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Brush mold named “Microbe of the Year” 2026

The microbe of 2026, Penicillium, a brush mold, forms characteristic cell chains with spores at the end. Scanning electron microscope image, enlarged approx. 5000...

A shaman from Bad Dürrenberg wore a feather headdress

Artistic reconstruction of the regalia of the shaman of Bad Dürrenberg with feather headdress. © Karol Schauer/State Office for Monument Preservation and Archeology Saxony-Anhalt About...

How our brain processes sign language

Sign language mainly includes hands and fingers, but also upper body, head, line of sight, eyebrows and mouth. © FluxFactory/iStock Sign language is significantly...

This makes Christmas presents more sustainable

For many people, gifts are a part of Christmas. © Hispanolistic/iStock Christmas brings joy, but often also a lot of waste. It's not just wrapping...

Reddit experiment reveals dynamics of online discussions

Who participates in online discussions – and who doesn’t? © MPI for Educational Research In many online discussions, a very active minority dominates the debate...

“Natural” microplastic filter for washing machines

Washing machines are one of the main sources of microplastics. © AzmanJaka/iStock Microplastics are suspected of harming the health of humans and animals. The...

Climate change is changing bear diets

Brown bear with cubs searching for blueberries in the Tatra National Park in Poland. © Adam Wajrak Bears can survive in a wide variety of...

CO2 removal: possibilities, opportunities and risks for Germany

The German climate goals can only be achieved if CO2 removal is used in addition to reducing emissions. © Anon Pitipong/ iStock In the Climate...

Early humans made fire 400,000 years ago

Early humans may have learned to make fire as early as 400,000 years ago. © Craig Williams/The Trustees of the British Museum The ability to...

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