Research roundup: 6 cool stories we almost missed
Summary
Ars Technica's January 2026 Research roundup highlights six stories at the intersection of AI, robotics, and biotech, including a lip-syncing robot, yeast-based scaffolding for lab-grown meat, and evidence that humans moved Stonehenge stones rather than glaciers. The piece curates cross-disciplinary research with DOIs for deeper reading, offering clear material for AI/automation-focused content and discussions about emerging tech applications.