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Why more water isn’t always better for clean energy membranes
Scientists at the University of Chicago and New York University have made an important discovery about how water helps transport charged particles in energy...
Chronic stress may increase stroke risk, study finds
People who live with long-term stress may have a higher risk of stroke, according to a new study published in Neurology. The research focused on...
Cancer patients’ final days often depend on their doctor, not their wishes
For people with terminal cancer, the last stage of life is deeply personal. Some patients may choose to continue cancer treatment, hoping for more...
Arsenic exposure linked to higher kidney disease risk
Researchers from Texas A&M University have found a significant connection between arsenic exposure and markers of kidney disease. Their study, published in the Journal of...
AI predicts mental disease in teens before symptoms get worse
Researchers at Duke Health have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model that can predict when teenagers are at high risk for developing serious mental...
40Hz brain stimulation may treat Alzheimer’s disease
For the past decade, scientists have been exploring a unique way to treat Alzheimer's disease using gentle sensory stimulation at 40Hz, a brainwave frequency...
5 ways to use food apps wisely for a healthier diet
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, food delivery apps, online grocery shopping, and meal preparation kits have become a big part of everyday life. In Canada,...
Scientists discover a mysterious trio in the Kuiper Belt
Astronomers using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope and the Keck Observatory in Hawaii have found what may be a rare three-body system in the Kuiper...
New battery breakthrough could help electric cars travel farther
More electric vehicles (EVs) are on the road than ever before, but many drivers still worry about how far they can travel on a...
E-cigarette use may increase cancer risk
E-cigarettes are often promoted as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes, but new research suggests they may still pose serious health risks. A study from the University of...
Common diabetes drugs may lower risk of obesity-related cancers
A new study suggests that medications commonly used for diabetes, including the popular drug Ozempic, may help reduce the risk of certain obesity-related cancers.
The...
Can blood tests accurately diagnose Alzheimer’s disease?
Scientists have been searching for better ways to detect Alzheimer’s disease (AD) early. One promising approach has been measuring levels of certain proteins, called...
AI screening could prevent vision loss disease, study finds
Imagine walking into a supermarket, train station, or shopping mall and having your eyes checked for glaucoma within seconds—no appointment needed. Thanks to a...
A heart attack while shoveling snow. Then another emergency during cardiac rehab.
Looking out the window of his home in Troy, New York, on a Friday night, Kyle Wessels made note of his first chore the...
A better test for kidney disease
More than 37 million people in the U.S. are living with chronic kidney disease, or CKD. In this condition, the kidneys can’t filter blood...
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For the sake of astronaut health, should we make the International Space Station dirtier
There are several well-documented health risks that come from spending extended periods in microgravity, including muscle atrophy, bone density loss, and changes to organ...
New Wi-Fi attack uses smart surfaces to jam specific devices
Wireless networks power everything from smart homes to industrial systems, but they are also vulnerable to interference.
A new study by scientists at the Max...
New lithium extraction method could revolutionize battery production
Lithium is an essential element for rechargeable batteries, especially in electric vehicles, but its extraction has long been inefficient and harmful to the environment.
Now,...
Bullseye galaxy: Astronomers find a cosmic wonder with nine rings
A team of astronomers, led by Yale University, has made an exciting discovery—a giant galaxy with a record-breaking nine rings!
The galaxy, officially named LEDA...
How brine shrimp adapted to Mars-like conditions
The effects of Climate Change on Earth’s living systems have led to a shift in biological studies, with attention now being focused on the...