Here’s how old you are when your cognitive skills peak
Forget everything you’ve heard about mental decline starting in your thirties. A new study suggests your brain may keep getting sharper well into your forties, …
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Researchers discovered how to break down plastic using moisture in the air
Plastic pollution is one of the biggest environmental challenges of our time, but researchers at Northwestern University may have found a new solution. Their newly …
Scientists just uncovered a shocking twist in the story of human evolution
For decades, the dominant theory in human evolution suggested that modern humans descended from a single ancestral lineage in Africa. However, groundbreaking new research from …
Researchers reinvented glass using salt and sound waves
Researchers have now created a new type of glass using nothing but sound waves and salt. Sure, that might sound like one heck of a …
‘Irreversible’ eye damage fixed by stem cells in human trial
For patients with severe corneal injuries, blindness has often been seen as a life sentence. But a new eye stem cell transplant may change that. …
We may finally have an explanation for why only humans can speak
For centuries, scientists have wondered what makes human speech unique. Why can we hold conversations while our closest relatives, like Neanderthals, could not? New research …
Here’s why researchers want to start farming fog
In the driest places on Earth, where rain is scarce, and water shortages threaten daily life, scientists are looking to an unlikely solution: fog. A …
Donating blood may actually make your blood healthier, study finds
Most people donate blood to help others. But what if frequent donors were also unknowingly enhancing their own blood health? New research suggests that regular …
A common drug might actually be helping people live longer
Could a simple blood pressure pill be the key to a longer, healthier life? Scientists believe the hypertension drug rilmenidine could also act as an …
Researchers can turn flowers into food using ultrasounds
Flowers are usually admired for their beauty, but what if they could also be a sustainable food source? Researchers may have discovered a way to …
Revolutionary prosthetic hand lets wearer feel hot and cold
For most people, sensing temperature is second nature. You grab a hot cup of coffee and instinctively pull back if it’s too warm. You touch …
Extreme heat might actually cause people to age faster
We all know that extreme heat can be uncomfortable, draining, and even dangerous. However, new research suggests extreme heat exposure might also speed up the …
Researchers experimenting with reversing time discovered something surprising
We live under the assumption that time flows in one direction—past to present to future. You wake up, drink your coffee, scroll on your phone, …
The ISS might have too few germs, new study claims
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) live in a pristine, high-tech environment designed for survival in the harsh conditions of space. However, new research …
Why do only some of us remember our dreams? Science has the answer
Have you ever woken up with vivid memories of a dream, only for them to fade within minutes? Or perhaps you rarely remember your dreams …
Mice were observed giving first aid to resuscitate other mice
When we think of animals providing care to one another, species like chimpanzees or dolphins are usually the ones that come to mind. However, new …
Put your smartphone down for this long to improve your mood, study says
If you find yourself mindlessly scrolling through social media, shopping apps, or news feeds late into the night, you’re not alone. Smartphones have become an …
Scientists finally figured out why polar bears don’t freeze in the Arctic
Polar bears are the ultimate survivors of the Arctic, thriving in temperatures as low as -40 degrees Celsius and frequently diving into the freezing waters …
New study claims our solar system is home to millions of interstellar objects
Our solar system may not be as isolated as we once thought. According to a new study, more than 1 million interstellar objects could be …
Oceans on Earth may have all been green for eons before they turned blue
When we look at Earth from space today, we see a pale blue dot—a planet dominated by vast oceans that shimmer under the sunlight. But …
Scented home products release as much indoor air pollution as car exhaust
All those indoor air fresheners we like to plug in to make our houses smell better are actually pretty bad for the environment. They could …
Researchers used lasers to create a real-life levitation ray
Scientists have taken a cutting-edge development from 2018 and pushed it even further, creating a levitation ray capable of lifting microscopic material. At the heart …
Revolutionary radioactive diamond batteries could power devices for thousands of years
The future of our spacecraft could all come down to diamonds. While diamonds are often regarded as one of the hardest materials in existence, these …
Scientists figured out why we always crave dessert, even when we’re full
We’ve all been there. You’ve just finished a huge meal—perhaps at a birthday dinner—and your stomach is telling you there’s no room left. But then, …
Researchers found a way to make metal as transparent as glass
It sounds like something ripped out of a science fiction movie: a metal that’s as strong as aluminum but completely transparent. And yet, transparent metal …
Revolutionary origami-like construction design uses 60% less concrete and 90% less steel
Concrete is the backbone of modern construction, but its heavy environmental footprint has long been a challenge for environmentalists. Cement production alone accounts for nearly …
Researchers discovered how the brain overcomes instinctive fear
Fear is a powerful survival mechanism hardwired into our brains to help keep us safe. But what happens when those fears become a hindrance instead …
Scientists just found one of nature’s sneakiest spies
In the world of espionage, disguises and deception are essential. But humans aren’t the only ones with a talent for undercover operations. A newly discovered …
Scientists just grew human-like teeth in pigs
Losing a tooth can be a frustrating and costly experience. Current solutions like dentures and implants can be expensive, uncomfortable, and require ongoing maintenance. But …
Can this endangered animal really tell when humans don’t know something?
Could one of our closest relatives in the animal kingdom possess a cognitive ability once thought uniquely human? A recent study suggests that bonobos (a …
