24-Sep-2026 A ‘library’ of bacteria-killing viruses: Harnessing the power of phages University of Colorado School of Medicine Researchers at the CU Anschutz School of Medicine isolate bacteriophages — specialized viruses that only infect bacteria — and use them to study novel treatments for severe bacterial infections.
24-Sep-2026 Monumental second temple–period purification complex uncovered at the foot of the Temple Mount in the old city of Jerusalem The Hebrew University of Jerusalem A monumental complex of ritual baths, most likely used by Jewish pilgrims visiting the Temple in Jerusalem, has been uncovered at the foot of the Temple Mount. Dating to the late Second Temple period (first century BCE–70 CE), the exceptionally well-preserved complex includes three large ritual baths (mikva’ot), a monumental plastered pool, a paved plaza, and an extensive water system. One of the ritual baths survives to its full height, including its vaulted stone ceiling, a rare example in Jerusalem of a Second Temple–period structure preserved from floor to ceiling.
24-Sep-2026 Harnessing photosynthesis for bioelectricity production could contribute to solving the climate crisis University of Turku Science enables the most amazing innovations, but they require well-resourced basic research, says Laura Wey, an Academy Research Fellow in Molecular Plant Biology. According to her, bioelectricity may be part of the solution to the climate crisis in the future, but real change requires a variety of approaches and lifestyle changes.
24-Sep-2026 Could Moon dust provide propellant for future spacecraft? University of Surrey Could magnesium found in Moon dust help future spacecraft travel further into deep space? A new European Space Agency (ESA)-funded project led by the University of Surrey aims to find out.
24-Sep-2026 2026 Hertz Summer Workshop Recap Fannie and John Hertz Foundation Scientific breakthroughs happen when unexpected fields collide and new collaborators take on hard problems together. That spirit defined the 2026 Hertz Summer Workshop, where 251 members of the Hertz Community gathered July 9-12 at the Q Center in St. Charles, Illinois, to challenge existing paradigms and push the boundaries of scientific discovery. Funder Hertz Foundation
23-Sep-2026 CU Anschutz researchers test drones as a new way to deliver blood products in emergencies University of Colorado Anschutz Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz are studying whether drones can deliver freeze-dried plasma to critically injured patients when conventional transportation cannot get them to a hospital quickly enough. The research, currently underway in Ukraine, has delivered the blood product to medical teams treating severely injured military personnel.
23-Sep-2026 Postdocs find purpose and opportunity University of Louisville Postdoctoral fellowships are intended to be transitional experiences, setting doctoral graduates up for the next step in their career ladder. They are formally defined as temporary, mentored positions held by an individual possessing a terminal degree. While postdocs benefit from mentorship by senior researchers, they also contribute important skills and perspectives to the mentors’ projects.
23-Sep-2026 Wells Messersmith, MD, is named Director of the University of Colorado Anschutz Cancer Center University of Colorado School of Medicine The 19-year veteran of CU Anschutz will be the fourth director in the 41-year history of Colorado’s only NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center.
23-Sep-2026 Q&A: Why should colleges promote student physical activity? Penn State College is a critical time for participating in physical activity, according to Penn State Professor of Kinesiology Melissa Bopp. Bopp explains why exercise during college can affect health throughout life and how colleges can help get their students moving to promote better physical, mental and social health.
23-Sep-2026 UC San Diego Health first hospital with radioactive skin cancer bandage University of California - San Diego UC San Diego Health brachytherapy team is launching the CivaDerm bandage to treat some forms of skin cancer at home.
