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Research published in Nature reports that DHODH, an enzyme in the pyrimidine synthesis pathway, is the key target through which the KDM4 inhibitor QC6352 acts against glioblastoma stem cells. The finding suggests the compound's anti-tumour effects may stem from DHODH inhibition rather than KDM4 blockade alone, with potential implications for treating this aggressive brain cancer.

An art exhibit is drawing attention because it encourages visitors to break what is normally a cardinal rule of galleries, likely the unwritten instruction not to touch the works. The piece, covered by Mirror Indy, turns customary museum etiquette on its head and invites audiences to interact directly with the art. Little further detail is available about the exhibit, the venue or the artist behind it.

Mississippi State's athletics program, through its State 1878 brand, has announced a women's basketball exhibition game against Louisiana Tech. The matchup gives the Bulldogs a tune-up ahead of the upcoming season. Details such as the date and venue were not included in the announcement, and fan reaction so far appears limited.

A new exhibit at the Figge Art Museum in Davenport, Iowa, transforms the gallery space itself into a work of art, blurring the line between installation and venue. The museum is presenting the immersive show as a new way for visitors to experience its galleries, and local coverage is drawing attention to the unusual approach.

The Asia-Pacific (China) Screen Printing & Digital Printing Exhibition and ASGA DigiPack Expo 2026 will take place November 18 to 20, 2026, at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou. The event brings together equipment manufacturers and printing industry suppliers, and industry watchers are sharing the dates as companies begin planning their trade show calendars.

The China International Industry Fair 2026 will take place in Shanghai from October 12–16, 2026, bringing together more than 3,000 exhibitors and 10 specialized industry shows. Organisers position it as one of the year's largest sourcing and technology business platforms. Business observers are noting the scale of the event as a key date for industrial technology trade in China.

A new art exhibition in St. Louis examines the relationship between Black Americans and genetics, including DNA testing and ancestry. St. Louis Public Radio reports on the show, which uses art to explore how genetics shapes identity, family history and questions of race. Local audiences are being drawn to its blend of science and personal storytelling.

Barton College's Barton Art Galleries in Wilson, North Carolina will open a new exhibition titled "Pentimento" on October 22. The college announced the show through its news channels, inviting visitors to view works under a name that refers to traces of earlier paintings revealed over time. Further details about the featured artists and program schedule have not yet been released.

CBS Sports has published a ranking of the top 10 college basketball exhibition games to watch in October, highlighting high-profile matchups that offer an early preview of the 2026-27 season. The list points fans toward preseason games featuring notable programs before the regular season begins.

A fine art botanical photography exhibition is now on view at the municipal center, according to a local news report from Newtown. The show presents photographic works focused on plant subjects and is open to visitors at the public building. No further details about the featured artists, exhibition dates, or programming were included in the announcement.

Paris police authorities have prohibited a demonstration in support of Gaza scheduled to take place on the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks. The Jerusalem Post reported the ban, which comes as cities across Europe weigh security concerns and commemoration sensitivities against the right to protest. Critics are likely to question the restriction of pro-Palestinian gatherings, while authorities point to public order risks on a date carrying heavy emotional weight.

Gallery Zeke is hosting a new Art Squared exhibit, bringing together works by area artists. The show adds to the gallery's roster of rotating exhibitions and gives local artists a venue to display and sell their pieces. Further details about participating artists and the exhibit's run were not immediately available.

An exhibition titled Selby's Circles: Art & Nature in Romantic Britain opens on October 9. The show explores the relationship between art and the natural world in Britain during the Romantic era, and is covered by the Santa Barbara Independent. Details on the venue, featured artists, and full programme have not yet been widely reported.

An art exhibit by Misty Cantu is being featured in Leonardtown, Maryland, according to local news coverage from The BayNet. The display highlights Cantu's work for residents and visitors in the Southern Maryland town, which hosts rotating exhibitions. No further details about the venue, dates, or the artist's background were provided in the coverage.

The 'Send Silence Packing' exhibition has returned to the University of Nebraska campus. The immersive display, known for traveling to colleges to raise awareness of student mental health and suicide, invites visitors to walk through and reflect on the impact of losing students. The university is encouraging students and staff to visit and engage with the exhibit during its run.

A new exhibition in Muskegon, Michigan highlights the intersection of artistry and science through close observation of the natural world. The exhibit, covered by MLive, showcases works and displays that invite visitors to study nature up close, blending artistic technique with scientific curiosity. Local audiences are being encouraged to explore the detailed relationship between art and natural science.

Hendrix College is presenting an art exhibition that explores the commodification of nature through contemporary artworks. The show invites viewers to consider how natural resources and the environment are turned into marketable goods. It is part of the college's arts programming and highlights how artists respond to environmental and economic themes in their work.

A photo exhibition opening at the Autonomous Gallery in Vallejo, California will show rarely seen images of everyday life in Gaza, aiming to present a side of the territory beyond typical news coverage. Local press highlighted the show, which arrives amid continued global attention on the Gaza Strip and its civilian population.

Realbotix, the humanoid robotics company, will exhibit at the Humanoids Summit in Silicon Valley. The announcement was carried by Business Wire. The event brings together companies developing humanoid robots, giving Realbotix a venue to showcase its technology to investors, industry peers and potential partners.

Boston University's Stone Gallery has opened a new exhibition exploring the declining presence of print newspapers. Titled 'Extra, Extra', the show takes inspiration from the fading role of physical news media in daily life and reflects on what their disappearance means for culture and information. The exhibit is drawing attention from art audiences interested in how artists respond to the transformation of the news industry.

The Reece Museum at East Tennessee State University has opened an exhibition showcasing art quilts as a medium for storytelling. The show highlights how textile artists use quilt-making to convey personal narratives, memory and cultural history. It adds to a broader resurgence of interest in fiber art in museums, where quilts are increasingly treated as fine art rather than craft.