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The Indian Ocean is home to an underwater mountain range longer than the North American Rockies. A new study has found the Ninetyeast Ridge was formed between 43 and 83 million years ago by a ‘moving’ hotspot.

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Adolescents are spending an average of 8 to 10 hours per day engaging in sedentary activities against World Health Organization's recommendation of no more than two to three hours per day. Having a personal social media account was linked with higher total sedentary time in both males and females.

Adolescents are spending an average of 8 to 10 hou...

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Recent research reveals four signal chemicals can non-destructively induce enhanced resistance to Asian citrus psyllids in Citrus sinensis while maintaining balanced plant growth and development

Recent research reveals four signal chemicals can ...

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Across the world, hunter-gatherers are impressive athletes regardless of gender, with both men and women generally strong runners, climbers, swimmers and divers. The only evidence found of athletic activities being done exclusively by men were for particularly extreme diving or climbing efforts.

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Ocean density identified as a key driver of carbon capture by marine plankton: Triilobatus trilobus, an abundant planktonic foraminifera species, is highly sensitive to changes in ocean density and salinity—not just chemistry—and fine-tunes its calcification process in response.

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Waterborne Disease Outbreaks Associated with Splash Pads — United States, 1997–2022, MMWR Surveillance Summaries / December 5, 2024 / 73(8);1–15

Waterborne Disease Outbreaks Associated with Splas...

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Monkeys engage in visual simulation to solve complex problems

Monkeys engage in visual simulation to solve compl...

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The Role of Smartwatch Technology in the Provision of Care for Type 1 or 2 Diabetes Mellitus or Gestational Diabetes: Systematic Review

The Role of Smartwatch Technology in the Provision...

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Gaining weight and happiness are associated but not causally related

Gaining weight and happiness are associated but no...

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Most men view female genitals in a favorable light, focusing more on functional aspects rather than appearance. Men with more positive views were more likely to foster intimacy and confidence in their female partners and reported having a greater number of lifetime female sexual partners.

Most men view female genitals in a favorable light...

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Israeli researchers discover gene mutation in Ashkenazi Jews that can cause autism

Israeli researchers discover gene mutation in Ashk...

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Psilocybin’s mental health benefits may include improved sleep. A new study found that participants consumed the psychedelic substance in a therapeutic context reported reduced depression and improvements in their sleep quality.

Psilocybin’s mental health benefits may include im...

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New University of Michigan research highlights AI's promise in strategic decision-making: processing vast data quickly, generating and evaluating multiple strategies, and enhancing decision-making frameworks. These capabilities could transform how businesses approach critical choices.

New University of Michigan research highlights AI'...

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Harnessing Nature's Power to Prevent Floods in Canada | Flood prevention benefits provided by Canadian natural ecosystems

Harnessing Nature's Power to Prevent Floods in Can...

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Survey reveals grim state of Uganda’s lions, leopards, and hyenas. Lion numbers in the country are at a critical low while hyenas are faring well across four major protected areas in Uganda.

Survey reveals grim state of Uganda’s lions, leopa...

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University of Michigan researchers, alongside a multinational team of scientists, have revealed a structural link for initiation of protein synthesis in bacteria

University of Michigan researchers, alongside a mu...

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People with high blood pressure who also lack sufficient sleep (7 hours) may be at increased risk of reduced cognitive performance and greater brain injury, according to a study using 637 MRI scans

People with high blood pressure who also lack suff...

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Ocean warming drives immediate mass loss from calving glaciers in the high Arctic

Ocean warming drives immediate mass loss from calv...

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Clinical trial at Emory University reveals twice-yearly injection to be 99% effective in HIV prevention

Clinical trial at Emory University reveals twice-y...

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A study of medical cannabis patients found that "that adult use laws decreased stress and legal concerns, and that patient perceptions of cannabis product quality and availability were higher, but prices were also higher."

A study of medical cannabis patients found that "t...

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The first ice-free day in the Arctic Ocean could occur before 2030

The first ice-free day in the Arctic Ocean could o...

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Temporary scalp e-tattoos that scan brain could replace traditional EEGs | Scientists have created a liquid ink that can be sprayed directly onto a person’s scalp, forming an ultra-thin electronic tattoo. This “tattoo” EEG listens to the brain beneath it.

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Researchers deal a blow to theory that Venus once had liquid water on its surface | Scientists say an analysis of the planet’s atmosphere has revealed the interior of Venus is dry, suggesting it has never had the oceans of liquid water traditionally thought necessary for life to begin.

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Water can be a powerful tool for peace when managed sustainably and equitably, but there is increasing conflict for water as an irreplaceable resource for humans. A new study provides a blueprint to ensure safe, equitable and sustainable global access to clean water.

Water can be a powerful tool for peace when manage...

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Evidence of primordial black holes may be hiding in planets, or even everyday objects here on Earth. A new study suggests small black holes born in the early universe may have left behind hollow planetoids and microscopic tunnels in everyday materials found on Earth, like rocks, metal and glass.

Evidence of primordial black holes may be hiding i...

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An unexpected ice collapse hints at worrying changes on the Antarctic coast. The coastal waters in the area have historically been quite cold, but small changes began around 2010. Ocean currents shifted, allowing water that was 0.6 degrees Celsius warmer than before to intrude toward the coastline

An unexpected ice collapse hints at worrying chang...

