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October 29, 2021

NASA scientists call for new framework in search for alien life

The scale presented contains seven levels that NASA said are "reflective of the winding, complicated staircase of steps that would lead to scientists declaring they’ve found life beyond Earth."

September 25, 2021

Mars images show Perseverance rover at work

New images from NASA show the Perseverance Mars rover hard at work as it searches the Red Planet for signs of ancient microbial life. 

September 25, 2021

Diet rich in dairy may be linked to lower risk of heart disease: report

A diet rich in dairy fat may be linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, researchers say.

September 24, 2021

Exercise and weight loss: Why working out may not help as much as you think

For every 100 calories burned as a result of working out, the study says most people will net fewer than 72 calories burned, according to a new study published in Current Biology.

September 14, 2021

Woolly mammoth resurrection? Scientists say it's in process

A new biotechnology company is aiming to genetically resurrect the woolly mammoth by 2027.

August 19, 2021

Baby smooth-hound shark could be first confirmed case of asexual reproduction in species

A shark born at Italy's Acquario Cala Gonone could be the first case of asexual reproduction in its species.

August 7, 2021

NASA's Perseverance Mars rover runs into puzzling sampling conundrum

NASA's Perseverance Mars rover has stumbled into an issue during its first sampling attempt.

July 22, 2021

NASA's Perseverance Mars rover readies to begin sampling process

NASA's Perseverance Mars rover is preparing to collect its first-ever sample.

July 21, 2021

NASA's Perseverance Mars rover begins hunt for signs of past life

NASA's Perseverance Mars rover has begun its hunt for evidence of ancient microbial life.

July 17, 2021

US invests millions to breed more test monkeys in wake of COVID-19: report

The U.S. government is reportedly investing millions of dollars to breed more monkeys in the name of biomedical research after a shortage of the animals worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic.