What are the Evolutionary Origins of Recognizing Music?
Researchers exploring the evolutionary origins of music have found that the process of the brain recognizing melodies is older than expected.
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US Navy Shows Off Newest Laser Weapon
The US Navy Office of Naval Research has successfully tested an all-new, fully electric laser weapon system. Designed to fry aerial threats like drones and missiles, the new weapon system is entirely electric, so it doesn’t require chemicals. weaponized LASER...
Are Paranormal Beliefs and Cognitive Function Linked?
A new study shows that those who have paranormal beliefs display “differences or deficits” in cognitive function. No specific pattern or type of dysfunction was correlated with paranormal beliefs. Instead, the study authors observed a wide range of cognitive deficits...
New Research Shows Another Key Feature to Identify a Psychopath
New research from the University of New Mexico reveals a curious fact: psychopaths don't move their heads while talking.
The “Equal-Opportunity Jerk:” How Rudeness Can Cover Up Sexism
New research from the University of Texas reveals that rudeness can be used as a cover for something even more concerning in the workplace.
Future Spacecraft Will Use Pulsars to Navigate
Future spacecraft will be able to use the x-rays emitted by pulsars to navigate in the vastness of deep space.
Could Sound Waves be a Viable Cancer Treatment Option?
New research suggests that sound waves may provide promising results as a novel form of treatment for cancer.
Could AI Predict Future Earthquakes?
Scientists at Hiroshima University are employing new AI models to help predict places where future earthquakes may occur.
Could Marijuana Lower the Demand for Prescription Drugs?
With the cost of prescription drugs in the billions each year for the U.S., scientists are turning to marijuana to help lower the drug usage.
Every Breath You Take May Help You Fight Infections, New Research Says
Using a lungs-on-a-chip model, researchers at Harvard University have found that the process of breathing helps to fight infections.
A Kitchen Spice is Helping to Build a New Fuel Cell
Curcumin, a component of turmeric, has been shown to have promising properties that may help build hydrogen fuel cells.
Forget All About It-New Research Sheds Light on the Mechanisms of Suppressed Memories
New research is slowly unraveling the mechanisms involved in creating suppressed memories in the human mind.
Backpacking on the Moon with LIDAR Mapping
Future NASA astronauts will map the Moon, Mars, and other worlds using a portable, lidar-equipped backpack. Derived from the term “RADAR,” lidar systems use a laser to measure ranges and relative distances. When incorporated into a portable backpack like the...
Could Magic Mushrooms Help to Treat Depression?
Depression has become a more common mental health issue. New research suggests that a compound in magic mushrooms could be a viable treatment option.
Tech Talk: Not Your Dad’s Windows
It's an APP: Radio Garden
It's an APP: Radio Garden
Tech Talk: Windows 11 When the hosts of Tech Talk, Mr. Stefan Gearhart, and Josh Rutledge, approached The Debrief about doing a series of shows, the pitch was simple: we’ll review the latest, greatest, most cutting-edge tech on the market...
Research Suggests that Being Bilingual Boosts Brain Health
As the brain ages, it begins to slow down many of its functions. This can lead to loss of memory, loss of clarity, or even certain brain disorders like Alzheimer’s or dementia. For individuals who have family members with brain...
I Can’t Hear You: How Our Oceans are Slowly Getting Noisier
New research reveals that oceans are getting noisier in some areas, making it harder for fish to communicate.
Watch Iron Beam Drone Killing Laser in Action
Video From Latest Test Shows System is Finally Ready for Deployment
Video From Latest Test Shows System is Finally Ready for Deployment
A video tweeted out by the Israeli prime minister shows their Iron Beam laser system blasting an unpiloted drone from the sky.
Perseverance Starts Year-Long River Delta Life Hunt
Delta Considered Likeliest Place for Rover to Find Signs of Ancient Microbial Life
Delta Considered Likeliest Place for Rover to Find Signs of Ancient Microbial Life
NASA’s Perseverance rover is about to spend the next year hunting an ancient river delta for signs of Martian life.
New Research Suggests that Green Spaces Can Promote Peace Over War
Green spaces like parks or fields can help boost individual psychology and may help promote peace in a war-torn area.
Odds Increasing for Life on Jupiter’s Moon Europa
Features found on Jupiter’s moon Europa may dramatically increase the chances of finding life within its sub-surface oceans.
Magic Mushrooms May Help Stop Opioid Addiction, New Research Suggests
Psilocybin, a compound found in magic mushrooms, may be helpful in helping individuals overcome opioid addiction.
Corporate Secrets and Competition at CERN: How Knowledge Leaks Happen
Competition is a normal occurrence within most workplaces. Whether employees are competing over sales, office supplies, or potential clients, some competition can be a good thing. However, when there is too much competition, things can quickly go downhill. Recently, one...
