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American Diets Improved, Diversified During COVID-19, Study Finds
A study led by Penn State reveals that American diets significantly improved in quality and diversity during the initial COVID-19 …
Innovative ‘Burr on Fur’ Trackers Shed Light on Polar Bear Behavior
A cutting-edge tracking innovation is set to revolutionize polar bear research. York University and its partners have developed ‘burr on …
Groundbreaking Study Reveals Brain Activity Behind Creative Thinking
Researchers have identified the neurological basis of creativity, providing insights that may lead to interventions for stimulating creative thought and …
Living in Disadvantaged Neighborhoods May Increase Aggressive Prostate Cancer Risk in African American Men, Study Finds
A groundbreaking study by the University of Maryland and Virginia Commonwealth University reveals that disadvantaged neighborhoods significantly influence stress-related gene …
Alarming Climate Study Predicts Extreme Warming for Global Lakes by Century’s End
A groundbreaking study in Nature Geoscience warns that global lakes will experience extreme and unprecedented warming by the end of …
Innovative ‘Chemical Claw Machine’ Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Robotics and Medical Devices
Researchers at KAUST have developed a revolutionary ‘claw machine’ that can bend, stretch and perform complex tasks in response to …
Groundbreaking DNAirobi Workshop Advocates for Equitable DNA Research in Africa
A groundbreaking paper from the DNAirobi workshop, published in the American Journal of Human Genetics, calls for an equitable future …
How the COVID-19 Pandemic Changed the Impact of Neighborhoods on Children’s Well-Being
A groundbreaking NIH ECHO study explores how the COVID-19 pandemic altered the relationship between neighborhood environments and children’s well-being, highlighting …
Mozambican Woodlands Found to Store Double the Carbon, Promising Huge Climate Benefits
A new study uncovers that Mozambican miombo woodlands store 1.5 to 2.2 times more carbon than previously thought. This revelation …
UC San Diego Researchers Develop Breakthrough Firmware Update to Hide Bluetooth Fingerprints, Enhancing Device Privacy
Researchers at UC San Diego have pioneered a firmware update that effectively hides a device’s Bluetooth fingerprint, eliminating a significant …
AI
AI Uncovers Gene Sets Underlying Complex Diseases
Northwestern University biophysicists unveil an AI-driven tool that identifies gene sets responsible for complex diseases like cancer and diabetes, paving …
New AI Model Revolutionizes Infectious Disease Forecasting
A new AI tool, PandemicLLM, developed by Johns Hopkins and Duke universities, offers unprecedented accuracy in forecasting infectious disease patterns, …
How AI Tools Like ChatGPT Boost Creativity
A new study led by Tulane University highlights that generative AI tools like ChatGPT can significantly enhance creativity but only …
New AI Transforms Radiology With Unprecedented Speed and Accuracy
Northwestern Medicine’s pioneering AI technology enhances radiology efficiency by up to 40%, addresses the global radiologist shortage and flags critical …
Revolutionary Brain Algorithm Reveals How Dopamine Drives Motivation
Researchers from UNIGE, Harvard, and McGill have discovered a sophisticated brain function showing how the ventral tegmental area (VTA) precisely …
Career & Education
Early Career Complex Projects Yield Long-Term Benefits
New research from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Kentucky reveals that assigning new employees to complex projects early …
The Highs and Lows of Turning Hobbies Into Careers
A new study reveals the challenges and rewards for those leaving conventional jobs to pursue careers as snowsport instructors. The …
Impact of Tropical Cyclones on Education: New Study
Stanford research highlights the educational setbacks caused by tropical cyclones in low- and middle-income countries, revealing significant impacts on school …
Call for Shared Educator Resources in Cybersecurity Education
Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and Community College of Allegheny Co. emphasize the need for shared cybersecurity teaching resources. They …
New Study Reveals Importance of Foundational Skills for Advancing Career
A recent study discovered that foundational skills are essential building blocks for advanced careers, highlighting the importance of basic education …
Climate & Sustainability
Innovative Device Harvests Drinking Water From Air
MIT engineers have developed a pioneering device to generate drinking water from air. This breakthrough offers hope to over 2.2 …
New Study Reveals Impact of Solar Farms on Property Values
A new study led by Virginia Tech reveals that solar farms can significantly increase the value of nearby agricultural land …
Researchers Unveil New Approach to Reduce E-Waste
Researchers at the University of Tartu are giving old smartphones a new purpose by transforming them into tiny data centers, …
Scientists Discover New Method to Help Plants Fight Diseases
In a study three decades in the making, researchers from Rutgers University and Brookhaven National Laboratory have uncovered new details …
Why Forests in the Amazon Aren’t Recovering After Gold Mining
