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fromwww.nature.com
1 week ago

The Hidden Way Allergens Attack Nose, Throat and Lung Cells

Researchers in Beijing have identified two proteins in the mould Alternaria alternata, Aeg-S and Aeg-L, which create pores in airway cells, leading to allergic reactions.
Science
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

People like extroverted robots but they relate to the neurotic ones

Neurotic robots elicit human-like relatable responses, showing a unique emotional connection.
Pets
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Dogs prefer certain TV shows depending on their personality type, researchers find

Excitable and fearful dogs show different responses to television based on their personalities.
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

What your day of birth REALLY says about you, according to science

Birth day has no meaningful impact on personality as suggested by a rhyme.
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

'Crocodile tears' are more believable from MEN, study finds

Emotional tears have been considered honest and sincere signals, most likely because they are difficult to shed on demand. At the same time, people acknowledge that tears can be strategically used to manipulate others - so-called crocodile tears.
Mental health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Most U.S. Babies Are Missing These Essential Gut Bacteria. Here's What That Means for Their Health

The landmark study revealed that more than 75 percent of the babies were deficient in crucial gut bacteria vital for a healthy microbiome.
Public health
Social justice
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Revealed: What your TATTOOS say about you, according to science

Tattoos are now accepted as personal expression, but perceptions of personality based on tattoos vary, with cheerful designs seen as agreeable and darker imagery as unpleasant.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Struggling with creativity? You may be Googling too much, says new study

In a recent study published in the journal Memory & Cognition, researchers asked participants to brainstorm new ways to use one of two common objects-a shield or an umbrella-either with or without internet access. In some trials, study participants could access Google search; in other trials, they couldn't use a search engine. Of the groups, those with access to Google, for the most part, came up with the same common answers, often in the same exact order.
Digital life
Science
fromNature
1 month ago

How fast is your brain ageing? Ordinary scans reveal the pace

Brain images can reveal how quickly a person is ageing, highlighting features like cerebral cortex thickness and grey matter volume.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Breathing Patterns Show Differences Between Individuals

Breathing patterns are unique to individuals and can reflect mood, with accurate identification possible through airflow traits in a study involving 100 adults.
Mental health
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

When Virtual Reality Makes Time Fly (and When It Doesn't)

VR's effect on time perception depends significantly on the size of the environment, with larger spaces leading to greater time compression.
Digital life
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Is Using ChatGPT to Write Your Essay Bad for Your Brain? New MIT Study Explained.

ChatGPT usage is linked to declines in critical thinking and brain engagement.
fromwww.nature.com
1 month ago

What We Really Know about ChatGPT and the Brain

The study shows that students using AI tools like ChatGPT showed lower brain engagement compared to those who wrote essays without any online assistance.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Your AI use could have a hidden environmental cost

Generative AI tools significantly increase carbon emissions, especially with complex queries.
fromFortune
1 month ago

Leading AI models show up to 96% blackmail rate when their goals or existence is threatened, an Anthropic study says

Leading AI models are showing a troubling tendency to opt for unethical means to pursue their goals or ensure their existence, according to Anthropic.
Artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 month ago

AI users have to choose between accuracy or sustainability

AI model access improves but comes with environmental costs, as many models are overpowered for simple tasks.
Smaller models could effectively reduce carbon emissions while maintaining similar accuracy.
#climate-change
fromNature
1 month ago
OMG science

People were wrecking the climate 140 years ago - we just lacked the tech to spot it

fromNature
1 month ago
OMG science

People were wrecking the climate 140 years ago - we just lacked the tech to spot it

fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Researchers Push Vision-Language Models to Grapple with Metaphors, Idioms, and Sarcasm | HackerNoon

The V-FLUTE dataset enhances understanding of figurative language in AI, assessing the performance of vision-language models.
fromFortune Well
1 month ago

Climate change could worsen a dangerous sleep condition that already costs the global economy $30 billion dollars in lost productivity

Climate change significantly increases the risk of obstructive sleep apnea, affecting millions and costing the economy billions.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Fish feel PAIN just like humans, scientists say

Pain and distress from asphyxia in fish can be potentially mitigated by stunning methods that induce rapid loss of consciousness.
SF food
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Complaining and using the invisible brake among top annoying passenger traits

A study of 2,000 drivers indicates that annoying passenger habits like throwing wrappers, fiddling with radios, and loud phone use lead to car trip arguments.
Parenting
Relationships
fromMail Online
2 months ago

People with Botox seen as one-night stands, not long-term partners

Botox treatments enhance short-term attractiveness but do not improve desirability as long-term partners, according to a study from Tilburg University.
fromTechRadar
2 months ago

This new 75/33 work hack will make your 9-to-5 feel easier, faster, and more productive than ever

Shorter work sessions and longer breaks lead to higher productivity, according to new research.
Cancer
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Exercise improves colon cancer survival, high-quality trial finds

Exercise significantly improved fitness and reduced cancer recurrence risk in patients compared to those receiving only health education.
#ai-chatbots
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Notice My Breathing? Really?

