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How hibernating hamsters could help astronauts
Special cells can repair muscles, even when some animals are dormant. A hibernating Syrian hamster that was part of the study. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. With the freezing temperatures that have recently pummeled parts of the northeastern United States, the idea of curling up for the winter and snoozing until spring sounds very appealing. There's just one problem for our species--well, actually, there would be many.
Society of Photographers announces Photographer of the Year
Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. The Society of Photographers has announced the winners of its prestigious 2025 Photographer of the Year awards. Photographer Therese Asplund earned the top honors of Photographer of the Year for an image (seen below) of young birds on branch. "Demonstrating outstanding skill, narrative depth, and execution, this bold and distinctive image emerged as a clear standout and generated animated discussion among the judges," a press release said. More than 5,000 images were submitted across 28 categories.