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Billions are pouring into AI-enabled scientific research, but early experiments—such as AI models used to select mRNA at Lila Sciences—produce puzzling results, highlighting ongoing debates about whether AI can truly conduct scientific discovery.
Nature editors argue that AI agents can dramatically speed up research and drug discovery (as shown with Robin and Co-Scientist) but cannot replace humans: humans frame problems, guide experiments, validate results, and guard against AI errors, making human oversight and ethical considerations crucial as science increasingly relies on AI co-scientists.
Tests that claim to reveal your biological age (often via epigenetic clocks) are booming, but scientists warn results vary widely, aren’t FDA-approved for personal health decisions, and can mislead individuals or worsen health disparities; these clocks are more reliable for population studies than for individual diagnosis or guidance.
Agent4Science is a Reddit-style platform where AI-powered agents autonomously discuss, critique and generate AI-focused research papers, with human researchers observing but not posting; the project aims to explore new forms of knowledge production and has thousands of comments from over 150 agents.
A major review suggests exercise timing can influence blood-sugar control: afternoon workouts tend to improve glucose levels for people with Type 2 diabetes, while morning sessions may raise blood sugar in some cases, though any exercise is beneficial and timing could optimize health outcomes.
Scientists are studying Earth’s longest-lived animals—such as a 507-year-old mollusk, Greenland sharks that outlive civilizations, and long-lived naked mole rats—to uncover the biology of longevity and aging, with the aim of translating these antiaging insights into healthier lifespans for humans.
Ancient DNA confirms interbreeding between Neanderthals and Homo sapiens, showing a consistent pattern: Neanderthal fathers and Homo sapiens mothers produced hybrids, and these legacy genes are carried by many people today, illustrating the long-running process of archaic introgression.
Researchers report microplastics in various human tissues, signaling ubiquity in the body, but a prominent scientist questions the study's methods, fueling a broader dispute about detection techniques and what the findings imply for health.
The article discusses the widespread focus on inflammation as a cause of many health issues and the push to reduce it, highlighting that the reality is more complex and inflammation is often overgeneralized as the root of all ailments.
China has unveiled the world's most powerful hypergravity centrifuge, CHIEF1900, capable of generating 1,900 times Earth's gravity, to advance research in materials, biological systems, and engineering by simulating extreme gravitational conditions efficiently.
Researchers at the University of Leicester have proposed a new magnetic cloak that can potentially make sensitive equipment invisible to magnetic fields, using a combination of superconductors and soft ferromagnets, with plans for experimental testing to bring this concept into practical use.
CoreWeave has joined the Department of Energy's Genesis Mission to support advanced scientific workloads with its AI cloud platform, aiming to accelerate discovery science, enhance national security, and promote U.S. energy innovation through high-performance, reliable AI infrastructure.
Scientists have provided new insights into the early warning signs of Alzheimer's disease, potentially aiding earlier diagnosis and intervention.
Scientists have discovered that hydrogen sulfide, a gas known for its rotten egg smell, could be a promising new treatment for stubborn nail infections due to its ability to penetrate nails and kill resistant fungi, potentially offering a faster and safer alternative to current therapies.
Harvard biologist Daniel Lieberman criticizes the traditional 8-hour sleep rule, citing evidence that 6-7 hours is more typical and healthier for most adults, with the optimal range being around seven hours based on evolutionary and epidemiological data. Experts emphasize flexibility and quality over rigid targets, highlighting a U-shaped risk curve where both too little and too much sleep are associated with health risks.