A Northwestern Medicine study finds levetiracetam, a common seizure medication, could prevent Alzheimer's by stopping toxic protein buildup, but it may need to be taken up to 20 years before symptoms appear.
Scientists have discovered that applying targeted electrical currents to specific brain regions can temporarily make people less selfish and more likely to share money with others, revealing hardwired altruistic circuits.
New research reveals that specific neurons in the brain's hypothalamus are crucial for improving exercise endurance and post-workout recovery in mice.
Ice skating's science involves pressure, frictional heating, and a quasi-liquid layer on ice, explaining why narrow blades glide. Historical bone skates date back to 1173 London.
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Scientists have developed innovative smart underwear that monitors flatulence, revealing healthy adults fart far more frequently than previously thought. The device could transform research into digestive conditions like IBS.
Researchers at Nanyang Technological University have created a novel oral compound that reduces dietary fat absorption in the intestines without affecting appetite or brain chemistry, offering an alternative to injectable weight loss drugs.
A groundbreaking study reveals the HOXD13 gene enables melanoma to grow and evade immune attacks, offering hope for new treatments to save thousands of lives annually.
Scientific review reveals He Shou Wu, a traditional Chinese herb used for centuries, may combat pattern baldness by targeting multiple biological causes simultaneously, offering potential for actual hair regrowth.
Creatine, a popular gym supplement, shows promise in Alzheimer's treatment, with a pilot study revealing cognitive improvements and expert backing on a major podcast.
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Scientists warn a common food poisoning bacteria producing colibactin toxin could explain the surge in colorectal cancers among under-50s, following actor James Van Der Beek's death.
A groundbreaking study analyzing 6,000 years of Himalayan earthquake data finds major quakes are unpredictable, challenging the myth of an 'overdue' massive seismic event in the region.
Explore how the heart evolved from a mystical organ in ancient Egyptian judgment to a symbol of love today, through medieval relics and scientific discoveries.
Professor John Donoghue, creator of the first brain chip BrainGate, believes brain-computer interfaces are approaching a breakthrough for restoring speech and movement.
New genetic research reveals the Bell Beaker people who replaced Stonehenge's Neolithic builders originated from a mix of hunter-gatherers and steppe migrants in northwest Europe, not Iberia as previously thought.
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Archaeologists have uncovered 12,000-year-old sewn animal hide clothing in Oregon caves, revealing advanced Ice Age craftsmanship that predates Egypt's pyramids by millennia.
A study of 26,000 people in their 50s found moderate cannabis users had larger brain areas linked to memory and cognition, while heavy users showed no such benefit.
International researchers discover that the HOXD13 protein is crucial for melanoma tumor growth and immune evasion, offering new treatment avenues for this deadly skin cancer.
Scientists are testing CRISPR gene-editing as a potential one-time treatment for high cholesterol, with early studies showing dramatic LDL reductions. However, experts warn of safety unknowns and stress current medications and lifestyle remain crucial for
New research from The Kinsey Institute shows that most people experience passionate love twice in their lifetime, challenging the 'one true love' narrative of classic films.
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New research shows astronauts' brains move upward and backward in the skull during space missions, with longer stays causing greater shifts. Most changes return to normal within six months after returning to Earth.
An 11-year-old boy's family outing in Wyoming led to the historic discovery of a near-perfect 48-million-year-old turtle fossil, now named 'Little Timmy'.
University of Maryland scientists use smart underwear sensors to discover people fart 32 times daily on average, far more than previously thought, with extreme variations between individuals.
A podcast revisits the question of whether evolutionary theory requires updating in light of modern scientific discoveries and debates.
A new scientific critique challenges a study claiming the Shroud of Turin is a medieval forgery, reigniting the centuries-old debate over the relic's mysterious origins.
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A small copper-alloy artefact, long overlooked in a museum collection, has been identified as the world's earliest known metal drill, pushing back the timeline for advanced rotary drilling technology by over two millennia.
Archaeology students discovered a 9th-century mass grave containing remains of an unusually tall man who underwent trepanation, offering new insights into Viking-era conflicts and medical practices.
Newly released documents detail Jeffrey Epstein's close ties to the scientific community, revealing his cultivation of relationships with scientists and his interests in their work.
A study of over 130,000 people found habitual coffee or tea drinkers had a 15-20% lower dementia risk. Researchers caution more evidence is needed.
New research identifies beta-sitosterol in aloe vera as a potential Alzheimer's treatment, targeting enzymes linked to memory loss and cognitive decline in the UK's most common dementia.
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Scientists have created the most complete skeletal model ever of a 10-metre-long 'dinosaur-killer' crocodile that terrorised prehistoric waters 76 million years ago.
