Life Briefing: Map shows scale of ecosystem disturbance across Australia Strategic angle: University of Queensland researchers urge action to protect remaining ecosystems. Editorial Staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Archival records reveal prevalence of sexually transmitted infections during Otago's gold rush less than purported Strategic angle: Research from the University of Otago indicates that sexually transmitted infections were less common during the gold rush era than previously believed. Editorial Staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Frequent prescribed burns help young oaks thrive despite invasive grasses, study finds Strategic angle: A new study highlights the benefits of prescribed burns in promoting the growth of young oaks in the presence of invasive grasses. Editorial Staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Study finds dangerous lead levels in children’s clothing Strategic angle: Fast fashion might come with a hidden danger: lead. Researchers testing children’s shirts from multiple retailers found every sample exceeded U.S. safety limits. Editorial Staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Research Questions Legitimacy of Promoting Harmful Products Strategic angle: University of Otago researchers emphasize the need for marketers to reconsider practices that normalize harmful product consumption. Editorial Staff Apr 3
Life Briefing: Accelerator programs have more work to do when it comes to supporting women entrepreneurs, research finds Strategic angle: Research highlights the need for improved support for women in accelerator programs amid ongoing gender disparities. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Scientists study radiation limits for safer seafood shipping Strategic angle: Researchers at Florida International University explore gamma irradiation to preserve vitamin D in fish during long-distance transport. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Swift spacecraft reorientation buys time for reboost mission Strategic angle: NASA modified operations of an astrophysics spacecraft in a decaying orbit to buy more time for a mission later this year that will attempt to raise its orbit. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Cell lineage tracing reveals early‑segregated germline in plants Strategic angle: New research supports Weismann's germ plasm theory, highlighting the separation of germ cells in plant development. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: New microwave frying technique could make french fries much healthier Strategic angle: Scientists have discovered a way to make French fries less greasy without ruining their taste. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: The unseen challenges of life on the moon Strategic angle: For the first time since the Apollo era, humans are preparing not just to visit the moon, but to live and work there for weeks, months—and eventually years. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Dalí's 'sublime' amber medium may explain unusual aging in a museum masterpiece Strategic angle: A multidisciplinary team investigates the unique aging process of a Dalí artwork using advanced scientific methods. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Q&A: Is the world really running out of chocolate? Strategic angle: Chocolate prices have jumped again this Easter, raising concerns about future costs and availability. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Engineered E. coli dependency may help contain microbes to defined areas Strategic angle: Scientists explore dependency as a method to control microbial activity and location. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: New 2D Material Demonstrates Capability for Ultrathin Waveplates Strategic angle: A breakthrough in 2D materials could enhance various technologies by improving light polarization control. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Want to be a citizen scientist? Here are five ways to get involved Strategic angle: Discover how you can contribute to scientific research and make a difference in your community. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: This tiny organism simply loves corners, using geometry to sense its world Strategic angle: A surprising observation in the lab has revealed a remarkable ability in Stentor coeruleus, a single-celled organism about one millimeter long. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: One-atom substitution successfully tunes molecular heat transport for the first time Strategic angle: A breakthrough in controlling heat transport in nanostructures could revolutionize modern technologies. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: A global carbon credit program risks rewarding the wrong behavior Strategic angle: A United Nations-backed framework for protecting tropical forests could allow governments to collect income from carbon credits without advancing forest conservation. Editorial Staff Apr 2
Life Briefing: Satellite data map reveals 33 subglacial lakes beneath the Canadian Arctic Strategic angle: Researchers unveil a groundbreaking map showcasing a network of subglacial lakes hidden under glaciers in the Canadian Arctic. Editorial Staff Apr 2