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Mysterious Atmospheric Lightning Captured
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) have captured rare images of “sprites” or “kobolds,” a type of lightning that can only be seen from
Brain Region Slows Aging Process
Scientists have identified a region in the brain that influences the aging process. By injecting a protein, researchers were able to slow down the aging
Scientists develop HIV vaccine.
Spanish researchers have developed a new vaccine against the dangerous and previously incurable immune deficiency disease, AIDS. The HIV vaccine is well-tolerated and could reliably
Instant Sobriety with Nanocapsules
In a groundbreaking discovery, American researchers have found a way to become completely sober within seconds. By administering various enzymes that immediately destroy alcohol in
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
Mind Control: Devices Controlled by Thoughts
The future is looking bright for those who dream of controlling their devices with their thoughts. Scientists from around the world have been working tirelessly
New type of human brain cells discovered
A European research team has made a groundbreaking discovery of a previously unknown type of cell in the human brain. These nerve cells regulate heart
Biological Pacemaker Developed by Medics
In a groundbreaking development, American researchers are looking to replace the technology of pacemakers with reprogrammed cells. These cells are expected to permanently replace the
Birth weight affects brain size.
A recent study conducted by an international team of researchers has found a correlation between birth weight and brain size later in life. However, the
Blind mice protect against cancer
Blind mole rats, which live underground, are one of the few animals on Earth that never develop cancer. Scientists have discovered that a collective cell
