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Decline in Performance after Elementary School Segregation
A new study from Bavaria has found that dividing students into Hauptschule or Realschule after fourth grade leads to a decline in academic performance. The
JuQueen Supercomputer aids scientists
Europe’s most powerful supercomputer, JuQueen, has been inaugurated at the Jülich Research Center. With a processing power of 5.9 petaflops, or nearly six quadrillion operations
Altered Genes Trigger Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men, affecting mostly older individuals but also younger men. A team of researchers from Germany has discovered
Light disrupts bird mating season
New research has shown that the artificial light from street lamps and buildings in cities affects the mating season of birds. According to the study,
Rare Bacteria Create Tiny Gold Nuggets
In a remarkable discovery, Canadian scientists have found that a bacterium called Delftia acidovorans can transform harmful gold ions into tiny gold nuggets. The bacteria
Bedroom Bondage: Happy and Healthy
BDSM: Healthy and Happy Sexual Practitioners Many people view BDSM sexual practices negatively, often accompanied by terms such as “perverted,” “abnormal,” or “disturbed.” However, a
Positive Social Impact of Hero-based Video Games
A new study conducted by researchers at Stanford University has found that playing hero characters in video games can have a positive impact on social
Caribbean Coral Reefs in Danger
The beautiful coral reefs of the Caribbean are in danger, according to British researchers who have found that many of the corals are no longer
Placebo Research: Medical Experts’ Conclusion
Medical researchers have confirmed that placebos, including medications without active ingredients and empathetic doctors, can help alleviate patients’ pain. This week, numerous international medical professionals
Prostate Cancer Treatment Study Launched
Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer among men in Germany. A new large-scale study involving 7,600 patients aims to compare and evaluate
