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How three mutations work together to spur new SARS-CoV-2 variants
Like storm waves battering a ship, new versions of the SARS-CoV-2 virus have buffeted the world one after another. Recently,…
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The Problem With Elon Musk’s Vision of a Self-Driving Future
‘Elon Musk’s Crash Course’ Producer/Director Emma SchwartzReporters Cade Metz and Neal Boudette Watch our new documentary on Friday, May 20,…
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Novel preclinical drug could have potential to combat depression, brain injury and cognitive disorders
James Bibb, Ph.D., and colleagues have described a novel preclinical drug that could have the potential to combat depression, brain…
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Research reveals surprising inactivation mechanism for a voltage-gated ion channel
Scientists at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital are studying voltage-gated ion channels (VGICs). Their work revealed a previously unknown mechanism…
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In coal country, a new chance to clean up a toxic legacy
Waste from abandoned and bankrupt mines has contaminated more than 12,000 miles of waterways. Now states are looking at how…
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New research challenges established ideas about infant crying: Research project at Aarhus University provides a new understanding of what can be defined as normal and excessive crying among infants, says associate professor.
If you are a new parent who, in a more or less sleep-deprived state, googles this question, then the answer…
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Lawmakers reach deal to help vets exposed to toxic burn pits
Placeholder while article actions load Senate lawmakers Wednesday reached bipartisan agreement on legislation to expand health care and disability benefits…
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Study links thalamus inhibition in adolescence to long-lasting cortical abnormalities: Boosting thalamic activity could help treat cognitive symptoms in schizophrenia related to altered prefrontal cortex function
A team of Columbia University researchers has reported new evidence that cognitive abnormalities seen in neuropsychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia…
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Environmental toxins are worsening obesity pandemic, say scientists
Chemical pollution in the environment is supersizing the global obesity epidemic, according to a major scientific review. The idea that…
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Children with same-sex parents are socially well-adjusted
A study by Dr Mirjam Fischer and colleagues at the University of Cologne’s Institute of Sociology and Social Psychology (ISS)…
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Power through the park
Lake Champlain from the Vermont point of view runs north toward the Crown Point Bridge with an Essex County farm…
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Haywire T cells attack protein in ‘bad’ cholesterol: LJI research reveals how aggressive T cells can make heart disease even worse
Preventing atherosclerosis, the underlying cause of heart disease, means scientists need to understand how immune cells drive inflammation in the…
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FDA sparks anger with decision on ‘phthalates’ — a chemical in fast-food packaging
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said Thursday that it will not impose a total ban on a set of…
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Study discovers an underlying cause for infantile spasms and points to a novel therapy
Infantile spasm (IS) is a severe epileptic syndrome of infancy and accounts for 50% of all epilepsy cases that occur…
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Cigarette butt recycling scheme aims to stub out waste in Catalonia
In a move that could provide some income for homeless people and clean up the streets, the Catalan government is…
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New research shows no evidence of structural brain change with short-term mindfulness training
In the mid-20th century, new evidence showed that the brain could be “plastic,” and that experience could create changes in…
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Get Hulu for Just $1 Per Month for National Streaming Day 2022
Ready to keep up with Kim and the rest of her brood with The Kardashians? Want to dive into a…
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Africa’s Sinking Coastal Heritage | Hakai Magazine
Article body copy The Door of No Return is worn smooth, the rust-hued stone frame eroded by the chained…
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Climate change likely to reduce the amount of sleep that people get per year
Most research looking at the impact of climate change on human life has focused on how extreme weather events affect…
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This Condition Caused Brian Austin Green to Lose 20 Pounds During a Recent Flare-Up
Brian Austin Green, 48, opened up about living with ulcerative colitis in a new interview with Good Morning America. The…
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As biomass burning surges in Japan and South Korea, where will Asia get its wood?
