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Concerns Rise Over Brain Health in Contact Sports

Deadly Heart Diseases Linked to Gene Mutations

Scientists Advance Treatment for Shiga Toxin E. coli

Psychiatrist Alastair Santhouse's Memoir: A Student's Soviet Encounter

Psoriatic Arthritis Diagnosis Delays Cause Health Damage

Heart Disease: Leading Cause of Death in Women

Growing Public Awareness: Alcohol Consumption Linked to Cancer

Revolutionizing Medicine: 3D Printing's Impact on Healthcare

Job Cuts at NIOSH Threaten Worker Safety

Study Reveals No Health Benefit in Limiting Fluid Intake

Push to Restore Higher-Fat Milk in School Meals

Study Reveals IL-7's Role in Boosting Immunity

Innovative Method by Tel Aviv University for Cell Behavior

Study Reveals Impact of Armed Conflict on Pediatric Cancer

Study: Pregnancy May Reduce Risk of Long COVID

New Research: Gastric Bypass Tops Obesity Surgery

Scientists Warn: Mpox Poses Global Health Threat

Youth Justice System Contact Linked to Higher Mortality

Protein Intake: Key for Fitness, Muscle Building & Weight Management

Preventing Exercise-Induced Headaches: Hydration Tips

The Power of Music on Memory and Brain Activation

Scientists Uncover Details on Deadly Heart Condition

Maternal Inflammation Linked to Infant Neurodevelopment

Researchers Discover Potential Way to Prevent THC-Related Birth Complications

Breakthrough Treatment Developed to Restore Lost Vision

Metal Particles from Joint Implants Reach Central Nervous System

Gastric Cancer: Global Impact and Detection Challenges

New Tool Predicts Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Response to CAR T Therapy

New Alzheimer's Disease Treatment Developed in Spain

FDA Proposes Rule to Limit Nicotine in Tobacco Products

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Climate Change Impact on Global Economy Underestimated

Impact of Legalized Recreational Cannabis on Canadians

Umeå University Study: Omicron Variant's Stronger Lung Cell Binding

City's Accommodation for All: Understanding Inclusivity

Study Shows Trainee Teachers in England Excel in Early Reading Skills

Study Refines Best Practices for Growing Atlantic Sea Scallops

Tower Hamlets Resident Frustrated Over Lack of Composting

Lichen Species Survive Mars-Like Conditions

New Drug Blocks Staphylococcus Aureus Toxin

Discovery of World's Smallest Territorial Critters

Decline of American Kestrel: Northeast Survival Puzzle

Impact of PET Glitter Microplastics on Marine Biomineralization

Eromanga Welcomes Freshwater Ocean

"Duckweed: A Versatile Soil Enricher and Fuel Source"

Controlling Light Emission for Quantum Communication

Australia's Horse Racing Industry Under Scrutiny for Tranquilizer Use

Van Gogh's "Starry Night" Not a Masterpiece of Flow Physics

Vast Fungal Networks: Ecosystem Lifelines

Smaller, Smarter Stone Tools in Middle Paleolithic

Researchers Urge Increased Funding for Crop Disease Surveillance

Russian-Backed Propaganda Outlet Utilizes AI for Increased Production

Rutgers-Led Team Creates Exotic Quantum Structure

"Key Protein Plk1: Target for Cancer Therapies"

Study Reveals Deteriorating Incomes of Australian Visual Artists

Border Barriers Harming Wildlife, Risking Extinction

Understanding the Broad Scope of Election Interference

Research Focus: Replacing Animal Protein with Sustainable Alternatives

Study Reveals Key to Happiness Beyond Chasing Goals

University of Queensland Research Reveals Secrets to Business Resilience

Biodegradable Soil Sensors Enhance Crop Yields

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Myanmar Earthquakes: Urgent Call for Preparedness

