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Researchers develop innovative new method to recycle fluoride from long-lived ‘forever chemicals’

Innovation
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Research
Science
Aerial shot of a family of elephants crossing a river in a savannah environment.

How elephants plan journeys: New study reveals energy-saving strategies

Biodiversity
Biology
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Science
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Researchers and volunteers unite to uncover spectacular space discoveries in new satellite data

Astrophysics
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Science
Artistic graphic of a great tit bird, with its mouth open in mid song. It stands on a branch with white blossom flowers.

The changing chorus: Study shows how movements and memories influence birdsong evolution

Biodiversity
Biology
Environment
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Science
New AI-powered tool could enhance forensic investigations of traumatic brain injuries

New AI-powered tool could enhance forensic investigations of traumatic brain injuries

Artificial Intelligence
Brain health
Innovation
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Science
Technology
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First distributed quantum algorithm brings quantum supercomputers closer

Innovation
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Quantum
Research
Science
Technology
Professor Sir Nigel Shadbolt appointed to the UK Government’s Council for Science and Technology

Professor Sir Nigel Shadbolt appointed to the UK Government’s Council for Science and Technology

Artificial Intelligence
Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences
Science
Technology
University
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Researchers confirm the existence of an exoplanet in the habitable zone

Astrophysics
Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences
Research
Science
A fungal network, seen as interconnected and branching thread-like structures.

Study shows plants are more likely to be ‘eavesdroppers’ than altruists when tapping into underground networks

Biology
Environment
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Research
Science
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Wellcome Discovery Award of £5m to fund pioneering research to combat deadly diarrhoea

Biology
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Global health
Health
Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences
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