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Our solar system has a new interstellar visitor: Meet 3I/ATLAS
Science Daily - 29 Aug 2025 23:57
Astronomers have spotted 3I/ATLAS, just the third interstellar object ever seen in our solar system. Bigger, faster, and possibly far older than Oumuamua or Borisov, this icy traveler could help unlock clues about how ot...
Do you trust AI?
Live Science - 29 Aug 2025 22:18
The debate over AI is growing, do you believe it can be trusted?
In the dark for 11 million years: How blind cavefish rewrote evolution
Science Daily - 29 Aug 2025 22:11
Yale scientists discovered that cavefish species independently evolved blindness and depigmentation as they adapted to dark cave environments, with some lineages dating back over 11 million years. This new genetic method...
'I would never let a robot incubate my child': Poll on 'pregnancy robots' divides Live Science readers
Live Science - 29 Aug 2025 19:19
Live Science readers reveal whether they would use a hypothetical "pregnancy robot" - a humanoid machine fitted with an artificial womb to sustain a human pregnancy from conception until birth.
Stem Cells Use Toggle Switch to Regenerate Neurons
Neuroscience News - 29 Aug 2025 19:15
Scientists have uncovered how stem cells in the olfactory system continually regenerate neurons responsible for our sense of smell. Using live zebrafish imaging, cell tracking, and single-cell RNA sequencing, researchers...
2,200-year-old 'complex and delicate' Celtic warrior charm is evidence of sophisticated metalworking in the Iron Age
Live Science - 29 Aug 2025 18:47
Archaeologists discovered a 2,200-year-old bronze warrior charm while excavating an ancient Celtic town in Germany.
AI Speech Model Detects Neurological Disorders With 92% Accuracy
Neuroscience News - 29 Aug 2025 18:44
A new AI framework can detect neurological disorders by analyzing speech with over 90% accuracy. The model, called CTCAIT, captures subtle patterns in voice that may indicate early symptoms of diseases like Parkinsons, H...
Bespoke brain implant gives long-term relief from chronic pain
New Scientist - 29 Aug 2025 18:32
An implant that monitors brain activity and provides personalised stimulation halved the discomfort of people living with chronic pain
Hormonal Contraceptives Influence Memory of Emotional Events
Neuroscience News - 29 Aug 2025 18:30
A new study reveals that hormonal contraceptives may shape both emotional responses and memory processing in women. Compared with naturally cycling women, users of hormonal birth control had stronger emotional reactions ...
Gut Immune Cells Found Migrating to Alzheimers Brain
Neuroscience News - 29 Aug 2025 17:06
Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between gut immune cells and the brain in Alzheimers disease. In mice, antibody-producing B cells that normally reside in the gut were found migrating into brain border region...
Volcanic eruptions may have helped spark the French Revolution
New Scientist - 29 Aug 2025 17:00
Social upheaval across Europe between 1250 and 1860 correlates with volcanic eruptions, reduced sunspot activity and surging food prices
Scientists watch a single electron move during a chemical reaction for first time ever
Live Science - 29 Aug 2025 16:23
For the first time, scientists visualized how electrons behave during a chemical reaction, which could help reduce unwanted byproducts in future chemistry.
Just one dose of psilocybin seems to be enough to rewire the brain
New Scientist - 29 Aug 2025 16:00
Psilocybin appears to alter brain networks linked to repetitive negative thoughts, which may explain how the drug helps to treat some mental health conditions
The 3 best fitness tracker deals we have spotted in the Labor Day sale
Live Science - 29 Aug 2025 14:07
Save up to 35% on our favorite smartwatches from Garmin, Withings and Samsung - but hurry, these discounts will not last long.
2,100-year-old skeleton of warrior nicknamed 'Lord of Sakar,' buried in a stunning gold wreath, unearthed in Bulgaria
Live Science - 29 Aug 2025 14:04
The second century B.C. burial mound is the richest ever found in Bulgaria.
Levoit Sprout air purifier review - Baby-friendly solution to airborne pollutants
Live Science - 29 Aug 2025 14:00
Efficient, smart-enabled, and thoughtfully designed, the Levoit Sprout air purifier is a great choice for small nurseries and toddler rooms.
A Humanoid Robot Is Now on Sale for Under $6,000-What Can You Do With It?
Singularity Hub - 29 Aug 2025 14:00
The price tag is orders of magnitude cheaper than most robots in its class, which can run into tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars. The post A Humanoid Robot Is Now on Sale for Under $6,000-What Can You Do With...
Interface-controlled antiferromagnetic tunnel junctions offer new path for next-gen spintronics
Phys.org - 29 Aug 2025 13:52
A research team led by Prof. Shao Dingfu at the Institute of Solid State Physics, the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, has unveiled a new mechanism for achieving strong spin polari...
'Aging clocks' tell you how much 'older' you are than your chronological age. How do they work?
Live Science - 29 Aug 2025 13:00
"Biological aging tests," also called aging clocks, can predict your risk of age-related disease, disability, early mortality and more - but are they ready for prime time?
Optoelectronics research could bring holograms to your smartphone and closer to everyday use
Phys.org - 29 Aug 2025 12:40
New research from the University of St Andrews paves the way for holographic technology, with the potential to transform smart devices, communication, gaming and entertainment.
Toward new physics: First-ever double crystal channeling observed
Phys.org - 29 Aug 2025 12:40
Might two bent crystals pave the way to finding new physics? The Standard Model of particle physics describes our world at its smallest scales exceptionally well. However, it leaves some important questions unanswered, s...
Why are weather forecasting apps so terrible?
New Scientist - 29 Aug 2025 12:00
Weather apps regularly differ in their predictions for the same location - why is it so hard to predict local forecasts, and where can we get the best weather information?