NYC Speed Cameras Cut Crashes: Study

UK Government Commits £20 Million for Commercial Drone Services

New Battery Manufacturing Process Boosts EV Performance

Ford Reports Slight Drop in Q1 US Sales

Spanish-Born Scientist Explores Ocean Life in California

Decoding Neural Networks: MIT Team Unveils Key Insights

Images Flood Social Media with Studio Ghibli Aesthetic

AI Giants Utilize Vast Datasets for Training

International Team Develops High-Energy Mechanical Metamaterials

Innovative Carbon Fiber Applications: Low-Cost Feedstock Development

Satya Nadella Transforms Microsoft's Tech Image

Perovskite Solar Cells: Lightweight, Flexible, Cost-Effective

Cornell Study Reveals Optimal Supersonic Bonding

Study Reveals High Failure Rate of Blockchain Initiatives

"Seattle Kids Revolutionize Tech Industry 50 Years Ago"

Geothermal Potential in New Zealand's North Island

Top 5th Generation Fighter Jets Unveiled

Fears of AI Bubble Hit Nasdaq 100

New Sustainable Lithium Recovery Tech Developed by University Scientists

Cryptocurrency Backing by Trump & Milei Costs Billions

Chemists Discover Breakthrough in Battery Interface Analysis

Paris Prosecutors Seek Justice for French Consumers in Volkswagen Dieselgate Scandal

Openai Unveils Open Generative Ai Model Amid Rising Competition

FTC Warns 23andMe on Personal Data Protection

Openai Raises $40 Billion, Valued at $300 Billion

Carmakers Face Tough Decisions Amid US Tariffs

Efficient Spare Parts Delivery Model Cuts Costs by Half

Researchers Develop Novel Organic Solar Cells

Satellite Captures Mandalay After 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake

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Monday, 14 October 2019

Fire blankets can protect buildings from wildfires

Wrapping a building in a fire-protective blanket is a viable way of protecting it against wildfires, finds the first study to scientifically assesses this method of defense.

Rare 'itinerant breeding' behavior revealed in California bird

Reproduction and migration are the two most demanding tasks in a bird's life, and the vast majority of species separate them into different times of the year. Only two bird species have been shown to undertake what scientists call "itinerant breeding": nesting in one area, migrating to another region, and nesting again there within the same year, to take advantage of shifting food resources. New research just published in The Auk: Ornithological Advances provides strong evidence that a third bird species takes on this unusual challenge—the Phainopepla, a unique bird found in the southwestern U.S. and the northernmost member of an otherwise tropical family.

Handwashing robot helps schoolkids make a clean break with bad habits

A robot which encourages kids to wash their hands has helped pupils at a remote Indian primary school take a fresh approach to hygiene.

Introduce standard units for cannabis to improve mental health

New findings suggest that introducing 'standard units' for cannabis could improve people's mental health.

Survey identifies a growing need to hire data analysts for government jobs

As public agencies across the nation increasingly rely on data to improve operations, the market for careers in the field of data analytics is expected to expand in federal, state, and local governments over the next two years, according to a new survey conducted by Johns Hopkins University and two partners, REI Systems and ACT-IAC.

Group behind Facebook's Libra coin push meet in Geneva

The Libra Association, created by Facebook to launch its new cryptocurrency, kicked off its first council meeting in Geneva on Monday, despite defections by previous supporters like Visa and Mastercard.

Faster video recognition for the smartphone era

A branch of machine learning called deep learning has helped computers surpass humans at well-defined visual tasks like reading medical scans, but as the technology expands into interpreting videos and real-world events, the models are getting larger and more computationally intensive.

Advanced ovarian cancer treatment approved

A targeted treatment for advanced ovarian cancer has been approved for use on the NHS in England and will be paid for by the Cancer Drugs Fund.

Four-day working week movement gathers momentum

A four-day working week continues to gain favor, says Head of Work and Pay at the New Economics Foundation think tank in the UK, Alice Martin, speaking ahead of her appearance at Swinburne's Society 4.0 Conference.

