Scientists discover reversible male birth control that stops sperm production
Scientists at Cornell University may be closing in on the long-sought “holy grail” of male contraception: a safe, reversible, nonhormonal method that completely halts sperm production. In a breakthrough mouse study, researchers used a compound called JQ1 to temporarily shut down meiosis—the critical process that produces sperm—without causing lasting harm. After treatment stopped, sperm production…
Read MoreScientists solve 30-year mystery of a hidden nutrient that protects the brain and fights cancer
Scientists have finally uncovered the missing link in how our bodies absorb queuosine, a rare micronutrient crucial for brain health, memory, stress response, and cancer defense. For decades, researchers suspected a transporter had to exist, but it remained elusive—until now. By identifying the gene SLC35F2 as the gateway into cells, this breakthrough opens new possibilities…
Read MoreYour vitamin D levels in midlife could shape your brain decades later
Vitamin D levels in midlife may play a bigger role in long-term brain health than previously thought. In a study following nearly 800 people over 16 years, those with higher vitamin D levels in their 30s and 40s had lower levels of tau protein later on, a key marker linked to dementia.
Read MoreThe ‘oldest fossil octopus’ is probably another animal
In 2000, researchers thought they found the oldest fossil octopus, which lived over 300 million years ago. But it may just be a half-rotten nautilus.
Read MoreThe Artemis 2 space toilet is actually working fine. But there is another problem
“The challenge that we’re working through is evacuating the tank.”
Read More‘Project Hail Mary’ sound designers used surprising animal sounds to create Rocky’s musical alien voice (interview)
‘With the sound, we’re trying to paint a picture of what is Rocky’s sonic soul.’
Read MoreArtemis II’s Breathtaking View of the Far Side of the Moon
The first images from Artemis II reveal what the moon looks like just 7,000 km from the surface—and confirm that NASA is ready to return to Earth’s satellite.
Read MoreUSGS Wildlife Health Awareness Day: Implications of highly pathogenic avian influenza to ecosystem health
We are proud to celebrate the 2nd Annual USGS Wildlife Health Awareness Day on Friday, April 24, 2026. As the lead federal agency for wildlife disease research and surveillance, USGS connects the dots between animal health, human health, and the outdoor traditions that communities across the country hold dear. Join us on Friday, April 24th…
Read MoreRelive Artemis 2’s epic moon flyby with these amazing photos
NASA’s Artemis 2 astronauts chronicled their historic loop around the moon on Monday (April 7) in great detail. Take a look at their stunning images here.
Read More‘Maul – Shadow Lord’ stars Sam Witwer and Gideon Adlon talk Maul’s surprising honesty, becoming a Jedi, and George Lucas’ original vision for the character
We chatted with Maul – Shadow Lord’s leads about what makes this darker animated Star Wars show and their characters special.
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