The future of green energy could be unlocked by a super rare mineral, researchers claim. The mineral in question is jadarite. It resembles kryptonite, the crystals that Lex Luthor often uses to weaken Superman in DC Comics, in more than…
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New study claims the world’s oceans are a ‘ticking time bomb’
Our oceans are struggling. From bleaching in the coral reefs to increasing temperatures and rising sea levels, they’ve seen better days. To make matters worse, researchers now say our oceans may actually be a “ticking time bomb”…
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Six Questions About Covid-19 Vaccines, Answered
Recent vaccination announcements have led to some confusion. Four physicians weigh in on who should get vaccinated and when
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RFK Jr.’s Appointees to CDC Vaccine Panel Are Not Good
Anti-vaccine advocate and current Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took to social media Wednesday to announce the names of eight people he is appointing to a critical federal vaccine advisory committee—which is currently empty after…
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Congress Demands Answers on Data Privacy Ahead of 23andMe Sale
US Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Jan Schakowsky on Thursday sent letters to the two potential buyers of troubled genetic testing firm 23andMe demanding details about consumer data privacy should either of them acquire the company.
Signed by…
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Lithium supplies will not keep up with demand for electric cars, experts warn
Europe, the US and China will be unable to extract enough lithium domestically to meet their…
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Can baldness be cured? Scientists may have discovered how to unlock hair regrowth
Short on time? Read our one-minute summary and get all the facts:
- Researchers have identified a key protein, MCL-1, that protects hair follicle stem cells and is crucial for new hair growth.
- Scientists found that turning off MCL-1 in mice led to…
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The science behind the smell of rain
You know the smell. It’s there every time the first fat raindrops hit the…
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How Worm-Inspired Treatments Are Inching Their Way Toward the Clinic
Infection by certain wrigglers may reduce inflammation and fight obesity and diabetes. Scientists are working to turn the findings into therapies
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Ancient Romans frequently snacked on fried songbird, bone remains reveal
Commoners in the Roman Empire frequently snacked on inexpensive fried songbirds at roadside…
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