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newscientist.com • Astronomy • World
New research using data from the James Webb Space Telescope suggests the strongest evidence yet for life on exoplanet K2-18b, though confirmation and ruling out alternative explanations are still needed.
newscientist.com • Medicine • World
Research suggests Parkinson's disease may have at least two distinct types, depending on where neuron loss begins—in the heart or the brain—offering new avenues for treatment.
newscientist.com • Neuroscience • World
A heated debate is erupting within the scientific community regarding Integrated Information Theory (IIT), a prominent theory attempting to explain the origins of consciousness.
newscientist.com • Physics • World
Recent claims of room-temperature superconductors, while ultimately debunked, highlight accelerating progress in the field, suggesting a practical breakthrough may be closer than ever.
newscientist.com • Science • World
Microplastics are impacting animal cognition, raising concerns about potential effects on human brain function.
newscientist.com • Technology • World
Researchers have developed a breathable battery with strategically placed holes, making it suitable for wearable devices and improving comfort for users.