Summary: Researchers discovered a biomarker that can predict the impact of early toxic stress on infant cognitive development and health. The study used F2-isoprostane, a marker for oxidative stress, to…
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This protein may be the ‘glue’ that helps COVID virus stick
Credit: CC0 Public Domain When SARS-CoV-2 enters the human body, the virus’ spike protein binds to a cell, allowing the virus to infiltrate and begin replicating. A new study from…
Amazon tightens police access to Ring camera video
Human rights advocates contend the ability to easily share Ring doorbell and security camera video with police has exacerbated racial profiling. Amazon on Wednesday said it will stop letting police…
Shining a light on the hidden properties of quantum materials
Using an improved technique that gave access to a broader range of frequencies, the team was able to uncover some of the hidden properties of the TNS exciton condensate. Credit:…
Simulation observes three distinct phases of superconducting dynamics
A depiction of the cavity used to simulate the Cooper pairs within a BCS superconductor. Credit: Steven Burrows/Rey and Thompson groups In physics, scientists have been fascinated by the mysterious…
Self-Compassion Is Key to Happier Romantic Relationships
Summary: Self-compassion in romantic relationships leads to greater happiness for both partners. The research, involving 209 heterosexual couples, shows that men particularly benefit when their partner practices self-compassion. This study…
How NASA chases and investigates bright cosmic blips
Astronomers think a long GRB (gamma-ray burst) arises from a massive, rapidly rotating star when its core runs out of fuel and collapses, forming a black hole in the star’s…
Explore the root advantages of invasive plants under nutrient enrichment – Functional Ecologists
In this new post, Hao Liu—a postdoc from Fudan University, China—presents his work ‘Root plasticity benefits a global invasive species in eutrophic coastal wetlands’. Here he discusses the importance in…
Insurance doesn’t always cover hearing aids for kids
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Joyce Shen was devastated when doctors said her firstborn, Emory, hadn’t passed her newborn hearing screening. Emory was diagnosed with profound sensorineural hearing loss in both…
Online retailer eBay is cutting 1,000 jobs. It’s the latest tech company to reduce its workforce
In this Feb. 24, 2010 file photo, an eBay logo is seen at their offices in San Jose, Calif. Online retailer eBay Inc. will cut about 1,000 jobs, or an…
