Science in Poland

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Cannibalism disappeared because it was too costly for human survival

Cannibalism did not disappear by accident. It became too costly for the societies that practiced it, with long-term human consumption driving epidemics and ultimately contributing to population decline, according to a new study by Polish and Czech scientists.
Space

Polish scientists join world's biggest sky survey as Rubin Observatory begins 10-year mission
History & Culture

Study challenges view that Neolithic monument builders devastated Europe's forests
Space

Tardigrade genes ‘shield yeast from stress’ in outer space, preliminary results suggest
Space

Space radiation is 'no joke.' Astronauts may use water and clothes as emergency shielding

Space

Polish scientists test space-exposed drug samples after 14 months on ISS
Health

Scientists boost fingertip regrowth in breakthrough stem cell study
Health

Connection to nature linked to better mental health, Polish study finds
Technology

Magnetic hydrogel could help bones regrow
Matter & Energy

AI can't replace mathematical thinking, Polish study warns

Scientists record rare gamma-ray burst just before lightning strike
Cannibalism disappeared because it was too costly for human survival
Polish archaeologists discover complex ancient water distribution system in Armenia
AI can't replace mathematical thinking, Polish study warns
Polish scientists test space-exposed drug samples after 14 months on ISS

Polish scientists test space-exposed drug samples after 14 months on ISS

Polish scientists have begun analysing drug samples that spent 14 months aboard the International Space Station to determine whether medicines can survive the harsh radiation of future missions to the Moon and Mars.

Health

Epigenetic cancer 'fingerprints' can speed up and facilitate diagnosis
Health

Study finds DNA sequencing methods can miss key microbiome functions

Cannibalism disappeared because it was too costly for human survival

Polish scientists join world's biggest sky survey as Rubin Observatory begins 10-year mission

Study challenges view that Neolithic monument builders devastated Europe's forests

Tardigrade genes ‘shield yeast from stress’ in outer space, preliminary results suggest

Space radiation is 'no joke.' Astronauts may use water and clothes as emergency shielding

Polish scientists test space-exposed drug samples after 14 months on ISS

Scientists boost fingertip regrowth in breakthrough stem cell study

Connection to nature linked to better mental health, Polish study finds

Magnetic hydrogel could help bones regrow

AI can't replace mathematical thinking, Polish study warns

Scientists record rare gamma-ray burst just before lightning strike

Cannibalism disappeared because it was too costly for human survival

Polish archaeologists discover complex ancient water distribution system in Armenia

AI can't replace mathematical thinking, Polish study warns

Polish scientists test space-exposed drug samples after 14 months on ISS

Polish scientists test space-exposed drug samples after 14 months on ISS

Epigenetic cancer 'fingerprints' can speed up and facilitate diagnosis

Study finds DNA sequencing methods can miss key microbiome functions

Expert warns Russian content on Wikimedia Commons could influence AI

Physically attractive people may have lower risk of dying, study suggests

Vaccination hesitancy driven more by psychology than science, expert says

Parent’s burnout may be preceded by decline in interest in child's emotions and thoughts

Gaming addiction linked more to “rage quitting” than screen time

AI can't replace mathematical thinking, Polish study warns

Scientists record rare gamma-ray burst just before lightning strike

Researchers unveil programmable terahertz device that combines computing and communications for future 6G

Polish researchers develop low-cost nanographene production method for non-metallic materials

Researchers investigate how to store energy in quantum world

Poland has warmed by more than 2°C since mid-20th century, institute data shows

Polish research team fails to reach Spitsbergen glacier due to lack of snow

Pollinator survival depends on soil quality, study finds

2025 third-warmest year on record as climatologist warns of new “climate norm”

‘Poland hasn’t had such a warm December in 74 years,’ says climatologist

Polish scientists test space-exposed drug samples after 14 months on ISS

Polish scientists join world's biggest sky survey as Rubin Observatory begins 10-year mission

Tardigrade genes ‘shield yeast from stress’ in outer space, preliminary results suggest

Space radiation is 'no joke.' Astronauts may use water and clothes as emergency shielding

Polish scientists join mission to study how solar wind shapes Earth’s magnetic shield

Cannibalism disappeared because it was too costly for human survival

Polish archaeologists discover complex ancient water distribution system in Armenia

Study challenges view that Neolithic monument builders devastated Europe's forests

Parasites in 500-year-old burials reveal clues to diet and sanitation

Ancient DNA from Polish cave reveals Central Europe was key Neanderthal migration corridor

Scientists boost fingertip regrowth in breakthrough stem cell study

Connection to nature linked to better mental health, Polish study finds

Epigenetic cancer 'fingerprints' can speed up and facilitate diagnosis

Study finds DNA sequencing methods can miss key microbiome functions

Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease mechanisms are similar to prion diseases, says researcher

Study finds lawn mowing creates trade-offs for urban ecosystems by altering plant chemistry

Study finds lawn mowing creates trade-offs for urban ecosystems by altering plant chemistry

Wolf skulls reveal species' history

Wolf skulls reveal species' history

Epigenetic cancer 'fingerprints' can speed up and facilitate diagnosis

Magnetic hydrogel could help bones regrow

Polish student teams win awards at FAR-OUT rocketry competition in California

Polish inventor says his levitating trains could transform global transport

Polish scientists to develop battlefield jet fuel from straw, biomass and carbon dioxide

Polish scientists develop protective vests and helmets for service dogs

European scientists warn of growing pressure on academic freedom

Universities told they must lead fight against scientific ‘paper mills’

Reputable journals remain key to trust in science despite rise of AI, says expert

Poland looking to host European Space Agency centre

Wrocław Medical University takes 13th place in world ranking, ahead of Oxford and Yale

Krakow researchers develop alcohol-free, eco-friendly water-based perfumes

Szczecin/ Innovative paper developed in cooperation between scientists and industry

World's only capsule for imaging breast lesions tested in Kraków

Jagiellonian University scientists discover polymer with antifungal properties

European Patent Office: Increase in submitted and approved patent applications from Poland in 2023

Polish mathematician receives 2026 Balakrishnan Award for Excellence in Scientific Research

Polish students in James Dyson Award final with life-saving wristband and AI water monitor inventions

Polish scientists wins Ig Nobel Prize for study on intelligence and narcissism

Polish physicist honoured with prestigious Japanese award

ERC awards 281 Advanced Grants, 4 winners from Poland

Poland's Professor Piotr Sankowski joins UN global panel on AI

Henryk Arctowski - pioneer of Polish polar research

VP of the Polish Academy of Sciences appointed Member of the Council of the European Institute of Innovation & Technology

Wrocław professor is the highest-ranked Polish scientist in the field of medicine

Polish computer scientist announced as Chief Scientist at OpenAI

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