Researchers used gene editing to create two dogs that lack the protein believed to trigger allergies in humans. This is an early step toward producing hypoallergenic pets, though more work is needed to confirm the approach is safe and effective.

D-Wave, with collaborators, reports successfully testing an entangling gate on its dual-rail qubits, a design that encodes quantum information differently from standard superconducting qubits. The work, published in Nature, validates a key component needed for dual-rail erasure qubits, which offer a promising path toward more efficient quantum error correction. This marks an important step in making this qubit architecture a viable contender for large-scale quantum computing.

Astronomers have released the highest-resolution image of the sun ever captured, showing previously unseen roiling waves on its surface. The breakthrough provides new insights into solar plasma dynamics and could improve predictions of space weather that affects Earth.

Researchers are exploring whether the unique bacterial communities left at crime scenes can be used like DNA to link suspects to locations or objects. New findings suggest microbial traces could serve as an additional form of evidence, though challenges remain before it becomes standard practice. This matters because it could provide a powerful new investigative lead when human DNA is scarce.

A study finds that the presence of large predators like wolves and bears keeps deer away from roads, reducing the likelihood of wildlife-vehicle collisions. This suggests that conserving predator populations can provide a tangible safety benefit to human communities, beyond ecological value.

New research suggests ancient Egyptians constructed a large dam near the Red Pyramid to manage water for construction and agriculture. If confirmed, the find would indicate more advanced hydraulic engineering than previously believed, reshaping understanding of their technological capabilities.

Researchers found that turning off the FNIP1 gene in mice protects against metabolic disease, including obesity-related conditions. The discovery suggests a potential new target for therapies aimed at preventing or treating metabolic disorders.

Researchers have identified a Neanderthal gene that makes some modern humans taller and more muscular. The gene, inherited through ancient interbreeding, influences growth and body composition. This highlights how Neanderthal DNA continues to shape human traits today.

Researchers identified variants of the FNIP1 gene associated with favorable metabolic traits, analyzing data from about one million individuals. The findings could help explain individual differences in metabolic health and point toward new therapeutic targets for conditions like obesity and diabetes.