WEIRD SCIENCE
A study has found that sniffing female tears reduces male aggression. Depositphotos By Paul McClure 2023 Dec 21 A fascinating study has found that sniffing female tears significantly reduced male aggression and decreased activity in aggression-related brain networks. It’s suggested that the effect, which …
Trees aren’t just awkward sleeping spots for these bashful bears. Depositphotos – By Bronwyn Thompson 2023 Dec 19 – Scientists have discovered that the giant panda, long considered a bit of a loner, has a surprisingly active social life, communicating with friends and family …
A study found that the effects of alcohol intake on sperm take longer than initially thought to disappear. Depositphotos – By Paul McClure 2023 Dec 14 – A study has found that it takes longer than previously thought for the negative effects of alcohol …
Researchers have been able to accurately diagnose autism in children using AI to screen retinal photographs. Depositphotos – By Paul McClure 2023 Dec 17 – Researchers have taken photographs of children’s retinas and screened them using a deep learning AI algorithm to diagnose autism …
Media literacy is more essential than ever. Wanlee Prachyapanaprai/iStock via Getty Images Plus – By Monica Wang, Associate Professor of Public Health, Boston University – Published: 2023 Dec 13 – The global anti-vaccine movement and vaccine hesitancy that accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic …
A study has found that Swedish Viking dentistry was surprisingly advanced. AI-generated by DALL-E View gallery – 3 images – By Paul McClure 2023 Dec 14 – Researchers have examined the teeth of Swedish Vikings and found that aside from evidence of decay and …
Research shows there’s a neurobiological reason why you wake up tired after going to bed stressed. Depositphotos – By Bronwyn Thompson 2023 Dec 13 – We all know that stress can rob you of a good night’s sleep, but it’s more than just racing …
Language is no longer a consideration; both the news anchors and even interview subjects or action footage are insta-translated, complete with appropriate lip movements and retaining vocal character. Channel 1 View gallery – 3 images – By Loz Blain 2023 Dec 12 – There’s …
Electrocardiograms, or ECGs, record the electrical activity of your heart. Randy Faris/The Image Bank via Getty Images – By Virginia Singla, Clinical Assistant Professor of Cardiology, University of Pittsburgh Published: 2023 Dec 11 – Your heart’s job is to keep your pulse steady …
Hyundai’s innovative new wheel/tire system features built-in, push-button snow chains. Hyundai – By Loz Blain 2023 Dec 10 – Hyundai has presented a new wheel and tire design that incorporates built-in snow chains that deploy and retract at the push of a button, potentially …
