An algal bloom in South Australia has caused mass deaths of many species since March – now researchers warn that leafy and weedy seadragons could be facing the threat of extinction An algal bloom in South Australia has caused mass deaths of many species since March – now researchers warn that leafy and weedy seadragons …
Thousands of seadragons are dying in Australia’s toxic algal bloom Read More »
Textbooks say that mitochondria exist to supply cells with energy, but experiments in fruit flies suggest they are also involved in sleep Textbooks say that mitochondria exist to supply cells with energy, but experiments in fruit flies suggest they are also involved in sleep Textbooks say that mitochondria exist to supply cells with energy, but experiments …
Our brain’s mitochondria may play a crucial role in the onset of sleep Read More »
Even if you’re cramming your workouts into the weekend, you might be doing your heart a big favor—especially if you have diabetes. A large study of over 50,000 adults with diabetes found that both “weekend warriors” and those who spread out their exercise during the week saw significant reductions in all-cause and cardiovascular mortality risks. …
Just two workouts a week could cut heart death risk by 33% in diabetics Read More »
Midday seems to be the optimal time to take an oral exam at university, which could be due to students not generally being early risers Midday seems to be the optimal time to take an oral exam at university, which could be due to students not generally being early risers Midday seems to be the optimal …
The time you take an oral exam could affect whether you pass or fail Read More »
Mango lovers and growers alike may soon rejoice: scientists at Edith Cowan University have found that a simple dip in ozonated water can drastically extend the shelf life of mangoes by up to two weeks while reducing spoilage. This technique, called aqueous ozonation, helps prevent chilling injuries that typically occur during cold storage, a long-standing …
This 10-minute ozone hack keeps mangoes fresh for 28 days Read More »
Radiation therapy, once thought of mainly as a local cancer treatment, is now showing power to awaken the immune system in surprising ways. Researchers discovered that combining radiation with immunotherapy can transform stubborn, unresponsive lung tumors into targets for immune attack—especially those considered “cold” and typically resistant. This happens through a rare and poorly understood …
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Researchers in Australia have created a biodegradable gel that delivers Parkinson’s medications through a single weekly shot, replacing the need for multiple daily pills. Injected just under the skin, the gel steadily releases levodopa and carbidopa for seven days, helping keep tremors and stiffness in check while easing side effects linked to fluctuating doses. Researchers …
One shot, seven days: Long-acting levodopa gel tackles Parkinson’s tremors Read More »
Australian scientists have discovered a method to produce ammonia—an essential component in fertilizers—using only air and electricity. By mimicking lightning and channeling that energy through a small device, they’ve bypassed the traditional, fossil fuel-heavy method that’s been used for over a century. This breakthrough could lead to cleaner, cheaper fertilizer and even help power the …
A shocking new way to make ammonia, no fossil fuels needed Read More »
Scientists are on the trail of a mysterious five-particle structure that could challenge one of the biggest theories in physics: string theory. This rare particle—never seen before and predicted not to exist within string theory—might leave behind vanishing tracks in the Large Hadron Collider, like ghostly footprints that suddenly disappear. Spotting it wouldn’t just shake …
Can one vanishing particle shatter string theory — and explain dark matter? Read More »
Neanderthals living in two nearby caves in ancient Israel prepared their food in surprisingly different ways, according to new archaeological evidence. Despite using the same tools and hunting the same animals, they left behind distinct cut-mark patterns on bones—hints of cultural traditions passed down through generations. Neanderthals living in two nearby caves in ancient Israel …
Butchery clues reveal Neanderthals may have had “family recipes” Read More »