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Researchers find vaccine cuts cervical cancer by 87%
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine reduces cervical cancer rates by 87% in women who were offered the jab between the ages of 12-13.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 22, 2022


Early man's food choices discovered through prehistoric pot residue
To reconstruct the cookery of people who lived thousands of years ago, bones and plant remains can tell us which ingredients were available
Joseph Shavit
Mar 22, 2022


Research shows healthy home cooking equals a healthy mind
New research has found being confident in the kitchen is not only good for your taste buds: it’s also good for your mental health.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 22, 2022


Could 'Information' be the fifth form of matter in the universe?
This would be a eureka moment because it would change physics as we know it and expand our understanding of the universe.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 22, 2022


Wind and solar could replace coal power in Texas
Texas can be a model for the nation on how to effectively replace coal with wind and solar for the state’s energy needs.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 22, 2022


Quantum charging will make charging electric cars as fast as pumping gas
Quantum charging will cut the charging time of electric vehicles from ten hours to three minutes
Joseph Shavit
Mar 22, 2022


Are younger drivers buying electric cars — just to ‘appear’ eco-friendly!
In a recent poll, younger drivers were much more concerned with appearing environmentally friendly than their older counterparts.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 21, 2022


‘Worm-on-a-chip’ device can help diagnose lung cancer
Today, scientists report a device that uses the tiny worms to detect lung cancer cells and could help diagnose cancer at an earlier stage.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 21, 2022


Brain cells that control anxiety and stress-related mental disorders identified
Advances in microscopic imaging have led to the exciting discovery of a small group of brain cells that control stress-induced responses.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 21, 2022


Crunchy ice cream no more! New innovation prevents ice crystals from ruining ice cream
Scientists report that a form of cellulose obtained from plants can be added to the tasty treat to stop crystals cold.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 21, 2022


New form of ice discovered! Likely found in water-rich planets outside our solar system
Researchers have discovered a new form of ice, redefining the properties of water and our understanding of distant, water-rich planets.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 20, 2022


Origins of Life? Scientists create RNA molecule that follows Darwinian evolution
Researchers have for the first time been able to create an RNA molecule that replicates, diversifies and develops complexity.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 20, 2022


Could we make cars and spaceships out of petroleum waste?
A new method could turn refinery byproducts into high-value, ultralight structural materials for cars, aircraft, and spacecraft.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 20, 2022


Tea, coffee, or water? Here’s what your go-to daily drink says about you
If a midday slump has you reaching for a pick-me-up, you might want to think twice before picking up coffee.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 19, 2022


Space station studies into the origins of life and the early universe
Research conducted aboard the International Space Station is helping scientists answer questions about the formation of the universe
Joseph Shavit
Mar 19, 2022


New process converts air pollution into useful products
UC chemical engineers are developing new processes to convert carbon dioxide into useful products using tandem electrodes.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 19, 2022


Sharks take naps with their eyes open!
It turns out these predators love to grab a nap when there’s nothing going on and some actually sleep with their eyes wide open!
Joseph Shavit
Mar 19, 2022


A gene discovery could prevent Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the destruction of a specific population of neurons.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 18, 2022


Moon’s orbit can become a gravitational wave detector
The Moon’s exact position is known with an error of at most one centimeter, thanks to the use of lasers sent from different observatories.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 18, 2022


Mouth taping can improve blood oxygen levels and quality of sleep, expert says
It’s tough to tell your body to breathe through your nose at night, but you can force it to with a trick that’s growing in popularity.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 18, 2022
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