Melting Mysteries on Mars: Gullies May Have Formed by Recent Periods of Liquid Meltwater
In a new study, scientists how gullies on the slopes of Martian craters could have formed by on-and-off periods of meltwater from ice on and…
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COVID-19 Vaccine Showdown: Moderna Takes the Edge Over Pfizer-BioNTech for Seniors
A study of older U.S. adults led by researchers at Brown University found that the risk of negative effects of both mRNA vaccines is exceptionally…
New Study: Vitamin D Could Ease Psoriasis Severity
New research indicates that the consumption of vitamin D-rich foods or the use of supplements could be beneficial for those dealing with psoriasis. Over eight…
2D Electronics Breakthrough: Researchers Resolve Long-Standing Roadblock by Observing Spin Structure in “Magic-Angle” Graphene
A group of scientists, headed by researchers from Brown University, have discovered a solution to a longstanding obstacle in the realm of two-dimensional electronics, by…
Unexpected Dietary Habits of Elephants: Surprising Variation in Meals, Similar to Humans
A detailed analysis of the dietary habits of elephants showed surprising variation from meal to meal, which could have important ramifications for wildlife protection and…
Pregnancy Exposure to “Forever Chemicals” May Fuel Childhood Obesity
A federally funded study led by researchers at Brown University showed links between prenatal exposure to PFAS substances and slightly higher BMI in children. The…
A Toast to Science: Researchers Unveil the Mystery Behind Champagne’s Elegant Bubbles
Fluid mechanics researchers found that surfactants give the celebratory drink its stable and signature straight rise of bubbles. Researchers from Brown University and the University…
Pioneering Experimental Method Unlocks Spin Structure Secrets in 2D Materials
By observing spin structure in “magic-angle” graphene, a team of scientists led by Brown University researchers has found a workaround for a long-standing roadblock in…
Revolutionary Brain Tumor Treatment Discovered in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Researchers found that a derivative of the natural compound indirubin offers a new approach to treating glioblastoma in mice, which will inform future research in…
Saving Money and Improving Lives: The Benefits of Non-Drug Interventions for Alzheimer’s Care
A Brown-led research team utilized computer modeling to demonstrate that, in comparison to conventional care, four interventions for dementia care resulted in cost savings of up…
Previously Undetectable: Releases of Deep-Sea Methane Happen More Often Than Expected
New findings reveal that deep-sea methane deposits are converting into gas at a higher rate than previously observed and that a specific group of fossilized…
How Machine Learning Could Predict Rare Disastrous Events – Like Earthquakes or Pandemics
Scientists can use a combination of advanced machine learning and sequential sampling techniques to predict extreme events without the need for large data sets, according…
MIT Discovery Could Unlock a Safer and Lighter Lithium Battery
Solid-state lithium batteries are impacted by the growth of branchlike metallic filaments. A recent study delves into the formation of these filaments and provides a…
Why Kids Are “Smarter”: Study Reveals Explanation for Faster Learning
If you’ve ever thought your children in elementary school were “smarter” than you, or at least quicker at taking up new skills and knowledge, new…
Scientists Discover New Permanent Changes Caused by Giving Birth
A study of primates reveals permanent changes in bone composition after birth and breastfeeding. Reproduction permanently alters females’ bones in ways not previously known, a…
Against Common Belief – Invasive Species Are Often Beneficial
A Brown University biologist calls for a more balanced view of invasive species. Invasive species, also known as non-native species, have become much more well-known…
New Molecule Destroys Alzheimer’s-Causing Amyloid Tangles
A molecule found in green tea helped UCLA biochemists in the discovery of multiple molecules capable of destroying tau fibers. University of California, Los Angeles…
High Fish Consumption Has Been Linked to a Greater Likelihood of Developing Cancer
A study finds that high fish consumption is associated with an increased risk of melanoma. According to a large study of US adults published in…