In 2021, Japan and South Korea imported a combined 6 million metric tons of wood pellets for what proponents claim…
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Killer T vs. memory — DNA isn’t destiny for T cells
Scientists at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital have solved an immunology puzzle. A CD8+ T cell can have two functionally…
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The price of oil spills in Peru and Colombia? Millions of dollars in fines
The journalism alliance ManchadosXelPetróleo (StainedByOil) requested information on sanctions against oil companies operating in the Amazon regions of Peru, Ecuador,…
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Research brings hope for spinal cord injury treatment
Scientists from the University of Birmingham have shown an existing drug may reduce damage after spinal cord injury, by blocking…
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You Can Shop These Memorial Day Beauty Sales Right Now
Who needs a stress-filled weekend away when you can stay in and shop the best Memorial Day beauty sales from…
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Nuclear Fusion Is Already Facing a Fuel Crisis
In the south of France, ITER is inching towards completion. When it’s finally fully switched on in 2035, the International…
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Insomnia in midlife may manifest as cognitive problems in retirement age
The Helsinki Health Study at the University of Helsinki investigated the development of insomnia symptoms in midlife and their effects…
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Ticks Are Spreading in the U.S., Spurring New Health Threats
Plus, increasing land development to build homes and businesses puts humans in closer contact with ticks. “As land is developed…
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Scotland’s Billionaires Are Turning Climate Change Into a Trophy Game
The wind turbine judders to life with a boom that echoes down its central shaft. It rotates slowly at first,…
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Is It Safe to Use Vodka as Hand Sanitizer?
Q: I’ve heard that using alcohol (like vodka) to kill germs is the same as using hand sanitizer. Is that…
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Uncovering new details of the brain’s first line of defense: Researchers report in unprecedented detail how some of the brain’s immune cells develop, and how to distinguish them from other cells
Thanks to over a century of modern neuroscience, we have made significant strides in our understanding of the brain. Nonetheless,…
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The Symptoms of Monkeypox—And Everything Else You Should Know
A case of monkeypox has been confirmed in Massachusetts, following reports of nine cases in the U.K. since early May.…
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Hydrogen powered ship aims to tackle marine plastic pollution – Digital Journal
Microplastic pollution collected at a Key largo, Florida beach State Park by Ocean Blue Project a nonprofit, on November 15,…
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Four-year college students drink more, use marijuana less than community college peers, study finds
Students at four-year colleges and universities drink nearly twice as much alcohol as their peers in two-year colleges, according to…
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Russia, Europe escalate energy showdown
Russia and the West are engaging in an escalating energy sparring match as European countries seek to limit their dependence…
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COVID long-haulers: Study shows who is most at risk, impact on local communities
A Japanese research team looking at COVID-19’s lingering impacts on survivors and local communities found that having a mild case…
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19 Excellent Outdoor Deals We Found at the REI Anniversary Sale
Summer is well on its way, and with the rise in temperatures, we’re seeing prices drop—especially at the REI Anniversary…
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Montana lentil farmers go against the grain to build thriving organic business
Timeless Seeds’s “lentil underground” continues to grow, producing nutrient-dense specialty crops while regenerating Montana’s soils and rural communities David Oien…
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Why Do You Get So Tired After Eating?
You just finished lunch. Not only do you feel full, but now the afternoon slump is setting in. Cleveland Clinic…
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Component for brain-inspired computing
Researchers from ETH Zurich, the University of Zurich and Empa have developed a new material for an electronic component that…
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The 24 Best Skin-Care Products, According to Dermatologists
The best skincare products are the ones tailored to your skin type and skin goals. Two people with different skin…
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EPA watchdog launches probe into incidents linked to popular Seresto pet collar – Investigate Midwest
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s inspector general is reviewing the agency’s handling of the tens of thousands of reported incidents…
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How To Build Mental Strength and Toughness
Our mental strength is tested all the time. You may lose your job or might be dealing with the loss…
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Childhood circumstances and personality traits are associated with loneliness in older age
Life circumstances during childhood — including having fewer friends and siblings, low-quality relationships with parents, bad health and growing up…
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Liven Up Your Activewear Wardrobe With Naomi Osaka’s New Nike Collection
Naomi Osaka’s Nike collection that dropped on May 16 is a reprieve from dull, single-purpose activewear. Naomi Osaka is our…
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California won’t ban offshore drilling after legislation stalls
“I think most legislators understand that every barrel of oil we don’t produce here under our strict environmental rules must…
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3 Reasons to Ditch Your Phone Before Bed
If your smartphone rests right next to you (or even under your pillow) every night when you go to sleep,…
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Women who embraced their partner subsequently had lower stress-induced cortisol response: Romantic partner embrace did not buffer the response to stress for men
Women instructed to embrace their romantic partner prior to undergoing a stressful experience had a lower biological stress response —…
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3 steps to identify the most impactful companies to invest in
By Howard W. Buffett 4 minute Read Every year brings another wave of challenging climate news, but 2022 seems to…
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Understanding Emotional Sobriety
When we talk about sobriety, we’re often referring to physical sobriety, the process by which a person stops using certain…
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