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Thursday, Jun 25

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Can the body’s internal clock help boost stroke recovery?

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A new study suggests that reinforcing the body's natural daily rhythms to improve sleep could help the brain recover after a stroke.

How your brain processes words you skip while reading

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New research shows how the brain still processes skipped words using peripheral vision, even as the eyes move past them.

Team finds way to reverse ovarian cancer’s chemo resistance

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Scientists have uncovered how how ovarian cancer cells become resistant to chemotherapy—and how to reverse it.

Stride length tied to cognitive decline in dogs

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New research provides a more complete picture of dogs that are developing dementia, potentially allowing earlier detection.

Expert breaks down the physics behind the World Cup

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"Physics is everywhere in soccer. Every pass, shot, sprint, and save relies on fundamental principles that govern motion."

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Listen: What the history of trash says about today’s culture

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In a new podcast episode, an expert digs into what our trash problem says about our culture.

Tuesday, Jun 23

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How the body makes effective antibodies from chaos

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A new study in mice reveals how the immune system consistently produces highly effective antibodies.

Tiny robots deliver stem cells to repair spinal cords

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Researchers developed a new approach to treating spinal cord injuries: microrobots delivering stem cells to the site of an injury.

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1 ‘grammar engine’ powers bilingualism in the brain

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"Our research suggests that brains have a single grammatical engine that fuels all of the languages we speak..."

How cities can fight high housing costs

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An expert explains how cities can fix their planning systems to address housing crises.

Most Americans strongly support regulations on AI

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"What was surprising to us in this new poll was that daily users of AI, and people who view AI positively, also want regulation."

3 common sleep habits may be tied to brain aging signs

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Researchers have identified three sleep behaviors distinctly associated with a marker of brain aging in healthy people.

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How to stay safe in hot weather

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An expert explains common heat illnesses, when a person should seek medical help, and how to reduce your risk this summer.

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Career interests predict life outcomes into adulthood

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A new study challenges the idea that vocational interests are only important for teenagers and young adults deciding which careers to pursue.

How ultra-processed foods are made could explain health risks

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"The findings suggest ultra-processed-food factors beyond nutrients... may create health risks not addressed by traditional nutrition metrics or policies."

AI doesn’t make writing easier for students

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A new study upends the idea that AI simplifies writing, showing instead that it raises the cognitive stakes for students.

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You’re probably not carrying the right safety gear when you hike

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A new study found most hikers and trail runners were not carrying the necessary emergency gear and weren't prepared for higher altitudes.

Wednesday, Jun 17

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New system makes drinking water from ocean water

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A new approach turns natural and industrial waters into fresh, drinkable water and reusable minerals.

Sleep deprivation shows in your spit

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Researchers have identified markers that can detect severe fatigue using a saliva sample.

Exercise may help protect older adults against cancer

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New research offer fresh insights into healthy aging and cancer prevention.

Hiding who you are can have real effects on your mental health

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"Our findings suggest that daily experiences related to identity visibility may play an important role in emotional well-being."

Monday, Jun 15

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‘Peach fuzz’ could hold clues to new chronic itch treatments

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New research has revealed previously hidden biology of how touch-sensitive hairs create itching sensations.

This GLP-1 drug may be best for weight loss

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GLP-1 medications are marketed to help you lose weight, but one may be better at it than the rest, researchers report.

How the Supreme Court’s abortion decision is reshaping US politics

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A new book offers in-depth analysis of the impact Dobbs continues to have on voters and public attitudes toward political institutions.

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Listen: How websites trick you with ‘dark patterns’

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An expert reveals the science behind "dark patterns"—the subtle, manipulative design choices woven into the apps and websites you use every day.

Tuesday, Jun 9

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Dogs and humans are more alike than we thought

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New research shows that genetic metabolic patterns tied to lifespan are strikingly similar in dogs and people.

Sunday, May 31

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Mosquitoes can learn to love DEET

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Mosquitoes can learn to like DEET, the world’s most powerful insect repellent, according to a new study.

Team finds protein that could help failing hearts recover

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"This is the first muscle-specific molecular signal linked to recovery in human heart failure."

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Study offers new insights into long COVID

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A new study reveals that antibodies from some long COVID patients attacked brain and nerve tissues.

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Owl monkeys have gotten heavier as temps have risen

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Owl monkeys have gotten heavier as temperatures rise—a result that defies long-standing expectations about how animals adapt to warm climates