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Fundamental mechanics help increase battery storage capacity and lifespan
Phys.org - 30 Aug 2021 14:52
Batteries are widely used in everyday applications like powering electric vehicles, electronic gadgets and are promising candidates for sustainable energy storage. However, as you've likely noticed with daily charging of...
Quantum crystal could reveal the identity of dark matter
Live Science - 30 Aug 2021 13:00
By entangling the motion and quantum properties of a beryllium crystal, scientists have achieved unprecedented precision for measuring electromagnetic waves.
The Neuroscience of Why Hugs Feel So Good
Neuroscience News - 30 Aug 2021 01:22
Whether you hug to show affection to comfort a loved one in pain, researchers explore the neuroscience of why a cuddle feels so good.
Cholesterol Flags Violence Risk in People With Schizophrenia
Neuroscience News - 30 Aug 2021 01:49
Lower cholesterol levels may put people with schizophrenia at higher risk for violent behaviors, including self-harm and suicide. Researchers say lower cholesterol levels make brain cells less sensitive to serotonin, inc...
News and Images From Afghanistan Can Trigger PTSD in Military Veterans
Neuroscience News - 30 Aug 2021 01:03
Current events surrounding the withdrawal from Afghanistan and the extensive news coverage can trigger post-traumatic stress in those who served in military conflicts, including Iraq and Vietnam, researchers report.
How a Racing Heart May Alter Decision-Making Brain Circuits
Neuroscience News - 30 Aug 2021 23:49
Heightened states of arousal altered neural circuits in a brain area associated with decision making, resulting in some neurons changing from decision making to internal state monitors.
What is ESP?
Live Science - 30 Aug 2021 23:39
Also known as "the sixth sense" or "psi," extrasensory perception, or ESP, encompasses a wide range of paranormal abilities, including mind reading and predicting the future.
Why did Hurricane Ida stay so strong for so long?
Live Science - 30 Aug 2021 23:31
Coastal Louisiana provided Hurricane Ida with enough fuel to power major hurricane winds for hours.
Novel assessment of platelet-rich plasma treatment shows efficacy in patients with osteoarthritis
Science Daily - 30 Aug 2021 22:39
A pilot study combined wearable technology and patient-reported outcomes to assess the efficacy of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment in osteoarthritis (OA), finding significant improvements.
Physicist helps confirm a major advance in stellarator performance for fusion energy
Phys.org - 30 Aug 2021 22:14
Stellarators, twisty magnetic devices that aim to harness on Earth the fusion energy that powers the sun and stars, have long played second fiddle to more widely used doughnut-shaped facilities known as tokamaks. The com...
Reliable oxygenation conceivable with new design for portable concentrators
Science Daily - 30 Aug 2021 21:29
Anticipating the increased need for better oxygen concentrators as the fight against COVID-19 rages on, researchers have laid a computational framework to design the most optimal concentrator to filter ambient air and pr...
How people respond to wildfire smoke
Science Daily - 30 Aug 2021 21:29
Interviews with Northern California residents reveal that social norms and social support are essential for understanding protective health behaviors during wildfire smoke events -- information that could be leveraged to...
Newly discovered island is the closest land to the North Pole
Live Science - 30 Aug 2021 20:53
In July, a group of scientists accidentally found themselves on a tiny island in northern Greenland made up of mounds of silt and gravel. It turned out to be an unknown island.
Granulocytes may weaken immune response in connection with COVID-19
Science Daily - 30 Aug 2021 20:02
Information on granulocytes sheds light on the mechanisms associated with COVID-19 and other infectious diseases.
Genetic test better than blood test for cardiovascular diseases
Science Daily - 30 Aug 2021 20:02
Determining an individual's blood group based on genetic tests instead of merely traditional blood tests can provide a better picture of the risk of cardiovascular diseases. If a patient has two genetic variants of A, B ...
Breast milk proven to enhance heart performance in premature babies
Science Daily - 30 Aug 2021 20:02
New research demonstrates the beneficial effect of breast milk consumption on cardiovascular health and early cardiovascular development in premature infants.
At least 80% of opioid overdoses aren't fatal, but how do they affect the brain?
Science Daily - 30 Aug 2021 18:32
Scientists still know little about how opioid overdoses affect the brain and cognition. Researchers found that, while evidence exists to support a link between overdose, cognitive impairment and brain abnormalities, more...
Hobit turns immune cells into killers
Science Daily - 30 Aug 2021 18:32
Against infections, tumors and inflammations, immune cells are locally positioned as rapid reaction forces in the organs of the body. On site, they specialize and take on various tasks.
Research finds 'very low rates' of dental fluoride varnish treatment for young children
Science Daily - 30 Aug 2021 18:32
Fewer than 5% of well-child visits for privately insured young children included a recommended dental fluoride varnish application, despite mandatory insurance coverage for this service, according to a new study.
Digital archives meant to be permanent are being lost on the web
New Scientist - 30 Aug 2021 18:30
An analysis of web archives of national libraries and public records offices found that some of the documents meant to be permanent are no longer discoverable when they are moved
Digital archives meant to be permanent seem to be lost on the web
New Scientist - 30 Aug 2021 18:30
An analysis of web archives of national libraries and public records offices found that some of the documents meant to be permanent are no longer discoverable when they are moved
New cracks found on International Space Station
Live Science - 30 Aug 2021 18:19
Officials have not reported if the new cracks are causing any air leaks.