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Drought’s impact on fire recovery in the west: insights for conservation

A recent study using data from NASA satellites sheds light on the challenging recovery of western ecosystems after wildfires, particularly under the strain of...

A new look at how planets are born

Imagine a young star, much like our own sun, but in its earliest days. Around it, there's a swirling dance of dust and gas....

How weight training improves blood pressure, heart health

When we think about ways to fight high blood pressure, images of treadmills, bikers, and swimmers often come to mind. It's common knowledge that staying...

New wearable balance device may help prevent falls in older people

As we age, keeping our balance becomes tougher. Our muscles aren't as strong, our eyesight changes, and the way our bodies feel movement alters. This...

Parkinson’s, cancer, and diabetes share common risk factors

In the vast and intricate world of health and disease, it's not often that we find a common factor linking seemingly disparate conditions like...

The unseen connection between snoring and high blood pressure

Snoring is often seen as a harmless, albeit annoying, nighttime nuisance. It's the subject of jokes among couples and families, but rarely is it linked...

The link between type 2 diabetes and skin diseases

Type 2 diabetes, a condition where the body struggles to manage blood sugar levels effectively, touches nearly every aspect of health, including the skin. This...

Dementia patients may not realize they have the disease

Dementia is a word that scares many people. It means more than just forgetting things; it means losing a part of who you are. Imagine...

Common mouth bacteria can trigger pancreatic cancer development

In a pioneering study by Prof. Gabriel Nussbaum and his team at the Institute of Biomedical and Oral Research at Hebrew University-Hadassah Faculty of...

Can foods really cleanse your arteries?

In the quest for optimal heart health, the concept of "cleansing" the arteries has captured the imagination of many. Clogged arteries, a condition medically known...

Aspirin and blood pressure: What you need to know

Aspirin is a common medication that many people take for various reasons, from relieving pain to reducing fever. Interestingly, it's also been studied for its...

Researchers smash data transfer records: 4.5 million times faster than broadband

In a groundbreaking experiment, a team from Aston University, along with international partners, has achieved a data transfer speed millions of times faster than...

Merging stars can lead to blue Supergiants

In the constellation of Orion, there is a brilliant bluish-white star. It marks the right foot of the starry hunter. It’s known as Rigel, and...

How long does immunity last after a COVID infection?

Nearly four years into the pandemic, Australia, like many other countries, is still seeing large numbers of COVID cases. Some 860,221 infections were recorded...

How to make eating healthy easier? The answer may be on the tip of...

If your New Year's resolution was to cut down on salt and sugar in your diet, you may have an unexpected ally: your taste...

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Making clothes smart: a breakthrough from Singapore

In Singapore, scientists have made a big leap forward by creating ultra-thin threads that could turn regular clothes into smart electronics. Imagine wearing a...

Greenland’s glacier is shrinking fast

In the remote corners of northeast Greenland, scientists have been keeping a close eye on the 79° N-Glacier, a massive ice formation that's been...

Astronomers create a giant map of distant black holes

Astronomers have accomplished a massive feat by creating the biggest map yet of the universe. This isn't just any map; it's a detailed chart of...

New satellite technique forecasts severe storms with unprecedented accuracy

In 2020, a line of severe thunderstorms known as a derecho swept across the Midwest United States, unleashing powerful winds that caused extensive damage,...

Scientists harness mini magnetic whirls to revolutionize future gadgets

In a groundbreaking effort, scientists from A*STAR and the National University of Singapore have introduced a cutting-edge technology that might just change the way...