Cambridge researchers discover why men never do housework
Cambridge philosophers seeking to answer age old questions around inequality in household labour have proposes a new theory.
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Joseph Shavit
Dec 23, 2022
Researchers discover the secrets of a good night's sleep
A good night's sleep can work wonders for both mind and body, but what is it that determines how much we need to sleep?
Joseph Shavit
Dec 22, 2022
Groundbreaking drug could prevent heart attacks and strokes
An antioxidant drug reverses atherosclerosis and could be used to prevent heart attacks and strokes due to clots, according to researchers.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 22, 2022
Groundbreaking study confirms that damaged nerves can be regenerated
Damaged nerves can be regenerated with the application of a frozen needle under advanced imaging guidance, according to a new study.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 22, 2022
Humans continue to evolve with the emergence of 155 new genes
Modern humans evolutionarily split from our chimpanzee ancestors nearly 7 million years ago, yet we are continuing to evolve.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 22, 2022
Porsche is replacing gasoline with eFuel made from CO2, water and wind energy
Many gas-powered vehicles will be on the roads for decades to come, and eFuels offer the owners a nearly carbon-neutral alternative.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 21, 2022
Lifting weights for as little as three seconds a day can have a major impact on muscle strength
39 healthy university students perform one muscle contraction at maximum effort for three seconds per day, for 5 days a week over 4 weeks.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 21, 2022
Cholesterol-lowering drugs can also fight cancer, study finds
Cancer patients rarely die from the primary tumor but rather from the metastases – even after successful tumor surgery.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 21, 2022
Researchers use machine learning to get a first-ever view of small molecules
A new machine learning model will help scientists identify small molecules, with applications in medicine and drug discovery.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 21, 2022
Groundbreaking battery powered by nuclear waste can last over 1,000 years
Radioactive diamond batteries were immediately acclaimed because they promised a new, cost-effective way of recycling nuclear waste.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 21, 2022
The climate and energy crises are leading to significant cardiovascular health problems
Both hot and cold environments trigger a stress response in the human body and can lead to cardiovascular problems, new research finds.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 20, 2022
Solar panel sucks 10 liters of drinking water per day out of the air
The SOURCE hydropanel arrays are now available in the US, where they work in almost every climate, and almost every day of the year.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 20, 2022
Scientists redefine obesity through discovery of two major subtypes
Scientists has identified two types of obesity with physiological and molecular differences that may have lifelong consequences for health.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 20, 2022
Scientists have finally identified the genetic cause of lupus
International team of researchers has identified DNA mutations in a gene that senses viral RNA, as a cause of the autoimmune disease lupus.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 20, 2022
Common mineral supplement found to prevent colds and reduce sick time
A new meta-analysis of 28 randomized controlled trials has now strengthened the notion that supplementing zinc could prevent symptoms.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 20, 2022
Transparent solar cell innovation generates power 1000x more efficiently
Solar panels often get a bad rap for spoiling the appearance of homes and businesses. Yet, this may be about to change.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 20, 2022
Novel 3D live hologram technology can save lives in field hospitals
3D holograms from your phone, television, or phone have been promised for decades but despite being of interest, have yet to materialize.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 20, 2022
Groundbreaking discovery opens the door to muscle regeneration
The fusion of myoblasts could make it possible to repair muscles damaged by diseases such as muscular dystrophy.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 19, 2022
Breakthrough solar technology pulls clean drinking water from the air, 24 hours a day
Communities near the ocean can desalinate sea water for fresh water, but doing so requires a large amount of energy and expense.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 19, 2022
Researchers identify the link between Alzheimers and gut health
A world-first study has confirmed the link between the two, which could lead to earlier detection and new potential treatments.
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