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NASA's Curiosity Mars rover uncovered never-before-seen organic compounds on the planet that are similar to molecules considered to be the building blocks of life on Earth.
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Study finds early-life biological signals may predict obesity risk decades later
New technique filters PFAS forever chemicals using “molecular Velcro”
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New study suggests that perceptions of trust may be shaped by our news consumption habits
ATSENA Therapeutics doses first patient and reports early enrollment in pivotal trial of ATSN-201
Next-gen AI system seeks to improve HIV health outcomes
New partnership with the Jacksonville Jaguars opens doors for aspiring sports journalists
The science of sweat: How a UF researcher is helping Brazil prepare for the heat of the World Cup
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Popular Science Glucosamine supplements may speed memory loss from Alzheimer’s, new research shows
USA Today USDA funds Texas inspectors, research to fight New World screwworm
Reuters Retail investors face tighter limits than funds in SpaceX IPO flipping
The Atlantic The curse of too much evidence
CNN An unusual strategy helps some tropical butterflies live 25 times longer than their relatives
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