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New material could capture carbon dioxide using humidity

In a Princeton University lab, researchers have developed a groundbreaking material that can grab carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air by simply using changes...

Earth’s dance of elements: The secret to our planet’s friendly climate

Ever wonder what makes Earth such a cozy home for us and countless other species, unlike its neighbors Mars and Venus? Scientists from the University...

Poor walking and weak hand grip may signal early dementia

A recent study from Monash University has highlighted the potential of using walking speed and grip strength as early predictions of dementia. This innovative research,...

When liver disease comes with joint and muscle pain

Liver disease might primarily evoke thoughts of jaundice, fatigue, and digestive issues, but what's less commonly known is its association with joint and muscle...

Positive outlook propels woman through heart failure and on to a new heart

It was Christmas 2015 and Laytoya Williams was overjoyed, celebrating the holidays with her young family. But it would be her last normal holiday. The...

Light and timing: a new approach to heart health

Once upon a time, we discovered that the body has its own internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm, which plays a significant role...

Diabetes and gluten-free diets: Sorting fact from fiction

In recent years, gluten-free diets have skyrocketed in popularity, praised for their perceived health benefits, including weight management and improved digestion. But what happens when...

What will the once-in-a-generation total solar eclipse on April 8 look like?

The moon’s shadow will cast a path of daytime darkness as it traverses the country on a narrow path from Texas to Maine during...

Worm love: How roundworms choose their mates and what it tells us

Scientists have discovered something pretty cool about tiny worms and how they find their partners. These aren't just any worms, though; they're roundworms, some of...

Robots in the wild: how field tests are revolutionizing robotic design

In November 2015, a team of engineers from the BioRobotics Lab (BioRob) at EPFL's School of Engineering faced a unique challenge. They were asked by...

A taste adventure: edible ants offer unique flavors

Imagine you're at a picnic, enjoying the sunny outdoors, when you notice ants crawling near your food. While most of us might wave them away,...

Why eating meat is linked to colon cancer

In a big advance in understanding the link between diet and cancer risk, researchers have found two genetic markers that might clarify why consuming...

What you need to know about metabolic disorders

Imagine your body as a complex machine, with the metabolism acting as its engine, converting fuel (food) into energy that powers everything you do. Just...

The link between diabetes and headaches

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how your body turns food into energy, involving high levels of sugar in the blood. While it's well-known...

Study shows owning a dog can boost stress-relief and focus brainwaves

A recent study published in PLOS ONE by Onyoo Yoo and colleagues from Konkuk University, South Korea, sheds light on the benefits of spending...

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Bacterial infections were deadly in the Stone Age, study finds

A new study published in Scientific Reports offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by Stone Age populations in Scandinavia, revealing how bacterial diseases,...

Hot Jupiter-like exoplanet found circling distant star

Astronomers have made an exciting discovery within the Messier 67 star cluster, also known as the King Cobra Cluster. They've identified a new exoplanet,...

Study reveals human presence on Curaçao centuries earlier than previously thought

A new study co-led by Simon Fraser University and the National Archaeological Anthropological Memory Management (NAAM Foundation) in Curaçao has significantly extended the timeline...

Scientists discover key molecule for life in simulated deep space conditions

Researchers from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa have made an exciting breakthrough in the study of the origins of life by creating an...

Exploring the shadows of space: The Condor Array Telescope

In the world of space exploration, a new tool has arrived that could change the way we look at the universe. This tool is the...