Tag #Science

Showing 385 to 396 of 4,986 results

english.elpais.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

Herpes Virus Infection Linked to Increased Alzheimer's Risk

Studies reveal a correlation between herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) infection and increased Alzheimer's risk, potentially modifiable through antiviral medication and shingles vaccination; however, causality remains unproven, and other risk factors such as genetics and lifestyle significantly contribut...

Progress

16% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
elpais.com
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
News related image

French Citizen Leaves Mexico After Assaulting Renowned Mexican Scientist

On May 4th, 2024, in Irapuato, Mexico, renowned biochemist Octavio Paredes was severely assaulted by his French neighbor, Jean Philippe N., who subsequently left the country without facing charges, prompting outrage and highlighting concerns about the Mexican justice system's response to violent cri...

Progress

52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
nrc.nl
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
News related image

Sweden's 17th-Century Copper Standard: Economic Innovation and Monetary Independence

Faced with a shortage of gold and silver in the 17th century, Sweden under King Gustav II Adolf introduced copper as a third monetary standard in 1624, using its abundant supply from the Falun mine to stimulate the economy, reduce dependence on foreign trade, and create independent monetary policy, ...

Progress

8% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
bbc.com
🌐 65% Global Worthiness
News related image

Record Corncrake Count on Rathlin Island Marks Conservation Success

A record-breaking six male corncrakes were counted on Rathlin Island this breeding season, marking a major step in protecting the species and largely attributed to an RSPB NI volunteer-led habitat restoration project that began in 2010.

Progress

12% Bias Score

Life on Land
repubblica.it
🌐 90% Global Worthiness
News related image

Biodiversity Crisis: 73% Decline in Vertebrate Populations Highlights Urgent Need for Action

A 73% decline in global vertebrate populations over 50 years, coupled with a lack of taxonomic expertise and public disconnect from nature, is hindering effective biodiversity conservation efforts, requiring increased investment in science, education, and active nature management.

Progress

40% Bias Score

Life on Land
theguardian.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

UK Cancer Survival Doubles Since 1970s, But Remains Leading Killer

A report reveals that UK cancer survival has doubled since the 1970s, with half of those diagnosed surviving 10+ years, but cancer remains the UK's biggest killer, with over 460 daily deaths, and early diagnosis rates have stagnated for a decade.

Progress

48% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
npr.org
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
News related image

Sustained Brain Signal Influences Emotional Responses

Stanford researchers discovered a sustained brain signal following emotional experiences, impacting subsequent responses and potentially explaining emotional dysregulation in conditions like autism and schizophrenia; they used air puffs to induce mild aversion in mice and humans, observing this sign...

Progress

24% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
nrc.nl
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
News related image

Retrospective Showcases Herman de Vries' Nature-Integrated Art

The Rijksmuseum Twenthe presents a major retrospective of Herman de Vries' work, showcasing his unique integration of art, science, and ecology, highlighting his decades-long exploration of nature as both subject and medium.

Progress

32% Bias Score

Life on Land
elpais.com
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
News related image

Roman Road Map Predates Michelin's Guide by Two Millennia

The Tabula Peutingeriana, a 4th-century Roman map, predates Michelin's Red Guide by nearly 2000 years, depicting an extensive road network with service stations (mansiones), mile markers (milaria), and detailed travel routes across the Roman Empire.

Progress

32% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
forbes.com
🌐 90% Global Worthiness
News related image

In-Utero Gene Therapy Shows Promise in Preventing Inherited Diseases

New research demonstrates successful in-utero gene therapy in animal models preventing spinal muscular atrophy, with early human trials showing promise and raising ethical questions about germline modification.

Progress

52% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
npr.org
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

Clownfish Shrinkage Improves Survival During Marine Heatwaves

A study in Papua New Guinea reveals that clownfish shrink by 1-2 millimeters during marine heatwaves, increasing survival rates by up to 78 percent; researchers believe this adaptation reduces metabolic needs, potentially indicating broader adaptability among coral reef fish.

Progress

16% Bias Score

Life Below Water
jpost.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

LLMs Outperform Humans in Emotional Intelligence Tests

A study by UNIGE, UniBE, and the Czech Academy of Sciences found six LLMs outperformed humans in five emotional intelligence tests, achieving an average score of 81% versus 56%, with ChatGPT-4 even creating new reliable tests for the research.

Progress

40% Bias Score

Quality Education

Showing 385 to 396 of 4,986 results