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Tiny Creatures Break Down Plastic
Plastic pollution is a growing concern for the environment, with microplastics and nanoplastics now found in almost all ecosystems on Earth. These tiny particles, measuring
Nationalist Rhetoric Boosts Right-Wing Parties
Nationalism in political discussions activates latent nationalist views in many people, which affects voting behavior and helps right-wing parties. According to various studies, people who
Income Boosts Self-Esteem
A higher income can improve one’s perceived self-worth, according to various studies. Researchers from the City, University of London found that comparing salaries with colleagues
Renewable Energy Lowers German Electricity Prices
Germany recently shut down its last nuclear power plants, and a recent study from the Technical University of Berlin (TU Berlin) has shown that investing
Shark Skin: Key to Medical Breakthroughs?
Sharks possess a unique molecular biology that could serve as the basis for new medicines, according to a study by scientists at the Karolinska Institute.
First full human eye transplant
In a groundbreaking medical achievement, doctors at NYU Langone Health have successfully transplanted a complete eye to a patient who lost his left eye and
China tests special material for hypersonic planes.
China has developed a new coating for hyperspeed aircraft that can withstand long flights. Hyperspeed, which is over Mach 5 (6,175 km/h), could revolutionize both
Voice-based alcohol detection on smartphones.
A new app has been developed that can accurately detect blood alcohol concentration through a person’s voice. The developers claim that this technology can help
Microplastics found in human heart
A recent study conducted by the Capital Medical University (CMU) has found that microplastic particles can accumulate in the human heart and bloodstream. The study,
Suppressing negative thoughts improves mental health.
A new study conducted by the University of Cambridge has found that suppressing negative thoughts can actually help individuals with mental health problems. Traditional therapies