Group Preparing to Send Messages to TRAPPIST-1
A group known as Messaging Extraterrestrial Intelligence (METI) is preparing to send digital messages to the Trappist-1 exoplanet system.
Electric Cars May Be Able to Power Your Home, But Not Yet
Electric cars are becoming more popular, but they're not yet able to power your home... and science gives us the reason why.
Go Big Brained or Go Home: The Secret to Parrots’ Long Lives in Brain Size
New research suggests that a parrot's large brain size may also help researchers explain their lengthy lifespan.
Worth a Shot: Jose Cuervo Tequila is Coming to the Metaverse
Jose Cuervo, a big name in tequila, has announced a metaverse distillery, the first of its kind, launching in the summer.
Natal Attractions: Unlocking the Psychology of Pregnancy Cravings
New research from the University of Barcelona sheds light on the psychology of pregnancy cravings.
You Literally Are What You Eat, According to New Research
Research from Texas A&M University reveals a link between the gut microbiome and an individual's moods.
Filtered Faces: How the Selfie is Driving Up Requests for Plastic Surgery
New research suggests that individuals using a selfie to distort how they look can drive them to want plastic surgery.
Good News for Avocado Lovers: New Research links Avocados to a Lower Risk of Heart Disease
New research suggests that a higher serving of avocados could significantly lower your risk of heart disease.
Co-offenders Likely to Commit Violence Against One Another
New research indicates that criminal gang members who work together are likely to commit violence against one another in the future.
Public Perception Around GMOs is Becoming More Positive, New Study Says
A new study on GMO foods shows that the general public is becoming more positive toward the science behind their production.
This Tech Could Provide Humans Full Color Night Vision
Researchers have used infrared (IR) imaging and machine learning to turn monochromatic “night vision” images into their actual colors.
Air Force Finally Building THOR’s Hammer
The United States Air Force is building a working prototype of its anti-drone weapon system known as THOR's hammer.
Martian ‘A.I.-Biker’ Rovers Could Swarm Red Planet
Two-wheeled Martian rovers designed to work independently and as a team may one day search the planet’s surface like a swarm of AI-bikers.
Could CBD Be A Safer Alternative to Opioids?
New research suggests that CBD compounds may be better painkillers than common varieties, and with fewer negative side effects.
Newly Discovered Martian Ice Craters Reveal More History of the Planet
Researchers from the American Geophysical Union look into newly discovered ice caps on Mars to learn more about the planet's beginnings.
A New Smart Material Inspired by Squid Skin Could Keep Your Coffee Warm
Researchers at UC Irvine have developed a new smart material for heat insulation that was inspired by squid skin.
Tech Talk #6: UFO Hunting Gear
Hosts Josh Rutledge and Stefan Gearhart highlight the tech gear everyone should have when going on a UFO hunt.
Is Spider-Man’s ‘Spidey Sense’ a Real Phenomenon?
The Key May Lie in Sensing Vibrations
The Key May Lie in Sensing Vibrations
Research into the ability of spiders to detect sound waves using their webs seems to indicate spidey sense may be a real thing after all.
CRISPR Gene-Editing Technology Could Create Hypoallergenic Cats and Designer Dogs
Scientists at the company InBio are using CRISPR gene-editing to try and create the world's first hypoallergenic cat.
COSMIC SETI is Going Large in the Search for Technosignatures
After decades of scanning the heavens for technosignatures, the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI) is about to go large.
Our Next Pain Killers Could Come from Cone Snails
New research suggests a unique protein found within cone snails could be helpful in producing pain relievers.
Water Plasma Space Thruster Passes Key Test
Company Hopes to Begin Space Deployment of Unique Propulsion System This Year
Company Hopes to Begin Space Deployment of Unique Propulsion System This Year
Space startup Momentus says their Vigoride water plasma thruster has successfully completed thermal vacuum (TVAC) testing.
Telescopes are Producing a Significant Amount of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
A recent study by astronomers shows how telescopes and their corresponding observatories emit significant amounts of greenhouse gas.
Did MIT Scientists Invent a Tool That Can Predict the Future?
MIT researchers say they have developed a simple tool that can help time-series data analysts predict the future.
Ice Volcanoes Make Pluto Target in Search for E.T.
Ice volcanoes spotted on Pluto’s surface mean conditions may exist within the dwarf planet to support extraterrestrial life.
What Are ‘Digital Drugs’ and Who is Using Them?
Researchers have found that people are increasingly using digital drugs for a wide range of reasons, including reported drug-like effects.
Windy Weather Brings Social Media Users Together: A New Tornado Warning System
As experts predict more extreme weather due to climate change, social media is proving to be an effective warning system.