Today, you’ll learn about how microgravity affects sleep and physiological rhythms, the half a billion year old bioluminescent octocoral, and the truth about women’s synchronized menstrual cycles. Microgravity Effects “Simulated microgravity affects sleep and physiological rhythms.” EurekAlert! 2024. “Effect of 60 days of head down tilt bed rest on amplitude and phase of rhythms in physiology and sleep in men.” by Maria-Angeles Bonmati-Carrion, et al. 2024. Octocorals “Glowing octocorals have be...
Jun 26, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about the life-crushing conditions on Venus that could actually tell us about life elsewhere in the universe, how indigenous cultural fire burning could help us create healthier forests, and the people who brew beer in their stomachs. Venus Environment “To find life in the universe, look to deadly Venus.” EurekAlert! 2024. “Davinci, a return to Venus’ clouds.” The Planetary Society. N.d. “NASA’s Planetary Fleets, Including Mars, Venus, Discovery Missions, and Small Body Missi...
Jun 21, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about the amazing regenerative effects of thistle extract on damaged nerves, the first synthetic, lab-made cells, and new insights into the development of language in people with autism. Thistle Extract “Thistle extract accelerates nerve regeneration by up to 29%.” by Paul McClure. 2024. “Nerves.” Byju’s. N.d. “Cnicin promotes functional nerve regeneration.” by Philipp Gobrecht, et al. 2024. Artificial Cells “UNC-Chapel Hill researchers create artificial cells that act like l...
Jun 20, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about a new way to purify water simply by walking, robots controlled by liquid and rubber balls, and an accident that led to a wild discovery about bumblebees. Clean Water Walking “Walking-induced electrostatic charges enable in situ electroporated disinfection in portable water bottles.” by Young-Jun Kim, et al. 2024. “Freshwater Crisis.” National Geographic. N.d. “A revolutionary solution for on-the-go water disinfection.” by Manish Kumar Sharma & Zong-Hong Lin. 2024. M...
Jun 19, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about the history of dragons, a lab-made gold that’s only a single atom thick, and a new low pressure way to make diamonds. Dragon History “Dragons: A brief history of the mythical, fire-breathing beasts.” by Callum McKelvie & Benjamin Radford. 2022. “A Natural History of Dragons.” by Livia Gershon. 2022. “Job 41.” Bible Study Tools. N.d. Gold Atom Layer “A single atom layer of gold - LiU researchers create goldene.” by Anders Torneholm. 2024. “Synthesis of goldene compri...
Jun 14, 2024•12 min
Today, you’ll learn about a new tech that could turn all that nasty CO2 into electricity, the genes that allow cancer cells to metastasize, and the incredible, healing hearts of zebrafish. CO2 Into Electricity “Electricity generation from carbon dioxide adsorption by spatially nanoconfined ion separation.” by Zhuyuan Wang, et al. 2024. “Novel Nanogenerator Turns CO2 Into Electricity.” Technology Networks. 2024. “Can Removing Carbon From the Atmosphere Save Us From Climate Catastrophe?” by Renee ...
Jun 13, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about the genes that could make you left-handed, how trees are able to cope with heat waves, and what could possibly lie beneath the ice of Jupiter’s moon, Europa. Left Hand Gene “Gene involved in cell shape offers clues on left-handedness.” by Will Dunham. 2024. “Half a century of handedness research: Myths, truths; fictions, facts; backwards, but mostly forwards.” by Chris McManus. 2019. “One hundred famous left-handed people.” n.a. 2003. Heat Wave Trees “How do trees survi...
Jun 12, 2024•13 min
Today, you’ll learn about how our perception of when old age hits is changing, a baby’s response to a happy face, and the housekeeping habits of neanderthals. When is Old Age? “Perception of when old age starts has increased over time, shows study.” by Nicola Davis. 2024. “Psychology and Aging.” APA PsycNet database. 2024. “The shift from old age to very old age: an analysis of the perception of aging among older people.” by Emile Escourrou, et al. 2022. Sensative Mothers “Researchers uncover li...
Jun 07, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about a new class of antibiotics that kills drug-resistant bugs, a water pollution test that can tell scientists where the pollution came from, and spiders that collaborate. New Antibiotics “New antibiotic class effective against multidrug-resistant bacteria.” Uppsala Universitet. 2024. “10 reasons YOU should be worried about antibiotic resistance.” by Diane Ashiru-Oredope. 2014. “What You Need to Know About a Klebsiella pneumoniae Infection.” by Kirsten Nunez. 2022. “Antibio...
Jun 06, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about the dreams of birds, why sound pollution in the oceans could be killing whales, and how fruit-eating birds are doing the work to save tropical forests. Bird Dreams “Birds sing in their sleep - and now we can decipher their dreams.” by Paul McClure. 2024. “Replay of innate vocal patterns during night sleep in suboscines.” by Juan F. Doppler, et al. 2021. “Synthesizing avian dreams.” by Juan F. Doppler, et al. 2024. “What is World Environment Day.” n.a. N.d. Whales & ...
