Science and Technolgy blog
A recent study on mice found that chronic social isolation reduces the activity of neurons in the anterior insular cortex region of the brain, resulting in impaired social memory. Treatment with (R)-ketamine counteracted this reduction, restoring social memory functioning in…
Enlarge / The left spoke has controls for adaptive cruise control and lane keeping, the right spoke is for controlling settings and audio functions. (credit: Volkswagen) Of all the recent trends in automotive technology and design, the adoption of capacitive…
A recent study published in the journal Translational Psychiatry has uncovered that a single dose of a common antidepressant, specifically a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, can change how the brain processes internal bodily sensations. This effect is particularly evident when…
Enlarge / Infrastructure! Howdy, Arsians! Last year, we partnered with IBM to host an in-person event in the Houston area where we all gathered together, had some cocktails, and talked about resiliency and the future of IT. Location always matters…
A new study clarifies how melanoma cells use cell membrane protrusions called “blebs” to burrow through tissue.
Discover the universe beyond Earth’s atmosphere with the latest astronomy news, features and articles.
A series of seven studies published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology investigated how leaders who reward flattery are perceived as naive, potentially damaging their reputation and the perceived fairness of their organizations. Flattery is an age-old tactic…
In the weird world of “fairy lanterns,” there’s a new species to admire. The mysterious parasitic herb looks like something from another planet. It’s a member of the genus Thismia. These tend to have pint-size flowers that come in wacky…
A 2020 satellite photo shows “blackwater” flowing from South Carolina’s Winyah Bay after Hurricane Sally made landfall and triggered flash flooding.
Here’s everything you need to know to see the best meteor showers of 2024.
