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Forget everything Aristotle taught you about the five senses. Modern research reveals humans likely experience the world through 22 to 33 distinct senses working together in ways we're only beginning to understand.
A new robot from Germany doesn't just see objects, it understands where you'd actually leave your missing glasses. This breakthrough could transform how robots help us at home and in factories.
New research reveals humans can sense hidden objects through sand without touching them, a skill we share with shorebirds. The discovery could revolutionize robotics and assistive technology.
Scientists discovered that respiratory infections like the common cold might temporarily protect the lungs from cancer spreading from other parts of the body. The breakthrough could lead to new treatments that harness the body's natural infection-fighting powers to stop metastasis.
A groundbreaking study of 17,000 adults reveals that common health problems like high blood pressure and depression harm women's brain health more severely than men's. This discovery could transform how doctors prevent dementia in millions of women.
A cheap, widely available diabetes medication could save millions from the most common cause of blindness in older adults. Researchers found metformin reduces age-related macular degeneration progression by more than a third.
Patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia now have a new treatment option that doesn't require chemotherapy and allows time off from treatment. The FDA approved the first all-oral, fixed-duration therapy for this common adult leukemia.
Stripe, OpenAI, and other tech companies just launched a $500 million nonprofit to eliminate respiratory viruses, including the common cold and flu. The initiative could transform how we protect ourselves from infections that currently steal 5% of our lives.
Scientists just pushed back the timeline for Earth's first common ancestor by 200 million years, revealing that all life descended from a surprisingly sophisticated microbe that battled viruses in Earth's hellish early days. This tiny organism connects every living thing on the planet, from bacteria to blue whales.
Researchers discovered cancer tumors are "addicted" to glutathione, a common antioxidant they use as fuel. This breakthrough could lead to new treatments that starve tumors while protecting healthy cells.
Scientists have developed a one-time CRISPR treatment that fixes the genetic mutation causing the most common inherited kidney disease. Early tests show it could replace lifelong medication for 12 million people worldwide.
Swedish and French researchers have identified the specific brain waves that help us tell where our body ends and the world begins. The breakthrough could transform treatments for phantom limbs and make prosthetics feel more real.
A Hong Kong robotics company just released the world's largest dataset teaching robots to feel what they touch, potentially revolutionizing everything from factory work to folding laundry. They're making 10,000 hours of this breakthrough data free for researchers worldwide.
Researchers in Japan just made breakthrough chemistry cheaper and more sustainable using ordinary iron instead of rare metals. The new catalyst could transform how we make medicines while cutting costs dramatically.
Scientists at Lancaster University found that fluoroquinolone antibiotics don't just kill bacteria—they supercharge our immune cells to fight harder. The discovery could help doctors choose the best antibiotics for each patient's unique needs.
Scientists discovered that pairing two everyday antibiotics can kill a deadly superbug and stop it from becoming resistant. The breakthrough could save thousands of lives threatened by infections that no longer respond to treatment.
New research shows most people abandon goals just before breakthrough moments. Understanding the "tide turn" pattern can help you spot when persistence will pay off.
Researchers discovered a promising breakthrough linking Epstein-Barr virus to multiple sclerosis, offering hope for treating not just MS but potentially lupus, chronic fatigue, and other diseases. The findings reveal how immune cells respond to this virtually unavoidable virus that 95 percent of adults carry.
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A groundbreaking genetic study suggests the shark family tree might need a major rewrite. Some ancient shark species may belong to their own separate branch of evolution.
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