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Study Reveals Key Traits That Define Wisdom Across Cultures
A new study by the University of Waterloo identifies the core characteristics that people across the globe associate with wisdom …
Global Crop Yields Suffer From Pollinator Shortages, Rutgers Study Finds
A new study led by Rutgers University-New Brunswick reveals that insufficient pollinator visits are hindering crop yields worldwide, affecting crucial …
Breakthrough Study Pinpoints Brain Regions Tied to Different Types of Love
A new study by Aalto University delves into the brain’s love map, showing how different types of love light up …
AI-Driven Tool Revolutionizes Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis and Treatment
In a significant health care breakthrough, researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine and the Hospital for Special Surgery have unveiled an …
Ancient Submerged Bridge in Spanish Cave Unearths Early Human Settlement Insights
Led by a USF geologist, an international research team has unearthed a submerged 25-foot bridge in Mallorca’s Genovesa Cave, revealing …
Transparency Lacking in Datasets Used to Train Large Language Models, MIT Study Finds
A groundbreaking MIT study reveals significant transparency issues in datasets used for AI training, with over 70% lacking critical licensing …
UCLA Researchers Develop Groundbreaking Energy-Saving Cooling Technique
Researchers at UCLA have unveiled a new method to cool buildings by manipulating the movement of radiant heat, a breakthrough …
New ‘Air Quality Stripes’ Reveal Global Pollution Trends
An international team of researchers has unveiled the ‘Air Quality Stripes,’ visually representing global air pollution trends. While Europe shows …
Study Reveals Cross-State Benefits of Renewable Energy Policies in the US
Researchers led by Georgia Tech have discovered that state-level clean energy policies in the United States create positive, far-reaching effects …
Healthy Lifestyle May Mitigate Brain Aging in Diabetes Patients
A new study from Karolinska Institutet suggests that type 2 diabetes and prediabetes are linked to accelerated brain aging. However, …
AI
AI Breakthrough: Can You Trust the Photos You See?
Researchers have found that AI can now generate images of real people that are nearly indistinguishable from actual photos, posing …
New Study Reveals Limitations of AI in Detecting Human Deception
A pioneering study led by Michigan State University reveals that AI personas are not yet reliable for detecting human deception, …
New Algorithm Enables Drones to Collaborate in Transporting Heavy Payloads
Scientists at TU Delft have created a groundbreaking algorithm that enables autonomous drones to work together to transport heavy payloads, …
New AI Model Can Help Athletes Avoid Injuries
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed BIGE, a generative AI model aimed at preventing injuries in …
New AI-Powered Microscope Propels Autonomous Research
Engineers at Duke University have developed an AI-driven microscope, ATOMIC, capable of autonomous material analysis. This innovation promises to expedite …
Career & Education
How Relationships Influence Students’ Decisions to Report Hazing on College Campuses
A new University of Maine study shows that relationships with friends, staff and faculty play a critical role in students’ …
Unequal Access to Four-Year Colleges for Low-Income Students Revealed in New Study
A new study exposes the uneven distribution of colleges that effectively serve low-income students in the United States, with many …
New Study Unveils Disparities in Academic Advising and Its Impact on College Graduation Rates
White students visit college advisers the least but experience the highest academic benefits, according to a new study that explores …
Study Warns New Tariff, Visa Policies Could Jeopardize US Higher Education
A new study from UC San Diego highlights the vital economic role of international students, and how recent tariff and …
New Game Teaches Kids to Outsmart AI and Think Critically
University of Washington introduces AI Puzzlers, a game designed to help children recognize AI errors and sharpen their reasoning skills, …
Climate & Sustainability
Using Fermentation Waste to Make Sustainable Fabric
A team led by Penn State researchers has developed a groundbreaking method to transform leftover yeast from brewing and pharmaceutical …
Can Bamboo Replace Plastic? Scientists Investigate Its Potential and Challenges
A new study investigates bamboo as a sustainable alternative to plastics, showcasing its environmental benefits and technological potential, while also …
Converting Food Waste Into Sustainable Jet Fuel: New Study
Researchers at the University of Illinois have successfully converted food waste into sustainable aviation fuel, potentially revolutionizing the industry’s approach …
UBC Researchers Uncover New Bacterium Transforming Food Waste Into Energy
A team of UBC researchers has discovered a new bacterium that enhances the conversion of food waste into renewable natural …
New AI Tool Can Predict Avocado Ripeness
A new AI tool developed by Oregon State University researchers uses smartphone images to accurately predict the ripeness of avocados, …
