Science & Technology

Have you ever found yourself in a high-stakes situation where everything was on the line, only to falter at the critical moment? It turns out that this phenomenon, often called “choking under pressure,” is not just a human experience. A recent study published in Neuron shows that even monkeys can suffer performance declines when the…

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.6 jolted the Los Angeles area on Thursday morning, reminding millions of Californians of the looming threat posed by a much larger seismic event. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the quake struck at 7:28 a.m., with an epicenter located 4.3 miles north of Malibu and a…

A recent study published in Nature has revealed alarming health risks associated with fur farms, particularly those breeding raccoon dogs. Not only are these farms a potential breeding ground for dangerous pathogens that could spark a future pandemic, but there’s another issue that many consumers might be unaware of—raccoon dog fur is often sold as…

A recent study highlights the dynamic nature of black holes, emphasizing that their geometry changes during radiation emissions. These changes play a vital role in accurately describing their thermodynamic behavior, a concept previously underexplored. The study extends black hole thermodynamic characteristics to Extremely Compact Objects (ECOs). Even without event horizons, ECOs share crucial thermodynamic properties…

Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have discovered a breakthrough method of reducing the signs and symptoms of aging by restoring ‘youthful’ levels of a telomerase enzyme subunit in preclinical models. If the findings are confirmed in clinical trials, this method could revolutionize the treatment of age-related diseases such as Alzheimer’s,…

Avian Flu Found in California Dairies Recently, three dairies in central California tested positive for avian flu. This is the first time the virus has been found in California, although it has been spreading in the U.S. since March. What is Avian Flu? Avian flu, also known as H5N1, is a virus that can be…

Scientists from Aalto University and the Institute of Physics CAS have collaborated to create a special new material that shows a unique magnetic state. This artificial quantum material was built atom by atom from magnetic titanium on top of a magnesium oxide substrate. This discovery could be a huge leap forward for future technology. Researchers…

Horses are incredible animals that have played a huge role in human history. Today, we think of horses mainly as companions or animals used for transportation and sport. But did you know that long ago, horses were actually raised for food? Scientists have been studying ancient horse bones and DNA to learn more about how…