Risk of seizures is higher after COVID-19 than after influenza, study finds
People who have a COVID-19 infection are more likely to develop seizures or epilepsy within…
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A low-cost robot ready for any obstacle
Researchers have designed a robotic system that enables a low-cost and relatively small legged robot…
Deadly coral disease in Florida, Caribbean may be transported in ship hulls, study finds
A new study suggests that ships may be spreading a deadly coral disease across Florida…
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Mums’ activity levels may depend on number and ages of children
Less than half of mums meet the recommended levels of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity — and…
Earth can regulate its own temperature over millennia, new study finds
A new study confirms that the planet harbors a ‘stabilizing feedback’ mechanism that acts over…
Skin-like electronics could monitor your health continuously
Researchers are developing skin-like electronics paired with artificial intelligence for health monitoring and diagnosis. Read…
Long-term changes to kelp forests from ‘the blob’
The nearshore rocky reefs of the Santa Barbara Channel are dynamic places, with populations of…
Gossypetin found in hibiscus may beat Alzheimer’s disease
A research team has verified that gossypetin activates immune cells in the brain that clear…
Arctic vegetation has a major impact on warming
An international team of research scientists has documented the central role of vegetation for Arctic…
Enzymatic synthesis of primary, secondary and tertiary amines containing two stereocenters
New research presents a versatile method for the synthesis of primary, secondary, and tertiary amines…
Strength gain is associated with training volume in low responders
High-intensity isometric training is considered to be important in achieving greater strength gain. Recent study…
An excess of salty food seasons the body with stress, study says
A diet containing lots of salt can contribute to increased levels of stress, a new…
Powerhouses of the cells: Mitochondria have a waste disposal mechanism to get rid of mutated mtDNA
A research team has identified a molecular target that could open up new therapeutic options…
Co-workers can influence healthy eating choices
The workplace can encourage a more wholesome lifestyle in employees regarding the consumption of healthy…
Pattern of gene activity for ADHD
Researchers have successfully identified differences in gene activity in the brains of people with attention…
Not every reader’s struggle is the same
Neuroscientists find that brain signatures of reading difficulties in students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are,…
Flight of birds can help provide predictions on turbulence
A new study has shown how the flight of birds can offer a meteorological insight…
How an emerging drug class dampens harmful immune reactions
Although the complement system forms part of the innate immune system, it can cause damage…
Container ship accidents are a little understood but emerging threat to marine ecosystems
Researchers review the state of marine pollution from container ship accidents. The study investigates the…
Corporal punishment affects brain activity, anxiety, and depression
Don’t spank your kids. That’s the conventional wisdom that has emerged from decades of research…
Engineering researchers strive to match artistry of biological tissues
Experts in materials science, chemical engineering and biomedical engineering have perfected a voxelated approach to bio-print…
Which weather characteristics affect agricultural and food trade the most?
Changing weather patterns have profound impacts on agricultural production around the world. Higher temperatures, severe…
Cannabis users had worse bypass outcomes, increased amputation and opioid use, study shows
The use of cannabis may have a negative impact on outcomes for a common bypass…
Mask-wearing can make it more difficult to recognize masked and unmasked faces of others, study finds
Recognizing someone may be more difficult when you are wearing a face mask — even…
ADHD medication for amphetamine addiction linked to reduced risk of hospitalization and death, study finds
The ADHD medication lisdexamfetamine was associated with the lowest risk of hospitalization and death in…
‘New frontier’ in tackling global poverty
In a real-world test of a new tool to better evaluate anti-poverty policies, a new…
Exploring the possibility of extraterrestrial life living in caves
For millennia, caves have served as shelters for prehistoric humans. Caves have also intrigued scholars…
Take probiotics alongside your prescribed antibiotics to reduce damage to your gut microbiome, says the first review of the data
The first ever systematic review of its kind confirms that taking probiotics alongside antibiotics can…
Researchers develop promising new cancer therapy
Immune checkpoint inhibitors such as Keytruda and Opdivo work by unleashing the immune system’s T…
‘Turning a blind eye’ a typical response to threatening managerial controls
Employees who perceive managerial controls to be restrictive and punitive will develop dysfunctional and negative…
WALLABY builds an intergalactic map in the outback
A radio telescope in remote Western Australia is helping to build a 3-dimensional map of…
Enzymes could be key to understanding how DNA mutates, quantum biologists find
Enzymes, which are crucial to controlling how cells replicate in the human body, could be…
Liftoff! NASA’s Artemis I mega rocket launches Orion to Moon
Following a successful launch of NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS), the most powerful rocket in…
A better model for type 2 diabetes: The Nile rat
Researchers have assembled the first reference genome for the Nile rat — a kind of…
New discoveries could improve cheese production and safety, lead to novel cheeses
New research shows that the flavoring of various soft cheeses is due in part to…
Study shows how to boost early intervention for climate-related health risks
A new analysis evaluates barriers that have hindered the recent implementation of early warning systems…
New discoveries made about a promising solar cell material, thanks to new microscope
A team of scientists has developed a new characterization tool that allowed the scientists to…
Ray of hope? One place where reef manta rays are thriving
Over a decade, manta ray populations increased significantly in Raja Ampat archipelago in Indonesia, highlighting…
Scientists ‘pin the tail’ on IVF treatment for donkeys
A research group has created a successful donkey embryo using in-vitro fertilization (IVF), which could…
Little objective evidence to show effectiveness of learner-centered teaching methods
There is currently relatively little objective evidence that the much-promoted ‘learner-centered’ approach to teaching is…
Gene plays important role in embryonic development
An international study has identified a gene that plays an important role in the development…
Traffic congestion may contribute to lower birthweight
A new study has found that traffic congestion may be linked to lower birthweights. The…
Footprints claimed as evidence of ice age humans in North America need better dating, new research shows
The wide expanse of an ancient lakebed in New Mexico holds the preserved footprints of…
Unraveling the biology behind aggressive pediatric brain tumor reveals potential new treatment avenue
Researchers have identified a novel treatment approach to an aggressive type of pediatric brain cancer,…
Baby’s vaccine responses linked to birth delivery method, study finds
The method by which a baby was delivered is associated with how its immune system…
The hunt for disrupted brain signals behind autism
Part of understanding the underlying causes of autism spectrum disorder relies on figuring out which…
Younger generation experienced most workplace stress during COVID-19 pandemic, study finds
A new study has shown that people in the early stages of their careers were…
Tiny molecules in breast milk may protect infants from developing allergies
A new study finds that small molecules found in most humans’ breast milk may reduce…
Next generation material that adapts to its history
Inspired by living systems, researchers have developed a new material that changes its electrical behavior…
A gene from 28 million years ago protects today’s plants against caterpillars
The defense mechanisms plants use to recognize and respond to a common pest — the…