The Heart's Journey from Ancient Rituals to Modern Symbolism
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.
Category : Research
Brain Chip Pioneer Says Tech at Tipping Point
Professor John Donoghue, creator of the first brain chip BrainGate, believes brain-computer interfaces are approaching a breakthrough for restoring speech and movement.
DNA Study Uncovers Origins of Stonehenge Builders' Replacements
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.
Oregon Cave Discovery: 12,000-Year-Old Sewn Clothing Found
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.
Moderate Cannabis Use Linked to Larger Brain Regions in Middle Age
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.
HOXD13 Protein Fuels Melanoma Growth, Suppresses Immune Response
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.
Gene Editing Trials for Cholesterol: Early Promise, Caution Urged
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
Most People Fall in Love Twice, Not Once, Study Finds
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.
Astronauts' Brains Shift in Skull During Spaceflight
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.
Schoolboy Discovers 48-Million-Year-Old Fossil in Wyoming
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'.
Smart Underwear Study Reveals True Farting Frequency
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.
From the Archive: A New Theory of Evolution?
A podcast revisits the question of whether evolutionary theory requires updating in light of modern scientific discoveries and debates.
Turin Shroud Debate Reignites Over Forgery Claims
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.
Ancient Egyptian Copper Tool Reveals Earliest Metal Drill
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.
Viking Mass Grave Near Cambridge Reveals Tall Man with Brain Surgery
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.
Epstein's Science Ties Revealed in Latest Document Dump
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.
Coffee and Tea Drinkers Show Lower Dementia Risk
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.
Aloe Vera Compounds May Help Treat Alzheimer's Disease
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.
Monster 'Dinosaur-Killer' Crocodile Reconstructed in Detail
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.
Dinosaur Skin Fossil Reveals Cellular-Level Details
A remarkably preserved 125-million-year-old fossil from China, named Haolong dongi, provides scientists with an unprecedented look at dinosaur skin at the cellular level, featuring unique spikes never before documented.
Scientists Find Hidden Vulnerability in Brain Cancer
Groundbreaking research reveals a specialised diet combined with steroids could slow glioblastoma tumour growth by exploiting a metabolic weakness in cancer cells.
Vitamin B Weakness in Brain Cancer Could Be Targeted by Diet
Scientists discover a 'hidden vulnerability' in glioblastoma involving vitamin B3 metabolism, suggesting a prescribed diet combined with steroids could slow tumour growth in this aggressive brain cancer.
Hidden Vulnerability Found in Aggressive Brain Cancer via Diet
Groundbreaking research reveals a metabolic weakness in glioblastoma tumours that can be targeted through specialised dietary approaches combined with steroid treatments.
Ancient Riverbeds May Be Biblical Eden's Lost Rivers
New analysis of satellite imagery reveals ancient riverbeds in Saudi Arabia and Iran that scholars believe may correspond to the lost rivers Pishon and Gihon from the Garden of Eden narrative in Genesis.
Chocolate Compound Theobromine Linked to Slower Ageing
A King's College London study reveals theobromine, a compound in dark chocolate, is associated with a younger biological age than chronological age in participants.
Mars Colonization: Human Body Changes and Reproduction Risks
Professor Scott Solomon's new book explores how living on Mars might shrink humans, weaken immune systems, and complicate childbirth, raising doubts about Elon Musk's 2050 settlement vision.
Mathematical Odds of Jesus Fulfilling Prophecies Are Astronomical
A mathematical analysis of Old Testament prophecies fulfilled by Jesus reveals odds of one in 10 followed by 157 zeros, a number exceeding all electrons in the observable universe.
Elephant Bone Discovery May Prove Hannibal's Alps March
A single elephant bone discovered in Spain provides the first physical evidence that Hannibal really did lead war elephants over the Alps during the Second Punic War, challenging centuries of historical debate.
UK Physics Cuts Threaten a Generation of Scientists
Significant funding cuts to particle physics, astronomy, and nuclear physics grants in the UK are driving early career researchers overseas, with experts warning of a catastrophic loss of talent and innovation.
Roman Jar Discovery Shows Human Poo Was Ancient Medicine
Archaeologists in Turkey have found the first physical evidence that ancient Romans used human excrement to treat ailments, analysing a 2,000-year-old glass vial containing faecal biomarkers and thyme.
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