New study reveals the genetics of human head shape
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and KU Leuven have discovered a suite of genes that influence head shape in humans. These findings, published this week in Nature Communications, help…
Hormonal contraceptives in teens may alter risk assessment, rat study suggests
Hormonal contraceptives taken by adolescents may influence development of the brain in a way that alters the recognition of risks, a new study in rats suggests. Scientists at The Ohio…
Do pets make you happier? Study shows they didn’t during the pandemic
There is a general understanding that pets have a positive impact on one’s well-being. A new study by Michigan State University found that although pet owners reported pets improving their…
Humans are disrupting natural ‘salt cycle’ on a global scale, new study shows
The planet’s demand for salt comes at a cost to the environment and human health, according to a new scientific review led by University of Maryland Geology Professor Sujay Kaushal.…
Intermittent fasting is safe, effective for those with Type 2 diabetes, study suggests
Time-restricted eating, also known as intermittent fasting, can help people with Type 2 diabetes lose weight and control their blood sugar levels, according to a new study published in JAMA…
Ruffed grouse population more resilient than expected, genetic study finds
Despite decades of decline, a genetic analysis of ruffed grouse reveals that Pennsylvania’s state bird harbors more genetic diversity and connectivity than expected. The findings suggest that the iconic game…
Get insured, travel secure. 92% Indians like to go big on travel insurance, finds study, ET TravelWorld
Representative Image If the consumer study on the international travel behaviour of Indians were to be believed, about 92 per cent people intend to purchase travel insurance for their next…
Colorful primates don’t have better color vision, study finds
Primate species with better colour vision are not more likely to have red skin or fur colouration, as previously thought. The findings, published this week in the Biological Journal of…
New study highlights feasibility and optimization of ammonia-based power generation for carbon neutrality
Ammonia is emerging as a promising energy source to achieve carbon neutrality due to its inherent carbon-free nature. A recent study, led by Professor Hankwon Lim in the School of…
Study hints at the existence of the closest black holes to Earth in the Hyades star cluster
A paper published in the journal Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society hints at the existence of several black holes in the Hyades cluster — the closest open cluster…