Fast food leads to slow testosterone

Obese men hoping to sire children—beware. Obesity is known to be associated with impaired testicular function, potentially resulting in androgen deficiency and sub-fertility. Now it is clear that fast food meals consumed by obese or overweight men have an immediate negative impact on testicular performance and testosterone production.

Esther Duflo: French specialist in combatting poverty

Esther Duflo, one of three people awarded the Nobel Economics Prize on Monday, is a high-profile academic feted in the United States and her home country France for her hands-on approach to studying how people can escape the poverty trap.

Trio win Nobel Economics Prize for work on poverty

A trio of American economists on Monday won the Nobel Economics Prize for their work in the fight against poverty, including with new approaches in education and healthcare, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences said.

Philippines begins mass vaccinations after polio returns

Parents lined up from sunrise holding sleeping infants as the Philippines launched a campaign on Monday to vaccinate millions of children against polio, which has re-emerged nearly two decades after the nation's last cases.

Scientists have first 3-D view of life's processes in liquid

A new liquid-cell technology allows scientists to see living biological materials and systems in three dimensions under an electron microscope, according to researchers at Penn State, Virginia Tech and Protochips Inc.

Blue light isn't the main source of eye fatigue and sleep loss—it's your computer

Blue light has gotten a bad rap, getting blamed for loss of sleep and eye damage. Personal electronic devices emit more blue light than any other color. Blue light has a short wavelength, which means that it is high-energy and can damage the delicate tissues of the eye. It can also pass through the eye to the retina, the collection of neurons that converts light into the signals that are the foundation of sight.

Locally sourced power may be the answer for vulnerable energy grid

This week, the Pacific Gas and Electric Company took the unprecedented step of cutting power to nearly 750,000 Northern California customers, including much of the UC Berkeley campus, in an effort to mitigate the risk that active transmission lines could spark a wildfire during dry and windy conditions.

Research team develops new genetic-based epilepsy risk scores

An international team of researchers led by Cleveland Clinic has developed new genetic-based epilepsy risk scores which may lay the foundation for a more personalized method of epilepsy diagnosis and treatment. This analysis is the largest study of epilepsy genetics to date, as well as the largest study of epilepsy using human samples.

Guam avoids severe coral bleaching predicted for this year

Official say vulnerable coral reefs on Guam have not experienced severe bleaching that was predicted for this year.

Southern California blazes show signs of slowing

Wildfires raging across southern California showed signs of slowing Sunday, as firefighters contained nearly half of the biggest blaze.

US 'medical tourists' seek cheap health care abroad

When Veronica Merrill decided to undergo stomach surgery for weight loss, she found two options: pay $12,000 at home in the United States, or have it done in Mexico for $4,000.

Video captures whale bubble-net feeding

University of Hawai'i at Mānoa's Marine Mammal Research Program (MMRP) researchers and key collaborators captured amazing whale's-point-of-view and aerial drone video of humpback whale bubble-net feeding. It's one component of a project investigating causes of a possible decline in humpback whale numbers

Nobel awards season comes to an end with economics prize

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences will announce the last Nobel winner later Monday, when it awards its prestigious economics prize.

For low-risk thyroid cancer patients, less may be more for post-surgery surveillance

Not all patients feel the same way about medical treatment.

New brain research could change how concussions are treated

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI), including concussions, can be caused by anything from sports injuries to battlefield trauma. And they can have fatal or lasting effects. The results of a severe concussion—problems with thinking, memory, movement, emotions—are clear. The causes, or underlying pathological mechanisms, were not.

Pioneering clinical trial to treat psychosis in Parkinson's patients using cannabidiol

A pioneering clinical trial will investigate the use of cannabidiol (CBD) - a compound found in the cannabis plant—in people with Parkinson's-related psychosis.

Self-reported suicide attempts rising in black teens as other groups decline

Adding to what is known about the growing crisis of suicide among American teens, a team led by researchers at the McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy and Research at New York University have uncovered several troubling trends during the period of 1991-2017, among Black high school students in particular.