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To the point Nose-brain connection: researchers have identified a direkt link between the nose and nerve cells in the brain that trigger a feeling of fullness when food is smelled. Mechanism of action: the nerve cells activate upon smelling food, leading to a reduced appetite, but are inhibited once eating begins.

To the point Research findings: A study analyzing over thirty years of data found that the risk of separation is 38 percent higher among couples with differing party preferences. Political differences: In the UK, couples with differing political party preferences separate more frequently than those who share the same political views.

Researchers in Freiburg have identified the protein ELAV as a key regulator of circular RNA production in the nervous system, which is crucial for brain function. To the point Stable rings: Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are extremely stable molecules crucial for brain function, and their exceptionally high abundance in neurons has long been a mystery.

International researcher team develops scalable aluminium alloys for the hydrogen economy To the point Novel alloy design for aluminum: Researchers mix scandium with aluminum alloys to achieve 40 percent higher strength and five times higher resistance to hydrogen embrittlement - while maintaining the same ductility.

A single-step method enables the energy saving extreaction of Nickel with reduced CO2 emissions for batteries and stainless steel To the point Challenging nickel demand: the demand for nickel is expected to double while conventional nickel production emits around 20 tons of CO2 per one ton of nickel Sustainable new process for nickel production: Researchers found a way to extract nickel from low-grade ores using hydrogen plasma instead of carbon.

Compared to today's AI, natural brains work much more efficiently. In Wolf Singer's group at the Ernst Strüngmann Institute of Neuroscience in Frankfurt, Felix Effenberger is investigating the role of rhythmic activity in the processing of information. Based on the research results, it may be possible to develop new types of computer chips for AI that function similarly to nerve networks in the brain and require significantly less energy than today's digital chips.

Living worm towers are recorded in the wild for the first time, a rare example of collective hitchhiking in nature First evidence of -living towersin nature : Scientists observed this behavior in rotting apples and pears from local orchards in Konstanz, Germany Tower function confirmed: Towers can attach to passing insects and can bridge physical gaps to disperse.

A new study reveals the significance of regional dispersals and local interactions in coastal Papua New Guinea To the point 2.500 years of human history in Papua New Guinea: The first ancient genomes, dietary isotopes and plant microfossils from Papua New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago provide direct genetic evidence that refines our understanding of early dispersals and population interactions in the Pacific.

A new study provides an explanation for why certain leukemia patients do not respond to therapy To the Point Ancient origin : MN1 is an ancient gene that underwent structural changes at the origin of vertebrates Integration : MN1 integrated to ancient molecular machinery and fuelled the origin of novel developmental program Brain-skull connection : MN1 controls both the brain patterning and skull formation, representing the long-sought genetic a

Longest and most comprehensive computer simulation of the merger of two neutron stars to date reveals explosive details of the formation of black holes and jets To the point Record-breaking simulation: An international team led by researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) has performed the longest and most complex simulation to date of a binary neutron star merger, lasting 1.5 seconds of real time.

The detection of atmospheric methane and silicon suggests that it originated in a region analogous to the Solar System-s domain of gas and ice giants. To the point Tracing the origin of an ultra-hot exoplanet: The chemical composition of WASP-121b suggests that it formed in a cool zone of its natal disc, comparable to the region of gas and ice giants in our Solar System.

To the point In combination: Together, Rapamycin and Trametinib extend the lifespan of mice by around 30 percent and work better than either of the drugs alone. Effects on inflammation and cancer: The therapy reduces chronic inflammation and delays cancer development New mechanisms: The combination influences gene expression differently than the individual drugs, without additional side effects.

Researchers identify group of nerve cells in the brain that influence eating behavior and weight gain To the point Nerve cells in the hypothalamus: These neurons influence eating behavior and weight gain. Hormone-controlled: These nerve cells are controlled by the hormone leptin, which suppresses appetite.

A new study uses metabolic profiling to uncover ancient knowledge systems behind therapeutic and psychoactive plant use in ancient Arabia. To the point Earliest Traces: A new study shows that Peganum harmala , also known as Syrian rue or harmal, was used as a burning substance in Arabia as early as 2,700 years ago.

The architecture for complex communication already existed in the common ancestor of humans and chimpanzees   To the point Language Connection: Researchers discovered a neuronal connection related to language in chimpanzee brains, previously thought to be unique to humans. Arcuate Fasciculus: The arcuate fasciculus links language areas in the brain; this connection exists in chimpanzees but is weaker than in humans.

Researchers uncover new evidence of how ancient human relatives in South Africa used their hands, revealing varying levels of dexterity and climbing ability To the point Different hand use: Two ancient human relatives, Australopithecus sediba and Homo naledi , had different finger bone morphologies that indicate they used different types of hand grips, both when using tools and when climbing Internal structure of the finger bones: A. sedi

To the point Mother-offspring attachment in the wild: Wild chimpanzees develop secure or insecure-avoidant attachments to their mothers, but not disorganised attachments, suggesting that it is not a viable survival strategy in the wild. Attachment types: Chimpanzees with secure attachment are confident, while those with insecure-avoidant attachment are more independent.

Wild chimpanzees alter the meaning of single calls when embedding them into diverse call combinations, mirroring linguistic operations in human language To the point Chimpanzees are capable of complex communication: The human capacity for language may not be as unique as previously thought. Chimpanzees have a complex communication system that allows them to combine calls to create new meanings, similar to human language.

Study of twins detects bacteria in the small intestine that play a role in the development of MS To the point Twin study : Among many other factors, microorganisms in the gut are suspected of contributing to the onset of MS. To obtain meaningful results, researchers examined stool samples and microorganisms directly from the small intestine of identical twins, where only one twin had MS.

To the point Complex communication: Researchers studying the social networks of monk parakeets in Spain uncovered a link between an animal-s social ties and the calls that it makes. Levels of sociality: They spent two years recording the social lives, as well as all screeches, squawks and whistles, of over 300 parrots-linking what individuals say to very specific levels of sociality.