Science

Brain inflammation alters behavior according to sex, mouse study finds

Inflammation in the hippocampus -- the brain's memory centre -- significantly alters motivation and behaviour in mice, including food-seeking behaviour,…

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Conserving high-elevation grasslands in Peru is key to protect Andean bears

Andean bears carefully select the best foraging locations and plants to maximize nutrition and avoid livestock, according to a study…

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Human-like artificial intelligence may face greater blame for moral violations

In a new study, participants tended to assign greater blame to artificial intelligences (AIs) involved in real-world moral transgressions when…

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New evidence on the relationship between moderate wine consumption and cardiovascular health

Light and moderate consumption of wine is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular complications, according to a multicentre study…

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Brain cells remain healthy after a month on the International Space Station, but mature faster than brain cells on Earth

Microgravity is known to alter the muscles, bones, the immune system and cognition, but little is known about its specific…

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Prehistoric rock in Japan reveals clues to major ocean anoxic event

By studying prehistoric rocks and fossils emerging from the side of Mount Ashibetsu in Japan, researchers have precisely refined the…

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Microchips capable of detecting and diagnosing diseases

In a world grappling with a multitude of health threats -- ranging from fast-spreading viruses to chronic diseases and drug-resistant…

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The psychological implications of Big Brother’s gaze

A new psychological study has shown that when people know they are under surveillance it generates an automatic response of…

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Problems developed faster among gamers who started early

People who started playing video games at an early school age developed problematic gaming more quickly compared to those who…

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Unlocking the potential to better target cancer with immunotherapy

Australian-led research is unlocking new ways for immunotherapy to better target cancer. Cancer immunotherapy has revolutionised treatment for patients, whereby…

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