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Scientists discover being vegetarian could be written in your genes

Researchers identified genes in vegetarians that may explain why they choose plant-based diets after screening 330,00 genomes.

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Bird flight is inspiring the next generation of energy-saving drones

The researchers, from Delft University in the Netherlands have devised the autonomous drone that uses its propellers 0.25 per cent of the time, compared to the 38 per cent required for a regular flight.

Health news

Karikó and Weissman win Nobel Prize in medicine for mRNA vaccines work

Nobel announcements continue with the physics prize on Tuesday, chemistry on Wednesday and literature on Thursday. The Nobel Peace Prize will be announced on Friday and the economics award on October 9.

Health news

Scientists have designed a drug that mimics the benefits of exercise

The new drug boosted the metabolism and helped muscle gain and weight loss in mice - though it will be years before it will be trialled in humans.

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Green News

Erectile dysfunction could finally be solved by spider venom

This spider’s bite has a curious side effect: Could it help treat erectile dysfunction?

Tech News

Ig Nobel Prize: What are the quirkiest scientific discoveries of 2023?

The 33rd Ig Nobel Prize awarded the most bizarre scientific achievements of this year, from dead spider robots to licking rocks.

Health news

Vaping may stop immune cells from working normally, study says

A new study has indicated that e-cigarettes, with or without nicotine, may have a paralysing effect on the body’s immune cells.

wellbeing

Your smartwatch could be a health hazard. Here’s why

Could your wristwatch be a breeding ground for harmful bacteria? A study found that 95% of the time, the answer is yes.

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Toddlers' brain activity offers glimpse into future IQ, study finds

A unique investigation into the profound impact of early orphanage life on brain activity found definitive links to our development into adulthood.

Nutrition

Scientists discover the secret to how fast we age hidden in our gut

New findings suggest higher levels of inflammatory bacteria are linked to accelerated ageing and poorer fitness performance.

Culture news

British university to tackle fashion's carbon problem

Plymouth University will play an integral role in multi-million project aiming to drive the decarbonisation of the fashion and textile industry.

Health news

Scientists close to developing a drug that makes teeth regrow

While we are used to the idea of teeth only growing twice, a new drug could make it possible to grow a third set.

Food and Drink

Could food labels be the answer to the climate crisis?

The phrase 'global climate crisis' is frequently linked to expensive or complex solutions, but could the answer to combatting the issue lie in something as simply as food labels?

Health news

H1N1 strain passed from humans to pigs nearly 400 times - study

Transmission of a strain of H1N1 from humans to pigs has occurred frequently, researchers said.

Mobility

NASA lab awaits asteroid samples that could explain how life began

The samples were collected by the unmanned OSIRIS-REx space probe which was launched from Cape Canaveral in 2016.

Health news

Study finds mindfulness could help to prevent depression and anxiety

In-person mindfulness courses help improve mental health for at least six months, a study shows.

Health news

How zebrafish could hold the key to fighting brain cancer in humans

Zebrafish brains share a number of characteristics with those of humans, which is why they’re being used to track the movement of cancer cells in real time.

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The perfect power nap? Short and not in bed, Spanish study finds

Long naps are associated with a higher risk of obesity, and shorters ones with reduced risk of high blood pressure.

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Scientists develop new repellent that can stop 99% of mosquitos

Scientists in Israel have developed a new kind of 'chemical camouflage' that could more effectively keep pesky mosquito bites at bay.

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This daily pill could cut lung cancer deaths by 51%

Cancer specialists have just made a huge step in treating one of the most deadly strains of the disease.