Imagine a group of young men, aged between 20 and 31. They embarked on a journey of running that lasted seven weeks. The aim was simple: to see if regular exercise could affect their mood and change the structure of their brain. Scientists measured how much oxygen they could take in while running (
You might think using sting operations to unveil fake research is a good idea, right? Wrong! It's like fighting fire with fire, and it can cause more harm than good. Biomedical research depends heavily on trust, both from fellow scientists and the public. When researchers cook up false claims, they
Imagine tiny creatures that can slip past our natural defenses as if they weren't even there. These aren't any ordinary bacteria—they're made of mirrored molecules, crafted by scientists themselves. While they're not naturally found, these mirror microbes could pose a significant threat if they ever
In a surprising move, U. S. President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Kari Lake, a former Arizona journalist and political ally, to lead the Voice of America (VOA), a global broadcaster funded by the U. S. government. Lake, known for her support of "America First" policies, left journalism in 2021 to
Phosphorescent materials that glow at room temperature, known as RTP materials, have been a hot topic in research. These materials can provide clear images of the body, fight tumors, and kill bacteria all thanks to their unique properties. They have a high signal-to-noise ratio and can produce a lot
You might be curious about how marijuana use affects the mental health of adults in the US. Researchers set out to discover if there's a link between using marijuana and experiencing serious psychological distress (SPD). They looked at a big group of people from all around the country to find out.
In a surprising move, President Joe Biden has decided to cut short the prison sentences of two infamous Chicago-area fraudsters. Rita Crundwell, former comptroller of Dixon, and Eric Bloom, ex-head of Sentinel Management Group, were among the lucky ones whose sentences were commuted. This decision w
What if a tiny microbe could turn into a global threat? This is what hundreds of biologists are worrying about. They claim that in the next few decades, scientists might create a dangerous microorganism. This microbe could start a pandemic that's impossible to stop. Crop fields might turn into waste
You know that feeling when a TV show makes you laugh out loud one moment and reach for tissues the next? Shows like "Shrinking" and "A Man on the Inside" do exactly that. They take you on an emotional rollercoaster. But did you know this isn't just entertaining? It's actually giving your brain a goo
Scientists have discovered that stars similar to our Sun experience massive explosions called superflares about once every century. By studying 56, 000 Sun-like stars, researchers found that nearly 3, 000 of them had experienced these powerful outbursts. Although the Sun hasn’t had a recorded superf
