Argon found in air of ancient atmosphere
Researchers have discovered argon trapped in air-hydrate crystals in ice cores, which can be used to reconstruct past temperature changes and climate shifts.
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Programmed assembly of wafer-scale atomically thin crystals
A research team develops an assembly method for atomically thin crystals at the wafer-scale.
An automatic information extraction system for scientific articles on COVID-19
VIGICOVID is a system that uses natural language questions to get answers in the avalanche of information on COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2.
Eating two servings of avocados a week linked to lower risk of cardiovascular disease
A 30-year study of more than 110,000 health professionals found that participants who ate at least two servings of avocado a week had a lower risk of cardiovascular disease compared to those who rarely ate avocados. Replacing animal products like butte…
Eating two servings of avocados a week linked to lower risk of cardiovascular disease
A 30-year study of more than 110,000 health professionals found that participants who ate at least two servings of avocado a week had a lower risk of cardiovascular disease compared to those who rarely ate avocados. Replacing animal products like butte…
Study shows critical protein may play a role in origin of mesothelioma
Researchers have discovered that a protein critical in the embryonic stages of life is reactivated in certain cases of mesothelioma, offering clues into the origin of this aggressive cancer.
The worrying arrival of the invasive Asian needle ant in Europe
A research team has, for the first time in Europe, identified a specimen of Asian needle ant (Brachyponera chinensis), a highly invasive species.
New algorithm will improve bowel-cancer patient care
An algorithm which can predict how long a patient might spend in hospital if they’re diagnosed with bowel cancer could save the money and help patients feel better prepared.
Most face masks don’t expose wearers to harmful levels of PFAS, study says
Face masks are important for slowing the spread of COVID-19 and protecting against smoke. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are added to many products to repel fluids, but their presence in face masks hasn’t been thoroughly studied. Now, resea…
Common coronavirus infections don’t generate effective antibodies against SARS-CoV-2, study finds
Researchers have shown that infections with two different common human coronaviruses (HCoVs) don’t generate antibodies that effectively cross-react with SARS-CoV-2. So, prior infection with HCoVs is unlikely to protect against COVID-19 or worsen a SARS…
Stabilizing low blood sugar in infancy prevents long-term brain damage
Low blood sugar in infancy is serious, but treatment can ward off long-term brain damage in infants, a new study has found.
Americans love football, but differ on whether kids should play
Football may be America’s most popular sport, but the nation is deeply divided about whether youth should play the tackle version of the game.
The Rule of Two helps make spaces sound better
Researchers developed a new acoustic measurement technique in a room with more acoustic combinations than there are ants on Earth.
Engineering the quantum states in solids using light
A research team has developed a platform that can control the properties of solid materials with light and measure them.
Engineering the quantum states in solids using light
A research team has developed a platform that can control the properties of solid materials with light and measure them.
Exercise may reduce depression symptoms, boost effects of therapy
Exercising for half an hour may reduce symptoms of depression for at least 75 minutes post-workout and amplify the benefits of therapy, according to two new studies.