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Stimulating hypothalamus restores walking in paralyzed patients - deep brain stimulation therapy restored enough leg control in two individuals with partial spinal injuries to walk unaided and even climb stairs.

Stimulating hypothalamus restores walking in paral...

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Wastewater surveillance: Wastewater is full of inhibitors which interfere with molecular analyses (i.e. PCR and sequencing). Removing these inhibitors improves the interpretability of wastewater-based epidemiology.

Wastewater surveillance: Wastewater is full of inh...

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Microbes supporting the production of more metabolic energy could be key to the evolution of large brains

Microbes supporting the production of more metabol...

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The richest 1% of the world’s population produces 50 times more greenhouse gasses than the 4 billion people in the bottom 50%, finds a new study across 168 countries. If the world’s top 20% of consumers shifted their consumption habits, they could reduce their environmental impact by 25 to 53%.

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Black students are punished more often | Researchers analyzed Black representation across six types of punishment, three comparison groups, 16 sub populations, and seven types of measurement. Authors say no matter how you slice it, Black students are over represented among those punished.

Black students are punished more often | Researche...

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Pregnancy enhances natural immunity to block severe flu | Scientists discover a natural flu defense mechanism that activates in the nasal cavity during pregnancy

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White, male, billionaire entrepreneurs fuel stereotypes that compound the issues surrounding diversity in technology and computer science, study finds: Children were only aware of one or two women when asked about computer science role models

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Study shows gut microbes from different animal species shape variations in their biology: Mice with large-brain primate microbes ate more, but grew slower and put on less body fat, and produce high levels of glucose

Study shows gut microbes from different animal spe...

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Study supports the safety of soy foods, finding that eating them 'had no effect on key markers of estrogen-related cancers'

Study supports the safety of soy foods, finding th...

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Even low levels of arsenic in drinking water raise kidney cancer risk. New study shows that current arsenic regulations might be insufficient to protect public health. The incidence of kidney cancer in the US rose around 1.2% each year between 2011 and 2019 to become the 7th most common cancer.

Even low levels of arsenic in drinking water raise...

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Feeding Grazing Cattle Seaweed Cuts Methane Emissions by Almost 40% | Researchers conducted a 10-week experiment with grazing cattle, where seaweed supplement is provided in pellet form. This resulted in a nearly 40% cut in emissions without affecting their health or weight.

Feeding Grazing Cattle Seaweed Cuts Methane Emissi...

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New JAMA Study Shows Text Messages Can Be Ineffective as Medication Refill Reminders

New JAMA Study Shows Text Messages Can Be Ineffect...

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Children of mothers who experienced higher stress during pregnancy tended to have elevated levels of an inflammation marker, interleukin-6 (IL-6), at age 9. These children were also more likely to exhibit more severe symptoms of depression and anxiety during adolescence.

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B7-H4: A potential therapeutic target in adenoid cystic carcinoma

B7-H4: A potential therapeutic target in adenoid c...

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Study of US Crisis Pregnancy Centers Reveals Misleading and Dangerous Claims. Research found that 30% of CPC websites promoted "abortion pill reversal," with some centers directly targeting women who might regret starting a medication abortion.

Study of US Crisis Pregnancy Centers Reveals Misle...

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Men at risk of cardiovascular disease, including obesity, develop cognitive conditions up to a decade earlier than similarly at-risk women due to accelerated brain volume loss in the temporal lobe, which is crucial for memory and sensory processing

Men at risk of cardiovascular disease, including o...

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New study showing that both men and women overestimate the facial appearance that the opposite-sex desires, which was associated with greater dissatisfaction of one's own appearance

New study showing that both men and women overesti...

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Men who adhere to traditional gender roles or masculine ideologies face more than double the risk of suicide

Men who adhere to traditional gender roles or masc...

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‘I don’t feel your pain’: Alcohol’s ability to increase people’s pain threshold is one reason that drinking also leads to more aggressive behavior.

‘I don’t feel your pain’: Alcohol’s ability to inc...

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Scientists said they’ve found a link between high rates of alcohol consumption and those who have long ring fingers relative to their pointer fingers. Overall, men show higher alcohol consumption and related deaths from alcohol abuse than women.

Scientists said they’ve found a link between high ...

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Employees think watching customers increases tips. New research shows that customers don't always tip more when they feel watched, but they are far less likely to recommend or return to the business.

Employees think watching customers increases tips....

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Giant hornets have been sighted in Europe for the first time | It’s going to attack an awful lot of things,” including other wasps, insects and even small vertebrates like geckos. “So if it gets established and abundant, it could be a real issue.”

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A new study reveals that clams called heart cockles have unique structures in their shells that act like fiber optic cables to convey specific wavelengths of light into the bivalves’ tissues.

A new study reveals that clams called heart cockle...

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Study found that researchers in the tobacco, ultra-processed food (UPF), and alcohol sectors often face identical intimidation tactics aimed at undermining and discrediting experts who provide evidence to policymakers seeking to enhance public health through stronger regulations

Study found that researchers in the tobacco, ultra...

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