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The Wolf Amendment, a law that prevents bilateral cooperation in space research between the U.S. and China, is preventing U.S. government-funded analysis of the Chang'e 5 moon samples.

In the world of quantum computing, the Hilbert space dimension--the measure of the number of quantum states that a quantum computer can access--is a prized possession. Having a larger Hilbert space allows for more comple...

Thiamine derivatives, once developed to treat nutrient deficiencies, are now being explored for their potential effects on brain function and energy. A new study shows that TTFD, a thiamine derivative, increases dopamine...

One of the most comfortable bags we've ever used. This sling bag from Peak Design's new range is lightweight, practical and perfect for outdoor types -- but how suitable is it for photographers?

A new neuroscience study reveals that music can alter the emotional content of our memories when played during recollection. Participants who listened to emotionally charged music while recalling neutral stories later re...

Prolonged sedentary behavior in adults over 50 is linked to cognitive decline and brain shrinkage in regions vulnerable to Alzheimer's disease. Even among those who exercise regularly, spending more time sitting was asso...

"It feels like everything that I worked for has been taken down little by little."

A new study reveals that type 2 diabetes is associated with thinning of the brain's cortex in older adults, particularly in regions responsible for memory and cognition. Using brain scans from a diverse population sample...

A massive genomic study has revealed that parental age, ancestry, and smoking habits subtly influence the number of new genetic mutations (de novo mutations) passed from parents to children. By analyzing whole-genome dat...

The Large Magellanic Cloud, which is visible only from the Southern Hemisphere, has been caught in the crosshairs of the Hubble Space Telescope.