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A new study published in Molecular Psychiatry has uncovered genetic connections between dyslexia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), offering the strongest evidence yet of shared genetic influences between the two conditions. Scientists analyzed vast datasets encompassing millions of participants,…
Dangerous strains of E. coli bacteria can infiltrate the food supply through many different routes, experts explain.
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New research published in PLOS One investigates why annual events like Christmas and Ramadan often feel like they come around more quickly each year. The study, which spanned participants in the United Kingdom and Iraq, found that the perception of…
NASA’s record-breaking Parker Solar Probe will smash its own personal bests for proximity to the sun and fastest speed by a human-made object when it whizzes past our star on Christmas Eve (Dec. 24). It is unlikely to get significantly…
A study published in Sex Roles reveals that postpartum self-objectification negatively impacts women’s well-being, while self-compassion mediates these effects, promoting positive outcomes. The postpartum period can involve significant physical and psychological changes, exposing women to societal pressures and increased objectification.…
Use your digital camera to take photos through a spotting scope, and you can capture up-close images of faraway subjects (without having to break the bank).
The Archives of Sexual Behavior recently published research that examines the role of dark personality traits in activism. The findings indicate a pattern where narcissistic grandiosity is associated with higher participation in LGBTQ movements, demonstrating that motivations for activism can…
An open-source database made by MIT engineers houses over 8,000 aerodynamic car designs and could train future AI models to design EVs in the future.
A recent study in Spain found that an intake of 6 mg/kg of caffeine improved participants’ reaction times in a series of reaction tasks. It also made participants more nervous, alert, and active. The research was published in the European…
When we introduced last year’s annual list of the best games in this space, we focused on how COVID delays led to a 2023 packed with excellent big-name blockbusters and intriguing indies that seemed to come out of nowhere. The…
A2RL provided flights from San Francisco to Tokyo and accommodation so Ars could attend its race. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. TOKYO—Racing is hard. It’s hard on the teams, it’s hard on the owner’s bank account, it’s hard…
There’s a cosmic ‘Christmas Wreath’ hanging in the Small Magellanic Cloud, the James Webb and Chandra telescopes revealed in a sparkly new image.
As the Atlantic grew wider, the ancestral population of all of today’s oaks may have been straddling the continents of the Northern Hemisphere. If so, the ancestor of the oaks we know today was a widespread population that was cleaved…
In a new study published in PNAS Nexus, scientists have demonstrated that artificial intelligence can predict different types of human intelligence by analyzing connections in the brain. Using neuroimaging data from hundreds of healthy adults, they found that predictions were…
In 1974, Stephen Hawking proposed that black holes could evaporate. But do we understand how this might happen?
A new study published in Psychology of Popular Media sheds light on why some people are drawn to morally ambiguous fictional characters, such as villains and antiheroes. The research suggests that antagonistic personality traits like Machiavellianism, narcissism, psychopathy, and everyday…
The James Webb Space Telescope has confirmed 20-year-old Hubble observations that could finally explain how ancient stars can host massive planets.
From shocking studies to ESP, what do you know about the most infamous and bizarre psychological experiments ever conducted?
A meta-analytic study involving over 16,000 participants from 11 countries found that individuals with stronger core knowledge confusions are more likely to believe in the paranormal. The association was particularly pronounced among participants from Finland. The research was published in…
The Celestron PentaView’s LCD digital display makes this microscope ideal for demonstrating to a large audience.
A recent study from Stanford’s Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute has shed light on the interplay between two key brain chemicals, dopamine and serotonin, revealing their opposing roles in shaping our decisions and learning processes. Published in Nature, the research demonstrates…
Charlotte, a green sea turtle, was hit by a boat back in 2008. This left it with an affliction colloquially referred to as the “bubble butt,” a kind of floating syndrome that makes it impossible for a turtle to dive.…
Known for its uncanny resemblance to the TV character Shaun the Sheep, this adorable sea slug munches on algae to steal its ability to photosynthesize and become solar-powered.
