This Tiny, Wearable “e-Tattoo” Can Read Your Mind’s Stress Levels
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have developed an e-tattoo that can monitor and predict mental fatigue.
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Defying the Limits of Human Endurance, Korea’s Incredible Haenyeo Divers Are Revealing New Secrets About Human Adaptation
Researchers studied cold tolerance in a Haenyeo diver, part of an all-female diving crew with ancestral heritage for cold exposure.
A Universal Antivenom Is on the Horizon, Thanks to This Man Who Made Himself Immune to Snakebites
Researchers collected blood from Tim Friede who had been bitten by 18 different venomous snakes to make a universal antivenom.
Defying Physics, New Study Reveals the Secrets of Quantum Phase Transitions
Researchers at the University of Hong Kong used special models to simulate the phase transition from one quantum state to another.
Sleeping While Awake? Scientists Unravel the Mystery of What Happens When Your Mind Blanks
Researchers looked at studies to try to determine what happens to your mind when you experience blanking, and think of nothing.
Monstrous “Hell Ant” That Thrived 113 Million Years Ago Revealed in Oldest Fossil of Its Kind Ever Discovered
Researchers in Brazil found a fossilized hell ant in a rock, suggesting the insect was more widespread than previously thought.
Engineers are Creating 3D ‘Optical Knots’ by Manipulating Laser Beams
Engineers at Duke University have successfully manipulated laser beams to create intricate 3D patterns known as 'optical knots.'
Biotech Breakthrough “Grows” Chicken Meat in the Lab—Could Artificial Organs be Next?
Researchers from the University of Tokyo used semipermeable hollow fibers to grow 10 grams of lab-grown chicken breast.
Chasing Shadows: New Breakthrough Brings Elusive Neutrino Mystery Into Focus
Physicists at KATRIN in Germany have found an upper limit to the mass of the neutrino, a subatomic particle of the Standard Model.
“Quantum-Level Perspective” of Subatomic Particle Sprays Are Revealing New Quantum Secrets
Physicists studied proton interactions at the Large Hadron Collider to see if they could find quantum entanglement as a result.
Chew on This: Natural Bean Gum Could Help Stop the Spread of Flu and Herpes Viruses
Researchers created a chewing gum from lalab beans that has antiviral properties to help fight herpes and influenza strains.
Hot Quantum Physics: Scientists Create Schrödinger’s Cat at Higher Temperatures
Researchers have found they can create quantum cat states at warmer temperatures, making these systems more robust to noise.
Miso in Microgravity: Fermented Flavor Takes Off Aboard the International Space Station
Astronauts made miso paste aboard the ISS to see if it would ferment similar to its Earth-based counterparts.
Rare Discovery of Complete Plesiosaur Skeleton is Unlocking the Evolutionary Secrets of Jurassic Europe
Researchers found a new fossil of a marine dinosaur, Plesiopterys wildi, which gives clues to early life during ancient times.
Breakthrough in Quantum Magnetism Simulation Marks Turning Point for Quantum Computing
Researchers at Quantinuum, CalTech, and other institutes have successfully used a quantum computer to simulate quantum magnetism.
This is Your Brain During Sex: New Research Shows What Happens to Mice During Intercourse
Researchers found that when mice had sex, their brain chemicals dopamine and acetylcholine worked together to produce pleasure.
Who Was Entombed in the Pyramids? Surprising New Burial Discoveries Challenge Past Narratives
Researchers have located laborers beneath a pyramid in Tombos, Sudan, revealing burial was more inclusive in ancient Egypt than expected..
Physicists Use Optical Vortex Beams to Control Ionization for the First Time
Physicists at the University of Ottawa add an orbital spin to their laser beams to control the movement of electrons in their setup.
New Method for Isolating Lithium-6 Could Boost Nuclear Fusion Research
Researchers find a new method to isolate lithium-6 from other materials, paving the way forward in nuclear energy.
Secrets of the Caterpillar God: Indigenous Traditions Shaped Cassava’s Genetic Diversity for Millennia, Study Reveals
Researchers found that indigenous farming practices like planting cassava for the caterpillar god helped preserve genetic diversity.
Ancient Ritual Sacrifice? Archaeologists are Unraveling the Enigma of an Ancient Ecuadorian Burial
Researchers have discovered the remains of an ancient Ecuadorian woman who may have been involved in ritual sacrifice.
EV Battery Showdown: New Study Examines Tesla and BYD’s Competing Designs
Researchers took apart batteries from Tesla and BYD electric vehicles (EV) to compare their components, looking for efficiencies.
Introducing the ‘Woolly Mouse’: Colossal Biosciences Unveils Its Latest Breakthrough in De-Extinction Technology
Colossal Biosciences has used genetic engineering to produce a cold adapted woolly mouse using woolly mammoth DNA.
Scientists Solve Centuries-Old Mystery of Why Hot Droplets Rebound Off Cool Surfaces
Scientists say hot droplets on cool surfaces show properties similar to the Leidenfrost effect, potentially advancing fire proof materials.
The Brain’s Working Memory Has Limits, and These Scientists Say They Know Why
In a new study, researchers from Brown University found that dopamine levels have effects on working memory, including short term memory.
Misinformation, Deception, and Harm Reveal the ‘Dark Side’ of Influencer Culture, Alarming Study Says
Researchers reveal that social media influencers can cause misinformation, unrealistic beauty standards and unethical practices.
New Research Links Aspartame to Heart Health Risks
New research suggests that one of the most common sugar substitutes, aspartame, may have unintended consequences for heart health.
Secrets of Cone Snail Toxins Decoded by AI Could Lead to New Drug Discoveries
Researchers have found that cone snail toxins can be a good model for AI simulations of molecular interactions.
New Research Shows Bacterial ‘Sexome’ Could Help Identify Perpetrators in Sexual Assault Cases
Researchers have discovered that unique bacterial species, known as the “sexome,” are transferred between individuals during sexual intercourse.
Department of Energy Scientists Discover Unexpected New Method of Detecting High-Energy Protons
Department of Energy researchers have discovered a novel means of detecting high-energy protons.
Quantum Computers Simulate Particle Creation in an Expanding Universe
Researchers have successfully simulated particle creation in an expanding universe using IBM's advanced quantum computers.
Meet the Worldwide Sisterhood of Citizen Scientists Determining What Makes a Healthy Vaginal Microbiome
An international team of scientists is helping to identify how vaginal microbiomes vary across cultures and continents.
Scientists Have Discovered a New Method of Tracking Mysterious “Dark Excitons”
An international research team has made a discovery that reveals a new method to track the behavior of "dark excitons."
New Strain of Rice Could Slash Methane Emissions by 70% Without Sacrificing Yields
Researchers have discovered how to significantly reduce methane emissions from rice fields without compromising crop yields.
The Gut May be the Missing Link Between Sugary Drinks and Diabetes
A new study suggests that the answer to what links drinking sugary drinks with an increased risk of diabetes may lie in our gut microbiome.
Scientists Create First-Ever Mouse With Two Fathers Using Stem Cell Technology
Using cutting-edge stem cell technology, a team of scientists from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) recently created a mouse with two biological Scientists from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have successfully created a mouse with two fathers..
Scientists Tap Earth’s Natural Chemistry to Create Cleaner Fertilizer
Scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have discovered a way to produce ammonia—a key ingredient in fertilizers—by harnessing the Earth’s own heat and chemical reactions.
Researchers Reveal Chimpanzees Engage in “Contagious Urination”
A new study published in Current Biology has uncovered a peculiar social behavior in chimpanzees that experts call “contagious urination.”
This Paper Thin, Flexible Tool Could Be a Game-Changer for Satellite Technology
A new advancement in satellite technology is making space tools lighter, more adaptable, and more resilient.
Why Are We Fascinated With Stories About Serial Killers? New Research May Offer Answers
Sociologists from HSE University in Russia are unraveling why true crime stories of serial killers fascinate us so much.
Need to Clear Your Mind? New Research Suggests a Good Night’s Sleep Could Help
New research suggests that a good night’s sleep does more than just recharge your body—it literally clears your mind.
Advancement in Quantum Memory Brings Us One Step Closer to Large-Scale Quantum Networks
Researchers have demonstrated a new method for storing and retrieving quantum information, marking a leap forward for quantum memory.
Researchers Reveal How Ozone Can Be Used to Treat Certain Types of Lung Injuries
New research is highlighting the use of ozone therapy and its potential to help treat acute lung injuries caused by sepsis.
Physicists Move Closer to Untangling the Quantum Mysteries Behind Our Classical Experience
Scientists have demonstrated how features of the classical world can emerge from the inherently strange quantum realm.
Edison’s Lightbulb and Blackbody Radiation Combine Forces in New Method of Generating “Twisted Light”
Researchers have devised a novel method of generating "twisted light" using technology similar to Thomas Edison’s lightbulb.
Coffee and Tea Consumption Could be Linked to Lower Risk of These Types of Cancer
Drinking coffee and tea may lower the risk of developing certain types of head and neck cancers, new research suggests.
A Hidden Carbon Crisis: How Human-Made Products Store Billions of Tons of Fossil Carbon
Humans are adding around 400 million tons of fossil carbon each year to long-lasting products like plastics, buildings, and infrastructure, new research has revealed.
New Discoveries in the Deep Ocean?
This week, Kenna and Steph illuminate the darkest parts of the deep ocean and discuss the discovery of a brand-new lifeform.
These Tiny Magnetic Robots Can Navigate Obstacles and Carry Heavy Objects
Scientists in South Korea have unveiled swarms of tiny magnetic robots that mimic the collaborative strength of ants to achieve incredible tasks.
New Research Shows Suicide Rates Do Not Spike During the Holiday Season
New research by the Annenberg Public Policy Center suggests that suicide rates do not increase around the holiday season.