Research: News
26 Jul 2024
TechnologyForget batteries! This device turns Wi-Fi signals into electricity
A team of researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has developed a revolutionary technology capable of converting ambient radio frequency (RF) signals, such as those from Wi-Fi and cellular networks, into usable electricity.
25 Jul 2024
AustraliaScientists genetically modify common fly to eat more human poop
A team of scientists from Sydney's Macquarie University in Australia is genetically modifying black soldier flies to increase their consumption of human waste.
25 Jul 2024
OxygenScientists have discovered oxygen where it shouldn't be
Scientists have potentially discovered oxygen creation on the Pacific Ocean floor, contradicting the long-standing assumption that oxygen is exclusively produced in the presence of sunlight through photosynthesis.
23 Jul 2024
ChinaThis ultra-thin semiconductor material could make chips faster, more energy-efficient
Chinese scientists have developed an ultra-thin semiconductor material, a significant step toward creating faster and more energy-efficient processors.
22 Jul 2024
AgricultureHow many jobs India must generate in a year
India's economy needs to create approximately 78.5 lakh jobs each year in the non-farm sector until 2030, according to the Economic Survey 2024, presented in the Parliament today.
19 Jul 2024
TechnologyScientists extract gold from e-waste using whey protein: Here's how
Scientists have discovered an innovative, eco-friendly method of extracting gold from electronic waste (e-waste) using whey protein sponges, a dairy byproduct.
18 Jul 2024
LifestyleBrain regions exhibit sleep-wake flicker, groundbreaking study reveals
In a pioneering discovery, scientists from Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) and the University of California Santa Cruz (UCSC) have found that certain brain regions experience microsecond-long naps while we are awake.
18 Jul 2024
DiabetesHope for 500M patients: Groundbreaking drug reverses diabetes in mice
Researchers from the Mount Sinai Health System in New York and Los Angeles-based City of Hope have developed a new drug that has shown promising results in reversing diabetes in mice.
17 Jul 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningCan cameras spot drunk drivers? New AI system shows promise
Researchers at Edith Cowan University in Australia have pioneered a new technology that uses camera footage to identify alcohol impairment in drivers.
16 Jul 2024
LifestyleHere's why men often die before women do
Statistics reveal a significant gender gap in longevity, with women generally outliving men.
16 Jul 2024
NASANew atomic clock loses only a second every 30B years
Scientists at JILA, a joint institution of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the University of Colorado Boulder, have developed an atomic clock with unparalleled accuracy.
12 Jul 2024
BelgiumStudy links lithium-ion batteries to rising air and water pollution
A study published in Nature Communications has identified lithium-ion batteries, a key component of clean energy infrastructure, as an increasing source of per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) pollution.
12 Jul 2024
LifestyleStudy reveals boys outperform girls in direction-giving accuracy
In a recent study published in the Journal of Experimental Child Psychology, researchers discovered that boys aged three to 10 outperformed girls in providing accurate directions.
10 Jul 2024
Space NewsMapping the universe: Indian scientists develop tool for star catalog
A team of researchers at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) has developed an online tool to create a catalog of stars.
09 Jul 2024
ChinaBreakthrough for IVF? New 3D imaging method could boost outcomes
A team of researchers, led by Dr. Bo Huang from the Reproductive Medicine Center of Tongji Hospital in China, has developed a 3D imaging model for early-stage embryos.
08 Jul 2024
ChinaNew rare-earth minerals from Chinese mine could supercharge defense, tech
Chinese geologists have discovered two new minerals, Oboniobite and Scandio-fluoro-eckermannite, at Bayan Obo, the world's largest rare-earth mine located in Inner Mongolia.
08 Jul 2024
HIVIn a first, scientists create mice with human immune system
Scientists at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio have made a significant breakthrough by developing the first mouse model with a fully operational human immune system.
05 Jul 2024
TechnologyScientists develop quantum tech to hunt for elusive dark matter
Scientists from various UK universities are collaborating to develop two highly sensitive dark matter detectors, employing supercold quantum technology.
03 Jul 2024
TechnologyAntikythera mystery solved? New research unravels secrets of 2,000-year-old 'computer'
Researchers from the University of Glasgow have utilized advanced gravitational wave research to shed light on the ancient Antikythera mechanism, often dubbed as the 'world's oldest computer.'
