2 days ago · Mice created from two biological fathers are first to live into adulthood. January 28, 2025. Researchers in China have achieved what many believed couldn’t be done: they’ve created viable, healthy mice using genetic material from two fathers, unlocking new possibilities in reproductive science.

Dec 12, 2024 · The gap, which represents the difference between how long people live (lifespan) and how many of those years are spent in good health (healthspan), has widened to an average of 9.6 years worldwide.

Nov 27, 2024 · Why it matters. The U.S. already has one of the highest rates of obesity and people who are overweight globally.Our study estimated that in 2021, a total of 208 million people in the U.S. were medically classified as overweight or obese.. Obesity has slowed health improvements and life expectancy in the U.S. compared with other high-income nations. . Previous research showed that obesity ...

Nov 7, 2024 · NOTTINGHAM, United Kingdom — In a remarkable discovery, researchers have uncovered the key behind a traditional Asian medicine’s potential to combat cancer.The compound in question, cordycepin, is produced by a caterpillar fungus and has long been touted for its health benefits, but its precise effects on the body have remained elusive – until now.

Oct 31, 2024 · LOS ANGELES — Imagine a world where people spend nearly an hour less each day outside their homes compared to just a few years ago.This isn’t just a temporary blip — it’s a profound shift in how Americans live, work, and interact, researchers say. Their new report finds the COVID-19 pandemic has left a lasting impact on our desire to ever go outside again.

Sep 23, 2024 · The universe is infinite and mind-boggling, but how it all began is still a mystery and the number one question on the minds of many. Even Stephen Hawking, one of the greatest theoretical physicists, couldn’t pinpoint the answer.According to Reader’s Digest, some experts wonder if the universe had a beginning or has always existed.. The Big Bang may explain the universe’s evolution, but ...

Jan 20, 2025 · Dive into the latest Wellness news, with a special emphasis on cutting-edge research studies. Our coverage spans from clinical trials to innovative research, providing deep insights into new treatments and advancements.

Nov 25, 2024 · The research uncovered a key psychological principle: people are drawn to explanations involving common and reliable causes.If a potential explanation seemed rare or unpredictable, participants were less likely to find it convincing.In essence, we’re mental economists, always looking for the most reliable return on our cognitive investment.

3 days ago · CHICAGO — When most middle school students go on field trips, they might bring back photos or souvenirs. But at Chicago’s Garfield Park Lagoon, one student brought back something far more significant: bacteria from goose droppings that would lead scientists to discover a potential new cancer-fighting compound.

2 days ago · In a nutshell. Changing how you practice retrieving information, like studying vocabulary through different sentences or concepts through varied questions, leads to better long-term learning than repeating the same method, even though it feels more difficult in the moment.