Snake urine could cure kidney stones and gout – Scientists
Scientists are investigating how snakes crystallise waste into solid uric acid spheres, a process that could lead to new treatments for gout and kidney stones.
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Frequent ‘ums’ may reveal early cognitive decline
A new study finds that frequent pauses and filler words like “um” in everyday speech strongly correlate with subtle declines in executive function.
Mysterious interstellar object unexpectedly begins to brighten
Astronomers are investigating why interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS brightened much faster than expected near the Sun, suggesting its composition or speed may hold the answer.
New drug combo found to slow deadly prostate cancer — Study
A UCL-led international study has discovered that combining niraparib with standard prostate cancer therapy can significantly slow disease progression in men with specific genetic mutations.
Scientists discover hair growth breakthrough using common sweetener
Australian scientists have found that steviosides, compounds from the natural sweetener stevia, may significantly enhance the effectiveness of the popular hair loss drug minoxidil.
Surgeons achieve World’s first pig-to-human liver transplant.
Chinese doctors have performed the world’s first pig-to-human liver transplant, keeping the patient alive for nearly six months and marking a major advance in xenotransplantation research.
Leading computer science professor says ‘everybody’ is struggling to get jobs…
A leading computer science professor says that graduates across the board are now finding it difficult to secure jobs, signalling a deeper shift in the tech industry.
Why the brain remembers some memories and forgets others…
Boston University researchers found that neutral memories can last longer when linked to emotional events, offering new clues into how the brain stores information.
Why scientists frowned upon Carl Sagan
Many scientists historically disparaged Carl Sagan as being more showman than serious researcher, detractors undervalued the vital role he played in popularizing science and inspiring public engagement.
Marijuana inhalation raises asthma attack risk by 44%, research shows
A new study has linked daily marijuana use to a 44 per cent higher risk of asthma and increased likelihood of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).