Category: 9. Sci-Tech
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Crabs can actually feel pain as scientists call for humane ways to cook shellfish
Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email Scientists called for humane ways to handle crabs, lobsters, and other shellfish in the… Continue Reading
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These Stem Cell Treatments Cost the Rich Thousands. Donors Get Paid $200
“If you are a student and you live on $700 as a monthly budget, $200 extra is nice,” says Bernow. “If you work 10 hours for me, I don’t mind paying $200. They should be paid more, but we’re not allowed to do that, and we adhere to all… Continue Reading
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What makes some cats ginger? Scientists finally have an answer
Scientists have finally uncovered the genetic mutation responsible for the orange coloration in domestic cats, solving a mystery that has puzzled researchers for years. Two research teams have independently discovered a specific deletion… Continue Reading
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The End Is Near for NASA’s Voyager Probes
Saturn as captured by the Voyager program. Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images Once the Voyagers’ planetary journeys were over, it was possible to begin a new mission phase. After their last planetary stops, both probes reached escape velocity… Continue Reading
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4 top quantum computing companies in Israel’s increasingly robust market
Within Israel’s thriving tech ecosystem, the quantum computing industry is gaining significance in the world market, according to a recent report from Startup Nation Central. The report notes that the quantum computing sector in Israel… Continue Reading
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Breakthrough brain discovery may lead to ‘yoga pill’, scientists say
Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email A breakthrough brain circuit discovery may lead to new treatments for anxiety and stress… Continue Reading
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United Nations, PlanetPlay make Play2Act to promote climate change
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has partnered with PlanetPlay, a non-profit organization dedicated to using games to promote environmental change, to launch the Play2Act initiative, the United Nations announced on their… Continue Reading
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Could a multivitamin help to save our coral reefs?
Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email As ocean temperatures and acidity continue to rise, scientists are racing to protect the… Continue Reading
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Neuroscientists taught rats how to drive
Researchers at the University of Richmond trained rats to drive miniature cars, uncovering surprising insights into their cognitive development and emotional well-being. The study equipped rats with tiny, custom-built cars and was more… Continue Reading
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UN plastics treaty talks collapse as countries fail to agree targets on cutting production
Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email Negotiations to draft a legally binding treaty to tackle the global plastic pollution crisis have ended without… Continue Reading
