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Webb detects methane on an interstellar comet for the first time
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has detected methane on an interstellar comet, revealing chemistry that scientists say is unusual for such an object. The finding is being highlighted as a first-of-its-kind observation that could help explain how interstellar bodies evolve.
Living organism found growing inside a 5,300-year-old mummy
Researchers reported that a yeast species was still alive inside a mummy dated to roughly 5,300 years ago. The organism has reportedly changed over the past nine years despite long-term freezing preservation, raising new questions about conservation and microbial survival in ancient remains.
Study suggests some supermassive black holes may have been born big
Scientists are reporting evidence that some supermassive black holes may have formed without first passing through a stellar-collapse stage. If confirmed, the result would reshape ideas about how these extremely massive objects formed in the early universe.
NASA image shows a supermassive black hole feeding on nearby matter
NASA has released an observation of a supermassive black hole about 60 million light-years away that is actively accreting surrounding material. The object is described as having about two million times the Sun’s mass, and the image helps scientists study how black holes grow.
Scientists identify a clue to pigeons’ magnetic navigation
Researchers traced pigeons’ mysterious magnetic sense to iron-rich cells in the liver. The finding adds to long-running debate over how birds navigate and could clarify the biological basis of magnetoreception.
World’s oldest non-figurative painting found in an Indonesian cave
A cave discovery in Indonesia is being described as the world’s oldest known non-figurative painting. The find is important because it may push back the timeline for abstract artistic expression in human history.
Massive 30-year diet study revisits heart-health advice
A long-term study of nearly 200,000 adults has been reported as settling the low-carb versus low-fat debate for heart health. The result is drawing attention because it may influence how nutrition research translates into public health guidance.
Researchers speed up complex chemical modeling
Newswise reports that a collaboration involving Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, HUN-REN Wigner Research Centre for Physics, SandboxAQ, and NVIDIA has achieved unprecedented speed in modeling complex metal-containing molecules. The advance could improve how scientists simulate chemistry for materials and energy applications.
U.S. move to dismantle major ocean observatories alarms climate scientists
A report says the U.S. government is preparing to dismantle one of the most advanced ocean monitoring systems used to track climate change impacts. Scientists warn that losing the observatories would reduce the quality of long-term data on ocean conditions.
Young people join neuroscientists on brain research communication project
Frontiers says children aged 8–15 worked with leading neuroscientists and Brain Prize winners to review articles about breakthrough brain research. The project is designed to make advanced neuroscience more accessible while involving younger audiences in science communication.