Long-term obesity is linked to progressive brain decline, while reducing obesity helps preserve brain health, according to a large-scale study. As obesity rates continue to rise globally, understanding its effects on brain structure and cognitive…
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The Hidden Brain Cost of Obesity: Groundbreaking Study Reveals Long-Term Impacts
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China launches 6 classified experimental satellites with Long March 6A
HELSINKI — China sent six experimental Shiyan series satellites into orbit late Friday Eastern, using its Long March 6A rocket launched from Taiyuan.
The Long March 6A rocket lifted off at 6:51 p.m. Eastern (2251 UTC) April 18 from…
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Annual Lyrid meteor shower peaks overnight Monday
It’s spring skywatching at its best: The annual Lyrid meteor shower is back, offering people across the Northern Hemisphere a chance to catch shooting stars in the night sky.
The meteor shower began on April 16, but will reach its peak Monday…
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Theropod Dinosaurs Could Have Had Hollow Bones Like Modern Day Birds
Paleontologists in Argentina recently found the first unambiguous evidence that a group of theropod dinosaurs had hollow bones capable of holding air sacs – an ability that helps birds fly, according to a study published in PLOS One.
The…
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Unexpected New Clues to Fighting Obesity: Scientists Identify Brain Circuit That May Help Burn Fat
A newly discovered brain circuit links motion sickness with metabolism, offering potential for obesity treatments. Motion sickness is a common condition affecting approximately one in three people, yet the underlying brain mechanisms remain…
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Investing in AI Startups: Opportunities and Risks
Investing in AI Startups: Opportunities and Risks
Introduction
AI startups have become some of the most exciting investment opportunities of the past decade. The global shift toward AI has been rapid, with industries across the world eager to…
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An astronaut’s awe-inspiring views from life in space
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Longtime NASA astronaut Don Pettit, who has ventured to space four times, is due to return to Earth on Saturday night from the International Space Station. Pettit…
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Replacing Meat With Plants Could Add Years to Your Life, According to New Study
However, for children under five, higher levels of animal-based protein were linked to lower mortality rates. A global study led by researchers at the University of Sydney has found that countries with higher consumption of plant-based proteins,…
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Low-cost robot gripper made from duct tape can screw in a lightbulb
UC San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering students have developed a new robot hand that picks fruit and changes light bulbs using just measuring tape as “fingers.”
Called “GRIP-tape,” a backronym for Grasping and Rolling in Plane,…
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Women rely partly on smell when choosing friends
For their study, Gaby et al. organized an on-campus “Speed-Friending” event for 40 female volunteers, consisting of four distinct phases. First, participants had their headshots taken. Next, they looked at pictures of all…
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