iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

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Science X / Phys.org @sciencex.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Interactions similar to rock-paper-scissors help maintain color diversity in some lizard species, but the introduction of a dominant new phenotype can disrupt this balance and lead to color loss. doi.org/hbhxh4

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How a biological version of rock-paper-scissors determines if lizard colors are maintained or lost

Two new studies into lizard colors reveal how one species maintains its colorful diversity while others are losing their ancient colors.

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The Conversation UK @uk.theconversation.com · 02/12/2025

High-energy particles streaming through space can damage DNA and increase cancer risk, but antioxidants, tardigrades and hibernation could help astronauts make the journey safely.

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Before trips to Mars, we need better protection from cosmic rays

High-energy particles streaming through space can damage DNA and increase cancer risk, but antioxidants, tardigrades and hibernation could help astronauts make the journey safely.

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Zahida Sultanova @sultanova.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

I finally launched Simple Science with Zahida! I make short animated videos about topics ranging from ageing to astrophysics. First reel is about anti-ageing pills vs diet: www.tiktok.com/@simple.scie...

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Anti-aging pills vs. diet: Can we slow aging? #science #antiaging #learnontiktok #health #aging

TikTok video by Simple Science with Zahida

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Zahida Sultanova @sultanova.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Wonderful group and beautiful city!

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Zahida Sultanova @sultanova.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

This is a very fulfilling experience! I would definitely recommend 😊

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Alexei Maklakov @alexeimaklakov.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Why does eating less extend lifespan? 🧬 Mutation accumulation underpins evolution of lifespan extension by dietary restriction We often think about saving energy or recycling waste - but we show how evolution acting on mutation load can generate longer life on low food 🧵 🔗 tinyurl.com/jn5ryhxv

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New Scientist @newscientist.com · 20/06/2025

Restricting calories has been linked to living longer in many studies, and now it seems that the drug rapamycin has nearly the same effect, at least in animals

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Rapamycin seems to boost longevity as effectively as eating less

Restricting calories has been linked to living longer in many studies, and now it seems that the drug rapamycin has nearly the same effect, at least in animals

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Zahida Sultanova @sultanova.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Check out our new preprint where we explored the link between male ageing and gut microbiota in fruit flies! It has been a pleasure to work with @mdonertas.bsky.social 😊

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Zahida Sultanova @sultanova.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

Hi Bluesky! I want my first post here to be my cat, Mihri, because why not 😊

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