Days of Productivity. Here's What the Science Says
When "The Diary of a CEO" host claimed a few drinks ruined his productivity for days, critics scoffed. We turned to medical professionals and researchers for their take.
Opinion | We Need to Keep Funding Weird Science
Science turned a serendipitous finding about lizard venom into one of the most important drugs of the century, but that type of research is getting harder to do.
‘It’s not science, it’s coercion’: health experts decry RFK Jr order on hantavirus quarantine
Kennedy overrides CDC order saying an American who came into contact with hantavirus can self-quarantine
‘It’s not science, it’s coercion’: health experts decry RFK Jr order on hantavirus quarantine
Kennedy overrides CDC order saying an American who came into contact with hantavirus can self-quarantine
Here’s who’ll win the World Cup, according to science
Statisticians from across Europe teamed up to train a competition-predicting, machine learning algorithm. This is what they found.
Science news this week: Goblin shark filmed for first time, California close to a major quake, physicists split photon, and inside China's plans to 'tame nature'
June 20, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
MSU researcher, Partnership Middle School students collaborate on climate science literacy podcast
STARKVILLE —Mississippi State Assistant Professor Lourdes Cardozo-Gaibisso is immersing local middle school students in climate science literacy exploration through podcasting, helping them share experiences, ask questions and engage with environmental
Copiague student earns top honors in New York Science Congress
Forty-four research projects advanced to the state competition after being named winners at this year's Long Island Science Congress.
Sugar-Free Diets May Have a Hidden Side Effect, Study in Mice Suggests
But there's a lot we don't know.
Sugar-Free Diets May Have a Hidden Side Effect, Study in Mice Suggests
But there's a lot we don't know.
Should everyone be on GLP-1s? What science actually tells us (and doesn't) about the broader health benefits
The laundry list of possible health benefits from GLP-1 drugs seems to get longer by the day, from cancer prevention to combating addiction. But while there’s no question these medications show immense promise beyond their use for diabetes and weight loss, science is still catching up.
New Citizen Science Lab opens in Pittsburgh’s Hill District
The Citizen Science Lab cut the ribbon on its new innovation center in the heart of the Hill District on Friday.
Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum Presents ‘Saved By The Spirits: Did Religion Rescue Paleolithic Humans From Extinction?’ June 24
Dr. Nels Hoffman/Courtesy photo LAF&S FORUM NEWS RELEASE The Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum 2026 Summer Series Presents ‘Saved by the Spirits: Did religion rescue paleolithic humans from ex…
Analysing the Trionda: The science behind the 2026 World Cup ball
How the history of soccer has been shaped by panels, grooves and a desire to avoid wobbliness
Scott Lowe, researcher: ‘Governments must fund science. Pharmaceutical companies want to help, but they also want to make money’
The geneticist speaks with EL PAÍS about the advances and challenges in the field of cancer research
National Science Foundation reverses decision to dismantle critical ocean monitoring network
The Trump administration is reversing its decision to dismantle a critical ocean monitoring system after receiving bipartisan backlash in Congress.
White House Creates a UAP Science Council
Below is a transcript of an interview I just had with Elizabeth Vargas on NewsNation. Her questions are labeled below by EV and my answers…
New Citizen Science Lab opens in Pittsburgh’s Hill District
Officials hope the new lab will open doors for young Pittsburgh residents.
Ozempic changed obesity treatment, but experts say the real revolution is next
The obesity treatment landscape is changing fast, with GLP-1 drugs opening the door to more effective care than ever before. Experts now envision a future where medications, minimally invasive procedures, surgery, and precision medicine work together to deliver better long-term results.
Hidden geological process offsets carbon emissions from thawing permafrost
Scientists found that thawing permafrost can trigger increased rock weathering, a natural process that absorbs CO2 from the atmosphere. In some regions, this carbon uptake was strong enough to fully offset — or even surpass — river greenhouse gas emissions.
The secret language behind animal cooperation
Animals from different species often rely on surprisingly sophisticated communication to work together, whether finding food, cleaning parasites, or gaining protection. New research suggests these interspecies “conversations” are flexible, evolved, and far more important to life in nature than scientists once realized.
The science of 'Dad Brain' and how fatherhood changes men
While most scientific research has focused on men, when it comes to parenthood, it's all about mothers. But new research shows that men undergo profound changes biologically and psychologically when they become fathers. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores the surprising science of "Dad Brain" with Darby Saxbe.
