NASA InSight study finds Mars is spinning faster

NASA’s InSight lander captured this selfie on April 24, 2022, the 1,211th Martian day, or sol, of the mission. Dust on its solar panels caused the lander to lose power…

Postpartum depression drug heralds new hope for moms, says physician

For some new mothers, what should be a joyous time is anything but, due to postpartum depression. Credit: Emily Faith Morgan, University Communications The Food and Drug Administration announced Friday…

Putting a premium on peace of mind

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Two out of five homes worldwide have at least one smart device that is vulnerable to cyber-attacks. Soon, that new smart TV or robot vacuum you’ve…

Robotic sea turtle mimics uniquely adaptable gait

Turtle-robot making its way across varied terrain on campus. Credit: University of Notre Dame Sea turtles can glide majestically through ocean waters and maneuver like armored vehicles over rocks and…

Depression and Anxiety Are Not Cancer Risk Factors

Summary: The association between depression, anxiety and cancer risk has been a point of contention in scientific circles. In an new study a multi-national team refutes the idea that these…

Archaeologists identify Roman road network |

Archaeologists from the University of Exeter have used laser scans to reveal a Roman road network that spanned Devon and Cornwall. The discovery was made as part of the Environment…

Dog’s Facial Markings Influence Human-Canine Communication

Summary: Researchers discovered that the complexity of a dog’s facial markings affects human interpretation of their expressions. It was revealed that dogs with plainer faces make more facial expressions and…

4 Los Alamos scientists win DOE Early Career Research Awards

Newswise — LOS ALAMOS, N.M., Aug. 7, 2023 — In a banner year for Los Alamos National Laboratory in the competition for Department of Energy Early Career Research Awards, four…

Embrace Wellness with AI: Chatbots Boosting Exercise, Diet, and Sleep Quality

Summary: Researchers found artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots can significantly enhance physical activity, diet, and sleep patterns. The study, the first systematic review and meta-analysis of its kind, shows that chatbots…

Untangling the Ties Between Chronic Pain and Mental Health

Summary: A recent commentary underscores the complex relationship between chronic pain and mental health disorders like depression and anxiety. The interaction is revealed to be driven by a bi-directional feedback…