Science and Technolgy blog
Over the last few decades, America has witnessed a substantial decline in religiosity. Although the United States remains relatively religious compared to other nations, it is markedly less religious today than it was thirty years ago. However, a recent study…
The hint of fog marks a new way to observe neutrinos, but points to the beginning of the end for this type of dark matter detection.
A new study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General reports that individuals with stronger theory of mind skills leave more positive first impressions. Building social connections is an important part of human survival, health, and happiness. While social…
Enlarge (credit: matusgajdos17 / 500px via Getty Images) For many people, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee is the start of a great day. But caffeine can cause headaches and jitters in others. That’s why many people reach for a…
How brainy was Tyrannosaurus rex? It depends on who you ask. Last year, the iconic dinosaur received the glow up of a lifetime. Neuroscientist Suzana Herculano-Houzel calculated that the fearsome reptile had 3.3 billion neurons — nerve cells — in…
Scientists harness a compound normally used in cancer treatment to reclaim rare-earth elements from electronic waste.
A single specimen of an ancient tree species was found in 1895. Now scientists are using AI to find it a mate.
A recent study, based on data from the 2005–2010 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), has found that women who rarely engage in sexual activity have a 70% higher risk of dying compared to those who have sex at…
A new study published in Science Advances has found a troubling link between recent abortion restrictions in the United States and elevated levels of mental distress, particularly among people of lower socioeconomic status. The study’s findings suggest that legislative changes,…
It’s important that we use accurate terminology when discussing how AI chatbots make up information
