A Parigi il vertice su Hormuz, Starmer: ‘Missione difensiva dopo il cessate il fuoco’. Trump: ‘La Nato stia alla larga’ – Notizie – Ansa.it

Si è conclusa la conferenza sulla navigazione marittima nello Stretto di Hormuz all’Eliseo, a cui hanno partecipato in presenza il presidente francese Emmanuel Macron, il primo ministro britannico Keir Starmer, la premier Giorgia Meloni e il cancelliere tedesco Friedrich Merz. Inclusi quelli in videocollegamento, a quanto si apprende, erano presenti…

A “lost world” beneath the North Sea was once full of forests

New research led by the University of Warwick shows that forests were already growing across Doggerland, a now-submerged landmass beneath the North Sea, far earlier than scientists once believed. The findings indicate this lost landscape may have served as a welcoming refuge for plants, animals, and possibly humans long before…

This chain of atoms can detect electric fields with stunning precision

Measuring low-frequency electric fields with high precision is still a major scientific challenge. Existing sensing technologies often fall short when trying to achieve three key goals at once: accurate calibration, compact size, and the ability to determine both the strength and direction of a field. Rydberg atoms have emerged as…

Scientists discover bacteria can “explode” to spread antibiotic resistance

Scientists have uncovered new details about how bacteria share genes, including those that drive antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a growing global health threat. The findings come from researchers at the John Innes Centre, who studied unusual particles known as gene transfer agents (GTAs). GTAs resemble bacteriophages (viruses that infect bacteria), but…

Myanmar, annullate tutte le condanne a morte – Notizie – Ansa.it

Il leader del Myanmar Min Aung Hlaing ha ordinato la cancellazione di tutte le condanne a morte, uno dei suoi primi atti ufficiali da quando ha assunto la presidenza cinque anni dopo il colpo di Stato.     “Le condanne a morte saranno commutate in ergastolo”, ha dichiarato il leader 69enne…

Can sparkling water boost metabolism and help with weight loss?

Sparkling water may play a small role in weight management by slightly increasing blood glucose uptake and metabolism, which is the process the body uses to convert energy. However, the effect appears to be minimal. A brief analysis published in BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health concludes that carbonated water alone…

Scientists discover natural hormone that reverses obesity

Scientists have discovered how a naturally occurring hormone can reverse obesity in mice, and the answer lies in the brain. Researchers at the University of Oklahoma found that the hormone works by sending signals to a brain region that helps control metabolism and appetite. This is the same general area…

Scientists supercharge immune cells to destroy cancer more effectively

Researchers in Brazil are advancing a promising form of cancer immunotherapy by making natural killer (NK) cells more powerful and precise. In a recent study, scientists at the Ribeirão Preto Blood Center and the Center for Cell-Based Therapy (CTC) used the NK-92 cell line to test new designs of chimeric…

A “death” protein may be the key to slowing aging at its source

As people get older, their blood and immune systems gradually lose strength. A major reason is the decline of hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs), which are responsible for producing all types of blood cells. Under healthy conditions, these stem cells can renew themselves and create a balanced mix of blood cells.…

Scientists remove “zombie” cells and reverse liver damage in mice

UCLA scientists have uncovered a harmful group of immune cells that quietly builds up in aging tissues and in the livers of people with fatty liver disease. When these cells were removed in mice, inflammation dropped sharply and liver damage was reversed, even though the animals continued eating an unhealthy…

MIT scientists just found a hidden problem slowing the ozone comeback

The 1987 Montreal Protocol is often described as the most successful environmental treaty ever created. It has led to a steady global phaseout of chemicals that once damaged the ozone layer and increased risks such as skin cancer. Research led by MIT has shown that cutting these ozone-depleting substances is…

Fool’s gold isn’t so foolish: Scientists find hidden treasure in pyrite

Airlines have strict rules about where you can pack your laptop, and lithium-ion batteries are the reason. These batteries, which power everything from phones to electric cars, can pose a fire risk under certain conditions. The danger comes from lithium itself. This lightweight metal is highly reactive, meaning it can…

Common IBS medications linked to higher risk of death in major study

A new large-scale study led by researchers at Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University is raising questions about the long-term safety of some medications commonly used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The findings suggest that certain drugs, including antidepressants, may be linked to a small but measurable increase in the risk…