Life Briefing: One gene makes the difference: Breeding winter-hardy faba beans Strategic angle: An international research team has identified a crucial genetic factor that determines the winter hardiness of faba beans. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: What’s next for RFK Jr.’s MAHA allies on vaccine policy? Strategic angle: A coalition of Kennedy's allies gathered to discuss vaccines, but the health secretary was rarely mentioned. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Moisture-powered polymers could make cleaning CO₂ from air more efficient Strategic angle: Innovative materials may enhance carbon capture technology amidst rising atmospheric CO₂ levels. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Why March Madness is a perfect storm for betting Strategic angle: Sports betting continues to explode across the country, fueled by online platforms and celebrity endorsements. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life BioNTech Founders to Depart, Form New mRNA-Focused Company Ugur Sahin and Özlem Türeci, the couple who co-founded BioNTech, are leaving the Covid-19 vaccine maker to start a new, mRNA-focused firm. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Ancient parrot DNA reveals sophisticated, long-distance animal trade network pre-dating the Inca Empire Strategic angle: New analysis of ancient parrot DNA highlights a complex trade network in pre-Inca times. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Antibiotic resistance can vary depending on where the bacteria live Strategic angle: New research reveals that antibiotic resistance measurements are influenced by environmental conditions. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Impulse Space Expands Colorado Presence Strategic angle: Space mobility company Impulse Space has opened a Colorado facility to support development of its spacecraft. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Study shows spiral sound can shift sideways Strategic angle: A new University of Mississippi study reveals that certain sound waves can move sideways, potentially enhancing acoustic technology. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Heat does not reduce prosociality, study suggests Strategic angle: A new study challenges the notion that high temperatures lead to decreased prosocial behavior. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Modernization can increase differences between cultures Strategic angle: Exploring the paradox of how economic growth and globalization may widen cultural divides. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Strange cosmic burst from colliding galaxies shines light on heavy elements Strategic angle: A recently detected flash of energy appears to have emanated from the wreckage of colliding galaxies, according to an international team of astronomers led by Penn State scientists. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: ‘A sobering preview’: extreme heat now affects one in three people globally, study finds Strategic angle: Rising temperatures are making it difficult for even young, healthy individuals to perform normal physical tasks safely. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Subglacial weathering may have slowed planet's escape from snowball Earth Strategic angle: A new study challenges assumptions about Earth's extreme ice ages, revealing the role of subglacial weathering. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Dark Personality Levels Influence Career Choices Strategic angle: Research shows that personality traits significantly impact job interests and career paths. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Health AI startup to benefit from $1 billion funding round for Yann LeCun’s AMI Strategic angle: AI scribe company Nabla aims to be much more by using tech from Yann LeCun's new startup AMI, which just raised $1 billion. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: U.S. Senator Probes FDA Amid BioNTech Founders' Departure Strategic angle: The co-founders of BioNTech, known for their Covid-19 vaccine, are set to leave the company to launch a new mRNA-focused venture. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Amid dueling autism meetings, HHS cancels Strategic angle: Epilepsy med response, a long-awaited fix to the kidney transplant system, and more health news Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Oral Contraceptive Pills: Access and Availability Strategic angle: An overview of oral contraception, insurance coverage, and strategies to enhance access for women. Editorial Staff Mar 10
Life Briefing: Subway systems are uncomfortably hot—and worsening, study finds Strategic angle: A new study reveals that thermal discomfort in metro systems is increasing, impacting millions of commuters. Editorial Staff Mar 10