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Science is a methodical process that systematically accumulates and organizes information about the universe in the form of falsifiable explanations and forecasts. Archeological evidence for scientific reasoning dates back thousands of years, suggesting that the scientific method may be as old as humanity itself.

Mexican desert varnishes may be analogues for the search for life on Mars.

The Martian Varnish Quest to Uncover Life's Footprints on the Red Planet

Discover the quest to find life on Mars by analyzing varnish on rocks in desert environments in Mexico. Researchers are on the hunt for biomarkers in varnish with high concentrations of manganese.

Unlocking nature's secrets: Shock waves extract anti-cancer compounds from plants.

How Shock Waves Revolutionize Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals

Learn about the groundbreaking research on using shock waves for the efficient extraction of phytochemicals and the genetic transformation of fungi in the pharmaceutical industry. A new method of "shaving" fungal spores holds great potential.

Protein with high nutritional value, university invention with patent registration.

Revolutionizing Protein for Special Needs: Innovations in Essential Amino Acid Production

Researchers are creating a protein that contains the right amount of essential amino acids to help older individuals and those with difficulty digesting natural protein sources get the nutrition they need. This innovative technology has caught the attention of a US investment fund.

The aim is to use chia to produce highly nutritious fodder.

Moo-ving on Up: How Chia Seeds are Making Dairy Cows Superheroes

Researchers are developing a project to use chia seeds as an alternative feed for dairy cattle. The goal is to show that milk from cows fed pellets made from chia seeds is a useful product.

The Mexican salamander

Salamanders and Limbs: A Quest for Regeneration and Survival

The Xochimilco salamander, also known as the Mexican axolotl, is a unique amphibian species that is found in Mexico. But the number of this species is going down because of pollution in the canals and rising temperatures caused by climate change.

Listening to and practicing music modifies the brain. It also activates attention and memory processes.

Tune Up Your Brain: The Musical Journey from Listening to Playing

Discover the ways in which musical practice alters the brain's structure and function. Find out how the brain works, what happens when you specialize in an instrument, and how your feelings change when you listen to music.

Research to combat "invisible" worms that attack tomatoes.

Combatting Invisible Worms: Strategies for Tomato Pest Control

The research hopes to one day develop biological control mechanisms that are safe for both humans and other living things in the environment.