Tag #Science

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Industrial Complex Threatens World's Darkest Skies at Paranal Observatory

A proposed industrial complex 5–11 kilometers from Chile's Paranal Observatory threatens its dark skies, crucial for astronomical research and jeopardizing billions in investments, including Spain's significant contribution to the European Southern Observatory (ESO).

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Weight-Loss Drugs Double Pancreatitis Risk: Major Study

A Washington University study of over 2 million diabetes patients found that weight-loss drugs like Ozempic doubled the risk of pancreatitis and increased risks of nausea/vomiting (30%), arthritis (11%), headaches (10%), and sleep disturbances (12%), despite also showing benefits in cardiovascular a...

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Friends' Significant Influence on Thoughts, Behaviors, and Identities

Scientific studies reveal friends' significant influence on thinking, behavior, and identity, demonstrated through similar brain activity, friendship choices, and identity association; proximity and trust further amplify this influence.

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China Announces Significant Increase in Gold and Associated Mineral Reserves

China's geological survey announced the discovery of 168 metric tons of new gold resources and a significant increase in reserves of 12 associated minerals over the past five years, bolstering national resource security and potentially impacting global markets.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Teylers Museum: A Historic Collection Showcases Paleontology's Evolution

Teylers Museum in Haarlem, Netherlands, a historic museum established in 1784, boasts a renowned collection of fossils, including a mammoth skull from 1820, a Mosasaurus hoffmannii, and the Piltdown hoax, illustrating the history of paleontology and its complexities.

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Life on Land
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AI Undermines Critical Thinking Skills: Study Reveals Risks in High-Stakes Professions

A study of 666 participants reveals that growing reliance on AI tools undermines critical thinking skills through cognitive offloading, especially among younger users, posing significant risks to professionals in high-stakes fields like law and forensics.

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Quality Education
theguardian.com
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Oyster Protein Shows Promise Against Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

Australian scientists discovered an antimicrobial protein in Sydney rock oysters that kills bacteria and enhances antibiotic effectiveness against antibiotic-resistant bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, offering a potential new treatment against superbugs.

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Modified Bird Virus Shows Promise in Treating Multiple Cancers

A Chinese study showed a modified bird virus, NDV-GT, shrunk or stopped tumor growth in 22 of 23 patients with eight different advanced cancers in a trial; further trials are planned.

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China's Gold Reserves Surge: 168 Metric Tons Added, Boosting Resource Security

China's Geological Survey announced the discovery of 168 metric tons of new gold resources and significant increases in 12 co-mineral reserves over the past five years, bolstering national resource security and potentially spurring regional economic development.

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Ordell Confirms Gold Deposit at Barimaia, Plans Major Drilling Program

Ordell Mining confirms a shallow, open-pittable gold deposit at its Barimaia project, near three processing plants, planning a 5,000m drilling program in February to expand exploration of this significant gold system.

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Microplastics Linked to 200x Increase in Deadly Superbugs

New research from Oxford University reveals microplastics are increasing the spread of deadly superbugs by up to 200 times, potentially causing millions of deaths by 2050 due to a lack of global plastic waste governance, despite the UK Government's strategy to combat drug-resistant infections.

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Premature Puberty Surge in Indian Girls: Health and Societal Implications

A recent study in India reveals a concerning rise in premature puberty among six-year-old girls, with menstruation onset and physical changes similar to teenagers; possible causes include pesticide exposure, environmental factors, and obesity.

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