Jun 05, 2024•10 min
Today, you’ll learn about a paralyzed man who is making a recovery after receiving stem cell therapy, how bees learn architecture, and a potential new treatment for postpartum depression in new mothers. Paralysis Recovery “Paralyzed man who can walk again shows potential benefit of stem cell therapy.” by Amanda Dimare. 2024. “Study documents safety, improvements from stem cell therapy after spinal cord injury.” by Susan Barber Lindquist. 2024. “Spinal cord injury.” WHO. 2024. “Case report: Stem ...
May 31, 2024•13 min
Today, you’ll learn about how non-invasive brain stimulation might offer relief to older patients suffering from anxiety and depression, the first known molecular fractal, and a new discovery turning the view of bonobos as peace-loving primates on its head. Brain Stimulation “Brain stimulation treatment may improve depression, anxiety in older adults.” by Jill Pease. 2024. “Mental health of older adults.” WHO. 2023. “tDCS reduces depression and state anxiety symptoms in older adults from the aug...
May 30, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about a new AI developed to help doctors identify and treat diseases like cancer, why watching sports might give our sense of wellness a boost, and the real reason we blink so much. AI Medical Research “Mayo researchers invented a new class of AI to improve cancer research and treatments.” EurekAlert! 2024. “The Rise of Hypothesis-Driven Artificial Intelligence in Oncology.” by Zilin Xianyu, et al. 2024. Watching Sports “The joy of sports: How watching sports can boost well-b...
May 29, 2024•10 min
Today, you’ll learn about the traits most people value in romantic partners, a new link between a particular gut bacteria and cardiovascular health, and why dogs might make your kids healthier. Romantic Traits “Intelligence and kindness are the most valued traits in romantic partners, study finds.” by Eric W. Dolan. 2024. “What Do Different People Look for in a Partner? Effects of Sex, Sexual Orientation, and Mating Strategies on Partner Preferences.” by Joao Francisco Goes Braga Takayanagi, et ...
May 24, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about how diversifying farms has a ton of upsides and virtually no downsides, the way we tend to predict how something will smell before we smell it, and a universally shared preference for simple rhythms in music. Diversified Farming “Major study reports that people and environment both benefit from diversified farming, while bottom lines also thrive.” University of Copenhagen. 2024. “Joint environmental and social benefits from diversified agriculture.” by Laura Vang Rasmus...
May 23, 2024•12 min
Today, you’ll learn about a tantalizing new discovery about dark energy that could change our understanding of the entire universe, how scientists are pulling electricity from raindrops, and the barcode memory tool inside a chickadee’s brain. Dark Energy “A Tantalizing ‘Hint’ That Astronomers Got Dark Energy All Wrong.” by Dennis Overbye. 2024. “What Is Dark Energy? An Astrophysicist Explains.” Ars Technica. YouTube Video. 2023. “What is Dark Energy? Inside our accelerating, expanding universe.”...
May 22, 2024•12 min
Today, you’ll learn about some potential good news about whale populations, what decades-old cans of salmon can tell us about the health of the ocean, and how climate change is literally slowing down the world. Recovered Whales “Whale population recovers five years after hundreds washed up dead.” n.a. 2024. “The gray whale die-off on West Coast is over, NOAA declares.” by Karen Garcia. 2024. “Endangered Species Day Information.” Endangered Species Coalition. 2020. Old Salmon Cans “Decades-old Ca...
May 17, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about an AI-designed window film that could keep your house cool, the mysterious ways Mars causes deep-sea erosion on Earth, and how playing the didgeridoo could help treat sleep apnea. Cooling Windows “New window film drops temperature, slashes energy consumption.” by Paul McClure. 2024. “Engineers use quantum computing to develop transparent window coating that blocks heat, saves energy.” University of Notre Dame. 2022. “The Solar Spectrum.” Ossila.com. N.d. Mars & Eros...
May 16, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about an artificial reef that could save the shore from storms, how simply owning a pair of glasses can make you earn more income, and how air conditioners could help CSI detectives solve crimes. Artificial Reef “Artificial reef designed by MIT engineers could protect marine life, reduce storm damage.” by Jennifer Chu. 2024. “Coastal Protection.” Coral Reef Alliance. 2024. “Architected materials for artificial reefs to increase storm energy dissipation.” by Edvard Ronglan, et...
May 15, 2024•10 min
Today, you’ll learn about a revolutionary new system that can turn saltwater into drinking water with the help of the sun, how your brain chooses what memories to keep, and a super-Earth with a really dark side. Solar Drinking Water “Solar-powered technology converts saltwater into drinking water emission-free.” King’s College London. 2024. “Flexible batch electrodialysis for low-cost solar-powered brackish water desalination.” by Wei He, et al. 2024. “Valuing Water.” United Nations Educational,...
