The use of artificial lighting in urban environments has been found to have a significant impact on insect herbivory, according to a recent study conducted by researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The researchers observed that tree leaves in urban ecosystems exposed to artificial light show little signs of insect damage compared to those
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The threat of plastic pollution on human health remains largely unknown, but recent studies have revealed a disturbing reality – we are ingesting microscopic particles of plastic through our drinking water. This revelation has sparked concerns among the scientific community and the general public alike. However, researchers at the University of Missouri have come up
Recent research conducted by the Amsterdam University Medical Center and University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands has uncovered a promising new approach to treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This study suggests that combining a memory consolidation exercise during sleep with structured PTSD treatments during the day may lead to a reduction in the severity of
The tongue, although often overlooked, plays a crucial role in our overall health. Not only does it help us taste and swallow our food, but it can also serve as an indicator of our general well-being. While some may find the idea of examining their tongue unappealing, the truth is that the appearance of our
In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists in South America have come across the oldest fossilized grape seed ever found in the western neotropics. This tiny seed, which is approximately 60 million years old, was unearthed in Colombia in 2022, leaving paleobotanist Fabiany Herrera from Chicago’s Field Museum ecstatic. His colleague, Mónica Carvalho, stumbled upon the primeval
The COVID-19 pandemic brought about major changes in the way we interact with each other and the world around us. Similarly, zoo animals also had to make adjustments as the usual crowds of visitors suddenly disappeared. A study conducted by researchers in 2022 focused on the behavior of various primates in response to the absence
In the depths of the Mexican jungle on the Yucatán Peninsula lies the ancient Maya city of Cobá. Recently, archaeologists made a remarkable discovery near the Nohoch Mul pyramid – a vast stone slab hidden in the floor of a sacred pool. This slab is adorned with 123 meticulously carved glyphs, offering insights into the
Recent research conducted by the University of Pennsylvania challenges previous estimates regarding the likelihood of individuals with Parkinson’s disease developing dementia. While earlier studies suggested that up to 80 percent of patients would develop dementia within 15-20 years of a Parkinson’s diagnosis, the new findings indicate a lower risk. According to the study, only about
Rapid weight loss can be very attractive to individuals looking to shed extra pounds quickly, but a recent case study of a 62-year-old man in the US highlights the potential dangers of such a strategy. This man’s experience serves as a cautionary tale, demonstrating the importance of closely monitoring weight loss and adjusting medications accordingly.
The interpretation of the Rising Star Cave system in South Africa as a sacred burial ground for ancient hominids has been a topic of intense debate among scientists. The discovery of numerous Homo naledi remains dating back 300,000 years has raised questions about the deliberate nature of their deposition. A preprint published by paleoanthropologist Lee