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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Can an aspirin a day keep cancer at bay?

A new study finds that aspirin may disrupt the protective shield cancer cells use to evade the immune system. Recent studies have revealed how aspirin, a widely used painkiller, may help prevent the spread of cancer, although it is unclear whether it would work the same for all types of the disease. As these drifting cancer cells go rogue, aspirin …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Narwhals may be using their tusks to play, new study finds

CNN

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. “Seeing that these animals are not actually hunting the fish but exploring, manipulating and interacting with it was really a game changer,” said lead author Dr. Gregory O’Corry-Crowe, a research professor in the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University. When researchers observed a lack of aggression in some interactions between …

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4 weeks ago

Over 80% of IT professionals suffer from fatty liver: Study

India Today

A research conducted by researchers at the University of Hyderabad has found that the majority of IT professionals suffer from Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Fatty Liver Disease caused by long hours of sitting, work pressure, bad food habits, and physical inactivity. HEALTH RISKS OF FATTY LIVER MAFLD is caused by the deposition of fat in the liver exceeding 5%, resulting in serious …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Plateau water security claims challenged

China Daily

On the southeastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau, at the convergence of the Hengduan Mountains and the Himalayas, abundant moisture creates a unique climate and ecological environment. Chinese scientists' recent commentary published in Nature challenged a previous study published in the scientific journal that suggested Atlantic meteorological droughts threaten the water resource security of the Tibetan Plateau. A study conducted …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Chinese scientists develop new type of high-temperature superconductor

China Daily

Xue Qikun, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and his team conduct superconductivity research at a laboratory. SHENZHEN — A joint research team from the Southern University of Science and Technology and other Chinese institutions has developed a new type of high-temperature superconductor at ambient pressure, achieving a breakthrough in superconductivity research. According to a research paper published …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Landmark study reveals whether men or women are more generous

The Independent

Sign up for the Independent Women email for the latest news, opinion and features Get the Independent Women email for free Get the Independent Women email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy One of the largest studies of its kind has revealed a key …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Study reveals surprising way to get toddlers to eat their vegetables

The Independent

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Kannur to host national seminar on decentralisation and local self-government

The Hindu

Study and Research Centre, Patayam Gopalan Study and Research Centre, and local self-government institutions in Kannur district are organising a national seminar on ‘Decentralisation and Local Self-Government’ from February 22 to 24 at the E.K. Jayarajan said the seminar aimed to discuss the evolution and future of decentralisation in the State, drawing from 28 years of experience since the LDF …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chinese researchers identify mechanism regulating vitamin E, glucosinolate contents in rapeseed

China Daily

WUHAN -- A Chinese research team has uncovered the molecular mechanism behind the regulation of vitamin E and glucosinolate contents in rapeseed. A research team at the Oil Crops Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences employed genome-wide association analysis to detect a major effect, coded QTL-qVE.C02, which is associated with vitamin E content in a Brassica napus …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Study finds microplastics in Delhi’s groundwater

The Hindu

A first-of-its-kind study commissioned by the Delhi government has detected microplastics in groundwater samples across the Capital, multiple sources have confirmed to The Hindu. Though the main aim of the study was to ascertain microplastics in groundwater, their presence was also found in the Yamuna’s water and soil samples from its banks. A 2021 UNEP report, ‘From Pollution to Solution’, …

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2 months ago

Take time to decide

The Hindu

I have been attempting various government exams but have not cleared any. Manage your time sensibly and use weekends to take mock tests and practise writing answers. Shriram Dear Shriram, While academia is a traditional path, there are many other exciting opportunities to explore in India across research, administration, social work practice across NGOs and non-profits, government organisations, CSR initiatives, …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Fact-Check: The truth about ginger’s health benefits and cancer risk

Deccan Chronicle

CLAIM: Ginger is a powerful metabolism booster that helps reduce cancer risk, supports immunity, and aids digestion FACT: Ginger provides health benefits supported by research, but terming it as the top metabolism booster or claiming it prevents cancer oversimplifies its impact A thread on X, posted by Harry Psaros, has highlighted the potential benefits of ginger, claiming that it reduces …

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3 months ago

Employees hate these 10 most annoying corporate buzzwords - you can totally guess Number 1

Hindustan Times

Ever found yourself gritting your teeth in a meeting when someone suggests "circling back" on a topic or "touching base" later? A recent study conducted by the research team at the AI transcription tool Notta.ai reveals the top 10 corporate buzzwords that employees find most irritating. Analysing the 10 corporate buzzwords that employees hate The study analysed over 5,000 Reddit …

