People who leave religion often change their political views. This is not just a personal change. It affects how they see the world. Research shows that when people stop identifying with religion, they tend to become more liberal politically. This is called religious residue. It means that even after leaving religion, some aspects of it still influence them. Leaving...
Ever wondered how your nighttime phone habits stack up against others? A recent investigation dug into this, focusing on when people power down their devices before bed. The findings? It's not just about phones; it's about age too. Instead of measuring sleep directly, researchers tracked something else: the last time people used their phones at night. This "nocturna...
The Sculptor Galaxy, also called NGC 253, has been captured in a new light. It's a stunning display of cosmic artistry, thanks to the Very Large Telescope (VLT) in Chile. This telescope used a special tool called the Multi Unit Spectroscopic Explorer (MUSE) to snap a detailed picture of the galaxy. The image shows the galaxy in thousands of colors, revealing its comp...
A man from New Jersey passed away from a severe lung cancer that doctors suspect might be linked to his long-term use of e-cigarettes. This case is believed to be the first of its kind, raising serious questions about the safety of vaping. The man, who was 51 years old, had been vaping for over a decade after quitting traditional cigarettes in 2009. He first sought ...
The universe is full of surprises, and one of its biggest puzzles has finally been cracked. For a long time, scientists have known that ordinary matter, the stuff we can see and touch, makes up only a small part of the universe. But where is the rest of it? This question has baffled astronomers for decades. Now, a breakthrough has been made. A group of astronomers h...
A recent study has shed light on the potential benefits of arimoclomol for individuals with Niemann-Pick disease type C (NPC). This study, known as NPC-002, was a 12-month trial. It was designed to be double-blind and randomized, with a placebo group for comparison. The main goal was to see how arimoclomol affected the progression of NPC. The results were measured us...
Antarctica is much more than a frozen wasteland. It has a rich and complex history that scientists are only beginning to understand. Recent studies have revealed that the continent's ice sheets have a more dynamic past than previously thought. This new information comes from a team of researchers who studied a hidden mountain range in Antarctica. The Transan...
The long-beaked echidna was thought to be gone forever. This creature had not been seen in over 60 years. It was assumed to be extinct. However, recent findings have proven otherwise. This species of egg-laying mammal has been confirmed to be alive and well. The discovery was made in the Cyclops Mountains of Indonesia. This rugged rainforest is home to many uni...
In the year 2024, the Medical Nutrition Research Unit (MNRU) marks a significant milestone. It has been four decades since this unit was established. To honor this achievement, a special edition was created for the Mexican Institute of Social Security's Medical Journal. The goal was to share important insights with health professionals and the public. Two key areas o...
Scientists have found a peculiar compound in the atmosphere of a distant planet. This compound is dimethyl sulfide, or DMS, which is also responsible for the distinct smell of the sea on Earth. The planet in question, K2-18 b, is located about 124 light-years away in the constellation Leo. This discovery has sparked excitement and debate among researchers. T...