Researchers at the University of Helsinki have developed TriSb92, a molecule that can effectively prevent infection from all known SARS-CoV-2 variants when administered nasally. The molecule targets a common region in the virus’s spike protein and inhibits its functioning. Experiments on cell cultures and animal models have shown its efficacy against even the latest variants, … Read more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think and act like humans. AI technologies enable computers to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, and language translation. A study led by a professor from the University of Central Florida … Read more
Earth’s Ozone Hole 2020. Credit: ESA In the 1980s, scientists discovered a gaping hole in Earth’s ozone layer, caused by humanmade chemicals. But thanks to the historical Montreal Protocol, the world came together to take bold action to save our planet. Decades later, we can see the steady recovery of the ozone hole. How did … Read more
Epilepsy is a neurological condition characterized by recurrent seizures or convulsions. It affects people of all ages and can cause a wide range of symptoms, from mild to severe. Recent research conducted by psychologists at the University of Vienna has found that there is no scientific basis for the claimed beneficial impact of Mozart’s Sonata … Read more
In a new opinion paper published in Trends in Genetics, evolutionary geneticist Asher Cutter highlights the ethical and scientific considerations surrounding “genetic welding,” the use of CRISPR-Cas9 technology to alter the evolutionary course of organisms by inserting easily-spread genes. Cutter emphasizes the need to examine the potential long-term consequences of genetic welding on natural populations … Read more
Researchers have debunked the myth that drugs enhance creativity. Their psychological study found narcotics to be ineffective in inspiring imagination. Instead, complex training programs, meditation, and cultural exposure were identified as the most effective ways to boost creativity. The findings are particularly relevant for those who rely on their creativity for a living and offer … Read more
By Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania March 28, 2023 Survey research plays a vital role in informing policy decisions, political campaigns, and understanding societal needs. However, recent concerns about refusal rates, inaccurate forecasts, contradictory findings, and declining trust in institutions have raised questions about the reliability of surveys. In response, an … Read more
Clouds play a crucial role in regulating Earth’s climate, impacting the water cycle, atmospheric dynamics, and energy balance. Studying them, however, has been challenging due to limitations in spaceborne imaging technology. Researchers from the Technion have developed an efficient inverse rendering framework for 3D cloud distribution recovery. This breakthrough, published in Intelligent Computing, addresses previous … Read more
The Soyuz MS-22 crew ship is pictured docked to the Rassvet module. In the background, the Prichal docking module is attached to the Nauka multipurpose laboratory module. Credit: NASA The uncrewed Roscosmos Soyuz MS-22 spacecraft made an automated, parachute-assisted landing in Kazakhstan at 7:46 a.m. EDT (5:46 p.m. Kazakhstan time) on Tuesday after undocking as … Read more
A recent study led by SETI Institute Senior Research Scientist Kim Warren-Rhodes and published in Nature Astronomy brings us closer to discovering extraterrestrial life by mapping scarce life forms in extreme environments. The interdisciplinary research focuses on life hidden within salt domes, rocks, and crystals at Salar de Pajonales, situated at the border of the … Read more