Buffalo Science Museum hosts annual Community Health Day event
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Juneteenth was a busy day at the Buffalo Museum of Science, where families attended a free health and wellness fair on Friday. Community Health Day is designed to conne…
MLK Center for Scientific Excellence celebrates grand opening in Pittsburgh
A new science hub is open in Pittsburgh’s Hill District neighborhood. The MLK Center for Scientific Excellence aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and thinkers.
Hope from Science and New Polling on America’s Creed
John West discussed the meaning of equality, enshrined in the Declaration of Independence, when it’s obvious that individual humans are not all equally gifted.
Citizen Science Lab brings hands-on STEM to Pittsburgh's Hill District
A state-of-the-art science and technology center opened in Pittsburgh's Hill District.
Citizen Science Lab brings hands-on STEM to Pittsburgh's Hill District
The Yoga Effect: The Science-Backed Benefits
Researchers are now finding yoga may help everything from chronic pain to mental health, to heart function.
UMass Amherst Ag and Food Science Programs Ranked Among the Best in the World
Source: UMass News & Media The University of Massachusetts Amherst Agricultural Sciences and Food Sciences and Technology programs have again been ranked among the Top 10 worldwide in the 2026-27 Best Global Universities by U.S. News & World Report. The 12th annual edition of U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities rankings evaluating more than 2,250 institutions in the U.S. and
Arkansas Food Science & Innovation Center gets State Grant
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced a $5 million grant for the construction of the University of Arkansas Department of Food Science’s Center of Excellence for Food Science and Innovation.
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announces $5 million in funding for UA Food Sciences Center of Excellence
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has allocated $5 million from the Restricted Reserve fund to the University of Arkansas Department of Food Science for the construction of a Center of Excel…
Commuity invited to Christian Science discussion on June 25
BRATTLEBORO — “How Spiritual Perception Brings Healing” is the focus of a Christian Science talk by Alexandre Fischer, CS, to be given at First Church of Christ, Scientist on Thursday,
Breakthrough Science Meets Market Skepticism: Insight Molecular Diagnostics Inc. (IMDX)’s Defining Moment
Insight Molecular Diagnostics Inc. (NASDAQ:IMDX) is one of the high-growth micro-cap stocks to buy now. On June 11, Insight Molecular Diagnostics Inc. (NASDAQ:IMDX) announced the online publication in the American Journal of Transplantation of new data demonstrating the statistical superiority of its flagship GraftAssure transplant rejection monitoring assay. The study showed that the novel GraftAssure […]
Join Revels and the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture for the Summer Solstice!
Revels is excited to return to the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture with an exciting program of singing, dancing, and puppetry! Come join in this FREE event on the […]
High School Students Conduct Research at UAMS’ Summer Under the Microscope Camp
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health Department of Environmental Health Sciences (EHS) welcomed nearly 20 high school students to its inaugural Summer Under the Microscope camp. Under the supervision of the department’s faculty, the students from around central Arkansas conducted various…
Citizen Science Lab’s new home brings hope to Herron Avenue corridor
The Citizen Science Lab expanded into the newly renovated, previously long-abandoned Martin Luther King, Jr. Reading and Cultural Center in the Hill District.
Assertio completes $166M merger with Zydus following bidding war
The deal leaves Lake Forest-based Assertio, which specializes in oncology drugs, as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Zydus Lifesciences.
U.S. scientific instruments in oceans off Alaska and elsewhere to remain in place
After a public outcry and a unanimous Senate vote, the National Science Foundation dropped plans to remove parts of the Ocean Observatories Initiative system.
Trump backs down on plans to slash ocean science funding
The U-turn takes pressure off the EU, which would struggle to fill the ocean monitoring funding gap.
Could China make a sea-skimming hypersonic missile a real nightmare for the US?
The country’s top science institute is launching a research programme into the technology that might one day underpin such a weapon.
The Case Against Science
In debates of vaccination, evolution, and climate change, the case follows a very similar playbook: to undermine trust in established scientific understanding all one needs to do is create doubt.
These Award-Winning Science Photos Capture the Beauty—and Weirdness—of Research
From fluorescent mosquitoes to scientists swimming alongside whale sharks, Nature's annual photo contest offers a rare look at science in action.
U.S. scientific instruments in oceans off Alaska and elsewhere to remain in place
After a public outcry, the National Science Foundation dropped its plan to remove much of the Ocean Observatories Initaitive system.
Most Women Give Birth at Night—Scientists Reveal the Surprising Reason Why - Futura-Sciences
The Night Owl Mystery of Labor This isn’t just a feeling shared by midwives and obstetricians doing overnight shifts. Research, including studies published by University College London in the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, confirms this trend: spontaneous births cluster significantly during the nighttime hours. Behind this pattern lies our...
