Gut Microbiota Metabolite May Improve Immune Response in Bacterial Pneumonia
A study identifies butyric acid as a gut microbiota-derived metabolite that enhances immune responses in bacterial pneumonia, offering new treatment strategies.
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Distant ‘Gigamaser’ Discovered in Deep Space by Astronomers
Astronomers have discovered the most distant hydroxyl megamaser yet, revealing a cosmic beacon billions of light-years away.
Nagaland University Discovers Climate-Resilient Potential in Wild ‘Darjeeling Banana’
Scientists at Nagaland University have uncovered a wild banana species with significant genetic potential to enhance climate-resilient agriculture.
D.C. Weather Outlook: Warmer March Ahead, But Winter Isn’t Done
Washington, D.C., residents may see a warmer March, but the region is not out of winter yet, with a potential for colder temperatures later in the month.
Mathematician Solves Radical Equation Using Strategic Simplification
A mathematician has demonstrated a novel approach to solving complex radical equations by focusing on structural simplification rather than brute computation.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Confirms Readiness to Strike U.S. Assets, Strait of Hormuz Closure
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps confirms readiness to strike U.S. assets and closes the Strait of Hormuz.
Celestial Spectacle: 2026 Planet Parade to Light Up Night Sky
A rare planetary alignment in 2026 will offer stargazers a unique view of six planets in the night sky.
AIhub February 2026 Digest: Advances in Collective Decision-Making and Interactive AI
AI research is advancing rapidly in 2026, with breakthroughs in collective decision-making, multi-modal learning, and the governance of interactive AI systems.
Skin androgens regulate Staphylococcus aureus pathogenicity via quorum sensing – Nature Microbiology
A new study reveals that testosterone secreted by the skin influences the severity of Staphylococcus aureus infections by activating bacterial communication pathways.
Ryan Gosling Meets NASA Scientists for ‘Project Hail Mary’ Film Accuracy
Ryan Gosling and 'Project Hail Mary' team meet with NASA scientists to ensure film's science is grounded in real research.
Winter Storm Hernando Buries Northeast US in Snow, Closes Schools, Cancels Flights
Winter Storm Hernando brought record-breaking snowfall and severe weather to the northeastern US, closing schools and canceling over 10,000 flights.
Media Hunt for Prince Andrew Intensifies at Sandringham Estate
Journalists and photographers gathered at Wood Farm on the Sandringham Estate for two days, hoping to catch a glimpse of Prince Andrew, but the ex-prince remained elusive.
The Columbian Exchange: A Global Transformation After 1492
The Columbian Exchange, initiated in 1492, reshaped the world through the movement of plants, animals, and diseases between continents.
Printable Enzyme Ink Powers Next-Generation Wearable Biosensors
Researchers in Japan have developed a printable enzyme ink that could revolutionize self-powered wearable biosensors, offering a practical solution for real-time health monitoring.
UB to host 850 high schoolers for Science Exploration Day on March 18
Nearly 850 high school students from Western New York head to the University at Buffalo's North Campus on March 18 for the 33rd annual Science Exploration Day. The event packs workshops, lab tours and demonstrations from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. across campus sites.