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January 22, 20262 min read Add Us On GoogleAdd SciAmScientists just calculated how many microplastics are in our atmosphere. The number is absolutely shockingA new estimate…

You’ve probably heard of “unicorns” – technology startups valued at more than $1bn – but 2026 is shaping up to be the year of the “hectocorn”,…

From quantum computing and mRNA therapeutics to artificial-intelligence-powered climate modelling, here are seven technologies that Nature will be keeping its eye on.XenotransplantationEvery day, around two dozen…

January 21, 20263 min read Add Us On GoogleAdd SciAmCalifornia wildfire smoke linked to increased autism diagnoses, new study findsChildren born to mothers who were exposed…

The Guardian’s science editor, Ian Sample, talks to Madeleine Finlay about three eye-catching science stories from the week, including a study that suggests positive thinking can…

You have full access to this article via your institution. Credit: Ben MichelmanAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is harder to detect in girls than in boys.…

January 20, 20262 min read Add Us On GoogleAdd SciAmNew JWST images reveal Helix Nebula’s knots with stunning clarityA fresh look at the Helix Nebula captures…

Jeff Bezos’s space company Blue Origin on Wednesday announced a plan to deploy 5,408 satellites in space for a communications network that will serve data centers,…

Generation of m11 chimeric Fc protein and m11-specific antibodiesThe MCMV m11–Fc (also referred to as vCD44BP–Fc) fusion protein was generated using Sew-PCR to attach the Fc…

Bats are impressive navigators. Like so many mini submarines equipped with sonar, they deftly navigate dark forests and caves by listening for the echoes of their…