Earth's natural mechanisms can control runaway climate change, MIT study finds
Scientists have verified that a "stabilizing mechanism" operating on timescales of 100,000 years helps to regulate global temperatures.
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Joseph Shavit
- 2 hours ago
Danish quantum physicists make incredible discovery
In a new breakthrough, researchers have solved a quantum physics problem that has caused quantum researchers headaches for years.
Joseph Shavit
- 3 hours ago
Study reveals surprising outcomes of long-term dieting
Many people who have dieted are familiar with the yo-yo effect: after the diet, the kilos are quickly put back on. But what causes this?
Joseph Shavit
- 15 hours ago
First-ever oral gel treats and prevents gum disease
NYU College of Dentistry researchers have discovered a novel treatment for gum disease that targets a metabolic byproduct called succinate.
Joseph Shavit
- 17 hours ago
Surprising research uncovers why most smokers never develop lung cancer
Cigarette smoking is overwhelmingly the main cause of lung cancer, yet only a minority of smokers develop the disease.
Joseph Shavit
- 19 hours ago
New solar-powered technology extracts clean drinking water from thin air
Fresh water is scarce. Communities near the ocean can desalinate sea water for this purpose, but doing so requires a large amount of energy.
Joseph Shavit
- 1 day ago
Breakthrough research finds that sugar is critical to the prevention and cure of Alzheimer's disease
Researchers found that a specific type of glycan, a complex sugar molecule, could be a new target for early diagnostic tests and treatments.
Joseph Shavit
- 1 day ago
Groundbreaking new nasal spray protects against all SARS-CoV-2 variants
Researchers have developed a molecule that, when administered nasally, effectively prevents the disease caused by all known variants COVID.
Joseph Shavit
- 1 day ago
The real effect of drugs and alcohol on creativity: Surprising research findings
Scientific research has shown that the relationship between drugs/alcohol and creativity is not as straightforward as previously believed.
Joseph Shavit
- 2 days ago
Researchers identify 3 key factors that keep your brain sharp and healthy
The human brain is a remarkable organ, consisting of approximately 100 billion interconnected neurons that work to ensure our mental agility
Joseph Shavit
- 2 days ago
Experimental hydrogel can significantly relieve lower back pain, study finds
Degenerative disc disease is the leading cause of chronic low back pain, which is one of the world’s most common medical conditions.
Joseph Shavit
- 2 days ago
Breakthrough Engine Could Enable Human Travel at Near Light Speed
When it comes to space, there's a problem with our human drive to go all the places and see all the things. A big problem. It's, well, space
Joseph Shavit
- 2 days ago
Common hypertension drug can delay ageing, researchers find
Researchers have discovered that a drug commonly used to treat hypertension can extend lifespan and slow down aging.
Joseph Shavit
- 2 days ago
The future of sustainable mining: CO2 used to access critical minerals
As the world moves to low-carbon energy technologies, the demand for critical minerals such as lithium, nickel, and cobalt is increasing.
Joseph Shavit
- 2 days ago
‘Smart’ bandages monitor wounds and provide targeted treatment
A new kind of smart bandage developed at Caltech may make treatment of these wounds easier, more effective, and less expensive.
Joseph Shavit
- 3 days ago
Gamechanging drug can prevent arthritis, study finds
Oxford researchers have identified that Talarozole, a drug that is known to increase retinoic acid, was able to prevent osteoarthritis.
Joseph Shavit
- 3 days ago
Gamechanging pill can reduce alcohol intake by more than 50%
Researchers have identified a pill used to treat a common skin disease as an “incredibly promising” treatment for alcohol use disorder.
Joseph Shavit
- 3 days ago
Cambridge Study Exposes Startling Reasons Why Men Don't Do Housework
Philosophers seeking to answer questions around inequality in household work and the invisibility of women’s work have proposed a new theory
Joseph Shavit
- 3 days ago
MIT sleep study yields unexpected results
More sleep seems to provide big benefits: Many people find it gives them increased energy, emotional control, and well-being.
Joseph Shavit
- 3 days ago
Screening for Diabetes: Why Age Matters More Than Weight
Focusing on weight alone when screening for diabetes may not capture a significant number of people from different racial and ethnic groups
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