02 Jul 2024
Health & WellnessFuture of mobility: MIT develops brain-controlled prosthetic leg
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have made a significant breakthrough in prosthetic technology, developing a leg that can be controlled using brain signals.
02 Jul 2024
USAWomen reap more cardiovascular benefits from less exercise, study finds
Research in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology shows that women can achieve similar cardiovascular benefits with less exercise than men.
25 Jun 2024
Health & WellnessGene mutation identified as potential obesity trigger, says study
An international research team has identified a significant link between a gene mutation and increased weight gain.
14 Jun 2024
University of Southern CaliforniaEarth's inner core rotation decelerates for first time in decades
The rotation of Earth's inner core is slowing down, according to a recent study led by a team from the University of Southern California (USC).
11 Jun 2024
Space NewsOur universe may be connected to an anti-universe, suggests scientist
The standard model of cosmology, which explains the universe using regular matter, dark energy, and cold dark matter (CDM), has been in place for decades.
05 Jun 2024
Pacific OceanScientists find fungus feasting on plastic in Pacific Ocean
An international team of marine scientists has discovered a fungus, Parengyodontium album, capable of breaking down plastic waste in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
04 Jun 2024
South KoreaAstrological signs hold no weight on well-being, study finds
A recent study led by Mohsen Joshanloo, an associate professor of psychology at Keimyung University in South Korea, has found no significant correlation between Western astrological signs and "subjective well-being."
29 May 2024
ChildrenEarly peanut consumption lowers allergy risk in children, reveals study
A recent study has discovered that introducing peanut products to children from infancy until they turn five can significantly decrease their chances of developing a peanut allergy into early adolescence.
21 May 2024
Health & WellnessMicroplastics found in human, canine testicles: Why we should worry
A recent study has revealed the presence of microplastics, known carcinogens, in every testicle sample taken from humans and dogs.
20 May 2024
NeuralinkFDA approves Neuralink's brain chip implant in second patient
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given green light to Neuralink for implanting its innovative brain chip in a second patient.
19 May 2024
Health & WellnessStudy reveals oxytocin nasal spray reduces acute feelings of loneliness
A recent study conducted by a team of European and Israeli doctors has explored the effects of administering oxytocin, commonly known as the "love hormone," via nasal spray to individuals experiencing social distress.
14 May 2024
ChinaChina's quantum leap is a step toward fault-tolerant computing
Quantum physicist Pan Jianwei and his team at the University of Science and Technology of China, have made a significant breakthrough in quantum computing.
14 May 2024
Space NewsUniverse may resemble infinite hall of mirrors, says study
A group of cosmologists called COMPACT Collaboration has published a research paper in the journal Physical Review Letters.
12 May 2024
Science and TechnologyPhysicists uncover potential evidence of the hypothetical 'Glueball' particle
Researchers may have unearthed potential evidence of the elusive 'glueball' particle in a recent particle accelerator experiment.
11 May 2024
Health & WellnessFiction reading may foster various cognitive skills, research indicates
A study has revealed the positive cognitive effects of reading fiction.
07 May 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningAI aids in uncovering details of 'missing' Holocaust victims
Israeli researchers are utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to trace hundreds of thousands of Jewish individuals, still unaccounted for in official Holocaust memorials, nearly 80 years after their demise.
05 May 2024
Science and TechnologyLaron syndrome's genetic mutation can protect people from aging
Medical professionals are intrigued by a unique genetic anomaly known as Laron syndrome, which is primarily seen in certain individuals with dwarfism.
05 May 2024
Science and TechnologyRevolutionary discovery! Bacteria converts blood to universal donor type
A team of researchers has made a groundbreaking discovery, unearthing a common bacteria capable of modifying enzymes in blood.
05 May 2024
Health & WellnessStudy finds elevated uranium, lead levels in teen vapers
A recent study published in the journal Tobacco Control, has discovered a worrying connection between teenage vaping and increased levels of uranium and lead.
30 Apr 2024
Climate ChangeUK scientists develop material that absorbs carbon faster than trees
UK scientists have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against climate change, by developing a porous substance capable of storing substantial amounts of greenhouse gases.
29 Apr 2024
Health & WellnessDiabetes drug may help treat alcohol use disorder: Study
A recent study published in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, suggests that semaglutide, a drug typically used for weight loss and diabetes management, may also be beneficial for individuals struggling with alcohol use disorder (AUD).
