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Microplastics Could Be Allies in Monitoring Sewage in Rivers

Environmental Science, Science /

Although people often associate microplastics with environmental hazards, researchers now propose that these particles can actually serve a useful role by helping detect sewage contamination in waterways. Turning a Weakness into a Strength One of the main concerns about microplastic pollution is their tendency to attract and carry harmful bacteria.However, researchers could harness this same […]

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Spectacular Cat-Sized Rat Caught On Video For The Very First Time

Biology, Science, Zoology /

A rare, large nocturnal rodent living in mountainous regions has been filmed and photographed for the first time — an impressive milestone for zoology, comparable to winning the scientific lottery. The animal had only been seen once in the past 30 years, with descriptions limited to a few museum specimens. Scientific expedition to uncover New

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World’s First Therapy to Reverse Spinal Cord Injury Enters Human Clinical Trial

Healthcare, Medicine /

A major breakthrough in spinal cord injury treatment is on the horizon. For the first time, a regenerative stem cell therapy has been authorized to begin a Phase I clinical trial, with the potential to address a condition that has, until now, had no cure. Global Regulatory Approval for Clinical Trial This week, the U.S.

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Watch: Lava Jets Shoot 1,000 Feet from Hawaii’s Kīlauea Volcano

Earth Science, Science, Volcanology /

Kīlauea, known as one of the world’s most active volcanoes, has erupted once again. Massive Lava Jet Reaches 1,000 Feet Since the end of last year, its crater has been intermittently shooting lava fountains, and on May 25, a jet of molten rock soared an impressive 300 meters (1,000 feet) into the air. The United

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Giant Megalodon’s Prey Finally Revealed — And It’s Not What We Thought

Biology, Plants & Animals, Science /

The massive Megalodon, one of the greatest predators of the Neogene period, ruled the oceans for about 20 million years before vanishing. During that time, it fed on virtually any marine creature large enough to become a meal. New Evidence Challenges Old Assumptions That’s the conclusion of a new study that analyzed fossilized Megalodon teeth

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A Hidden Pattern in Your Pulse Could Signal Future Cognitive Decline

Healthcare, Medicine /

Slight variations in a person’s heart rate may provide important clues about the likelihood of cognitive decline in the coming years, according to a new study. This finding points to a potential quick and easy test to detect early cognitive changes. Understanding and Preventing Cognitive Impairment Detecting when and how cognitive decline begins is a

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How Light Travels Across the Universe Without Losing Energy

Planetary Science, Space & Environment /

One evening in my light-polluted San Diego backyard, I had my telescope set up for astrophotography and aimed it at an incredibly distant galaxy. As the first image appeared on my tablet screen, my wife, Cristina, came over. “That’s the Pinwheel Galaxy,” I told her—named for its spiral shape and home to roughly a trillion

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Earth’s Core Contains a Vast Reservoir of Gold — And It’s Leaking Toward the Surface

Earth Science, Environmental Science /

Earth’s core holds an enormous amount of gold, and this precious metal is slowly making its way into the planet’s crust, according to a new study. Volcanic Rocks Reveal Traces of Precious Metals Researchers analyzed isotopes found in volcanic rocks that emerged from deep beneath the lithosphere and identified traces of precious metals — including

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Why We Tend to Trust Those Who Were Raised with Less

Psychology, Social /

According to a study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, people are more inclined to trust those who grew up with limited financial means than those who attended private schools or took European vacations. “Trust is a cornerstone of healthy relationships—without it, romantic bonds can break down, workplace dynamics can suffer, and

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