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Dogs don’t remember generosity
Specialists from the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna investigated whether four-legged dogs would prefer a generous trainer to one that does not reward them with treats Dogs don't bond…
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High Fish Consumption Has Been Linked to a Greater Likelihood of Developing Cancer
Melanoma occurs in the cells that produce melanin and is the most deadly type of skin cancer. A study finds that high fish consumption is associated with an increased risk…
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An Unexpected Change in the Brain: A New Cause of Parkinson’s Related Cell Death Discovered
Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that results in unintentional or uncontrolled movements including trembling, stiffness, and issues with balance and coordination. Researchers from Osaka University discover an unexpected alteration…
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Decrease Your Risk of Cognitive Decline and Dementia – Avoid These 8 Controllable Risk Factors
The study found that each of the risk factors led to a decrease in cognitive performance of up to three years. A new study finds that dementia risk might be…
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How Does a Tick Bite Cause Meat Allergies?
The structure of many important molecules involved in anaphylaxis to mammalian meat has been uncovered, opening the door to potential future treatments. The genetic and molecular structure of certain key molecules…
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A New Genetic Eye Disease Has Been Discovered
Retinal images of a patient with a TIMP3 mutation causing atypical symptoms. While there is visible damage in the retina (dark circles), there is no choroidal neovascularization present. Credit: National…
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Broad Implications: New Study Reveals Where Memory Fragments Are Stored
The study shed new light on the process of memory recall. Recalling memories requires the cooperation of several brain regions. When you have a memorable evening at a restaurant, more…
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Heatwaves and Climate Change [Video]
This image, which uses data from the Copernicus Sentinel-3 mission’s radiometer instrument, shows the temperature of the land surface in southern France, Spain, and northern Africa on the morning of…
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MIT Researchers 3D Print Precise Plasma Sensors for Satellites
MIT researchers have demonstrated a 3D-printed plasma sensor for orbiting spacecraft that works just as well as much more expensive, semiconductor sensors. These durable, precise sensors could be used effectively…
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Scientists Discover a 4-Billion-Year-Old Ancient Piece of Earth’s Crust Underneath Western Australia
The earth is composed of three main layers: the crust, the mantle, and the core. Lasers pave the path for finding ancient crust. Curtin University researchers have discovered evidence of…