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How Genetic Genealogy Solves Crimes and Exonerates the Innocent
Since 1989, over 3,600 individuals in the U.S. have been exonerated after being wrongfully convicted of crimes. Post-conviction DNA testing has played a crucial...
Connecting with Space: Harnessing AI for Interstellar Communication
As I engaged with the Hera Space Companion, an AI-powered assistant developed for the European Space Agency's (ESA) Hera mission, I couldn't help but...
Black Friday 2024 Air Purifier Deals: Top Discounts to Consider
This Black Friday, you can save big on top air purifiers to enhance the air quality in your home as the winter season approaches....
Massive Dinosaur Auctioned for Over $6 Million: Double the Length of a School Bus
An Apatosaurus skeleton, named "Vulcan," was recently auctioned off in France for over $6 million, making it the largest dinosaur fossil ever sold at...
Revealing Insights from Lucy’s Last Day: Uncovering the Final Hours of Our Ancient Ancestor
Fifty years ago, a fossil skeleton of an Australopithecus afarensis was discovered by anthropologists and was affectionately named "Lucy." Since then, researchers have been...
Scientists and Innovators Featured in Scientific American’s December 2024 Issue
In the latest issue of Scientific American, the spotlight is on the talented individuals who bring science to life through their creative work. From...
Exploring the Fascination with Horses and Hypochondria: A Curious Investigation
Growing up around horses may not be a common experience for everyone, but the history of our relationship with these majestic animals is fascinating....
Addressing Disparities in C-Section Rates among Black and White Pregnant Individuals
Two pregnant people, one Black and one white, with identical medical histories and pregnancies, walking into the same hospital to give birth. They are...
The Impact of This Spot on the Collapse of an Atlantic Current
Scientists have discovered the importance of the Irminger Sea in driving the key Atlantic currents that help regulate Earth's climate. This region off southeastern...
Mapping All 37 Trillion Cells in the Human Body: Scientists’ Breakthrough
Scientists have made a significant breakthrough in mapping all 37 trillion cells in the human body. The Human Cell Atlas (HCA) consortium has profiled...