The universe is composed of approximately 80% dark matter, which remains unseen to the naked eye. Scientists have been intrigued by the mysterious nature of dark matter, as it only interacts with the universe through gravity. Various experiments have been conducted to detect dark matter, but so far, they have fallen short. Researchers from Lancaster
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The World Health Organization has sounded the alarm on a new strain of the mpox virus that is rapidly spreading along the eastern border of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This strain is being described as “the most dangerous yet” by health officials, raising concerns about the potential impact on public health. The outbreak has
Recently, the FDA made a groundbreaking decision to ban the use of a modified vegetable oil known as BVO in the United States. This decision came after years of toxicology studies that raised concerns about the safety of this ingredient. BVO, or brominated vegetable oil, has been used since the 1930s as an emulsifying agent
The Moon has always fascinated humanity with its mysterious light-colored patches, known as lunar swirls. These unique features have puzzled scientists for centuries, leading to various theories about their origin and formation. However, a recent study by researchers at Stanford University and Washington University in St. Louis has shed new light on the enigma of
One of the key findings of a recent study by researchers from the National University of Ireland Maynooth and the University of Maryland is the influence of childhood home temperature on the way adults set their thermostats. The study, published in the journal PLOS Climate, revealed that individuals who grew up in warmer homes are
When it comes to environmental quality, human health, and carbon footprint, the type of city in which individuals reside plays a crucial role. A recent study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) analyzed 919 European cities to identify four basic urban configurations on the continent: compact-high density cities, open lowrise-medium density cities,
In a groundbreaking study led by Prof. Zhang Guoqing from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), researchers have unveiled a remarkable discovery of highly reactive photo-induced charge-transfer complexes (PCTCs) between amines and imides. This significant finding, published in the journal Chem, sheds light on the
A recent groundbreaking study published in Physical Review Letters has shed light on the physical mechanisms of fracture in soft materials. The research, led by Pasquale Ciarletta from the MOX Laboratory at Politecnico di Milano, has uncovered that fracture in these materials initiates from the free surface of the object, triggered by an elastic instability
The remarkable aurora in early May this year showcased the immense power that solar storms possess as they emit radiation into space. While these events are captivating to witness, they can also be destructive. Beyond the typical solar storms, there are solar particle events that involve blasts of protons directly from the surface of the
In a recent groundbreaking decision, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a drug created by Eli Lilly to target the early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. This new drug, Kisunla, is specifically recommended for patients in the early stages of mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia. According to the FDA’s statement, patients treated with
Jupiter’s moon Io is a fascinating world that stands out for its intense volcanic activity. The surface of Io is dotted with hundreds of active volcanoes, constantly spewing out lava and gas. Recent observations made by the Juno probe’s Jovian Infrared Auroral Mapper have provided new insights into the volcanic landscape of Io, revealing a
Getting stung by a bee is never a pleasant experience, but imagine the horror of having a barbed bee stinger stuck in your eyeball. This was the unfortunate situation faced by a 55-year-old man who sought help at a local emergency department after being stung. Despite the hospital’s best efforts to remove the stinger, much
The debate around the use of bathroom scales in health management is ongoing. While some experts argue for daily self-weighing as a means of accountability, others suggest that it can lead to negative psychological responses. However, striking a balance by weighing oneself weekly can provide valuable insights into weight management. Research has shown that regular
Death, an inconvenient event for a living brain, leads to a cascade of effects that affect the very core of our biological processes. Recent research conducted by the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York has shed light on significant differences in the way strands of RNA are modified in post-mortem brain
As astronomers peer into the vast expanse of the Universe, they are discovering a multitude of dwarf galaxies orbiting around the Milky Way. These miniature galaxies, with as few as a thousand stars, dance gracefully in the cosmic neighborhood. However, the recent identification of two new satellites, Virgo III and Sextans II, has raised some