Solar panels are helping Syrian farmers irrigate their crops despite electricity shortages and drought. At his farm in Syria’s northeast, Abdullah al-Mohammed adjusts a large solar panel, one of hundreds…
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Amygdala’s Role in Epilepsy Sudden Death
Summary: A new study pinpointed a potential brain mechanism linked to sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP), significantly advancing our understanding of this tragic phenomenon. By examining the post-seizure phase…
Psilocybin Microdosing Promising for Mental Health Disorders
Summary: Researchers delve into the therapeutic potential of psilocybin microdosing, exploring its influence on stress resilience and compulsive behaviors in rats. While high-dose psilocybin therapy has been scrutinized for psychiatric…
Human or machine? How about both? New book explores the line between man and machine in music
Deirdre Loughridge Sounding Human book cover. Credit: Alyssa Stone/Northeastern University When Deirdre Loughridge first began teaching classes on music technology in 2012, there was a lot of talk about how…
Electrifying construction sites outside built-up areas in Norway
Energy and electricity needed to power the various machines in operation on the site. Credit: Norwegian University of Science and Technology The building and construction sector currently accounts for approximately…
Personality Disorders Linked to Increased Risk of Fatty Liver Disease
Summary: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), the most prevalent cause of chronic liver disease in affluent societies, is intrinsically linked with personality disorders. The research uncovers a tri-fold higher likelihood…
Malta to replace struggling national airline
Air Malta will operate its last flight on March 30, 2024. Malta will shut down its loss-making national carrier, Air Malta, next year and replace it with a new government-owned…
Chronic Stress and Depression Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk
Summary: A recent study highlights a potential connection between chronic stress, depression, and the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found that individuals aged 18 to 65 previously diagnosed with either…
AI designs new robot from scratch in seconds
Credit: Northwestern University A team led by Northwestern University researchers has developed the first artificial intelligence (AI) to date that can intelligently design robots from scratch. To test the new…
MDMA Makes People Feel More Connected During Conversations
Summary: Researchers shed light on MDMA’s potential to foster feelings of connection in controlled environments. Their study reveals that individuals on MDMA or methamphetamine felt more connected during conversations compared…
