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Over 370 million years ago, the Devonian era saw significant biological evolution but ended in a mass extinction event. Recent research indicates that this extinction resulted from both volcanic activity and plant-driven deoxygenation. This study, combining various scientific disciplines, underscores the relevance of Earth’s history in addressing current environmental issues.A new study indicates that a combination of volcanic activity and oceanic purification processes drove Earth’s ecosystems to a tipping point.Diverse…

Researchers discovered a crucial protein, TAF15, in frontotemporal dementia (FTD) cases. This finding, offering new treatment avenues, was achieved using advanced neuropathologic and molecular techniques, marking a breakthrough in understanding and potentially treating this form of dementia.Discovery could lead to new, targeted therapeutics for frontotemporal dementia.An international team of researchers including experts at the Indiana University School of Medicine has identified a protein found in the brains of people…

Recent research led by Indiana University and the University of Chicago Medicine suggests that the drug α-difluoromethylornithine (DFMO) could revolutionize type 1 diabetes treatment. Building on a decade of studies, DFMO has demonstrated potential in reducing insulin dependency and is now being tested in a larger clinical trial to assess its impact on beta cell preservation and disease modification.Recent research led by Indiana University School of Medicine in collaboration with the University of Chicago Medicine…

A study by Indiana University suggests that scattering sunlight-reflecting particles in the atmosphere could slow down the melting of Antarctic ice. This approach, known as stratospheric aerosol injection, aims to mitigate the risks of rising sea levels due to climate change. Credit: SciTechDaily.comClimate Engineering Could Slow Antarctic Ice LossScattering sunlight-reflecting particles in the atmosphere could slow rapid melting in West Antarctica and reduce the risk of catastrophic sea-level rise, according to a study…

Researchers at Indiana University and Notre Dame have discovered a potential new treatment for pulmonary hypertension, focusing on reversing vascular remodeling through an epigenetic pathway involving the protein SPHK2, as reported in Circulation Research. This innovative approach could transform the treatment of this serious lung condition.Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine,  at the school’s South Bend regional campus, and their colleagues at the University of Notre Dame, have discovered a novel…

The race to build electric vehicles in the U.S. is heating up as fresh rounds of investment come out of Washington. Workers at the former heart of the auto industry fear being left behind."When we look carefully at what goes on on the factory floor, it won't be less workers," Keith Cooley, former head of Michigan's Labor Department, told CNBC. "There will be different people building the cars."Researchers believe modern factory jobs will require more education and could be less available than they were in the past. They…