Science & Technology

Kelp forms vast seaweed forests along temperate coastlines, which sequester large amounts of atmospheric carbon. But according to a new study, warming oceans could reduce the capacity of kelp forests to trap carbon for long periods in deep ocean stores…

Many tumor cells mist themselves with a protective perfume that disables the immune system. But a drug already approved for other purposes can apparently render this weapon harmless. The researchers now want to further optimize the compound. In the med…

A first-of-its-kind study of the 50 largest cities in the U.S. found a lack of preparedness, specifically to evacuate carless and vulnerable populations. Only seven cities had strong plans, including Charlotte, North Carolina; Cleveland; Jacksonville; …

The growing demand for nickel, copper, cobalt, and zinc — raw materials for solar panels and batteries — puts the mining and metals sector in the spotlight of climate change mitigation. But how does the sector itself fare when it comes to meeting the…

Do you have a secret stash of chocolates that you keep from your partner, or do you intentionally keep your spouse from knowing about something you bought online? New research indicates that small but commonly hidden actions such as these may be good f…

Gene therapy has partly restored the function of the retina’s cone receptors in two children who were born completely colourblind, reports a new study.

Researchers have made an important discovery about the way our brains process the sensations of sound and touch. The new study reveals how the brain’s different sensory systems are all closely interconnected — with regions that respond to touch also i…

People with an obsessive urge to constantly check the news are more likely to suffer from stress, anxiety, as well as ill health, finds a new study.

Caregivers who consume digital media for relaxation are more likely to engage in negative parenting practices, according to a new multinational study.

New research has found evidence that Earth’s early continents resulted from being hit by comets as our Solar System passed into and out of the spiral arms of the Milky Way Galaxy, turning traditional thinking about our planet’s formation on its head.

Marked differences in how climate change will affect different parts of Europe require further focus and political attention if European agriculture is to adapt to future climatic conditions, say researchers.

By using techniques from both genetics and oceanography, researchers have found that the mangrove populations in the Ryukyu Islands are relatively isolated from one another, which has implications for conservation.

Children’s outbursts of rage while playing digital games are causing both concern and public debate around the topic. Taking a novel approach to gamer rage, a new study examines the topic from a child’s perspective, finding complex reasons for gamer ra…

Danish smokers bought less tobacco and more of them quit smoking than usual during the COVID pandemic, according to new research. The result comes as a surprise given that mental health and exercise habits waned during the lockdown, according to a rese…

In a study of nearly 3,000 African American adults, those who reported more frequent church attendance, private prayer and ‘feeling God’s presence’ were more likely to meet the American Heart Association’s key metrics for optimal cardiovascular health,…

Adolescents who sleep less than eight hours a night are more likely to be overweight or obese compared to their peers with sufficient sleep, according to new research. Shorter sleepers were also more likely to have a combination of other unhealthy char…

One hour of walking per week is associated with greater longevity in people aged 85 years and above, according to new research. Regardless of age, adults are advised to do at least 150 minutes a week of moderate intensity activity or 75 minutes a week …

Beetle larvae, such as mealworms, are often considered to be creepy, crawly nuisances. But these insects are edible and could be a healthful alternative to traditional meat protein sources. Today, researchers report that they’ve cooked up mealworms wit…

A do-it-yourself device that started life as a hobby could help to unlock the next generation of solar energy, including advanced technology for space missions.

Biologists offer new insights into entities known as transposons, providing knowledge that could one day help in the fight against cancers and aging-related diseases.