Discoveries

Blood types: How and why they evolved to significantly influence our health

JJ Shavit

15 hours ago

Blood types: How and why they evolved to significantly influence our health

A-positive, A-negative, B-positive, B-negative, O-negative, O-positive, AB-positive, and AB-negative are not just mere labels

Colossal underground ocean discovered containing 3x more water than all oceans combined

JJ Shavit

1 day ago

Colossal underground ocean discovered containing 3x more water than all oceans combined

This intriguing revelation is reshaping our understanding of the Earth's water cycle and its intricate geophysical processes.

Potential life on Europa? For the first time, NASA finds CO2 on Jupiter's moon

JJ Shavit

1 day ago

Potential life on Europa? For the first time, NASA finds CO2 on Jupiter's moon

Europa, long considered one of the top candidates for extraterrestrial life in our solar system, has caught the eye of researchers again

Scientists solve the mysteries of why and how brain cells die from Alzheimers

JJ Shavit

2 days ago

Scientists solve the mysteries of why and how brain cells die from Alzheimers

Alzheimer's disease is not a standalone anomaly but a prominent subtype of a group of cognitive disorders known as dementia.

Gamechanging rotator cuff treatment repairs and protects shoulder from injury

JJ Shavit

2 days ago

Gamechanging rotator cuff treatment repairs and protects shoulder from injury

Researchers have discovered a new technique that could help repair the damaged shoulders of millions of people worldwide.

Groundbreaking evidence finds patients recall death experiences after cardiac arrest

JJ Shavit

2 days ago

Groundbreaking evidence finds patients recall death experiences after cardiac arrest

Extraordinary findings about the persistence of brain activity and memory recall even up to an hour after a person's heart stops.

Scientists uncover the elegant math woven into evolution

JJ Shavit

2 days ago

Scientists uncover the elegant math woven into evolution

In the intricate tapestry of our world, nature and math often intersect, creating patterns that define life in ways that are esoteric.

Gamechanging drug extends lifespan and slows down aging, study finds

JJ Shavit

2 days ago

Gamechanging drug extends lifespan and slows down aging, study finds

Researchers have discovered that a drug commonly used to treat hypertension can extend lifespan and slow down aging.

Scientists find a remarkable connection between breathing and memory

JJ Shavit

2 days ago

Scientists find a remarkable connection between breathing and memory

New groundbreaking research uncovers how our breathing patterns can either augment or impair our ability to form memories.

Brain-altering parasite turns ants into zombies

JJ Shavit

2 days ago

Brain-altering parasite turns ants into zombies

It’s a scene that could be straight out of a horror movie: awakening atop a blade of grass, jaws clenched in an unnatural grip

Groundbreaking treatment can regenerate 90% of lost hair, study finds

JJ Shavit

3 days ago

Groundbreaking treatment can regenerate 90% of lost hair, study finds

Hair loss affects millions of people worldwide, and current treatments for hair loss can be costly and ineffective.

The Moon is making days last longer on Earth

JJ Shavit

3 days ago

The Moon is making days last longer on Earth

Imagine an Earth where the sun sets about six hours earlier than what we're accustomed to today.

Researchers find a critical link between vaccinations and Alzheimers Disease

JJ Shavit

3 days ago

Researchers find a critical link between vaccinations and Alzheimers Disease

More than 6 million Americans are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and with an aging national population, this number is bound to rise.

Remote work can significantly reduce carbon footprints, study finds

JJ Shavit

4 days ago

Remote work can significantly reduce carbon footprints, study finds

As the post-pandemic world struggles to adapt to a "new normal", a significant shift towards remote work is making waves.

Earth's invisible hand may be creating water on the moon

JJ Shavit

4 days ago

Earth's invisible hand may be creating water on the moon

The Earth, in its majestic orbit around the sun, may have played a more vital role than previously believed in creating water on the moon.

Common sleep habits may substantially increase dementia risk, study finds

JJ Shavit

5 days ago

Common sleep habits may substantially increase dementia risk, study finds

Scientists noted that sleep problems and cognitive decline are related to demographics, such as age, sex, and education.

Groundbreaking study uncovers the mysterous origins of ‘puposeful action’ in humans

JJ Shavit

5 days ago

Groundbreaking study uncovers the mysterous origins of ‘puposeful action’ in humans

For eons, the very essence of what compels living beings to act with intention has captivated some of the brightest intellects.

The majority of people use their electric toothbrush incorrectly, study finds

JJ Shavit

5 days ago

The majority of people use their electric toothbrush incorrectly, study finds

Electric toothbrushes have become a popular option for people looking for an efficient and convenient way to keep their teeth clean.

Scientists solved the mystery of why some people are scared of heights

JJ Shavit

5 days ago

Scientists solved the mystery of why some people are scared of heights

Researchers are closer than ever to understanding the intricate workings of the human brain that contribute to this pervasive fear.

Coffee drinking connected to cancer, heart disease and Parkinson's

JJ Shavit

6 days ago

Coffee drinking connected to cancer, heart disease and Parkinson's

Trichloroethylene, a chemical commonly used for decaffeinating coffee is believed to be contributing to the rise of Parkinson's disease