Chickens genetically modified to be impervious to bird flu may one day prevent the spread of the disease on farms, a study suggests. Just small tweaks to a single gene…
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A human-inspired robotic hand based on a modular structure
The components of the team’s robotic hand. (a) The design of the bones for the index finger is based on the human index finger bones. There are four bones connected…
One million coal jobs face the axe globally by 2050
China and India will see the biggest coal job losses and need to plan support for affected communities, Global Energy Monitor warns The global coal industry may have to shed…
Maternal obesity predicts heart disease risk better than pregnancy complications, finds study
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes have recently been associated with a higher risk of developing heart disease later in life. But a new…
International team of scientists says identifying some foods as addictive could shift attitudes, stimulate research
Researchers from the United States, Brazil, and Spain joined in an analysis of ultra-processed food published in the Oct. 10 special edition of the British Medical Journal, stating there is…
Emotional Training Strengthens Mother-Baby Bonds
Summary: Up to one-third of mothers struggle to bond with their babies, leading to emotional distress for both, but a new approach may offer hope. Researchers trained expectant mothers, particularly…
Early Parental Bonds Shape Future Empathy
Summary: A new study links early parental bonding with children’s future prosocial behavior, exhibiting kindness and empathy. Utilizing data from over 10,000 people born from 2000-2002, the study illustrates the…
As drone traffic increases, researchers turn to AI to help avoid collisions
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Autonomous drone aircraft traffic in uncontrolled airspace below 400 feet altitude is expected to substantially increase in the next few years. Experts anticipate a fleet of…
AI Predicts Schizophrenia Via Hidden Linguistic Patterns
Summary: Scientists utilize AI language models to discern subtle speech patterns in schizophrenia patients, paving a new path in psychiatric assessment. Published research indicates that the AI could predict word…