New research reveals why forests in the Peruvian Amazon struggle to regenerate after gold mining. The study highlights severe soil …
Health & Wellness
Pancreatic Cancer Vaccine Shows Remarkable Results in Preclinical Trials
A pioneering vaccine targeting pancreatic cancer has shown remarkable results in preclinical trials, potentially paving the way for new treatment …
Keys to Reducing Eating Disorders in College Women
Researchers at the University of Houston found that female college students with higher psychological flexibility exhibit fewer eating disorder symptoms, …
Self-Collection Tests Double Cervical Cancer Screening Rates
A recent study found that mail-in self-collection HPV tests significantly boosts cervical cancer screening participation among under-screened women, suggesting a …
Survey Finds Misconceptions About High Blood Pressure
Nearly one-third of Americans believe high blood pressure has noticeable symptoms like dizziness — a dangerous misconception. Learn more about …
Why TikTok Teen Skin Care Craze Is Harmful: New Study
A new study by Northwestern Medicine warns of the harmful effects of TikTok-promoted skin care routines on teens, revealing a …
Lifestyle
New UCR Study Advises Pregnant Women to Avoid Mentholated E-Cigarettes
A new study from the University of California, Riverside warns against the use of menthol-flavored e-cigarettes by pregnant women, citing …
Cannabis Users at Higher Heart Attack Risk, New Research Shows
Recent research indicates that cannabis users are substantially more likely to experience heart attacks compared to non-users, particularly among young …
New Study Sheds Light on the Impact of Exercise on Life Expectancy
A Finnish twin study by the University of Jyväskylä reveals that moderate exercise may have the most significant impact on …
Retiring Abroad Increases Risk of Loneliness for Older Adults: New Study
A recent study highlights the increased risk of loneliness faced by retirees who move abroad. The research emphasizes the importance …
New Study Reveals Social Stigma Around Plant-Based Diets in Europe
University of Vaasa research delves into the social stigma surrounding plant-based diets in Europe, revealing that stereotypes and emotional reactions …
People & Culture
New Study Reveals Surprising Impact of Framing Social Causes as Civil Rights
A recent study challenges long-held beliefs about the effectiveness of civil rights language in gaining public support for social causes, …
Study Reveals Power of Rituals in Uniting Sports Fans
A new study led by the University of Connecticut reveals that the emotional highs associated with sports fandom are most …
New Study Unveils Complex Nature of Multitasking Skills
A new study from the University of Surrey reveals that multitasking abilities consist of both general and specific skills, providing …
College Students’ Bedtime Procrastination Linked to Need to Belong
A new study reveals that college students with a high need to belong may sacrifice sleep for social interactions. This …
Harvard’s New Online Game Tangibly Reduces Partisan Division
A Harvard-developed online game, Tango, has shown significant success in reducing partisan animosity. Published in Nature Human Behaviour, the study …
Science
New Study Identifies Key Neurons in Suppressing Binge Drinking Behavior
New research identifies fewer than 500 neurons in the brain responsible for suppressing binge drinking, promising new avenues for treating …
New Drug Delivery System Targets Lungs to Treat Cancer, Cystic Fibrosis
Scientists have made a significant breakthrough by developing a nanoparticle delivery system capable of transporting genetic therapies directly to the …
New Research Reveals Unique Heart Adaptations in Female Elite Athletes
Amsterdam University Medical Center-led researchers have discovered that female elite athletes’ hearts adapt differently than males’, emphasizing the need for …
New Paper-Based Tool for Fast, Affordable Disease Detection
A revolutionary paper-based diagnostic device developed by NYU Abu Dhabi researchers can detect COVID-19 and other infectious diseases in under …
New Study Links Weight Loss to Specific Brain Cells
In a significant breakthrough, researchers at the University of Gothenburg have discovered specific brain cells that mediate semaglutide’s weight loss …
Technology
Harvard’s New Online Game Tangibly Reduces Partisan Division
A Harvard-developed online game, Tango, has shown significant success in reducing partisan animosity. Published in Nature Human Behaviour, the study …
New Study Links Social Media Use to Depression Among Preteens
As social media use among preteens rises, so do their depressive symptoms, according to a new study from UC San …
New Adhesive-Free Wearable to Offer Continuous Health Monitoring
The University of Arizona unveils an adhesive-free wearable device that offers continuous health monitoring by measuring gas emissions from the …
Using Acoustic Waves to Develop Smart T-Shirt
ETH Zurich researchers have developed SonoTextiles, integrating acoustic waves into glass fibers to create smart fabrics capable of monitoring health …
New Computer Language Uncovers Hidden Environmental Pollutants
Scientists at UC Riverside have developed MassQL, a programming language that enables researchers to uncover hidden environmental pollutants with incredible …