A study revealed that a mindfulness app significantly reduced negative thinking and increased mindfulness among users, demonstrating its effectiveness regardless of available psychological care.
Mindfulness
Health
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Major study identifies common sleep habit linked to an early death

Long naps may indicate health risks and are linked to early death.
#cats
Pets
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Insights on Left-Handedness in Animals

Handedness is more common in animals than previously thought, challenging the belief that it is uniquely human.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

After the LA fires, scientists study the toxic hazards left behind

Although her home is nearly two miles from Altadena, one of two communities devastated by the wildfires that broke out in Los Angeles on January 7, the rented bungalow on Loma Vista Street in Pasadena was located downwind of the burn zone.
NYC parents
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Astronomers Intrigued by Galaxy Blasting Its Neighbor With Giant Energy Beam

Two galaxies engage in an ancient duel, with one using radiation to cripple its rival's star formation.
Higher education
fromMail Online
2 months ago

People from poor backgrounds are deemed MORE trustworthy

Trustworthiness is perceived differently based on socioeconomic background, with those from poorer backgrounds deemed more trustworthy.
#social-media
fromMashable
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Social media use may cause depression among young people, new study finds

Higher social media use is linked to increased depressive symptoms in youth, suggesting a worrying relationship impacting their mental health.
Social media marketing
fromKqed
2 months ago

Is Social Media Making Children More Depressed? UCSF Research Suggests a Link | KQED

Increased social media usage among adolescents correlates with higher depressive symptoms, highlighting potential mental health risks.
Social media marketing
fromMashable
2 months ago

Social media use may cause depression among young people, new study finds

Higher social media use is linked to increased depressive symptoms in youth, suggesting a worrying relationship impacting their mental health.
Social media marketing
fromKqed
2 months ago

Is Social Media Making Children More Depressed? UCSF Research Suggests a Link | KQED

Increased social media usage among adolescents correlates with higher depressive symptoms, highlighting potential mental health risks.
Pets
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Is your dog more social than you? Survey says yes

Dogs may have more social lives than their owners, with many dogs having their own friend groups.
#psychedelics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago
US politics

Michael Pollan on What Happens When Priests Get High

The psilocybin study revealed that many religious leaders perceived divine experiences as transformative and often feminine.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago
Alternative medicine

This Is Your Priest on Drugs

Religious leaders find transformative spiritual insights through psilocybin use in a study, advocating for psychedelics' legitimacy in enhancing spirituality.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

How your political leanings can impact your success on dating apps

Political views significantly affect online dating success, creating clear divides among users.
#health
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Cancer-causing chemicals are in many beauty products women use, a study finds

Over half of Black and Latina women in Los Angeles use personal-care products containing carcinogenic formaldehyde, raising health concerns.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Mental health

Drinking champagne could reduce risk of sudden cardiac arrest, study suggests

Lifestyle modifications can help reduce the risk of sudden cardiac arrest.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Cancer-causing chemicals are in many beauty products women use, a study finds

Over half of Black and Latina women in Los Angeles use personal-care products containing carcinogenic formaldehyde, raising health concerns.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Gorillas offer clues to how social relationships work in humans study

The study highlights that while strong social relationships can benefit female gorillas' health, they may increase illness risk in males due to energy expenditure.
Relationships
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

These are the most common insecurities fueling your dating app obsession

Dating apps can exacerbate insecurities and lead to problematic usage patterns among anxious individuals.
Startup companies
fromMail Online
3 months ago

The surprising secret to Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg's success

Left-handed CEOs like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, and Mark Zuckerberg show greater innovation and higher company returns.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

New research is bad news for vegans - even if you eat plant-based protein

"[Plant-based diets], while higher in beneficial nutrients and wholefood groups than regular meat-eaters, may lead to nutritional inadequacies if not planned appropriately."
SF food
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Medical cannabis shows potential to fight cancer, largest-ever study finds

The study on medical cannabis provides strong support for its efficacy in treating cancer symptoms and possibly the disease itself.
fromNews Center
3 months ago

Study Identifies Link Between Body Clock Disruption and Metabolic Disease - News Center

Disruptions in circadian rhythm combined with poor diet can lead to diabetes development.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

What Explains the Large Orgasm Gap Between Men and Women?

A recent German study found that participants, especially men and even many women, lack basic knowledge about the clitoris and its role in female pleasure.
Women in technology
fromScienceDaily
3 months ago

Running on empty: Poor nutrition increases injury risk for female athletes

Proper nutrition reduces injury risk in athletes, particularly female runners.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

This is how to have a perfect day, study reveals

Researchers define an ideal day based on time spent with family, friends, exercise, and limited screen time.
Personal definitions of a perfect day vary significantly across individuals.
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Doctors Just Found Something Horrifying in the Brains of Heavy Alcohol Drinkers

Heavy alcohol consumption increases the risk of brain damage and earlier death.
Moderate drinking appears to be linked to better brain health outcomes.
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