May 10, 2024•10 min
Today, you’ll learn about a massive discovery of new species from the depths of the ocean, why you shouldn’t buy your brand new driver their own car, and a possible breakthrough in microchip data collection from animals. New Marine Species “Scientists Discover 100 New Marine Species in New Zealand.” by Rebecca Carballo. 2024. “Expedition to Uncover Secrets of New Zealand’s Unexplored Bounty Trough.” Ocean Census. 2024. “Our Mission: Enhancing Ocean Life Discovery Worldwide.” Ocean Census. 2024. ...
May 09, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about the potential positive power of gossip, how climate change is making zooplankton in Lake Erie confused, and a surprising connection between new school buses and student performance in school. Gossip “Can’t Stand Gossip? Let’s Talk, New Research Suggests.” by Emily C. Nunez. 2024. “Explaining the evolution of gossip.” by Xinyue Pan, et al. 2024 . “Who Gossips and How in Everyday Life?” by Megan L. Robbins, et al. 2019. Zooplankton “In Lake Erie, climate change scrambles ...
May 08, 2024•10 min
Today, you’ll learn about the science of getting in the groove, a newly discovered burial ground for elite medieval horses, and more evidence that coffee could help you fight off cancer. Grooving to Music “Neural dynamics of predictive timing and motor engagement in music listening.” by Arnaud Zalta, et al. 2024. “Two Concepts of Groove: Musical Nuances, Rhythm, and Genre.” by Evan Malone. 2022. “An expanded role for the dorsal auditory pathway in sensorimotor control and integration.” by Josef ...
May 03, 2024•12 min
Today, you’ll learn about the pros and mostly cons of using ChatGPT in the classroom, how wild animals responded to the sudden peace and quiet of Covid, and a new contact lens that can help heal eye wounds. ChatGPT in School “Is it harmful or helpful? Examining the causes and consequences of generative AI usage among university students.” by Muhammad Abbas, et al. 2024. “Uses and Misuses of ChatGPT by Academic Community: An Overview and Guidelines.” by Muhammad Abbas. 2023 . Quiet Covid “Hundred...
May 02, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about why our brains are getting bigger and why that’s a good thing, how the sweet songs of the reef could help save it, and an AI device that gives a voice to the voiceless. Bigger Brains “Human brains are getting larger. That may be good news for dementia risk.” UC David Health. 2024. “Trends in Intracranial and Cerebral Volumes of Framingham Heart Study Participants Born 1930 to 1970.” by Charles DeCarli, MD, et al. 2024 . “Framingham Heart Study.” Framingham Heart Study. ...
May 01, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about a nasal spray that could one day let those with sleep apnea toss out their CPAP machines, house paint that kills mosquitos, and the incredible giant redwoods… of England. Sleep Spray “A novel TASK channel antagonist nasal spray reduces sleep apnea severity in physiological responders: a randomized, blinded, trial.” by Amal M. Osman, et al. 2024. “Obstructive Sleep Apnea.” by Rob Newsom & Dr. Abhinav Singh. 2024. Insecticide Paint “Insecticide paint controls mosquito...
Apr 26, 2024•12 min
Today, you’ll learn about an effort to create palm oil without burning down millions of acres of forest, the surprising way polyglots’ brains approach their own native language, and new research on how the powerful psychedelic drug ayahuasca extinguishes fear. Palm-Less Oil “They Want to Make Palm Oil in a Lab. Without Palm Trees.” by Dionne Searcey. 2024. “Things To Know About Palm Oil.” WWF. n.d. Polyglot Brain “For people who speak many languages, there’s something special about their native ...
Apr 25, 2024•13 min
Today, you’ll learn about a new study shedding light on what species are most vulnerable to extinction from climate change, why species of living fossils take their time evolving, and a new theory about how the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs also impacted birds. Extinction Risk “New study reveals insight into which animals are most vulnerable to extinction due to climate change.” University of Oxford. 2024. “What is mass extinction and are we facing a sixth one?” by Tammana Begum. 2021. Upda...
Apr 24, 2024•13 min
Today, you’ll learn about a compelling study on twins and the nature versus nurture debate, how scientists solved a 60-year-old mystery about bees, and why you shouldn’t go last. Twin Trauma “One Twin Was Hurt, the Other Was Not. Their Adult Mental Health Diverged.” by Ellen Barry. 2024. “Adverse Childhood Experiences and Adult Mental Health Outcomes.” by Hilda Bjork Danielsdottir, et al. 2024. “Recognizing the importance of childhood maltreatment as a critical factor in psychiatric diagnoses, t...
Apr 19, 2024•11 min
Today, you’ll learn about a new plan to use waste from beer brewing to clean metal out of our water supply, a study that puts languages like Orc and Klingon to the test, and a discovery about the direction our memories travel in our brains. Brewer’s Yeast “The same beer waste that gives us Vegemite could help us recycle metal waste.” n.a. 2024. “Spent brewer’s yeast as a selective biosorbent for metal recovery from polymetallic waste streams.” by Anna Sieber, et al. 2024. “What Is E-Waste Recycl...
Apr 18, 2024•13 min
