Science Highlights: Solar Storms, Jumping Genes, and Cancer-Fighting Gum

NASA’s PUNCH Sharpens Solar Storm Forecasting in First Test

NASA's PUNCH mission has demonstrated the ability to predict solar storm arrival times to within 30 minutes using continuous imagery, marking a potential step forward in space weather forecasting. Read more: NASA’s PUNCH Sharpens Solar Storm Forecasting in First Test

Scientists catch a "jumping gene" mid-leap between species

Scientists have identified circular intron RNA from predatory bacteria as a previously unknown vehicle for horizontal gene transfer, potentially accelerating evolutionary change across species. Read more: Scientists catch a "jumping gene" mid-leap between species

Cancer-fighting chewing gum cuts HPV levels by up to 93%

Researchers have developed a specially engineered chewing gum that reduced human papillomavirus (HPV) levels by up to 93% and nearly eliminated two oral bacteria associated with head and neck cancers, while preserving beneficial mouth bacteria. Read more: Cancer-fighting chewing gum cuts HPV levels by up to 93%