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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 p

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Butterfly that barely ages could help unlock longevity secrets

Scientists discovered that Heliconius butterflies have evolved an extraordinary lifespan, living several times longer than closely related species. Even more surprising, some show little sign of physical decline as they age. Their unusual pollen-feeding lifestyle may play a role,

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Ebola and hantavirus can start like the flu but turn deadly fast

Two dangerous viruses are back in the spotlight, reminding health officials how quickly infectious diseases can become serious threats. Hantavirus, often linked to rodents, can cause severe heart and lung complications and has no specific treatment or vaccine, while certain strai

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One common fat may fuel type 2 diabetes while another helps fight it

Not all fats affect your body the same way. Researchers found that palmitic acid, a saturated fat common in many foods, may contribute to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes by triggering inflammation, toxic fat buildup, and cellular stress. In contrast, oleic acid—the heart-h

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MoD papers show chemicals washed down drain at base

Renewed calls for forever chemical investigation following the release of historical site documents. O recorte ajuda a contextualizar a pauta dentro de Agro.

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NASA’s Cold Atom Lab is creating one of the weirdest forms of matter in space

NASA’s upgraded Cold Atom Lab is turning the International Space Station into a frontier for quantum research, creating ultra-cold matter that behaves in astonishing ways. The experiments could unlock new discoveries about the universe while paving the way for powerful future tec

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Australia's coal and gas exports violate our human rights, group says in new UN case

The group says that it is unlawful for Australia to continue approving fossil fuel exports without protecting its citizens.

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Scientists say most people need more protein than current guidelines suggest

A new review suggests that doing more exercise and eating more protein than current minimum recommendations may help people stay stronger, sharper, and more independent as they age. The goal isn't building a beach body—it's extending healthspan and maintaining the ability to full

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Future astronauts could walk across rocks from deep inside the Moon

A colossal ancient collision may have left some of the Moon’s deepest secrets surprisingly close to future Artemis landing sites. By recreating the impact that formed the giant South Pole-Aitken basin—the Moon’s largest and oldest crater—scientists found that a low-angle strike f

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Seabed damaged by fishing showing signs of recovery

Campaigners say improvements to the area trashed by illegal dredging show that marine protection works. O recorte ajuda a contextualizar a pauta dentro de Agro.

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Air pollution is a fixable problem – just look at how London and New York have cleaned up

We’ve shown that rapid, measurable progress is achievable in our cities. Here’s how that can now be replicated worldwideSadiq Khan is the mayor of London. Michael Bloomberg is a former mayor of New York CitySome public health threats make global headlines: Covid-19. Ebola. Famine

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Goodbye, pilates princess – hello, gym goblin: how the just-got-out-of-bed look took over

The colour-coordinated ‘clean girl’ athleisure aesthetic is dead. Now it’s all about mismatched outfits and vintage sportswearAt first, the goblins came for our downtime. Going “goblin mode” was a lifestyle confined to the home – to the bed, mostly. The “comforts of depravity” it

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