In a groundbreaking development, researchers have successfully simulated neurological junctions, known as synapses, using a combination of water and salt – the same ingredients utilized by the human brain. This advancement is a significant contribution to the emerging field of iontronics, which integrates principles from both biology and electronics. The team of scientists from Utrecht
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The hunt for the mysterious Planet Nine continues, with new research suggesting that there is strong statistical evidence supporting the existence of this elusive planet. The research, conducted by astronomer Konstantin Bogytin from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), has provided the “strongest statistical evidence yet” that Planet Nine is lurking in the far reaches
Recently, a spa in Albuquerque, New Mexico, made headlines for all the wrong reasons. The spa was closed down following an investigation by the state health department into their unregulated practice of ‘vampire facials’. This controversial procedure involves drawing blood from a client, separating the platelets, and reinjecting them back into the skin using microneedling.
A 52-year-old man from Florida sought medical attention for worsening migraines, only to discover that his symptoms were caused by larval cysts of the pork tapeworm in his brain. This case, detailed in a recent report by US physicians, raises questions about the source of the man’s infection, as he had no known travel history
A recent medical case report has shed light on a potential link between a deadly prion disease in deer and its transmission to humans. The report discusses the deaths of two hunters who consumed venison from deer infected with chronic wasting disease, commonly referred to as “zombie deer” disease. This incurable and fatal prion disease
Recent research from the University of Tokyo has shed light on the fascinating world of squid mating behaviors. Marine biologist Shota Hosono and his team have discovered that the reproductive tactics of male Japanese spear squid are influenced by the month they hatch. This phenomenon, known as the relative age effect, determines whether the squid
Recent research conducted by a team of researchers from the US and Japan has revealed a significant difference in patient outcomes based on the gender of the treating physician. The study found that patients treated by female physicians were less likely to die or be readmitted to the hospital compared to those treated by male
Time-restricted eating (TRE) has been touted as a potential strategy for weight loss, but a recent study suggests that the key factor might actually be the decrease in overall food intake rather than the specific time frames of fasting. The study, conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University, compared the effects of TRE with a
The quest for cleaner and more efficient energy sources has led to the exploration of creative ideas, such as the theoretical limits of battery energy density. Two physicists have recently delved into the realm of Einstein’s general theory of relativity to contemplate the possibility of utilizing microscopic black holes as energy storage units. These tiny,
The idea of owning an invisibility shield may sound like something out of a science fiction movie, but thanks to the advancements in optical engineering, it is now a reality. While the Invisibility Shield 2.0 may not provide true invisibility, it offers a convincing gimmick that tricks the viewer into thinking they can see right
