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Personalized medicine? How about a robot that repairs your tissue from the inside
The cognitive gap between generations is narrowing.
Smartphone addiction has been linked to mental problems such as anxiety.
This chemical element has been one of the most difficult to study due to its high radioactivity and instability.
The sun's magnetic field originates near its surface, which could enhance our ability to predict disruptive solar storms.
The water we don't see is being depleted fast.
This unique piece of ancient armor reveals a cultural exchange across a continent.
Even though demand for electricity rises, the share of renewable energy is increasing.
It takes over a billion years of high pressure cooking deep inside the Earth's mantle to make diamonds. But this synthetic variety took just a quarter of an hour to make.
This armor wasn't just for show. It could have seen deadly combat during the epic Trojan War.
The Neanderthals (Homo neanderthalensis) fascinate researchers and the general public alike. They remain central to debates about the nature of the genus Homo (the broad biological classification that humans and their relatives fall into). Neanderthals are also vital for understanding the uniqueness or otherwise of our species, Homo sapiens. We shared an ancestor with the […]
How a trick used by lizards can help us make safer buildings.
Drones have come a long way in only a few years -- and they're about to become even more powerful.
The specters of war have haunted soldiers since humans first waged war on one another.
Research into how the human brain stores information could lead to treatments for people who struggle with everyday tasks.
Your chronological age is truly just a number. However, your biological clock never lies.
These cities had a lot of gardens and green spaces in between homes and other buildings
AI computers could operate in extreme environments like Venus, thanks to new heat-resistant technology.
This scientist is built different.
How exactly do anaesthetic drugs shut down the brain? We still don’t have a complete picture, but a new study just got us a step closer.
Intelligence, a blend of genetics and environment, centers on problem-solving abilities and is best enhanced through learning and formal education.
It's an important puzzle piece in showing how the pyramids were built.
Scientists successfully revive frozen brain tissue, paving the way for advanced neurological research.
The concept is part airplane part rocket ship.
A geomagnetic storm of the same intensity as recorded during pre-Industrial times could cause trillions of dollars worth of damage and untold chaos.
AI technology speeds up the creation of diabetes prevention tools, with broader disruption anticipated across other fields.
Humans, like many animals, spend a lot of time playing, an activity that may develop essential skills and foster cooperation, supporting our complex social structures.
Scientists uncover the origins and long-distance dispersal of the iconic baobab tree.
Researchers have created a version of washi that is not only stronger, but also completely biodegradable.
We're uncovering Egyptian relics without a single shovel.
A newly discovered far-away planet defies planetary formation theories with its extraordinary low density.
Plant-based diets have become more than a trend; they are now a cornerstone of many health recommendations. Suboptimal diets, rich in processed meats and sugars, are known culprits behind the soaring rates of several illnesses. In contrast, diets abundant in vegetables, fruits, legumes, and whole grains offer a protective shield against these diseases. The shift […]
Naval warfare is on the brink of a paradigm shift.
Climate change is testing the limits of the world's largest permafrost crater.
New research delves into how pickups shape the sound of electric guitars.
Solar power could replace fossil fuels in high-heat industries like steel and cement manufacturing.
Several jokes were disqualified for "scientific inaccuracy," said organizers — "and rather a lot for lewdness."
Cement and clay bricks could be replaced with olivine-based alternatives.
It's hot and it's about to get even hotter.
Discovery of ancient viruses in Neanderthal remains may reshape our understanding of their extinction.
Researchers develop a novel transparent bamboo with flame-retardant properties.
In cities across the United States, a silent disparity is brewing in the shade.
The new planet has so many volcanos, it glows red.
“We think of ballcourts today as a place of entertainment. It wasn’t that way for the ancient Maya,” researchers said.
Alcohol poisoning is a surprisingly common problem. Soon, we may have a better way to treat it.
Running is one thing humans are really good at. Could that be owed to hunting?
We'll need many more such Mammoths if we're serious about climate change.
The bacterial spores are incorporated into the bulk plastic. Interestingly, this plastic is more durable and flexible, mirroring the way rebar reinforces concrete.
After the halving, there are good reasons to believe Bitcoin's notoriously unsustainable mining could be turned around.
Explore these fun facts about cicadas, from their unique life cycles to their critical role in ecosystems.
