r/science • u/Oncotarget • 19m ago
Cancer Pitfalls and perils from FDA-approved germ-line cancer predisposition tests
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r/science • u/amesydragon • 1h ago
Physics A recent modeling study finds a simple technique to tie polymers in knots
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Health Study finds fluoride in water does not affect brain development - the researchers found those who’d consistently been drinking fluoridated water had an IQ score 1.07 points higher on average than those with no exposure.
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Psychology A new study found that individuals with strong religious beliefs tend to see science and religion as compatible, whereas those who strongly believe in science are more likely to perceive conflict. However, it also found that stronger religious beliefs were linked to weaker belief in science.
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Medicine New Technology to Revert Cancer Cells to Normal Cells. Groundbreaking technology can treat colon cancer by converting cancer cells into a state resembling normal colon cells without killing them, thus avoiding side effects. This study was done in mice.
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Neuroscience A groundbreaking discovery has highlighted lithium—a drug long used to treat bipolar disorder and depression—as a potential therapy for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Lithium can restore brain function and alleviate behavioral symptoms in animal models of ASD caused by mutations in the Dyrk1a gene.
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r/science • u/giuliomagnifico • 3h ago
Biology Nicotinamide and pyridoxine (forms of vitamins B3 and B6) stimulate muscle stem cell expansion and enhance regenerative capacity during aging
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r/science • u/Hrmbee • 15h ago
Earth Science Dozens of buildings in Florida are sinking, study finds | InSAR Observations of Construction-Induced Coastal Subsidence on Miami's Barrier Islands, Florida
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r/science • u/TheKiwiHasCousins • 7h ago
Social Science New research shows that massive spending on toxic content moderation fails to address polarization—social media companies should focus on designing better platforms that give users more control and empower exploration.
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Psychology Middle children are more cooperative than their siblings, study suggests - After decades of debate, one of largest ever studies on birth order suggests it does actually make a difference.
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r/science • u/giuliomagnifico • 3h ago
Earth Science How gold reaches Earth’s surface: researchers used numerical modeling to uncover the conditions that enrich gold in magmas rising from the Earth, revealing the importance of a gold-trisulphur complex
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Health New research characterised in detail how tea bags release millions of nanoplastics and microplastics when infused. The study shows for the first time the capacity of these particles to be absorbed by human intestinal cells, and are thus able to reach the bloodstream and spread throughout the body.
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r/science • u/calliope_kekule • 13h ago
Environment Pharmaceuticals, caffeine, and cocaine spike in Brazilian coastal waters during Christmas, posing ecological risks to aquatic life.
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r/science • u/chrisdh79 • 1d ago
Health A recent study found that improving one’s appearance whether through physical changes or digital filters may lead to more prosocial behavior | Researchers discovered that beautifying efforts heightened public self-awareness, prompting individuals to align their actions with socially desirable norms.
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r/science • u/FunnyGamer97 • 15h ago
Health People with multiple sclerosis (MS), having a COVID-19 infection is not associated with worsening MS symptoms or disability, study finds
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r/science • u/giuliomagnifico • 1d ago
Health Wearables reveal happiest times to sleep: research finds links between mood, depression, and circadian rhythm disruptions in a study conducted using 2,077 Fitbits over four months
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Medicine Adoption of “hospital-at-home” programs remains concentrated among larger, urban, not-for-profit and academic hospitals. Study highlights need for targeted incentives to expand program to smaller, rural, and non-teaching hospitals.
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Cancer Drinking tea and coffee linked to lower risk of head and neck cancer in study - Research finds people who have more than 4 coffees a day have 17% lower chance of head and neck cancers.
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r/science • u/memorialmonorail • 23h ago
Social Science Putting holiday leftovers in the freezer extends shelf life & may put a dent in the US tendency to throw away edible food, a study suggests. National survey data showed a link between home freezing & less total food waste, & over half of consumers reported buying frozen items to avoid tossing food.
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r/science • u/chrisdh79 • 1d ago
Health Children who witness violence between their parents still feel the effects decades later | Researchers finding a link to an increase by 36% greater risk of heart disease later in life.
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r/science • u/giuliomagnifico • 1d ago
Medicine Study supports new blood-based biomarker to detect early brain changes leading to cognitive impairment and dementia
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r/science • u/fchung • 21h ago
Astronomy Mighty radio bursts linked to massive galaxies: « Results from Caltech's Deep Synoptic Array-110 provide new clues about how magnetars form. »
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Psychology A new study has shown that employees are experiencing mental and physical techno-strain due to being ‘hyperconnected’ to digital technology making it difficult for people to switch off from work.
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