New depression treatment targets the immune system instead of the brain
A surprising new approach to depression treatment is showing early promise — not by targeting brain chemicals, but by calming the immune system.
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May 28, 2026
Corn Belt groundwater and irrigation boost thunderstorm complexes by 24–35%, simulations show
New Studies and Discoveries in Weather Forecasting, AI, Cybersecurity, and More
May 28, 2026
Where are all the intermediate mass black holes? Microlensing fast radio bursts might reveal them
This week, we saw significant developments in various fields, from astrophysics to social justice.
May 28, 2026
Science Breakthroughs Abound in 2026
Advances in genetics, energy, and materials science promise significant impacts
May 28, 2026
Listening to the sun reveals previously hidden changes to solar cycle
New Discoveries Shed Light on Solar Cycles, Climate, and Wildlife Recent studies reveal surprising changes in solar activity, Antarctic temperatures, and the behavior of avian influenza viruses and Atlantic
Mar 26, 2026
Tale of the lava heron: Student describes new Galapagos species
Recent research yields significant findings in sustainable fuel, quantum materials, and species classification
Mar 26, 2026
Science Roundup: Breakthroughs and Discoveries
Recent studies shed light on a new Fusarium species, beaver biodiversity, and more.
Mar 26, 2026
Breakthroughs in Science and Technology
Quantum sensors, tiny LEDs, and DNA insights lead the way
Mar 26, 2026
New synthetic origin of replication lets multiple plasmids coexist in one bacterial cell
New discoveries and court rulings challenge conventional wisdom in multiple fields
Mar 19, 2026
Breakthroughs in Science and Technology Hold Promise for Global Challenges
Recent discoveries in malaria, quantum computing, and plant biology, and new perspectives on nuclear waste recycling
Mar 19, 2026
Breakthroughs in Science and Tech: From Quantum Computing to Sustainable Materials
Discoveries in healthcare, aerospace, and material science are transforming industries
Mar 19, 2026
Debunking Myths and Revealing Truths: Science and Society
Recent studies and discoveries shed light on the dangers of baby rattlesnake bites, the racial harmony promoted by medieval chess, and more.
Mar 19, 2026
Some 'designer' crossbreed dogs may have more problem behaviors than pure breeds
Insights into dog breeding, school phone policies, DNA editing, panic buying, and climate history
Mar 19, 2026
Science Roundup: Breakthroughs and Insights
New research challenges conventional wisdom on health, environment, and education
Mar 12, 2026
Can Space Farming and New Discoveries Transform Our Understanding of Earth and Beyond?
From growing chickpeas on the Moon to uncovering ancient secrets, scientists are pushing boundaries
Mar 12, 2026
30 years later, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire is a relic of a lost era
From Brain Energy to Flood Modeling, a Week of Breakthroughs
Mar 12, 2026
Tech Briefs: Space Rivalries, Cyber Threats, and Breakthroughs
From SpaceX and Amazon's dispute over satellite constellations to advancements in generative AI, quantum materials, and understanding turbulence, here's a snapshot of this week's key tech news.
Mar 12, 2026
Science Breakthroughs and Controversies Dominate the Week
This week has seen a series of significant scientific breakthroughs and controversies that have captured the attention of the public and the scientific community.
Mar 12, 2026
What's New in Science This Week?
From NASA's falling satellite to AI fighting wildfires, and ancient crocodiles
Mar 12, 2026
Goal-setting apps can backfire if goals are too easy—or too hard
TITLE: Science Roundup: Insights from Goal-Setting, Synthetic Biology, Climate Impact, Forensic Science, and Primate Evolution SUBTITLE: New studies shed light on the efficacy of goal-setting apps, RNA-based synthetic switches, the environmental cost of war,
Mar 12, 2026
Can Science and Tech Help Us Weather the Climate Storm?
New studies on frameshifting, ice melting, and AI weather models shed light on the complexities of climate change
Mar 12, 2026
Your cat is likely to live longer if you don't let them roam—new study
Recent studies shed light on cat longevity, animal minds, and groundbreaking vaccines, while astronomers prepare for a new era of space exploration.
Mar 5, 2026
Polymers that crawl like worms How materials can after 5 fresh reports
From crawling polymers to parasitic plant pathways, and from record-breaking heat to the future of Formula 1, science is pushing the boundaries of human knowledge and innovation.
Mar 5, 2026
Science and Tech Updates: Breakthroughs and Pressure Points
Advances in plastic recycling, water purification, and space stations, alongside shifts in corporate and entertainment landscapes