Even in the best of times, long-term observations can be very fragile. It is difficult to convince funding agencies to put money into long-term observations because, by definition, they are continuations; they have been done before. Most funding entities, from science agencies to philanthropic…
Category: 7. SciTech
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Diabetes Is Rising in Africa. Could It Lead to New Breakthroughs?
Chikowore says there are many possible explanations for this, ranging from as yet undiscovered genetic variants to the physiological structure of the pancreas. The latter theory arises from research carried out in East Africa, which found that some men develop type 2 diabetes despite having a…
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Wooden spears found in a German coal mine could change the history of human hunting
Ancient wooden spears unearthed over two decades ago in a German coal mine may be younger than previously thought, potentially shifting our…
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Here’s what actually causes high cholesterol (and how to cut it)
Cholesterol has a bit of an image problem. The substance flowing throughout our bodies is painted with the brush of a dangerous fat, clogging our arteries and potentially putting us at risk of heart disease and stroke.
However, that’s only half the picture. Yes, cholesterol is a fat-like…
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New study suggests Alzheimer’s may be reversible
For decades, Alzheimer’s disease has been seen as a one-way road, a slow but inevitable decline in memory and thinking. But new research out of Harvard is beginning to challenge that assumption. A 2024 study suggests that with targeted lifestyle changes, it may be possible to reverse…
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New study says more than 99% of the deep sea is still a mystery
A new study claims that we know more about the surface of Mars than we do about our own oceans. Despite covering over 70% of Earth’s surface, the vast majority of the deep sea remains unexplored. In fact, scientists have now revealed that humans have directly observed less than…
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Trump’s Surgeon General Pick Is Tearing the MAHA Movement Apart
Means’ nomination was announced on Wednesday after Trump withdrew his nomination of Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, a former Fox News contributor whose résumé has been questioned in recent weeks.
“Casey has impeccable ‘MAHA’ credentials, and will work closely with our wonderful Secretary of…
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How to get better at snooker… with physics
The 2025 World Snooker Championship recently wrapped up, with China’s Zhao Xintong beating former champion Mark Williams in the final to become his country’s first world champion. However, earlier in…
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A natural alternative to Ozempic may have just been discovered
Ozempic has gained fame as a powerful drug for controlling blood sugar and curbing cravings as a weight loss drug. But what if the body had its own built-in version? New research suggests it just might. Scientists have identified a gut microbe that could serve as a natural Ozempic,…
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Chimpanzee study reveals musical secrets of humans’ ancient ancestor
Chimpanzees drum on tree trunks with regular rhythms, suggesting rhythmic drumming may predate humans, a new study reveals.
This discovery…
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