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Science X / For centuries these dazzling Roman bowls were misread—until chemical traces exposed an unexpected maker

For centuries, archaeologists debated the origins of Rome's exquisite mosaic-glass bowls. Now, chemical fingerprints in 101 ancient shards point to a surprising center of production: Italy, not Egypt. This discovery challenges ...

Apr 29, 2026
Science X / Superconductivity that shouldn't exist: Physicists dissect the mind-boggling properties of a strange quantum material

The material UTe2 exhibits multiple forms of zero electrical resistance—a phenomenon known as superconductivity—and displays several puzzling properties. After UTe2 loses its superconductivity at a certain magnetic field, ...

Apr 29, 2026
Science X / Your P@ssw0rds! no longer have to cause anxiety

Most people struggle to create and manage strong, unique passwords across many accounts. Password vaults may be helpful, but a single breach can expose dozens or even hundreds of passwords. To address these concerns, researchers ...

Apr 28, 2026
Science X / Feel the beat, not the burn: Study shows your favorite playlist can help you train harder and longer

New research from the University of Jyväskylä (JYU) shows that letting exercisers choose their own music can boost endurance by nearly 20%—without making the workout feel any tougher. The findings have practical benefits ...

Apr 28, 2026
Science X / Future-focused negative thoughts undercut present joy predicts depression more strongly than researchers expected

Imagine you are at a party having the time of your life—then you start thinking about the fact that these good feelings will fade as soon as it ends, triggering those good feelings to diminish in the moment. A recent article ...

Apr 28, 2026
Science X / This AI coach is quietly rewriting how people think about exercise

With so many health apps and wellness coaching gadgets to choose from, it might seem as if the market is already saturated. But commercial health apps often treat coaching as an optimization problem, says Matthew Jörke, a ...

Apr 28, 2026
Science X / 'Hybrid' immune cells can speed bone fracture healing by unlocking dual repair signals

Scientists from Trinity College Dublin and RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences have created new "hybrid" immune cells with the potential to help new bone form after a break by simultaneously promoting blood vessel ...

Apr 28, 2026
Science X / These tiny park-dwelling worms may reshape how human skin recovers after injury

Researchers from Lund University in Sweden collected wild flatworms from Malmo's largest park, Pildammsparken. These creatures are masters at regenerating after injury. Now, for the first time, the worms' unique ability to ...

Apr 28, 2026
Science X / Snowball Earth may hide a far stranger climate cycle than anyone expected

During the Sturtian glacial period during the Neoproterozoic Era, Earth underwent periods of global glaciation, which have been described as either "Snowball" and "Slushball" Earth scenarios. In Snowball Earth models, the ...

Apr 28, 2026
Science X / ADHD's biggest mystery may not be attention at all but a hidden brain fuel problem driving everything

The number of people in Europe diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has continued to rise steadily, not only among children, but increasingly among adults and women. Despite this, it is still not ...

Apr 28, 2026
Science X / Electrochemistry captures coffee's taste, powering a more consistent cup

It takes a surprising amount of work to keep coffee consistent cup to cup. An electrifying new approach from University of Oregon researchers could make the task easier. They've discovered a way to measure the flavor profile ...

Apr 28, 2026
Science X / Forget the caveman myth: Neanderthal brains challenge what we thought we knew

We appear to have more in common with our Neanderthal cousins than outward appearances would suggest. New research published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that the differences between ...

Apr 28, 2026