People and pups have a bond that inspires idioms, artwork and oodles of shareable internet videos. With an affinity that strong, you’d think humans were pretty good at understanding dogs. Well, apparently not.
At least, that’s according to a recent study by researchers at Arizona State…
Pi is an irrational number, and like some irrational people it just goes on and on. What is it with this crazy, crucial number?
Astronomy lovers in America, get ready for a treat! In the early morning of March 14, a total lunar eclipse will be visible across the US. This type of eclipse happens when Earth blocks the light from the sun that normally illuminates the moon, resulting in it appearing deep red, as if it were…
Parkinson’s disease is the fastest growing neurodegenerative condition in the world, affecting over 10 million people globally. It is the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s, and currently, there is no cure. But thanks to a recent breakthrough, scientists hope that…
When was the last time you measured your waist-to-hip ratio? If you’re like most of us, probably never. But here’s a compelling reason to start.
A new study, published in Nutrition, Obesity and Exercise, suggests that this simple measurement may be linked to cognitive decline. Individuals with…
You slip into peaceful slumber, snuggled up in a bed that’s just the right temperature, only to wake up hours later drenched in sweat. Your pyjamas stick to your skin, the sheets are soaked, and suddenly, you’re wide awake. Confusion and worry set in: what’s going on?
Sweating is normal….
So the UK government signed two partnerships: one with BioNTech to provide 10,000 patients with access to personalized cancer treatments by 2030, and a 10-year investment with Moderna in an innovation and technology center with capacity to produce up to 250 million vaccines. The stars were…
In a frustrating quirk of evolution, our bodies are wired to conserve energy when food intake drops. While this adaptation might have kept our ancestors alive during times of scarcity, it also means that shedding those last few pounds before a summer holiday can feel like an uphill battle.
Now,…
On Jan. 28, 2024, Noland Arbaugh became the first person to receive a brain chip implant from Neuralink, the neurotechnology company owned by Elon Musk. The implant seemed to work: Arbaugh, who is paralyzed, learned to control a computer mouse with his mind and even to play online chess.
The…