Science

Rocky planet discovered in outer orbit challenges planet formation theory

An international group of astronomers has identified a faraway planetary system that calls into question one of the most widely…

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Scientists discover hidden brain cells that help heal spinal cord injuries

Researchers at Cedars-Sinai have identified a biological repair process that could eventually lead to new treatments for spinal cord injuries,…

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Omega-3 fish oil supplements could backfire without this key enzyme

Nearly 19 million adults in the United States take fish oil supplements. These products are rich in omega-3 fatty acids,…

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Asteroid Bennu reveals a new pathway to life’s chemistry

When NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission returned material from asteroid Bennu in 2023, scientists confirmed that the 4.6 billion year old rocks…

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Scientists discover protein that rejuvenates aging brain cells

Scientists at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore have identified a protein that…

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Just 5 weeks of brain training may protect against dementia for 20 years

Older adults who took part in a short program designed to sharpen how quickly they process visual information were less…

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Blockbuster weight loss drugs like Ozempic deliver big results but face big questions

Three recently released Cochrane reviews conclude that GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic, can lead to meaningful weight loss. However, the…

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Depression may be the brain’s early warning sign of Parkinson’s or dementia

While there is currently no cure for Parkinson’s disease or Lewy body dementia, addressing depression early could improve quality of…

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Scientists uncover the climate shock that reshaped Easter Island

New research from the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory provides the strongest evidence so far that a prolonged drought reshaped life on…

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When immune cells stop fighting cancer and start helping it

Understanding how tumors grow and spread remains one of the biggest challenges in cancer research. Scientists at the University of…

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