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The changes in brain structure aren’t the only bodily changes caused by zero gravity.
In his new book, “The Wedge,” Scott Carney tests the boundaries of human resilience.
New research suggests anti-vaxxers overestimate all problems associated with mortality.
Why finding joy is more easily attainable than the pursuit of happiness.
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The smart toilet can analyze urine and stool samples for disease markers and can even recognize an individual user’s “analprint”.
Should humans fear artificial intelligence or welcome it into our lives?
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How can we promote the creation of new neurons – and why is it so important?
Combining various mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) can have numerous health benefits, according to new research.
New research on ankle exoskeletons show promising results.
A new study shows the benefits of calorie restriction. Never has such advice been more needed.
It’s never too late to start strengthening your brain.
Here’s how to exercise your curiosity and truly experience the world.
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Those who have experienced amputations often wonder what happened to their limb after surgery.
Novel food processing tech promises to lower sodium content without reducing flavor intensity.
A drug developed to combat Alzheimer’s Disease can trigger regeneration of tooth dentin.
A new web startup is selling algorithmically produced nudes of non-existent women. There’s still some ethical concerns.
Two types of thinking have a time-sharing deal going on in your brain.
Studies have shown that dominant sexual activity can often boost your work ethic several days after a sexual experience.
Once again, sugar-rich processed foods are shown to increase the likelihood of anxiety.
Loneliness may change how our body responds to stress.
These people had no access to magazines and, generally, no access to the internet.
It’s possible to seek equality without seeking sameness.
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From understanding human aggression to epigenetics, Stanford University offers all 25 lessons of this fascinating course for free on YouTube.
Research dating back to the 1950s explains why the foot fetish makes total sense.
Increasing numbers of seniors need help with basic tasks. It doesn’t have to be that way.
Add some color to the internal structures and you’ve got some eye-popping imagery.
Scientists figured out how a certain treatment for skin cancer gives some patients a visual “superpower.”
The bonding experience is promoted by important neurological changes.
University of Utah research finds that men are especially well suited for fisticuffs.
Now an insult, ‘cretin’ was the medical term for a debilitating disease endemic in the Alps until the early 20th century.