An analysis of National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) data revealed that each additional fast-food meal per week was associated with a 4% higher likelihood of depression. This association was largely independent of obesity, although obesity did mediate the…
Florida’s non-native green iguanas become paralyzed and drop from trees when temperatures dip. Climate change could bring this problem to new areas.
Scientists say a phenomenon called “skin conductance,” which changes when you sweat, is a surprisingly accurate method for detecting emotions — with future robots that detect this able to tell your emotions.
On May 2, 2008, the Chaitén volcano in Chile awoke with unexpected fury after more than 9,000 years of dormancy. The eruption blasted rocks and ash a dozen miles into the air, and then heavy rainfall swept the fallen debris…
A recent study published in Sleep sheds light on the relationship between caffeine consumption and its impact on sleep. Researchers found that while a 100 mg dose of caffeine (roughly equivalent to one cup of coffee) can be consumed up…
The world we live in might be unrecognizable if Alexander the Great had been defeated by the Persians.
Bacteria that are mirror images of existing ones could evade our immune systems, causing serious illness.
Dec. 20, 2024: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
Satellite imagery from NASA and the European Space Agency reveal 13 years of melt on the Greenland Ice Sheet.
Over the past 12 business days, OpenAI has announced a new product or demoed an AI feature every weekday, calling the PR event “12 days of OpenAI.” We’ve covered some of the major announcements, but we thought a look at…
Paleogenomics has finally solved a question that has puzzled researchers for decades: Where did syphilis come from?
Astronomers have discovered a pair of young stars near the supermassive black hole at the heart of our galaxy. Studying them can offer a rare glimpse into how stars can endure — at least briefly — the immense gravity exerted…
On Friday, during Day 12 of its “12 days of OpenAI,” OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced its latest AI “reasoning” models, o3 and o3-mini, which build upon the o1 models launched earlier this year. The company is not releasing them…
Welcome to Edition 7.24 of the Rocket Report! This is the last Rocket Report of the year, and what a year it’s been. So far, there have been 244 rocket launches to successfully reach orbit this year, a record for…
At their best, “remastered” video games keep terrific older titles viable on new generations of hardware and for new generations of fans. At their worst, they can feel like a cash-in. So it was with some trepidation that I recently…
An initially “unknown” illness affecting hundreds in the Democratic Republic of the Congo may be attributable to malaria, malnutrition and a viral infection. But investigations are ongoing.
Craig Wright, the man who claims he invented bitcoin and has been filing lawsuits asserting intellectual property rights, was sentenced to a year in prison yesterday for committing contempt of court. The sentence is suspended and can be enforced if…
Earlier this month, startup Embodied announced that it is going out of business and taking its Moxie robot with it. The $800 robots, aimed at providing emotional support for kids ages 5 to 10, would soon be bricked, the company…
Eyelashes “micro-ratchet” structure and curved shape help wick water away from the eyes.
Researchers believe volcanic ash created dark rocks at Oxia Planum, the site of a future Mars rover landing mission. The off-color rocks may be protecting signs of life — if there ever was life on Mars.
A recent study published in Computers in Human Behavior suggests that digital maturity plays a key role in fostering social connectedness among adolescents. Researchers found that teens with higher digital maturity tend to feel more socially connected, but this connection…
On Wednesday, a startup announced TimeCapsule, a new $20 battery case purported to extend Apple AirTag battery life from one year to 10 years. The product replaces the standard CR2032 coin cell battery in the Bluetooth-based location tracker with two…
If you want to watch the next two FIFA Women’s World Cups in the US, you’ll need a Netflix subscription. FIFA confirmed the news today, marking an unexpected change for the sports event, which has historically played on free-to-air broadcast…
Science News drew millions of visitors to our website this year. Here’s a recap of the most-read and most-watched news stories of 2024.
Google will soon take more steps to make AI a part of search, exposing more users to its Gemini agent, according to recent reports and app teardowns. “AI Mode,” shown at the top left of the web results page and…
