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Unveiling the Mysteries of the Runner’s High: The Neuroscience Behind the Euphoria

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The “runner’s high” phenomenon has long divided enthusiasts into two camps: fervent believers and adamant skeptics. While not everyone experiences a euphoric rush following vigorous exercise, the runner’s high is tangible. But what sparks this sensation? And for those who haven’t encountered it, is there still hope? Defining the Runner’s High The runner’s high refers to a […]

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AI robots can Now Self-Repair Other Bots

Robotics, Science /

In January, researchers demonstrated the culinary abilities of an open-source Aloha housekeeping robot. Now, the Unleashed project tackles tasks like tying shoelaces, hanging shirts, and even repairing other robots. The Aloha Unleashed initiative involves Stanford Ph.D. student Tony Z. Zhao and Assistant Professor Chelsea Finn from the Mobile Aloha team, collaborating with roboticists from the

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Goodbye, Atlas, the Agile, Spinning Robot Wonder

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After nearly a decade of remarkable accomplishments, Boston Dynamics has bid goodbye to Atlas, the world’s most innovative and groundbreaking humanoid robot. New Atlas has closely tracked Atlas’ advancements over the years. Starting in 2015, when an enhanced, untethered Atlas was the highlight of that year’s Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Robotics Challenge, to

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Hugs Ease Pain, Anxiety, and Depression, Science Finds

Healthcare, Neuroscience, Science /

You might have suspected it, and now science confirms: Hugs benefit both physical and mental health. A recent review of 212 studies reveals that hugs and other forms of physical touch offer health benefits across all age groups. Pooling the results of numerous studies, researchers from Ruhr University Bochum in Germany and the Netherlands Institute

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Asteroid-Hopping Robot Passes Zero G Airplane Test

Robotics, Science /

A robot with three legs might soon traverse asteroid surfaces, seeking valuable minerals. Named SpaceHopper, the robot recently underwent testing during a zero-gravity aircraft flight. The SpaceHopper initiative took flight two and a half years ago, originating as a student research endeavor at ETH Zurich University in Switzerland. Exploring Low-Gravity Celestial Bodies Its goal is

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Teaching Humanoids to Take over Manual Labor Duties

Robotics, Tech /

Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) scientists have created H2O – Human2HumanOid – a reinforcement learning system enabling a life-sized humanoid robot to be remotely controlled by a human in real-time using just an RGB camera. This raises the question: could manual labor be conducted from afar in the near future? Overcoming Challenges in Full-Body Control of

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Stunning Brain Scans Captured by World’s Most Powerful MRI

Medicine, Neuroscience, Science /

The world’s most powerful MRI machine has begun to demonstrate its capabilities by conducting scans of living human brains. These images offer an ultra-high-resolution view of the brain, aiding in our comprehension of consciousness and the treatment of neurodegenerative conditions. Created by the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA), the Iseult MRI machine

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Newer Generations with Larger Brains are Influencing Dementia

Biology, Evolution, Neuroscience, Science /

Larger brain size indicates enhanced brain health and cognitive abilities. Since the 1930s, there has been a consistent increase in brain size. A recent study highlights the implications of this growth on the likelihood of developing dementia, specifically Alzheimer’s disease. By 2020, more than 55 million people worldwide had dementia, with projections indicating a doubling

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Understanding True Hunger: The Benefits of Fasting

Healthcare, Medicine, Neuroscience, Science /

In today’s fast-paced world, our relationship with food has become complex. We often confuse psychological cravings with true physiological hunger, leading to overeating and unhealthy eating habits. However, there’s a powerful practice that can help us reconnect with our body’s natural signals and learn what true hunger really means: fasting. Differentiating Psychological Appetite and Physiological

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