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Ancient humans painted scenes in Indonesian caves more than 45,000 years ago, but their art is disappearing rapidly. Researchers are trying to discover what’s causing the damage and how to stop it — before the murals are gone forever.

Polar ice, coral reefs and other Earth systems could cross irrevocable thresholds soon, but urgent action could stave off the worst effects.

Science is starting to recognize the movement to create mass-market products using local knowledge and materials to improve lives around the world.

Computational model uses sea-surface temperatures to predict when whales and turtles are likely to get stuck in fishing gear.

Electrodes placed inside the brains of five people with traumatic injuries improved their performance in attention and memory tests.

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Scientists worry that ill-informed use of artificial intelligence is driving a deluge of unreliable or useless research.

Scientific institutions must create roles so that researchers can provide the deep public engagement necessary to respond effectively to the escalating impacts of climate change.

Companies must be transparent about how they calculate their emissions goals. Researchers must help to clear up doubts about the system.

After unveiling a quantum computer with 1,121 qubits, IBM will now focus on smaller, more error-resistant systems. Plus, male mosquitoes once sucked blood and ‘wobbly spacetime’ could reconcile physics’ most incompatible theories.

Specialists share how to make the experience more enjoyable and foster a sense of belonging.