In a surprising turn of events, a team of researchers stumbled upon a super-black wood-based material that has the incredible ability to absorb over 99 percent of the light that comes into contact with it. The discovery of this material, known as Nxylon, was not the result of a deliberate experiment, but rather an accidental
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Board games have long been a popular form of entertainment for people of all ages and backgrounds. However, recent studies have shown that individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may have a particularly strong affinity for board games. According to research conducted by the University of Plymouth and Edge Hill University in the UK, individuals
The recent excavation of a 2,500-year-old graveyard site in Norway has unearthed some unsettling findings. The main cluster of graves consisted of 39 individual bodies, all of which were children under the age of six. While this may seem eerie, it is important to consider the historical context of the period. Infant mortality rates were
Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have shown a concerning trend in the rise of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in older adults. Contrary to popular belief, it is not just the younger generation that is at risk for these infections. The number of people over the age of 65 diagnosed with
Artificial intelligence (AI) has long been a topic of debate when it comes to its storytelling and filmmaking abilities, but recent advancements have shown its potential in the field of science. A recent study conducted by the University of Cambridge has revealed that AI can outperform clinical tests in predicting the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
It’s been almost 100 years since scientists first discovered single-celled organisms capable of releasing methane gas into the environment. These tiny relatives of bacteria are found in extreme environments such as deep sea hydrothermal vents, ice-covered areas, deserts, landfills, and wastewater. All the known methane-producing microorganisms belonged to the Euryarchaeota superphylum within the Archaea kingdom.
A recent study has shed light on the potential benefits of extreme exercise for professional athletes. Contrary to the belief that too much exercise can have negative health effects, the analysis revealed that Olympic-level runners who clocked in more than 120 km (75 miles) per week lived almost five years longer than the general population,
Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating condition that affects millions of people worldwide, with a significant impact on both individuals and their families. Diagnosing Alzheimer’s can be a challenging task, as it often requires expensive scans and invasive procedures that may not be readily available. However, recent research has shown promising results in the use of
Recent research led by Queen Mary University of London evolutionary biologist Alex de Mendoza Soler has uncovered the remnants of genomes left by ancient, giant viruses within the DNA of a single-celled organism. This organism, closely related to animals, sheds light on the potential role viruses may have played in the evolution of complex organisms.
In recent years, researchers have made a startling discovery – viruses that once invaded our ancestors are still lingering in our DNA, potentially playing a role in cancer. These viral fragments, known as endogenous retroviruses (ERVs), were previously dismissed as ‘junk’ DNA, but we are now realizing their significance. University of Colorado bioinformatician Atma Ivancevic