A rock measuring 900 meters is on a journey through our solar system, providing what is arguably one of the strongest pieces ...

All the essential ingredients to make the DNA and RNA underpinning life on Earth have been discovered in samples collected from the asteroid Ryugu, scientists said Monday.

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A sample collected by the Hayabusa 2 spacecraft from the spinning top-like asteroid contained the nucleobases adenine, guanine, cytosine, thymine, and uracil.

The study's lead author said that the presence of nucleobases "does not mean that life existed on Ryugu".

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A study finds that removing accumulated circular RNA slows aging and extends lifespan, with an enzyme preventing toxic RNA buildup, and supporting healthy cellular function across organisms.

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New research identifies a critical RNA recycling system that prevents cellular "clogging," offering a new path for anti-aging therapies.