Could devices that never wear out ever become a reality?
It has long been human’s dream to create long-lasting and durable devices. However, ubiquitous wear hugely limits the life of products.
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Joseph Shavit
Sep 6, 2021
Turning cameras off during virtual meetings can reduce fatigue
More than a year after the pandemic resulted in many employees shifting to remote work, virtual meetings have become a familiar part of life
Joseph Shavit
Sep 6, 2021
Are genetic tests better than blood tests for cardiovascular diseases?
Determining an individual’s blood group based on genetic tests instead of traditional blood tests can provide a better picture of risks.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 5, 2021
Unified theory finally explains how materials transform from solids to liquids
Years of meticulous experimentation have paid off for researchers aiming to unify the physics that defines transition from solid to liquid.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 5, 2021
How likely are catastrophic supervolcano eruptions happening soon
Research teams that studied an ancient supervolcano in Indonesia found such volcanoes remain active and hazardous for thousands of years
Joshua Shavit
Sep 5, 2021
Struggling to learn a new language? Blame it on your brain
A study in patients with epilepsy is helping researchers understand how the brain manages the task of learning a new language
Joshua Shavit
Sep 5, 2021
Low-sodium salt prevents stroke
Replacing salt with a low-sodium alternative lowers the risk of stroke in people with high blood pressure or prior stroke.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 5, 2021
Beauty Premium - is there a link between physical attractiveness and income
Beauty premium is the notion that those who are more physically attractive tend to have a greater income. However, is it true?
Joshua Shavit
Sep 5, 2021
School day structure during off days benefit children’s health
Having a structured environment for children, whether during school days or when stuck in quarantine, could benefit children’s health.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 4, 2021
Surprising insights into the effects of screen time on tweens and teens
The quality of screen time has a greater impact on mental health than the number of hours spent online, study shows.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 4, 2021
Research shows that, one-on-one, humanoid robots can psych us out
Gaze is an extremely powerful and important signal during human-human communication and interaction informing about other's decisions.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 4, 2021
Do genetics control who our friends are?
Have you ever met someone you instantly liked, or at other times, someone who you knew immediately that you did not want to be friends with.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 4, 2021
How much energy do we need to achieve a decent life for all?
In the fight to eradicate poverty around the world and achieve decent living standards (DLS), having sufficient energy is a key requirement
Joshua Shavit
Sep 3, 2021
Master’s degrees lead to better employment prospects and higher salaries ... see how much
New research from HSE University has established the link between obtaining a master’s degree and success in the labour market.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 3, 2021
What young stars teach us about the birth of our solar system
The familiar star at the center of our solar system has had billions of years to mature and ultimately provide life-giving energy to us here
Joshua Shavit
Sep 3, 2021
Minimum wage hike shown to have a positive effect on consumers
Debate over raising the national minimum wage tends to focus on the negative impact it would have on employers, but consumers are bullish.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 3, 2021
An accidental discovery hints at a hidden population of cosmic objects
Brown dwarfs aren't quite stars and aren't quite planets, and a new study suggests there might be more lurking in our galaxy than known.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 2, 2021
Machine learning algorithm revolutionizes how scientists study behavior
To researchers the best way to understand the brain is to watch how organisms interact with the world.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 2, 2021
Study shows the importance of getting into the right mindset for work
Getting into the right mindset for work can set the tone for the rest of your day, and it's an especially beneficial practice for managers
Joshua Shavit
Sep 2, 2021
Scientists identify the part of the brain tied to experiencing religion and spirituality
A new study has identified a brain circuit that seems to mediate aspects of our personality responsible for religiosity and spirituality
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