The study published in the journal PLOS Climate by researchers from the National University of Ireland Maynooth and the University of Maryland sheds light on how childhood home temperature and community connectedness play a role in how U.S. residents set their thermostats. This information opens up new possibilities for promoting energy conservation efforts and combating
Solar particle events, also known as blasts of protons directly from the surface of the Sun, can have a significant impact on Earth’s magnetic field. While the recent aurora in early May showcased the power of solar storms, extreme solar particle events pose a more destructive threat. These events, which occur roughly every thousand years,
Jupiter’s moon Io is a fascinating world, brimming with volcanic activity. With approximately 150 of its 400 active volcanoes erupting at any given time, Io is like a cauldron of molten rock and gas. Thanks to the Juno probe’s Jovian Infrared Auroral Mapper (JIARM), scientists have been able to delve deeper into understanding the fiery
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a drug created by Eli Lilly that aims to address the early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. This medication, known as Kisunla, is intended for use by individuals with mild cognitive impairment or in the mild dementia stage of the disease. The FDA highlighted that patients treated
The case of a 55-year-old man who experienced a bee sting to his right eye serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with such incidents. The man sought help at a local emergency department immediately after the sting, but little did he know that the barbed bee stinger had become lodged in his
The research conducted by University of Michigan neurobiologist Lingchao Ji and colleagues is shedding new light on the potential impact of increasing the expression of a nerve growth gene called neurotrophin-3 (Ntf3) on hearing abilities in mice. By manipulating the expression of this gene, the researchers were able to observe changes in the number of
Death, to put it mildly, is a rather inconvenient event for a living brain. The cascade of effects that arises as oxygen vanishes sweeps like a tide down to the very way our cells transcribe and translate our DNA, scrambling in a last-ditch attempt to keep the lights on. A comparison of post-mortem brain tissue
The Milky Way galaxy, our home in the vast universe, is not alone in its cosmic neighborhood. Dwarf galaxies, small and faint, with as few as a thousand stars, orbit around our galaxy in graceful trajectories. Despite the beauty and intrigue these dwarf galaxies hold, recent discoveries have raised more questions than answers regarding their
In a surprising turn of events, a Chinese space firm known as Tianbing Aerospace Technology announced that its Tianlong-3 rocket was accidentally launched during a test, resulting in the vehicle lifting off and crashing into a nearby mountainside. The firm clarified that they were conducting a first-stage test of the rocket’s power system, which led
Artificial light has become an integral part of modern life, with lightbulbs and screens being present in most households. However, recent research suggests that exposure to artificial light at night may have a detrimental effect on our health, specifically increasing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. A study conducted among a large cohort of
The debate on self-weighing has been ongoing in the health and wellness community for years. Some argue that daily weigh-ins promote accountability for weight management, especially during a diet or exercise program focused on weight loss. On the other hand, many experts advise against frequent self-weighing, warning that it can lead to negative psychological responses
NASA scientists have recently made a groundbreaking discovery in the ionosphere, shedding light on the mysterious shapes that manifest in this region of Earth’s atmosphere. The revelation comes from the Global-scale Observations of the Limb and Disk (GOLD) imaging instrument, providing researchers with an unprecedented view of the ionosphere and its enigmatic formations. Previously, scientists
In today’s world, millions of lives are cut short by sudden cardiac death (SCD) each year, leaving behind devastated families and communities. The troubling aspect of SCD is that signs of an impending cardiac event can be incredibly hard to detect. However, a groundbreaking new method developed by researchers from Tampere University in Finland is
As global temperatures continue to rise, the world is facing a new and disturbing reality – fungi are mutating in ways that make them not only hyper-infectious but also drug-resistant. This alarming phenomenon has been highlighted by researchers at Nanjing Medical University, who warn that the danger and importance of new fungal pathogens are being
Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating condition that robs individuals of their memories, independence, and ability to connect with loved ones. With over 55 million people worldwide living with dementia in 2020, the need for improved diagnosis, treatment, and prevention strategies is more crucial than ever. Researchers have recently discovered that the genetic risk of developing