MIT reports automated system for sizing RNA delivery particles
The system measures lipid nanoparticles and adjusts production settings. Separate, older research shows why size matters, but does not validate MIT’s apparatus.
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Atwood gives C$1 million for bird research chair honouring Graeme Gibson
Margaret Atwood’s C$1 million gift will establish a chair in avian biology at Western University, supporting research into bird movement, behaviour and adaptation.
Pogues members to answer reader questions ahead of winter tour
Readers have until 28 September to submit questions to the Guardian. An earlier James Fearnley interview offers context on the reunion, while the winter guest roster remains incomplete.
Heathrow expansion scrutiny puts airport rail capacity in focus
Heathrow Express offers speed to Paddington, but Transport for London argues its railway slots could carry more passengers. No decision on the service’s future has been announced.
San Marino signs Artemis Accords, joining space cooperation framework
San Marino signed the Artemis Accords in Rimini on September 25. The framework promotes peaceful exploration and scientific cooperation, while concrete space projects require further...
NASA completes ground tests for dual-mode propulsion CubeSat
NASA has announced completed ground tests for a CubeSat designed to switch between chemical and electric propulsion. Its planned nine-month flight will test whether both modes can...
Why Bantam Bagels closed after its $34 million sale
The Shark Tank business reached Starbucks and attracted a corporate buyer. SEC filings explain the later shutdown—and why the purchase price was never the founders’ net worth.
Cousins Maine Lobster after Shark Tank: beyond the first truck
The business grew through local franchise operators, restaurants and shipping. Here is how to find the food today—and how to read the founders’ latest book announcement.
The overlooked timing detail in the EU's new carbon-allowance proposal
The Council wants more free allowances for selected industrial activities. Its negotiating text would handle the extra 2026 allocation in 2027, and the measure is not yet final law.
Europe's rail freight decline looks different when distance enters the calculation
Eurostat's new release measures both tonnes and tonne-kilometres. Confusing them changes the story about which countries move the most freight—and what the decline means.
Why 54% renewable electricity does not mean 54% renewable energy
The latest generation figures look stronger than the EU's overall renewable-energy share. They measure different things—and neither should be used in place of the other.
Trains passed buses in EU travel—but the numbers do not count passengers
New Eurostat figures put rail ahead on distance travelled. That is useful evidence about transport, but it cannot tell you which service more people depend on.
Labour costs rose 3.1% in the euro area. That is not your pay rise
September's release tracks employers' hourly costs. Wages, take-home pay and purchasing power need different measures, particularly when comparing countries or sectors.
Hotel Chester after Hotel Hell: can you still stay there?
The Starkville hotel still advertises rooms and booking. Historic records and local reporting reveal a story larger than the makeover, including the chef behind its restaurant relaunch.
Is Pantaleone’s still open after Kitchen Nightmares?
The Denver pizzeria advertises service and online ordering. Its current hours and delivery offer differ from an older post-Ramsay profile, so returning viewers should check today’s details.
Wicked Good Cupcakes after Shark Tank: who owns it now?
The cupcake jars are still on sale. Hickory Farms’ acquisition, Kevin O’Leary’s original royalty deal and today’s ordering details explain what happened after the pitch.
Berlin's AI agenda puts independent living in focus
The September 7 IFA session addresses trust, ageing and connected homes.
Dublin agriculture talks turn to the future of livestock
EU ministers' September 6-8 programme includes food security and rural livelihoods.