Summary: A new study sheds light on the phenomenon of ‘delusions of control’, often experienced by schizophrenia patients. This condition, marked by the belief that one’s actions are controlled by…
Category: Life
Soil microbes that survived tough climates can help young trees do the same
Microbial stress can be a boon for young trees. Saplings grown in soil microbes that have experienced drought, cold or heat are more likely to survive when faced with those…
5,000 deep-sea animals new to science turned up in ocean records
More than 5,000 animal species previously unknown to science live in a pristine part of the deep sea. Their home — called the Clarion-Clipperton Zone — sits in the central…
Here’s how AI is protecting bees and helping farmers pollinate crops
Artificial intelligence (AI) offers a new way to track the insect pollinators essential to farming. In a new study, we installed miniature digital cameras and computers inside a greenhouse at a strawberry farm…
Spiny mice have armadillo-like armor in their tails
The spiny mouse is an unassuming rodent, but it’s armed with a very special tail. CT scans show the tail is sheathed in a secret blanket of bony plates. Before…
The Neuroscience of Sharing: Personal Relevance of News Fuels Social Media Engagement
Summary: New research reveals people are more likely to share social media posts they find personally relevant or valuable to their relationships. The study found that prompting users to consider…
Group Support and Tapering Reduce Opioid Dependence in Chronic Pain Patients
Summary: A new treatment shows promising results in helping people stop long-term opioid use for managing chronic pain. The study revealed that an intervention program combining group support and individual…
Revisiting the Invisible Gorilla: Fast-Moving Unexpected Objects Capture Attention
Summary: A study challenges the long-held belief that our ability to spot unexpected objects is compromised when focused on a separate task. The team showed that individuals are surprisingly good…
Viewpoint: ‘Imposing impoverishment’ — How European leadership has failed by promoting ideological solutions to sustainability challenges in farming
It is hard to find anyone with anything positive to say about 2022: economic, social, ethical, political, geopolitical success stories were rare; suffering and setbacks commonplace. Where was the leadership…
