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Phys.org / Why cats meow at humans more than each other
This is a story that goes back thousands of years.
Medical Xpress / EU approves Sanofi drug for chronic lung disease
The European Union has approved Sanofi and Regeneron's blockbuster drug Dupixent for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the French pharmaceutical giant said on Wednesday.
Tech Xplore / New thermodynamics method enhances maintenance and prevents failures in engineering systems
The performance and reliability of machines and devices reduce as they age. Currently, inaccurate degradation characterization leads to over- and under-maintenance, both of which have dire consequences on society. Hence, ...
Medical Xpress / New technology visualizes embryo metabolism to improve IVF success
A new technology developed by the "Bioengineering in Reproductive Health" team at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) is able to visualize the metabolism of embryos obtained through in vitro fertilization ...
Phys.org / Scientists probe chilling behavior of promising solid-state cooling material
A research team led by the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory has bridged a knowledge gap in atomic-scale heat motion. This new understanding holds promise for enhancing materials to advance an emerging ...
Medical Xpress / What is language for? Researchers make the case that it's a tool for communication, not for thought
Language is a defining feature of humanity, and for centuries, philosophers and scientists have contemplated its true purpose. We use language to share information and exchange ideas—but is it more than that? Do we use ...
Medical Xpress / Gratitude may bring longer life
People who are grateful for what they have tend to live longer, a new study reports.
Medical Xpress / Cracking the code for cerebellar movement disorders
The cerebellum is a region of the brain that helps us refine our movements and learn new motor skills. Patients and mouse models experience many kinds of abnormal movements when their cerebellum is damaged. They can have ...
Phys.org / Study examines online intimidation targeting state election administrators
In the lead-up to the 2022 U.S. midterm elections, Arizona's chief election officer Katie Hobbs received far more harassing messages on Twitter than any of her counterparts in other states. More than 30% of all tweets directed ...
Phys.org / Harmful substances in soft plastic lures: Risks for anglers and the environment
An interdisciplinary research team has demonstrated in their new study that harmful phthalates and endocrine disruptors are released from common soft plastic baits.
Medical Xpress / New study on children and food: Fruit chunks in yogurt are a turn off for one age group in particular
If you feel like your six-year-old has suddenly gotten extra fussy about the texture of their dinner, don't worry. It will pass. A new study from the University of Copenhagen's Department of Food Science demonstrates that ...
Phys.org / From space to swamp: AI method classifies mangrove species with unprecedented accuracy
Mangroves are crucial for biodiversity, climate change mitigation, and coastal protection but face threats from climate change and human activities. Traditional monitoring methods fall short in accurately capturing their ...