Health & Wellness
New Study Unveils Why Freshmen Gain the ‘Freshman 15’
A study led by George Mason University researchers reveals the social and environmental factors contributing to the notorious “freshman 15.” …
New Study Reveals Intermittent Fasting’s Effect on Mental Performance
A global review of 71 studies concludes that short-term fasting does not significantly impair cognitive function in adults, though children …
Adaptive Music Technologies Boost Exercise Enjoyment, New Study Finds
Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä have discovered that adaptive music technologies, which tailor rhythm and tempo to an individual’s …
Weightlifting Surpasses Running for Blood Sugar Control, New Study Finds
A new study by Virginia Tech researchers has found that weightlifting is more effective than running in controlling blood sugar …
New Model Highlights the Importance of Early Diabetes Treatment
A patient’s simple question led to the creation of DOMUS, a model revealing how early diabetes treatment can significantly impact …
Lifestyle
Small Changes in Alcohol Intake Linked to Blood Pressure Swings
A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology highlights that even minor reductions in alcohol …
Ex-Smokers Who Relapse May Just Be Tired of the Effort to Stay Smoke-Free, New Study Finds
A new study highlights that ex-smokers often relapse not due to cravings or lack of confidence, but because of exhaustion …
Quitting Smoking, Even Later in Life, Can Slow Cognitive Decline: New Study
A recent study published in The Lancet Healthy Longevity reveals that quitting smoking, even later in life, slows cognitive decline …
New Study Reveals Stroller Running Lowers Injury Risk for Parents
A Penn State Berks study reveals that stroller running reduces vertical impact per step, which may lower overall injury risk …
Gen Z Leading Dramatic Decline in Alcohol Consumption: New Study
Generation Z is drinking less alcohol than any previous generation in Australia, signaling a cultural shift that could lead to …
People & Culture
New Study Reveals Why Consumers Are More Likely to Opt for Premium Products
A new study by Washington State University reveals that consumers are more inclined to opt for premium products when attributes …
New Study Reveals Ethnic Discrimination in Spain’s Top Online Marketplace
A study by Pompeu Fabra University reveals significant ethnic discrimination in Spain’s top online marketplace, where individuals with Arab and …
Gen Z Leading Dramatic Decline in Alcohol Consumption: New Study
Generation Z is drinking less alcohol than any previous generation in Australia, signaling a cultural shift that could lead to …
Explosive Growth of Private Club and Travel Teams in Youth Sports Over Six Decades
A recent study uncovers the rising trend of private club and travel teams in youth sports over the last 60 …
Brief Social Isolation Can Trigger ‘Reward-Seeking’ Behavior in Adolescents
A University of Cambridge-led study reveals that short periods of social isolation significantly increase reward-seeking behavior in adolescents. Loneliness heightened …
Science
Researchers Develop Better Tools for DNA Analysis
Scientists at Case Western Reserve University have developed advanced tools to better understand the 3D structure of DNA, offering new …
New Study Links Genetic Variants to Elevated Cholesterol and Increased Heart Attack Risk
University of Pittsburgh scientists have developed a pioneering resource to identify genetic variants linked to high “bad” cholesterol, offering a …
How Brain Activity and Energy Patterns Interact During Sleep
A new study by Mass General Brigham reveals how brain activity, energy use and blood flow interact during sleep, shedding …
New Belgian Study Unveils Key to Preventing Skin Inflammation
Scientists in Belgium have discovered a key mechanism that protects the skin from inflammation, opening the door to new treatments …
New Study Reveals How Bacteria in Tumors Make Cancers Resistant to Treatment
A breakthrough study from MD Anderson Cancer Center demonstrates how bacteria inside tumors make certain cancers resistant to treatment, potentially …
Technology
Adaptive Music Technologies Boost Exercise Enjoyment, New Study Finds
Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä have discovered that adaptive music technologies, which tailor rhythm and tempo to an individual’s …
ETH Zurich Unveils New DNA Search Engine
ETH Zurich scientists have developed MetaGraph, a pioneering DNA search engine likened to “Google for DNA.” This innovation promises to …
How This Innovative Battery Tech Improve EV Battery Life Prediction
Engineers at UC Riverside have developed State of Mission (SOM), a new metric to improve battery life predictions in electric …
How Video Games Can Lead to More Meaningful Lives
University of Washington researchers have found that meaningful gaming experiences can significantly influence players’ lives, enhancing mental health and personal …
Divergence in AI Models’ Hate Speech Detection Revealed in New Study
A study by the Annenberg School for Communication reveals substantial differences among AI models, including those from OpenAI, DeepSeek and …