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Topic: Nature study

Did a group of ice age Europeans eat human brains? Evidence of cannibalism found in a Poland cave

For the study, published in Scientific Reports, scientists analysed remains from Maszycka Cave near Krakow, studying 10 individuals from Magdalenian group that lived over 18,000 yrs ago.

Ancient faeces & vomit uncover how dinosaurs rose to power in early Jurassic ecosystem—Nature study

Fossilised droppings & undigested food helped scientists recreate eating habits of dinosaur species to trace their evolution over 30 million years.

How do sex hormones affect immunity of men & women? Study by UK, Sweden researchers has answers

Testosterone reduces production of virus-fighting protein while increasing capacity to fight bacterial infections, researchers from UK & Sweden find in study published in Nature.

First direct evidence of tunnel under Moon’s surface & how it could be ‘lunar base for humans’

An analysis of radar images of the Moon's sub-surface revealed the tunnels, say lead scientists from the University of Trento, Italy. The study was published in Nature Astronomy. 

New chemical compound ‘368’ could help reverse opioid overdose effects, reduce withdrawal symptoms

Study published in Nature finds that 368 works alongside commonly known naloxone drug used to treat opioid overdoses, acting in a more modulated manner in the body.

Fossil of extinct human species Denisovan identified in Tibetan plateau, their diet pattern revealed

A Nature study shows that researchers identified a bone as being Denisovan & analysed other mammalian bones found at the site to find that the ancient humans fed on & processed these bones.

Smoking has lasting effect on immune system which persists even after you quit, finds Nature study

The study, conducted by Pasteur Institute, University Paris Cité, finds that smoking induces changes to DNA that affect the human body’s immune response to pathogens.

Our organs age at different rates, faster ageing means 20-50% higher mortality risk, shows study

ScientiFix, our weekly feature, offers you a summary of the top global science stories of the week, with links to their sources.

‘Eat right, live longer’ — Nature study says diet could boost life expectancy by 10 years

ScientiFix, our weekly feature, offers you a summary of the top global science stories of the week, with links to their sources.

‘Reimagine’ conservation – Study proposes preserving biodiversity alongside human aspirations

In a paper published by in Nature Sustainability, the researchers said the approach will succeed only if ‘beneficiaries of ecological restoration & those impacted are addressed in policies.

On Camera

Worker exploitation powers the firework industry in Tamil Nadu’s Sivakasi

For an industry globally classified as hazardous, protections such as health insurance and a provident fund for workers are necessities. In Sivakasi, they remain elusive.

172 countries & counting, India looks to hit new record in rice exports. But there’s a flip side

The industry forecasts exports are set to grow 16% in 2025-26, boosted by surplus domestic production and a drive to push into 26 underserved global markets with strong potential.

US pilot says his team pulled out of Dubai Air Show after Tejas crash out of respect for IAF pilot

Taylor ‘Fema’ Hiester, commander of USAF F-16 Viper Demo Team, hit out at air show organisers for continuing with the show after Wing Commander Namansh Syal lost his life in the incident.

A tribute to Tejas. India’s delay culture is the real enemy in the skies

It is a brilliant, reasonably priced, and mostly homemade aircraft with a stellar safety record; only two crashes in 24 years since its first flight. But its crash is a moment of introspection.