Scientists Discover New Species of Ancient Alligator
A study recently published in Scientific Reports details the discovery of a previously unidentified ancient alligator species found in Thailand, which shares close evolutionary ties…
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New Study: AI Chatbots Surpass the Average Human in Creativity
A recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports suggests that large language model (LLM) AI chatbots might excel beyond the average human in creative…
The Scent of the Afterlife: Ancient Egyptian Mummification Balm Ingredients
Researchers decode the mummification balms of ancient noblewoman Senetnay, revealing her elevated status in Egyptian society. The ingredients of balms used in the mummification of…
Rewriting History: Ancient “Ivory Lady” Shatters Assumptions About Gender Roles in Iberian Copper Age Society
According to peptide analysis published in Scientific Reports, the highest-status person in ancient Copper Age Iberia was a woman, challenging previous assumptions that it was…
New Study: ChatGPT Outperforms University Students in Writing
A recent study published in Scientific Reports suggests that ChatGPT’s performance in responding to examination questions in various disciplines such as computer science, politics, engineering,…
On Thinning Ice: Emperor Penguins Face Breeding Meltdown in Antarctica
Due to unprecedented sea ice loss from climate change, four out of five emperor penguin colonies in Antarctica faced significant breeding failure in 2022. Four…
Meteoritic and Volcanic Particles May Have Promoted Origin of Life Reactions 4.4 Billion Years Ago
Chemical reactions driven by iron-laden particles from meteorites or volcanic outbursts might have led to the formation of molecules needed for the origin of life…
Hot Days, Hot Tempers: The Correlation Between Warm, Polluted Days and Dog Bites
A recent study suggests dog bites may increase by up to 11% on warmer, sunnier days, and those with high air pollution. The ten-year data…
Brain Ventricle Expansion: The Dark Side of Multiple Spaceflights on Human Brain Structure
A study reveals that spaceflight, especially longer missions with shorter recovery periods, leads to brain fluid changes that may persist before the next mission. Astronauts…
Asia’s Elephant Crisis: A Staggering 64% Habitat Loss in Three Centuries
Asian elephant habitats across Asia have decreased by over 64% since 1700, equating to a loss of 3.3 million square kilometers. Researchers found that by…
Puppy Nutrition: How a Meat-Based Diet Protects Dogs From Future Digestive Problems
Non-processed meat-based early diet reduces risk of dog digestive issues later in life. According to a recent study, feeding dogs non-processed meat, human leftovers, and…
Empowering Change: More Than Two Million Citizens Lead Europe’s Renewable Energy Revolution
More than two million citizens across 30 European countries have been involved in thousands of projects and initiatives as part of efforts to transition to…
Secrets of Marine Biology: How Four Genes Turned Whales Into Giants of the Sea
New research reveals the genes that likely allowed whales to grow to giant sizes compared to their ancestors, reports a study published today (January 19)…
Could Diplodocid Dinosaurs Whip Their Long Tails Fast Enough To Create a Supersonic Boom?
Diplodocids – large herbivorous dinosaurs with long necks and tails – may have been able to move their tails like bullwhips at speeds of up…
Major Asteroid Impact May Have Caused Mars Megatsunami
Mars Megatsunami May Have Been Caused by Chicxulub-Like Asteroid Impact A Martian megatsunami may have been caused by an asteroid collision similar to the Chicxulub…
Cat & Dog Owners: Feeding Pets Dry Food Reduces Their Environmental Impact
Dog and cat owners could significantly reduce the environmental impact of their pets’ diets by feeding them dry food (consisting of kibble or biscuits) rather…
Co-Existence of Modern Humans and Neanderthals in France and Northern Spain
New research reveals that modern humans and Neanderthals co-existed in France and northern Spain for 1,400 to 2,900 years, as determined through advanced radiocarbon-dating and…
Bitcoin Is As Costly to Environment As Beef Production
Taken as a share of the market price, the environmental costs of mining the digital cryptocurrency Bitcoin are more comparable to the climate damages of…
