A recent study sheds light on how video gaming can affect young adults' health. The focus is on the number of hours spent gaming and its impact on diet, sleep, and weight. Researchers found that playing video games for more than 10 hours a week can lead to poorer health outcomes. The study involved
Science is not just about big discoveries. It's also about the process. A philosopher makes a strong case for this idea. Science often gets attention for big breakthroughs. But what about the everyday work? A philosopher says this work is just as important. It's not just about the results. It's abo
Microplastics are everywhere. They're in our food, our water, and even inside our bodies. But how much do we really know about them? Recent studies have made big claims about microplastics being found in our brains, hearts, and other organs. But are these findings as solid as they seem? Some expert
Life doesn't always need big changes to get better. New findings show that tiny, everyday tweaks can add up to big health benefits. Researchers from the University of Sydney looked at over 59, 000 older adults. They tracked sleep, movement, and diet for a week. The results? Small improvements in the
Frogs are in big trouble. They are dying because of a nasty fungus called chytridiomycosis. But there is some good news. Scientists found a new way to help them. They used a medicine called voriconazole. It is better than the old medicine because it is less harmful. Two types of frogs were in dange
The T. rex, the mighty king of dinosaurs, took its time to grow up. Scientists have known for a while that these giants lived up to 30 years. But now, new research shows that they took even longer to reach their full size. It turns out, the T. rex was a slow grower, taking around 35 to 40 years to b
The U. S. government has a history of investing in university research, which has led to groundbreaking discoveries. One such success story is the development of HIV treatments. However, a recent proposal by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick could jeopardize this progress. Lutnick argues that taxpa
Data is like a puzzle piece. It can be used to solve big problems. But what if researchers keep their data to themselves? Progress slows down. That's why the National Cancer Institute (NCI) created the Paul Fearn Award. It celebrates researchers who share their data openly. This is not just about sh
Dr. Toby Kiers, a leading evolutionary biologist, has been awarded the prestigious Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement. This honor is often called the "Nobel Prize for the Environment. " At the same time, her non-profit organization, SPUN, is launching a new project called "Underground Advocat
The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has made a surprising U-turn. They decided to bring back workers who were recently fired from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). This agency plays a big role in keeping workers safe, especially those in risky job
