The Science Explorer

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

A new study reshapes researchers’ understanding of how precancerous lesions evolve into pancreatic cancer.

A new study revealed that early pancreatic lesions resemble normal tissue more closely than tumors, suggesting additional triggers are needed for cancer development.

02/06/2026

The largest study of its kind has found that exclusively breastfeeding is linked with blood biomarkers tied to immunity and development in babies.

Read about the research via the link in the comments.

02/06/2026

For the first time, researchers have determined whether gut microbial and metabolic changes can be detected years after removing a precancerous colon growth.

A study revealed long-lasting alterations in gut bacteria and metabolites after adenoma removal, with diet and physical activity strongly influencing cancer-associated microbes.

02/06/2026

Postpartum psychosis affects around 1 in 1,000 mothers.

Now, new research suggests that it has a substantial genetic basis.

A large genetic study revealed that postpartum psychosis is strongly influenced by inherited factors and identified biological pathways that may contribute to the condition after childbirth.

02/06/2026

Researchers have identified two autism subtypes linked to distinct brain connectivity and biological pathways.

An international team identified two reproducible autism subtypes characterized by either increased or decreased brain connectivity. Researchers linked hypoconnectivity to synaptic pathways and hyperconnectivity to immune-related mechanisms.

01/06/2026

Astronauts Over-Grip Objects in Space Due to Gravity Bias, Research Finds

01/06/2026

A large analysis has found that people who consumed the highest amounts of non-antioxidant preservatives had a 29% higher risk of hypertension.

Read about the study via the link in the comments.

01/06/2026

The modern world has enabled scientific imaging to become faster and easier to share than ever.

But that also makes it simpler for image integrity to be questioned, as just cropping, adjusting contrast, or re-saving files can remove critical metadata.

For this Teach Me in 10 episode, Phil Beckett is joining us to explain why gel and blot images are among the most scrutinized data types in modern research and how you can strengthen your image integrity.

Watch the full video to learn more!

01/06/2026

New findings suggest that dysfunctional lipid metabolism is associated with poorer cognitive function in teenagers.

A study of teenagers linked higher cholesterol, triglycerides, and saturated fats to poorer cognitive performance, suggesting brain health may be influenced by metabolic health early in life.