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Cambridge Scientists Develop “Third Thumb” That Could Redefine Human Capability   2024-05-31 08:23:48 +00:00 Researchers at Cambridge have shown that the Third Thumb, a robotic prosthetic, can be quickly mastered by the public, enhancing manual dexterity. The study stresses... Read more...   Molecular Assassins: How Azoles Cause Fungal Pathogens to Self-Destruct   2024-05-31 09:00:09 +00:00 New research led by the University of Exeter shows that azole antifungals trigger self-destruction in fungal pathogens by inhibiting ergosterol production, potentially aiding efforts to... Read more...   You Don’t Have To Measure Minutes – New Study Challenges Traditional Exercise Guidelines   2024-05-31 10:06:49 +00:00 According to new research, setting exercise goals based on steps or time is equally beneficial for health, suggesting that personal preference should guide the choice... Read more...   Powering Next-Gen Electronics: Scientists Find High-Performance Alternative to Conventional Ferroelectrics   2024-05-31 11:16:12 +00:00 A study by Rice University identifies a high-performance alternative to traditional ferroelectrics. Lighting a gas grill, getting an ultrasound, using an ultrasonic toothbrush ⎯ these... Read more...   New Research Confirms That This “Wonder Drug” Decreases Older Adults’ Risk of Death   2024-05-31 12:33:13 +00:00 Statin therapy reduces cardiovascular and mortality risks in seniors over 60, proving safe and effective even beyond 85 years. Statins, often hailed as a “wonder... Read more...   NASA’s High-Energy Ion Telescope Ready for Installation on IMAP Spacecraft   2024-05-31 13:51:44 +00:00 NASA’s HIT instrument, integral to the IMAP mission, will monitor high-energy particles from the Sun, enhancing our understanding of space weather and its effects on... Read more...   How a Single Gene Mutation is Rewriting the Book on Intellectual Disability   2024-05-31 15:00:49 +00:00 Researchers have discovered a neurodevelopmental disorder linked to mutations in the RNU4-2 gene, a non-coding gene, which could impact tens of thousands globally. This finding... Read more...   The Love Life of Plants: How Female Flowers Pick Their Perfect Match   2024-05-31 16:30:43 +00:00 In a new study, published in EMBO Reports, researchers explore the selective attraction and repulsion mechanisms in Arabidopsis plants during reproduction. Using a novel microscopic... Read more...   “Counterintuitive” Findings: MIT Scientists Uncover Surprising Metal Behavior Under Extreme Conditions   2024-05-31 17:16:09 +00:00 MIT scientists found that metals like copper can become stronger when heated and impacted at high velocities, challenging traditional views and potentially enhancing materials for... Read more...   Decoding the Red Planet’s Structure: Insights From Martian Meteorites   2024-05-31 18:00:18 +00:00 Research on Martian meteorites reveals unique geological insights into Mars’ crust and mantle, aiding our understanding of the planet’s volcanic and atmospheric history. Mars has... Read more...   On the Brink of Extinction – Scientists Develop Genetic Rescue Plan for Arabian Leopards   2024-05-31 19:01:38 +00:00 Research on the critically endangered Arabian leopard indicates that reintroducing carefully selected, captive-bred individuals into the wild could substantially aid in the recovery of their... Read more...   “Extraordinary” 4,000-Year-Old Egyptian Skull Reveals Surgical Attempts at Cancer Care   2024-05-31 20:16:48 +00:00 Scientists were stunned by the discovery of cutmarks around cancerous growths on an ancient Egyptian skull, which allowed them to gain new insights into how... Read more...   NASA and Rocket Lab Gear Up for Second PREFIRE Satellite Launch   2024-05-31 21:07:53 +00:00 NASA plans to launch the second CubeSat for its PREFIRE mission on June 1, utilizing advanced technology to study Earth’s polar heat emissions and contribute... Read more...   The Future of Contraception: Scientists Develop Potential Non-Hormonal Birth Control Pill for Men   2024-05-31 21:58:33 +00:00 Baylor researchers developed a reversible, non-hormonal male contraceptive targeting the sperm-specific protein STK33, showing effectiveness and safety in mice studies. In the past six decades,... Read more...   Rewriting the Rules of Power: Korean Researchers Develop Revolutionary New Lightweight Structure for Lithium Batteries   2024-05-31 22:49:36 +00:00 A new three-dimensional polymeric structure developed by POSTECH and KIER researchers significantly enhances lithium ion transport and battery performance, showing great promise for future commercialization.... Read more...   Venus Erupts: Fresh Volcanic Activity Revealed in NASA’s Magellan Data   2024-06-01 00:01:53 +00:00 Recent analyses of NASA’s Magellan radar data revealed two volcanic eruptions on Venus in the early 1990s, adding to previous discoveries of volcanic activity. These... Read more...   Ancient Roots, Modern Insights: New Study Reveals Age-Old Secrets of Camas Cultivation   2024-06-01 01:12:29 +00:00 Researchers at Oregon State University have discovered that Indigenous groups in the Pacific Northwest were selectively harvesting edible camas bulbs at their optimal growth stages... Read more...   Witnessing Cosmic Dawn: Webb Captures Birth of Universe’s Earliest Galaxies for First Time   2024-06-01 03:44:17 +00:00 Using the James Webb Space Telescope, University of Copenhagen researchers have become the first to see the formation of three of the earliest galaxies in... Read more...   Revolutionary Weight Loss: Largest Ever Obesity Study Showcases Semaglutide’s Promise   2024-06-01 05:08:56 +00:00 Two important studies stemming from the largest and most prolonged clinical trial of semaglutide’s impact on weight in more than 17,000 non-diabetic adults with overweight... Read more...   Spectacular Meteor Captured by ESA’s Fireball Camera in Cáceres, Spain [Video]   2024-06-01 07:02:47 +00:00 ESA’s fireball camera in Cáceres, Spain, captured a stunning meteor during the night of May 18-19, 2024, at 00:46 CEST on May 19 (22:46 UTC... Read more...   Once-in-a-2000-Year Event: Study Explains Unprecedented Antarctic Ice Loss Equivalent to 10x the Size of the UK   2024-06-01 08:26:00 +00:00 Antarctic sea ice reached record lows in 2023, with studies indicating that climate change significantly increased the likelihood of this event. The potential long-term reduction... Read more...   Caffeine and Ants: A Potential Game Changer in Pest Control   2024-06-01 09:34:06 +00:00 Caffeine increases the navigational efficiency of Argentine ants towards sugary baits, suggesting a new method to enhance the effectiveness of pest control efforts. Research on... Read more...   Silencing Sonic Booms: NASA’s X-59 Quiet Supersonic Aircraft Passes Critical Milestone   2024-06-01 10:43:03 +00:00 NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft project has reached a critical milestone with the completion of the Flight Readiness Review, paving the way for future flight... Read more...   Alzheimer’s Breakthrough: Researchers Discover Novel Way To Potentially Halt Disease Progression   2024-06-01 11:52:46 +00:00 Innovative research from Mount Sinai has also identified new pathways for research. Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have achieved a... Read more...

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