Geert Devenster
Geert Devenster, a Tartu Ülikool graduate, is a dynamic science writer specializing in Physics and Technology. With a knack for simplifying complex topics, he bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and public comprehension. His work reflects a commitment to making science accessible and engaging for diverse audiences.
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Lost Continent Discovered Under Europe
The collision of the African and Eurasian tectonic plates in the Mediterranean region has led to the formation of the Alps and other mountain ranges
Moving Human Corpses a Year After Death
A new study published in the Forensic Science International: Synergy journal has revealed that human corpses can move for up to 17 months after death.
Reduce Heart Disease Risk with Naps
A new study has found that taking one or two short naps per week can reduce stress levels and improve overall health. However, frequent napping
Beer triggers dopamine in brain.
Beer contains an ingredient called hordenine that activates the reward center of the brain, similar to the way dopamine does. Researchers at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)
5+ Beers a Week Increases Mortality
A recent study conducted by the University of Cambridge has found that the current alcohol consumption limits set by various countries are too high. The
Alcohol-induced brain damage persists
Alcohol consumption can cause inflammation in the brain, which continues to damage nerve tissue even after weeks of abstinence. In Germany, only three percent of
Unsinkable Metal Created
Scientists at the University of Rochester have developed a nanostructure that can make all metals unsinkable. The researchers were inspired by water spiders, fire ants,
Testosterone has no effect on empathy
A new study has debunked the Extreme Male Brain theory, which posits that testosterone levels significantly affect men’s empathy and even cause autism. The theory,
Learn While You Sleep
Swiss researchers have discovered that it is possible to learn while sleeping, as long as the right sleep phase is targeted. In a groundbreaking study,
Record-breaking lightning detected in India.
In December 2014, detectors for cosmic radiation in Ooty, India, detected a record-breaking lightning bolt with an enormous voltage of around 1.3 billion volts. This