Tag #Science

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Belly Fat Linked to Early Alzheimer's Biomarkers

Research reveals a strong correlation between increased visceral abdominal fat and the presence of amyloid plaques and tau tangles in the brain, key Alzheimer's biomarkers, even before cognitive decline is evident; reducing belly fat may be a crucial preventative strategy.

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Terremoto de magnitud 7,0 sacude el norte de California

Un terremoto de magnitud 7,0 sacudió el norte de California el jueves a las 10:44 am, provocando una breve alerta de tsunami que luego fue cancelada; no se reportaron daños importantes.

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"Extended Space Mission Due to Starliner Malfunction Delays Astronauts' Return Until February 2024"

"Due to technical malfunctions, astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams's week-long test flight aboard Boeing's Starliner capsule has extended to six months, delaying their return to Earth until February 2024, prompting a thorough investigation and impacting NASA's spaceflight operations."

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Ancient Alaskan Dog Bones Push Back Human-Canine Coexistence Timeline by 2,000 Years

New research analyzing ancient canine bones in Alaska suggests humans and dogs coexisted around 10,000 BC, 2,000 years earlier than previously thought; salmon protein traces found in the bones indicate humans fed the dogs, supporting domestication.

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Partnerships for the Goals
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French Astronomer's 12-Year MUSE Project Revolutionizes Astronomical Imaging

Roland Bacon, a CNRS astronomer, spent over 12 years developing MUSE, a spectrograph providing 3D images revealing light composition, leading to discoveries of ancient galaxies and the cosmic web, showcasing the lengthy process of astronomical instrument development.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Cervantes and UNAM launch Observatory to make Spanish a language of science

The Instituto Cervantes and UNAM launched the Observatory of Spanish for Latin America and the Caribbean to promote Spanish as a language of science, analyzing technology's impact and regional variations, building on a similar Harvard project studying US Spanish speakers, and aiming to increase glob...

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Quality Education
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7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes off Northern California Coast

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California at 10:44 a.m. on Thursday, prompting a tsunami warning for 5.3 million people that was later canceled; while there were evacuations and reports of damage, no major injuries have been reported.

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Health Risks of Reusing Single-Use Plastics

Reusing single-use plastics like water bottles and takeout containers exposes individuals to potentially harmful chemicals and microplastics; experts recommend avoiding this practice, particularly heating plastics, and switching to safer alternatives like glass or metal.

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7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes California Coast, Tsunami Warning Issued Then Canceled

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off California's coast at 10:44 a.m. Thursday, triggering a tsunami warning later canceled; the quake, primarily strike-slip, caused damage in Humboldt County, including power outages and damaged homes, but no immediate casualties were reported.

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Low-Level Glyphosate Exposure Linked to Persistent Alzheimer's-Like Brain Changes in Mice

A study on mice revealed that low-level exposure to glyphosate, a common herbicide found in various foods, caused persistent Alzheimer's-like brain changes, raising concerns about its long-term health effects and the need for further human research.

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Declining Youth IQ: The Impact of Screen Time

Studies across multiple nations indicate a decline in youth IQ, potentially linked to increased screen time negatively impacting cognitive development, language skills, and academic performance, leading to concerns about future social and economic disparities.

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Charisma Over Substance: Experiments Reveal Vulnerability to Misinformation

Actor Michael Fox successfully impersonated a medical expert in a 1973 lecture, receiving positive feedback despite lacking expertise; similar experiments showed audiences prioritize presentation over substance, highlighting susceptibility to misinformation in science and politics.

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