Credit: Canvas In high school math classes, play often disappears from the learning process. However, Kathy Sun is finding new ways to make math playful in high school. According to Sun, students usually focus on mastering procedures in math, rather than understanding math's broader contributions and community aspects. Sun, who is a researcher and professor at...
Researchers found that adopting a 5:2 intermittent fasting regimen – consuming normally for five days and abstaining from food for two – shielded against liver inflammation and did not lead to weight gain. They also pinpointed the proteins responsible for this protective effect.
An mRNA vaccine against glioblastoma, a deadly form of brain cancer, has shown promise in a new clinical trial Depositphotos Glioblastoma, among the deadliest cancers, has limited treatment options. However, a recent small-scale clinical trial showcased an mRNA vaccine that swiftly activates the immune system against tumors, showing encouraging outcomes. Glioblastoma stands as the predominant brain cancer...
Starliner awaiting launchBoeing Boeing canceled its attempt to send two astronauts into orbit. Technical issues with the oxygen release valve of the Centaur second stage of the Atlas V rocket led to the halt of the Starliner spacecraft's launch at 8:33 pm EDT. The launch of Starliner, initially scheduled for 10:34:14 pm EDT, was aborted after...
An artist's impression of the Ediacaran Period, a time when the Earth's magnetic field was at its weakest University of Rochester illustration / Michael Osadciw The Earth's magnetic field is crucial for supporting life as it shields the planet from the Sun's radiation, preventing sterilization. However, a recent study proposes that life as we know it...
Credit: Pixabay In recent years, advancements in robotics and AI have been substantial, yet we have not succeeded in creating robots that surpass the capabilities of nature's finest. New research delves into the fundamental reasons behind this phenomenon. Exploring Over a Hundred Studies Reveals a Crucial Integration Barrier in Advancing Robotics After examining over a hundred prior...
JWST captured a near-infrared image of the boundary of the Horsehead Nebula. (Credit: ESA/Webb, NASA, CSA, K. Misselt/University of Arizona, and A. Abergel/IAS/University Paris-Saclay/CNRS) A fresh perspective has just unveiled a renowned feature in our planet's sky. Mid- and near-infrared investigations conducted by the James Webb Space Telescope have revealed never-before-seen characteristics in the Horsehead Nebula...
Blue has become Natron Energy's signature color owing to the patented Prussian Blue electrons it uses for the fast, frequent transfer of sodium ions that underpin its claims of 10 times lithium-ion's cycling speeds and a 50,000-cycle lifespan Natron Energy In 2023, sodium-ion battery innovator Natron Energy was gearing up for large-scale production of its custom-designed...
Credit: Canvas Have you ever wondered what your brain could achieve if it worked at full capacity? You might have heard the myth that we only use 10% of our brains, but the truth is far more fascinating. Your brain is an incredible organ, and while it's smaller than a whale's, it's perfectly designed to help...
Credit:Canvas A recent study discovered that even short bursts of anger triggered by memories can harm our blood vessels' ability to relax. This finding has serious implications for understanding heart attack and stroke risks. Negative Emotions In the past, researchers observed a connection between negative emotions like anger and an increased risk of heart attacks. However,...
