‘Irreversible’ eye damage fixed by stem cells in human trial
For patients with severe corneal injuries, blindness has often been seen as a life sentence. But a new eye stem cell transplant may change that. Scientists at Massachusetts Eye and ...
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We may finally have an explanation for why only humans can speak
For centuries, scientists have wondered what makes human speech unique. Why can we hold conversations while our closest relatives, like Neanderthals, could not? New research may have uncovered a key ...
Here’s why researchers want to start farming fog
In the driest places on Earth, where rain is scarce, and water shortages threaten daily life, scientists are looking to an unlikely solution: fog. A new study suggests that by ...
Donating blood may actually make your blood healthier, study finds
Most people donate blood to help others. But what if frequent donors were also unknowingly enhancing their own blood health? New research suggests that regular blood donation might strengthen your ...
A common drug might actually be helping people live longer
Could a simple blood pressure pill be the key to a longer, healthier life? Scientists believe the hypertension drug rilmenidine could also act as an anti-aging medication. Research shows that ...
Revolutionary prosthetic hand lets wearer feel hot and cold
For most people, sensing temperature is second nature. You grab a hot cup of coffee and instinctively pull back if it’s too warm. You touch a cold glass of water ...
Researchers experimenting with reversing time discovered something surprising
We live under the assumption that time flows in one direction—past to present to future. You wake up, drink your coffee, scroll on your phone, and move forward through the ...
The ISS might have too few germs, new study claims
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) live in a pristine, high-tech environment designed for survival in the harsh conditions of space. However, new research suggests that fewer germs on ...
Why do only some of us remember our dreams? Science has the answer
Have you ever woken up with vivid memories of a dream, only for them to fade within minutes? Or perhaps you rarely remember your dreams at all? While some people ...
Mice were observed giving first aid to resuscitate other mice
When we think of animals providing care to one another, species like chimpanzees or dolphins are usually the ones that come to mind. However, new research suggests that even small, ...
