Physicists have announced that antimatter falls downward, resolving a long-standing question in the realm of particle physics. The study, conducted by the ALPHA collaboration at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) in Switzerland, sheds light on the elusive nature of antimatter. Antimatter is believed to have been created in equal amounts alongside regular matter […]
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Work-related stress affects family meals and child development, says study
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, family mealtimes have emerged as a vital space for parents and children to connect, communicate, and strengthen their bonds. Yet, the ever-increasing demands of work can pose a significant challenge to maintaining this cherished tradition. A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign […]
Exposure to air pollution linked to increased stroke risk within 5 days: Study
Short-term exposure to air pollution may be linked to an increased risk of stroke, according to a study. The meta analysis, published recently in the the journal Neurology, defined short-term exposure as occurring within five days of the stroke. A stroke can cause lasting brain damage, long-term disability, or even death. Signs of a stroke […]
River interlinking projects in India raise concerns about water stress, study finds
India’s ambitious river interlinking projects, which aim to tackle the country’s growing issues of droughts and floods, may unintentionally exacerbate water stress and disrupt monsoon patterns, warns a study published in the journal Nature. The study employed various techniques, such as regional climate models and reanalysis data, to provide insights into the complex network of […]
Stem cell therapy shows promise for reducing Alzheimer’s symptoms: Study
Scientists have transplanted stem cells into mice and found reduction of brain abnormalities typical of Alzheimer’s disease. The team, led by researchers at the Stanford University in the US, transplanted blood stem and progenitor cells into mice, effectively leading to the replacement of a type of neural cell, called microglia, that’s defective in mice with […]
Metal-mining pollution impacts 23 mn people globally: Study
An estimated 23 million people around the world live on flood-plains contaminated by potentially harmful concentrations of toxic waste from metal-mining activity, according to a study. The research, published recently in the journal Science, provides new insights into the extensive impact of metal mining contamination on rivers and floodplains across the world. Using a new […]
Sleep preparation behavior hard-wired in brains for survival, says study
Scientists tired out mice only to find that it triggered them to “build a nest”, or in other words, to “get ready for bed”. The team of researchers, led by Imperial College London, made the mice sleepy by presenting them with Lego bricks and other toys every half an hour for five hours and preventing […]
Lancet study exposes dire consequences of lead in India
A study published in ‘The Lancet Planetary Health’ has unveiled the staggering toll of lead exposure on the health and economy of India. The research, conducted by World Bank researchers, sheds new light on the devastating consequences of lead contamination, calling for immediate attention to this pervasive health threat. In a shocking revelation, the study […]
What helps students cope with academic setbacks?
Academic challenges and difficulties are inevitable parts of school this is how students learn. So researchers have long been interested in the ways students navigate these challenges and how to help them cope better. Recent research has focused on the concept of academic buoyancy or everyday resilience at school. This is about students’ capacity to […]
Bystanders less likely to give women CPR: Study
Bystanders are less likely to give life-saving CPR to women having a cardiac arrest in public than men, potentially leading to more women dying from the common health emergency, according to a study. The research, presented at the European Emergency Medicine Congress in Spain, also shows that in private locations older people, especially older men, […]