Study Links Short Strands of Toxic RNAs to Brain Cell Death in Alzheimer’s Disease
Scientists from Northwestern University and elsewhere have published details of a study that links short strands of toxic RNAs to brain cell death and DNA damage in Alzheimer’s disease and aged brains. The paper, which is titled, “Death induced by…
Exploring the Origins of Multiple Sclerosis and Extreme Survival in Genetics
This week on Naked Genetics, we delve into the origins of multiple sclerosis (MS) in Northern Europe and its potential benefits, as well as the fascinating survival of organisms in extreme conditions. Hosted by Will Tingle, the episode also explores…
Exercise Boosts Learning and Motor Memory
Exercise Boosts Learning and Motor Memory Physical activity has been found to enhance the ability to learn and remember motor skills, according to a recent study. The research, which involved 67 young men, explored the impact of exercise before and…
Royal Navy Protects Penguins in Antarctic from Dangerous Bird Flu
Royal Navy Helps Protect Penguins in the Antarctic On 19th January 2024, Royal Navy sailors from HMS Protector are taking meticulous steps to avoid spreading dangerous bird flu to remote penguin colonies in Antarctica. The icebreaker is carrying out scientific…
NFL Playoff Conference Championship Games Heating Up
All eyes are on the upcoming NFL playoff conference championship games as the competition heats up. The NFC Championship Game will see the Lions facing off against the 49ers in the San Francisco Bay Area, while the Ravens will host…
Groundbreaking Discoveries in Superlubricity Could Revolutionize Energy Efficiency
Researchers at the University of Leicester have made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of superlubricity, revealing how this state of minimal friction could potentially revolutionize energy efficiency in mechanical systems. Their work challenges traditional laws of friction and offers promising…
Comparing Student Reactions To Lectures In Artificial Intelligence And Physics
Comparing Student Reactions To Lectures In Artificial Intelligence And Physics By Tommaso Dorigo | January 21st 2024 04:19 PM In the past two weeks, Tommaso Dorigo visited two schools in Veneto to engage students with the topic of Artificial Intelligence….
UC Berkeley to Offer Unique Class on Fighting Games for Spring 2024 Semester
UC Berkeley is offering a unique class for the Spring 2024 semester that focuses on fighting games. The class aims to not only enhance players’ skills but also delve into the genre’s impact on the world, particularly Japanese culture. The…
Video Depicts Terrifying Consequences of Earth Losing Oxygen for Five Seconds
A new video has been causing a stir on social media, shedding light on the terrifying consequences Earth would face if it were to lose all its oxygen for just five seconds. The hypothetical scenario depicted in the video has…
Groundbreaking Discovery in the Study of the Epoch of Reionization
Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery in the study of the epoch of reionization, shedding light on the enigmatic Lyman-α emission in the early galaxies. The recent observations from the James Webb Space Telescope have sparked a renewed debate about…