Archaeologist excavating the site of Pañamarca in Peru’s Ancash Region have discovered a painted throne room belonging to a powerful Moche woman. The Moche culture, also known as the Mochica…
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Omitting biopsy with negative MRI reduces detection of clinically insignificant prostate cancer: Study
Omitting biopsy in patients with negative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) results is associated with a significantly reduced relative risk for detecting clinically insignificant prostate cancer, according to a study published…
Cognitive behavioral therapy program aids insomnia in breast cancer survivors
An in-home, voice-activated cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program improves insomnia symptoms among breast cancer survivors, according to a study published online Sept. 24 in JAMA Network Open. Claire M. Starling,…
Shape-morphing brain sensor adheres to curved surfaces for ultrasound neurostimulation
Our brain sensor adheres strongly to the surface of brain tissue. In the case of a rat brain (as shown in the bottom-left photo), the sensor remains securely attached even…
Novel recycling process for rare-earth elements could improve green technology and boost carbon neutrality
Schematic of the SEEE process. Credit: Hang Hua et al. In a recent study published in Engineering, researchers from Kyoto University have unveiled a novel method for the efficient separation…
‘Night Magic’ invites you to celebrate the living wonders of the dark
Night MagicLeigh Ann HenionAlgonquin Books, $30 I feel like I’ve been out all night. In my mind, I’ve been walking the mountains and meadows of the Appalachian region after dark.…
New upgrade will supercharge atomic vision of the world’s most powerful X-ray laser
SLAC received the second LCLS-II-HE cryomodule from Jefferson Lab on March 5, 2024. In Jefferson Lab fashion, it was decorated and delivered to celebrate the nearest holiday—this time, St. Patrick’s…
Unexpected Sounds Boost Dopamine, Leading to Riskier Decisions
Summary: A new study shows that unexpected sounds can cause dopamine bursts in the brain, which may lead to riskier decision-making. Researchers found that participants were 4% more likely to…
COP30 Amazon host strikes “largest carbon credit sale in history”
A coalition of governments and multinational corporations promises to pay Pará state $180m to save its rainforest A coalition of developed countries and corporations has agreed to a massive purchase…
