Research Grant Cuts: Impact on Science & Education
NIH & NSF grant terminations in 2025 led to billions in unspent funds. This impacts scientific research, education, and STEM diversity initiatives, raising concerns about the future of science.
Neanderthal Extinction: Maternal-Fetal Incompatibility Theory
Research suggests maternal-fetal incompatibility in oxygen transfer via PIEZO1 gene contributed to Neanderthal decline. Neanderthal-human interbreeding led to reproductive challenges, impacting hybrid offspring survival.