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Melatonin Receptor is Key to REM Sleep and Memory
Summary: Scientists have identified the melatonin MT1 receptor as a key regulator of REM sleep, crucial for memory, dreaming, and emotional regulation. This discovery may pave the way for targeted…
“Sleeping on It” Helps With Rational Decision Making
Summary: A new study reveals that while snap judgments heavily influence decisions made immediately, “sleeping on it” helps people make more rational choices. Researchers found that participants who made instant…
Here’s how to maintain healthy smartphone habits
Credit: CC0 Public Domain What is the first thing you do in the morning after you awaken? Many people immediately check their phones for notifications of messages, alerts and social…
Alaska Airlines grounds flights at Seattle briefly due to tech outage
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Alaska Airlines said it grounded its flights in Seattle briefly on Sunday night due to “significant disruptions” from an unspecified technology problem that was resolved by…
Aviation can achieve net-zero by 2050 if immediate action is taken, says report
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Cambridge University has today released a report outlining a five-year roadmap to help the aviation sector achieve net-zero climate impact by 2050. Despite ambitious pledges from…
100+ Genes Linked to Anxiety Disorders Identified
Summary: A large-scale genetic study involving over 1 million participants has uncovered more than 100 genes associated with anxiety. Researchers found that these genes contribute to the development of anxiety…
Musk’s X platform takes first step toward lifting Brazil ban
Justice Alexandre de Moraes has been engaged in a long feud with X’s owner, billionaire Elon Musk, as part of his drive to crack down on disinformation in Brazil. Social…
Is life getting better for China’s tech billionaires?
Shenzhen, the city that is home to many of China’s largest tech companies. Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain According to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Pony Ma, co-founder of Tencent Holdings,…
Serotonin Receptor Dampens Visual Input to Enhance Internal Processes
Summary: The 5-HT2A receptor in the brain reduces incoming visual information, allowing more space for internal thought processes. Researchers found that this receptor, when overactivated, suppresses sensory input, potentially explaining…
