Scientists reveal surprising connection between internet use and dementia
Recent study throws light on an unexpected dimension of this debate: can internet usage patterns influence dementia risk among older adults
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JJ Shavit
- Oct 8
Researchers discover a surprising connection between internet use and dementia
In the rapidly evolving digital era, questions surrounding the health effects of internet use continue to surface.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 8
Scientists discover a strange connection between internet use and dementia
In the rapidly evolving digital era, questions surrounding the health effects of internet use continue to surface.
JD Shavit
- Dec 27, 2022
Researchers discover method to put an end to gender biases on the internet
According to experts, many internet algorithms are based on stereotypes, leading them to associate the sciences with masculinity.
JD Shavit
- Jun 30, 2022
Google searches are effective predictors of domestic violence, research finds
Study finds that Google searches are an effective tool to track and predict domestic violence, especially in times of crisis.
JJ Shavit
- Jun 2, 2022
A ‘Goldilocks amount’ of time spent online could be good for teenagers’ wellbeing
New research from Trinity College has found further evidence of a relationship between online engagement and mental wellbeing in teenagers.
JJ Shavit
- May 3, 2022
Fermilab researchers achieve quantum teleportation
Scientists are edging closer to making a super-secure, super-fast quantum internet possible having teleported quantum data over 27 miles.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 2, 2022
Google autocomplete helps mislead public, legitimize conspiracy theorists: researchers say
Google algorithms place innocuous subtitles on prominent conspiracy theorists, which mislead the public and amplify extremist views.
JD Shavit
- Dec 20, 2021
The router in your home might be intercepting some of your Internet traffic -- for a good reason
The router in your home might be intercepting some of your Internet traffic and sending it to a different destination.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 22, 2021
Using internet in retirement boosts cognitive function
Using the internet during your retirement years can boost your cognitive function, a new study has found.
JD Shavit
- Aug 26, 2021
New technology could bring the fastest version of 5G to your home and workplace
Consumers of today's 5G cellphones may have experienced one of the following tradeoffs: impressive download speeds with spotty coverage
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