PNAS

Health

Scientists Split on Fundamental Questions About Biological Aging

A new survey reveals striking disagreement among aging researchers on basic questions like "What is aging?

Dec 3, 2024

Earth & Environment

Climate Change Links Drought in Africa to Massive Ocean Bloom Near Madagascar

A new study reveals how climate change-induced drought in Southern Africa triggered an unprecedented phytoplankton bloom in the Indian Ocean, highlighting a complex chain of environmental events.

Oct 1, 2024

Brain & Behavior

A Century of Continuity: Immigrants Still Assimilate in the U.S.

Immigration to the United States continues to follow historical patterns of assimilation, with children of immigrants successfully integrating into American economic and cultural life, according to new research.

Oct 1, 2024

Technology

AI's Uneven Impact: Study Reveals Most and Least Affected Occupations

Summary: A new study using machine learning to analyze AI patents has identified which occupations are most likely to be impacted by artificial intelligence, with surprising results that challenge common assumptions about AI's effects on the job market.

Sep 24, 2024