Biology
Why did cockroaches survive when a meteor wiped out the dinosaurs?
Thanks to their special body structure and diverse food, cockroaches have survived many disasters and harsh conditions that have brought other creatures to extinction.
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Health
Scientists publish first complete human genome
A team of experts from the US National Human Genome Research Institute has published the first complete human genome, completing the work of previous scientists.
New technology
Korean research team successfully uses ultrasonic waves to charge electronic devices remotely
Charging technology could help pacemakers or similar devices work continuously, without needing to be removed from the body for periodic charging.
Health
Light to moderate alcohol can also damage the brain
Drinking one to two drinks a day has been linked to changes in the brain comparable to two years of aging. Drinking more alcohol is associated with even larger amounts.
Health
Finding the 'gateway' to deliver drugs to the brain
A research team has developed an antibody that activates the opening of the blood-brain barrier, delivering drugs to treat neurological diseases.
Health
For the first time, microplastics were found in human blood
The new discovery shows that these microplastics can move around the body and reside in different organs.
Animal world
The transparent glass frog clearly sees the entire inside of the body
Biologists have found two new species of glass frogs with transparent bodies in a valley at the foot of the Andes mountains in Ecuador.
Health
What benefits will your body gain if you sleep on the floor?
The idea of sleeping on a hard floor instead of a comfortable bed may sound a bit odd, but it actually offers a lot of health benefits.
Biology
Brachiosaurus dinosaur, just vomiting can kill you already!
Brachiosaurus is one of the tallest and largest dinosaurs yet found. It has a long neck, small head, and relatively short, thick tail.
Health
Unknown human body part discovered: 'Tunnel' in the brain
Research just published in the journal Nature Neurosience has discovered tunnel-like structures connecting the human skull and meninges, as well as its unexpected functi…
Health
6 interesting facts about blinking not everyone knows
We blink about 10 to 15 times per minute and spend about 10% of our waking hours doing it. The blink of an eye happens in a split second
Health
A series of harms to the body when you leave the light on to sleep
Turning off all lights and drawing curtains before bed can help protect your health, according to a recent Northwestern University study.
Archeology
Coffin 7 centuries at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris: The body looks like it died yesterday
A number of mysterious lead tombs and coffins, possibly dating from the 14th century, have been discovered by scientists after the fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris…
Biology
Marvel at the small animal that can run 47 steps per second
To see the 'terrible' of this number, you can imagine a domestic cat reaching a running speed of up to 193 km / h according to the corresponding size ratio.
Health
What does sweat say about your health?
Sweating too much, too little or having an unpleasant odor are all signs that your body is having problems, requiring immediate attention and care.