The brain remains one of the least understood organs, with many open questions—especially about how it organizes the information we rely on in everyday life. A new study led by the University of Coimbra sheds light on how the brain represents objects we use daily. The findings show the brain organizes object information into continuous […]
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Robots from across the globe gathered in Silicon Valley to showcase a possible vision of the future. Two robots used orange-tipped claws to pick up T-shirts, folding and stacking them neatly. A small, cheerful robot with bright eyes formed a heart with its mechanical hands, while another tiny robot wearing a bear hat threw playful
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A study by two physicists at the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) found that, on average, clocks on Mars run about 477 microseconds faster per day than those on Earth. Although this time difference remains extremely small, it can significantly impact efforts to synchronize clocks precisely between Earth, the Moon, and Mars.
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A group of chemists has unveiled a new way to convert used cooking oil into high-strength, fully recyclable plastics that can bond metal surfaces and even pull a car. Their research, published November 28 in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, highlights a sustainable approach to turning a widely discarded waste product into durable
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Recent studies show that chemicals in everyday plastics may silently cause long-term health issues. Early-life exposure has been associated with obesity, infertility, and cognitive impairments. Researchers note that while minor lifestyle adjustments can help, long-term protection will demand decisive global measures. Growing Worries Over Early-Life Plastic Exposure Experts at NYU Langone Health warn that exposure
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By integrating expertise in chemistry, physics, biology, and engineering, researchers at McGill University created a robust biomaterial capable of repairing the heart, muscles, and vocal cords, marking a significant breakthrough in regenerative medicine. “Recovery after heart damage is often prolonged and complex. Repair is difficult because the tissue must endure constant motion from the beating
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A newly developed hydrogel may provide a durable, minimally invasive treatment for vocal cord injuries. Scientists at McGill University have created a novel hydrogel that could potentially repair damaged vocal cords. Initial findings indicate the material might provide a more durable treatment for those who experience voice loss due to injury. Scarring of the vocal
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Scientists have developed an unusual material that can be rigid when necessary yet soft and moldable when needed. What makes it remarkable is that tiny robots work together to form it, rather than using a traditional material. Tiny Robots That Act Like a Living Material While it may sound like science fiction, the concept is
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High-intensity interval training is more effective than standard home exercise at improving fitness in patients with inflammatory muscle disease. A new eBioMedicine study from Karolinska Institutet reports that high-intensity interval training leads to greater gains in physical fitness and muscle endurance than standard home-based exercise in people recently diagnosed with inflammatory muscle disease. Idiopathic inflammatory
Computers are increasingly able to understand human behavior—and now they can do so by examining how people move their eyes. Researchers led by the Max Planck Institute for Informatics have created an AI-based software system that infers personality traits by analyzing eye movement patterns. Just as humans instinctively form impressions of others based on visual
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