Science & Technology
A better way to study ocean currents
Computer scientists and oceanographers developed a machine-learning model that generates more accurate predictions about the velocities of ocean currents. The model could help make more precise weather forecasts or effectively predict how oil will spre…
Automated window shades show potential for significant energy savings
Automated insulating window shades can cut energy consumption by approximately one-quarter and may recoup the cost of installation within three to five years, according to a landmark study. The study showcases a promising path for sustainability and en…
Automated window shades show potential for significant energy savings
Automated insulating window shades can cut energy consumption by approximately one-quarter and may recoup the cost of installation within three to five years, according to a landmark study. The study showcases a promising path for sustainability and en…
Pet owners with hoarding tendencies may take toll on health of themselves, animals in care, study finds
Animal lovers who strive to care for many pets — and have personal hoarding tendencies — may risk the quality of their own wellbeing and that of those under their care, a recent collaborative study finds.
Study finds carrying pollen heats up bumble bees, raises new climate change questions
A new study finds carrying pollen is a workout that significantly increases the body temperature of bumble bees. This new understanding of active bumble bee body temperatures raises questions about how these species will be impacted by a warmer world d…
Impact of ancient earthquake revealed
By combining the scientific powerhouses of genetics and geology, researchers have identified a new area of coastal uplift, which had been hiding in plain sight.
Assessing emotions in wild animals
A new study examines indicators of mental wellbeing in wild animals to improve conservation efforts.
Curved spacetime in a quantum simulator
The connection between quantum physics and the theory of relativity is extremely hard to study. But now, scientists have set up a model system, which can help: Quantum particles can be tuned in such a way that the results can be translated into informa…
Non-antibiotic treatment for women with persistent acne shown to be effective
A team of researchers has shown that a cheap and readily available drug, used to treat high blood pressure, could help the thousands of women who suffer from persistent acne.
Non-antibiotic treatment for women with persistent acne shown to be effective
A team of researchers has shown that a cheap and readily available drug, used to treat high blood pressure, could help the thousands of women who suffer from persistent acne.
Blind trust in enhancement technologies encourages risk-taking even if the tech is a sham
A placebo effect can make users overconfident when they think tech is helping them.
Blind trust in enhancement technologies encourages risk-taking even if the tech is a sham
A placebo effect can make users overconfident when they think tech is helping them.
Extremely hot days are warming twice as fast as average summer days in North-West Europe
New study analyzed data on near-surface air temperatures recorded for North-West Europe over the past 60 years. The findings show that the maximum temperature of the hottest days is increasing at twice the rate of the maximum temperature of average sum…