Science News Archive 2026

Trends in metabolic bariatric surgery utilization in the era of GLP-1s, 2022-2024

2026 Gutenberg Research Award goes to Bissera Pentcheva

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.

Africa’s young workforce could reshape global growth

Forgotten and isolated: 1.8 million people still vulnerable to Covid 19 face a mental health crisis

Two spacecraft observed both hemispheres of interstellar comet simultaneously

Vortex-induced triboelectric nanogenerator for multidirectional wind energy harvesting enables efficient wind energy harvesting under low wind speed and high humidity

He said, she said: Why men and women experience the world differently #ASA190

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Many Americans pessimistic about AI’s impact – and want more regulation

Europe advances genomic surveillance of CCRE with landmark multi-country study

New health security operations center will monitor infectious disease risks during this summer’s World Cup gatherings

Tiny molecules unlock big gains in soil health

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Atomic step–terrace ordering enables unprecedented precision in mechanical testing

OIST Innovation Accelerator opens applications for 2027–2028 cohort focused on bioconvergence and sustainability

How bank shocks propagate through production networks

Flu signals in wastewater offer an early warning for community outbreaks

Preoperative VR exposure studied in surgical care at Semmelweis University’s Pediatric Center

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

Spray and soil: A smart silicon solution for safer rice

Real-world effectiveness and safety of coblopasvir plus sofosbuvir in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C infection in Wenzhou, Eastern China

Results of major heart study set to save lives, reduce unneeded heart implants

A hidden lubricant in creeping faults? Uncovering the mysteries of aseismic slip

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

“Even recognizing puddles at night”... KAIST surpasses the limits of autonomous driving​

Increasing seasonal fluctuations in sea level are under-reported, but could have a major impact

Combined short-term effects of air pollutants linked to 146,500 premature deaths per year in Europe

Chromatin-mediated upregulation of Monascus pigments in Talaromyces purpurogenus OUCMDZ-019 via disruption of Ash2

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

New research explains how babies help their caregivers

Buffalo without lake-effect snow? Ancient iceberg scratches reveal a reverse snowbelt

Successful opening the largest BL3 and ABL3 special labs for the domestic universities and holding a symposium

Longevity-linked APOE2 gene variant helps neurons repair DNA and resist aging

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

Molecular grappling hooks improve cancer drug targeting and effectiveness

Scientists seek to understand effects of rain falling on snow in the Arctic

Bronchiectasis and NTM Care Center Network expands to 62 centers

Electricity could produce cement with almost no carbon footprint

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

Rhein attenuates severe acute pancreatitis-associated intestinal injury through pparγ regulating macrophage activation

Blood-based 'ageing clock' predicts dementia risk and earlier onset

American Society for Nutrition Foundation and Novo Nordisk Foundation announce 2026 awardees advancing nutrition and obesity science

Light-Activated Copper(II) Complexes for Efficient anti-Markovnikov Alkene Hydration

Better batteries begin with optimized slurry processing

Meta Quest 3 512GB

Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.

Using real-time brain signals to predict and prevent attention lapses in kids

Perimenopause may offer a “window of opportunity” for heart disease prevention in women

Storms, dryness accelerate Amazonian forests' biomass turnover

AI generates first complete models of proteins in motion

MIT-MGH team finds a new approach to cancer vaccination that yields more powerful T cells

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Penn researchers create AI tool to speed antibiotic discovery

Routine scans may reveal tumor aggressiveness in head and neck cancer – without additional tests

Ultrasound has potential to alter how the brain responds to pain

New study reveals strict selection patterns in social relationships

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

New AI closes data gaps and shows how extreme weather emerges on Earth

The ionic path to all-solid-state batteries

Rewiring rumination: A targeted brain-based approach to depression

The cinema effect: Turning films into a gateway to science

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

Osteoporosis could prove deadly in postmenopausal women

Boosting carbon capture performance with laser-engineered MOFs!

Scientists reconstruct historical climate trends from diaries

Rapid tests linked to better management of chronic diseases

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.

A perspective paper looks at digital transportation’s basic theories

GPS data reveals why pedestrians in Phnom Penh rarely walk the shortest route

EASO issues new update of its ‘living’ guidance for appropriate use of pharmacotherapy in obesity management

No refrigeration needed for killer disease vaccine

Predicting typhoon intensity using ocean surface temperatures

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

From Chinese medicine to computing: Duke-NUS broadens access to medicine