New ultra-precise measurements reveal the orbital path of planet 55 Cnc e (nicknamed “Janssen”), a scorchingly hot super-Earth closely circling a distant star. The findings, made by Flatiron Institute

“Ecodesign” wood burning stoves produce 450 times more toxic air pollution than gas central heating, according to new data published in a report from Prof Chris Whitty, the chief medical officer for E

Conclusions: Some lower quality studies have reported “next day” effects of THC on cognitive function and safety-sensitive tasks. However, most studies, including some of higher quality, have found no

Norwegian youth from all over the country and across social affiliations cite teen activist Greta Thunberg as a role model and source of inspiration for climate engagement Since 2017, nearly 3000 you

New research provides evidence that heightened levels of testosterone and cortisol are associated with a increased risk of impulsive and violent criminal behavior. The new findings have been published

Peering into the crystal Many solid substances, including metals, exist in a crystalline form characterized by a repeating 3D atomic pattern, called a unit cell, that makes up a larger structure call

Taking two common drugs just before cancer operations may significantly reduce the chance of a secondary tumor, new Israeli research suggests. Scientists from Tel Aviv University gave 18 colon cancer

The availability of foods based on plant proteins to substitute for meat has increased dramatically as more people choose a plant-based diet. At the same time, there are many challenges regarding the

An estimated 55 million people worldwide live with dementia, a number that’s expected to rise as the global population ages. To find treatments that can slow or stop the disease, scientists need to be

An analysis of data from five large-scale studies found somewhat lower white matter fractional anisotropy in certain regions of the brain in persons diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity diso

Abstract The US population faced stressors associated with suicide brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Understanding the relationship between stressors and suicidal ideation in the context of the pan

A pilot study in patients with hypertension concludes that adding yoga to regular exercise is better than stretch exercises alone, report investigators in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology Philadelp

White Americans who think that White people are poor are more likely to believe that welfare recipients are hardworking, and to support welfare policies, according to new research in Personality and S

Over the past few years, social movements from #MeToo to Black Lives Matter have raised awareness of sexual violence, police brutality and systemic racism. Police-involved sexual assault — sexual vio

Woosley, S. E. & Bloom, J. S. The supernova–gamma-ray burst connection. Annu. Rev. Astron. Astrophys. 44, 507–556 (2006). Berger, E. Short-duration gamma-ray bursts. Annu. Rev. Astron. Astrophys. 52,

Most modern pornography depicts scenes of external ejaculation onto another person’s face or body, commonly known as a “cumshot,” which has raised questions about why this act in particular is appeali

How a Massachusetts Chestnut Grower Seeks to Shape a More Sustainable Food Future When Jono Neiger established Big River Chestnuts on a small slice of land in Western Massachusetts, he knew soil

Abstract The Lower Yangtze River of China has been identified as an independent center of rice domestication, but tracing the earliest evidence for rice cultivation practices has been challenging. Her

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BOSTON -- Scientists at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have developed a drug that potently neutralizes SARS-CoV-2, the COVID-19 coronavirus, and is equally effective against the Omicron variant and ever

Hospitalizations, ICU admissions, and hospital deaths lower for those who are vaccinated and boosted INDIANAPOLIS -- Individuals who, despite having been vaccinated against COVID-19, develop the dise

A new study published in Nature describes the discovery and analysis of ancient DNA that is calculated to be two-million-years-old, breaking the record for the oldest DNA to be discovered and studied.

A study of children with autism spectrum disorders in Israel reported significant improvements in their social communication abilities after six months of treatment with cannabidiol-rich cannabis oil.

Millions of people in the UK are failing to meet recommended targets for physical activity. Exercising “on the go” is key to changing this but while walking along a pavement is better than nothing it

AMHERST, Mass. – In a discovery that has repercussions for everything from domestic agricultural policy to global food security and the plans to mitigate climate change, researchers at the University

Adopting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle might prevent up to 60% of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) cases, making it a feasible option for future preventive strategies, according to US researcher

One of the main challenges in the battle against cancer is early detection. When a tumor is located in an organ, the long-term chances of survival are multiplied. However, the necessity to carry out i

Philadelphia, December 7, 2022 –Transportation to and from cancer centers for outpatient cancer treatments has been identified as one of the two most impactful out-of-pocket costs that cancer patients

Medical cannabis sales in Canada are associated with a large decrease in alcohol sales, according to a new study published in the journal Health Policy. Conducted at Brock University in Canada, the f

Peer-reviewed: This work was reviewed and scrutinised by relevant independent experts. Experimental study: At least one thing in the experiment was changed to see if it had an impact on the subjects (

New research indicates that the tail clubs on huge armored dinosaurs known as ankylosaurs may have evolved to whack each other rather than deter hungry predators. This is a complete shift from what wa

Rondaxe Lake in Herkimer County, New York, represents classic Adirondack Park waters. But over the last quarter-century, Rondaxe – like thousands of lakes in temperate zones around the world – has bee

Arendt said harm reduction is a paradigm within drug and addiction education that recognizes that historically, people always have and will continue to use drugs. Harm reduction does not support or en

It’s one thing to believe in the safety and value of vaccines like those used for COVID-19. But it may take a bit more for supporters to go out and urge others to get their shots. That “bit more” is

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Key Points Question Do hearing aids and cochlear implants decrease the risk of subsequent cognitive decline in individuals with hearing loss? Findings In this systematic review and multiadjusted obs