Mohammad Nurrizal Putra
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I have joined Vocal Media since September 2023. I have the soul of a writer to be useful and provide the best for my readers. Thank you. Enjoy reading the articles that I share.
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Novel Computer Analysis Suggest Volcanism as Potential Dinosaur Extinction Culprit, Contradicting Asteroid Hypothesis
For years, scientists have engaged in heated debates over the cause of the mass extinction event that wiped out the dinosaurs around 66 million years ago, marking the end of the Cretaceous Period. The central question has been whether it was an asteroid impact or massive volcanic eruptions that brought about this catastrophic event.
By Mohammad Nurrizal Putra2 years ago in FYI
Inactive HIV Engages in Continuous Battles with the Immune System of the Body
For the past two decades, HIV research has predominantly focused on the idea that antiretroviral therapy can effectively eliminate active viruses causing severe infections while leaving a hidden reservoir of infected cells, invisible to the immune system until treatment discontinues, leading to a resurgence of the virus. Two recent studies, however, have uncovered that the virus continues to engage with the immune system, even during treatment. Some infected cells release fragments of viral RNA and protein that trigger an immune response, as reported in the September 13 issue of Cell Host & Microbe.
By Mohammad Nurrizal Putra2 years ago in FYI
Ancient Human Footprints in New Mexico: New Dating Techniques Suggest an Even Older Origin
Human footprints discovered in New Mexico's White Sands National Park made headlines two years ago due to their unexpectedly ancient age, dating back to approximately 22,000 years ago. Now, fresh evidence from two distinct dating methods supports these findings, potentially resolving the earlier controversy. This report was published in the October 6th issue of Science.
By Mohammad Nurrizal Putra2 years ago in FYI
Monarch Butterfly's Conservation Status Reevaluated: Not Endangered but Vulnerable
In an unexpected turn of events, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has recently reevaluated the conservation status of North America's monarch butterfly, determining that it is no longer considered "endangered." Instead, the classification now stands as "vulnerable" to extinction. Furthermore, the IUCN has hinted at the possibility of lowering the alarm even further to "near threatened" if forthcoming census data indicates stable or growing populations.
By Mohammad Nurrizal Putra2 years ago in FYI
Unraveling the Mystery of How Cats Purr: Challenging Long-Held Assumptions
Cats have a special way of capturing our hearts with their gentle purring. This soothing sound has long puzzled scientists, leaving many to speculate about its origins. However, a recent study published in Current Biology has shed new light on this phenomenon, challenging long-held assumptions and providing a deeper understanding of how cats produce this unique vocalization.
By Mohammad Nurrizal Putra2 years ago in FYI
Fish Fossils Reveal Extraordinary Story of Rapid Evolution
A recent study examining fish fossils from East Africa's Lake Victoria has uncovered a captivating tale of rapid evolution. Contrary to the longstanding assumption that early colonizers have an advantage in diversifying into new species, a team of researchers has discovered that it takes more than just timing to win the speciation race. The study, published in Nature, focuses on the cichlids that colonized Lake Victoria and underwent a remarkable burst of diversification, resulting in the emergence of 500 new species in less than 17,000 years.
By Mohammad Nurrizal Putra2 years ago in FYI
