Science
Could hormones help treat some forms of anxiety and depression?
When standard therapies fail, hormonal imbalances may cause anxiety and depression. Hormonal interventions could potentially offer relief for these specific cases.
Astronomers have spotted an interstellar comet older than the Sun
Astronomers detected an interstellar comet older than the Sun, challenging emerging astronomical theories.
RFK junior wants to ban an ingredient in vaccines. Is he right?
RFK Jr. seeks to ban thimerosal, but research indicates the ingredient provides more benefits than risks, contradicting his stance.
AI is helping to design proteins from scratch
AI-driven de novo protein design creates engineered molecules to combat illnesses, aid pharmaceutical testing, and boost agricultural productivity.
A new project aims to synthesise a human chromosome
A new project aims to synthesize a human chromosome, potentially revolutionizing medicine through the tools developed during the initiative.
How sea slugs give themselves superpowers
Sea slugs possess unique abilities that may benefit humans. Their peculiar tricks hold potential for future applications.
Is being bilingual good for your brain?
Bilingualism offers tangible cognitive benefits, though the extent of these advantages remains a subject of ongoing scientific debate.
Distrust in public-health institutions is not just an American problem
Distrust in public-health institutions is a global issue, not just American, fueled by politics across wealthy nations.
Scientists have created healthy, fertile mice with two fathers
Scientists created healthy, fertile mice with two fathers. However, human children with two male parents remain distant.
Killer whales appear to craft their own tools
A specific killer whale pod uses kelp strands as tools to scrub their skin, suggesting they craft their own implements.
A new telescope will find billions of asteroids, galaxies and stars
The Vera Rubin Observatory will detect billions of celestial bodies, offering unprecedented detail. This leap forward significantly advances our understanding of the cosmos.
Do longevity drugs work?
Animal research suggests rapamycin matches the benefits of extended fasting. However, its efficacy in humans remains unproven.
Climate change will hurt the richest farmers—and the poorest
Rising temperatures will reduce agricultural output, harming both the richest and poorest farmers despite adaptation efforts.
How to find the smartest AI
Engineers design intricate challenges to identify the most advanced AI models, ensuring only top-tier systems can solve them.
Are China’s universities really the best in the world?
Nature’s ranking confirms China’s universities are among the world’s best. However, this specific metric doesn’t definitively prove they are the absolute finest globally.
Meet the moths that use the stars to find their way
Moths navigate using starlight, a skill previously thought exclusive to humans and certain birds. This discovery reveals their remarkable celestial orientation abilities.
The world needs to understand the deep oceans better
Understanding the deep oceans is crucial for implementing effective conservation measures. Without this knowledge, we cannot properly protect these vital ecosystems.
Is the “manopause” real?
“Manopause” is not a real medical condition comparable to menopause. If it exists, it bears no resemblance to the female experience.
A routine test for fetal abnormalities could improve a mother’s health
Routine fetal anomaly screenings may improve maternal health by identifying pre-eclampsia and predicting premature deliveries.
How to stop swarms of drones? Blast them with microwaves
The U.S. military is deploying microwave pulses to counter drone swarms. This technology aims to disable incoming drones effectively.