O'Shaughnessy Ventures Backs Writer Telling the Human Story of Science
/PRNewswire/ -- O'Shaughnessy Ventures LLC (OSV), an investment firm that empowers creators, has awarded an O'Shaughnessy Fellowship to Jolie Gan, a writer...
NC science panel urges caution in use of hardened structures to protect coastline
As state lawmakers consider repealing the longstanding ban on jetties on North Carolina’s coastline, some of the state’s top scientists are recommending "a cautious approach" to allowing any new hardened structures.
‘The purpose of the rule is fascism’: scientists fight back against planned Trump research cuts
Stand Up for Science founder says proposal to control how grants are spent would ‘dismantle US science ecosystem’
Rousseeuw Prize Recognizes R Core Team's Role in Advancing Global Data Science
NEW YORK, June 19, 2026 — Five members of the R Core Team have been awarded the prestigious Rousseeuw Prize for Statistics for their decades of work building and maintaining […]
Student research in Yellowstone could help scientists understand life on other planets
Arizona State University doctoral candidates Tanner Barnes and Vince Debes both enjoy a good hike. But when they set out on trails in places like Yellowstone National Park, they are not just taking in the sights — they are collecting samples that could answer some of science’s biggest questions: how life survives in extreme environments, how planets become habitable and what signs of life scientists should look for beyond Earth.
Scientists expected a black hole but found a neutrino factory powered by stars
A distant galaxy nicknamed Shadow Blaster may have revealed a surprising source of cosmic neutrinos: extreme star formation instead of a supermassive black hole. The discovery suggests that hidden, dust-filled starburst galaxies could account for a significant fraction of the Universe’s high-energy neutrinos.
Researchers found a Wordle strategy that wins 99% of the time
Researchers developed a Wordle-solving strategy that succeeds 99% of the time by focusing on information gain rather than likely answers. The method uses Shannon entropy to identify guesses that reveal the most about the hidden word. Each guess is designed to slash uncertainty and narrow the possibilities faster. The result significantly outperformed more traditional Wordle tactics.
Earthshine: imaging the Moon for science
This image is part of a series captured by ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot for the European Earthshine experiment, which investigates whether we can measure how much sunlight Earth reflects by using the Moon as a natural projection screen.
Herring Gut Coastal Science Center welcomes two new members to Advisory Council
PORT CLYDE — Two distinguished leaders in environmental science and communications have been appointed to Herring Gut Coastal Science Center's Advisory Council: Claire Parsons and Melissa Waterman. The Advisory Council provides strategic guidance and expertise to support Herring Gut's mission of educating students and communities about the connections between Maine's waters, environment, and economy.
New workshop trains Catholic scientists to fight myth of faith-science conflict
This year at its annual conference, the Society of Catholic Scientists offered a new workshop designed to prepare Catholic scientists to speak on science and faith topics in the public square.
The science of 'Dad Brain' and how fatherhood changes men
The science of 'Dad Brain' and how fatherhood changes men
Gaona: «I’ve seen things that science can’t explain»
Neuropsychiatrist José Miguel Gaona publishes *Possession*, a journey to the boundary between reason, faith, and the inexplicable
Christian Science Reading Room Returns To Westport
Addition nearing completion on Compo Road
Science with Stevie: Summer Solstice
The sun is ready for its big moment in the spotlight! Meteorologist Stevie Daniels talks about the summer solstice in this Science with Stevie segment!
Can Better Sleep Lower Dementia Risk? What the Science Says
Poor sleep may raise your Alzheimer's risk by as much as 44%. Here's what researchers know about sleep, brain health, and what you can do tonight.
The Frontiers of Knowledge Awards Champion Science and Culture as Engines of Progress in Uncertain Times
Carlos Torres Vila hailed the transformative, unifying power of science and culture at the ceremony for the 18th BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards.
Three computer science students gain national recognition for AI-based homebuilding platform
The project, called Vision, helped the UT San Antonio team land a spot as a one of 15 national finalists in the 2026 Red Bull Basement competition.
Balancing benefit and risk: Nisha Vora on the science of pharmacovigilance
As Safety Science Director, she works across both early development and post-marketing, ensuring that risks are anticipated, analyzed, and managed so treatments can reach patients responsibly.
K-Beauty's New Frontier: Microbiome Science Hits U.S. Retail Shelves
South Korean brand Lactomedi’s nationwide CVS launch signals a major shift in feminine care, blending K-Beauty innovation with advanced microbiome science.
New First-of-Its-Kind Flu Vaccine Approved by FDA Expert Panel
This could prevent thousands of hospitalizations.