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4 months ago

BHU team designs new model to show how climate change will cause food scarcity

India Today

A new study by researchers at Banaras Hindu University has unveiled a mathematical model that explores the complex relationships between rising atmospheric carbon dioxide levels, global temperatures, human population, and crop growth. The model, incorporating both autonomous and nonautonomous systems, captures the nonlinear dynamics between these factors, revealing critical thresholds beyond which crop yields may significantly decline. AK Misra, one …

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4 months, 1 week ago

People with migraine were at high risk of depression during pandemic

India Today

The Covid-19 pandemic significantly impacted the mental health of older adults living with migraines, according to a study by the University of Toronto. "People with migraines are already vulnerable to mental health challenges like depression," said senior author Esme Fuller-Thomson, director of the Institute for Life Course & Ageing. "Increased discord and reduced access to coping mechanisms, like social interactions …

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

Crows DO hold a grudge - and birds can stay grumpy for 17 YEARS after you anger them

Daily Mail

We have all heard how elephants never forget, but it seems that some of our feathered friends also have long memories. The study began in 2006 when Professor John Marzluff, an environmental scientist at the University of Washington, put on a scary mask and captured seven crows in a net. Professor Marzluff told the New York Times that he and …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Denying cancer cells Brazil nut ingredient could halt spread of disease – study

The Independent

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Microplastics present in many Indian salt, sugar brands, says new study

India Today

All Indian salt and sugar brands, whether big or small, packaged or unpackaged, contain microplastics, according to a study published on Tuesday. The study, titled "Microplastics in Salt and Sugar" and conducted by the environmental research organisation Toxics Link, tested 10 types of salt -- including table salt, rock salt, sea salt and local raw salt -- and five types …

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8 months, 1 week ago

India’s hidden COVID deaths: Was the toll in 2020 eight times higher?

Al Jazeera

India had nearly 1.2 million excess deaths in 2020, new data shows. New Delhi, India – India’s actual death toll during the first phase of the COVID-19 pandemic that ravaged the world’s most populous country could be eight times higher than the government’s official numbers, reveals a new study. The numbers in the research, based on the Indian government’s 2019-21 …

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9 months ago

Infant mortality rate rose 8% in wake of Texas abortion ban, study shows

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy In the wake of Texas' …

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9 months, 1 week ago

Obesity drug used in Mounjaro and Zepbound may help treat dangerous sleep apnea

Associated Press

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

研究：观鸟能促进心理健康提升幸福感

China Daily

压力大、高兴不起来？你可以试试观鸟这项与大自然亲密接触的活动。研究发现，观鸟可以帮我们减轻压力，让我们更快乐、更健康。 Photo/Pexels The mental health benefits of being in nature have long been acknowledged, whether through activities like listening to birdsong or taking a walk in the park. A study published in 2024 shows that even half an hour of bird watching could make us happier, healthier and help foster a deeper connection with nature. 我们已经知道，整天倾听鸟鸣对我们的幸福感有积极影响。即使是室内通过打开的窗户听到鸟鸣，也能提升我们的情绪状态，尽管这是短期的。 The study suggests that …

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10 months ago

These food nutrients are linked to slower brain ageing, scientists say

The Independent

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11 months, 3 weeks ago

Scientist discover another tell-tale sign of long Covid

The Independent

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Professor Peter Openshaw, from Imperial’s National Heart and Lung Institute, said: “With one in ten …

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Can an aspirin a day keep cancer at bay?

Narwhals may be using their tusks to play, new study finds

Over 80% of IT professionals suffer from fatty liver: Study

Plateau water security claims challenged

Chinese scientists develop new type of high-temperature superconductor

Landmark study reveals whether men or women are more generous

Study reveals surprising way to get toddlers to eat their vegetables

Kannur to host national seminar on decentralisation and local self-government

Chinese researchers identify mechanism regulating vitamin E, glucosinolate contents in rapeseed

Study finds microplastics in Delhi’s groundwater

Take time to decide

Fact-Check: The truth about ginger’s health benefits and cancer risk

Employees hate these 10 most annoying corporate buzzwords - you can totally guess Number 1

BHU team designs new model to show how climate change will cause food scarcity

People with migraine were at high risk of depression during pandemic

Crows DO hold a grudge - and birds can stay grumpy for 17 YEARS after you anger them

Denying cancer cells Brazil nut ingredient could halt spread of disease – study

Microplastics present in many Indian salt, sugar brands, says new study

India’s hidden COVID deaths: Was the toll in 2020 eight times higher?

Infant mortality rate rose 8% in wake of Texas abortion ban, study shows

Obesity drug used in Mounjaro and Zepbound may help treat dangerous sleep apnea

研究：观鸟能促进心理健康提升幸福感

These food nutrients are linked to slower brain ageing, scientists say

Scientist discover another tell-tale sign of long Covid